Manjusri Secondary School
Complete guide to Manjusri Secondary School for P6 parents — Express and Normal tracks, Chinese calligraphy and wushu CCAs, Geylang, and DSA-Sec pathways.
Manjusri Secondary School — commonly known as MJSS — is a government-aided co-educational school located on Ubi Avenue 1 in the Geylang / Ubi area of eastern Singapore. Founded by the Singapore Buddhist Federation, the school combines the national curriculum with values-based character development and a strong Chinese cultural heritage.
Manjusri 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 Chinese calligraphy, Chinese orchestra, and wushu traditions, its band and choral culture, and an applied-learning focus in STEM.
Programmes and Curriculum
Express and Normal Tracks
Manjusri 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: Manjusri is a mainstream school rather than an IP school. Track placement follows the S1 posting framework. Refer to the Manjusri official website for the current academic programme structure.
Applied Learning and the Arts
Manjusri runs an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in STEM with a cities and urban-landscapes focus, and a Learning for Life Programme (LLP) centred on music and the performing arts. 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
Manjusri runs CCAs across Performing Arts, Sports and Games, Clubs and Societies, and Uniformed Groups, with a notably strong Chinese cultural tradition.
Performing Arts
- Chinese Dance
- Chinese Orchestra
- Choir
- Concert Band
Sports and Games
- Table Tennis
- Wushu
Clubs and Societies
- Chinese Calligraphy
- Chinese language and cultural groups
Uniformed Groups
Manjusri's uniformed groups support character and leadership development alongside the academic curriculum.
CCA names and availability may change. The Manjusri official website is the authoritative source for the current CCA list.
Campus and Facilities
Manjusri Secondary School is located at 20 Ubi Avenue 1, Singapore 408940 in the Geylang / Ubi area of eastern Singapore.
Nearest MRT:
- MacPherson (Circle CC10 · Downtown DT26 interchange) — a short bus ride away
- Ubi (Downtown Line DT27) — 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 courts. For current facility details and a campus map, refer to the Manjusri official website.
Admission Pathways
PSLE and S1 Posting
Manjusri admits students through the S1 posting exercise across its Express and Normal posting bands. As an affiliated school, students from its affiliated primary school may receive affiliation priority in posting, subject to MOE's rules. The cut-off point (COP) differs by track and by affiliation status, and changes each year. For current and historical PSLE COP data, see PSLE COP historical data.
DSA-Sec Admission
Manjusri participates in DSA-Sec across performing arts, sports, and academic talent areas. As a co-educational school with a strong Chinese calligraphy, Chinese orchestra, and wushu tradition alongside a band and choral culture, Manjusri'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
Manjusri is a government-aided co-educational school, founded by the Singapore Buddhist Federation.
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| School type | Government-aided |
| Gender | Co-educational |
| Academic tracks | Express, Normal (Academic), Normal (Technical) |
| Heritage | Founded by the Singapore Buddhist Federation · Chinese cultural heritage |
| Location | Geylang / Ubi (eastern 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 Manjusri official website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Manjusri Secondary co-educational?
Yes. Manjusri Secondary School is a co-educational school.
Does Manjusri offer IP?
No. Manjusri offers the mainstream Express (O-Level), Normal (Academic), and Normal (Technical) tracks. It is not an Integrated Programme school.
What PSLE score does my child need for Manjusri?
Manjusri is competitive for its Express and Normal posting bands, with the COP differing by track and affiliation status and changing each year. For current and historical data, see PSLE COP historical data.
Does Manjusri offer DSA-Sec?
Yes. Manjusri participates in DSA-Sec across performing arts, sports, 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 Manjusri?
Not receiving a DSA offer does not affect the standard S1 PSLE posting process. Students can still be posted to Manjusri if their PSLE score qualifies and they rank the school in their choices, with affiliation priority applying where relevant. 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 Manjusri — co-educational, Chinese cultural heritage, or eastern / central location:
- Bartley Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Bartley
- Geylang Methodist School (Secondary) — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Geylang
- Tanjong Katong Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Paya Lebar
- Chung Cheng High School (Main) — Express, Co-ed, SAP, Mountbatten
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