JC Cut Off Points (2023): Best 22 Junior Colleges In Singapore

Renowned for its world class education system, Singapore attracts students from all over the world at all levels, from primary and secondary to junior college and beyond. Whether you are a student who will be moving on to tertiary education soon or a parent who would like to help your child make the most informed decision, you may be wondering how the various JCs in Singapore rank against each other.

The majority of students will be fighting for a spot in JC through the Joint Admissions System (JAE). Competition is tough and scoring as well as possible for ‘O’ Levels will be the key to getting into your dream JC. As such, students should pay attention to the cut-off points for each JC so they can manage their expectations. You should also have an idea whether you wish to go through the 'A' Levels or the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme when it comes to securing a spot in university after JC.

Understandably, choosing the right JC can be a daunting task. With so many options available, it can be difficult to decide which one is the best for you. In this blog post, we will discuss the top best junior colleges in Singapore and why they are so great!

JC Cut Off Points For 2023

The following chart breaks down the cut off points for all the junior colleges mentioned below. The cut off points are mentioned for both Arts and Science and also for International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

 

Name	Arts	Science	IB
Hwa Chong Institution	5	4
Raffles Institution	5	4
Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)			5
Nanyang JC	6	5
St. Joseph’s Institution			7
Victoria JC	8	7
Dunman High School (JC Division)	9	8
Euonia JC	8	6
National JC	8	7
Temasek JC	9	8
River Valley High School (JC Division)	9	8
Anglo-Chinese JC	9	8
St. Andrews JC	11	9
Anderson Serangoon JC	11	10
Tampines Meridian JC	13	13
Catholic JC	13	13
Jurong Pioneer JC	16	14
Yishun Innova JC	20	20
Millenia Institute	19	18

Besides the JCs listed above, Singapore has three additional institutions that offer specialised education at the tertiary level. Students are usually admitted after PSLE. These schools are:

• NUS High School of Mathematics and Science
• School of The Arts (SOTA)
• Singapore Sports School

While there is no mass admissions exercise at the JC level, students can transfer into these schools on a case-by-case basis.

An Overview of JCs in Singapore

1. Raffles Institution

 

Address	Administrative Centre, One Raffles Institution Lane, Singapore 575954
Email	comms@ri.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6419 9242
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL) H1/H2: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Economics, Geography, Literature in English, Art, Japanese/French/German/Spanish H2: History, English Language & Linguistics, Art, Music, Chinese/Malay/Tamil Language & Literature, Knowledge & Inquiry H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at.

As the oldest school in Singapore and with an excellent track record for academic performance, Raffles Institution is very popular amongst international students, especially from countries like the United States and the United Kingdom. It has two separate campuses, one for the Secondary School Division and the other one for Junior College. The institution is known for its high-quality education standards that have provided many students with a strong foundation in life.

 

2. Hwa Chong Institution

 

Address	661 Bukit Timah Road, Singapore S(269734)
Email	admin@hci.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6468 3955
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL) H1/H2: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Economics, Geography, Art, Japanese/French/German H2: Biology, Further Mathematics (FM), Computing, History, Literature in English, English Language & Linguistics, China Studies, Translation (Chinese) Chinese/Malay/Tamil Language & Literature, Knowledge & Inquiry, Spanish H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at.

Hwa Chong Institution JC Division (HCJC) is a prestigious school that offers students a well-rounded education. The institution has an excellent reputation for its academics and is known to produce some of the best students in Singapore. Students from the boys’ only Secondary Division as well as those from Nanyang Girls’ High School automatically advance to HCJC through the Integrated Programme (IP).

In addition, the institution also offers many co-curricular activities for students to get involved in. Many of their students go on to have outstanding achievements when they enter professional life. 

 

3. Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)

 

Address	121 Dover Road, Singapore 139650
Email	acsindep@acsindep.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6773 1633
Subjects Offered	Group 1: Language & Literature (English), Literature (English) Group 2: Chinese/Tamil/Hindi/Spanish/French Group 3: Business Management, Economics, Geography, History Group 4: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Group 5: Mathematics Group 6: Visual Arts, Music Students must take at least six subjects across Groups 1 to 5, either at Standard Level (SL) or Higher Level (HL).

