Frequently Asked Questions
APPLICATION
What is the intake assessment process like?
Applicants with special education needs who meet the admission criteria for our autism school (national curriculum) as outlined may be required to attend a screening assessment to ascertain suitability for admission to the school.
For more details on our admissions process, click here.
MOE has a new Section 4. Can we just use the old form instead?
Our application document is aligned to MOE’s. Please use the new Section 4. This can be found here: https://go.gov.sg/spedapplication-asdnc
My child is in a mainstream school! Can I apply / transfer to SAMS?
As of October 2022, all mainstream transfers have to go through MOE. If your child is currently in an existing mainstream school, please approach your child’s School Principal, Psychologist and/or School Special Needs Officer to assist with the transfer to SAMS.
PROGRAMME
What curriculum does the school have? / What subjects does the school teach?
The school follows the National Curriculum. The students will learn the following subjects: English, Mathematics and Science (Primary 3 onwards),
Art, Music, Physical Education, Social Studies and Character and Citizenship.
Please note that the students in SAMS are exempted from taking Mother Tongue Languages.
Does my child have to take Mother Tongue?
Students in SAMS are exempted from taking Mother Tongue (MT) Languages. For more details on MT exemptions, please refer to MOE’s website: https://www.moe.gov.sg/primary/curriculum/mother-tongue-languages/exemption#pslescoring
What are the school fees?
Currently – Singapore Citizens: $150
Singapore PRs: $350
*From July 2025 onwards – Singapore Citizens: $60
Singapore PRs: $350
Will SAMS be setting up a secondary school for students?
Yes, SAMS is welcoming our first Secondary/Vocational cohort in 2026. After PSLE, students (and parents) can choose between staying on in SAMS for academic or vocational options, or go to other general education secondary schools (based on their PSLE results).
ANCILLARY SERVICES (BUS TRANSPORT, SSCC, FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE)
Does the school provide bus transportation?
SAMS engages Annex Transport Services for school bus transportation.
You may call them to get more information:
Annex Transport: 9386 1278 or [email protected]
What areas of Singapore are covered by the bus service?
The bus service currently covers South West and selected areas North West of Singapore. Please check with the bus company to confirm transportation to and fro your location.
How do I apply for a bus subsidy?
If you are a Singaporean or PR, you may refer to this website on more details on eligibility for bus subsidies: https://www.enablingguide.sg/im-looking-for-disability-support/transport/enabling-transport-subsidy
You may email us at [email protected] for the Means-Test Declaration Form to apply for the subsidy. Kindly note that bus subsidy applications are only processed after your child has been enrolled into SAMS.
Do you have a student care / after school care centre?
Yes, we have a special student care centre (SSCC). To be eligible to apply, please note the following requirements:
– Student must be a Singapore Citizen or PR (if the student is a PR, at least one immediate family member must be a Singapore Citizen)
Are there subsidies for the SSCC at your school?
Yes, there is a Student Care Fee Assistance (SCFA) Subsidy. Refer to this website for more details: https://supportgowhere.life.gov.sg/schemes/SCFA/student-care-fee-assistance-scfa
How can I apply for SSCC?
Please register your interest at [email protected]. Kindly note that registration for SSCC is only processed upon confirmation of enrolment to SAMS, and is subject to vacancies.
Can I apply for MOE FAS Assistance?
If you are a Singaporean, some financial assistance from MOE can be made available. Please refer to the MOE website for more details on eligibility: https://www.moe.gov.sg/financial-matters/financial-assistance
You may email us at [email protected] for the application form.
PRIORITY ADMISSION
SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
When is your Open House?
SAMS has 2 scheduled open house dates annually – 15th Feb 2025 and 12th July 2025 (dates to be confirmed).
Frequently Asked Questions
APPLICATION
What is the intake assessment process like?
Applicants with special education needs who meet the admission criteria for our autism school (national curriculum) as outlined may be required to attend a screening assessment to ascertain suitability for admission to the school.
For more details on our admissions process, click here.
MOE has a new Section 4. Can we just use the old form instead?
Our application document is aligned to MOE’s. Please use the new Section 4. This can be found here: https://go.gov.sg/spedapplication-asdnc
My child is in a mainstream school! Can I apply / transfer to SAMS?
As of October 2022, all mainstream transfers have to go through MOE. If your child is currently in an existing mainstream school, please approach your child’s School Principal, Psychologist and/or School Special Needs Officer to assist with the transfer to SAMS.
PROGRAMME
What curriculum does the school have? / What subjects does the school teach?
The school follows the National Curriculum. The students will learn the following subjects: English, Mathematics and Science (Primary 3 onwards),
Art, Music, Physical Education, Social Studies and Character and Citizenship.
Please note that the students in SAMS are exempted from taking Mother Tongue Languages.
Does my child have to take Mother Tongue?
Students in SAMS are exempted from taking Mother Tongue (MT) Languages. For more details on MT exemptions, please refer to MOE’s website: www.moe.gov.sg/primary/curriculum/
mother-tongue-languages/exemption#pslescoring
What are the school fees?
Singapore Citizens: $150
Singapore PRs: $350
*From July 2025 onwards –
Singapore Citizens: $60
Singapore PRs: $350
Will SAMS be setting up a secondary school for students?
Yes, SAMS is welcoming our first Secondary/Vocational cohort in 2026. After PSLE, students (and parents) can choose between staying on in SAMS for academic or vocational options, or go to other general education secondary schools (based on their PSLE results).
ANCILLARY SERVICES (BUS TRANSPORT, SSCC, FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE)
Does the school provide bus transportation?
SAMS engages Annex Transport Services for school bus transportation.
You may call them to get more information:
Annex Transport: 9386 1278 or [email protected]
What areas of Singapore are covered by the bus service?
The bus service currently covers South West and selected areas North West of Singapore. Please check with the bus company to confirm transportation to and fro your location.
How do I apply for a bus subsidy?
If you are a Singaporean or PR, you may refer to this website on more details on eligibility for bus subsidies: https://www.enablingguide.sg/im-looking-for-disability-support/transport/enabling-transport-subsidy
You may email us at [email protected] for the Means-Test Declaration Form to apply for the subsidy. Kindly note that bus subsidy applications are only processed after your child has been enrolled into SAMS.
Do you have a student care / after school care centre?
Yes, we have a special student care centre (SSCC). To be eligible to apply, please note the following requirements:
– Student must be a Singapore Citizen or PR (if the student is a PR, at least one immediate family member must be a Singapore Citizen)
Are there subsidies for the SSCC at your school?
Yes, there is a Student Care Fee Assistance (SCFA) Subsidy. Refer to this website for more details: https://supportgowhere.life.gov.sg/schemes/
SCFA/student-care-fee-assistance-scfa
How can I apply for SSCC?
Please register your interest at [email protected]. Kindly note that registration for SSCC is only processed upon confirmation of enrolment to SAMS, and is subject to vacancies.
Can I apply for MOE FAS Assistance?
If you are a Singaporean, some financial assistance from MOE can be made available. Please refer to the MOE website for more details on eligibility: https://www.moe.gov.sg/financial-matters/financial-assistance
You may email us at [email protected] for the application form.
PRIORITY ADMISSION
SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
When is your Open House?
SAMS has 2 scheduled open house dates annually – 15th Feb 2025 and 12th July 2025 (dates to be confirmed).