BIGGER INTAKE
The 15 centres will offer two types of advanced modules: weekly two-hour after-school sessions during term time in English, mathematics or science, as well as interdisciplinary modules held during school holidays.
Classes will be taught by specially trained teachers experienced in working with high-ability students in specific domains. These teachers will not be drawn from the primary school hosting the centre.
Since these modules cater to students with strengths in specific domains, more students will be eligible to take them – slightly more than double the current GEP cohort, MOE said.
The modules are not compulsory, given that students may have other commitments or interests, and students can exit and re-enter the programme. Schools will also be encouraged to nominate students strong in multiple areas for only one subject each semester.
