Finding the right education consultant in Singapore isn’t about who has the most credentials. It’s about fit. The best consultants act as genuine mentors, understand your child’s strengths and aspirations and tailor strategies across DSA, local and international university applications so your child’s authentic story stands out. Not as a manufactured “ideal candidate” profile.

Singapore’s polytechnic graduates face tougher university admission and scholarship hurdles. While 1 in 3 now enter local universities, they must meet higher standards than JC students. Dr Reginald Thio’s decade at SIT teaching over 90 % poly students gives Ryse Education unique insight into their struggles. Ryse turns poly experiences into competitive advantages.

SkillsFuture is transforming education in Singapore by promoting lifelong learning and skills mastery. For students, portfolio building complements strong academic foundations, helping them demonstrate practical skills alongside grades. This balanced approach prepares them for competitive admissions and future job markets, emphasizing both theoretical knowledge and creative application for holistic success.

Singapore's new School-Based Gifted Education (SBGE) programme expands gifted education to the top 10% in every school, using a holistic approach including screening tests, teacher observations, student work, and recommendations. While more inclusive, concerns remain about fairness, potential favoritism, and how the majority outside SBGE will be supported. The shift also raises questions about coaching pressures and maintaining quality across all schools.

Singapore’s SkillsFuture initiative is vital, but upskilling alone isn’t enough in the GenAI era. In a globally competitive market, local workers still face challenges, making it crucial to pair new skills with entrepreneurship and portfolio building. Empower individuals to create value and own their future careers.

More secondary school students in Singapore are taking on internships, even unpaid ones, to build strong portfolios for university applications. At Ryse Education, we’ve long championed early, future-ready preparation. Internships, CCAs, and personal projects help students explore interests, gain real-world skills, and craft compelling stories that set them apart. Start early, build smart, because the students who rise now, lead tomorrow.

Discover AI-resilient skills like investment coaching, martial arts and financial literacy. These future-proof abilities help students stand out in a changing job market and create unique, monetizable opportunities beyond traditional education.

A Primary 6 student’s proudest achievement was serving as chief editor of his class magazine. This simulated case study shows how to turn that experience into a compelling DSA portfolio. We highlight leadership, creativity, and teamwork to prove that authentic storytelling will make any application stand out.