STEP is a holistic programme designed to help Indian students perform better in English, Mathematics and Science. Launched in 1992, STEP, complements the school curriculum and prepares students for school and landmark examinations.

A glance at Indian students’ performance in the landmark examinations in the last two decades reveal that the Indian pass rate in PSLE Maths has increased from 54 per cent in 1990, to 76 per cent in 2010. ‘O’ Level Maths pass rates also saw a rise of 12 per cent within the same period, while the ‘A’ Level pass rates improved by 15 per cent. While all of these indicate good progress, there is still room for more improvement for our students to attain better grades and national parity.

Extra care is taken by our principals, teachers and administrators to monitor the progress of each student at STEP. Since its inception, STEP has benefited countless students.

Parents, please bring along Photocopies of these documents for registration:

  • Parents NRIC & Students NRIC/BC
  • 2012 Final year results
  • Bank passbook

All the above documents are compulsory

For more information on STEP, please call 1800 295 4554.


TARGET
Primary and Secondary students

CRITERIA
Indian Singaporeans and Permanent Residents

START OF CLASSES
16 Jan 2013 till 31 Oct 2013

STEP TERM DATES:

Semester I
Wed 16 Jan – Fri 31 May 2013

STEP Holiday
Sat 16 Mar – Sun 24 Mar 2013
Sat 1 June – Sun 30 June 2013

Semester II
Mon 1 Jul – Mon 30 Sept 2013
(P6 & Sec 4NA)
Mon 1 Jul – Fri 31 Oct 2013
(all other classes)

STEP Holiday
Sat 7 Sept – Sun 15 Sept 2013

Level Subjects Key Features

  1. Small Class Size
  2. Qualified Teachers
  3. Holiday Programmes at Centre– (Enrichment / Academic / Motivational)
  4. Additional Subjects (subject to minimum numbers at the centre) (Students to pay the fees for the additional day.)
  5. Flexible Choice of Subjects
  6. SINDA tests are conducted
  7. Curriculum Materials
  8. E-learning
  9. Refreshments
  10. T shirts
  11. Target setting book
  12. Maths Enrichment for P1 – P3 classes
  13. Motivational talks for students and parents
  14. 2x Maths (Twice a week) – Students to pay the fees for the additional day.
Primary 1 & 2 English / Maths*
Primary 3-6
(Including P5 & P6 Foundation)
English / Maths* / Science
Secondary 1-2
(EXP & NA)
Maths* / General Science
Secondary 3-5
(EXP & NA)
Maths/ Combined Science (Phy/Chem)
Secondary 1-4 NT English / Maths

 

Why STEP?

Our STEP students are taught to balance studies with fun. Extra care is taken by our principals, teachers and administrators to monitor the progress of each student. The programme content is reviewed continuously and updated yearly to keep pace with current trends in teaching and learning practice. STEP has benefited countless students over the years. Here are some reasons for it being a success :

QUALITY

Focus & Flexibility

  • Our focus is on the core streaming subjects that an Indian student, in general, find most challenging
  • We offer flexibility to allow students to choose the subjects in which he/she needs most support

Curriculum

  • Focused teaching materials to meet the needs of students
  • Syllabus aligned to MOE teaching guidelines
  • Focus on teaching concepts to students to enable better understanding of mathematical problems, science experiments and enhance their skills in answering examination questions

Centre Personnel

  • All STEP Centre Principals have management experience in a day school
  • Most of our tutors are NIE trained teachers

Small Class Size

  • More focus and personalised attention
  • Minimum class size of 5
  • Emphasis on small group teaching

Assessment

  • Class tests/ exams are conducted to monitor students’ progress and achievements
  • Target setting to motivate students to fulfill the goals they set for themselves
  • Parent-tutor dialogue sessions are conducted to promote interaction and involvement with parents

Outcome

  • Students perform better overall in school and landmark examinations

ACCESSIBILITY

Location

  • STEP centres are located island-wide, bringing STEP closer to your home

Frequency

  • Classes are held 3 times a week depending on subject and level
  • Class are held on weekdays between 7.00pm and 9.00pm
  • STEP calendar accommodates the Day School Term, for every student’s convenience
  • Holiday classes are conducted at most Centres

AFFORDABILITY

Tuition Fee & Subsidies

  • Tuition fees are highly subsidised by SINDA
  • Please approach the Centre Principal for information on further subsidies or financial assistance.

