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CHIJ ST. JOSEPH'S CONVENT

62 SENGKANG EAST WAY

Singapore 548595

Introduction

CHIJ St. Joseph's Convent is a government-aided autonomous Catholic secondary school for girls, founded by the Infant Jesus (IJ) Sisters. The school is dedicated to nurturing young women to become leaders of character and grace, who are committed to serving God and others. Its educational philosophy is guided by the IJ values and its motto, "Simple in Virtue, Steadfast in Duty."

The school provides a holistic education that balances academic achievement with character development and spiritual growth. It offers a vibrant learning environment with strong programmes in the sciences, humanities, and the arts. Through its comprehensive curriculum and co-curricular activities, the school aims to develop resilient, compassionate, and principled young women who are ready to face future challenges.

A Brief Historical Background

The school began as a private school in a rented house in 1938.

School Overview

Main Level
Singapore School
School Type
Government-Aided School
School Nature
Girls' School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
No
DGP Code
SENG KANG

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 & Literature Mother Tongue Languages Mathematics Science Humanities Craft & Technology 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
Elements of Business Skills
English Language
Food & Consumer Education
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 Malay)
Humanities (SS, Literature in Tamil)
Japanese Language
Literature in English
Literature in Tamil
Malay Language
Malay Language (Special Programme)
Malay Language Syllabus B
Mathematics
Music
Nutrition and Food Science
Physical Education
Physics
Punjabi Language
Science
Science (Chem, Bio)
Science (Phy, Bio)
Science (Phy, Chem)
Social Studies
Spanish Language
Tamil Language
Tamil Language Syllabus B
Thai Language
Urdu Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

ANGKLUNG/KULINTANG ENSEMBLE
CHOIR
CONCERT BAND
GUITAR ENSEMBLE
HANDBELL ENSEMBLE
INDIAN DANCE
MODERN DANCE

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
FENCING
MODULAR CCA (SPORTS)
(SPORTS CLUB)
NETBALL
SHOOTING
SP-CCA (ATHLETICS)
SP-CCA (WATER POLO)
SWIMMING
TABLE TENNIS
VOLLEYBALL

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

COMMUNITY SERVICE
(IJ YOUTH MISSION)
FOOD AND CONSUMER EDUCATION
(CULINARY ARTS)
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
(PIXEL PLAYHOUSE)
SPEECH AND DRAMA
(CENTRE STAGE)

UNIFORMED GROUPS

GIRL GUIDES
NATIONAL POLICE CADET CORPS
ST JOHN BRIGADE

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: Women of Integrity with a Heart for Others.

Mission: To nurture every CHIJ girl into a woman of integrity who is a confident and compassionate leader, with a heart for others.

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

School Leadership

Principal
MRS VALERIE PINTO
Vice Principal
MISS HO WEI LING
Vice Principal
MISS TAN LAI YEE MICHELLE

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

School Accomplishments

Best Practice Awards for Teaching and Learning
Character and Citizenship Education and Staff Development
Lee Hsien Loong Award for Innovations

Notable Alumni

Sharon Au Michelle Chong Tanya Chua He Ting Ru Cheryl Koh Koh Juat Jong Rebecca Lim

School Location

62 SENGKANG EAST WAY , 548595 , Seng kang North , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: SENGKANG MRT

Bus To Get There: 50, 82, 86, 88, 119, 136

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Nearest Libraries

Sengkang Public Library – 0.65 km Punggol Regional Library – 1.70 km Cheng San Public Library – 3.03 km Serangoon Public Library – 4.63 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 5.48 km Pasir Ris Public Library – 5.89 km Yishun Public Library – 6.44 km Tampines Regional Library – 6.55 km Bishan Public Library – 6.64 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 7.18 km Geylang East Public Library – 8.24 km Sembawang Public Library – 8.65 km Bedok Public Library – 9.68 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Vales – 0.28 km Treasure Crest – 0.45 km Bellewaters – 0.61 km Ola – 0.78 km The Luxurie – 0.95 km Compass Heights – 1.12 km Sengkang Grand Residences – 1.29 km Rivercove Residences – 1.47 km Jewel @ Buangkok – 1.68 km The Quartz – 1.85 km

Contact Information

Phone
64897580
Fax
64897589
Email
[email protected]
Website
https://www.chijstjosephsconvent.moe.edu.sg

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