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HAIG GIRLS' SCHOOL

51 Koon Seng Road

Singapore 427072

Introduction

Haig Girls' School is a government school for girls with a long history of nurturing students to become confident and well-rounded individuals. The school's vision is to be a "Community of Creative and Gracious Learners," and its mission is to nurture every girl to be a person of character, a lifelong learner, and a useful citizen.

The school provides a holistic education with a strong emphasis on the arts and character development. It is recognised for its vibrant arts education programme, which serves as its Learning for Life Programme (LLP), fostering creativity, confidence, and cultural appreciation. Its Applied Learning Programme (ALP) focuses on developing critical thinking and communication skills, preparing students to be thoughtful and articulate individuals.

A Brief Historical Background

Haig Girls' School was established on 10 September 1951.

School Overview

Main Level
Primary School
School Type
Government School
School Nature
Girls' 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)

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ART AND CRAFTS
ENGLISH LANGUAGE, DRAMA AND DEBATING
PHYSICAL SCIENCE

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BOWLING
FOOTBALL
NETBALL
WUSHU

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHINESE DANCE
CHOIR
GAMELAN ENSEMBLE
HANDBELL ENSEMBLE
INDIAN DANCE
MODERN DANCE

UNIFORMED GROUPS

GIRL GUIDES (BROWNIES)
RED CROSS YOUTH

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: Empowering every Haig Girl to Learn and Lead, in Service of Others.

Mission: To develop self-directed learners and critical and creative thinkers who lead and serve with integrity and compassion.

Values: Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Integrity, Compassion, Humility

School Leadership

Principal
MS MARION DONNE TAY SZE LENG (ZHENG SHILING)
Vice Principal
MADAM GOH SWEE LIN EVELYN
Vice Principal
MISS SEAH XIAO YUN SHERLYN

School Distinctive Programmes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Domain: Interdisciplinary
Title: Innovation and Service Learning through Integrated Project Work (IPW@HGS)
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Music & Performing Arts
Title: Character and Leadership through the Performing and Visual Arts

School Location

51 Koon Seng Road , 427072 , Geylang East , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Eunos, Dakota

Bus To Get There: 16,33

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name
Sinbus (S) Transport Services

Nearest Libraries

Marine Parade Public Library – 2.08 km Geylang East Public Library – 2.14 km Central Public Library – 4.60 km Bedok Public Library – 4.96 km Serangoon Public Library – 5.48 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 5.92 km library@chinatown – 5.86 km Cheng San Public Library – 6.41 km Bishan Public Library – 6.84 km library@orchard – 6.64 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 7.37 km Tampines Regional Library – 7.42 km Sengkang Public Library – 7.67 km Queenstown Public Library – 8.42 km Punggol Regional Library – 8.19 km Pasir Ris Public Library – 8.94 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Amery – 0.15 km Haig 162 – 0.28 km Dunman View – 0.41 km The Seraya – 0.55 km Questa @ Dunman – 0.68 km Katong Regency – 0.82 km One Eighties Residences – 0.95 km The Shore Residences – 1.12 km Marine Blue – 1.28 km Silversea – 1.45 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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