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BOON LAY SECONDARY SCHOOL

11 JURONG WEST STREET 65

Singapore 648354

Introduction

Boon Lay Secondary School is a government school committed to nurturing students to become self-directed learners, confident leaders, and concerned citizens. The school's vision is to be a "Caring and Learning Community that Nurtures Students of Character," and its educational approach is guided by its core values of respect, responsibility, resilience, integrity, and care.

The school provides a holistic education that balances academic pursuits with character development. It offers an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in food science and technology, providing students with hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences. Its Learning for Life Programme (LLP) focuses on developing leadership and service through community outreach, fostering a sense of empathy and social responsibility.

A Brief Historical Background

Boon Lay Secondary School was established in 1977 as a government co-educational school.

School Overview

Main Level
Singapore School
School Type
Government School
School Nature
Co-ed School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
No
DGP Code
JURONG WEST

SAP, GEP and IP

Special Assistance Plan (SAP)

Not Available

Bilingual and bicultural programme focusing on strong English and Mother Tongue foundations.

Gifted Education Programme (GEP)

Not Available

Enrichment for high-ability learners with greater depth, breadth, and pace.

Integrated Programme (IP)

Not Available

Seamless multi-year pathway that bypasses the O-Levels for a broader curriculum.

Mother Tongue

Chinese
Malay
Tamil

Departments

Craft & Technology English Executive and Administrative Humanities and The Arts Learning Technologies Mathematics Mother Tongue Languages Physical Education Science.

Subjects Offered

ATT
Additional Mathematics
Arabic Language as 3rd Lang
Arabic Language as MTL-in-lieu
Art
Att
Basic Chinese Language
Basic Malay Language
Basic Tamil Language
Bengali Language
Biology
Burmese Language
Chemistry
Chinese Language
Chinese Language (Special Programme)
Chinese Language Syllabus B
Computer Applications
Computing
D&T
Design & Technology
Design and Technology
Elements of Business Skills
English Language
Exercise & Sports Science
FCE
Food & Consumer Education
Food & Consumer Education
French Language
G1 Test
Geography
German Language
Gujarati Language
Higher Art
Higher Chinese Language
Higher Malay Language
Higher Music
Higher Tamil Language
Hindi Language
Humanities (Geography)
Humanities (History)
Humanities (Literature in English)
Humanities (SS, Geography)
Humanities (SS, History)
Humanities (SS, Humanities Exposure Modules)
Humanities (SS, Literature in Chinese)
Humanities (SS, Literature in English)
Humanities (SS, Literature in Malay)
Literature in English
Malay Language
Malay Language Syllabus B
Mathematics
Music
Non-MTL
Nutrition and Food Science
Physical Education
Physics
Principles of Accounts
Punjabi Language
SC(C)-N(A)
SC(C)-O
SCI(C)-N(A)
SCI(C)-O
SS (O)
SS-N(A)
SS-O
Science
Science (Chem, Bio)
Science (Phy, Bio)
Science (Phy, Chem)
Social Studies
StL
Tamil Language
Tamil Language Syllabus B
TestKelvin1
TestKelvin2
Thai Language
Urdu Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

AUDIO VISUAL AID
(AUDIO VISUAL AID)
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (COMPUTING)
(CYBERACE)

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
(BADMINTON)
BASKETBALL
(BASKETBALL)
FOOTBALL
NETBALL
(NETBALL)

UNIFORMED GROUPS

BOYS' BRIGADE
(BOYS' BRIGADE)
NATIONAL CADET CORPS (LAND)
(NATIONAL CADET CORPS)
NATIONAL CIVIL DEFENCE CADET CORPS
(NATIONAL CIVIL DEFENCE CADET CORPS)
NATIONAL POLICE CADET CORPS
(NATIONAL POLICE CADET CORPS)
ST JOHN BRIGADE
(ST JOHN BRIGADE)

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHINESE ORCHESTRA
(CHINESE ORCHESTRA)
CHOIR
(CHOIR)
CONCERT BAND
(CONCERT BAND)
ENGLISH DRAMA
(MUSICAL THEATRE)
MALAY DANCE
(MALAY DANCE)
MODERN DANCE
(CONTEMPORARY DANCE)

OTHERS

STUDENT LEADERSHIP (COUNCIL)
(STUDENT LEADERSHIP)

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: A school of choice for the community, nurturing students of character and distinction.

