Direct School Admission
Discover the DSA talent areas offered and the programmes available to students at Bukit View Secondary School.
BVSS Direct School Admission (DSA) 2026
For Admission to Secondary 1 in 2027
Introduction
The DSA-Sec Exercise was introduced by the Ministry of Education in 2004. It seeks to promote holistic education and provide students an opportunity to demonstrate a more diverse range of achievements and talents in seeking admission to a secondary school.
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.
The Bukit View Secondary School (BVSS) DSA Exercise 2026 invites students in Primary 6 or equivalent (for overseas students) in 2026 with exceptional leadership, talent and/or interest in the following talent areas to apply for direct entry to the Secondary 1 Cohort of 2027.
Students who are successfully admitted to BVSS via DSA are expected to honour their commitment to the school by participating in the activities related to the talent they are selected for.
BVSS DSA-Sec Talent Areas
Leadership and Uniformed Groups
(Click on each talent area to view details)
Leadership
Leadership Programme
Students will be equipped with leadership skills, competencies and knowledge.
They will be developed to serve as student leaders (Student Leader Council / CCA Leader) and be given opportunities and platforms to apply their leadership skills.
Students may also be selected as ambassadors to represent the school during:
School Open House
Sec 1 Orientation
Student Environmental Leadership Conference
For more information, please refer to the Student Leadership webpage.
Performing Arts
(Click on each talent area to view details)
Choir
Students will learn how to use their voice for singing, projection and presentation effectively.There will be an emphasis on articulation, pronunciation and clarity of sound. Listening and ensemble-ship skills will be honed.
As the Choir is a group activity, it is important for members to listen, respond and adapt their singing to achieve an overall blended sound.
Students will be given opportunities to express themselves through singing songs from different time periods and genres ranging from Renaissance music to Contemporary Pop.
Students will perform in school for various school-based events, attend performances put up by notable local or international choirs, sing at public venues such as The Arts House or other performance venues, and take part in Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation for Choir bi-annually.There are bi-annual plans for the Choir to travel overseas for international exchanges, when the opportunity arises.
For more information, please refer to the CCA Webpage.
Concert Band
Students will be given opportunities to perform in public concerts and the Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation.
They will also be given opportunities to hone their leadership and organization skills through weekly practices and engaging activities.
In school, students get to showcase their musical talent during events like Chinese New Year celebrations, National Day Parade and Teacher’s Day celebrations.
For more information, please refer to the CCA Webpage.
English Drama
Students will learn a variety of acting, direction and stage management skills.
They will have opportunities to apply what they have learnt and be part of drama performances for school events and external competitions as well as representing the school in the Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation.
As the Drama Club is the 2nd Tier of the school’s Learning for Life Programme (LLP), students will be given opportunities to participate in events like learning journeys to theatres and attending Drama Careers Fair organised by institutions of higher learning.
Drama Club students will also have the opportunity to participate in collaborative workshops or performances with other schools that offer Drama LLP.
For more information, please refer to the CCA webpage.
Modern Dance
Modern Dance
Students will be trained in techniques associated with various dance genres.
They will have the opportunity to perform at school events such as the Chinese New Year concert, school National Day celebrations, Teachers’ Day, Open House, Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation and competitions.
There will also be opportunities for students to hone their leadership skills and further their passion in the arts through immersion programmes and workshops with various institutions.
For more information, please refer to the CCA webpage.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
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Aerospace and Aviation
Students will have opportunities to join the Singapore Youth Flying Club and experience a range of aviation related activities, such as:
Attending lectures to improve aviation knowledge
Experiencing joyrides on various RSAF aircraft under the Flight Experience Program (FEP)
Building and flying of model aircraft
They will also have opportunities to represent the school in aviation and aerospace competitions such as Singapore Amazing Flying Machine Competition (SAFMC), Aerobot Challenge, and other competitions.
For more information, please refer to the CCA Webpage.
Coding
Students will learn computational thinking skills using different programming languages including Swift Playgrounds, Figma UI/UX & Vibe Coding, Scratch, and Microsoft MakeCode.
They will also learn to harness the power of the micro:bit by working with accelerometers, temperature sensors, LEDs, and other components.
Students will have the opportunities to represent the school in various competitions like Young Technoprenur Challenge, National Youth Tech Championship and International Junior Informatics Olympiad.
For more information, please refer to the CCA Webpage .
Environmental Science
Students will learn to be environmentally conscious and be aware of issues like sustainability and conservation.
Their learning will be supported by the school’s outdoor learning facilities such as the Eco Garden and Smart Centre.
Students will learn to conduct a biodiversity audit in the school and develop their capacities as Environmental Ambassadors.
They will also be able to conduct Eco Trails for other schools’ students and visitors and be exposed to environmental projects organised by external agencies.
For more information, please refer to the CCA Webpage.
Sports and Games
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Badminton (Boys)
Students will have the opportunity to develop their skills, pursue their sporting ambitions and grow as well-rounded individuals.
Through structured weekly training sessions led by experienced coaches and dedicated teachers, students will refine their technical abilities, tactical awareness, and physical fitness.
Students will also have the opportunity to represent the school in the annual National School Games (NSG).
For more information, please refer to the CCA Webpage.
Floorball
Students will develop holistically in the areas of teamwork, discipline, and resilience through training sessions, friendlies and competitions during weekly CCA training sessions.
They will gain opportunities to represent their school and participate in inter-school tournaments such as the annual National School Games (NSG).
Students will also be able to develop their leadership skills through various platforms including planning for termly bonding sessions.
For more information, please refer to the CCA webpage.
Table Tennis
Students will have the opportunity to hone their table tennis skills under experienced teachers and instructors.
They will be developed holistically in the areas of leadership, sportsmanship and teamwork.
Students will also represent the school in the annual National School Games (NSG) Table Tennis Championship.
For more information, please refer to the CCA Webpage.
Track and Field
Students will have the opportunity to build a strong foundation in fitness with running and jumping.
The programme helps students to foster self-confidence and develop life skills such as discipline, teamwork and sportsmanship.
Selected students will also represent the school in the annual National School Games (NSG) Track & Field Championship.
For more information, please refer to the CCA Webpage.
Volleyball (Girls)
Students will have a holistic experience through the training program, focusing not just on knowledge and skills acquisition of the sport at a higher level, but also in the areas of character building, leadership and teamwork.
They will be able to enhance their repertoire of skills during training and have the opportunity to participate in friendly matches and National School Games (NSG) competitions.
For more information, please refer to the CCA webpage.
