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METHODIST GIRLS' SCHOOL (SECONDARY)

11 BLACKMORE DRIVE

Singapore 599986

Introduction

Methodist Girls' School (Secondary) is an independent, government-aided Methodist institution for girls, offering both the Integrated Programme and the O-Level track. The school's vision is to be a beacon of light, developing women of God who are master-learners and leaders of tomorrow. Its educational philosophy is encapsulated in its motto, "To Master, To Grow, To Serve."

The school provides a rich and challenging curriculum that fosters academic excellence, critical thinking, and a global outlook. It is committed to nurturing leaders of character through a holistic education that emphasizes intellectual, personal, and spiritual development. Through its diverse academic and co-curricular programmes, the school aims to develop confident, compassionate, and principled young women prepared to serve and lead in society.

A Brief Historical Background

The school was founded on 15 August 1887 by Miss Sophia Blackmore. The secondary section became an independent school in January 1989.

School Overview

Main Level
Independent School
School Type
Independent School
School Nature
Girls' School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
No
DGP Code
BUKIT TIMAH

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)

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 Humanities Aesthetics Physical Education

Subjects Offered

Additional Mathematics
Arabic Language as 3rd Lang
Art
Bahasa Indonesia
Basic Chinese Language
Bengali Language
Biology
Chemistry
Chinese Language
Chinese Language (Special Programme)
Chinese Language Syllabus B
Computing
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, Literature in English)
Japanese Language
LANGUAGE ARTS
Language Arts
Literature in Chinese
Literature in English
Malay Language
Malay Language (Special Programme)
Mathematics
Music
Physics
Project Work
Punjabi Language
Science
Spanish Language
Tamil Language
Urdu Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

PHYSICAL SPORTS

AIKIDO
ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS
ARTISTIC SWIMMING
BOWLING
CANOEING
CROSS COUNTRY
DIVING
EQUESTRIAN
FENCING
FOOTBALL
ICE SKATING
MODULAR CCA (SPORTS)
(HOUSE)
NETBALL
RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS
ROCKWALL CLIMBING
SOFTBALL
SP-CCA (WATER POLO)
SQUASH
SWIMMING
TAEKWONDO
TENNIS
TRACK AND FIELD

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ART AND CRAFTS
CHINESE LANGUAGE, DRAMA AND DEBATING
DEBATING AND PUBLIC SPEAKING
(SOPHIA SOCIETY)
FAITH-BASED CCA
HISTORY
HOME ECONOMICS
INDIAN CULTURE AND LANGUAGE
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
(INFOCOMM)
INTERNATIONAL CHESS
MATHEMATICS
MEDIA RESOURCE LIBRARY
MODULAR CCA (C&S)
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
SINGAPORE YOUTH FLYING CLUB
STRATEGY GAMES

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHOIR
ENGLISH DRAMA
GUITAR ENSEMBLE
HANDBELL ENSEMBLE
MODERN DANCE
(DANCE CLUB)
SINGAPORE NATIONAL YOUTH CHINESE ORCHESTRA
SINGAPORE NATIONAL YOUTH ORCHESTRA
STRING ENSEMBLE

UNIFORMED GROUPS

GIRL GUIDES
GIRLS' BRIGADE
NATIONAL CADET CORPS (AIR)

OTHERS

STUDENT LEADERSHIP (HOUSE)
STUDENT LEADERSHIP (PEER SUPPORT)
STUDENT LEADERSHIP (PREFECT)

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: To be a premier school that nurtures every student to be a person of character who is a lifelong learner and a contributing citizen.

Mission: To provide a holistic education in a Christian environment to nurture every student to be a person of character who is a lifelong learner and a contributing citizen.

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

School Leadership

Principal
MADAM KOH MING- LI VALARIE
Vice Principal
MADAM CHNG YI NA @MRS WRIGHT YI NA
Vice Principal
MDM TAN P'ENG DIANA
Vice Principal
MR YIP WAI CHOONG

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

School Accomplishments

School Excellence Award
Best Practice Award for Character and Citizenship Education
Lee Hsien Loong Award for Innovations in the Teaching and Learning of Mother Tongue Languages

Notable Alumni

Halimah Yacob Tin Pei Ling

School Location

11 BLACKMORE DRIVE , 599986 , Bukit timah West , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: KING ALBERT PARK MRT

Bus To Get There: 66, 67, 74, 77, 151, 154, 157, 170, 174, 852, 961, 970

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Nearest Libraries

Clementi Public Library – 3.42 km Bukit Panjang Public Library – 4.40 km Bukit Batok Public Library – 4.43 km Queenstown Public Library – 5.48 km Jurong Regional Library – 5.02 km library@orchard – 6.47 km Choa Chu Kang Public Library – 6.54 km Bishan Public Library – 7.01 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 7.42 km Central Public Library – 7.70 km Jurong West Public Library – 8.08 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 8.20 km library@harbourfront – 7.82 km library@chinatown – 8.52 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Reserve Residences – 0.28 km Mayfair Gardens – 0.45 km Mayfair Modern – 0.62 km The Cascadia – 0.79 km The Sterling – 0.96 km KAP Residences – 1.13 km Floridian – 1.30 km The Nexus – 1.47 km Maple Woods – 1.64 km The Tessarina – 1.81 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A prestigious and affluent residential area, known for its lush greenery, sprawling private estates, and top-ranking schools. The atmosphere is serene, exclusive, and peaceful, offering a more suburban and nature-centric lifestyle compared to the rest of Singapore.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Bukit Timah Nature Reserve: Home to Singapore's highest peak and one of the oldest primary rainforests in the region. The Rail Corridor (formerly Bukit Timah Railway Station): A popular green corridor for hiking and cycling, featuring the conserved railway station. Beauty World Centre & Bukit Timah Plaza: Older shopping malls that exude a nostalgic charm.

Local Culture & Activities

The dining scene is upscale, with many fine-dining restaurants, chic cafes, and bistros, especially around the Greenwood Avenue and Sixth Avenue areas. The area is a hub for education, with many of Singapore's most prestigious schools located here.

Unique Characteristics

Bukit Timah's unique characteristic is its status as Singapore's green lung. It boasts a significant portion of the nation's nature reserves and is characterized by low-density, high-end residential developments. Its identity is synonymous with wealth, exclusivity, and a high-quality living environment close to nature.

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