FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

General Information

1 . What time does school start?
School starts at 7.30a.m.

2 . What time does school end?
School typically ends by 3:00p.m. (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)
School ends at 12:20p.m. or 1:40p.m. (HMT students) on Friday.
CCAs are held twice every week from 3:15p.m. to 6:15p.m.

3 . What are the aggregate scores required to enter Hua Yi?
The aggregate score may change from year to year. For 2024 Sec 1s, students entered the school with a cut-off aggregate score of: 

• 10 - 15 (G3)

• 21 - 23 (G2)

• 25 - 26 (G1)

4 . How are your current students’ progression to post-secondary institutions?
Our students are taking pathways that best suit their needs and passion at the JCs, polytechnics, and ITE. Majority of our Express students are eligible for JC and almost all are eligible for polytechnic. Normal Academic students are eligible for ITE/EAE/PFP. More information on our students Academic Achievement can be found here:
https://www.huayisec.moe.edu.sg/the-huayi-experience/aa/

5 . How is the culture of the school?
Since 1985, Hua Yi has transitioned into a co-educational school with English as its primary medium of instruction. Calligraphy lessons are conducted as part of the Lower Secondary Chinese curriculum to instil in students an appreciation of Chinese culture as well as a link to Hua Yi’s heritage.

6 . How is the discipline of the school?
The school takes a very strong stand on appropriate behaviour of Hua Yians. More information on the school rules and regulations can be found here:
https://www.huayisec.moe.edu.sg/who-we-are/our-code-of-conduct/school-rules-and-regulations/

7 . How can my child enter Hua Yi through DSA?
Hua Yi welcomes prospective students with passion and talents from various fields, representing the different aspects of our holistic curriculum, to join the Hua Yi family through the Direct School Admission-Secondary (DSA-Sec) Exercise. For more information:
https://www.huayisec.moe.edu.sg/happenings-at-hua-yi/Direct-School-Admission/ta/

8 . Are the staff and students friendly?
All staff and students of Hua Yi believe in the value of “Togetherness”. We learn and grow together in harmony regardless of the differences in our multicultural society.

9 . How can my child get to the school?

Our Address
60, Jurong West, Street 42, Singapore 649371

Bus Services
Front gate: 49 & 334
Rear gate: 98, 98A, 99, 157, 187, 198, 335 & 502 

MRT Stations
Jurong East, Lakeside & Chinese Garden MRT

School and Departmental Programmes

1 . What are the subjects offered in your school?

Languages	G1	G2	G3
English Language	✓	✓	✓
Mother Tongue Languages	✓	✓	✓
Higher Mother Tongue Languages (Higher Chinese)			✓
Humanities	G1	G2	G3
Humanities (Geography)		✓	✓
Humanities (History)		✓	✓
Humanities (Literature in English)		✓	✓
Humanities (Social Studies + Humanities Exposure Modules in Geography, History, Literature in English)	✓
Mathematics and Sciences	G1	G2	G3
Mathematics	✓	✓	✓
Science	✓	✓	✓
Common Curriculum Subjects	G1	G2	G3
Art	Offered at a common level
Character and Citizenship Education	Offered at a common level
Design & Technology	Offered at a common level
Food and Consumer Education	Offered at a common level
Music	Offered at a common level
Physical Education	Offered at a common level

Upper Secondary Total Subject Offerings (as at Dec 2023)

Languages	G1	G2	G3
English Language	✓	✓	✓
Mother Tongue Languages	✓	✓	✓
Higher Mother Tongue Languages (Higher Chinese)			✓
Humanities	G1	G2	G3
Humanities	✓	✓	✓
Geography		✓	✓
History		✓	✓
Literature in English		✓	✓
Mathematics and Sciences	G1	G2	G3
Mathematics	✓	✓	✓
Additional Mathematics		✓	✓
Science	✓	✓	✓
Biology			✓
Chemistry			✓
Physics			✓
Other Electives	G1	G2	G3
Design & Technology	✓	✓	✓
Nutrition and Food Science	✓	✓	✓
Art	✓	✓	✓
Music	✓		✓
Higher Art			✓
Common Curriculum Subjects	G1	G2	G3
Character and Citizenship Education	Offered at a common level
Physical Education	Offered at a common level

G1 Humanities would comprise Social Studies and choice of one Humanities Exposure Module in Geography, History or Literature in English, and G2/3 Humanities would comprise Social Studies and Geography, History or Literature in English

2 . What is Hua Yi’s strategy for Blended Learning?Blended Learning in Hua Yi takes the form of ILD (Independent Learning Day) every even Friday. There are 2 segments to each session:

1. Curriculum coverage within and outside school, which focuses on JOY - Joy in learning, Ownership of Learning and Applying learning.

