Direct School Admission
Find out how to apply for Zhenghua Secondary's 2026 DSA exercise, open to Primary 6 students with talents in STEM, Leadership, Dance, or Volleyball.
Direct School Admission
In Zhenghua Secondary, we envision every student in the school to be Dynamic Learners, Exemplary Leaders and Thoughtful Contributors. We create ample opportunities for our students to develop their leadership competencies and take on leadership roles through CCA and other school signature programmes. Students who join us through DSA will have the opportunities to further develop their talent areas under the guidance of our dedicated teachers, experienced instructors, and enjoy the camaraderie of committed peers. Prospective students can also look forward to representing the school in competitions, performances and overseas trips.
Talent areas offered
Zhenghua Secondary welcomes promising Primary 6 students with strong leadership attributes and of exemplary conduct to participate in the school’s 2026 Direct School Admission (DSA) exercise for admission to the 2027 Secondary One intake.
Zhenghua will be offering DSA places for boys and girls in the following talent areas:
DSA talent areas offered at Zhenghua Secondary by category and eligibility
DSA Main Category | DSA Talent Area | Nature |
|---|---|---|
*NEW* | STEM | Boys, Girls |
Leadership and Uniformed Groups | Leadership | Boys, Girls |
Performing Arts | Dance – Malay | Boys, Girls |
Performing Arts | Dance – Modern/Contemporary | Boys, Girls |
Sports and Games | Volleyball | Boys, Girls |
DSA Selection Criteria and Process
In general, we are looking for students who are passionate, positive and have the potential to excel in their respective talent areas to join the school.
DSA selection criteria and process by talent area
Talent Areas | CCA | Selection Criteria | Selection Process |
|---|---|---|---|
*NEW* | Infocomm Club or NCC (Air) | Applicants should demonstrate all or some of the following in their respective talent areas, | Every shortlisted applicant will have to complete a performance task in the selected talent area and go through an interview. |
Leadership – Student Council | Students will be given a choice to select their CCA. | Applicants should demonstrate all or some of the following in their respective talent areas, | Every shortlisted applicant will have to complete a performance task in the selected talent area and go through an interview. |
Dance – Malay Dance - Modern / Contemporary | Dance | Applicants should demonstrate all or some of the following in their respective talent areas, | Every shortlisted applicant will have to complete a performance task in the selected talent area and go through an interview. |
Volleyball | Volleyball | Applicants should demonstrate all or some of the following in their respective talent areas, | Every shortlisted applicant will have to complete a performance task in the selected talent area and go through an interview. |
Please note that meeting all the criteria does not guarantee the student will be shortlisted / given an offer.
Applicants who do not have prior experience may also apply. The school will assess applicants based on the selection criteria, which may include assessing the potential of the applicants.
DSA-Sec Application Process:
Application for DSA-Sec can be submitted through the online DSA-Sec Portal. The application is free-of-charge and will be open from 6 May 2026, 11am to 2 June 2026, 4.30pm.
For more details, please refer to MOE website – https://www.moe.gov.sg/dsa-sec (opens in new tab).
Below is the brief timeline for the whole application process.
DSA-Sec application process timeline for 2026
Period | Application Process |
|---|---|
Jan to May 2026 | Parents and students explore preferred schools for DSA. |
Wednesday, 6 May 2026 to Tuesday 2 June 2026 | Submission of your child's application online through the DSA-Sec Portal by 4.30pm on Tuesday, 2 June 2026. |
By Friday, 17 July 2026 | Students will be notified by this date if they are shortlisted. |
18 July 2026 to 28 August 2026 | Shortlisted students are required to attend interviews, auditions or trials conducted by the school. |
17 August 2026 to 28 August 2026 | All students will be informed of the outcome of their application by these dates. |
19 October 2026 to 23 October 2026 | Students with a confirmed offer or on a wait list will be able to submit up to 3 school choices in order of preference via the DSA-Sec portal by 4.30pm on Friday, 23 October 2026. |
Late Nov | Applicants will receive school allocation along with PSLE results. |
Parents and students are encouraged to choose schools wisely based on the student’s aptitudes and strengths, bearing in mind the schools’ academic and non-academic requirements, and the programmes available to develop the area of talent.
Students who are successfully admitted to the school via DSA are required to honour their commitment to the school and participate in the activities related to the talent they are selected for from year one to four.
For enquiries and clarifications, please contact the following personnel,
Mr Robin Goh Jin Quan, HOD PE & CCA | robin_goh@schools.gov.sg
Photos for the different talent areas:
Infocomm Club students in action
NCC (AIR) students in action
Launch of a student-led initiative during assembly by Student Leaders
Malay Dance
Modern / Contemporary Dance
Volleyball Boys Team
Volleyball Girls Team
Volleyball Girls Team in action
Volleyball practice session