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English tuition for CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent students
Live online English tuition for CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent students in secondary 1–4. Bring recent schoolwork and teacher feedback so our tutors can see where your child needs help and plan the lessons.
Secondary 1–4
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National secondary English
Years 1–4
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Study guide · 01
English tuition in Sec 1–2 and Sec 3–4: what changes?
In Secondary 1 and 2, students meet longer texts, unfamiliar vocabulary and ideas spread across several paragraphs. We help them follow the passage and use details to support an answer. Writing lessons focus on developing a paragraph and keeping a composition on track.
Short tasks help us see where a student needs help. Can they point to the words that support an answer? Explain why a paragraph is there? Rewrite an unclear sentence? Their answers show us whether to work on understanding, organisation or expression.
In Secondary 3 and 4, students practise complete responses and timed sections. We look for mistakes that keep appearing: an inference without evidence, a missing point in situational writing, or an oral answer that needs more explanation. The next task gives the student practice with that specific problem.
Study guide · 02
How to improve English comprehension: explain the evidence
A comprehension answer starts with the question. “What happened?” calls for information; “Why?” asks for a cause or reason; an inference requires an explanation supported by the text. Before writing, identify the relevant lines and decide what those lines establish. The evidence should fit the exact question, including any part that asks for the effect on a character or reader.
Vocabulary practice works best in context. Keep the sentence in which the word appears, write a meaning that fits that sentence and check how a replacement changes its tone. A word can have several meanings, and a memorised synonym can be unsuitable for the passage. For an own-words response, preserve the original relationship between ideas while changing the expression.
The task
Practice passage: “Maya read the acceptance letter twice, then placed it carefully beside her unfinished application forms.” What suggests that this letter matters to Maya?
Worked response
A supported answer: Reading it twice and setting it aside carefully suggest that Maya values the acceptance and gives it special attention.
The answer uses Maya’s two actions to explain why the letter matters. It stays within the information in the extract. With a longer passage, students should also check the surrounding sentences.
Study guide · 03
How to improve composition and situational writing
Composition practice needs a purpose beyond finishing the word count. For a narrative, decide what changes for the central character and which events cause that change. Give important moments enough space; a long introduction can leave the turning point rushed. For an argument, state a position that answers the question and build paragraphs around reasons that can be explained and tested.
Situational writing starts with audience, purpose and required information. A proposal to a school leader needs a clear recommendation and practical justification. An email to a friend may use a different tone. Plan the content requirements before drafting, then check that each one has been developed in a way that helps the reader act or understand.
Revise the ideas first: does the answer address the question, follow a clear order and explain its points? Then check sentence boundaries, tense, agreement, vocabulary and punctuation. Keep a short note of mistakes to watch for in the next piece of writing.
Study guide · 04
A practical weekly English revision routine
Spread practice across reading, writing and speaking. One short reading task can focus on explaining an inference; a writing task can develop one paragraph; a spoken response can practise giving a reason and a concrete example. These tasks are small enough to review closely. Occasional full papers or complete compositions then show whether the skills work together.
Practice between classes helps our tutors plan the next lesson. Students get instant marking on platform exercises and revisit earlier questions through spaced review. Tutors discuss writing and spoken responses with the student, including how they chose and explained their ideas.
Compare similar tasks your child has completed without help. Look for an inference they can explain, a paragraph with a well-supported point, or an oral answer that handles a follow-up question. Keep the school feedback alongside these attempts to see what still needs work.
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About CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent
PSLE cut-off point for CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent
MOE publishes the PSLE score of the first and the last student posted into each school at each posting group. Below are CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent'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 group | Non-affiliated | Affiliated |
|---|---|---|
| Posting Group 3 | AL 11–13 | AL 9–20 |
| Posting Group 2 | AL 21–24 | AL 21–25 |
| Posting Group 1 | AL 25–30* | AL 26–28 |
* This posting group did not fill. MOE School Finder then reports the cut-off as AL 30 — the weakest score the school could have admitted — rather than the score of a student who was actually posted there.
