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NATIONAL JUNIOR COLLEGE

37 HILLCREST ROAD

Singapore 288913

Introduction

National Junior College holds the distinction of being Singapore's first junior college. It offers a six-year Integrated Programme and a two-year A-Level course. The college's vision is to be a school of distinction and a home of leaders and scholars with a heart for the nation, guided by its motto, "Service with Honour."

The college provides a holistic and rigorous education that fosters intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and a passion for learning. It has a strong focus on leadership development, research, and service to the community. Through its comprehensive academic and co-curricular programmes, the college aims to nurture well-rounded individuals who are prepared to lead and contribute meaningfully to Singapore and the world.

A Brief Historical Background

Established in 1969, National Junior College was the first government junior college in Singapore. It was officially opened on 14 May 1970 by then Prime Minister Mr Lee Kuan Yew.

School Overview

Main Level
Singapore School
School Type
Government School
School Nature
Co-ed School
School Mode / Session
Full Day
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

Aesthetics Biology Chemistry Chinese Language Economics English Language & Literature Geography History Mathematics Physics Physical Education & Sports Student Development

Subjects Offered

Advanced Humanities
Advanced Inquiry in Mathematics
Advanced Language Arts
Advanced Science
Appreciation of Chinese Culture
Arabic Language as 3rd Lang
Arabic Language as MTL-in-lieu
Art
Art Elective Programme
Bahasa Indonesia
Bengali Language
Biology
Boarding Curriculum
Burmese Language
Chemistry
China Studies in Chinese
China Studies in English
Chinese Language
Chinese Language (Special Programme)
Chinese Language (Special Programme) (Non-examinable)
Chinese Language Syllabus B
Chinese Language and Literature
Computing
Design and Technology
Drama-in-Production
Economics
English Language
English Language and Linguistics
Enrichment Mathematics
Food & Consumer Education
Food Security and Sustainability
French Language
Further Mathematics
General Arts Programme (Art)
General Arts Programme (Music)
General Paper
Geography
German Language
Governance & Society
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)
Integrated Science
Integrated Sciences
Japanese Language
Knowledge & Inquiry
Language Arts
Literature in English
Malay Language
Malay Language (Special Programme)
Malay Language (Special Programme) (Non-examinable)
Malay Language Syllabus B
Malay Language and Literature
Man and Ideas
Management of Business
Mathematics
Music
Music Programme
NTU Molecular Biology
NTU Semiconductor Physics & Devices
NTU-A*STAR-HCI Science Research (Physics)
NUS Geopolitics : Geographies of War & Peace
NUS-A*STAR-NJC Science Research (Biology)
NUS-A*STAR-NJC Science Research (Chemistry)
NUS-A*STAR-NJC Science Research (Mathematics)
NUS-A*STAR-NJC Science Research (Physics)
NUS-MOE Humanities & Social Science Research (CL & Lit)
NUS-MOE Humanities & Social Science Research (Geog)
NUS-MOE Humanities & Social Science Research (ML & Lit)
Physical Education
Physics
Principles of Accounting
Project Work
Punjabi Language
SMU Game Theory
SPIRE
Science
Self Mastery Plus Programme
Spanish Language
Tamil Language
Tamil Language Syllabus B
Tamil Language and Literature
Thai Language
Theatre Studies & Drama
Thinking
Translation (Chinese)
Urdu Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

AUDIO VISUAL AID
(AVA & PA CLUB)
CHINESE LANGUAGE, DRAMA AND DEBATING
(CLDDS)
COMMUNITY SERVICE (ROTARY-SPONSORED)
(INTERACT CLUB)
DESIGN AND INNOVATION
(MAKERS' SOCIETY)
ENGLISH LANGUAGE, DRAMA AND DEBATING
(ELDDES)
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(GREENLINK)
INDIAN LANGUAGE, DRAMA AND DEBATING
(ILDDS)
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
(NJPRODUCTIONS)
MALAY LANGUAGE, DRAMA AND DEBATING
(MALAY CULTURAL SOCIETY)
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
(ASTRONOMY)
SINGAPORE YOUTH FLYING CLUB
STUDENTS' COUNCIL

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BASKETBALL
CANOEING
(CANOEING & DRAGON BOAT)
FLOORBALL
FOOTBALL
HOCKEY
NETBALL
ROCKWALL CLIMBING
SHOOTING
SOFTBALL
SQUASH
TABLE TENNIS
TOUCH RUGBY
TRACK AND FIELD
WUSHU

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHINESE DANCE
CHINESE ORCHESTRA
(CHINESE ORCHESTRA & GUZHENG ENSEMBLE)
CHOIR
CONCERT BAND
(SYMPHONIC BAND)
GUITAR ENSEMBLE
GUZHENG ENSEMBLE
INDIAN DANCE
KEYBOARD ENSEMBLE
MALAY DANCE
MODERN DANCE
(WESTERN DANCE)
SINGAPORE NATIONAL YOUTH CHINESE ORCHESTRA
SINGAPORE NATIONAL YOUTH ORCHESTRA
STRING ENSEMBLE

UNIFORMED GROUPS

GIRL GUIDES
GIRLS' BRIGADE
NATIONAL CADET CORPS (LAND)
NATIONAL POLICE CADET CORPS
RED CROSS YOUTH
SCOUTS
ST JOHN BRIGADE

OTHERS

STUDENT LEADERSHIP (COUNCIL)

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: To be a premier school of distinction in character and learning.

Mission: To nurture students to be persons of character and lifelong learners who are prepared for the future.

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

School Leadership

Principal
MRS TOH LUCY
Vice Principal
MR HARESH S/O SIVARAM
Vice Principal
MISS SIM SOO LENG AILEEN
Vice Principal
MR CHONG CHEE KEONG ALVIN

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

School Accomplishments

Art Elective Programme
Music Programme
Language Elective Programme

Notable Alumni

Lee Hsien Loong Chen Show Mao Claire Wong

School Location

37 HILLCREST ROAD , 288913 , Bukit timah South , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: BOTANIC GARDENS MRT, TAN KAH KEE MRT, SIXTH AVENUE MRT

Bus To Get There: 67, 74, 151, 154, 156, 157, 170, 174, 852, 961

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Nearby Points of Interest

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Nearest Libraries

Queenstown Public Library – 4.26 km library@orchard – 4.31 km Clementi Public Library – 4.60 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 5.09 km Bishan Public Library – 5.17 km Central Public Library – 5.30 km Jurong Regional Library – 6.20 km library@chinatown – 6.59 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 6.74 km Bukit Panjang Public Library – 6.46 km library@harbourfront – 6.99 km Serangoon Public Library – 7.47 km Cheng San Public Library – 8.11 km Bukit Batok Public Library – 8.00 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Shelford – 0.18 km Adam Park Condominium – 0.35 km Duchess Crest – 0.52 km The Arcadia – 0.69 km Leedon Residence – 0.91 km d'Leedon – 1.08 km The Holland Collection – 1.27 km Holland Hill Park – 1.44 km The Estoril – 1.61 km Sutton Place – 1.78 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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