Sec 1 Registration Info for 2025 Sec 1 Students and Parents
A warm welcome to Serangoon Garden Secondary School!
To prepare for the start of your Secondary School journey with us, please review this info-pack and complete an online registration form (refer to Section B) to be filled by you/your child.
Below is a summary of the different sections covered in the following pages:
Section A - Online Briefing and Interaction with School Leaders and Key Personnel
Section B - Online Registration Form
Section C - Purchase of Books for Sec 1
Section D - Purchase of Uniform for Sec 1
Section E - Books and Uniform for approved Sec 1 FAS
Section F - Personalised Digital Learning Programme (PDLP)
Section G - Eligibility for Subject-Based Banding (applicable only for students whose indicative level for most subjects at the start of Sec 1 is G1 or G2)
Section H - 2025 Sec 1 Orientation Programme
Section I - 2025 Sec 1 CCA Open House and Engagement Session with Parents
Section J - School Attire and General Appearance
Section A: Online Briefing and Interaction with School Leaders and Key Personnel
Date: Thursday, 19 Dec 2024 (Sec 1 Registration Day)
Time: 0900h – 1000h
Mode: Via ZOOM
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Timing |
Programme |
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0900 – 0915 |
Welcome by School Leaders and Principal’s Address |
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0915 – 0945 |
Briefing a) Registration Matters (Purchase of uniform, PE attire and books) b) School Attire and General Appearance of SGSians c) Orientation Programme for Sec 1 |
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0945 – 1000 |
Question and Answer Session |
Note: Parents/guardians of 2025 Sec 1 students will be automatically onboarded to Parents Gateway and login details for the zoom meeting will be sent by 5pm on Wednesday, 18 December 2024.
Section B: Online Registration Form
As part of the Sec 1 Registration process, we kindly request parents/guardians to take some time to complete this form by Thursday, 19 December 2024. This will enable us to get to know your child/ward better.
Section C: Purchase of Books for Sec 1
Our books and stationery are supplied by Casco Educational Supply Pte Ltd. Please click here for the booklist.
There are two methods to make book purchases:
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Method |
Mode |
Start and Cut-off Date |
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1: Online Purchase |
Order via https://cascoedusupply.com.sg/ |
Wed, 18 Dec, 9 am - Wed, 25 Dec, 11.59 pm Delivery by 8 Jan 2025 |
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2: Purchase from Bookshop @ School Canteen Tel: 6282 2688 |
Via appointment booking for a slot (18 Dec – 30 Dec) |
Wed, 18 Dec, 9 am - Mon, 30 Dec, 3 pm |
Please adhere to your scheduled appointment time. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please note that online orders (Method 1) may take up to Wed, 8 January 2025 for delivery. Students affected by this delay will be excused from bringing their books to school until then.
Section D: Purchase of Uniform for Sec 1
Our school uniform and PE attire are supplied by Jeep Sing. On typical school-days, our students are to wear either the First or Second Uniform as illustrated in the photos above. PE attire is to be worn only during PE lessons.
It is recommended to buy at least 2 shirts or blouses, 3 shorts or skirts and 2 sets of PE attire.
There are three methods to make uniform purchases:
Method 1: Purchase at Serangoon Garden Secondary School
Please book your appointment via the link below. Parents who have booked an appointment to visit the school may visit both the uniform shop and school bookshop during their appointment slot (*Note that last day to purchase uniforms in school is 27 Dec).
Methods 2 and 3: Purchase directly with Jeep Sing, our uniform supplier
Please
refer to the steps below:
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Type |
Instructions |
Start and Cut-off Date |
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Method 1: SGS Classroom E02-01 & E02-02 |
Appointment booking for 18 – 27 Dec |
Wed, 18 Dec - Fri, 27 Dec 9 am – 3 pm (Lunch break is from 12 noon to 1 pm) |
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Method 2: Jeep Sing Blk 4012 Ang Mo Kio Ave 10, #01-09 Techplace 1 Singapore 569628 |
Appointment booking https://jeepsinguniform.com/pages/appointment-booking (Prior booking is required before going down to Jeep Sing Retail outlet)
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From 1 Nov 2024 onwards except 19, 20 and 21 Dec. Mon to Fri, 10am to 6pm (Lunch break is from 1 – 2 pm.) Sat, 10am to 2pm Closed on Sun & PH |
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Method 3: Online |
Purchase online via https://jeepsinguniform.com/collections/serangoon-gardens-secondary |
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Please click here for a one-page instruction for purchase of uniforms.
Exchange/Purchase of Uniforms in January 2025
If you require an exchange and/or additional purchase of uniforms in January 2025, the uniform supplier will operate in school on the following dates:
Date: 3 Jan, 9 Jan, 14 Jan from 2 pm to 4 pm
Venue: Located in Canteen (beside school bookshop)
Guidelines for School Socks and Shoes
Students are required to wear either white or black socks.
There are two options for shoes
i. White/black canvas school shoes or
ii. Sports shoes which are all white, black, blue or grey, or a combination of these colours.
There should be no neon colour on any part of the shoes and no fanciful logos or designs.
Samples are shown below:
Section E: Books and Uniform for approved Sec 1 FAS
Sec 1 FAS approved by their Primary Schools
Parent(s)/Guardians of Sec 1 students whose MOE Financial Assistance Scheme (MOEFAS) applications have been approved by their Primary Schools are to make an appointment to collect their books and uniform on-site in Serangoon Garden Secondary School via the appointment link below.
