FAQs
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What curriculum do you use?
HFSE uses a self developed curriculum that caters to all nationalities. We continuously enhance our curriculum and seek to adapt the best practices amongst recognized and established system. We are using the Singapore English and Mathematics syllabus for families who intend to go back to the mainstream education system.
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Are you offering other language courses?
HFSE International School now offers the Global Class for all Primary 1 and Primary 2 Students. This class aims to provide alternative languages such as French, Mandarin and Tamil.
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Do you have student care services?
HFSE is working with a service provider that provides after school care services and private tutorial services. HFSE students are entitled to a discounted rate if they opt to sign up for student care services
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Do you offer CCAs (Co-Curricular Activities)?
Our dedicated educational rock stars have been diligently preparing to introduce CCAs soon and we have already started a sports clinic. We are planning to offer more CCAs which will be optional for students in the near future.
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Will my child be able to go back to the mainstream education system?
HFSE curriculum was developed to prepare students to sit for the AEIS (Admission Exam for International Students). This initiative was implemented in order to provide more options for global migrant families living in Singapore.
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If we go to other or our home country, will my child’s education be credited?
Based on our experience, we have students who have migrated to other countries (i.e. New Zealand, Australia, US, Europe, Canada, and Philippines) and the normal enrolment procedure is for the student to pass the entry examination offered by the prospective school of their choice in the respective country they are migrating to. HFSE will provide all necessary documents including Transcript of Records (TOR), Report Cards, Certificate of Attendance, Certificate of Completion and Good Moral Character. In the event that additional documentation or testimonials are required by the prospective schools, HFSE will provide assistance with that as well.
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Do you accept LTVP (Long Term Visit Pass) holders?
Yes, in accordance with the latest circular issued by ICA, with effect from 15 November 2023, holders of valid Long-Term Visit Pass, Dependant’s Pass and Immigration Exemption Order (hereon known as “existing pass”) are not required to obtain a Student’s Pass or Letter of Consent to pursue fulltime studies at Private Education Institutions (PEIs) in Singapore. They may enrol in any full-time course at any PEI within the duration of their existing pass.
Reference: ICA | Foreign System Schools and Privately-Funded Schools
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Can you offer assistance with applying for a Student Pass?
HFSE is currently on its 4-year registration. Application for Edutrust Certification is in the pipeline. There are different stages to attain the Edutrust Certification, which eventually will make HFSE eligible to apply for Student Pass.
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Do you provide school bus service?
HFSE has engaged the services of a transport provider for our school bus requirements.Transportation fees vary according to distance from the school.
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What level do you currently offer?
HFSE currently caters to students from Primary One to Six, Secondary One to Four, and O Level.
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Do you have plans to expand in other locations?
Yes, we are just establishing all our systems in place. Plans for additional satellite centers are in the pipeline.
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Do you offer Pre-school?
Yes. Beginning AY 2021, we have launched the HFSE YoungStarters programme which offers enrichment classes such as:
(1) Growing with Language & Literacy
(2) Innovative Arts and Crafts
(3) Fun with Maths
(4) Move and Groove
(5) Youngstarters Discovery.
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Are you open to investment opportunities?
Definitely yes as we gear up to reach out to more families in need of affordable education. HFSE is open to all those interested to invest. If you would like to know more on how you can help HFSE continue its advocacy, please send an email of interest to our Founder & Managing Director, Ninalyn Cacananta at [email protected]
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Do you offer sibling discount?
Yes, we offer discount for sibling of existing student. Please contact 6451 0080 and speak with the Admissions Officer to find out more.
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How do we book for Assessment?
Please contact our Admissions Officer at 8200 0062 or 6451 0080 to schedule the assessment.
Registration and Assessment Fees should be paid on or before the examination date.
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What subjects are covered in the Assessment?
Assessment Tests for all levels cover Mathematics and English subjects and are based on Singapore syllabi.
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How will the outcome of the Assessment affect my child’s admissions application with HFSE?
For student applicants following the Year of Birth (YOB) requirement per Academic Year, the outcome for each subject will be used to check the competency level of the child. Teachers may use the assessment outcome to track the child’s progress while studying in HFSE.
For accelerated applications, for example, if YOB is 2016 the child is eligible only for P1 in AY2023, but parents opt to try P2 level for the child, HFSE’s Academic Board will require at least 65% passing mark in the English and Math assessments for the child to be accepted to the higher level.