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Math Tuition for Queenstown Secondary School Students

Secondary Math support for Queenstown Secondary School students: Mathematics at G1, G2 or G3. Lessons match the student's course and learning pace.

Queenstown Secondary School (QTSS) is a co-educational government secondary school in Queenstown, Singapore. The school was founded in 2020. DeepThink supports Queenstown Secondary School students in Mathematics at G1, G2 or G3, with lessons matched to their current course.

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PSLE cut-off point for Queenstown Secondary School

MOE publishes the PSLE score of the first and the last student posted into each school at each posting group. Below are Queenstown 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
Posting Group 3
AL 15–22
Posting Group 2
AL 22–25
Posting Group 1
AL 26–30*

* 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 ↗

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 Queenstown Secondary School, not the whole of it.

About Queenstown Secondary School

Queenstown Secondary School (QTSS) is a co-educational government secondary school in Queenstown, Singapore. QTSS was one of the 28 schools selected by the Ministry of Education to start piloting aspects of Full Subject-Based Banding from 2020 onwards due to its ability to help students fulfil their potential. This includes reorganised form classes of varying academic abilities.

Founded: 2020

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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 Queenstown Secondary School in detail, including admissions and FAQs.

School Overview

Queenstown Secondary School (QTSS) was established in 1956 as Queenstown Secondary Technical School, originally an all-boys institution and one of Singapore's earliest technical schools. It was created to address the country's need for a technically skilled workforce during a period of economic growth. The school transitioned to co-education in 1971 and was renamed in 1993, evolving into a government secondary school with a broader educational mission. Today, QTSS operates a single-session format and enrols over 1,200 students in the Queenstown estate.

The school's motto is "Dare To Serve" (Berani Berkhidmat), and its core values are Resilience, Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence, collectively known as R2ISE. QTSS runs an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in Humanities with a focus on Environmental Sustainability, where students engage in projects such as community-based eco-initiatives. The school also offers a Learning for Life Programme (LLP) called QUEST for Social Sustainability, centred on Community Youth Leadership and developing service-oriented attitudes among students.

Admission Process

Entry to QTSS at Secondary 1 is primarily through the MOE Secondary 1 Posting Exercise, based on PSLE Achievement Level scores. Based on the 2024 intake, the indicative cut-off points for non-affiliated students were: Posting Group 3 (11-22), Posting Group 2 (21-25), and Posting Group 1 (26-29). QTSS is a non-affiliated school, so there are no priority admission bonuses from feeder primary schools.

The school also participates in Direct School Admission (DSA), with applications typically open from May to early June through the MOE DSA portal at no cost. DSA categories at QTSS include sports such as basketball and wushu, performing arts including choir and dance, and leadership. Students admitted through DSA are not assessed on PSLE scores for placement but must meet minimum eligibility requirements for their posting group.

QTSS implements Full Subject-Based Banding (SBB), which allows students to take individual subjects at different levels according to their strengths, rather than being fixed to a single stream. The school does not offer the Integrated Programme; students follow O-Level tracks with the flexibility provided by SBB.

Curriculum and Academic Programme

The academic programme at QTSS is structured around the GCE O-Level framework, with subjects offered across different levels under Full Subject-Based Banding. Core subjects include English Language, Elementary Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, the Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), and Humanities (Social Studies, Geography, History). Elective subjects such as Design and Technology, Nutrition and Food Science, and Principles of Accounts are also available. Mother Tongue Languages — Chinese, Malay, and Tamil — are offered with options for different syllabus levels.

In 2024, the school recorded its highest number of A* grades in Mother Tongue Languages at the O-Level examinations. Students also achieved a Silver award at the Singapore Junior Physics Olympiad along with two Honourable Mentions, and four Merit awards in the Chemistry Olympiad. Overall pass rates exceeded 90% in Elementary Mathematics and the Sciences.

The Applied Learning Programme in Environmental Sustainability integrates Humanities subjects with practical, real-world projects. This programme has been running since 2014, originally under the title "Minds for the Future — Cultivating the Disciplined and Synthesising Mind." For students looking to reinforce their Mathematics preparation alongside the school curriculum, DeepThink is a math tuition centre that offers structured support aligned to the O-Level syllabuses.

Facilities and Co-Curricular Activities

QTSS has undertaken upgrades to its learning spaces since 2022, with classrooms fitted with interactive technology, specialised science and computer laboratories, a library, and a sports complex with multipurpose courts. The school also has arts studios and eco-garden spaces that support its sustainability-focused programmes. Barrier-free accessibility and support for students with special educational needs are part of the campus design.

Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) are an integral part of student life at QTSS, with more than 20 options available. These are organised into four categories:

Sports and Games: Basketball (Boys and Girls), Football, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Wushu, and SP-CCA Athletics.

Performing Arts: Chinese Dance, Choir, Malay Dance, English Drama, and Concert Band. The Choir performed at the 2024 National Day celebrations.

Uniformed Groups: Girl Guides, NPCC, Red Cross Youth, Scouts, and NCC Land.

Clubs and Societies: Design and Innovation, Digital Media, Strategy Games, Robotics, and Environmental Club.

CCA participation supports DSA applications for incoming students and contributes to the school's emphasis on character development and leadership.

Student Life and School Culture

Daily school activities at QTSS begin at 7:30am, with a later start of 8:15am on Thursdays. The school runs a single session, and class sizes typically range from 30 to 40 students, with a teacher-to-student ratio of approximately 1:25.