On the day of your appointment, please go to the General Office to collect your MOEFAS approval letter before making your way to the bookshop or uniform shop for collection. Please do not purchase the books and/or uniforms before collecting the MOEFAS approval letter.
Appointment booking for 19 Dec - 30 Dec* - https://go.gov.sg/2024sgs18-30dec
* Appointment for 30 Dec is only for the school bookshop and not for the uniform shop
New MOEFAS applicants / Applicants for School-based FAS
If you wish to apply for Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS), please go to https://go.gov.sg/moe-efas to submit your FAS application with the required supporting documents. Alternatively, you may submit hardcopy documents to our General Office.
You will be informed of the application outcome once the application has been processed.
Section F: Personalised Digital Learning Programme (PDLP)
The use of the Personal Learning Devices (PLD) for teaching and learning aims to enhance digital literacy skills and foster self-directed and collaborative learning in our students. It is essential for all students to bring their PLD to school daily for their lessons.
The school will provide more details to parents in mid-Jan 2025, on the process to purchase a PLD for their children. In the meanwhile, please refer to the resource here for more information about the purchase of PLD.
Section G: Eligibility to Take Subject(s) at a More Demanding Level under Full Subject-Based Banding (applicable only for students whose indicative level for most subjects at the start of Sec 1 is G1 or G2)
Students may choose to offer English Language, Mother Tongue Language, Mathematics, and Science at a more demanding level at the start of Secondary 1 if they meet the eligibility criteria.
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Eligibility criteria for English Language, Mathematics, Science, Mother Tongue Language at a More Demanding Level |
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Indicative Level for most subjects |
PSLE Standard grade |
PSLE Foundation grade |
Option to offer subject at |
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G2 |
AL 5 or better |
- |
G3 |
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G1 |
AL 5 or better |
- |
G2 / G3 |
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AL 6 |
AL A |
G2 |
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Parents/Guardians of eligible students will be notified via Parents Gateway (PG) or email (for those not onboarded to PG) by Thursday, 19 December 2024. Parents can accept the offer by giving consent via PG or by returning the signed form via email by Tuesday, 24 December 2024. Please take care to order/purchase the learning materials for the corresponding subject level (i.e. G3 or G2) your child will be studying.
You can refer to more information about Full Subject-Based Banding here.
Section H: 2025 Sec 1 Orientation Programme
Reporting & Dismissal Times during Orientation Programme
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Orientation Programme |
Thu, 2 Jan |
Fri, 3 Jan |
Mon, 6 Jan |
Tue, 7 Jan |
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Reporting venue |
Parade Square |
Hall |
Hall |
Classroom |
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Reporting time |
By 7.55 am |
By 7.55 am |
By 7.55 am |
By 7.55 am |
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Recess |
9.10 am (40 mins) |
9.30 am (40 mins) |
9.10 am (40 mins) |
9.10 am (40 mins) |
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Dismissal Time |
12.20 pm |
12.40 pm |
2 pm |
2 pm |
From Wednesday, 8 January onwards, usual dismissal time will be as follows:
a) Mondays: 2.50 pm
b) Tuesdays to Thursdays: 2 pm
c) Fridays: 12.40 pm
Sec 1 students would be informed of their form class and classroom venue by Friday, 27 December 2024, via Parents Gateway. They will also receive their timetable in the first week of school, and are not required to bring textbooks for Orientation Week. They are, however, required to bring stationery and water bottle daily.
All students are strongly encouraged to have breakfast before attending school each day. In addition to their meals at recess, students are allowed to consume a snack during class, between 9am - 9.10am,while lessons are ongoing. We recommend that students prepare a healthy snack such as a whole-meal sandwich, bun, fruits, nuts or a healthy snack bar. Sweets, chocolates and any form of chips/crackers are discouraged. Regarding drinks, only plain water may be consumed in class.
Section I: Sec 1 CCA Open House and Engagement Session with Parents
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Thursday, 9 January 2025 |
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Timing |
Event |
Details |
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3.00 pm to 4.45 pm |
CCA Open House for Sec 1 students |
Showcase of various CCAs in SGS so that Sec 1 students can make informed choices about their CCA. |
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4.45 pm to 5.30 pm |
CCA Open House for Sec 1 parents |
Parents are warmly invited to join their children in the event to better guide their children in the CCA selection process. |
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5.30 pm to 6.30 pm (Venue: School Hall) |
Engagement session with Sec 1 parents |
Parents are warmly invited to attend this event whereby important information will be shared by school leaders and heads of departments. Parents will learn about how to better support their children as they transit to secondary school, CCA participation, school-based assessment, and purchase of personal learning devices. Parents can also interact with form teachers. |
Section J: School Attire and General Appearance
Sec 1 students are to report in their First uniform (see Section D) on the first day of school.
Considering possible delivery delays for uniforms purchased online during the festive season, Sec 1 students may report to school in their Primary School uniform during the first two weeks of school.
For more information on school attire and general appearance, please refer to https://www.sgs.moe.edu.sg/students/Student-Handbook/School-Rules/
Thank you, and here’s wishing all our 2025 Sec 1 SGSians and families a wonderful new year ahead!