Mission: To nurture every Boon Layian to be a person of character, a lifelong learner and a contributing citizen.

Values: Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Integrity, Care, Harmony

School Leadership

Principal
MR INDERJIT SINGH
Vice Principal
MR KOH CHON KIAT
Vice Principal
MR CHAN ZHENG MING
Vice Principal
MR TAN HWEE SIANG

School Distinctive Programmes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Domain: STEM - Sustainability
Title: Exploring Possibilities in Materials Science
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Music & Performing Arts
Title: INSPIRE @ BLS

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

Ken Chu

School Location

11 JURONG WEST STREET 65 , 648354 , Jurong west West , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Boon Lay

Bus To Get There: 30, 79, 99, 154, 157, 172, 174, 178, 179, 180, 181, 181M, 187, 192, 193, 194, 198, 199, 240, 241, 242, 243G/W, 246, 249, 251, 252, 258, 405, 502, 974

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Nearby Points of Interest

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Travelling Distance by Taxi between MRT/LRT Station to the School

From Estimated Duration (Minutes) Approx. Distance (KM)
PIONEER MRT STATION (EW28) 4.0 1.40
BOON LAY MRT STATION (EW27) 4.0 1.42
LAKESIDE MRT STATION (EW26) 6.6 2.94
JOO KOON MRT STATION (EW29) 9.8 4.62
CHINESE GARDEN MRT STATION (EW25) 10.3 4.65
JURONG EAST MRT STATION (NS1 / EW24) 13.1 6.27
BUKIT BATOK MRT STATION (NS2) 14.5 7.11
BUKIT GOMBAK MRT STATION (NS3) 14.8 7.71
GUL CIRCLE MRT STATION (EW30) 13.5 8.34
SOUTH VIEW LRT STATION (BP2) 13.6 8.80

Estimates shown for closest stations.

Nearest Libraries

Jurong West Public Library – 0.58 km Jurong Regional Library – 3.86 km Bukit Batok Public Library – 6.94 km Clementi Public Library – 7.28 km Choa Chu Kang Public Library – 7.82 km Bukit Panjang Public Library – 9.66 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Lakefront Residences – 0.75 km Lakeville – 0.95 km The Caspian – 1.10 km Lake Grande – 1.30 km The Lakeshore – 1.50 km Parc Vista – 1.70 km The Centris – 1.90 km J Gateway – 2.10 km Westmere – 2.30 km The Floravale – 2.50 km

Neighborhood Guide

Key insights about the Jurong West neighborhood, in which the school is situated.

Community & Lifestyle

A vast and populous residential town in western Singapore, Jurong West is a mature estate with a diverse community and a comprehensive range of amenities. It has a bustling, heartland character and serves as a major residential base for the industrial and commercial hubs in the west.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Jurong West Sports and Recreation Centre: A large complex with a stadium, swimming pools, and sports halls. Pioneer Mall and Gek Poh Shopping Centre: Key neighborhood malls catering to residents' daily needs. Yunnan Garden: A beautiful Chinese-style garden located within the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) campus.

Local Culture & Activities

The area is dotted with numerous hawker centers and coffee shops offering a wide variety of affordable local food. The community is active, with many residents utilizing the extensive sports and recreational facilities.

Unique Characteristics

Jurong West's identity is tied to its role as a major residential hub supporting the Jurong industrial and innovation districts. It's a well-established town that showcases the development of Singapore's western region from an industrial swamp to a thriving residential area.

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