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RIVERSIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL

110 Woodlands Crescent

Singapore 737803

Introduction

Riverside 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) focuses on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills through Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The Learning for Life Programme (LLP) is centred on character and leadership development through sports and outdoor education, aiming to build resilience and teamwork.

A Brief Historical Background

Riverside Primary School was established in 1987.

School Overview

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

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)

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ART AND CRAFTS
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
HOME ECONOMICS
ROBOTICS
(PLAY CLUB)

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BASKETBALL
FLOORBALL
FOOTBALL
NETBALL
TRACK AND FIELD

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHOIR
ENGLISH DRAMA
MODERN DANCE
STRING ENSEMBLE

UNIFORMED GROUPS

SCOUTS

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: Every child a star.

Mission: To nurture our students to be confident, caring and creative individuals who are passionate about learning and who will contribute to society.

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

School Leadership

Principal
MR TAN CHOON KHENG
Vice Principal
MADAM KHOO PHAIK HOON REGINA
Vice Principal
MRS RANUKA PALANIVELU

School Distinctive Programmes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Domain: Interdisciplinary
Title: Playworks ' Nurturing Critical and Inventive Thinkers
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Community Service & Student Leadership
Title: PeerWorks - Building Self, Supporting One Another, Serving the Community Together

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

School Accomplishments

Applied Learning Programme (PlayWorks)

School Location

110 Woodlands Crescent , 737803 , Woodlands North , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Admiralty MRT Station

Bus To Get There: Bus No 913 and Bus No 964

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name
Chang Chen Pte Ltd

Nearest Libraries

Woodlands Regional Library – 1.63 km Sembawang Public Library – 2.08 km Yishun Public Library – 3.86 km Choa Chu Kang Public Library – 6.94 km Bukit Panjang Public Library – 7.41 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 8.01 km Punggol Regional Library – 8.35 km Cheng San Public Library – 8.50 km Sengkang Public Library – 8.82 km Bishan Public Library – 9.98 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

Northoaks – 0.28 km Woodsvale – 0.45 km La Casa – 0.72 km Forestville – 0.95 km Twin Fountains – 1.12 km Bellewoods – 1.29 km The Brownstone – 1.52 km The Visionaire – 1.69 km Parc Life – 1.86 km Sun Plaza – 2.03 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A bustling, family-friendly suburban town with a diverse demographic of young families, professionals, and expatriates. The lifestyle is convenient and active, with a strong sense of community fostered by numerous amenities and green spaces. It's a self-sufficient town that offers a balance between urban living and nature.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Woodlands Waterfront Park: Offers stunning panoramic views of the Johor Strait and a 1.5km-long waterfront promenade. Admiralty Park: Features the largest nature area within a park in Singapore, with a diverse range of flora and fauna, a mangrove forest, and Singapore's largest playground. Causeway Point & Woodlands Civic Centre: Major retail and community hubs. Singapore State Cemetery: The burial site of Singapore's first and second presidents.

Local Culture & Activities

The area boasts a vibrant dining and shopping scene at Causeway Point, one of the largest suburban malls in Singapore. The Woodlands Regional Library and community clubs host regular events and workshops. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the extensive jogging and cycling tracks at Woodlands Waterfront Park. Marsiling Mall and its hawker centre are popular for local food.

Unique Characteristics

Its most defining characteristic is the direct causeway link to Johor Bahru, Malaysia, making it a crucial gateway and fostering significant cross-border interaction and economic activity. Historically, the area was characterized by rubber plantations and villages, and its name was derived from its heavily wooded appearance when viewed from Johor.

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