FAQs

The IP is a six-year pathway that bypasses the O-Levels and leads to Victoria Junior College. The SEC track is a four-year pathway leading to O-Level exams. The IP allows more space for critical thinking and self-directed learning compared to the SEC programme. 

Both O-Level and IP are equally rigorous, designed for different learning styles. Some students may be invited to consider a change of track at the end of Lower Secondary, based on academic performance and learning disposition.

Yes. The IP students are well-prepared for the A-Levels through focus on critical thinking, research skills, and self-directed learning.

We offer academic support, counseling, and workshops. If necessary, students may transfer to the SEC track for a more structured way of learning. 

Currently, our cohort is evenly split.

Cedar typically has 8 in Lower Secondary, with class sizes ranging from 36 to 38 students.  In Upper Secondary, there may be more classes, with sizes ranging around 30+ students depending on subject combinations. 

Lessons typically run from 7.40 am to 3.40 pm, with occasional early dismissals. Thursdays may include late reporting or Home-based Learning (HBL) days, held every fortnight.

Cedar does not have affiliated Junior Colleges. However, IP students may transition to VJC after successfully completing the IP programme.

We offer both 7 and 8 subject combinations to provide students with a choice of workload and to pursue their passion and interests. These combinations support their interest in humanities and/or science, and opportunities to pursue their interest through the Talent Development Programme.

Cedar does not offer MEP or AEP in-house.

Yes, students who meet criteria may apply to study a third language, such as French, German, Japanese, or Arabic. They may also apply to study the Malay Special Programme or Chinese Special Programme.

You may find out more about our Talent Development programmes here: https://growwithcedar.educate.sg/learn-at-cedar

No, we also offer Mother Tongue. However, Higher Mother Tongue is compulsory for IP students.

Yes.

You may refer to the full list of our current CCAs here: https://growwithcedar.educate.sg/play-at-cedar

Allocation of students to CCAs takes into consideration students’ interests, aptitudes and the availability of vacancies. For certain CCAs, trials or auditions may be conducted to determine students’ suitability. The school is committed to ensure a fair and balanced allocation that supports the holistic development of every student.

Students may request to switch CCAs, subject to the school’s approval, suitability, and availability of vacancies. Such requests are carefully considered to ensure commitment and support students’ holistic development.

CCAs are typically conducted three times a week from 3.50pm to 6.00pm.

Currently we have 8 canteen vendors offering a variety of food, including 2 stalls that offer Halal options and 1 vegetarian food stall.

Our students typically have a 40-minute recess, as well as a 40-minute lunch break.

The school works closely with our canteen vendors to ensure that the food they serve align with the Healthy Meals in Schools Programme requirements.

We have a support programme that suits students of different abilities. This includes the Guidance Programme, teacher consultations and peer tutoring programme.

Character-building is central to Cedar’s mission, with opportunities for students to apply values like honesty and perseverance through community involvement and leadership roles.