CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent

CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent — commonly known as STC — is a government-aided, Catholic school for girls located on Lower Delta Road in the Bukit Merah area of southern Singapore. Part of the CHIJ (Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus) family of schools, it combines the national curriculum with values-based character development in the CHIJ tradition.

STC 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 strong hockey and team-sports tradition, its dance and drama culture, and an active community service ethos.

Programmes and Curriculum

Express and Normal Tracks

STC 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: STC is a mainstream school rather than an IP school. Track placement follows the S1 posting framework. Refer to the STC official website for the current academic programme structure.

Applied Learning and Character Development

STC runs an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) focused on portable skills through real-world problem solving, and a Learning for Life Programme (LLP) centred on sports and outdoor education, alongside the values-based character education of the CHIJ tradition. These school 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

STC runs CCAs across Performing Arts, Sports and Games, Clubs and Societies, and Uniformed Groups, with a notably strong sporting tradition.

Performing Arts

Choir
English Drama
Modern Dance

Sports and Games

Floorball
Hockey
Netball
Softball
Track and Field

Uniformed Groups

Girl Guides
National Police Cadet Corps (NPCC)

Clubs and Societies

STC clubs include, among others: Infocomm, leadership groups, and community service groups in the CHIJ tradition.

CCA names and availability may change. The STC official website is the authoritative source for the current CCA list.

Campus and Facilities

CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent is located at 160 Lower Delta Road, Singapore 099138 in the Bukit Merah area of southern Singapore.

Nearest MRT:

Redhill (East West Line EW18) — approximately a 10-minute walk
Tiong Bahru (East West Line EW17) — 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 STC official website.

Admission Pathways

PSLE and S1 Posting

STC 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

STC participates in DSA-Sec across sports and performing arts talent areas. As a girls' school with a strong hockey, floorball, netball, softball, and track tradition alongside a dance and drama culture, STC'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

STC is a government-aided Catholic girls' school within the CHIJ family of schools.

Category	Detail
School type	Government-aided
Gender	Single-sex girls' school
Academic tracks	Express, Normal (Academic), Normal (Technical)
Affiliation	CHIJ family · Catholic JC
Heritage	CHIJ (Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus)

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 STC official website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent only for girls?

Yes. CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent is a single-sex school for girls.

Does STC offer IP?

No. STC offers the mainstream Express (O-Level) and Normal academic tracks. It is not an Integrated Programme school.

What PSLE score does my daughter need for STC?

STC 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 STC offer DSA-Sec?

Yes. STC participates in DSA-Sec across sports and performing arts talent areas, with a particularly strong hockey tradition. Use the DSA-Sec School Finder to see the current year's offerings.

What happens if my daughter is not offered a DSA place at STC?

Not receiving a DSA offer does not affect the standard S1 PSLE posting process. Students can still be posted to STC 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 STC — girls-only, CHIJ family, or southern / central location:

CHIJ Katong Convent — Express + Normal, Girls, Marine Parade
CHIJ Secondary (Toa Payoh) — Express + Normal, Girls, AEP, Toa Payoh
CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls' School — IP + O-Level, Girls, SAP, Ang Mo Kio
Crescent Girls' School — Express + Normal, Girls, MEP, Redhill

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