School of the Arts Singapore

the school of the arts (sota) is singapore’s first national pre-tertiary specialised arts school with a six-year integrated arts and academic curriculum, leading to the international baccalaureate (ib) diploma or career-related programme, for youths aged 13-18 years old. under the ambit of the ministry of culture, community and youth (mccy), sota offers a dedicated development path for those who have interest and show early talent in the arts, providing a learning environment where both the artistic and academic potential can best be realised. with a vision to nurture creative citizens for the future, sota aims to identify and groom artistic and creative learners who positively impact singapore and the world, through a vibrant learning environment that is anchored in the arts. a school of the future, sota embraces a holistic educational philosophy that celebrates experimentation, expression and discovery.