School of Science and Technology, Singapore

What School of Science and Technology, Singapore does

The School of Science and Technology, Singapore (SST) is a Singapore Independent School established in 2008 and administered under the Ministry of Education, operating from a permanent campus at 1 Technology Drive, Singapore. SST delivers a specialised Secondary 1 to 4 STEM/STEAM-focused education to students admitted exclusively through the MOE Direct School Admission Secondary (DSA-Sec) exercise based on STEAM talent, using a two-phase selection process (Written Test and STEAM Challenge). The school operates a 1-to-1 Apple Macbook learning environment integrated with the national Singapore Student Learning Space (SLS) e-learning platform, and is designated an Apple Distinguished School.

SST's academic portfolio is anchored on three core approaches (Applied Learning, Integrated Learning, Innovation — 'the 3 DNAs') and includes O-Level applied subjects such as Computing+ (with modules in Cybersecurity and Ethical Hacking, AI/ML, and Computer Vision), Biotechnology, Design Studies, and Electronics, alongside the integrated Engineering+ programme and the lower-secondary ChangeMakers Programme that uses the in-house developed SSTduino (a customised Arduino board) for prototyping. A distinctive offering is the SST-NP Integrated Diploma Programme (IDP), a first-of-its-kind through-train pathway with Ngee Ann Polytechnic from Secondary 3 to diploma, supplemented by partnerships with SMU Academy (technopreneurship), Infineon Technologies (STEM industry experience), 3M (annual InnoScience Challenge), and SUTD (Big D Camp), as well as memberships in GALESS, ISSN, and SAGE global education networks.

SST's revenue model is tuition-based, with monthly fees structured across four nationality tiers (Singapore Citizen $330/month total, Permanent Resident $1,030/month, ASEAN International Student $1,880/month, Non-ASEAN International Student $2,530/month), inclusive of miscellaneous fees, collected via compulsory Inter-bank GIRO over 12 months. Accessibility is supported by MOE subsidies including the Independent School Bursary (ISB), ESIS scholarships ($2,400/year), the SST-Ngee Ann Kongsi STEM Scholarship, and the automatic UPLIFT Scholarship for lower-income families. SST does not participate in traditional venture or PE funding structures and operates under MOE governance with approximately 140 staff.

Name

School of Science and Technology, Singapore

Legal name

School of Science and Technology, Singapore

Website

https://sst.edu.sg

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

The School of Science and Technology, Singapore is a Singapore Ministry of Education Independent School delivering Secondary 1-4 STEAM-focused education through an Apple 1-to-1 Macbook programme, DSA-Sec talent admissions, and proprietary applied curricula including Computing+, Engineering+, ChangeMakers, and the SST-NP Integrated Diploma Programme.

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Product category

Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

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Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Private/Independent Online K–12 Schools (EDAJADAC)

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School IT Infrastructure & Cybersecurity for K–12 (Network, Identity, SSO) (EDAJAMAM)

Keywords

• Secondary education
• STEAM curriculum
• Applied learning
• Independent school
• STEM education

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

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Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Miscellaneous Fees: SST generates revenue primarily through monthly tuition fees collected from students across nationality-based tiers (Singapore Citizen, Permanent Resident, International Student ASEAN, International Student Non-ASEAN), plus a standard miscellaneous fee. All fees are collected through the compulsory Inter-bank GIRO Scheme, spread over 12 months of the academic year.

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Core offering

SST is a Singapore government Independent School offering secondary education (Secondary 1 to 4) under the Ministry of Education, specialised in a STEAM-focused applied learning curriculum built on the 3 DNAs framework (Applied Learning, Integrated Learning, Innovation). The school delivers O-Level applied subjects (Computing+, Biotechnology, Design Studies, Electronics), the Engineering+ programme, the lower secondary ChangeMakers Programme, and the first-of-its-kind SST-NP Integrated Diploma Programme providing a direct pathway to Ngee Ann Polytechnic. SST operates as a 1-to-1 device school where every student uses an Apple Macbook integrated with the national Singapore Student Learning Space (SLS) platform.

Product overview

School of Science and Technology, Singapore (SST) is an Independent School offering a specialized applied learning curriculum based on three DNAs: Applied Learning, Integrated Learning, and Innovation. The school's product portfolio centers on O-Level applied subjects (Computing+, Biotechnology, Design Studies, Electronics) and the Engineering+ programme that combines Electronics and Computing. The lower secondary ChangeMakers Programme fosters innovation mindsets, while the SST-NP Integrated Diploma Programme provides a through-train pathway to Ngee Ann Polytechnic. SST operates as a 1-to-1 school where every student uses Apple Macbooks, integrated with the national Singapore Student Learning Space (SLS) e-learning platform.

