DSA-Sec preparation for P6 students · Coding, Robotics, Innovation & STEM

STEM GENIUS

STEM GENIUS · DSA-SEC PREPARATION

Build a Stronger DSA Portfolio in Coding, Robotics & STEM.

DSA-Sec allows Primary 6 students to apply to selected secondary schools before PSLE based on their talents and strengths. STEM Genius helps students build skills, projects, achievements and presentation confidence so they can showcase their potential clearly.

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P6 DSA-Sec preparation

Portfolio & project building

Competition achievement showcasing

Presentation, mentorship & personal development

Speak to Our DSA Team

Tell us about your child’s current coding or robotics experience and we’ll guide you on the next step.

Prefer email? enquiry@stem-genius.com

STEM.org Accredited

Harvard Creative Computing

Stanford Design Thinking

Competition-focused mentorship

CODING ROBOTICS INNOVATION DESIGN THINKING DSA PREPARATION

DSA PREPARATION

Four Areas That Strengthen a DSA Profile

STEM Genius combines portfolio building, targeted skill development, mentorship, presentation practice and competition exposure to help students show their passion, skills and potential.

PORTFOLIO BUILDING · CODING & ROBOTICS

Portfolio Building

We help students organise coding and robotics achievements, project work, competition results, innovative solutions and meaningful contributions into a portfolio that clearly shows what they can do.

What We Work On

Select the strongest projects and achievements

Document coding and robotics work clearly

Highlight innovation and problem-solving

Show growth, initiative and commitment

Prepare evidence that supports school applications

Key Outcomes

Clear portfolio narrative

Stronger evidence of ability

Better project documentation

More confident self-presentation

SKILL ENHANCEMENT · PROJECT WORK

Skill Enhancement

Targeted classes, workshops and projects help students deepen their coding and robotics abilities and create stronger work that can support a DSA application.

What We Work On

Coding fundamentals and advanced problem-solving

Robotics design, building and programming

Projects matched to student strengths

Iteration, testing and debugging

Practice explaining technical decisions

Key Outcomes

Stronger technical depth

More polished projects

Better problem-solving habits

Evidence of sustained learning

PRESENTATION · MENTORSHIP

Presentation & Mentorship

Students practise presenting their work to peers, teachers or mentors, receive constructive feedback, and learn to communicate the thinking behind their projects with greater clarity.

What We Work On

Present projects to peers, teachers and mentors

Explain the problem, process and solution

Answer follow-up questions clearly

Receive feedback, guidance and recommendations

Build communication and leadership skills

Key Outcomes

Clearer project explanations

Stronger presentation confidence

Better communication under pressure

Mentor-supported growth

COMPETITIONS · ACHIEVEMENT SHOWCASING

Competition & Achievement Building

Competition participation gives students a chance to apply their coding and robotics skills, gain recognition, work as a team and build a track record of achievements that can strengthen their portfolio.

What We Work On

Prepare for coding and robotics competitions

Apply skills to real challenge briefs

Work as a team under constraints

Build a track record of achievements

Reflect on results and improve

Key Outcomes

Recognised achievements

Stronger teamwork

Resilience and leadership

Portfolio-ready competition evidence

WHY STEM GENIUS

Why Families Choose STEM Genius

STEM.org Accredited

STEM Genius states that it was the first academy in Singapore to be accredited by STEM.org, reflecting a quality-focused STEM programme.

World-Class Learning Foundations

Its learning approach draws on recognised resources including Harvard Creative Computing, Google CS First and the MOE science syllabus.

Design Thinking Mindset

Stanford Design Thinking principles are used to develop creativity and solution-focused problem-solving.

Small Classes, Experienced Trainers

STEM Genius highlights small class sizes together with experienced and qualified trainers so students can receive focused guidance.

PAST COMPETITION WINNERS

Achievements That Strengthen Your Child’s DSA Portfolio

Under STEM Genius, Bill Li Junxian placed 3rd in the National Robotics Competition and placed within the Top 20 students in Singapore Science Centre’s Code Olympiad .

Bill Li Junxian | NRC and Code Olympiad

Poo Yuzhi is the 2025 Winner of the National Robotics Competition.

“They [STEM Genius] help by letting us build robots, coding the robots and weekly coder questions…

I’ve improved my coding and now I can do stuff like Python and Lua “

Poo Yuzhi | Winner of NRC

Our school soared to victory in the recent national robotics competition (NRC 2023) with 75 % of our teams got into top 12 and 1 team winning the Judges’ award. Students showcased exceptional innovation, technical prowess and presentation skills. The teams’ collaborative spirit and unwavering determination were evident throughout the competition, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and problem-solving abilities. This win not only solidifies our school’s commitment to fostering excellence in STEM education but also highlights our students’ exceptional talent and potential in the field of STEM.

Congratulations to SGeniusBot team for winning the Judges Award

Congratulations to these teams for winning Top 12 Award

1. BakedPotato

2. Rescue

3. SGeniusBot

How DSA Preparation Works

Assess Strengths & Goals

We review your child’s coding or robotics experience, projects, achievements and the DSA areas they want to pursue.

Build Skills, Projects & Evidence

Targeted learning, project work and competition opportunities help strengthen both capability and portfolio evidence.

Practise Presentation & Application Readiness

Students refine how they explain their work, present achievements and demonstrate passion, potential, teamwork and leadership.

FAQ

Questions Parents Ask About DSA-Sec

What is DSA-Sec?

DSA-Sec allows Primary 6 students to apply to selected secondary schools before taking the PSLE, based on talents and strengths such as sports, arts, academic areas and other recognised talent areas.

How can STEM Genius help with DSA preparation?

STEM Genius supports portfolio building, skill enhancement, mentorship, presentation practice, achievement showcasing through competitions, and personal development in areas such as communication, teamwork and leadership.

What can go into a coding or robotics DSA portfolio?

Useful evidence can include coding and robotics projects, competition wins or results, innovative solutions, and other significant contributions that demonstrate skill, growth and commitment.

Can students apply through coding, robotics, innovation or STEM?

Yes. STEM Genius maintains a list of secondary schools with DSA talent areas related to coding, robotics, innovation and STEM. School offerings can change, so check each school’s current DSA criteria before applying.

How is the DSA-Sec application submitted?

The STEM Genius DSA guide states that applications are submitted through the DSA-Sec Portal and there are no application fees. Families who cannot apply online can approach the child’s primary school for assistance.

Ready to Strengthen Your Child’s DSA Profile?

Build coding and robotics skills, organise a stronger portfolio, and prepare your child to present their work with confidence.