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DUNMAN SECONDARY SCHOOL

21 TAMPINES STREET 45

Singapore 529093

Introduction

Dunman Secondary School is a government school committed to nurturing students to be resilient individuals, passionate learners, and responsible citizens. The school's vision is to be a "School of Choice, a Community of Confident Learners and Caring Leaders," and its educational approach is guided by its core values of integrity, responsibility, respect, resilience, and care.

The school provides a holistic education that balances academic achievement with character development. It offers an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in STEM for sustainable development, which fosters innovation and environmental consciousness. Its Learning for Life Programme (LLP) focuses on developing leadership through service, empowering students to become empathetic and active contributors to the community.

A Brief Historical Background

The school was founded in 1963 as Dunman Integrated Secondary School.

School Overview

Main Level
Singapore School
School Type
Government School
School Nature
Co-ed School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
Yes
DGP Code
TAMPINES

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 Mathematics Science Humanities Craft and 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
Computing
Design & Technology
Design and Technology
Elements of Business Skills
English Language
Exercise & Sports Science
Food & Consumer Education
Food & Consumer Education
French Language
Geography
German Language
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)
Japanese Language
Literature in English
Literature in Tamil
Malay Language
Malay Language (Special Programme)
Malay Language (Special Programme) (Non-examinable)
Malay Language Syllabus B
Mathematics
Music
Nutrition and Food Science
Physical Education
Physics
Principles of Accounts
Punjabi Language
S1 STEMviaDT
S2 STEMviaDT
Science
Science (Chem, Bio)
Science (Phy, Bio)
Science (Phy, Chem)
Social Studies
Tamil Language
Tamil Language Syllabus B
Thai Language
Urdu Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BASKETBALL
FOOTBALL
GOLF
HEALTH AND FITNESS
NETBALL
TAEKWONDO
TRACK AND FIELD
VOLLEYBALL
WUSHU

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHOIR
CONCERT BAND
ENGLISH DRAMA
(STAGEARTS DRAMA)
GUITAR ENSEMBLE
MODERN DANCE
SINGAPORE NATIONAL YOUTH ORCHESTRA

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

DESIGN AND INNOVATION
(MAKERS' CLUB)
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(GREEN CLUB)
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (COMPUTING)
(INFOCOMM CLUB)
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
(MEDIA CLUB)

UNIFORMED GROUPS

NATIONAL CADET CORPS (AIR)
NATIONAL POLICE CADET CORPS
RED CROSS YOUTH
SCOUTS

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: A School of Choice, a Community of Learners, a Place of Growth.

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

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

School Leadership

Principal
MR TOH THIAM CHYE
Vice Principal
MR FATHUL RAHMAN BIN KAMSANI
Vice Principal
MISS PRIYA PRASAD

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

School Accomplishments

Autonomous School
Singapore Quality Class
School Distinction Award

School Location

21 TAMPINES STREET 45 , 529093 , Tampines East , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: TAMPINES EAST MRT

Bus To Get There: 28, 29, 293

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

From Estimated Duration (Minutes) Approx. Distance (KM)
TAMPINES EAST MRT STATION (DT33) 3.7 0.97
TAMPINES MRT STATION (EW2 / DT32) 6.6 2.33
SIMEI MRT STATION (EW3) 8.0 2.88
TAMPINES WEST MRT STATION (DT31) 7.9 3.27
UPPER CHANGI MRT STATION (DT34) 8.1 3.33
EXPO MRT STATION (CG1 / DT35) 12.2 4.47
PASIR RIS MRT STATION (EW1) 11.6 4.67
BEDOK RESERVOIR MRT STATION (DT30) 10.9 4.77
TANAH MERAH MRT STATION (EW4 / CG) 11.4 5.07
XILIN MRT STATION (DT36) 11.8 5.25

Estimates shown for closest stations.

Nearest Libraries

Tampines Regional Library – 0.99 km Pasir Ris Public Library – 2.05 km Bedok Public Library – 5.03 km Sengkang Public Library – 5.31 km Punggol Regional Library – 5.58 km Cheng San Public Library – 6.79 km Geylang East Public Library – 7.54 km Serangoon Public Library – 7.72 km Marine Parade Public Library – 9.21 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 8.87 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Tampines Trilliant – 0.35 km The Alps Residences – 0.52 km The Santorini – 0.71 km Q Bay Residences – 0.88 km The Tapestry – 1.05 km Parc Central Residences – 1.23 km Hedges Park Condominium – 1.46 km The Inflora – 1.63 km Ripple Bay – 1.81 km Sea Esta – 1.98 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A major regional centre and one of Singapore's most well-planned and self-contained towns. The community is diverse, consisting of families, young professionals, and students. It offers a vibrant, bustling, and convenient lifestyle, often referred to as the "Orchard Road of the East."

Landmarks & Notable Places

Our Tampines Hub: Singapore's largest integrated community and lifestyle hub, featuring a library, sports facilities, and a hawker centre all under one roof. Tampines Eco Green: A serene park with diverse natural habitats and hiking trails. Tampines Quarry: A former sand quarry that has become a picturesque, hidden lake popular with photographers. Tampines Chinese Temple: A large complex known for its intricate dragon sculptures.

Local Culture & Activities

Tampines is a major retail and dining destination with three large shopping malls (Tampines Mall, Century Square, Tampines 1). The Tampines Round Market and Food Centre is a legendary spot for local cuisine. The area has a rich community life with numerous parks, sports facilities, and active community clubs.

Unique Characteristics

Tampines is a model for regional centre planning in Singapore, providing comprehensive amenities that reduce the need for residents to travel to the city centre. A unique characteristic is its collection of retro fruit-themed playgrounds, like the mangosteen and watermelon playgrounds in Tampines Central Park, which are beloved local icons.

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