Frequently Asked Questions

General

1. My child has been posted to Crescent Girls’ School. How can I receive the relevant information required to prepare for the first day of school?
Detailed information about the orientation programme will be sent to all parents via Parents’ Gateway (PG) from 22^nd December (Monday). Other key information, e.g., purchase of books and uniforms, can be accessed via our school website under Sec 1 Registration 2026.

2. What are the reporting arrangements for the first day of school?
Students are to assemble at the Parade Square between 7.05 a.m. and 7.20 a.m. on Friday, 2 January 2026. Students will be led to the Auditorium by their Form Teachers and Student Leaders, where they will be welcomed by the rest of the Crescentian family.

3. What should my child wear and bring for the first day of school?
Students are to report in school blouse and skirt on Friday, 2 January 2026. The attire for subsequent sessions is detailed in the 2026 Sec 1 Orientation Programme. Students should also bring writing materials and come prepared with lots of enthusiasm.

4. How can I purchase school resources and uniforms?
For information related to the purchase of books, uniforms, and other materials, please access the relevant information via our school website under About CGS -> Supplier

5. How do I know if I have been offered the chance to do the subject at a more demanding level (MDL)? How will I be able to view and make the choices with my child?
The MDL offers will be sent to the parents of relevant students from 22^nd December. The deadline to respond is by Wednesday, 24 December 2025, 12.00pm.

For more information on FSBB, please refer to the next section “Full Subject-Based Banding (Full SBB) for Secondary 1 Parents”.

 *If urgent information is required, please contact the school’s General Office at 6475 8711.

6. What if I have more questions?

If you have further questions or wish to find out more about Crescent, you can start a conversation with our chatbot here and get the information that you require.

Full Subject-Based Banding (Full SBB) for Secondary 1 Parents

1. What is Full SBB?
Full SBB allows students to take each subject at a level that matches their strengths, interests, and learning needs. It moves away from fixed streams and offers greater flexibility in subject choices.

2. How are students placed in Secondary 1?
Students are posted to Secondary 1 through three Posting Groups (PG1, PG2, PG3), based on their PSLE scores. Posting Groups help guide initial subject levels but do not define a student’s identity or future pathways.

3. What are subject levels (G1, G2, G3)?
Subjects are offered at three levels:

• G1 (mapped from N(T))

• G2 (mapped from N(A))

• G3 (mapped from Express)

Students can take different subjects at different levels according to their abilities.

4. Can my child take subjects at a more demanding level?
Yes. If eligible, students can offer English, Mother Tongue, Mathematics, and Science at a higher level from Secondary 1. Humanities subjects can be taken at a higher level from Secondary 2 onwards as students will need time to adapt to the rigour of these new subjects.

5. How does subject level flexibility work?
Students may adjust their subject levels during their secondary school journey, based on school-based results and teacher recommendations. The school will reach out to parents should students be eligible for subjects at a more demanding level.

6. What are mixed form classes? What does it look like in Crescent Girls’ School?
Students are placed in mixed form classes in lower secondary, giving them opportunities to interact with peers of different strengths and backgrounds.

7. What are the common curriculum subjects?
All students take six common subjects with their form class: Art, Design & Technology, Food & Consumer Education, Music, Physical Education, and Character & Citizenship Education. In CGS, students will also take Lower Secondary Computer Education Programme (LSCEP) as a common curriculum subject to develop strong digital literacy and future-ready skills.

8. What happens after Secondary 1?
Students generally progress to Secondary 2. The school will determine suitable subjects and levels for each student.

9. What are the post-secondary pathways?
Students can access a range of post-secondary options (ITE, Polytechnic, Millennia Institute, Junior College) depending on their subject levels and results. Admission criteria have been updated to recognise different subject combinations.

10. How can I support my child?

• Learn about your child’s strengths and interests.

• Encourage open discussions about education and career options.

• Affirm their efforts and choices.

• Familiarise yourself with post-secondary pathways.

• Empathise with their challenges and support their wellbeing.

12. Where can I find more resources?

• Full SBB Microsite: https://go.gov.sg/moe-fsbb

• ECG Tips for Parents: https://go.gov.sg/tips-for-parents

• MOE Explainer Videos: https://go.gov.sg/moe-fsbb-explainer

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