AEIS Examination Guide

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Centralized Assessment

Official MOE evaluation

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Public School Entry

Direct admission pathway

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Affordable Education

Government subsidized fees

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Quality Curriculum

World-class education

What is AEIS?

The Admissions Exercise for International Students (AEIS) is a centralized admission exercise conducted by the Ministry of Education (MOE) for international students seeking admission to mainstream primary and secondary schools in Singapore.

There are two types of AEIS examinations: Main AEIS (September) and Supplementary AEIS (S-AEIS in February). Each serves different admission timelines and has specific entry requirements.

Key Benefits of Singapore's Education System

✓ Globally recognized curriculum
✓ High academic standards
✓ Bilingual education policy
✓ Holistic development approach
✓ Competitive school fees compared to international schools

Types of AEIS Examinations

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AEIS September

For TBA Admission

Not Available

Results released in December

School starts in January

More school choices available

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S-AEIS March

For Immediate 2025 Admission

Not Available

Results released in March

School starts in April 2025

Limited school choices, faster entry

AEIS Exam

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👤Age by 1st Jan	📝CEQ Test Required	🎯Required CES Score	📚Test Level	📖Content Tested	🎓Possible Outcomes
7 years	A2 Key for Schools	100+	Pri 2 Maths	Pri 1 Maths	Pri 2 Pri 1 or unsuccessful
8 years	A2 Key for Schools	120+	Pri 3 Maths	Pri 2 Maths	Pri 3 Pri 2 Pri 1 or unsuccessful
9 years	A2 Key for Schools	130+	Pri 4 Maths	Pri 3 Maths	Pri 4 Pri 3 Pri 2 or unsuccessful
10 years	B1 Preliminary for Schools	140+	Pri 5 Maths	Pri 4 Maths	Pri 5 Pri 4 or unsuccessful
11 years	B1 Preliminary for Schools	140+	Pri 5 Maths	Pri 4 Maths	Pri 5 Pri 4 or unsuccessful
12 years (Primary)	B1 Preliminary for Schools	140+	Pri 5 Maths	Pri 4 Maths	Pri 5 or unsuccessful
12 years (Secondary)	Not Required	N/A	Sec 1 English & Maths	Pri 6	Sec 1 or unsuccessful
13 years	Not Required	N/A	Sec 1 or Sec 2	Pri 6/Sec 1	Sec 1 Sec 2 or unsuccessful
14 years	Not Required	N/A	Sec 1 or Sec 2	Pri 6/Sec 1	Sec 1 Sec 2 or unsuccessful
15 years	Not Required	N/A	Sec 2	Sec 1	Sec 2 or unsuccessful
16 years	Not Required	N/A	Sec 3	Sec 2	Sec 3 or unsuccessful

S-AEIS Exam

👤Age by 1st Jan	📝CEQ Test Required	🎯Required CES Score	📚Test Level	📖Content Tested	🎓Possible Outcomes
7 years	A2 Key for Schools	100+	Pri 2 Maths	Pri 1 Maths	Pri 1 or unsuccessful
8 years	A2 Key for Schools	120+	Pri 3 Maths	Pri 2 Maths	Pri 2 or unsuccessful
9 years	A2 Key for Schools	130+	Pri 4 Maths	Pri 3 Maths	Pri 3 or unsuccessful
10 years	B1 Preliminary for Schools	140+	Pri 5 Maths	Pri 4 Maths	Pri 5 Pri 4 or unsuccessful
11 years	B1 Preliminary for Schools	140+	Pri 5 Maths	Pri 4 Maths	Pri 5 or unsuccessful
12 years (Secondary)	Not Required	N/A	Sec 1 English & Maths	Pri 6	Sec 1 or unsuccessful
13 years	Not Required	N/A	Sec 1 or Sec 2	Pri 6/Sec 1	Sec 1 Sec 2 or unsuccessful
14 years	Not Required	N/A	Sec 1 or Sec 2	Pri 6/Sec 1	Sec 1 Sec 2 or unsuccessful
15 years	Not Required	N/A	Sec 2	Sec 1	Sec 2 or unsuccessful
16 years	Not Required	N/A	Sec 3	Sec 2	Sec 3 or unsuccessful

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Important Notes

Primary level applicants must obtain required CEQ scores before applying
School placement decisions are final

Secondary level applicants take both English and Mathematics tests
No appeals for school changes will be entertained

