Students' Achievements

2026

Art Club CCA – Singapore Youth Festival 2026 Arts Presentation

We are thrilled to announce that our Art Club CCA has achieved a remarkable milestone at the Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) 2026 Arts Presentation. This year, SYF commemorates its 60th anniversary under the inspiring theme 'SYF 60: The ArtsXPerience - Inspire, Connect, Empower', a celebration that recognises students' artistic growth and the creative processes that foster innovation, build meaningful connections, and empower young people to make a positive impact through the arts.

The 2026 exhibition theme, 'Artist and XPerience', invited students to reflect on their personal artistic journeys -  the breakthrough moments, happy accidents, and hard-won discoveries that shape each artist's evolving creative voice. It is a theme that speaks to the heart of what art-making truly is, not merely the final piece on display, but the entire process of exploration, experimentation, and self-discovery that leads to it.

We are proud to share that in this highly competitive showcase, four of our Art Club members rose to the occasion and produced works of exceptional quality and depth. Their artworks have each been awarded the Certificate of Recognition and selected for the on-site exhibition, which is a testament to their dedication, creativity, and growth as young artists.

Their works will be displayed at the National Gallery Singapore from 4 to 19 July 2026. This is a wonderful opportunity to witness the talent and passion that our Art Club members have poured into their creative journeys. We warmly invite all Peicaians to visit the exhibition and show your support for your fellow schoolmates. Let us celebrate their achievements together and be inspired by the stories their art has to tell.

Catergory A_shortlisted artwork 1 for SYF exhibition 2026
Catergory A_shortlisted artwork 2 for SYF exhibition 2026
Catergory A_shortlisted artwork 3 for SYF exhibition 2026
Catergory B_shortlisted artwork for SYF exhibition 2026
overview of shortlisted artwork for SYF exhibition 2026

Our Debate Society team represented Peicai Secondary School in the Dunman High Debate Open (DHDO), competing against participants from 30 secondary schools across Singapore.

 The event aimed to provide a platform for young debaters to sharpen their critical thinking, public speaking, and argumentation skills through friendly yet competitive debate rounds. It also sought to encourage interaction and learning among students from different schools while promoting greater interest in debating within the secondary school community. Debaters engaged in rigorous and thought-provoking debates, showcasing strong teamwork, confidence, and analytical skills.

 Our team was awarded 5^th place in the tournament, with three speakers placed in the Top 20 Best Speakers in the competition. ZOE KATHERINE LEE BUCKALEW was awarded the 15th Overall Best Speaker, ANGEL ONG SI TING awarded the 11th Overall Best Speaker and OLIVIA ANNE BEGGERLY the 3rd Overall Best Speaker in the entire tournament.

We are proud to share that our school’s Concert Band has attained a Silver Award at the Asia Pacific Band Festival (APBF) 2026, held on 29 April 2026 at the NUS University Cultural Centre.

Under the baton of Mr Erik Tan, the band delivered a commendable performance comprising two pieces:  Stars of Tomorrow by Wong Kah Chun and Fate of the Gods by Steven Reineke. The performance showcased both musicality and technical proficiency on a regional stage.

This achievement is the result of months of unwavering dedication and perseverance. Leading up to the festival, band members committed countless hours of rigorous rehearsals, sectionals and individual practice. The journey was not without its challenges, as students worked through complex musical passages, refined ensemble coordination and pushed themselves to meet the high standards required for regional competition.

Beyond the rehearsal room, the band also demonstrated resilience and teamwork in overcoming logistical and preparatory hurdles to participate in the event. From managing tight schedules to maintaining consistency and morale, every member played a vital role in ensuring the band was performance-ready. Their collective effort reflects not only musical growth but also the development of discipline, responsibility and camaraderie.

Organised by the Band Directors’ Association (Singapore), the festival brings together school and community wind bands from across the Asia-Pacific region. It provides musicians with opportunities to perform, receive professional adjudication and further develop their musical skills.

