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Math Tuition for Cedar Girls' Secondary School (CGSS) Students

Secondary Math support for Cedar Girls' Secondary School students: Mathematics at G3 and IP Mathematics, leading to the A-Levels. Lessons match the student's course and learning pace.

Cedar Girls’ Secondary School is a government autonomous girls’ secondary school in Singapore. Established in 1957, it initially offered only a four-year Express course leading to the Singapore-Cambridge GCE Ordinary Level examinations. DeepThink supports Cedar Girls' Secondary School students in Mathematics at G3 and IP Mathematics, leading to the A-Levels, with lessons matched to their current course.

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PSLE cut-off point for Cedar Girls' Secondary School

MOE publishes the PSLE score of the first and the last student posted into each school at each posting group. Below are Cedar Girls' Secondary School's figures for the 2026 Secondary 1 intake — the 2025 PSLE cohort. The last student's score is what is usually meant by the school's cut-off point.

Posting groupPSLE score range
Integrated Programme
AL 4–9
Posting Group 3
AL 6–9

Cut-off points move by a few points from year to year, and not every student who met the cut-off was posted here — some are tie-broken out. Read these as a guide to where a school sits, not as a threshold to clear.

Actual 2026 Secondary 1 intake, from MOE School Finder — last verified on 12 August 2026. MOE School Finder ↗

What this intake means for the Maths your child will sit

A posting group decides the level a student takes each subject at from Secondary 1, not only which class they are in — and under Full Subject-Based Banding a student who did well enough in a subject at PSLE can take that subject at a more demanding level than their posting group's default. So the score above is the start of the Mathematics your child sits at Cedar Girls' Secondary School, not the whole of it.

  • Secondary 1 (IP) Math syllabus

    IP students bypass the national secondary examination and work through an accelerated Mathematics course towards A-Level H2 Math.

  • Secondary 1 G3 Math syllabus

    Posting Group 3 students take Mathematics at G3 by default — the fastest of the three, and the usual route into Additional Mathematics from Secondary 3.

  • Secondary Math syllabus, all four years

    The MOE topic list for every year and every subject level, so you can see where the syllabus goes after Secondary 1.

About Cedar Girls' Secondary School

Cedar Girls’ Secondary School is a government autonomous girls’ secondary school in Singapore. Established in 1957, it initially offered only a four-year Express course leading to the Singapore-Cambridge GCE Ordinary Level examinations.

Founded: 1957

Math tuition alongside Cedar Girls' Secondary School

Classes capped at 4 students, grouped by learning pace and matched to your child's level. Or keep reading — the rest of this page covers Cedar Girls' Secondary School in detail, including admissions and FAQs.

School Overview

Cedar Girls' Secondary School was established in 1957 as one of Singapore's earliest government girls' schools. It was formed through the consolidation of students from Bartley, Beatty, and Siglap schools, opening with an initial enrolment of 507 pupils. Today, the school serves approximately 1,400 students and holds both autonomous and Special Assistance Plan (SAP) status, reflecting its commitment to bilingual education in English and Chinese.

The school operates under the motto "Honesty, Perseverance, Courtesy" and is guided by its vision of developing students with zeal for life and learning, empathy for others, synergy in diversity, and togetherness as a family, community, and nation. Cedar is affiliated with Victoria Junior College through the six-year Integrated Programme (IP), which allows students to proceed directly to A-Levels without sitting the O-Level examinations. The school also maintains a sister school relationship with Victoria School. In 1972, Cedar became one of the first secondary schools in Singapore to introduce on-campus sports facilities.

Admission Process

Admission to Cedar Girls' Secondary School at Secondary 1 takes place through the PSLE posting exercise and the Direct School Admission (DSA) scheme.

For the 2025 intake, the indicative PSLE Achievement Level (AL) cut-off points for the Integrated Programme were 8 for non-affiliated students and 7 for affiliated students. The 2024 cycle had non-affiliated IP cut-offs in the range of 4 to 7. Affiliated priority applies to students with siblings currently enrolled or those from linked primary schools.

DSA applications are accepted in several talent areas, including sports (Badminton, Basketball, Track and Field), performing arts (Concert Band, Choir, Modern Dance), and leadership. Applications are submitted through the MOE DSA portal, which typically opens around mid-year for entry the following January.

Cedar implements Full Subject-Based Banding (SBB), enabling students to take individual subjects at different levels (G1, G2, G3) based on their aptitude. Students admitted to the IP track follow the six-year programme through to Victoria Junior College, while others pursue the four-year Express track leading to the GCE O-Levels.