Application Process

Step-by-step guide to applying for AEIS examination

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Step 1

Create Candidates Portal Account

Visit the official SEAB Candidates Portal
Prepare passport number/FIN
Have a valid email address
Keep contact numbers ready (yours and next-of-kin)

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Step 2

Document Preparation

Birth certificate (with English translation if needed)
Passport (minimum 6 months validity)
Recent passport-sized photograph
Primary Level: CEQ test results
Previous school records

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Step 3

Registration & Payment

Primary School: SGD 430 (inclusive of GST)
Secondary School: SGD 630 (inclusive of GST)
Payment via Credit/Debit Cards or PayNow
All fees are non-refundable

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Step 4

Application Status

'Pending': Initial submission completed
'Registered': Application approved (takes about 4 weeks)
'Ineligible': Application rejected

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Step 5

Entry Proof

Download from Candidates Portal once approved
Contains test venue and reporting time
Includes desk number and test schedule
Required for test day admission

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Test Day Requirements

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Essential Items

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Entry proof from SEAB
Must be printed clearly
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Original passport
No photocopies accepted
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2B pencils
Multiple pencils recommended
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Erasers
Clean and smudge-free
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Ruler
Clear markings required

⚠️Calculators are strictly NOT permitted

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Critical Reminders

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Arrival Time
15 minutes before scheduled time
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Late Entry Policy
Strictly not allowed - No exceptions
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Electronic Devices
All devices prohibited in exam room
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Identification
Original documents only - No copies accepted

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Critical Information

All placements are final and non-transferable
Missing the reporting deadline will result in immediate offer withdrawal
All fees must be settled before starting school

No requests for school changes will be entertained
Student's Pass must be obtained before school commencement

Exam Format

Understanding the structure and duration of AEIS examinations

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Primary Level (P2-P5)

For students applying to Primary 2, 3, 4, or 5

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Mathematics Test

Duration:1 hour 45 minutes

Question Types:MCQ & Open-ended

Calculator:Not Allowed

Content Based On:

Singapore Primary Mathematics curriculum for the target level

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English Proficiency

Assessment:CEQ Test Required

Minimum Score:100+ (A2 Key)

Validity:2 years

Note:

CEQ results must be submitted during AEIS application

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Important Notes for Primary Level

Only Mathematics is tested during AEIS exam day
English proficiency is assessed separately through CEQ
CEQ test must be completed before AEIS application deadline

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Secondary Level (S1-S3)

For students applying to Secondary 1, 2, or 3

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English Test

Duration:2 hours 10 minutes

Components:MCQ & Writing

Writing Task:Continuous Writing

Skills Tested:

Comprehension, Language Use, Writing

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Mathematics Test

Duration:2 hours

Question Types:MCQ & Open-ended

Calculator:Not Allowed

Content Based On:

Singapore Secondary Mathematics curriculum

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Important Notes for Secondary Level

Both English and Mathematics tests are compulsory
No CEQ requirement for secondary level applicants
Tests are held on the same day with breaks between sessions

General Test Information

Important details that apply to all AEIS examinations

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Test Venues

Selected secondary schools
Venue assigned during registration
Details in Entry Proof

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Answer Format

OMR sheets for MCQ
Written answers for open-ended
2B pencil required

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Scoring

No negative marking
Results: Pass/No Pass
No detailed score breakdown

Results & School Placement

Understanding the results process and school allocation system

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Results Timeline

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AEIS (September)

Exam Period:September

Results Release:December

School Admission:January (Next Year)

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S-AEIS (February)

Exam Period:February/March

Results Release:April

School Admission:April/May (Same Year)

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How to Check Results

Log in to SEAB Candidates Portal using your credentials
Results are available online only - no physical letters sent
Results show Pass/No Pass status only
Pass/No Pass status
Offered school (if successful)
Reporting instructions

School Placement Process

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Allocation Criteria

Test performance
Available vacancies
Declared residential address
School proximity

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Successful Placement

School offer with reporting instructions
Specific reporting period assigned
Required documents list provided

Unsuccessful Outcome

Apply for S-AEIS (next intake)
Consider international schools
Apply for private schools

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Important Notes

School placement is non-transferable
Missing the reporting deadline may result in withdrawal of offer
School fees must be paid before starting school

No requests for school changes will be entertained
Successful applicants must obtain Student's Pass before school commencement

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