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GEYLANG METHODIST SCHOOL (PRIMARY)

4 Geylang East Central

Singapore 389706

Introduction

Geylang Methodist School (Primary) is a government-aided Methodist mission school with a long heritage of providing a well-rounded education. The school's mission is to nurture every child to be a person of character with a passion for learning and a heart for service, guided by its motto, "To Grow in Body, Mind and Spirit."

The school provides a holistic education within a caring Christian environment, focusing on the moral, intellectual, physical, social, and aesthetic development of its students. It integrates academic learning with strong character formation programmes, aiming to cultivate individuals who are resilient, compassionate, and committed to serving the community.

A Brief Historical Background

Established in 1924 as Geylang Methodist Girls' School, it became co-educational and was renamed Geylang Methodist Primary School in 1984.

School Overview

Main Level
Primary School
School Type
Government-Aided School
School Nature
Co-ed School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
No
DGP Code
GEYLANG

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
Chinese Language
English Language
Foundation Bengali Language
Foundation Chinese Language
Foundation English Language
Foundation Gujarati Language
Foundation Hindi Language
Foundation Malay Language
Foundation Mathematics
Foundation Punjabi Language
Foundation Science
Foundation Tamil Language
Foundation Urdu Language
Gujarati 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)

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

ANGKLUNG/KULINTANG ENSEMBLE
CHOIR
GUZHENG ENSEMBLE
HANDBELL ENSEMBLE
MODERN DANCE

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ART AND CRAFTS
ENGLISH CULTURE AND LANGUAGE
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BASKETBALL
FOOTBALL
NETBALL
ROPE SKIPPING
TRACK AND FIELD

UNIFORMED GROUPS

BOYS' BRIGADE
GIRLS' BRIGADE

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: To be a beacon of light, a school of excellence, a family of God.

Mission: To inspire minds, nurture character and touch community.

Values: Integrity, Servanthood, Perseverance, Gratitude & Graciousness, Respect, Excellence

School Leadership

Principal
MADAM LEONG BENG YUET DAPHNE
Vice Principal
MR LUA EE PING
Vice Principal
MADAM SHARON CHANTALE KOK YENG LING

School Distinctive Programmes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Domain: Languages
Title: Competent, Confident and Empathetic Communicators in Speech and Writing
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Community Service & Student Leadership
Title: GM Earth Warriors Environment Education (EE): To Develop Student Leaders who Empathise, Enrich and Empower

School Location

4 Geylang East Central , 389706 , Geylang East , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Aljunied

Bus To Get There: 80, 134, 155

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name
BKK Travel Pte Ltd

Nearest Libraries

Geylang East Public Library – 0.20 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 3.65 km Serangoon Public Library – 3.92 km Marine Parade Public Library – 4.10 km Central Public Library – 4.27 km Bedok Public Library – 4.60 km Cheng San Public Library – 5.15 km Bishan Public Library – 5.37 km library@chinatown – 5.72 km library@orchard – 5.78 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 5.92 km Sengkang Public Library – 6.27 km Punggol Regional Library – 6.90 km Tampines Regional Library – 6.96 km Queenstown Public Library – 7.82 km Pasir Ris Public Library – 8.41 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

Sims Urban Oasis – 0.35 km Tre Residences – 0.52 km Penrose – 0.71 km The Antares – 0.88 km Guillemard Edge – 1.05 km The Waterina – 1.28 km Dakota Residences – 1.45 km Waterbank at Dakota – 1.62 km The Continuum – 1.81 km Grand Dunman – 1.98 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A vibrant, gritty, and incredibly diverse neighborhood with a unique and energetic atmosphere that operates 24/7. It's a fascinating blend of rich cultural heritage, a legendary food scene, and Singapore's most well-known red-light district. The community is a melting pot of locals and foreign workers.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Geylang Serai Market: A bustling two-storey market and food centre that is a focal point for Malay culture and cuisine. Preserved Shophouses: The streets are lined with beautiful examples of pre-war shophouses, showcasing a blend of architectural styles. Sri Sivan Temple and Nan Hai Fei Lai Guan Yin Monastery: Prominent religious landmarks reflecting the area's diversity.

Local Culture & Activities

Geylang is arguably one of Singapore's top food destinations, famous for late-night eateries, durian stalls, and iconic dishes like frog porridge and beef kway teow. The area has a vibrant and complex nightlife. During Ramadan, the Geylang Serai area comes alive with a massive bazaar.

Unique Characteristics

Geylang's unique characteristic is its multifaceted and contrasting identity. It is a place where conserved shophouses, places of worship, and a thriving food scene coexist with the legalized red-light district, creating a dynamic and complex urban environment unlike any other in Singapore.

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