The school holds its open house annually — the 2025 physical event is scheduled for 15 November (9:00 AM to 12:30 PM), with an e-Open House held earlier in the year.

Curriculum and Academic Programme

Cedar's academic programme spans two main tracks aligned with MOE standards. The six-year Integrated Programme, run in partnership with Victoria Junior College, emphasises inquiry-based learning and bypasses the O-Level examinations. The four-year Express track prepares students for the GCE O-Levels across a broad range of subjects.

Core subjects include English, Mathematics (Elementary and Additional), Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), and Humanities (Social Studies, Geography, History). As a SAP school, Cedar offers Higher Chinese as part of its bilingual emphasis. Additional electives include Art and Design and Technology.

The school has maintained MOE Band 1 status since 2004, with consistently strong pass rates in Mathematics and the Sciences. Specialised programmes such as STEM initiatives and the Regional Studies Programme develop critical thinking and regional awareness. Cedar's 2024 O-Level cohort achieved high distinctions across key subjects.

For students who want additional support in Mathematics alongside Cedar's curriculum, DeepThink is a math tuition centre that offers structured programmes aligned to the O-Level and IP syllabuses.

Facilities and Co-Curricular Activities

Cedar's campus includes smart classrooms with interactive technology, a well-stocked library, science and computer laboratories, arts studios, and a performing arts hall. The school's sports complex — upgraded during the 2008 to 2010 PRIME phase — features running tracks, courts, and playing fields.

The school offers 21 Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) across four categories:

Sports: Badminton, Basketball, Track and Field, and Table Tennis. The track and field programme has accumulated 40 national titles since 1968.

Uniformed Groups: Girl Guides (Gold Puan Noor Aishah Award) and National Police Cadet Corps (Gold Unit Proficiency Award).

Performing Arts: Symphonic Band (SYF Distinction), Choir, and Modern Dance.

Clubs and Societies: Environment Club, Infocomm Club, Debate, and Robotics, among others.

CCA participation is part of the school's holistic development approach, building teamwork, discipline, and leadership skills.

Student Life and School Culture

Cedar fosters an inclusive school culture grounded in empathy and mutual support. Class sizes are typically 35 to 40 students, and the school maintains favourable teacher-to-student ratios for personalised guidance.

Pastoral care is delivered through counselling services, well-being programmes, and anti-bullying initiatives aligned with MOE guidelines. Student leadership is developed through structures including the Prefectorial Board and Peer Support Leaders programme, giving students opportunities to take on responsibility and contribute to school life.

The school community is characterised by a strong sense of sisterhood, with events and activities designed to build bonds across year levels. For students entering Secondary 1, the school provides orientation support to help with the transition from primary school.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cedar Girls' Secondary School

Cedar Girls' Secondary School is an autonomous government school with SAP status, offering both the Integrated Programme and the O-Level Express track. It has held MOE Band 1 status since 2004 and provides a holistic education that balances academic rigour with character development and co-curricular involvement.

No. Cedar Girls' Secondary School is an all-girls school that operates on a single-session schedule.

Singapore does not publish an official ranking of secondary schools. Cedar Girls' is recognised as an autonomous school with competitive cut-off points, which reflects consistent academic performance, but no formal school-by-school league table exists.

Based on the 2025 intake, the indicative Achievement Level cut-off points for the Integrated Programme were 7 for affiliated students and 8 for non-affiliated students. For Posting Group 3 (O-Level Express), the non-affiliated range was 7 to 9. These figures represent the score of the last student admitted and may shift each year.

The school was founded in 1957 through the merger of students from Bartley, Beatty, and Siglap schools. It opened with 507 pupils and has since grown into an autonomous SAP institution serving around 1,400 students, with a sustained focus on bilingual education and holistic development.

Cedar Girls' Secondary School is located at 1 Cedar Avenue, Singapore 349692. The school can be reached by phone at +65 6288 4909 or by email at [email protected].

Yes. Cedar Girls' holds autonomous status, which provides the school with greater flexibility in designing its curriculum and programmes to support student learning.

The school runs two main academic tracks: the six-year Integrated Programme in partnership with Victoria Junior College, which leads directly to the A-Levels, and the four-year Express programme leading to the GCE O-Levels. It also offers the Regional Studies Programme as an elective for students interested in Southeast Asian cultures and issues.

