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NORTHLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL

15 YISHUN AVENUE 4

Singapore 769026

Introduction

Northland Primary School is a government school committed to nurturing students to become confident persons, self-directed learners, and concerned citizens. The school's vision is to be a "Community of Learners, Leaders and Innovators," and its educational philosophy is anchored in its core values of respect, responsibility, resilience, integrity, care, and harmony.

The school provides a holistic education in a supportive and engaging environment. Its Applied Learning Programme (ALP) is in environmental science for sustainable living, fostering a sense of responsibility towards the planet. The Learning for Life Programme (LLP) is centred on character and leadership development through the arts, aiming to build confidence, creativity, and collaborative skills.

A Brief Historical Background

Northland Primary School was established in 1988. The school was officially opened on 17 April 1990.

School Overview

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

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
Chess
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
Project Work
Punjabi Language
Science
Social Studies
Tamil Language
Urdu Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ART AND CRAFTS
(ART CLUB)
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
(ROBOTICS CLUB)
INTERNATIONAL CHESS
(CHESS CLUB)
MALAY CULTURE AND LANGUAGE
MEDIA RESOURCE LIBRARY
(PACMRL(LIBRARY))

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BASKETBALL
FLOORBALL
FOOTBALL
NETBALL
SILAT
TRACK AND FIELD
WUSHU

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHINESE DANCE
(CHINESE CULTURAL DANCE)
CHOIR
(SCHOOL CHOIR)
ENGLISH DRAMA
(DRAMA CLUB)
HANDBELL ENSEMBLE
MODERN DANCE
STRING ENSEMBLE

UNIFORMED GROUPS

GIRL GUIDES (BROWNIES)
(BROWNIES)
SCOUTS
(CUB SCOUTS)

School Leadership

Principal
MR JAY WESTLY MAHARDALE
Vice Principal
MR CHONG CHOONG HIAN
Vice Principal
MISS LEE QUEE CHOO GINA

School Distinctive Programmes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Domain: Interdisciplinary
Title: Applied Thinking Programme
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Music & Performing Arts
Title: My Story, My Stage

School Location

15 YISHUN AVENUE 4 , 769026 , Yishun North , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Yishun MRT Station

Bus To Get There: 812 (next to bus service number 171) at Yishun Interchange

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name
Sky Transport Services Pte Ltd

Nearest Libraries

Yishun Public Library – 1.48 km Sembawang Public Library – 3.20 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 5.43 km Woodlands Regional Library – 5.46 km Cheng San Public Library – 6.64 km Punggol Regional Library – 7.82 km Sengkang Public Library – 7.85 km Bishan Public Library – 8.08 km Choa Chu Kang Public Library – 8.79 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 9.12 km Bukit Panjang Public Library – 9.14 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Estuary – 0.21 km Orchid Park Condominium – 0.38 km The Wisteria – 0.71 km North Park Residences – 0.98 km The Canopy – 1.25 km Lilydale – 1.43 km Nine Residences – 1.61 km Symphony Suites – 1.79 km The Watergardens at Canberra – 2.07 km One Canberra – 2.25 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A large, established, and densely populated residential town with a diverse demographic ranging from young families to retirees. Known for its affordability, it has a quintessential heartland vibe with a strong community spirit, though it has also developed a unique and often humorous reputation in popular culture.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Yishun Park: A key green space with a variety of flora and fauna. Lower Seletar Reservoir Park: A popular spot for water sports and tranquil walks. Northpoint City: A massive integrated development with a shopping mall, community club, and transport hub. Yishun Pond Park: Features a prominent water promenade and a variety of bird species.

Local Culture & Activities

Residents enjoy a wide array of local and affordable food at numerous hawker centres and coffee shops. Northpoint City offers extensive retail and dining options. Community life is centered around the Yishun Integrated Transport Hub and Yishun Town Square, which hosts frequent events.

Unique Characteristics

Yishun has cultivated a distinct local identity, partly due to the "Yishun stereotype" in local media, which residents have often embraced with a sense of humor. It's a town that balances its heartland charm with modern, large-scale amenities.

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