This year’s distinguished panel of adjudicators comprised:

●      Dr Nipat Kanchanahud (Conductor-in-Residence, Kasetsart University Wind Symphony, Thailand)
●      Mr Hirokazu Amakasu (Conductor of Kanagawa University Symphonic Band, Japan)
●      ME5 Ignatius Wang Ke Bin (Director of Music, Singapore Armed Forces Central Band)

We congratulate all band members on this well-deserved achievement and look forward to their continued musical excellence in upcoming performances.

The 1st National Secondary School Chinese Debate Competition 2026, jointly organised by the Committee to Promote Chinese Language Learning (CPCLL) and the Tan Kah Kee Foundation, brought together talented secondary school Chinese debaters from across Singapore. To provide students with opportunities to develop their language and critical thinking skills, Peicai Secondary School formed a Chinese Debate Team comprising Secondary Three and Secondary Four Higher Chinese students to participate in this prestigious competition.

Peicaians Chinese debate team during the Preliminary Round.

The objectives of the competition were to strengthen students’ Chinese debating skills, deepen their understanding of current affairs and social issues, and nurture their critical thinking and analytical abilities. The competition also aimed to improve students’ confidence in using Chinese for public speaking and communication, while allowing them to interact with peers from different schools who share a passion for the Chinese language and debate.

Despite having limited experience in competitive debating, the students worked hard within a short period of time to familiarise themselves with debate rules and formats. They also underwent intensive training to improve their argumentation, rebuttal, questioning, and public speaking skills. Throughout the preparation process, the students demonstrated strong commitment, teamwork, and resilience.

In the preliminary round held on 16 April 2026, Peicai Secondary School achieved an impressive victory against Anglican High School with a unanimous judges’ score of 6–0. In addition, Li Kunpeng from 3EE was awarded the title of Best Speaker for his outstanding performance, clear argumentation, and confident delivery.

Debate team with the panelist during the Preliminary Round.

The team subsequently advanced to the Round of 16 held on 30 April 2026, where they faced the strong and experienced team from Hwa Chong Institution. Although the team was eventually eliminated from the competition, the students displayed courage, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the match. They remained composed under pressure and gave their best effort in representing the school. For a newly formed and relatively young team, achieving a Top 16 placing in a national-level competition was a remarkable accomplishment.

Second Round of competition against Hwa Chong Institution.

Through this competition, students not only improved their debating, communication, and critical thinking skills, but also developed greater interest and confidence in learning and using the Chinese language. More importantly, they learned valuable lessons in teamwork, perseverance, and resilience, making this a meaningful and memorable experience for all participants.

Modern Dance CCA – Five-Stars Distinction Award at Open Stage Dance Competition

On 5 April 2026 (Sunday), 24 dancers from Modern Dance CCA proudly represented the school at the Open Stage Dance Competition 2026, held as part of the PAssionArts Festival 2026 and presented by Tampines Central CACC and Our Tampines Hub.

Host: Hazelle Teo, Mediacorp Radio Yes 933 DJ
Esteemed Judges: Cai Shiji, Melvin Tang, Shahbirul Zaki Ahmad and Yutaki Ong

Centred on this year’s theme, Our Neighbourhood Gems, the competition provided a meaningful platform for our dancers to showcase their artistry while fostering a strong sense of community and camaraderie.

Interaction with Dr Charlene Chen, Chairperson of Tampines East (Tampines GRC)

The dancers presented the piece titled “Quiet Radiance”, an exploration of trust, friendship, and vulnerability. The dancers moved through moments of hesitation, connection, and unspoken tension, revealing the quiet strength that emerges in the space between support and independence. Through their movements, they reveal a story that is felt rather than spoken, where courage quietly emerges in the act of vulnerability.

We are proud to share that the team emerged 1st place in the Contemporary Dance category and attained the Five-Star Distinction Award.

