Minor and Major Offences

Find out what counts as a minor or major offence at Tampines Secondary School, and the consequences students may face.

Last updated 8 July 2026

Tampinesians are capable of responsible and respectful behaviour towards themselves, peers and teachers. Consequences for misbehaviours are imposed to ensure a safe and secure environment for all members of the school community.

Consequences for committing minor offences include detention and/or school service. Repeat offences will be treated as major offences and will be escalated to higher authorities. Consequences for committing major offences include suspension from class, caning (for boys), involvement of the police and other relevant authorities. Recalcitrant offenders may be placed on prolonged suspension from class and may eventually be expelled from school.

MINOR OFFENCES

Minor offences by category

Attendance	Conduct	Others
• Late for school • Skip classes • Late for class	• Littering • Not doing assignments • Late submission of assignments • Use of vulgar language	• Improper Grooming and Attire • Non-compliance with use of mobile phones

MAJOR OFFENCES

Major offences by category

Attendance	Conduct	Theft/ Damage of Properties	Other Serious Offences
• Truancy • Persistent late coming • Leaving School without permission • Wilful absenteeism • Other related offences	• Open Defiance/ Rudeness • Disruptive behaviour • Cheating in test/ exam • Forgery • Harassment/ Bullying# • Public nuisance • Other serious misconduct	• Arson / Mischief with fire* • Theft / stealing • Vandalism / damage of school property • Other related offences	• Abuse of technology • Smoking^ • Gambling • Gangsterism • Extortion • Possession of unauthorized items/ weapons /pornographic materials • Substance abuse • Illegal assembly with intention to cause hurt • Trespassing • Fighting/attempt to fight • Causing hurt • Disregarding the safety of self and others

# Includes cyber-bullying

* Includes possession of matchsticks and lighters

^ Includes vaping and other tobacco products. HSA will be informed

@ The police may be involved