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CHIJ OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL

2C Burghley Drive

Singapore 558979

Introduction

CHIJ Our Lady of Good Counsel is a government-aided Catholic primary school for girls, founded by the Infant Jesus (IJ) Sisters. The school is dedicated to providing a Christ-centred education that nurtures each girl to her fullest potential. Its mission is to develop women of integrity with a heart for others, guided by the IJ values of truth, justice, freedom, and love.

The school provides a holistic education that balances academic learning with character and faith formation. It offers a caring and supportive environment where students are encouraged to grow in wisdom and grace. Through its comprehensive curriculum and co-curricular activities, the school aims to cultivate a love for learning, a spirit of service, and the confidence to lead and make a difference.

A Brief Historical Background

The school was established in 1960 as the Convent of Our Lady of Good Counsel.

School Overview

Main Level
Primary School
School Type
Government-Aided School
School Nature
Girls' School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
No
DGP Code
SERANGOON

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 Mother Tongue Physical Education Aesthetics Character and Citizenship Education

Subjects Offered

Art
Bengali Language
CCE (EL)
CCE in EL
Catechism
Chinese Language
English Language
Foundation Chinese Language
Foundation English Language
Foundation Malay Language
Foundation Mathematics
Foundation Science
Foundation Tamil Language
Higher Chinese Language
Higher Malay Language
Higher Tamil Language
Hindi Language
Malay Language
Mathematics
Music
Physical Education
Punjabi Language
Science
Social Studies
Tamil Language
Urdu Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ART AND CRAFTS
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
ROBOTICS

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BOWLING
NETBALL
RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHOIR
ENGLISH DRAMA
MODERN DANCE

UNIFORMED GROUPS

GIRL GUIDES (BROWNIES)

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: To be a Christ-centered learning community where every child is loved and valued for who she is, and is inspired to learn, lead and serve.

Mission: To provide a holistic education in a Catholic environment to nurture every child to be a woman of character who is a leader and a lifelong learner.

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

School Leadership

Principal
MISS TAN LEE YIN GRACE
Vice Principal
MISS LIAT MEI KUEN GERALDINE SHARON
Vice Principal
MRS WONG- LIM ENG LING ANGELINA

School Distinctive Programmes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Domain: Languages
Title: Drama and Literary Arts for LifE! (D'LitE)
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Community Service & Student Leadership
Title: The PROACTIVE Leader in Me Development Programme

School Location

2C Burghley Drive , 558979 , Serangoon South , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Ang Mo Kio MRT, Bishan MRT, Serangoon MRT station.

Bus To Get There: 317 Feeder Bus Service from Serangoon Interchange. 135,136 from Ang Mo Kio Interchange.

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name
Yellow Bus Services Pte Ltd

Nearest Libraries

Serangoon Public Library – 1.57 km Cheng San Public Library – 2.39 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 2.72 km Bishan Public Library – 3.49 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 4.23 km Sengkang Public Library – 4.34 km Punggol Regional Library – 5.16 km Geylang East Public Library – 5.95 km Yishun Public Library – 6.77 km library@orchard – 7.21 km Central Public Library – 7.31 km Tampines Regional Library – 7.95 km Pasir Ris Public Library – 8.27 km Sembawang Public Library – 8.78 km Queenstown Public Library – 8.90 km Bedok Public Library – 9.07 km Woodlands Regional Library – 9.52 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Gardens at Bishan – 0.55 km Fontaine Parry – 0.68 km The Waterline – 0.81 km Cherryhill – 0.92 km The Scala – 1.15 km Casa Vera – 1.28 km Kensington Park Condominium – 1.42 km Jadescape – 1.65 km Marymount Residences – 1.83 km Thomson 800 – 1.99 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A bustling, centrally located mature residential town with excellent connectivity. The community is diverse, attracting families and expatriates. The vibe is lively and convenient, with a distinct contrast between the modern hub at Serangoon Central and the charming, low-rise enclave of Serangoon Gardens.

Landmarks & Notable Places

NEX: One of the largest suburban malls in Singapore, fully integrated with the Serangoon MRT and bus interchange. Serangoon Gardens: A charming, low-rise private housing estate known for its unique "circus" roundabout and laid-back vibe. Chomp Chomp Food Centre: A legendary supper spot in Serangoon Gardens, famous for its hawker fare.

Local Culture & Activities

Serangoon boasts a highly-regarded and diverse food scene. The area around NEX is a bustling hub of retail and activity, while Serangoon Gardens offers a more village-like atmosphere with quaint cafes, restaurants, and pubs. The Serangoon Sports Centre provides recreational facilities.

Unique Characteristics

Serangoon's unique identity lies in this duality: it is both a major modern transport and commercial hub, and home to the nostalgic, European-influenced Serangoon Gardens estate. This contrast provides a unique blend of lifestyles and makes it a highly desirable place to live.

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