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CHIJ KATONG CONVENT

346 MARINE TERRACE

Singapore 449150

Introduction

CHIJ Katong Convent is a government-aided autonomous Catholic secondary school for girls, founded by the Infant Jesus (IJ) Sisters. The school's mission is to nurture young women to be leaders in truth, justice, and love, prepared to serve God and others. Its educational philosophy is deeply rooted in the IJ values and a commitment to holistic development.

The school offers a rich and challenging curriculum that fosters intellectual curiosity and personal growth. It is known for its strong emphasis on the literary arts and communication skills. Through a wide array of academic and co-curricular programmes, the school aims to develop confident, articulate, and compassionate young women who are equipped with a strong moral compass and a global perspective.

A Brief Historical Background

Established in 1930, CHIJ Katong Convent began as a private primary English school in a seaside bungalow.

School Overview

Main Level
Singapore School
School Type
Government-Aided School
School Nature
Girls' School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
Yes
DGP Code
MARINE PARADE

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 Language and Literature Mathematics Science Humanities Craft & Technology Mother Tongue Languages Physical Education

Subjects Offered

Additional Mathematics
Arabic Language as 3rd Lang
Arabic Language as MTL-in-lieu
Art
Bahasa Indonesia
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
Design and Technology
Drama
Drama Foundation
Elective Dance
Elective Drama
Elements of Business Skills
English Language
Food & Consumer Education
Food & Consumer Education
Foundation Drama
French Language
Geography
German Language
Gujarati Language
Higher Art
Higher Chinese Language
Higher Malay Language
Higher Music
Higher Tamil Language
Hindi Language
History
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 Tamil)
Japanese Language
Literature in Chinese
Literature in English
Literature in Malay
Literature in Tamil
Malay Language
Malay Language (Special Programme)
Malay Language Syllabus B
Mathematics
Music
Nutrition and Food Science
Physical Education
Physics
Principles of Accounts
Punjabi Language
Science
Science (Chem, Bio)
Social Studies
Spanish Language
Tamil Language
Tamil Language Syllabus B
Thai Language
Urdu Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BOWLING
CANOEING
FLOORBALL
MODULAR CCA (SPORTS)
(SPORTS CLUB)
NETBALL
SP-CCA (CANOEING)
TRACK AND FIELD

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHINESE DRAMA
CHINESE ORCHESTRA
CHOIR
CONCERT BAND
ENGLISH DRAMA
MODERN DANCE

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

DEBATING AND PUBLIC SPEAKING
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
HERITAGE
(INFANT JESUS YOUTH MISSION)
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
(MEDIA COMMUNCATIONS CLUB)
MODULAR CCA (C&S)
(CABIN CLUB)

UNIFORMED GROUPS

GIRL GUIDES
NATIONAL CIVIL DEFENCE CADET CORPS

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: A Caring School That Excels.

Mission: The mission of an IJ Convent is the creation of a Christ-centred school community where all work together for the promotion of truth, justice, freedom and love, with special reference to the needs of persons who are disadvantaged in any way.

Values: Perseverance, Integrity, Excellence, Respect.

School Leadership

Principal
MISS CHEN MEI CHUEN
Vice Principal
MISS CHIA SIEW HUI
Vice Principal
MISS LIM AI HUI ANNIE

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

School Accomplishments

Autonomous School
School Distinction Award
Sustained Achievement Award – Academic Value-Added

Notable Alumni

Corinne Foo Melissa Har Gwyneth Har Audrey Tan

School Location

346 MARINE TERRACE , 449150 , Marine parade East , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: BEDOK MRT, KEMBANGAN MRT, EUNOS MRT, PAYA LEBAR MRT, MARINE TERRACE MRT

Bus To Get There: 4N, 13, 16, 31, 36, 36A, 36B, 43, 47, 48, 55, 134, 135, 135A, 150, 196, 196E, 197, 853C, 763

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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)
MARINE TERRACE MRT STATION (TE27) 2.4 0.84
SIGLAP MRT STATION (TE28) 3.3 1.65
MARINE PARADE MRT STATION (TE26) 4.1 1.76
EUNOS MRT STATION (EW7) 6.5 2.89
TANJONG KATONG MRT STATION (TE25) 6.8 3.17
BAYSHORE MRT STATION (TE29) 7.1 3.41
KEMBANGAN MRT STATION (EW6) 7.0 3.44
DAKOTA MRT STATION (CC8) 8.1 3.87
BEDOK MRT STATION (EW5) 8.4 4.29
BEDOK SOUTH MRT STATION (TE30) 9.4 4.35

Estimates shown for closest stations.

Nearest Libraries

Marine Parade Public Library – 1.18 km Geylang East Public Library – 3.91 km Bedok Public Library – 4.41 km Central Public Library – 6.00 km Serangoon Public Library – 7.29 km library@chinatown – 7.14 km Tampines Regional Library – 7.43 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 7.66 km Cheng San Public Library – 8.08 km Bishan Public Library – 8.52 km Pasir Ris Public Library – 9.04 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 9.27 km Sengkang Public Library – 9.53 km Punggol Regional Library – 10.00 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

Marine Blue – 0.21 km The Seaview – 0.33 km The Shore Residences – 0.42 km Silversea – 0.55 km Coastline Residences – 0.67 km Amber Park – 0.81 km One Amber – 0.95 km The Esta – 1.08 km The Meyerise – 1.25 km Meyer Mansion – 1.41 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A prime coastal residential area built entirely on reclaimed land, offering a scenic and relaxed environment. The community is a mix of affluent families and older residents, and the lifestyle is breezy and convenient, with easy access to both the city and the beach.

Landmarks & Notable Places

East Coast Park: Singapore's most popular park, stretching along the coastline and offering a vast array of recreational activities. Parkway Parade: A long-standing and major shopping mall that has served the East Coast for decades. The Marine Parade Public Library: Known for its sea views from the reading areas.

Local Culture & Activities

The local culture is deeply connected to the seaside. The area is famous for the Katong district nearby, which is the heart of Peranakan (Straits-Chinese) culture, offering renowned Peranakan cuisine and beautifully preserved shophouses.

Unique Characteristics

Marine Parade's most unique characteristic is its identity as a premier seaside HDB town. The high-rise flats were specifically designed to offer panoramic sea views, a feature that was revolutionary at the time of its construction and continues to define the area's appeal and high property values.

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