2. Student initiated learning called Project Sandbox where students will get the opportunity to pursue interests of their choice such as Sports and Fitness, Music, Art and Craft, Languages, Botany etc. The activities can be pursued in school, at home, or other locations, with teachers acting as mentors and co learners!

3 . How will the Personal Device be implemented in Hua Yi?Every Hua Yian will be using the Apple iPad as their personal learning device. Every iPad will come bundled with the Apple pencil and keyboard to maximise the affordances of the iPad as a learning tool.

Not only is the iPad a portable device that offers students convenient learning on-the-move, it also allows for a seamless learning experience alongside existing learning technologies such as the Student Learning Space (SLS) and Team Model Smarter Classroom System.  For more information on PDLP:

**4 . How will Full Subject-Based Banding (FSBB) look like in Hua Yi?**In 2021, we have integrated the Normal Academic and Normal Technical stream. The integration of both streams is Hua Yi’s first step towards Full Subject-Based Banding (FSBB) in 2022 as we celebrate the unique strengths and diversity of our students.

(a) How does FSBB work?

• FSBB is fully implemented in 2024, with the removal of the different streams. All students will be grouped into mixed form classes, with the provision of a common curriculum.
  Besides the common curriculum, students have the flexibility to take SBB subjects at G1, G2 or G3 level.

The Common Curriculum comprises the following subjects:

• Art;

• Character and Citizenship Education (CCE);

• Design & Technology;

• Food and Consumer Education (FCE);

• Music;

• Physical Education (PE)

and the SBB subjects offered comprises the following subjects:

• English Language;

• Mother Tongue Languages;

• Mathematics;

• Science;

• Geography;

• History;

• Literature in English

**5 . Does the school offer SBB?**Hua Yi currently offers Subject-Based Banding (SBB) for English, Mother Tongues, Mathematics, Science, Humanities subjects (Geography and History) and Literature in English. Further information and details about SBB in Hua Yi will be shared during the Secondary 1 Registration event in December.

**6 . What is ALP and/ or LLP about?**Some of the highlights of Hua Yi in terms of learning programmes and opportunities given to students can be found in the brochure.

ALP: Hua Yi’s Applied Learning Programme (ALP) aims to prepare our students for the challenges in this digital age.

The programme will nurture the Joy of Learning in students. Students will work with their peers to generate solutions to real life problems and in the process, their creativity, communication skills and confidence will be developed. 

• Students will get the opportunity to apply what they learn in English Language, Design & Technology, ICT, Science and Character and Citizenship Education (CCE).

• Students will work on topics related to Health Science and Healthcare Technologies. 

For more information on ALP:

LLP: Hua Yi Secondary’s Learning for Life Programme (LLP) focuses on Community Youth Leadership (CYL). The LLP aims to help students develop life skills and values. Through this, students will discover their strengths, interests and talents. CYL focuses on providing students with opportunities to lead in serving the community and developing them as leaders of empathy.

• Tier 1: The students will learn about the Leadership Challenge Module - Model the Way, Enable Others to Act, Encourage the Heart, Inspire a Shared Vision and Challenge the Process.

• Tier 2: Through selection, appointment and training, students are nurtured to develop their leadership skills and they will be stretched to develop their potential in one of eight leadership groups (Student Council, One Advocates, Class Leaders Committee, CCA Leaders, ICT Champions, Environmental Ambassadors, House Leaders and Peer Support Leaders).

• Tier 3: Very capable student leaders will be nominated to attend a Tier 3 leadership programme, which will prepare them to take on greater challenges beyond the school. Student leaders will also be provided with opportunities to apply their knowledge and skills.