And there’s more…

  • T-Shirts for all
  • Curriculum Materials for all students
  • Light refreshments for all students
  • Enrichment workshops to equip students with study skills, time and stress management techniques
  • Centre based prize presentation for students who show improvements at Centre examinations
  • Annual awards ceremony to recognize students who perform well at landmark examinations
  • Regular dialogue sessions between parents, tutors and SINDA officials to provide information and gain feedback

STEP CENTRES

No STEP Levels Address Postal Code Days Time
North
1 Bowen Secondary School (CTP) All Levels 2 Lorong Napiri 547529 Mon, Wed & Fri 7 – 9pm
2 First Toa Payoh Primary School All Levels 7 Lorong 8 Toa Payoh 319252 Mon, Wed & Fri 7 – 9pm
3 Marsiling Primary School (CTP) Primary & Secondary 1 & 2 NA/EXP/NT Only 31 Woodlands Centre Rd 738927 Mon, Wed & Fri 7 – 9pm
4 *Mayflower Secondary School (CTP) All Levels 2 Ang Mo Kio St.21 569384 Mon, Wed & Thurs 7 – 9pm
5 North View Secondary School (CTP) All Levels 530 Yishun Ring Rd 768680 Mon, Wed & Fri 7 – 9pm
6 Seng Kang Secondary School (CTP) All Levels 10 Compassvale Lane 545090 Mon, Tues & Fri 7 – 9pm
7 Woodlands Ring Secondary School (CTP) All Levels 10, Woodlands Ring Road 738239 Mon, Tues & Thurs 7 – 9pm
8 Yishun Primary School (CTP) All Levels 500 Yishun Ring Rd 768679 Mon, Wed & Fri 7 – 9pm
Central
9 Global Indian International Campus, Balestier Campus All Levels 51 Jalan Rajah, Balestier Road 329154 Mon, Wed & Fri 7 – 9pm
10 Henderson Secondary School (CTP) All Levels 100 Henderson Rd 159544 Mon, Wed & Fri 7 – 9pm
East
11 East View Secondary School All Levels 3 Tampines St 42 529177 Mon, Wed & Fri 7 – 9pm
12 Pasir Ris Primary Primary Only 5, Pasir Ris Street 21 518968 Mon, Tues & Thurs 7 – 9pm
13 Ping Yi Secondary School (CTP) All Levels 61 Chai Chee Street 468980 Mon, Wed & Fri 7 – 9pm
West
14 Chua Chu Kang Secondary School (CTP) All Levels 3 Teck Whye Crescent 688845 Mon, Wed & Fri 7 – 9pm
15 Clementi Primary School All Levels 8 Clementi Ave 3 129903 Mon, Wed & Fri 7 – 9pm
16 Fajar Secondary School (CTP) All Levels 31 Gangsa Road 678972 Tues, Thurs & Fri 7 – 9pm
17 Jurong West Secondary School (CTP) All Levels 61 Jurong West St 65 648348 Mon, Wed & Fri 7 – 9pm
18 Shuqun Primary School (CTP) All Levels 8 Jurong West St 51 649332 Mon, Wed & Fri 7 – 9pm
19 Pioneer Primary School (New) Primary Only 23 Jurong West St 81 649076 Wed & Sat 7-9pm & 8am – 12.30pm
20 Shuqun Secondary School (CTP) All Levels 450, Jurong East St 21 609604 Mon, Wed & Fri 7 – 9pm
*For non-Indian students who wish to enrol in STEP, please refer to the admission criteria.

For students, who may not be close to a SINDA STEP Centre, you may also enrol in one of the CDAC Tuition Centres or Mendaki Tuition Centres. Please find the links to the location of centres below:

CDAC Tuition Centres
Mendaki Tuition Centres

FEES

Level Subjects Monthly Fees
(Fees based on Relief Package until end of June 2013)
Cash/GIRO
Curriculum Fees
(one time payment)
Primary 1 & 2 English / Maths

$5 per subject




$5 per Subject
Primary 3-6
(Including P5 & P6 Foundation)
English / Maths / Science
Secondary 1-2
(EXP & NA)
Maths / General Science

$10 per subject
Secondary 3-5
(EXP & NA)
Maths / Combined Science (Phy/Chem)
Secondary 1-4 NT English / Maths
*For Indian Singaporeans and PR only
*For fee subsidies, refer to STEP Centre Principals for assistance