SEMBAWANG SECONDARY SCHOOL

What SEMBAWANG SECONDARY SCHOOL does

Sembawang Secondary School is a Singapore government secondary school operating under the Ministry of Education (MOE) at 30 Sembawang Crescent in northern Singapore. The school serves students across Secondary 1 to 5 levels organised into approximately 26 form classes (1A-1F, 2A-2F, 3A-3F, 4A-4F, 5A), with a staff of 100+ spanning the School Management Committee, Vice-Principals, Heads of Department, Senior Teachers, Form Teachers, Student Development staff, and operations support. It delivers the standard MOE academic curriculum — English Language and Literature, Mathematics (with Principles of Accounts and Computer Applications), Sciences, Mother Tongue Languages (Chinese, Malay, Tamil), Humanities, Craft & Technology, Physical Education, ICT, and Character & Citizenship Education — alongside two distinctive programmes: the Learning for Life Programme (LLP) on Developing Community and Youth Leaders, and the National Digital Literacy Programme (NDLP) delivered through PDLP-PEARL. Co-curricular coverage spans Sports & Games, Uniformed Groups, Performing Arts, and Clubs & Societies, with reported outcomes of over 75% of graduating students achieving Excellent in CCA grade and approximately 95% of Sec 1 students receiving their first three CCA choices.

The school's revenue model is non-commercial: it is fully funded by MOE and does not charge tuition fees to Singapore Citizens, with no commercial revenue streams, pricing models, or investor relationships disclosed. Its technology stack is built on MOE-mandated platforms — Student Learning Space (SLS) for interactive learning, Student iCON (Google Workspace) and Microsoft 365 for productivity, the MOE Identity Management System (MIMS) Portal for single sign-on, and Parents Gateway for parent communication — supplemented by the e-Reflection digital reflection tool and the IMDA Code for Fun (CFF) computational thinking programme. Distribution is governed by MOE's centralised admissions framework: Direct School Admission (DSA-Sec) for Primary 6 talent-area admits (leadership, 2026 window 6 May to 2 June), the Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE), and designated catchment-area placement, with the School General Office as the physical point of contact.

The school's competitive positioning rests on its LLP leadership framework, Values-in-Action community engagement (HDB senior activity centres, elderly homes, environmental partners), and multi-stakeholder structure comprising the Parent Support Group, a School Advisory Committee chaired by Mr Daniel Chan, and operational partnerships with HPB and CDA for the eTeens programme. Recent achievements include 2025 Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation certifications across Malay Dance, Chinese Dance, and Concert Band; Gold and Commendation at the 23rd and 26th International Elementz Science competitions; NSG Volleyball North Zone Top 4; Mathematics Olympiad Bronze; and multiple MOE Service Excellence Awards (Gold and Silver) and National Day Long Service Medals for staff.

Name

SEMBAWANG SECONDARY SCHOOL

Legal name

Sembawang Secondary School

Website

https://sembawangsec.moe.edu.sg

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sembawang Secondary School is a Singapore government secondary school under MOE, serving Sec 1-5 students across approximately 26 form classes in Sembawang with full MOE academic curriculum, distinctive leadership and digital literacy programmes, and a four-category CCA offering funded entirely by the government.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

School-Based SEL Curriculum & Instructional Programs (EDAKAMAA), Social Studies & Civics Instruction (School-Delivered) (EDAJAFAI)

Keywords

• Secondary education services
• Government-aided schooling
• Co-curricular activities programme
• Character citizenship education
• Leadership development programme

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Education Funding: Sembawang Secondary School is a government-funded public secondary school under the Ministry of Education (MOE) Singapore. The school receives operational funding from MOE and does not charge tuition fees for Singapore Citizens.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Sembawang Secondary School is a Singapore Ministry of Education secondary school delivering publicly funded secondary education (Sec 1 to Sec 5), combining academic subjects with a distinctive Learning for Life Programme focused on developing community and youth leaders. The offering includes core academic departments (English, Mathematics, Science, Mother Tongue Languages, Humanities, Craft & Technology, PE, ICT, CCE), four CCA categories (Sports & Games, Uniformed Groups, Performing Arts, Clubs & Societies), sexuality education, and Education and Career Guidance, supported by national digital platforms including SLS, Google Workspace, and the National Digital Literacy Programme.

