Basketball

Direct School Admission (DSA) Actualising Sportsmanship Through Basketball Programme

Background

The DSA-Sec Exercise was first introduced in 2004 as part of MOE's move towards a more flexible and broad-based education system. Under the DSA-Sec Exercise, participating secondary schools will be able to select a percentage of their students for admission outside of the centralised posting system, via their own selection criteria. These criteria can include diverse academic and non-academic achievements and talents.

With the tweak in the DSA-Sec-Exercise for 2018 whereby all schools can offer up to 20% of the Secondary One places to students, Unity Secondary School, with the years of experience, is well-equipped with the expertise to maximise the potential of this larger pool of talent.

School Vision 

Our vision is to nurture students to Lifelong Learners, Inspiring Leaders. We believe that sports provide a platform to equip our students with the values of Respect, Compassion, Commitment, Integrity and Perseverance to develop the child leadership qualities.

Achievements

The tables below summarises our basketball achievements which affirms the effective structures and processes that we have put in place within the programme despite our school’s short history.

Based on the previous NSG format:

* in selected years

Based on the new NSG format:

* in selected years

Over the past few years, Unity has produced many outstanding players who went on to represent Singapore Schools as well as Singapore at youth, national and professional levels. Unity Secondary School provides a conducive environment for our players to develop character and to achieve excellence.

Programme 

Unity Secondary School has a comprehensive development programme to groom our basketballers into outstanding players.  Besides building the essential skills and knowledge, the programme is structured to provide players with a range of experiences that go beyond just playing of the game. These include

• Umpiring matches

• Organising intra- and inter-school tournaments

• Coaching junior players

• Mental Strength Training

• Overseas Training Tours (e.g. Malaysia, Taiwan, etc.)

We have a team of passionate, committed and experienced teachers and coaches who oversee the physical, social and emotional well-being as well as the academic progress of the players.

Wall of Fame in Unity

Jr. NBA Singapore All-Stars 2018 ↗ (opens in new tab)

Check out Esther's sharing ↗ (opens in new tab)

Check out Delvin's sharing ↗ (opens in new tab)

Selection Criteria, Application Procedure and Contacts

Selection Criteria

Parents and students are encouraged to choose schools wisely based on the student’s aptitudes and strengths, bearing in mind the schools’ academic and non-academic requirements, and the programmes available to develop the area of talent.

Students who have successfully admitted to the school through DSA are expected to honour their commitment and participate in the activities related to the talent that they have selected for the number of years in the school.

Application Procedure

1) Parents can log in to the DSA-Sec portal with SingPass to apply. Application for DSA-Sec can be submitted through the online DSA-Sec Portal. The application is free-of-charge and will be open in May.

For more details, please refer to MOE website – www.moe.gov.sg/dsa-sec ↗ (opens in new tab).

2) If you are unable to apply online, approach your child's primary school for assistance. Closing date for DSA application:  2nd June 2026.

All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application via post by 17 Aug - 28 Aug 2026.

Note:
Other applicants not studying in MOE mainstream primary schools. They need to apply for a Registration Number (RGxxxxxxx) to access the DSA-Sec Portal. Schools may refer them to MOE website at: https://go.gov.sg/nmsdsa-sec-application ↗ (opens in new tab)

Contacts

Mr Low Yee Fun
HOD PE/CCA
Tel: 67671070 ext 363
Email: low_yee_fun@moe.edu.sg ↗ (opens in new tab)

Ms Sherry Goh
DSA Coordinator
Tel: 67671070 ext 231
Email: goh_meow_peng_sherry@moe.edu.sg ↗ (opens in new tab)

General Office
67671070
Email: unity_ss@moe.edu.sg ↗ (opens in new tab)

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Actualising Sportsmanship Through Basketball Niche Programme

1. Who can apply for DSA?

   • All Primary 6 students who meet the selection criteria.

2. How do I apply?

   • Students can apply through the DSA-Sec portal with their parent’s SingPass. Alternatively, students and parents may approach the primary school for assistance.

3. Are there any specific selection criteria?

   • Basketball skill test, interview and primary school academic results will be taken into consideration for the DSA selection.

4. When and how will I know the results of my application?

   • All applicants will be informed of the results of their application by post.

5. Must my child meet your schools’ minimum cut-off points even if he is selected through DSA for admission to your school?

   • Under the DSA-Sec Exercise, participating secondary schools will be able to select a percentage of their students for admission outside of the centralised posting system, via their own selection criteria. As long as your child qualifies the AL requirement, he/she is eligible for admission to our school via DSA.