The dancers delivered an impactful performance which resonated with the judges and audience, marked by emotional depth and remarkable stage presence. One of the judges, Mr Melvin Tang, commended the dancers for their ability to portray vulnerability and emotional maturity in the piece through their facial expressions, musicality and movements.

Dancers listening intently to feedback from Mr Melvin Tang

This accomplishment is a testament to the dancers’ hard work, discipline, commitment to excellence, as well as their determination to do the school proud. Behind this achievement were weeks of rigorous training, unwavering dedication, and countless hours of refining technique and synchronisation.

Presentation of Award

On 8 April 2026 (Wednesday), Tabuloc Marissa Joy Valerie Gepulango from Class 4CY and Maegan Tan from Class 3HY went up on stage during Morning Assembly to share the piece of good news with the school.

Valerie (4CY) and Maegan (3HY) sharing the good news with the school

Our Principal, Mr Michael, presented the medals to the dancers and commended them for their determination and resilience.

Presentation of medals by Mr Michael
Dancers standing proud and tall with their medals

We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to the parents, teachers, and students who came down on the competition day to support the dancers. Your presence and encouragement greatly uplifted the dancers’ morale and fueled their performance on stage.

Congratulations to our Modern Dance CCA dancers on this outstanding achievement!

Softball Carnival 2026: A Winning Finish for Team Peicai

During the March holidays, our boys’ and girls’ softball teams participated in the Softball Carnival 2026, hosted by Greendale Secondary School. The carnival provided a valuable platform for our players to compete against teams from Assumption English School, Woodlands Ring Secondary School, and Geylang Methodist Secondary School, alongside the host school.

Team Peicai with the medals

Despite the challenging weather conditions, our Softballers demonstrated remarkable resilience, teamwork, and determination throughout the tournament. Their strong performance and fighting spirit paid off, as both the boys’ and girls’ teams clinched an impressive first-place finish in their respective categories.

We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to Coach Thomas, Mr Lee, Mdm Soo, Ms Safura, Ms Tao, and Mr Zamir for their unwavering support and guidance. Their dedication ensured not only the teams’ success, but also the safety and well-being of all players during the competition.

Congratulations to our Softball teams on this outstanding achievement! 🎉

Singapore Science & Engineering Festival (SSEF) 2026

We are incredibly proud of our students Tan Yi Zhong (3PN) and Lukas Ng Hanlong (3EE), who have been selected to present their innovative research project at the Singapore Science & Engineering Festival (SSEF).

Tan Yi Zhong (3PN) and Lukas Ng Hanlong (3EE) (from left to right)

Following this significant achievement, Lukas and Yi Zhong also took to the stage during a recent school assembly to share their learning journey with the Peicai community. They spoke about their research process, challenges encountered, and the inspiration behind their project, giving their peers a valuable glimpse into authentic scientific inquiry.

Assembly sharing on 4 March

Their presentation reflected strong scientific curiosity, creativity, and confidence, as well as the courage to explore new ideas and communicate them clearly to a wider audience. It was truly heartening to see our students exemplify the spirit of inquiry, collaboration, and perseverance that lies at the heart of STEM learning.

Project Title:
Evaluation of Anti-fungal Activity of Dried Flower Extracts Clitoria ternatea, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis and Ixora coccinea on Candida Albicans and Trichophyton Rubrum

Date of Showcase: 11 March 2026 (12-4PM)

Venue: Singapore Expo

A big congratulations to our young innovators for flying the Peicai flag high and representing the school with pride.
We warmly invite all students, parents, teachers, and members of the public to come down to the Expo to show your support and be inspired by their work!

2025

Outstanding Achievements in SMC & AMO

Peicai Secondary School is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students in the Singapore Math Challenge (SMC) 2025 and the American Mathematics Olympiad (AMO) 2025. Their accomplishments reflect strong mathematical reasoning, perseverance, and a commitment to excellence.