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 ↗
About CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent
CHIJ St. Theresa’s Convent traces its roots back to 1892, when it began as CHIJ Kampong Bahru, offering primary classes under the Church of St. Theresa. It evolved into a full secondary institution in the late 1950s, becoming government-aided in 1952 and fully transitioning to secondary education by 1986.
Founded: 1892
School Overview
CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent (STC) has its origins in 1892, when it started as CHIJ Kampong Bahru providing primary-level classes under the Church of St. Theresa. The school transitioned to a full secondary institution during the late 1950s, received government-aided status in 1952, and moved entirely to secondary education by 1986. Located in Bukit Merah, STC operates as a single-session all-girls secondary school with the motto "Simple in Virtue, Steadfast in Duty."
The school's educational approach centres on building a Christ-centred community that upholds truth, justice, freedom, and love, with an emphasis on developing resilient young women through experiential learning. STC holds affiliations with CHIJ (Kellock), CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace, and Catholic Junior College, providing pathways for students at both entry and post-secondary stages. The school is also recognised for its longstanding tradition in hockey, having produced national-level players since the 1960s.
Admission Process
Entry to STC at Secondary 1 takes place through the PSLE posting exercise and the Direct School Admission (DSA) scheme.
For the 2025 intake (based on 2024 PSLE results), the indicative Achievement Level (AL) cut-off points were as follows:
Posting Group 3 — Affiliated: 11 to 20, Non-Affiliated: 8 to 12
Posting Group 2 — Affiliated: 21 to 25, Non-Affiliated: 21 to 23
Posting Group 1 — Affiliated: 26 to 28, Non-Affiliated: 25 to 30
These figures represent the AL score of the last admitted student in each category and may shift annually depending on demand. A lower AL score indicates stronger academic performance.
Students from affiliated CHIJ primary schools receive priority consideration during the posting exercise. DSA applications for the 2025 intake cover talents in English Drama, Floorball, Hockey, Modern Dance, Netball, Softball, and Track and Field (all for girls). Applications are submitted through the MOE DSA-Sec Portal, typically opening in May.
After enrolment, students are placed under Full Subject-Based Banding (Full SBB), which allows them to take individual subjects at levels matched to their strengths rather than following a fixed stream.
Curriculum and Academic Programme
STC follows the national curriculum framework, with core subjects including English Language, Mathematics (Elementary and Additional), Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), and Humanities (Geography, History, Social Studies). Elective offerings include Art, Literature in English, Principles of Accounts, Nutrition and Food Science, and Exercise and Sports Science. Under Full SBB, students can take subjects at different levels, allowing for a more personalised academic experience.
The school runs two distinctive programmes. The Applied Learning Programme (ALP), titled "Education For Life," focuses on developing transferable skills through interdisciplinary, real-world problem-solving projects. The Learning for Life Programme (LLP) in Sports and Outdoor Education uses hockey and other physical activities to cultivate self-direction, confidence, and resilience in students.
Bilingual education is part of the school's curriculum, with Mother Tongue language options in Chinese, Malay, and Tamil, including Higher Chinese for eligible students.
Facilities and Co-Curricular Activities
Following upgrading works completed under the PRIME programme in 2011, STC's campus features air-conditioned classrooms with smart technology, fully equipped science and computer laboratories, a library, arts studios, an indoor sports hall, and a full-sized hockey pitch.
Co-curricular activities (CCAs) are organised across four categories:
Sports: Hockey, Netball, Softball, Track and Field, Floorball, and Bowling.
Performing Arts: Choir, Modern Dance, English Drama, and Angklung/Kulintang Ensemble.
Clubs and Societies: Entrepreneurship Club, Infocomm Technology (Media Production), and Infant Jesus Youth Mission.
Uniformed Groups: Girl Guides.
CCAs at STC are designed to support character development, leadership opportunities, and community engagement. The school also organises overseas service-learning trips to countries such as Vietnam and Cambodia, giving students exposure beyond the classroom.