The Integrated Programme is a six-year course offered in partnership with Victoria Junior College. Students bypass the O-Level examinations and progress directly to the A-Levels, with a curriculum that emphasises inquiry-based learning and deeper academic engagement.

The Express track covers English Language, Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, History, Social Studies, Chinese Language, Higher Chinese Language, Art, and Design and Technology. Subject offerings may vary by cohort.

Yes. Under Singapore's Full Subject-Based Banding framework, students at Cedar can take subjects at different levels (G1, G2, G3) based on their individual strengths, allowing for a more personalised academic pathway.

The school offers 21 CCAs. Sports include Badminton, Basketball, Table Tennis, Track and Field, Netball, and Volleyball. Uniformed groups include Girl Guides, NPCC, Red Cross Youth, and NCC. Performing arts options include Choir, Guzheng Ensemble, Handbell Ensemble, and Modern Dance. Clubs and societies cover areas such as Infocomm, Drama and Debating, Environmental Science, and Social Innovation.

As a government secondary school, monthly fees for Singapore citizens are $5 (school fee) plus $10 (miscellaneous fee), totalling $15. Permanent Residents pay $440 plus $20, totalling $460. International students pay from $840 plus $20, totalling $860, subject to GST where applicable.

Students at Cedar follow a demanding Mathematics curriculum across both the IP and O-Level tracks. DeepThink, a math tuition centre, offers small-group classes covering O-Level and IP Mathematics content that some Cedar families have found helpful for building confidence and keeping pace with the school's academic expectations.

How DeepThink supports Cedar Girls' Secondary School students

  • G3 Mathematics support for the national secondary pathway at Cedar Girls' Secondary School. Classes follow the student's actual Mathematics subject level.

  • We prepare students for the paper their year sits: O-Level, or the Singapore-Cambridge SEC from 2027.

  • Your child’s posting group sets the level they start Mathematics at. Under Full Subject-Based Banding, they may take it at a different level.

  • IP Mathematics support follows Cedar Girls' Secondary School's school-based topic sequence and internal assessments.

  • The IP pathway leads to the A-Level. Secondary lessons build the foundations for that destination.

  • Additional Mathematics support is available for students taking that subject; we check the actual course and assessment requirements.

  • Classes are capped at 4 students and grouped by learning pace, with practice focused on the gaps shown in schoolwork.

The programme

What your child gets at DeepThink

We start with the Mathematics your child is studying now. Lessons revisit gaps, build clear reasoning and practise questions suited to their current course and assessments.

Class size

Maximum 4 students

Grouped by course and learning pace

Weekly duration

1.5 hours

Secondary support

S1 – S4

School pathways

Mathematics at G3; IP Mathematics, leading to the A-Levels

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers for parents

Which Math class suits a Cedar Girls' Secondary School student?

We teach Mathematics at G3 and IP Mathematics, leading to the A-Levels. We use the student's current Mathematics course, year and schoolwork to choose a class. The national and integrated pathways have different assessments, so the school name alone does not determine the class.

Does the posting group determine my child's Mathematics class?

It indicates the usual starting subject level, but Full Subject-Based Banding allows students to take subjects at different levels. Tell us the Mathematics level shown on your child's timetable or assessments so lessons match what they actually study.

How does DeepThink support Cedar Girls' Secondary School's IP Mathematics?

IP schools set their own topic sequences and internal assessments. We use the student's school materials to reinforce concepts, practise unfamiliar problems and prepare for current assessments. Cedar Girls' Secondary School's IP pathway leads to the A-Level.

When should a secondary student start tuition?

Start when schoolwork reveals gaps in understanding or confidence. Earlier support can strengthen algebra and problem-solving foundations; students joining later can focus on their current topics and assessments.

What makes DeepThink different for Cedar Girls' Secondary School students?

Small classes, teaching matched to the student's actual Mathematics course, and practice that develops clear working as well as correct answers. Parents are kept informed about progress and areas needing more practice.

How many students are in each class?

Four, at most. Students are grouped by learning pace, not just by year level, so each lesson moves at the speed of the students actually in it. When no class matches a child’s pace, we open a new one. In a class that size, every child answers questions, gets their working checked, and gets help the moment they need it.

Can families start with a trial class first?

Yes. A trial class helps you see whether our teaching pace and approach suit your child. Trials in existing classes are free. If no class suits your timing, we can arrange a 1-to-1 trial at another time for $30.

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