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CATHOLIC JUNIOR COLLEGE

129 WHITLEY ROAD

Singapore 297822

Introduction

Catholic Junior College is a government-aided junior college founded by the Catholic Archdiocese of Singapore. The college is committed to providing a holistic pre-university education in a Christ-centred community, aiming to develop students to become thinkers, leaders, and communicators. Its ethos is guided by its motto, "In Veritate et Caritate" (In Truth and Love).

The college offers a broad and balanced curriculum that prepares students for tertiary education and beyond. It fosters a vibrant and inclusive environment that encourages intellectual inquiry, leadership development, and a commitment to service. Through its academic and co-curricular programmes, the college seeks to nurture well-rounded individuals with a strong moral compass and a passion for making a positive impact on the world.

A Brief Historical Background

Catholic Junior College was founded in 1975 by the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Singapore, Michel Olçomendy.

School Overview

Main Level
Junior College
School Type
Government-Aided School
School Nature
Co-ed School
School Mode / Session
Full Day
Autonomous
No
DGP Code
NOVENA

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

English Mathematics Science Economics Humanities Aesthetics Physical Education

Subjects Offered

Bengali Language
Biology
Chemistry
Chinese Language
Chinese Language Syllabus B
Economics
English Language and Linguistics
French Language
General Paper
Geography
German Language
Gujarati Language
Hindi Language
History
Japanese Language
Literature in English
Malay Language
Malay Language Syllabus B
Mathematics
Music
Physics
Project Work
Punjabi Language
Tamil Language
Tamil Language Syllabus B
Urdu Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BASKETBALL
BOWLING
CANOEING
CROSS COUNTRY
FENCING
FLOORBALL
FOOTBALL
FRISBEE
GOLF
JUDO
NETBALL
SAILING
SHOOTING
SWIMMING
TAEKWONDO
TENNIS
TRACK AND FIELD
VOLLEYBALL
WUSHU

UNIFORMED GROUPS

BOYS' BRIGADE
GIRL GUIDES
GIRLS' BRIGADE
NATIONAL CADET CORPS (AIR)
NATIONAL CADET CORPS (LAND)
NATIONAL CADET CORPS (SEA)
NATIONAL CIVIL DEFENCE CADET CORPS
NATIONAL POLICE CADET CORPS
RED CROSS YOUTH
SCOUTS
ST JOHN BRIGADE

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHOIR
CONCERT BAND
(SYMPHONIC BAND)
ENGLISH DRAMA
GUITAR ENSEMBLE
GUZHENG ENSEMBLE
MODERN DANCE
SINGAPORE NATIONAL YOUTH CHINESE ORCHESTRA
SINGAPORE NATIONAL YOUTH ORCHESTRA

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

COMMUNITY SERVICE
(INTERACT CLUB)
COMMUNITY SERVICE (FIRST AID)
(FIRST AID CLUB)
DEBATING AND PUBLIC SPEAKING
(ORATORICAL SOCIETY)
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
(NEXUS INVESTMENT & ENTREPRENEURSHIP SOCIETY)
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(STE2M CLUB)
FAITH-BASED CCA
(GENESIS)
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
(FILM SOUND AND VIDEO)
PUBLICATION
(EDITORIAL CLUB)
SINGAPORE YOUTH FLYING CLUB
STRATEGY GAMES

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: A Catholic community of learners who are disciples of Jesus Christ.

Mission: To be a Catholic educational institution that nurtures students to be disciples of Jesus Christ who are men and women of faith, hope and love.

Values: Truth, Justice, Freedom, Love

School Leadership

Principal
MRS WOO SOO MIN
Vice Principal
MADAM KAM WAI CHIN
Vice Principal
MR TAN JEK SUAN

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

Cheryl Chan Joan Pereira Cynthia Phua Jessica Tan Janet Ang Guat Har Chia Yong Yong Mark Lee Kean Phi Paulin Tay Straughan Tan Chorh Chuan Tan Cheng Han Madeleine Lim Christine Tan Tan Kheng Hua Jacelyn Tay Tay Ping Hui Colette Wong

School Location

129 WHITLEY ROAD , 297822 , Novena South , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Toa Payoh (NS Line), Novena (NS Line), Stevens (DT Line), Caldecott (CC Line,TE Line)

Bus To Get There: 105, 132, 151, 153, 154, 156, 186, 966, 985

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Nearby Points of Interest

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Nearest Libraries

Toa Payoh Public Library – 2.21 km Bishan Public Library – 2.45 km library@orchard – 2.76 km Central Public Library – 3.42 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 3.99 km Serangoon Public Library – 4.88 km Queenstown Public Library – 4.90 km Geylang East Public Library – 5.61 km Cheng San Public Library – 5.64 km library@chinatown – 5.14 km Clementi Public Library – 7.29 km library@harbourfront – 7.37 km Sengkang Public Library – 7.46 km Punggol Regional Library – 8.03 km Yishun Public Library – 8.09 km Bukit Panjang Public Library – 8.27 km Woodlands Regional Library – 9.13 km Sembawang Public Library – 9.29 km Bedok Public Library – 9.38 km Marine Parade Public Library – 9.51 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

Trevose Park – 0.45 km The Legend – 0.65 km Cluny Park Residence – 0.85 km Botanic Gardens View – 1.00 km Gallop Gables – 1.20 km The Shelford – 1.40 km Adam Park Condominium – 1.60 km Duchess Crest – 1.80 km The Arcadia – 2.00 km Leedon Residence – 2.20 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A prime, centrally located district with a sophisticated, fast-paced lifestyle. It's a major medical hub, attracting a mix of affluent locals, expatriates, and medical professionals. The atmosphere is bustling and modern, with a focus on health, wellness, and upscale urban living.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall: A national monument and heritage institution that tells the story of Dr. Sun Yat Sen's revolutionary activities in Southeast Asia. Tan Tock Seng Hospital & Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital: Key institutions that form the core of "Health City Novena." Velocity@Novena Square & United Square: Shopping malls catering to sports enthusiasts and families, respectively.

Local Culture & Activities

The dining scene is vibrant, with a wide selection of restaurants and cafes in the area's shopping malls. Novena is a retail hub, particularly for sports and family-oriented products. The concentration of medical facilities means the area is busy with patients, visitors, and healthcare professionals.

Unique Characteristics

Novena's identity is unequivocally defined by its status as a premier medical hub for Singapore. The "Health City Novena" masterplan aims to integrate healthcare, research, and education, making this the dominant characteristic of the neighborhood's landscape and daily life.

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