Another great college in Singapore, Anglo-Chinese School Independent (ACSI) is a private school that offers students a well-rounded education. This private educational institute was founded by an Anglo- Chinese family that immigrated to Singapore back in the 1880s. From its humble beginnings as a small school, the school has grown exponentially since its inception in 1886, both in programs and courses and also physically.

 

4. Nanyang Junior College (NYJC)

 

Address	128 Serangoon Avenue 3, Singapore 556111
Email	-
Contact Number	+65 6284 2281
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL) H1/H2: Economics, History, Geography, Literature in English, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics H2: Art, Chinese/Malay Language & Literature, Translation (Chinese), Computing, Further Mathematics, Art H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at.

 

As one of the top junior colleges in Singapore, NYJC boasts excellent facilities and a world-class faculty that are committed to their students' success. The college's alumni have gone on to do great things, including becoming lawyers, doctors, engineers, and civil servants. It offers high quality academic programs taught by dedicated, experienced, and knowledgeable teachers. The institution is well known for developing leadership skills in its students that go a long way in their future lives as professionals.

 

5. St. Joseph's Institution (SJI)

 

Address	38 Malcolm Road, Singapore 308274
Email	contact@sji.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6250 0022
Subjects Offered	Group 1: Language & Literature (English), Literature (English), Literature (Chinese) Group 2: Chinese B, Malay B, Tamil B, Bahasa Indonesia Ab Initio, Mandarin AB Initio, Spanish Ab Initio Group 3: Economics, Geography, History Group 4: Biology, Chemistry, Physics Group 5: Maths Analysis and Approaches Group 6: Visual Arts, Music Students must take at least six subjects across Groups 1 to 5, either at Standard Level (SL) or Higher Level (HL).

St Joseph's Institution is another popular junior college in Singapore. The college prides itself on its reputation for preparing students who are well-equipped to become the leaders of tomorrow. The value and vision of the school are based on faith, with the main goal of their teachings not only to help students excel academically, but to develop a strong foundation in all other walks of life. 

 

6. Victoria Junior College

 

Address	20 Marine Vista, Singapore 449035
Email	victoria_jc@moe.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6448 5011
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL) H1/H2: Economics, History, Geography, Literature in English, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, French/German/Japanese H2: Chinese/Tamil Language & Literature, China Studies in English (CSE), Theatre Studies and Drama, Computing, Further Mathematics, Art, Spanish H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at.

VJC is known for its excellent academic standards and for providing students with a well-rounded education, especially those who are planning to pursue an education path and future career in Arts. The school has a strong focus on the arts on top of offering many different co-curricular activities for students to get involved in. Students will graduate with a great foundation for their professional lives. 

 

7. Dunman High School

 

Address	10 Tanjong Rhu Rd, Singapore 436895
Email	dhs@moe.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6345 0533
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL), French/German/Japanese/Spanish H1/H2: Economics, Geography, History, Chemistry, Mathematics H2: English Language & Linguistics, Literature in English, Chinese Language & Literature, China Studies in English (CSE), Translation (Chinese), Physics, Biology, Computing, Further Mathematics, Art, Music H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at.

Dunman High School is an IP school that takes in students at the secondary and JC levels. Students in the Secondary Division automatically progress to the JC Division without going through ‘O’ Levels. Originally a Chinese school, Dunman High has always had an excellent academic record. It was chosen to become a Special Assistance Plan (SAP) school in 1979 and today, the school offers many specialised programmes including the Bicultural Studies Programme (BSP) and Music Elective Programme (MEP).

 

8. Eunoia Junior College

 

Address	2 Sin Ming Place, Singapore 573838
Email	eunoiajc@moe.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6351 8388
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL), French/German/Japanese/Spanish H1/H2: Economics, Geography, History, Mathematics H2: Knowledge & Inquiry, Literature in English, Chinese Language & Literature, China Studies in English (CSE), Translation (Chinese), Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Further Mathematics, Art, Music H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at.

