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PAYA LEBAR METHODIST GIRLS' SCHOOL (PRIMARY)

298 LORONG AH SOO

Singapore 536741

Introduction

Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Primary) is a government-aided Methodist mission school for girls with a rich heritage. The school's vision is to develop every student into a community of active learners, inspiring leaders, and graceful ladies for God, country, and community. Its educational philosophy is guided by its motto, "Grow in Grace," and its core values of love, honour, and purity.

The school provides a holistic education within a caring Christian environment, focusing on the moral, intellectual, physical, social, and aesthetic development of its students. It integrates academic learning with strong character formation programmes, aiming to cultivate individuals who are resilient, compassionate, and committed to serving the community.

A Brief Historical Background

The school was founded on 31 October 1916 as Paya Lebar English School, a branch of the Anglo-Chinese School. In 1986, it was separated into primary and secondary schools.

School Overview

Main Level
Primary School
School Type
Government-Aided School
School Nature
Girls' School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
No
DGP Code
HOUGANG

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 Mathematics Science Mother Tongue Physical Education Aesthetics Character & 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)

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

ANGKLUNG/KULINTANG ENSEMBLE
CHOIR
HANDBELL ENSEMBLE
MODERN DANCE
(INTERNATIONAL DANCE)
STRING ENSEMBLE

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ART AND CRAFTS
ENGLISH LANGUAGE, DRAMA AND DEBATING
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(ENVIRONMENTCLUB)
FAITH-BASED CCA
(CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP)
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (COMPUTING)
(INNOVATION CLUB)

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
MODULAR CCA (SPORTS)
NETBALL
RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS
ROPE SKIPPING
TABLE TENNIS
TRACK AND FIELD

UNIFORMED GROUPS

GIRLS' BRIGADE

OTHERS

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
MRS MRS JOYCE ANG
Vice Principal
MADAM TANG WAI YUE
Vice Principal
MRS ESTHER SEE-LING SZENGEN

School Distinctive Programmes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Domain: STEM - Transportation
Title: MoveIT
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Music & Performing Arts/ Visual Arts & Design
Title: Aesthetics Expressions @ PL

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

School Accomplishments

School Distinction Award
Best Practice Awards for Teaching & Learning
Character and Citizenship Education
Student All-Round Development and Staff Well-Being and Development

Notable Alumni

E.W. Barker Lim Siong Guan

School Location

298 LORONG AH SOO , 536741 , Hougang East , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Kovan (NE13), Serangoon(NE12/CC13)

Bus To Get There: 45, 53, 53M, 62, 113

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name
Raffles Bus Services Pte Ltd

Nearest Libraries

Serangoon Public Library – 1.94 km Cheng San Public Library – 3.33 km Geylang East Public Library – 3.69 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 3.96 km Sengkang Public Library – 4.01 km Punggol Regional Library – 4.79 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 4.54 km Bishan Public Library – 4.88 km Tampines Regional Library – 6.51 km Bedok Public Library – 6.67 km Pasir Ris Public Library – 6.88 km Central Public Library – 6.95 km library@orchard – 7.39 km Marine Parade Public Library – 7.43 km Yishun Public Library – 8.07 km library@chinatown – 8.29 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Florence Residences – 0.55 km The Tembusu – 0.78 km Kovan Residences – 0.95 km Stars of Kovan – 1.12 km Forest Woods – 1.30 km The Quinn – 1.48 km Kingsford Waterbay – 1.71 km Rio Vista – 1.88 km Affinity at Serangoon – 2.05 km The Garden Residences – 2.22 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

As one of Singapore's largest and oldest residential estates, Hougang has a strong, close-knit heartland character. The community is diverse, with a significant Teochew population, and retains a tangible sense of local heritage and identity. The vibe is lively and unpretentious.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Punggol Park: A large, scenic park with a 5-hectare pond, popular for jogging, cycling, and fishing. Hougang Mall and The Midtown: Key shopping and dining destinations. Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary & Hougang Tou Mu Kung: Two national monuments featured on the local heritage trail.

Local Culture & Activities

Hougang is famous for its vibrant hawker centers and traditional eateries, offering a plethora of authentic local food. It was the first HDB estate to have a McDonald's (which still exists) and a bowling alley. Community institutions like the Ramakrishna Mission and various clan associations are active.

Unique Characteristics

Hougang has a rich heritage, with its name "Au Kang" meaning "back of the river" in Teochew and Hokkien. Its architecture is unique, with HDB's early attempts to create a distinct identity evident in blocks with rounded balconies and Spanish-style features. The iconic rainbow mural on Block 316 is a well-known local landmark.

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