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Functional benefit

Brands

• SST-NP Integrated Diploma Programme: A first-of-its-kind STEAM-related through-train programme with Ngee Ann Polytechnic, providing Secondary Three students with a direct pathway to NP.
• Engineering Plus
• ChangeMakers Programme
• The 3 DNAs
• SST Alumni Association
• ParentsforSST (PforSST)

Products and services

• Computing+ An O-Level applied subject that develops students' computational thinking through programming, software development, and specialised modules including Cybersecurity and Ethical Hacking, AI and Machine Learning, and Computer Vision. Targeted at SST Secondary 3-4 students.
• Biotechnology An O-Level applied subject that is a multi-disciplinary science engaging biology and technological applications to improve human lives and the environment, covering cell culture, microbial biotechnology, and recombinant DNA technology. Targeted at SST Secondary 3-4 students.
• Design Studies An O-Level applied subject that delves into design thinking, general design processes, and three design disciplines: visual communication design (VCD), interior and exhibition space design (IESD), and architectural design (AD). Targeted at SST Secondary 3-4 students.
• Electronics An O-Level applied subject that introduces students to electronics engineering through application of scientific knowledge of electricity and electronics, and solving authentic engineering problems using the engineering design process. Targeted at SST Secondary 3-4 students.
• Engineering+ (Electronics and Computing) An integrated programme combining Electronics and Computing+ that equips students with knowledge and skills in electronics, programming and computational thinking to design, prototype and build intelligent systems. Includes Space Technology modules on nanosatellites and smart space-based systems. Targeted at SST students.
• ChangeMakers Programme A lower secondary programme designed to foster a changemaker mindset and innovative attitudes, combining principles from Art, Design, Media and Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and ICT. Students use SSTduino (customised Arduino board) and participate in SST Innofest and the 3M-SST InnoScience Challenge. Targeted at SST lower secondary students.
• SST-NP Integrated Diploma Programme (IDP) A first-of-its-kind STEAM through-train programme with Ngee Ann Polytechnic providing Secondary 3 students a direct pathway to NP. Emphasises applied learning via capstone projects with start-ups, industry partners and the community, including partnerships with SMU Academy (Technopreneurship Programme) and Infineon (STEM industry experiences). Targeted at SST Secondary 3 students.
• 1-to-1 Learning Device Programme A one-to-one programme where every SST student uses an Apple Macbook (Apple M4 Chip with 10 Core CPU, 16GB Unified Memory, 256GB SSD) for learning, integrated with the national SLS e-learning platform and other educational technology. Targeted at all SST students.

Quantifiable outcome

• SST alumni Chong Ing Kai and Tew Jing An won the Hult Prize 2025 Global Championship with US$1 million in seed funding, competing against 200,000+ participants from 130 countries and 15,000 teams
• +4 more outcomes

