Direct School Admission 2026
Apply to Anderson Secondary School via the DSA-Sec Portal from 6 May to 2 June 2026 if you have talent in sports, performing arts, or Malay Language.
The Unique Anderson Experience
Are you keen to be part of this caring community and be immersed in a learning environment that is stimulating and engaging? Do you enjoy challenging opportunities that bring out the best in you?
It is our mission to unleash the potential in every Andersonian. We know they perform their best when they are exposed to diverse opportunities and feel a sense of belonging here.
If you have the talent, abilities and a strong passion for one of the areas below, we want you!
Admission Criteria for DSA selection
Sports & Games | ||
Talent Area | Shortlisting Criteria | Selection Process |
● Basketball (Boys) ● Netball (Girls) ● Table Tennis (Girls) ● Volleyball (Girls) ● Wushu (Girls and Boys) | ● Active member of the relevant sports CCA in primary school. ● Participation in National School Games (NSG) and/or relevant competitions (achievements a plus). ● Is medically / physically fit. ● Has very good conduct and school attendance. | ● Trials for shortlisted applicants. Students will be assessed on sport-specific skills and fitness, as well as in-game decision making for team sports. (July) ● Small group interview for selected applicants who performed well during trials. (August) |
Performing Arts | ||
Talent Areas | Shortlisting Criteria | Selection Process |
● Concert Band (Girls and Boys) | ● Active member of the Band CCA in Primary School, and/or similar musical experiences outside school. ● Participation in the Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) and/or relevant competitions (achievements a plus). ● Has very good conduct and school attendance. | · Auditions for shortlisted applicants. (July) · Small group interview for selected applicants who performed well during auditions. (August) |
● Chinese Dance (Girls) | ● Active member of Chinese Dance or Ballet CCA in Primary School, and/or similar dance experiences outside school. ● Participation in Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) and/or relevant competitions (achievements a plus). ● Has very good conduct and school attendance. | · Auditions for shortlisted applicants. (July) · Small group interview for selected applicants who performed well during auditions. (August) |
Others | ||
● Language – Malay (Girls and Boys) | ● Participation in Malay Language competitions (achievements a plus). ● Excellent academic performance in Malay Language. ● Has very good conduct and school attendance. | Shortlisted applicants will be assessed in Malay Language oracy and thinking skills followed by an interview. (July-August) |
* Meeting all the criteria does not guarantee the applicant will be shortlisted/given an offer.
*Applicants who do not have prior experience may also apply. The school will assess applicants based on the selection criteria, which may include assessing the potential of the applicants.
Application procedure and information
· Application for DSA-Sec can be submitted through the online DSA-Sec Portal. The application is free-of-charge and will be open from 6 May 2026, 11am to 2 Jun 2026, 4.30pm. For more details, please refer to MOE website – www.moe.gov.sg/dsa-sec.
● Parents and students are encouraged to choose schools wisely based on the student’s aptitudes and strengths, bearing in mind the schools’ academic and non-academic requirements, and the programmes available to develop the area of talent.
● Students who are successfully admitted to the school via DSA are expected to honour their commitment to the school and participate in the activities related to the talent they are selected for from year 1-4.
● The school's decision on the offer is final. We regret that no appeal will be entertained. The school reserves the right not to disclose the reason for non-selection of an applicant or to release the results of the trials.
● You will receive notification by email from the school by 13 July 2026, if your child has been shortlisted to undergo Direct School Admission (DSA) selection. All applicants will receive their application outcomes between 17 and 28 Aug 2026.
● For further enquiries, please email us at anderson_ss@moe.edu.sg
Schedule for DSA
Process
| Date | Means of Notification |
Application Period via DSA-Sec Portal Link: www.moe.gov.sg/dsa-sec | 6 May 2026 (11am) to 2 June 2026 (4.30pm)
| - |
Selection - Shortlisting, Trials/Audition/Assessment & Interview Sessions | 29 Jun to 28 Aug 2026 | |
Notification of Outcome | Between 17 to 28 Aug 2026 |
Useful MOE Links
DSA-Sec Main Webpage | |
Instructions on Application (Mainstream students) | |
Instructions on Application (Non-Mainstream Students) | |
Direct to DSA-Sec Portal (Mainstream Students) *go live on 6 May 2026, 11am | |
Direct to DSA-Sec Portal (Non-Mainstream Students) *go live on 6 May 2026, 11am | |
DSA-Sec iFAQs | |
DSA-Sec SchoolFinder |