Singapore Math Challenge (SMC) 2025

The Singapore Math Challenge (SMC) is an international mathematics competition that develops critical thinking skills and challenges students with rigorous, problem-solving tasks.

Exemplary Award (Gold)
Chua Dong Han Clifton (3EE)
Wang Sihan (3EE)
Jervin Yeo Kai Jie (4EE)
Khoo Xin Yuan (4EE)

Outstanding Award (Silver)
Charlotte Voon Tze Shyn (2MN)
Oliver Tang Yu Ho (3EE)

Commendable Award (Bronze)
Tan Jin Xiu (2CN)	Ong En Le (3EE)
Doricia Chen En Xin (3EE)	Syirin Alkhairah Binte Mohamad Farhan (3EE)
Keira Low Yi Jhun (3EE)	Adriel Ng Jun De (4EE)
Li Kunpeng (3EE)	Austin Kong Jia He (4EE)
Lim Qi En Cadee (3EE)	Castillo Zian Denver Menciano (4EE)
Nur Asyura Alesha Binte Muhammad Azhar (3PN)	Palim Rai (4EE)

Honourable Mention
Lin Xuteng (2EE)
Josette Yao Ruihan (3EE)
Maque Lana Ross Padilla (3EE)
Terrell Chua Bei Hao (3EE)

 American Mathematics Olympiad (AMO) 2025

The American Mathematics Olympiad (AMO) provides students with opportunities to further develop advanced problem-solving skills and compete on an international platform.

Bronze
Hiok Zhi Hao Isaiah (2CE)
Yi Yuxuan (3EE)

We warmly congratulate all our awardees on their accomplishments. Your dedication, resilience, and passion for mathematics continue to inspire the Peicai community. We look forward to seeing you achieve greater heights in the future!

Our SMC and AMO award winners proudly receiving their certificates alongside Vice Principal Mr Shue. Well done to all for your remarkable achievements!

Congratulations to Jervin Yeo Kai Jie (4EE) on clinching the SMC 2025 Exemplary Award (Gold)! A well-deserved recognition of his hard work and mathematical excellence.	Hiok Zhi Hao Isaiah (2CE) receiving the AMO 2025 Bronze Award. Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement in an international mathematics competition.

Volleyball Girls C Division NSG League 3 Runners Up 2025

This year, our C Division Volleyball Girls Team achieved a commendable milestone by qualifying for the League 3 Finals at the National School Games (NSG). They have broken a nearly 30 year wait for a medal ever since we were featured in the North Finals back in 1995.

The National School Games (NSG) is the largest annual inter-school competition in Singapore, organised by schools for schools. It is a highly anticipated event in the sporting calendar, offering more than 400 championship titles to over 60,000 student athletes across primary schools, secondary schools, junior colleges, and centralised institutions. The NSG not only provides opportunities for healthy competition, but also cultivates values such as resilience, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

Throughout the NSG competitions, the girls displayed unwavering grit and determination, training hard and giving their very best in every match. In the Finals, they put up an inspiring fight against Queenstown Secondary, playing with heart and perseverance, before finishing as League 3 Runners-up.

This journey in preparing for the NSG reflects the spirit of commitment and teamwork, and the school is proud of the girls’ accomplishment. Thank you to the school leaders, teachers-in-charge, and the coaches for their guidance and steadfast support throughout the season, and to the girls for proudly flying our school flag high.

Marching onward in our Final Game of the season

All smiles for everyone is a Winner in any Final

A proud moment for the team as the Team Captain presents the trophy to Mr Michael during the award ceremony

Group photo with Mr Michael during the Award Ceremony in school with our teachers.

Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation – Concert Band Distinction Award

We are proud to share that our school’s Concert Band has achieved a Distinction in the recent Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation – marking a historic milestone as the first time in 20 years the band has reached this level of excellence.

