Raffles Institution 2022 Year 5 Open House FAQs

School Life 8

• How many students are there in each level at RI (Year 5-6)?
• Is there a difference between Raffles Institution and Raffles Junior College?
• What are the school hours like at RI?
• What is GAP Day?
• Can you tell me more about the House system in RI?

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Academic Programme 16

• Is there a difference between the academic programme for Raffles Programme students and JAE students?
• What are the subjects offered at RI?
• Is it compulsory for students to offer H1 Mother Tongue at A-level?
• Does RI provide support (e.g. remedial programmes) for students who struggle with their studies?
• Is H2 Computing offered in RI?

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Student Development Matters 4

• What leadership positions are available for students in RI?
• Is it very stressful in RI?
• How many 'dress down' days are there in a week?
• Are there opportunities for students to be involved in overseas immersion or student exchange programmes?

CCAs 7

• Is it compulsory for me to take up a CCA?
• How many CCAs can a student join? For example, is it difficult to juggle Students' Council with another CCA?
• What are the training hours for CCAs like?
• Is Singapore Youth Flying Club (SYFC) a CCA in RI?
• Do IP students have an edge in choosing their CCAs as compared to JAE students?

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Financial Matters 3

• What are the school fees for RI?
• Does RI have any Financial Assistance schemes to help pay for school fees?
• What is the Edusave Scholarship for Independent Schools (ESIS)?

JAE Questions 4

• What is the L1R5 cut-off point for admission to RI?
• If I do not meet the cut-off point, can I appeal to join RI?
• If I meet the cut-off point but do not get posted to RI, how do I appeal?
• How many students are admitted via the Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)?