The name Eunoia contains all five vowels of the English language as a symbol of completeness. The college was started as a result of the partnership between three schools: CHIJ St Nicholas Girls' School, Catholic High School, and Singapore Chinese Girls' School. With years of experience under their belt, the schools aim to forward their expertise and knowledge to Eunoia so it can also reach a high point of excellence. The school has a strong focus on empowering its students by equipping them with the skills and confidence they will need to excel in their future lives.

 

9. National Junior College

 

Address	37 Hillcrest Road, Singapore 288913
Email	njc@moe.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6466 1144
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW) H1/H2: Economics, Mathematics H2: Knowledge & Inquiry, Geography, History, English Language & Linguistics, Literature in English, Chinese/Malay/Tamil Language & Literature, Art, Music, Further Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Computing H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at.

Did you know that NJC is one of the most competitive schools to get into? It offers a wide range of programmers for its students, including arts, Science, and business courses. Graduates from NJC go on to become successful in many spheres, including finance, business, and the sciences. There is also the choice of taking Applied Subjects. The school offers admissions in different programs for Junior High and Senior High.

 

10. Temasek Junior College

 

Address	22 Bedok South Road, Singapore 469278
Email	temasek_jc@moe.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6422 8066
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL) H1/H2: Economics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, English Literature H2: Knowledge & Inquiry, Chinese Language & Literature, Further Mathematics, Computing, Music H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at.

Since its inception in 1977, Temasek Junior College has been providing its students with a well-rounded education. Offering programmes that include the Music Elective Programme and the MOE Humanities Scholarship, students are given the opportunity to shine in their areas of strength. In 2022, the school celebrated 45 years of Temasek Excellence with numerous awards under their belt, from the School Excellence Award (SEA) to the School Distinction Award (SDA).\

 

11. River Valley High School

 

Address	6 Boon Lay Avenue, Singapore 649961
Email	rvhs@moe.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6567 8115
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL) H1/H2: Economics, Literature in English, Geography, History, Translation, Mathematics, Chemistry H2: China Studies in English (CSE), Chinese Language & Literature, Biology, Physics, Computing, Further Mathematics H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at.

River Valley High School was founded in 1956 and offers the Integrated Programme (IP) for students who enter at secondary level. ‘O’ Level students can also be admitted into the JC Division through JAE. The school offers a wide range of programmes to ensure that students receive a well-rounded education, including the Cognitive-Interest Development Programme (CIDP) and Appreciation of Chinese Culture (ACC) Programme.

 

12. Anglo-Chinese Junior College

Address	25 Dover Close East, Singapore 139745
Email	acjc@acjc.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6755 0511
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL) H1/H2: Art, Economics, Geography, History, Literature in English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology H2: China Studies in English (CSE), English Language & Linguistics, Theatre Studies, Computing, Further Mathematics H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at.

ACJC is a sister institute to ACS(I). Founded in 1885, the college has since grown so quickly that they had to move to a larger campus within eight month. ACJC started admitted girls for the first time in the 1950s. The college has a very good record in sports competitions and is known for having produced many successful individuals amongst its graduates, including lawyers and doctors.

 

13. St. Andrew's Junior College

 

Address	5 Sorby Adams Drive, Singapore 357691
Email	sajc@moe.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6285 7008
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL) H1/H2: Art, Economics, Geography, History, Literature in English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology H2: Chinese/Malay/Tamil Language & Literature H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at.

SAJC boasts excellent facilities and world-class faculty members who are dedicated to their students' success. Since its inception, the school has produced many successful alumni who have gone on to achieve great things, both in Singapore and farther afield. The college was founded in 1862 and has a coeducation setup. SAJC students have a strong track record of doing well in interschool competitions.

