Yishun Secondary School
Complete guide to Yishun Secondary School for P6 parents — Express and Normal tracks, sonic-arts and dance CCAs, Yishun campus, and DSA-Sec admission pathways.
Yishun Secondary School — commonly known as YSS — is a government co-educational school located on Yishun Street 71 in the Yishun area of northern Singapore. The school combines the national curriculum with values-based character development and an applied-learning emphasis in the arts and technology.
Yishun Secondary 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 sonic-arts and media focus, its multicultural dance culture, and an active sports and student development tradition.
Programmes and Curriculum
Express and Normal Tracks
Yishun Secondary 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: Yishun Secondary is a mainstream school rather than an IP school. Track placement follows the S1 posting framework. Refer to the Yishun Secondary official website for the current academic programme structure.
Applied Learning and the Arts
Yishun Secondary runs an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in sonic arts — music, media and technology — and a Learning for Life Programme (LLP) centred on empathy and compassion through the 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
Yishun Secondary runs CCAs across Performing Arts, Sports and Games, Clubs and Societies, and Uniformed Groups.
Performing Arts
- Music
- English Drama
- Indian Dance
- Malay Dance
- Modern Dance
Sports and Games
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Football
- Netball
- Volleyball
Clubs and Societies and Uniformed Groups
- Sonic-arts, media, and technology groups
- Uniformed groups supporting character and leadership development
CCA names and availability may change. The Yishun Secondary official website is the authoritative source for the current CCA list.
Campus and Facilities
Yishun Secondary School is located at 4 Yishun Street 71, Singapore 768516 in the Yishun area of northern Singapore.
Nearest MRT:
- Yishun (North South Line NS13) — a short bus ride away
- Khatib (North South Line NS14) — a short bus ride away
Campus facilities include general and specialist classrooms, science laboratories, a multi-purpose hall, performing arts, music and media spaces, and sports fields and courts. For current facility details and a campus map, refer to the Yishun Secondary official website.
Admission Pathways
PSLE and S1 Posting
Yishun Secondary 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
Yishun Secondary participates in DSA-Sec across performing arts, sports, and academic talent areas. As a co-educational school with a sonic-arts and music focus, a multicultural dance culture, and a netball, football, and basketball tradition, Yishun Secondary'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
Yishun Secondary is a government co-educational school.
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| School type | Government |
| Gender | Co-educational |
| Academic tracks | Express, Normal (Academic), Normal (Technical) |
| Location | Yishun (northern 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 Yishun Secondary official website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yishun Secondary co-educational?
Yes. Yishun Secondary School is a co-educational school.
Does Yishun Secondary offer IP?
No. Yishun Secondary 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 Yishun Secondary?
Yishun Secondary 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 Yishun Secondary offer DSA-Sec?
Yes. Yishun Secondary 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 Yishun Secondary?
Not receiving a DSA offer does not affect the standard S1 PSLE posting process. Students can still be posted to Yishun Secondary 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 Yishun Secondary — government, co-educational, or Yishun / northern location:
- Yishun Town Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Yishun
- Orchid Park Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Yishun
- Northbrooks Secondary School — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Yishun
- Chung Cheng High School (Yishun) — Express + Normal, Co-ed, Yishun
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