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Math Tuition for Maris Stella High School (MSHS) Students

Primary and secondary Math support for Maris Stella High School students: Mathematics at G3. Lessons match the student's course and learning pace.

Maris Stella High School (MSHS) (Chinese: 海星中学; pinyin: Hǎixīng Zhōngxué) is a government-aided, all-boys Catholic primary and secondary school with autonomous status. DeepThink supports Maris Stella High School students at primary level and in Mathematics at G3, with lessons matched to their current course.

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PSLE cut-off point for Maris Stella High School

MOE publishes the PSLE score of the first and the last student posted into each school at each posting group. Below are Maris Stella High 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 groupNon-affiliatedAffiliated
Posting Group 3
AL 7–12Higher Chinese Merit (first student admitted)
AL 4–16Higher Chinese Merit (first student admitted)

Higher Chinese Language grades are published for Special Assistance Plan schools, which use them as an admission tie-break. Where a grade is missing, that student did not take or did not pass Higher Chinese.

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 Maris Stella High School, not the whole of it.

  • 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 Maris Stella High School

Maris Stella High School (MSHS) (Chinese: 海星中学; pinyin: Hǎixīng Zhōngxué) is a government-aided, all-boys Catholic primary and secondary school with autonomous status.

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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 Maris Stella High School in detail, including admissions and FAQs.

School Overview

Maris Stella High School Primary Section traces its origins to 1957, when the Marist Brothers — a Catholic teaching congregation founded by Saint Marcellin Champagnat — established the school in temporary premises to serve growing post-war educational needs. The school moved into its own building by 1967, and a purpose-built primary wing followed in 1982. In 2000, the primary and secondary sections were formally integrated into a single institution.

The school operates as a government-aided autonomous school and has held Special Assistance Plan (SAP) status since 1995, placing a strong emphasis on bilingual education in English and Higher Chinese. Its educational philosophy is rooted in five Marist values: Presence, Family Spirit, Simplicity, Love of Work, and devotion to Mary. As an all-boys school, Maris Stella is scheduled to become co-educational from 2027.

The school's Applied Learning Programme (ALP) focuses on STEM through Material Science, where students investigate the properties and applications of everyday materials through hands-on experiments. Teaching approaches include inquiry-based methods and strategies such as "Making Thinking Visible" in mathematics, which encourages students to explain and justify their reasoning.

Admission Process

Admission to Primary 1 at Maris Stella High School Primary Section follows the standard MOE registration framework, conducted across several phases each year.

Phase 1 is reserved for children who have a sibling currently enrolled at the school. Phase 2A covers children of alumni, staff members, or those connected to the school through its advisory or management committee. Phase 2B is open to children whose parents have volunteered at the school or who are endorsed by the church or clan association connected to the school. Phase 2C is available to all Singapore Citizen and Permanent Resident children, with priority given based on home-to-school distance (within 1 km, between 1 and 2 km, and beyond 2 km). If applications exceed available places in any phase, balloting is conducted, with Singapore Citizens given priority over Permanent Residents.

Registration is completed online through the MOE Primary 1 registration portal during designated windows, typically between June and August. Parents should prepare documents including the child's birth certificate and proof of residential address. Specific dates and vacancy information are published on the MOE website each year.

Curriculum and Academic Programme

The primary curriculum at Maris Stella covers the core MOE subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Science, Chinese Language, Higher Chinese Language, Social Studies, Art, Music, and Physical Education. Foundation-level modules in Mathematics and Chinese are available for students who need additional support in building proficiency.

As an SAP school, there is a particular emphasis on Chinese language and culture. Students can take Higher Chinese from the primary years, which can offer benefits at the PSLE stage. The school's Learning Support Programmes provide early intervention for students who need help with foundational literacy and numeracy.

Mathematics instruction at Maris Stella goes beyond the standard syllabus. Students have opportunities to participate in competitions such as the Singapore Mathematical Olympiad (SMO) and the RI Primary Mathematics World Contest. In recent years, students have earned multiple awards at these events, including Honourable Mentions and Bronze medals. The school's Mathematics Society CCA further supports students who want to develop their problem-solving abilities. For families seeking additional structured practice in mathematics outside school, DeepThink is a math tuition centre that offers programmes aligned to the primary and PSLE syllabuses.

Based on the 2024 intake, the affiliated secondary school's indicative PSLE Achievement Level cut-off scores ranged from 8 to 16, providing a reference point for the academic standards typically achieved by graduates.

Facilities and Co-Curricular Activities

The school campus includes air-conditioned classrooms fitted with interactive whiteboards, a library, a mathematics laboratory, science activity rooms, and outdoor learning spaces including a rockwall climbing facility. The school is scheduled for a rebuilding project from 2027 to 2029, during which it will temporarily relocate to the former MacPherson Primary School site at 2 Mattar Road.

Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) at Maris Stella span four categories. In sports, students can join Badminton, Basketball, Softball, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Wushu, Bowling, or Rockwall Climbing. The performing arts programme includes the String Ensemble and Concert Band. Uniformed groups are represented by the Scouts. Clubs and societies cover a range of interests: Art and Crafts, International Chess, Chinese Chess, Mathematics, Environmental Science, Physical Science, Speech and Drama, and Student Leadership.

