Volleyball

Direct School Admission (DSA) Actualising Sportsmanship Through Volleyball 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's leadership qualities.

Achievements

The table 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.

* in selected years

With the introduction of the DSA for our school Volleyball, we will propel our school volleyball team to the next level and excel in the National Schools Games. With the vision to develop our students into Lifelong Learners, Inspiring Leaders, our school promise to provide a conducive environment for our volleyball players to develop character and to achieve excellence.

Our Programme

Unity Secondary School has a comprehensive development programme to develop students who are passionate about playing volleyball, with or without playing experience in Primary Schools. With sound development strategy in place, we aim to groom our incoming volleyball talents 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 but not limited to:

• Umpiring matches

• Organising intra- and inter-school invitational tournaments

• Coaching junior players

• Mental Strength Training

• Overseas Training Tours (eg. Malaysia, Taiwan etc.)

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

Selection Criteria, Application Procedure and Contacts

Selection Criteria

Physical Proficiency Test

Includes evaluation on speed, strength, agility, jumping ability and coordination.

Volleyball Skills Assessment

Includes evaluation on the six volleyball skills: Serving, Passing, Setting, Spiking, Blocking and Digging.

Interview

Face-to-face interview on the selection day to get to know potential candidates and understand their interests and needs.

Others

Review of primary school academic results, testimonials, conduct and CCA records.

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 email and 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@schools.gov.sg ↗ (opens in new tab)

Mr Justin Tan
DSA Coordinator
Email: tan_gim_yong@schools.gov.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 Volleyball Programme

1. 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.

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

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

3. What is the frequency and duration of the volleyball training?

   • Volleyball training will be twice per week (Wed and Fri). 2-3 hours per session. The frequency of training sessions may change during NSG season.

4. 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 equalities for either the Express, Normal Academic or Normal Technical stream, he/she is eligible for admission to our school via DSA.