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The Admissions Exercise for International Students (AEIS) is a centralized entrance examination administered by Singapore’s Ministry of Education (MOE) for international students seeking admission into Singapore government primary and secondary schools.

The Supplementary Admissions Exercise for International Students (S-AEIS) serves as an alternative pathway for students who were unable to participate in the September AEIS, or who were unsuccessful in the main exercise.

📌 Important note:
The S-AEIS does not offer examinations for:

• Primary 5

• Secondary 3

The Ministry of Education (MOE), together with the Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board (SEAB), has officially released the 2026 S-AEIS application periods, examination dates, and application procedures. For families planning entry into Singapore government schools in 2026, these dates represent a critical planning milestone.

1. 2026 S-AEIS Application Periods (Official)

Primary Levels

Application period:
From 9:00am, Thursday, 8 January 2026
To 4:30pm, Wednesday, 14 January 2026

Secondary Levels

Application period:
From 9:00am, Friday, 9 January 2026
To 4:30pm, Thursday, 15 January 2026

All applications must be submitted online via the Candidates Portal (CP).
Once the quota for a particular level is filled, the application portal will be closed immediately.

Important Application Reminder

During the application window, Hanbridge Institute provides guidance and verification support for enrolled secondary students. However, due to high application volumes, parents are strongly advised to complete registration independently.

If parents request Hanbridge Institute’s assistance with submission, applications will be processed strictly based on the order of complete documentation received.
Please note that Hanbridge Institute does not bear responsibility for unsuccessful registrations caused by full capacity.

2. 2026 S-AEIS Test Schedule (Official)

Primary Levels

• Primary 2: Wednesday, 4 March 2026

• Primary 3: Wednesday, 4 March 2026

• Primary 4: Friday, 6 March 2026

Secondary Levels

• Secondary 1: Monday, 2 March 2026 & Tuesday, 3 March 2026

• Secondary 2: Monday, 2 March 2026 & Tuesday, 3 March 2026

The test venue and reporting time will be stated clearly on the candidate’s Entry Proof. Candidates must arrive by the stated reporting time and be seated at their assigned desks at least 15 minutes before the test begins.

3. Required Documents on Test Day

Candidates must bring:

• Printed copy of passport

• Printed copy of Entry Proof

4. S-AEIS Application Process

Applications must be completed via the Candidates Portal (CP). The process includes:

1. Creating a Candidates Portal (CP) account for the child

2. Reviewing the Instructions to Candidates

3. Submitting the online application form

4. Uploading required supporting documents (PDF or JPEG format)

5. Completing payment of examination fees

Applicants should also carefully review the instructions stated on the Entry Proof after confirmation.

5. Documents Required for Application

Parents must prepare and upload clear scanned copies of the following documents:

• Birth Certificate
  (An accurate English translation is required if the document is not in English)

• Passport Bio-data Page
  (Passport must be valid for at least 6 months)

• Student’s Pass / Dependant’s Pass (if applicable)

• Parents’ NRIC / Passport / Pass (if applicable)

• Deed Poll (only if the student’s name has been officially changed)

• Immigration Exemption Order (if applicable)

• Primary applicants only:
  Cambridge English Qualifications (CEQ) results taken from January 2025 onwards
  (Submission of CEQ certificates is not required)

• Any additional supporting documents requested by MOE or SEAB

6. CEQ Requirement for Primary Applicants

Applicants for Primary-level S-AEIS must submit valid Cambridge English Qualifications (CEQ) results obtained within 12 months prior to application, and must meet the minimum CES score stipulated by MOE.

Only students who meet the required CEQ threshold are eligible to sit for the AEIS / S-AEIS Primary Mathematics examination.

📌 Hanbridge Institute was officially appointed as a Cambridge CEQ (KET & PET) examination centre on 30 December 2024, providing students with structured preparation and a standardized examination environment.

7. Examination Fees (Official)

• S-AEIS Primary: SGD 340

• S-AEIS Secondary: SGD 630

Payment must be made via credit card, debit card, or PayNow.
GST at the prevailing rate applies.
All fees are non-refundable once paid.

8. Examination Focus and Content Overview

MOE has clearly stated that S-AEIS assesses whether students possess the academic readiness required to transition into the next level of mainstream schooling.

Primary Level

Students must be familiar with Mathematics topics taught in mainstream schools at the level preceding the one applied for.

Secondary Level

Students must be familiar with English and Mathematics content taught at the preceding secondary level.

S-AEIS is therefore not an accelerated curriculum exam, but one that evaluates academic alignment and language readiness within Singapore’s education system.

About Hanbridge Institute

Established in 2003, Hanbridge Institute is a four-year EduTrust-certified private education institution in Singapore. Over the past two decades, Hanbridge has provided comprehensive education pathways for learners aged 7 to 70, including:

• AEIS & S-AEIS preparation

• Singapore Cambridge O-Level preparatory programmes

• University of Suffolk (UK) undergraduate and postgraduate programmes

• Overseas exchange and study tour programmes

• Teacher training and professional development

Hanbridge Institute is located near Sentosa, with convenient access to public transport and nearby natural parks, offering students a conducive learning environment within Singapore.