Pastoral care at QTSS includes counselling services, resilience-building workshops, peer mediation, and values education aligned with MOE guidelines on student well-being. The school's culture is described by parents and students as inclusive and community-oriented, with a strong emphasis on care and mutual respect.

The QUEST for Social Sustainability programme, part of the LLP, provides structured opportunities for students to take on leadership roles and participate in community service projects. CCAs also serve as avenues for building friendships and developing personal interests outside the classroom.

For students transitioning from primary to secondary school, establishing consistent study routines, engaging early with SBB subject choices, and participating in CCAs can help with the adjustment to secondary school life.

Frequently Asked Questions about Queenstown Secondary School

QTSS is a government co-educational school that places emphasis on holistic education. It was among the schools selected to pilot Full Subject-Based Banding and runs distinctive programmes in Environmental Sustainability (ALP) and Community Youth Leadership (LLP). The school's core values of Resilience, Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence guide its approach to character development and 21st-century skills. Whether a school is the right fit depends on the individual student's needs and interests.

Yes. QTSS admits both boys and girls. It was originally established as an all-boys technical school in 1956 and became co-educational in 1971.

The Ministry of Education does not publish official rankings for secondary schools in Singapore. QTSS is recognised for its early adoption of Full Subject-Based Banding and its applied learning programmes in environmental sustainability and community leadership.

For the 2024 intake, the indicative PSLE score ranges for non-affiliated students were: Posting Group 3 (11-22), Posting Group 2 (21-25), and Posting Group 1 (26-29). These figures reflect the score of the last student admitted and may shift from year to year depending on demand. The latest figures are available on the MOE SchoolFinder after each S1 posting exercise.

Subjects include English Language, Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Humanities (Social Studies, Geography, History, Literature in English), Art, Design and Technology, Nutrition and Food Science, Principles of Accounts, and Mother Tongue Languages (Chinese, Malay, Tamil) with options for Syllabus B and higher levels. Under Full Subject-Based Banding, students may take individual subjects at different levels based on their strengths.

CCAs span four categories. Sports include Basketball, Football, Table Tennis, Wushu, and Volleyball. Uniformed Groups include Girl Guides, NPCC, Red Cross Youth, Scouts, and NCC Land. Performing Arts groups include Choir, Chinese Dance, Malay Dance, English Drama, and Concert Band. Clubs and Societies include Design and Innovation, Digital Media, Strategy Games, and others focused on community leadership and sustainability.

As a government school, monthly fees for Singapore Citizens are approximately S$5. Permanent Residents pay around S$440, International Students from ASEAN countries approximately S$840, and non-ASEAN international students around S$1,600. These amounts include miscellaneous fees of about S$20. Current fee schedules can be verified through the MOE website.

The school is at 1 Strathmore Road, Singapore 148800. It can be reached by phone at 6474 1055 or by email at [email protected]. General operating hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 6:00pm.

No. QTSS is a non-affiliated school, which means there are no affiliation-based priority bonuses during the S1 posting exercise. All applicants are assessed based on their PSLE scores through the standard posting process.

The school operates from 7:00am to 6:00pm on weekdays. Curriculum hours for students typically run from 7:30am, with a later start of 8:15am on Thursdays. Specific class and CCA schedules can be confirmed directly with the school.

Full SBB allows students to take subjects at different levels — previously categorised as Express, Normal (Academic), and Normal (Technical) — based on their individual strengths. This means a student might study Mathematics at a more demanding level while taking another subject at a different level, supporting a more personalised learning experience.

QTSS was founded in 1956 as Queenstown Secondary Technical School, one of Singapore's first technical schools and originally all-boys. It relocated to Strathmore Avenue in 1957, became co-educational in 1971, and adopted its current name in 1993. The school marked its 60th anniversary in 2016 and has since developed applied learning and community-focused programmes.

Students apply through the MOE Secondary 1 Posting Exercise by listing school preferences based on their PSLE scores. Since QTSS is non-affiliated, there are no priority admission bonuses. Detailed instructions are available on the MOE website during the posting period.

The ALP at QTSS focuses on Humanities and Environmental Sustainability. Originally launched in 2014, the programme integrates real-world environmental projects into the curriculum, giving students hands-on experience with sustainability issues in their community.

The LLP, known as QUEST for Social Sustainability, is centred on Community Youth Leadership. It provides structured opportunities for students to develop leadership skills, participate in service initiatives, and build a sense of social responsibility.

The school's core values are Resilience, Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence, abbreviated as R2ISE. These values underpin the school's philosophy that every student has worth and potential, and they inform character education, community service, and daily school life.

DeepThink is a math tuition centre that provides structured programmes covering Elementary and Additional Mathematics at the O-Level standard. Students at QTSS who want additional practice or support in Mathematics outside of school hours may find these programmes useful for reinforcing concepts taught in the classroom.

How DeepThink supports Queenstown Secondary School students

  • G1, G2, G3 Mathematics support for the national secondary pathway at Queenstown Secondary School. Classes follow the student's actual Mathematics subject level.

  • We prepare students for the paper their year sits: O-Level or N-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

1.5 hours

Secondary support

S1 – S5

School pathways

Mathematics at G1, G2 or G3

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers for parents

Which Math class suits a Queenstown Secondary School student?

We teach Mathematics at G1, G2 or 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 Queenstown 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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