Pasir Ris Crest Secondary School

Pasir Ris Crest Secondary School — commonly known as PRCSS — is a government co-educational school located on Pasir Ris Street 41 in eastern Singapore. The school combines the national curriculum with values-based character development and an applied-learning emphasis in communication.

Pasir Ris Crest 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 communication and public-speaking culture, its band and instrumental ensembles, and an active sports tradition including fencing.

Programmes and Curriculum

Express and Normal Tracks

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

Applied Learning and Leadership

Pasir Ris Crest runs an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in languages and communication, and a Learning for Life Programme (LLP) centred on community youth leadership. 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

Pasir Ris Crest runs CCAs across Performing Arts, Sports and Games, Clubs and Societies, and Uniformed Groups.

Performing Arts

Choir
Concert Band
Guzheng Ensemble
English Drama
Modern Dance

Sports and Games

Fencing
Badminton
Basketball
Football

Clubs and Societies

Debating and Public Speaking
Language and communication groups
Community service and leadership groups

Uniformed Groups

Pasir Ris Crest's uniformed groups support character and leadership development alongside the academic curriculum.

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

Campus and Facilities

Pasir Ris Crest Secondary School is located at 11 Pasir Ris Street 41, Singapore 518934 in the Pasir Ris area of eastern Singapore.

Nearest MRT:

Pasir Ris (East West Line EW1) — approximately an 8-minute walk

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 Pasir Ris Crest official website.

Admission Pathways

PSLE and S1 Posting

Pasir Ris Crest 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

Pasir Ris Crest participates in DSA-Sec across sports, performing arts, and academic or leadership talent areas. As a co-educational school with a distinctive fencing tradition, a band and guzheng culture, and a strong communication and public-speaking focus, Pasir Ris Crest'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

Pasir Ris Crest is a government co-educational school.

Category	Detail
School type	Government
Gender	Co-educational
Academic tracks	Express, Normal (Academic), Normal (Technical)
Location	Pasir Ris (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 Pasir Ris Crest official website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pasir Ris Crest Secondary co-educational?

Yes. Pasir Ris Crest Secondary School is a co-educational school.

Does Pasir Ris Crest offer IP?

No. Pasir Ris Crest 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 Pasir Ris Crest?

Pasir Ris Crest 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 Pasir Ris Crest offer DSA-Sec?

Yes. Pasir Ris Crest participates in DSA-Sec across sports, performing arts, and academic or leadership 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 Pasir Ris Crest?

Not receiving a DSA offer does not affect the standard S1 PSLE posting process. Students can still be posted to Pasir Ris Crest 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 Pasir Ris Crest — government, co-educational, or eastern location:

Ngee Ann Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Tampines
Temasek Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Upper East Coast
Tanjong Katong Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Paya Lebar
St. Hilda's Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Tampines

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