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Raffles Institution

vs.

Hwa Chong Institution

vs.

NUS High School

Parents often wonder what the difference is among the top three schools in Singapore. RI (RGS), HCI (NYGH), and NUSH* have the highest record of graduates’ admission to Oxbridge*, Ivy League, and NUS/NTU medical schools. We have been sending our students to these schools for over 10 years. Below is a summary table comparing the three schools. To keep things simple, we focus only on the key differences.

*Notes:
  • RI: Raffles Institution
  • RGS: Raffles Girls School
  • HCI: Hwa Chong Institution
  • NYGH: Nanyang Girls High School
  • NUSH: NUS High School
  • Oxbridge: Oxford and Cambridge University

PSLE AL4 – 7

For popular IP schools such as RI and HCI, the PSLE cut-off point ranges from AL4 to AL7. A headstart in learning the syllabus can help the students build a stronger foundation and perform better in their PSLE exams. GATE Math and English programmes are specifically designed for high-ability students who wish to excel in their PSLE and achieve AL1.

DSA Talent Programme

(Source: www.moe.gov.sg/secondary/dsa/eligibility/choose-a-dsa-sec-school)

Besides PSLE, most top schools offer comprehensive subject-based Direct School Admission (DSA) options. IP schools like RI and HCI generally admit up to 35% of their Sec 1 IP intake through DSA, while NUS High School of Math and Science admits up to 100% of their Sec 1 intake through DSA.

Join us for our exclusive webinar on 5 March 2025 Wed, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM, where we uncover the secrets to DSA selection and future pathways. This year, don’t miss a special live case study analysis section of selected students by the GATE Director.


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