Under the baton of our dedicated conductor – Mr Erik Tan, the band delivered a powerful and moving performance of Overture No. 1 by Kelly Tang and The Witch and The Saint by Steven Reineke. Both works demanded a high level of technical precision, musical sensitivity and ensemble coordination, all of which were delivered with commendable professionalism and artistry by our students.

This outstanding achievement is the result of months of unwavering commitment, especially during the band intensive sessions. Our students pushed through long rehearsals, overcame personal and collective challenges, and grew not only as musicians but as a united ensemble. Their perseverance, teamwork and passion for music have truly paid off.

We celebrate this well-deserved distinction and applaud every member of the band for their hard work and dedication. This momentous success is a testament to what can be achieved through resilience and hard work, and it will undoubtedly inspire future generations of band members to dream big.

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NCC (Sea) Unit Achievement: Distinction Award 2024

We are delighted to announce that our school's NCC (Sea) Unit has achieved the Distinction Award in the Unit Recognition (UR) assessment for 2024. This prestigious accolade reflects the outstanding commitment and achievements of our cadets and teacher officers throughout the year.

Our unit demonstrated excellence across various assessment criteria, including unit administration, training management, and cadet leadership development. The cadets showed remarkable proficiency in seamanship, navigation, and maritime knowledge whilst maintaining high standards in foot drills and physical training.

Key achievements this year included:

1. Captain's Ball (Girls) clinching 2nd Runner Up position in the inter-unit competition

2. Qualifying as finalists in the 15th Air/Sea District Preliminaries for Free Style Drill Competition

3. Securing 5th place nationally in the challenging 12 km Canoe Marathon

4. Participated in the International Student Exchange Programme - India

5. Conquered Mt Ophir: Ex Puncak

The unit's dedication to developing both technical skills and character has been particularly noteworthy. Our cadets have consistently displayed the core values of loyalty, leadership, and commitment to excellence.

This achievement would not have been possible without the unwavering support of our school leaders, dedicated teacher officers, and alumni volunteers. We also extend our gratitude to parents for their continued support of their children's co-curricular activities.

Moving forward, our unit remains committed to nurturing future-ready leaders with a strong maritime interest and robust character.

Lunar Prosperity in Action: Students unleash their creativity in our Lo Hei design competition, blending tradition with artistic flair!

Precision & Focus: Our Secondary 2s honing their marksmanship skills at IMT Shooting - building confidence with every shot!
Adventure Awaits: Secondary 1s strategising and having a blast at Singapore Discovery Centre's Laser Tag arena!
Maritime Explorers: Secondary 2s get an exclusive peek into naval operations during their visit to Changi Naval Base.
Paddling to Success: Our kayakers earning their One Star certification - mastering new waters with determination!
Camp Champions: Students racing through challenges in our June Camp Amazing Race - teamwork makes the dream work!
Marching with Pride: Our students representing the school with distinction in the NDP Marching Contingent.
International Student Exchange Programme - India
Conquering Mt Ophir: Ex Puncak

Girl Guides World Thinking Day Commemoration

Peicai Girl Guides

On February 22nd, schools across the world celebrate World Thinking Day, a special occasion when Girl Guides and Brownies come together to honour international friendship and raise awareness on issues affecting girls and young women.

The Theme for World Thinking Day this year is Our Story. Reflecting on the symbolism and values of our Movement, “Our Story” explores what it has meant to be a Girl Guide over the years. This includes exploring how Girl Guides can understand the past in the world today, while supporting girls around the world to feel confident, care about their world and develop the skills needed to make a difference.

This year, Brownies and Girl Guides gathered at the Singapore Expo to celebrate World Thinking Day (WTD). This special occasion celebrates our global movement, strengthens international friendships, and shares the inspiring stories of our Guiding community. We were also honoured to have Ms. Candela Gonzalez, Chair of the World Board, WAGGGS, as our Guest of Honour at the special occasion.

