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GREENRIDGE SECONDARY SCHOOL

31 Gangsa Road

Singapore 678972

Introduction

Greenridge 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 that Nurtures Leaders of Tomorrow," and its educational approach is guided by its core values of respect, responsibility, resilience, integrity, and care.

The school offers a broad-based curriculum that emphasizes both academic excellence and character development. It features an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in STEM, with a focus on robotics and coding, and a Learning for Life Programme (LLP) in community and youth leadership. These programmes are designed to equip students with future-ready skills and a strong sense of social responsibility.

A Brief Historical Background

Established in 1964 as Dunearn Secondary Technical School, it was renamed Greenridge Secondary School in 1992. In 2023, it merged with Fajar Secondary School.

School Overview

Main Level
Singapore School
School Type
Government School
School Nature
Co-ed School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
No
DGP Code
BUKIT PANJANG

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 & Technology Mother Tongue Languages Physical Education

Subjects Offered

Additional Mathematics
Art
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
Food & Consumer Education
Food & Consumer Education
French Language
Geography
German 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 English)
Japanese Language
Literature in English
Malay Language
Malay Language Syllabus B
Mathematics
Music
Nutrition and Food Science
Persuasive Communication
Physical Education
Physics
Principles of Accounts
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)

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BASKETBALL
FOOTBALL
NETBALL
RUGBY
TCHOUKBALL
VOLLEYBALL

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHINESE ORCHESTRA
CONCERT BAND
ENGLISH DRAMA
MODERN DANCE

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

DEBATING AND PUBLIC SPEAKING
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
ROBOTICS
SINGAPORE YOUTH FLYING CLUB

UNIFORMED GROUPS

GIRLS' BRIGADE
NATIONAL CADET CORPS (LAND)
NATIONAL CIVIL DEFENCE CADET CORPS
NATIONAL POLICE CADET CORPS
SCOUTS

OTHERS

STUDENT LEADERSHIP (COUNCIL)
STUDENT LEADERSHIP (PEER SUPPORT)

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: A school of choice for learners, leaders and champions.

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

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

School Leadership

Principal
MR NG BOON KIAT
Vice Principal
MRS DALINA BTE ABDULLAH
Vice Principal
MR NGOH SING KIEN

School Distinctive Programmes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Domain: Languages
Title: Confident & Persuasive Communicators: Debate & New Media
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Community Youth Leadership
Title: Rise to Lead

School Location

31 Gangsa Road , 678972 , Bukit panjang West , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Bukit Panjang MRT, Bukit Panjang LRT, Petir LRT

Bus To Get There: 65, 75, 170, 170A, 171, 176, 177, 178, 180, 180A, 920, 922, 960, 961, 963, 963E, 963R, 970, 972, 972A, 972, 972A, 972M, 973, 973A, 974, 975, 976, 979, 983

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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)
PETIR LRT STATION (BP7) 1.0 0.35
BUKIT PANJANG MRT STATION (DT1 / BP6) 2.0 0.53
PENDING LRT STATION (BP8) 2.2 0.98
SENJA LRT STATION (BP13) 2.3 1.06
PHOENIX LRT STATION (BP5) 3.1 1.41
BANGKIT LRT STATION (BP9) 3.1 1.44
JELAPANG LRT STATION (BP12) 3.3 1.59
CASHEW MRT STATION (DT2) 4.7 1.98
TECK WHYE LRT STATION (BP4) 4.2 1.98
SEGAR LRT STATION (BP11) 4.6 2.27

Estimates shown for closest stations.

Nearest Libraries

Bukit Panjang Public Library – 0.81 km Choa Chu Kang Public Library – 2.37 km Bukit Batok Public Library – 4.88 km Woodlands Regional Library – 5.29 km Jurong Regional Library – 7.30 km Sembawang Public Library – 7.42 km Clementi Public Library – 8.57 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 8.91 km Bishan Public Library – 9.00 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 9.45 km Jurong West Public Library – 9.28 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Tennery – 0.25 km Mayspring – 0.42 km Hillsta – 0.59 km The Linear – 0.76 km Foresque Residences – 0.98 km Tree House – 1.15 km Eco Sanctuary – 1.32 km The Skywoods – 1.50 km Dairy Farm Residences – 1.68 km Midwood – 1.85 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A mature residential town nestled amidst lush greenery and hills in the western part of Singapore. The community is a mix of families and older residents, creating a calm, relaxed, and suburban atmosphere. The lifestyle is peaceful, with a focus on nature and community.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Bukit Panjang Plaza and Hillion Mall: The main shopping centers offering a variety of retail and dining options. Zhenghua Park & Chestnut Nature Park: Extensive green spaces that connect to the Central Catchment Nature Reserve, popular for hiking and mountain biking.

Local Culture & Activities

The local food scene is centered around the neighborhood's coffee shops and the hawker centre at Bukit Panjang Plaza. The Senja-Cashew Community Club is a hub for community activities. The area's proximity to large nature reserves is a key draw for outdoor enthusiasts.

Unique Characteristics

Bukit Panjang is characterized by its undulating terrain and close integration with nature, offering a distinctly green and hilly living environment. It was one of the first towns to implement a Light Rail Transit (LRT) system, providing convenient intra-town connectivity that navigates its unique topography.

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