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Integration3 records

AI capability6 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Infineon Technologies Asia Pacific Pte LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 March 2023SST and Infineon Technologies signed a MoU on 20 March 2023 to provide STEM industry experiences for SST students. Partnership includes work experience and internship opportunities for IDP students at Infineon, mentorship by Infineon engineers for the IDP Capstone Project, customised learning journeys and talks for SST students, and training programmes for SST educators. Testament to Infineon's commitment to engaging youth early and equipping them with industry skills.
• Singapore Management University (SMU) AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 February 2023SST and SMU Academy signed a MoU on 27 February 2023 to launch the SMU-SST Technopreneurship Programme — a first of its kind programme introducing technopreneurship concepts to SST students. Designed to equip students with skills and knowledge to develop innovative spirit and entrepreneurial aspirations from a young age. During the 15th Anniversary celebrations, SST and SMU Academy signed a second SMUxSST MoU deepening their shared commitment to future-ready learning.
• Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSST partners with Ngee Ann Polytechnic for the SST-NP Integrated Diploma Programme (IDP) — a first-of-its-kind STEAM through-train programme offering Secondary Three students a direct pathway to NP. The IDP emphasises applied learning through capstone projects with start-ups, industry partners, and the community. NP also provides workshops (e.g., Life Science & Chemical Technology for Biotechnology students, Engineering workshops) and participates in the SUTD-NP-SST Big D Camp.
• Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSUTD partners with SST and NP for the annual SUTD-NP-SST Big D Camp for Secondary 3 students, providing authentic engineering and design learning experiences. SST alumni have noted foundations built through SST's Engineering+ programme gave them advantage in SUTD university courses.
• ApplecoreTechnology or IntegrationSST is an Apple Distinguished School — a designation from Apple recognising leadership and educational excellence in implementing Apple's vision for learning with technology. Every SST student uses a Macbook (Apple M4 chip) as their personal learning device, integrated with the Singapore Student Learning Space (SLS) and educational technology to personalise and enhance learning. SST arranges for parents to purchase Macbooks from a vendor through MOE's panel of awarded suppliers.
• 3McoreStrategic or Co-development Partner3M partners with SST for the annual 3M-SST InnoScience Challenge where Secondary 2 students present their innovations. 3M Country Director Jannik Termansen participates as a judge. Also provides enrichment and exposure for students. SST students showcase competencies presenting products to a panel including 3M representatives.
• Global Alliance of Leading-Edge Schools for Sustainability (GALESS)minorOthersGALESS is a community of progressive schools committed to advancing sustainability through education and leadership. SST is a member collaborating with like-minded schools to promote innovative sustainability practices and global partnerships.
• International Science Schools Network (ISSN)minorOthersISSN is a global alliance of specialised, science-focused secondary schools committed to advancing excellence in STEM education. Established to foster innovation and international collaboration, connecting students and educators to address global challenges through science. ISSN's flagship event is the annual International Student Science Fair since 2005.
• Strategic Alliance of Global Educators (SAGE)minorOthersSAGE is a global network of innovative schools founded in 2012 focused on four key sectors: Bicultural Education, Digital Education, Experiential Learning, and Student Well-Being. SST collaborates through SAGE to share best practices, co-develop learning experiences, and grow as globally competent learners in the 21st century.
• Heartware NetworkminorOthersHeartware Network partners with SST's Active Citizenship Education (ACE) programme for local service-learning projects, contributing to citizenship development and community engagement.
• Singapore Cancer SocietyminorOthersSingapore Cancer Society collaborates with SST's ACE programme for local service-learning projects, supporting students in serving the community with purpose and enthusiasm.
• Singapore Association of Writers, and Committee to Promote Chinese Language LearningminorOthersSST collaborated with the Singapore Association of Writers and Committee to Promote Chinese Language Learning for the Author-In-Residence Programme under the Chinese Talent Development Programme, where selected students learn creative writing skills including short stories, poems, and novels.

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Direct peers

• Hwa Chong Institution: Top Singapore Independent School with a strong STEM track record including the Gifted Education Programme. Comparable to SST in elite independent school status, STEM emphasis, and academic outcomes producing alumni who win scholarships and university placements.
• NUS High School of Mathematics and Science: A Singapore specialized secondary school with a strong mathematics and science focus, also admitting students through a talent-based Direct School Admission process. Highly comparable to SST in mission, curriculum specialization, and admission model.
• Raffles Institution: Premier Singapore Independent School with strong STEM programmes and historical production of top scholars. Directly comparable to SST in independent school status, rigorous academic focus, and elite admissions outcomes.
• Dunman High School: Singapore autonomous school with a strong STEM and language focus. Comparable to SST in specialized academic emphasis, autonomous school status under MOE, and integrated bilingual education model.
• Anglo-Chinese School (Independent): Singapore Independent School offering O-Level and IB programmes with strong academic outcomes. Comparable to SST in independent school structure, talent-based admission, and premium academic positioning in Singapore.
• River Valley High School: Singapore autonomous school known for academic excellence and STEM programmes. Directly comparable to SST in autonomous status, secondary-level education, and competitive admission in Singapore.
• School of the Arts, Singapore (SOTA): Singapore specialized school offering arts-focused integrated arts and academic curriculum with talent-based admission. Highly comparable to SST in specialized independent school status, talent-based DSA admission, and integrated applied learning model — though SOTA focuses on arts rather than STEM.

Broad incumbents

• Victoria School: Established Singapore secondary school with a broad academic and co-curricular programme. Comparable to SST as a Singapore secondary school under MOE, though broader in focus without SST's specialization on STEAM.
• Temasek Junior College: Top Singapore junior college producing strong academic outcomes. Comparable to SST as an elite MOE institution, though operating at pre-university rather than secondary level.
• National Junior College: Top Singapore junior college offering pre-university education. While NJC serves post-secondary rather than secondary students, it is comparable as a premier Singapore MOE institution producing top scholars and university placements.

Market position

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Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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