Student Life and School Culture
School life at STC is shaped by Catholic values of simplicity, duty, and sisterhood. The daily routine combines academic lessons, Character and Citizenship Education (CCE), and CCA sessions. The school maintains a structured pastoral care system with guidance programmes that address student well-being and social-emotional development.
The House System, comprising six houses, encourages participation and healthy competition through events such as sports carnivals and inter-house activities. Parent involvement is supported through the Parent Support Group (PSG), which works closely with the school on various initiatives.
STC operates a leadership development framework across Secondary 1 to 3, progressively building students' capacity for self-direction, teamwork, and responsibility. The school's single-session structure means that students have afternoons available for CCAs, supplementary classes, or personal study time.
For families with daughters entering secondary school, attending the school's open house — typically held in the middle of the year — provides an opportunity to tour the campus, speak with staff, and understand the school's programmes and culture firsthand.
Frequently Asked Questions about CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent
Is CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent a good school?
CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent is a government-aided Catholic girls' secondary school with a focus on holistic education. It offers an Applied Learning Programme centred on real-world problem-solving and a Learning for Life Programme built around sports and outdoor education. The school has a long tradition in hockey and provides a range of CCAs for character development. Parents should consider their daughter's interests and learning style when evaluating fit.
Is CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent a co-educational school?
No. CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent is an all-girls secondary school that operates on a single-session schedule.
Does Singapore rank secondary schools officially?
Singapore does not publish official rankings of secondary schools. The Ministry of Education encourages families to look at a school's programmes, culture, and co-curricular offerings rather than comparative rankings when choosing a school.
What are the PSLE cut-off points for CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent?
Based on the 2024 PSLE posting exercise, the indicative Achievement Level cut-off points were: Posting Group 3 — Affiliated 11 to 20, Non-Affiliated 8 to 12; Posting Group 2 — Affiliated 21 to 25, Non-Affiliated 21 to 23; Posting Group 1 — Affiliated 26 to 28, Non-Affiliated 25 to 30. These figures may vary from year to year.
What CCAs are available at CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent?
CCAs span four categories. Sports include Hockey, Netball, Softball, Track and Field, Floorball, and Bowling. Performing Arts include Choir, Modern Dance, English Drama, and Angklung/Kulintang Ensemble. Clubs and Societies include Entrepreneurship Club, Infocomm Technology (Media Production), and Infant Jesus Youth Mission. The Uniformed Group offering is Girl Guides.
What O-Level subjects does CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent offer?
The school offers Additional Mathematics, Art, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese Language, English Language, Exercise and Sports Science, Geography, Higher Chinese Language, History, Literature in English, Malay Language, Mathematics, Nutrition and Food Science, Physics, Principles of Accounts, Tamil Language, and Humanities combinations. Specific subject availability may vary by cohort.
Is CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent affiliated with any other schools?
Yes. STC is affiliated with CHIJ (Kellock) and CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace at the primary level, which means students from these schools receive priority consideration during the PSLE posting exercise. The school is also affiliated with Catholic Junior College for post-secondary progression.
What is the Applied Learning Programme at CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent?
The ALP is titled "Education For Life" and focuses on developing transferable skills through interdisciplinary projects that address real-world problems. It is designed to help students build practical capabilities applicable beyond the classroom.
What is the Learning for Life Programme at CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent?
The LLP centres on Sports and Outdoor Education, using hockey and other physical activities to develop self-directed, confident, and resilient students. It emphasises leadership and character building through sporting experiences.
Does CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent use Full Subject-Based Banding?
Yes. Under MOE's Full Subject-Based Banding framework, students at STC take individual subjects at levels suited to their abilities. This replaces the former streaming system and gives students greater flexibility in their academic programme.
What is the address and contact information for CHIJ St. Theresa's Convent?
The school is located at 160 Lower Delta Road, Singapore 099138. The phone number is +65 6477 5777, the email address is [email protected], and the fax number is +65 6477 5700.
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