 

14. Anderson Serangoon Junior College

 

Address	4500 Ang Mo Kio Ave 6, Singapore 569843
Email	asrjc@moe.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6459 6822
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL) H1/H2: Economics, Geography, History, Literature in English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology H2: Art, Chinese/Malay/Tamil Language & Literature, Further Mathematics, Computing H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at, including subjects offered by the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU). These are: Geopolitics (War and Peace), Humanities and Social Science Research, Molecular Biology and Semiconductor Physics and Devices.

This JC was founded in 2019 as a result of the merger between two popular junior colleges: Anderson Junior College and Serangoon Junior College. Although the institution as a whole is relatively new, it has decades of experience based on the two original colleges behind it. Widely known as one of the most diverse and inclusive schools in Singapore, ASJC focuses on inculcating critical thinking and creativity in students, in preparing them to take up leadership positions in future. Students can choose from a large number of co-curricular activities and sports to take part in, contributing to a well-rounded education. 

 

15. Tampines Meridian Junior College

 

Address	21 Pasir Ris Street 71, Singapore 518799
Email	tmjc@moe.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6349 3600
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL) H1/H2: Economics, Geography, History, Literature in English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology H2: Chinese/Malay/Tamil Language & Literature, Further Mathematics, Theatre Studies & Drama

Similar to ASJC, TMJC was founded in 2019 as a result of the merger between two popular junior colleges: Tampines Junior College and Meridian Junior College. Founded with the aim of providing high quality education to students, the college offers a range of subject combinations to suit the interests of all students. It boasts excellent facilities as well as a world-class faculty, who are dedicated towards their students' progress both academically as well as personally.

 

16. Catholic Junior College

 

Address	129 Whitley Road, Singapore 297822
Email	catholic_jc@moe.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6252 4083
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL) H1/H2: Economics, Geography, History, Literature in English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology H2: English Language & Linguistics (ELL) H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at.

Located on the premises of Singapore’s oldest Catholic church, CJC has a long history of academic excellence and is dedicated to providing a conducive learning environment for its students. The college prides itself on its strong foundations, which it has built over many years, all with the aim of helping students become successful individuals in their respective fields, whether that is law, medicine, business, engineering or any other field.

 

17. Jurong Pioneer Junior College

 

Address	21 Teck Whye Walk, Singapore 688258
Email	jpjc@moe.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6564 6878
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL) H1/H2: Art, Economics, Geography, History, Literature in English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology H2: China Studies in Chinese, China Studies in English, Chinese/Malay/Tamil Language & Literature, Translation, Further Mathematics, Computing H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at.

Another newly merged junior college in Singapore, Jurong Pioneer Junior College (JPJC) offers top-notch academic education to its students through a number of academic tracks. Direct School Admission (DSA) is possible through a strong academic track record or outstanding achievements in other areas such as the Performing Arts or Sports. With the history of two junior colleges behind this new institution, JPJC students can benefit from the experience and expertise of a thoughtfully selected faculty.

 

18. Yishun Innova Junior College

Address	3 Yishun Ring Road, Singapore 768675
Email	yijc@moe.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6257 9873
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL) H1/H2: Art, Economics, Geography, History, Literature in English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology H2: China Studies in English, Chinese/Malay/Tamil Language & Literature, Computing H3 Level can be offered in subjects students are exceptionally good at.

A merger between Yishun Junior College and Innova Junior College a few years back, YIJC offers a range of different programs and courses; however, it is widely known for its language studies programmes, be it in Chinese, Malay or Tamil. With a goal of nurturing students into life-long learners and future-ready learners, students can benefit from a range of co-curricular activities (CCAs) that are designed to provide them with a holistic educational experience.

 

19. Millennia Institute

 

Address	60, Bukit Batok West Avenue 8, Singapore 658965
Email	millennia_inst@moe.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6302 3700
Subjects Offered	H1: General Paper (GP), Project Work (PW), Mother Tongue Language (MTL) H1/H2: Economics, Geography, History, Literature in English, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Mathematics H2: Art, Management of Business, Principles of Accounting, Chinese/Malay/Tamil Language & Literature

Millennia Institute (MI) is the only JC in Singapore that offers a three-year ‘A’ Level programme, making it an attractive choice for students who pursue their academic journey at a slower pace. Throughout their time at MI, students will be provided with a range of opportunities to engage in different activities. This includes the Internationalisation Programme, MI.World, where students get to go on exchange programmes to other schools around the world.

