Temasek Junior College (Secondary)
Guide to TJC Secondary for P6 parents — Integrated Programme, languages and science DSA, Tampines, and DSA-Sec admission into TJC's 6-year IP pathway.
Temasek Junior College (Secondary) — commonly known as TJC — is the secondary section of Temasek Junior College's Integrated Programme, a government co-educational school located in the Tampines area of eastern Singapore. Students admitted to TJC's IP at Secondary 1 progress through six years, completing the A-Level examination at TJC.
TJC's Integrated Programme does not offer the separate O-Level (Express) or Normal tracks; all IP students follow a through-train curriculum that bypasses the O-Level examination. The school is known for its strong academic programme across languages, mathematics, and the sciences, alongside an active performing arts and sports culture.
Programmes and Curriculum
Integrated Programme
TJC (Secondary) offers the Integrated Programme (IP), a six-year through-train curriculum from Secondary 1 to Junior College Year 2. IP students do not sit for the O-Level examination; instead, they progress directly to TJC's JC curriculum and sit for the A-Level examination at the end of Year 6.
For P6 families: admission to TJC's IP is through DSA-Sec and (where available) direct S1 posting. The IP is selective; refer to the TJC official website for details on the secondary curriculum and entry requirements.
Academic and Enrichment Programmes
TJC (Secondary) offers a broad academic programme across humanities, languages, mathematics, and the sciences, including the Music Elective Programme (MEP) for students with strong music backgrounds. These programmes anchor its academic rigour and student development across the IP years.
For context on the DSA-Sec process, see What is DSA-Sec?.
Co-Curricular Activities
TJC (Secondary) runs CCAs across Performing Arts, Sports and Games, Clubs and Societies, and Uniformed Groups, integrated with the full TJC CCA programme.
Performing Arts
- Concert Band
- Other performing arts groups across music and dance
Sports and Games
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Bowling
- Taekwondo
- Other team sports and games
Clubs and Societies and Uniformed Groups
- Leadership and student development groups
- Uniformed groups supporting character development
CCA names and availability may change. The TJC official website is the authoritative source for the current CCA list.
Campus and Facilities
Temasek Junior College (Secondary) is located at 22 Tampines Avenue 9, Singapore 529564 in the Tampines area of eastern Singapore.
Nearest MRT:
- Tampines (East West Line EW2 · Downtown Line DT32 interchange) — a short bus ride away
Campus facilities include general and specialist classrooms, science laboratories, a performing arts centre, a library, and sports facilities. For current facility details and a campus map, refer to the TJC official website.
Admission Pathways
DSA-Sec Admission
TJC (Secondary) admits Secondary 1 students through DSA-Sec across a wide range of talent areas, including Chinese Language, English Language, Leadership, Concert Band, Music Elective Programme, Mathematics, Science, Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, and Taekwondo. DSA offers place students into the IP pathway leading to TJC's JC programme.
Students who accept a DSA offer from TJC (Secondary) enter the six-year IP and are committed to the through-train pathway. They do not sit for the O-Level examination.
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.
PSLE and S1 Posting
TJC's IP does not admit through the general S1 posting exercise via PSLE score bands in the same way mainstream schools do. Admission is primarily through DSA-Sec. Refer to the TJC official website and PSLE COP historical data for current entry information.
Achievements and Recognition
TJC (Secondary) is a government co-educational IP school.
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| School type | Government |
| Gender | Co-educational |
| Academic tracks | Integrated Programme (6-year, to A-Levels) |
| Location | Tampines (eastern Singapore) |
TJC has received various MOE recognition and academic programme accolades. For verified details, refer to the MOE recognition listings and the TJC official website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TJC (Secondary) co-educational?
Yes. TJC's Integrated Programme section is co-educational.
Does TJC offer the O-Level track?
No. TJC (Secondary) is an IP school. Students follow a six-year through-train curriculum and sit for the A-Level examination at TJC rather than the O-Level examination at Secondary 4.
How does my child apply for TJC's IP?
Admission is primarily through DSA-Sec. Use the DSA-Sec School Finder for current talent areas offered and apply through the MOE DSA-Sec portal during the application window. For key dates, see the DSA-Sec Timeline.
Does TJC (Secondary) offer MEP?
TJC (Secondary) lists Music Elective Programme as a DSA talent area. MEP is a specialist music programme; entry requirements are competitive. Refer to the TJC official website for current MEP admission details.
What happens if my child is not offered a DSA place at TJC?
Not receiving a DSA offer does not affect the standard S1 PSLE posting process. Students can still be posted to mainstream secondary schools through the S1 exercise.
Related Schools and Resources
Schools with Similar Profiles
These schools share an Integrated Programme structure, admitting students at Secondary 1 through DSA-Sec into a six-year through-train pathway:
- National Junior College (Secondary) — IP, Co-ed, Buona Vista
- Dunman High School (Secondary) — IP, Co-ed, Marine Parade
- Hwa Chong Institution (Secondary) — IP, Boys, Bukit Timah
- River Valley High School (Secondary) — IP, Co-ed, Boon Keng
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