Product overview

Sembawang Secondary School is a Singapore secondary school offering a comprehensive educational programme structured around academic subjects and student development. The school's academic offerings span English Language & Literature, Mathematics (including POA and CPA), Sciences, Mother Tongue Languages (Chinese, Malay, Tamil), Humanities, Craft & Technology, Physical Education, ICT, and Character & Citizenship Education. Distinctive programmes include the Learning for Life Programme focused on developing community and youth leaders, and the National Digital Literacy Programme providing personal learning devices. The Co-Curricular Activities programme encompasses four categories: Sports & Games (Badminton, Floorball, Football, Netball, Volleyball), Uniformed Groups (Boys' Brigade, Girls' Brigade, NPCC, NCC Sea), Performing Arts (Chinese Dance, Concert Band, Malay Dance), and Clubs & Societies (AVA Club, MediaComm Club). Student development is supported through Sexuality Education, Education and Career Guidance, Cyber Wellness, Values in Action, and Citizenship Education programmes.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• English Language & English Literature Academic department offering English Language and Literature education from Sec 1 to Sec 5, building confident, empathetic communicators through signature programmes including EL Fiesta, Julia Gabriel's Debating Competition, and public speaking platforms.
• Mathematics Department Academic department covering Mathematics, Principles of Accounts (POA), and Computer Applications (CPA), building problem-solving skills through experiential learning, ICT tools, and real-world application across three subject streams.
• Science Department Academic department building scientific literacy and STEM skills through hands-on learning, competitions (Elementz, IgnITE Skills Challenge, SSEF, ICAS), enrichment programmes, and Science Fortnight for broad exposure and research opportunities.
• Mother Tongue Languages Academic department offering Chinese Language, Malay Language, and Tamil Language instruction with varied teaching methods, student-centred approaches, Learning Journeys, Mother Tongue Fortnight, and Talent Development Programmes.
• Humanities Department Academic department covering Geography, History, and Social Studies, building critical thinkers through inquiry-based learning to understand world issues and grow into informed, active citizens.
• Craft & Technology Department Academic department cultivating creative, empathetic learners through hands-on curriculum developing knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values for a tech-driven world, supported by STEM Instructors in laboratories and workshops.
• Physical Education Academic department focused on Holistic Outcomes through Physical Education (HOPE), developing games skills, sportsmanship, and healthy lifestyle habits via Inter House Games, SMB Youth Run, SMB Youth Games, Outdoor Adventure Camps, and NAPFA testing.
• ICT Department Academic department equipping students with digital skills and values through PDLP-PEARL, CFF (Code for Fun Programme), e-Reflection, and digital literacy modules on SLS, aligned with the MOE MasterPlan for ICT in Education.
• Character & Citizenship Education (CCE) Programme shaping civic-minded students through Education and Career Guidance (ECG), Cyber Wellness, Values-in-Action (VIA), Citizenship Education, and Eco-Stewardship, delivered via CCE lessons, Student Development Experiences, and school-based initiatives.
• Learning for Life Programme (LLP) School's distinctive Learning for Life Programme Developing Community and Youth Leaders, incorporating Student Leadership, Values-in-Action, and Outdoor Education, building innovative, confident, caring leaders through tiered leadership development (Leading Self, Leading Peers, Leading Leaders) and community service.
• National Digital Literacy Programme (NDLP) MOE programme developing active learners through digital literacy, providing students with Personal Learning Devices and resources including parent handbooks and acceptable use policies.
• Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) Comprehensive CCA programme with four categories: Sports and Games (Badminton, Floorball, Football, Netball, Volleyball), Uniformed Groups (Boys' Brigade, Girls' Brigade, NPCC, NCC Sea), Performing Arts (Chinese Dance, Concert Band, Malay Dance), and Clubs & Societies (AVA Club, MediaComm Club).
• Sexuality Education MOE-mandated programme delivered through CCE covering five themes: Human Development, Interpersonal Relationships, Sexual Health, Sexual Behaviour, and Culture, Society and Law; includes the eTeens programme for Secondary 3 students in partnership with HPB and CDA.
• Student Development Programme supporting student leadership, well-being, and skills development through Student Leadership resources and the Year Head Team support structures.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 75% of graduating students achieve Excellent in CCA grade
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• National Education - Community PartnersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe school collaborates with various community organizations for Values-in-Action (VIA) programmes including Housing and Development Board (HDB) senior activities centres, community outreach to elderly homes, and environmental conservation activities with residents.
• Health Promotion Board (HPB) / Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHPB and CDA partner with the school for the eTeens programme providing Secondary 3 students with accurate information on STIs, HIV and protection from a health perspective. The programme includes mass talk and classroom-based learning components.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Hwa Chong Institution: Large, established MOE-aided secondary institution offering integrated secondary and JC programmes with strong leadership and academic branding. Comparable as a Singapore secondary education provider but operates at a much higher prestige tier and with selective admissions.

Direct peers

• Northbrooks Secondary School: MOE government secondary school serving the northern Singapore region. Comparable in size, governance model, and emphasis on holistic development and student leadership.
• Compassvale Secondary School: MOE government secondary school in Sengkang. Runs a similar academic + LLP + CCA framework and competes for the same pool of MOE-recruited Sec 1 students via DSA and JAE.
• Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School: MOE government secondary school in the Yishun area. Similar scale, DSA-led recruitment, and comprehensive CCA programme serving the same resident catchment demographic.
• Woodlands Secondary School: Another MOE government secondary school located in Singapore's northern Woodlands region, operating a similar general academic + CCA + LLP model. Closely comparable in catchment tier, scale, and target demographic to Sembawang Secondary.
• Mayflower Secondary School: MOE government secondary school in the Ang Mo Kio/Bishan-Thomson area. Similar neighbourhood secondary tier, comparable CCA breadth, and standard MOE-led DSA/JAE intake process.
• Yishun Secondary School: MOE government secondary school in the adjacent Yishun planning area. Operates under the same MOE framework with overlapping CCA categories, DSA channels, and leadership/VIA emphases.
• Hougang Secondary School: MOE government secondary school in Hougang. Comparable in scale, departmental structure, and emphasis on character/leadership development via CCE and student leadership tracks.
• Admiralty Secondary School: MOE government secondary school located in the Sembawang/Admiralty area. Directly comparable neighbourhood secondary with similar staff size, CCA structure, and DSA recruitment motion.
• Canberra Secondary School: MOE government secondary school in the nearby Sembawang/Canberra corridor. Comparable in size, programme structure, and positioning as a neighbourhood secondary serving a similar HDB catchment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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