For more information on LLP:

**7 . What after-school engagement programmes are available in your school?**Hua Yi offers a wide range of after-school engagement programmes to help students develop critical soft-skills such as:

a) Mentoring Program by the GRIT Academy (TGA)A 6 to 9 month mentoring programme by the youth branch of the Lakeside Family Services. Students undergo a journey of self-discovery through experential activities supported by mentors and friends. b) The Discovery ProgramA creative program to empower students with skills to enhance their self-awareness and manage positive relationships with others. Students learn strategies for self-management, coping skills and the activities help them to build up their readiness and resilience. c) Youth Venture (partnership with Lakeside Family Service Centre)An 8-month adventure-themed based programme to develop and build character and resilience. d) Student Support ProgrammeProgrammes focus on behavioral, social emotional skills or meaningful holiday engagement.

Hangout @ Hua Yi is run by our school’s learning mentor. The venue is a vibrant space equipped with a variety of facilities and activities for students to engage in after school. The learning mentor establishes a strong level of rapport with students and helps inculcate in them stronger self-management skills. There are also constant innovations for Hangout to make it ever more attractive for students to drop in.

8 . House SystemIn 2022, Hua Yi made a major change to the way the school was structured. The school adopted a house system, with the school and student body organised by their house (Altius, Citius, Diutius, Fortius, Latius) instead of level. Taking reference from the Olympic motto, each house espouses an Olympic ideal to inspire every student and staff to give their all in the pursuit of excellence. Headed by a House Master, guided by a House Discipline Master, managed by two House Managers, and led by two House Leaders from each class, every house is a unique ecosystem by itself! This organisational move helped to strengthen the camaraderie of students from different classes across levels. It also created opportunities for a stronger house spirit to shine through in each house, as many school activities and programmes leveraged the house system to promote a spirit of friendly competition.

HIGHER MOTHER TONGUE/ CLB/ THIRD LANGUAGE

1 . Can my child do HCL/ HML?Yes. If your child is given an option letter (form) by MOE during the collection of the PSLE result slips stating that they are eligible to read HCL/HML. If he/she is not given this option form, it means that the child is not eligible.

2 . If the child is not given the option form and is still interested to read HCL, they can apply in accordance to Hua Yi MTL policy for HCL:In Hua Yi, there will be 2 chances given for application to do HCL as long as the following criteria are met:

a. Excellent results for CL for the academic year (75% and above) b. Results of the core subjects will be taken into consideration

c. Coupled with strong recommendation by subject teachers.

3 . Does the school offer HML?Hua Yi does not offer HML. For students taking HML, they attend the lessons at external venues. 

4 . Does the school offer TL or HTL?Hua Yi does not offer TL. For Students taking TL or HTL, they attend the lessons at external venues. 

5 . Does the school offer CLB?Hua Yi does not offer CLB. Students taking CLB have their lessons at external venues.

6 . Can my child read a third language?As for 3rd language, MOE will inform eligible students concerned directly. Students will be given an option form to indicate their interest in taking up a third language.

ASSESSMENTS

1 . How are students assessed in your school?For Sec 1s: Formative assessment, no Mid-Year Exam and a summative review at the end of the year.

2 . Is there any support for students who cannot cope/ need more help with their studies?There are structured programmes and remedial lessons to support these students.

CCA

1 . What are the CCAs available at Hua Yi? What are the CCAs for DSA? What CCAs does Hua Yi excel in?

Physical sports1. Badminton (Boys/Girls) (DSA)2. Basketball (Boys) (DSA)3. Volleyball (Girls) (DSA)4. Track & Field (Boys/Girls) **(DSA)**5. Football (Boys)6. Netball (Girls)	Uniformed groups1. NCC (Boys)2. NPCC (Boys/Girls)3. Red Cross Youth
Visual & Performing Arts1. Show Choir (DSA)2. Concert Band (DSA)3. Cultural Dance (DSA)4. Modern Dance (DSA)5. Guzheng Ensemble (DSA)6. Chinese Language Drama and Debate Society (CLDDS) (DSA)7. English Literary Drama and Debate Society (ELDDS) (DSA)	Clubs & Societies1. Art & Craft Club (DSA)2. Info-comm Club3. Nutrition and Food Science Club4. Singapore Youth Flying Club

2 . My child is interested in XYZ CCA, can the school offer that? Can my child take up external CCA activities instead of the CCAs offered in school?Please email hyss@moe.edu.sg and your queries will be directed to the HOD (PE & CCA).