Pei Hwa Secondary School
Complete guide to Pei Hwa Secondary School for P6 parents — Express and Normal tracks, guzheng and wushu CCAs, Sengkang, and DSA-Sec admission pathways.
Pei Hwa Secondary School — commonly known as PHSS — is a government co-educational school located on Fernvale Link in the Sengkang area of north-eastern Singapore. The school combines the national curriculum with values-based character development and an applied-learning emphasis in STEM.
Pei Hwa 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 guzheng and dance culture, its wushu and taekwondo tradition, and a robotics and STEM focus.
Programmes and Curriculum
Express and Normal Tracks
Pei Hwa 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: Pei Hwa is a mainstream school rather than an IP school. Track placement follows the S1 posting framework. Refer to the Pei Hwa official website for the current academic programme structure.
Applied Learning and Leadership
Pei Hwa runs an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in STEM with an emerging-technologies focus, 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
Pei Hwa runs CCAs across Performing Arts, Sports and Games, Clubs and Societies, and Uniformed Groups.
Performing Arts
- Guzheng Ensemble
- Chinese Dance
- Modern Dance
Sports and Games
- Floorball
- Taekwondo
- Wushu
Clubs and Societies
- Robotics
- STEM and applied-learning groups
Uniformed Groups
Pei Hwa's uniformed groups support character and leadership development alongside the academic curriculum.
CCA names and availability may change. The Pei Hwa official website is the authoritative source for the current CCA list.
Campus and Facilities
Pei Hwa Secondary School is located at 21 Fernvale Link, Singapore 797702 in the Sengkang area of north-eastern Singapore.
Nearest MRT:
- Fernvale (Sengkang LRT SW5) — a short walk away
- Sengkang (North East Line NE16 · Sengkang LRT interchange) — a short LRT or bus ride away
Campus facilities include general and specialist classrooms, science and applied-technology 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 Pei Hwa official website.
Admission Pathways
PSLE and S1 Posting
Pei Hwa 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
Pei Hwa participates in DSA-Sec across performing arts, sports, and academic or applied-technology talent areas. As a co-educational school with a guzheng and dance culture, a wushu and taekwondo tradition, and a robotics and STEM focus, Pei Hwa'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
Pei Hwa is a government co-educational school.
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| School type | Government |
| Gender | Co-educational |
| Academic tracks | Express, Normal (Academic), Normal (Technical) |
| Location | Sengkang (north-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 Pei Hwa official website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pei Hwa Secondary co-educational?
Yes. Pei Hwa Secondary School is a co-educational school.
Does Pei Hwa offer IP?
No. Pei Hwa 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 Pei Hwa?
Pei Hwa 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 Pei Hwa offer DSA-Sec?
Yes. Pei Hwa participates in DSA-Sec across performing arts, sports, and academic or applied-technology 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 Pei Hwa?
Not receiving a DSA offer does not affect the standard S1 PSLE posting process. Students can still be posted to Pei Hwa 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 Pei Hwa — government, co-educational, or Sengkang / north-eastern location:
- Compassvale Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Sengkang
- North Vista Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Sengkang
- Nan Chiau High School — Express, Co-ed, SAP, Sengkang
- Outram Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Sengkang
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