Kindergarten
Early Years
A friendly assessment with the Head of Primary.
Admissions open all year, Early Years to Year 11. Chat with admissions →
Admissions
Choosing the right school is a significant decision, and our admissions team will help you every step of the way. Admission is open to students of all nationalities throughout the year.
- Reply within one business day
- Admission open all year
- All nationalities welcome
Admissions message
Thank you for considering PGS for your child
We welcome families who seek an education distinguished by quality, credibility and global perspective. Admission to Pelican Grammar School means joining a community committed to excellence and to preparing students for the next stage of their academic journey.
What your child joins
- Pearson-accredited education
- The only school in Timor-Leste with Pearson accreditation
- The Pearson Edexcel IGCSE programme
- A pathway to higher education through Sunway University
- A premium academic experience with global relevance
Entry assessments
How each stage is assessed
Final acceptance to the school is determined by the Principal / Head of School.
Primary
Years 1–3
Age-appropriate entrance tests and an assessment in English and Mathematics.
Primary & Secondary
Years 4–11
An age-appropriate entrance test with an English assessment.
How to apply
Six steps to a place at PGS
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Chat with admissions
Message us on WhatsApp. Our admissions staff reply within one business day to guide you through the process.
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Application form
Complete the application form and make sure all necessary documents are included.
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Application fee
Applications are accepted and reviewed once payment and all required documents have been received.
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Entrance assessment
All students sit an age-appropriate assessment and/or attend an admission interview. Admissions will contact you to arrange it.
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Offer letter
You are informed of the assessment result, and successful applicants receive a letter of offer.
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Acceptance & registration
On receipt of the offer letter, the registration fee and refundable deposit are collected.
- Reply within one business day
- Admission open all year
- All nationalities welcome
Questions parents ask
Before you message us
Can my child join in the middle of the school year?
Yes. Admission to PGS is open to students of all nationalities throughout the year.
How does the entrance assessment work?
Early Years children have a friendly assessment with the Head of Primary. Years 1–3 sit age-appropriate tests in English and Mathematics. Years 4–11 sit an age-appropriate entrance test with an English assessment. Final acceptance is decided by the Principal / Head of School.
Which curriculum does PGS follow?
Pearson throughout: a Pearson-inspired, play-based Early Years curriculum, the Pearson Primary programme, and the Pearson Edexcel IGCSE in Secondary. PGS is the only Pearson-accredited school in Timor-Leste.
My child is still learning English. Can they join?
Yes. We provide English as an Additional Language (EAL) support, so every student can thrive in our classrooms.
What are the school hours?
Early Years runs 8.30am to 12.30pm, Monday to Friday. Primary and Secondary run 8.30am to 4.20pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am to 12.30pm on Friday, with extra-curricular activities (ECA) from 4.30pm to 5.30pm.
What happens after IGCSE?
Our collaboration with Sunway University gives students a pathway to higher education, alongside options to study in Timor-Leste or abroad.
How much are the fees?
Our admissions team shares the current fee schedule on WhatsApp when you message us.
Not ready to visit yet?
Get the PGS prospectus on WhatsApp
Curriculum, entry assessments and a campus guide in one file you can share with your family. Send us a message and we'll reply with it.
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