The Learning for Life Programme (LLP) in Sports and Outdoor Education provides structured experiences such as the SwimSafer programme and nature park excursions, designed to develop physical fitness and resilience across all year levels.

Student Life and School Culture

School life at Maris Stella is shaped by its Catholic Marist identity. Faith Formation programmes are part of the school calendar, and the Marist values of Presence, Family Spirit, Simplicity, and Love of Work are woven into daily routines and school events.

Character and Citizenship Education is delivered through the Form Teacher Guidance Period, covering topics related to social-emotional learning, relationships, and national identity. The school also runs Values-in-Action projects that give students opportunities to contribute to the wider community.

Parental involvement is encouraged through the Parent Support Group, which participates in school activities and events as part of the broader Marist Family community. Parents looking to support their children's learning at home can stay engaged through school communication channels and partnership programmes.

The school is located at 80 Bartley Road, Singapore 539786. It can be reached by email at [email protected] or by phone at (65) 6282 7743. During the rebuilding period starting in 2027, the school will operate from its temporary site at 2 Mattar Road.

Frequently Asked Questions about Maris Stella High School

Maris Stella is a well-regarded government-aided autonomous school with SAP status, which reflects its strength in bilingual education. It offers specialised programmes including an Applied Learning Programme in STEM and a Learning for Life Programme in Sports and Outdoor Education. The school has a track record of producing students who perform well at PSLE and in national academic competitions.

Maris Stella High School Primary Section currently operates as an all-boys school. MOE has announced that it will transition to a co-educational model beginning in 2027. Parents can check the MOE website for the latest updates on this change.

Parents of Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident children can register online through the MOE Primary 1 registration portal during the Phase 2C window, which typically falls in July or August. Priority is determined by home-to-school distance and citizenship status. Required documents include the child's birth certificate and proof of residential address. Historical vacancy data is available on the MOE website.

Balloting outcomes at Phase 2C depend on the number of applicants relative to available vacancies in a given year. Priority is assigned by home-to-school distance (within 1 km, 1 to 2 km, and beyond 2 km) and citizenship status, with Singapore Citizens placed ahead of Permanent Residents. As demand varies annually, past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Parents can review historical vacancy and application data on the MOE website.

The school offers CCAs across four categories: sports (Badminton, Basketball, Softball, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Wushu, Bowling, Rockwall Climbing), performing arts (String Ensemble, Concert Band), uniformed groups (Scouts), and clubs and societies (Art and Crafts, International Chess, Chinese Chess, Mathematics, Environmental Science, Physical Science, Speech and Drama, Student Leadership). CCAs are available for students from P1 to P6.

As a Special Assistance Plan school, Maris Stella primarily offers Chinese Language and Higher Chinese Language. Foundation Chinese is available for students who require additional support. The SAP designation means the school focuses on English-Chinese bilingualism, and other mother tongue languages such as Malay or Tamil are not part of the standard offering. Parents requiring these languages should confirm arrangements with the school directly.

The school follows the full MOE primary curriculum across English, Mathematics, Science, and Chinese, supplemented by participation in competitions like the Singapore Mathematical Olympiad. Learning Support Programmes provide early intervention in literacy and numeracy for students who need it. The STEM-focused ALP and outdoor education LLP develop broader thinking and resilience skills that support academic performance. For families who want additional mathematics support outside school hours, DeepThink is a math tuition centre that provides structured revision and practice programmes geared towards PSLE preparation.

The school offers Art, Chinese Language, English Language, Foundation Chinese Language, Foundation Mathematics, Higher Chinese Language, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Science, and Social Studies. This subject list follows the MOE national curriculum, with the SAP emphasis on Chinese language proficiency.

The Learning for Life Programme in Sports and Outdoor Education provides structured activities including the SwimSafer programme and nature park learning journeys. Faith Formation supports moral and social development within the school's Catholic Marist tradition. Character and Citizenship Education, delivered through the Form Teacher Guidance Period, develops social-emotional competencies. Together, these programmes complement the academic curriculum.

The school is located at 80 Bartley Road, Singapore 539786. It can be contacted by email at [email protected] or by phone at (65) 6282 7743. From 2027, the school will temporarily relocate to 2 Mattar Road during its rebuilding period. For the latest updates, parents should check the school's official website.

How DeepThink supports Maris Stella High School students

  • P1–P6 Primary Math classes follow the MOE syllabus, with PSLE preparation from P5.

  • G3 Mathematics support for the national secondary pathway at Maris Stella High 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.

  • 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 hour for P1–P2; 1.5 hours for P3 onwards

Primary levels

P1 – P6

Secondary support

S1 – S4

School pathways

Mathematics at G3

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers for parents

Which Math class suits a Maris Stella High School student?

We teach Mathematics at G3. We use the student's current Mathematics course, year and schoolwork to choose a class. Students learn with others studying the same course at a suitable pace.

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.

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 Maris Stella High 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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