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Top 10 Advanced Mathematics Secondary Schools in Singapore (2026 unofficial parent’s guide)

Top 10 Advanced Mathematics Secondary Schools in Singapore (2026 unofficial parent’s guide)

If your child aims to take Mathematics under IB HL or SL/IP/Full Subject-Based Banding (SBB), you’ll want a secondary school with a deep mathematics culture: strong curriculum, stretch programmes, competition pathways, and teachers who love the subject. Crucially, under Full SBB, G1/G2/G3 are subject-level placements—students can take G3 Math even if other subjects are at different levels. (Ministry of Education)

⚠️ A note on “rankings”: The MOE doesn’t publish official league tables; our 2026 list is editorial—based on public signals like curriculum depth, talent programmes, and math competition performance. (World Economic Forum)

How we picked (2026 methodology)

  • Math-specialised or IP pathways with documented advanced curricula and talent tracks. (Research Institute)
  • Sustained enrichment/academy programmes (e.g., Euler/SMTP/Mathematics Leaders Academy). (Research Institute)
  • Competition ecosystem and recent results (e.g., SMO). (sms.math.nus.edu.sg)
  • Upper-sec/JC continuity (A-Level H2/IB HL maths readiness). (hci.edu.sg)

The 2026 Watchlist (Alphabetical)

1) Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) — IB world school with Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches (HL/SL) and a long IB track record; strong vertical alignment benefits math-keen students. (acsindep.moe.edu.sg)

2) CHIJ St Nicholas Girls’ (Secondary) — Robust maths programme with Olympiad enrichment in lower sec; IP link to HCI provides a clear stretch runway. (chijsngsec.moe.edu.sg)

3) Dunman High School — Six-year IP mathematics programme with coherent Sec-to-JC progression; SAP environment that traditionally nurtures STEM strengths. (dunmanhigh.moe.edu.sg)

4) Hwa Chong Institution (High School) — Integrated Programme with strong Math & Science integration and deep talent development; proven pipeline to H2 Maths. (hci.edu.sg)

5) National Junior College (Secondary) — IP school with Junior High Mathematics and the Advanced Inquiry in Mathematics (AIM) talent track—great for proof-based thinking early. (nationaljc.moe.edu.sg)

6) Nanyang Girls’ High School — Integrated/Advanced Mathematics structure plus SMTP talent route; rigorous upper-sec options before progression to HCI. (en.nygh.moe.edu.sg)

7) NUS High School of Mathematics & Science — Purpose-built for accelerated Mathematics & Statistics; modular curriculum with heavy proof/modelling emphasis. (nushigh.edu.sg)

8) Raffles Girls’ School (Secondary) — Clear mathematics philosophy and Raffles Programme continuity to A-Levels; strong competition culture. (rgs.edu.sg)

9) Raffles Institution (Years 1–4) — Accelerated, inquiry-based Euler Programme and competition training; rich culture for mathematically talented learners. (Research Institute)

10) River Valley High School — IP school with the Mathematics Leaders Academy; structured mentorship and research exposure for high-ability students. (rivervalleyhigh.moe.edu.sg)

Competition signal (recent): SMO 2024 school awards and top individual results prominently feature HCI, NUS High, RI, RGS and others—consistent with their long-standing math ecosystems. (sms.math.nus.edu.sg)

Quick FAQ for Parents (2026)

What exactly is G3 Mathematics?
Under Full SBB, Mathematics is available at G1/G2/G3. G3 is the most demanding track—broadly comparable to the old Express depth. Placement is by subject readiness and can be reviewed over time. (Ministry of Education)

Does school choice “lock in” G3 access?
Full SBB lets students mix levels by subject, so G3 access isn’t exclusive to a small set of schools. That said, schools with strong maths ecosystems make it easier to sustain stretch + support. (Ministry of Education)

Should we use PSLE cut-offs to choose?
Cut-offs show demand, not teaching quality. Look at curriculum pages, talent programmes, competition training, and transition data to H2/IB HL Maths. Some media compile PSLE-based lists, but they aren’t official rankings. (Sunny City Kids)

How to decide (beyond brand names)

  1. Curriculum fit – Read the school’s maths page and check for enrichment/talent tracks (Euler, SMTP, AIM, MLA). (Research Institute)
  2. Stretch pathways – Ask about Olympiad coaching or partnerships (SMO training, seminars). (Research Institute)
  3. Upper-sec continuity – For A-Levels/IB, confirm H2/IB HL readiness support. (hci.edu.sg)
  4. Full SBB flexibility – Ensure the school actively supports moving up to G3 when ready. (Ministry of Education)

How BukitTimahTutor.com can help

At BukitTimahTutor.com, we teach from first principles in 3-pax small groups—so students build conceptual fluency before speed, then progress to competition-style problems when ready. We design roadmaps that:

  • prepare Sec 1–2 students for G3 depth (algebraic fluency, functions, reasoning),
  • bridge to Upper-Sec A-Math/H2/IB HL proof and modelling, and
  • offer SMO/SASMO tracks for students who want the extra challenge. (SMO reference for parents here.) (sms.math.nus.edu.sg)

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Bottom line: All Math course are about the match—your child’s readiness, the school’s maths culture, and the support system outside school. The “Best” are highly debated but can act as a guide for best-fit customisation. Choose wisely and you shall be rewarded.