Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School
Complete guide to Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School for P6 parents — Express and Normal tracks, shooting and music CCAs, Yishun, and DSA-Sec admission pathways.
Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School — commonly known as AISS — is a government co-educational school located on Yishun Avenue 7 in the Yishun area of northern Singapore. The school combines the national curriculum with values-based character development and an applied-learning emphasis in the humanities.
Ahmad Ibrahim offers the mainstream Express and Normal academic tracks with full Subject-Based Banding; it is not an Integrated Programme school. The school is known for its shooting and team-sports tradition, its music and media culture, and a media-literacy and outdoor-education focus.
Programmes and Curriculum
Express and Normal Tracks
Ahmad Ibrahim offers the mainstream Express (O-Level) and Normal academic tracks with full Subject-Based Banding, allowing students to take individual subjects at higher levels based on their strengths.
For P6 families: Ahmad Ibrahim is a mainstream school rather than an IP school. Track placement follows the S1 posting framework. Refer to the Ahmad Ibrahim official website for the current academic programme structure.
Applied Learning and Outdoor Education
Ahmad Ibrahim runs an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in the humanities, focused on critical social inquiry and media literacy, and a Learning for Life Programme (LLP) centred on character development through sports and outdoor learning. The school also offers a school-based Enhanced Music Programme as an elective; this is distinct from the MOE-designated Music Elective Programme. These programmes anchor its applied learning and student development beyond the academic curriculum.
For context on the DSA-Sec process, see What is DSA-Sec?.
Co-Curricular Activities
Ahmad Ibrahim runs CCAs across Performing Arts, Sports and Games, Clubs and Societies, and Uniformed Groups.
Performing Arts
- Music
- Other performing arts groups across music and dance
Sports and Games
- Basketball
- Shooting
- Track and Field
Clubs and Societies
- Media and communication groups
- Humanities and applied-learning groups
Uniformed Groups
Ahmad Ibrahim's uniformed groups support character and leadership development alongside the academic curriculum.
CCA names and availability may change. The Ahmad Ibrahim official website is the authoritative source for the current CCA list.
Campus and Facilities
Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School is located at 751 Yishun Avenue 7, Singapore 768928 in the Yishun area of northern Singapore.
Nearest MRT:
- Yishun (North South Line NS13) — a short bus ride away
- Canberra (North South Line NS12) — a short bus ride away
Campus facilities include general and specialist classrooms, science laboratories, a multi-purpose hall, performing arts and music spaces, and sports fields and courts. For current facility details and a campus map, refer to the Ahmad Ibrahim official website.
Admission Pathways
PSLE and S1 Posting
Ahmad Ibrahim admits students through the S1 posting exercise across its Express and Normal posting bands. The cut-off point (COP) differs by track and changes each year. For current and historical PSLE COP data, see PSLE COP historical data.
DSA-Sec Admission
Ahmad Ibrahim participates in DSA-Sec across sports, performing arts, and academic talent areas. As a co-educational school with a shooting and team-sports tradition, a music and media culture, and a media-literacy focus, Ahmad Ibrahim's DSA tends to attract applicants across these strengths. DSA offers place students into the school's mainstream tracks.
The specific talent areas offered change from year to year. Use the DSA-Sec School Finder for the current year's full list. For key application dates, see the DSA-Sec Timeline. For preparation by talent area, see DSA Interview Preparation. For historical results context, see DSA Results.
Achievements and Recognition
Ahmad Ibrahim is a government co-educational school.
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| School type | Government |
| Gender | Co-educational |
| Academic tracks | Express, Normal (Academic), Normal (Technical) |
| Location | Yishun (northern Singapore) |
The school has received various MOE recognition and development awards over the years. For verified award details, refer to the MOE recognition listings and the Ahmad Ibrahim official website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary co-educational?
Yes. Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School is a co-educational school.
Does Ahmad Ibrahim offer IP?
No. Ahmad Ibrahim offers the mainstream Express (O-Level), Normal (Academic), and Normal (Technical) tracks. It is not an Integrated Programme school.
Does Ahmad Ibrahim offer the MOE Music Elective Programme?
Ahmad Ibrahim runs a school-based Enhanced Music Programme. This is distinct from the MOE-designated Music Elective Programme (MEP), which is offered at a separate set of schools. A music talent pathway may still be available through DSA-Sec — see the DSA-Sec School Finder.
What PSLE score does my child need for Ahmad Ibrahim?
Ahmad Ibrahim is competitive for its Express and Normal posting bands, with the COP differing by track and changing each year. For current and historical data, see PSLE COP historical data.
Does Ahmad Ibrahim offer DSA-Sec?
Yes. Ahmad Ibrahim participates in DSA-Sec across sports, performing arts, and academic talent areas. Use the DSA-Sec School Finder to see the current year's offerings.
What happens if my child is not offered a DSA place at Ahmad Ibrahim?
Not receiving a DSA offer does not affect the standard S1 PSLE posting process. Students can still be posted to Ahmad Ibrahim if their PSLE score qualifies and they rank the school in their choices. Students who accept a DSA offer from any school are withdrawn from the S1 posting exercise entirely.
Related Schools and Resources
Schools with Similar Profiles
These schools share one or more characteristics with Ahmad Ibrahim — government, co-educational, or Yishun / northern location:
- Yishun Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Yishun
- Yishun Town Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Yishun
- Northbrooks Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Yishun
- Chung Cheng High School (Yishun) — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Yishun
DSA Preparation Resources
- DSA-Sec School Finder — filter by talent area and school
- DSA-Sec Timeline — key dates for the application cycle
- What is DSA-Sec? — the complete process explained
- DSA Results — historical results data across schools
- DSA Interview Preparation — preparation guides by talent area