In our school, the Girl Guides marked World Thinking Day during the morning assembly by watching an inspiring video message from Dr. Seetha Subbiah, the President of Girl Guides Singapore. This observance was a powerful reminder for everyone to reflect on their role in creating a more inclusive and just world for girls and young women.

Peicai Girl Guides Company at the World Thinking Day Celebrations at Expo on 22 February 2025

Peicai Girl Guides and Guiders at the World Thinking Day Celebrations at Expo on 22 February 2025

Sec 2 - 4 Girl Guides Squad

Peicai Girl Guides commemorating World Thinking Day during Morning Assembly (in the background: WTD Video Message by Dr. Seetha Subbiah, the President of Girl Guides Singapore)

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Singapore Science and Engineering Fair (SSEF)

5 Peicaians took part in the Singapore Science and Engineering Fair (SSEF) that was held on 11-12 March at Singapore Expo. Through this competition, our Peicaians have gained valuable skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and scientific research. Their studies on seed priming and food waste as natural hair dye aimed to promote innovation in both agriculture and personal care, advancing scientific knowledge for a more productive and sustainable future.

Congratulations to our Peicaians Xander (4C4), Zhi Yuan (4C4), Zenith (4C1), Fany (4C4), Lhorein (4C3) for making it into the finals for the 25^th  SSEF!

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On 10^th October 2024, our students participated in the Singapore Math Challenge (SMC).SMC is written by top Singapore Ministry of Education (MOE) teachers and is offered to every country in the world. Singapore Math is taught in over 70 countries globally and SMC will be the standard to measure students and inform parents and teachers with valuable formative and summative assessment data for them to improve teaching and learning.

We are proud to announce that our students have demonstrated outstanding mathematical abilities and achieved remarkable results in this competition. Their hard work and perseverance have been recognised with the following accolades:

Singapore Math Challenge (SMC) 2024

1	GOH JUN XIANG CARLO	4C3	Exemplary Award (Top12%)
2	NICHOLAS TSHING TAN	4C3
3	XANDER KONG JUN CHENG	4C4
4	FANY SALIM	4C4	Outstanding Award (Top 20%)
5	PRATHEEPAN POORNI	4C4
6	SYIRIN ALKHAIRAH BINTE MOHAMAD FARHAN	2CN	Commendable Award (Top 32%)
7	NUR ASYURA ALESHA BINTE MUHAMMAD AZHAR	2EE
8	ADRIEL NG JUN DE	3EE
9	JERVIN YEO KAI JIE	3EE
10	AW LI WU	4B3
11	DAWN EU MUN HAN (YU WENXIAN)	4C3
12	XU NUO	4C3
13	LEONG QIAO EN	4C4
14	TEO ZHI YUAN (ZHANG ZHIYUAN)	4C4
15	YAN SHUXIN	4C4
16	PRATHEEPAN POORNI	4C4

On 7th October 2024, our students participated in the American Mathematics Olympiad (AMO), an international mathematics competition for elementary, middle, and high school students. Jointly organised by the Singapore International Math Contests Centre (SIMCC) and Southern Illinois University (SIU), AMO aims to promote a deeper understanding of mathematics.

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We are delighted to share that our students performed exceptionally well in this rigorous competition, achieving outstanding results:

American Mathematics Olympiad (AMO) 2024

1	JERVIN YEO KAI JIE	3EE	Bronze (Top 20%)
2	XU NUO	4C3
3	XANDER KONG JUN CHENG	4C4
4	GAO XIN	4C3	Honourable Mention (Top 40%)
5	GOH JUN XIANG CARLO	4C3
6	CHAUHAN RUDRA	4C4

We are incredibly proud of our students for their dedication and outstanding achievements in the Singapore Math Challenge (SMC) and American Mathematics Olympiad (AMO). Both the students’ and teachers’ hard work and perseverance have truly paid off.

As we celebrate their success, we also look forward to another exciting year of growth and learning. We encourage all students to continue challenging themselves, embracing the spirit of perseverance, and striving for greater heights.

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