 

Specialised Schools Offering JC Level Programmes

1. NUS High School of Mathematics and Science

 

Address	20 Clementi Avenue 1, Singapore 129957
Email	einstein@highsch.nus.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6516 1709
Subjects Offered	Math & Sciences: Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science Humanities, Arts & Music: Humanities Studies, History, Geography, English Literature, Art, Music Languages: English Language and Mother Tongue Language Students are required to major in Mathematics and a minimum of two Sciences at Year 5. Any Math and Science subjects can also be read at Honours Level, either at the school itself or a local university.

Instead of going through ‘A’ Levels or IB, students will graduate with a NUS High Diploma, which is equivalent to a High School Diploma internationally. Admissions are carried out at Years 1 and 3, with the academic year starting in January. Students will be assessed based on their academic track record in Math and Science as well as their performance in the tests and interviews that will be conducted. NUS High students have gone on to study at various top universities around the world, including Yale-NUS, Brown, Yale and University College London.

 

2. School of The Arts (SOTA) Singapore

 

Address	1 Zubir Said Drive Administration Office #05-01 Singapore 227968
Email	enquiries@sota.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6338 96635
Subjects Offered	Core Subjects: Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity, Service Group 1: Language & Literature (English), Literature (English), Literature and Performance Group 2: Chinese, Anticipated Chinese, Malay, Hindi, Tamil, Spanish, French Group 3: Economics, Geography, History, Social and Cultural Anthropology Group 4: Biology, Chemistry, Physics Group 5: Mathematics: applications and interpretations, Mathematics: analysis and approaches Students will also undertake a course in the art form of their choosing.

SOTA students undergo the IB Programme alongside a focus on their area of specialisation in the Arts. Students can choose from Dance, Film, Music, Theatre, Visual Arts or Literary Arts. In the first two years, students will get to explore the various arts through the Integrated Arts Programme, which is a unique offering to the school. Campus facilities include a concert hall, theatre studios, drama studio, dance studio and orchestra recital studios.

 

3. Singapore Sports School

 

Address	1 Champions Way, Singapore 737913
Email	enquire@sportsschool.edu.sg
Contact Number	+65 6766 0100
Subjects Offered	Core Subjects: Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity, Service Group 1: Language & Literature (English), Literature (English) Group 2: Mandarin, Malay, Tamil Group 3: Economics, Geography, History Group 4: Biology, Chemistry, Physics Group 5: Mathematics: analysis and approaches Group 6: Visual Arts, Music

At the end of their academic journey, students will undertake either the IB Diploma Programme or an athlete-friendly Diploma from Republic Polytechnic or Ngee Ann Polytechnic. These programmes are conducted onsite at Singapore Sports School and have been customised to ensure that students can continue focusing on their development in sports.

Admissions to Singapore Sports School can take place at the Secondary 1 level or at any point between Secondary 2 to 5. Students can be admitted based on their aptitude in a number of sports, from badminton and table tennis to swimming and track and field.  

Which Is The Best Junior College In Singapore?

So, now that you know all about the different JCs in Singapore, you may be wondering which one you should choose. Of course, the answer varies from person to person and also depends on a student's personality and talent. All these colleges have different strengths and weaknesses, so students who want to join these schools need to know exactly what it is they want as well as the future goals they have in mind.

For instance, students who are good at sports and wish to develop their talent in this area will likely have a different college in mind than those who wish to pursue a path in academics. With this in mind, parents should not pressure their child into aiming for a specific school just because their friends are doing the same. Instead, they should take their time to find out about their child’s interests and goals before deciding which JC is the best for them. Excited to get started on the next phase of your academic journey?

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For more information, also read: What are the subject combinations for Junior College? and How To Calculate Rank Points.