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SERANGOON GARDEN SECONDARY SCHOOL

21 SERANGOON NORTH AVENUE 1

Singapore 555889

Introduction

Serangoon Garden Secondary School is a government school committed to nurturing students to be persons of character who are passionate about learning and have a heart to serve. The school's vision is to be a vibrant community of learners and leaders, guided by its core values of integrity, responsibility, respect, resilience, and care.

The school provides a holistic education that balances academic pursuits with character development. It offers an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in design, technology, and engineering, which cultivates innovation and problem-solving skills. Its Learning for Life Programme (LLP) focuses on sports and outdoor education, aiming to build character, teamwork, and a passion for a healthy, active lifestyle.

A Brief Historical Background

The school was established in 1959 as Lichfield Secondary School. It was renamed Serangoon Garden Government High School in 1960 and became Serangoon Garden Secondary School in 1969 after merging with Hwi Yoh Vocational School.

School Overview

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

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 and Literature Mathematics Science Humanities Craft & Technology Mother Tongue Languages Physical Education

Subjects Offered

Additional Mathematics
Applied Learning Programme
Arabic Language as 3rd Lang
Arabic Language as MTL-in-lieu
Art
Bahasa Indonesia
Basic Chinese Language
Basic Malay Language
Basic Tamil Language
Biology
Burmese Language
CCE
Chemistry
Chinese Language
Chinese Language (Special Programme)
Chinese Language Syllabus B
Computer Applications
Computing
Design & Technology
Design and Technology
English Language
Food & Consumer Education
Food & Consumer Education
French Language
Geography
German Language
Higher Chinese Language
Higher Malay Language
Higher Tamil Language
Hindi Language
History
Humanities (Geography)
Humanities (History)
Humanities (Literature in English)
Humanities (SS, Geography)
Humanities (SS, History)
Humanities (SS, Humanities Exposure Modules)
Humanities (SS, Literature in English)
Japanese Language
Literature in English
Malay Language
Malay Language (Special Programme)
Malay Language Syllabus B
Mathematics
Music
Nutrition and Food Science
Physical Education
Physics
Principles of Accounts
Punjabi Language
Science
Science (Chem, Bio)
Science (Phy, Bio)
Science (Phy, Chem)
Social Studies
Spanish Language
Tamil Language
Tamil Language Syllabus B
Thai Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BASKETBALL
FLOORBALL
FOOTBALL
MODULAR CCA (SPORTS)
NETBALL
TABLE TENNIS

UNIFORMED GROUPS

BOYS' BRIGADE
GIRL GUIDES
GIRLS' BRIGADE
NATIONAL CADET CORPS (LAND)
NATIONAL POLICE CADET CORPS
RED CROSS YOUTH

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHOIR
CONCERT BAND
ENGLISH DRAMA
(LANGUAGE ARTS CLUB)
GUZHENG ENSEMBLE
MODERN DANCE
(DANCE)

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(EARTH CLUB)
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
(MEDIA CLUB)
ROBOTICS
SINGAPORE YOUTH FLYING CLUB

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: A school of choice for learners, leaders and champions.

Mission: To nurture every student to be a person of character, a lifelong learner and a responsible citizen.

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

School Leadership

Principal
MADAM MAH PATSY
Vice Principal
MS HO GEOK LAN
Vice Principal
MR NG SONG LIM STEVEN
Vice Principal
MR ZAINAL ABIDIN BIN MAHMOOD

School Distinctive Programmes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Domain: Humanities
Title: Researching Society through Media Literacy
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Community Youth Leadership
Title: Nurturing Confident and Compassionate Leaders

School Location

21 SERANGOON NORTH AVENUE 1 , 555889 , Serangoon South , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: SERANGOON MRT, ANG MO KIO MRT

Bus To Get There: 25, 55, 73, 74, 76, 132, 165, 315

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Travelling Distance by Taxi between MRT/LRT Station to the School

From Estimated Duration (Minutes) Approx. Distance (KM)
KOVAN MRT STATION (NE13) 7.2 2.28
SERANGOON MRT STATION (NE12 / CC13) 5.8 2.47
HOUGANG MRT STATION (NE14) 7.4 2.96
ANG MO KIO MRT STATION (NS16) 6.4 3.05
LORONG CHUAN MRT STATION (CC14) 8.0 3.32
BARTLEY MRT STATION (CC12) 8.5 3.73
WOODLEIGH MRT STATION (NE11) 8.7 3.73
BUANGKOK MRT STATION (NE15) 8.7 4.01
TONGKANG LRT STATION (SW7) 10.0 4.71
YIO CHU KANG MRT STATION (NS15) 9.8 4.73

Estimates shown for closest stations.

Nearest Libraries

Serangoon Public Library – 1.57 km Cheng San Public Library – 1.70 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 2.65 km Sengkang Public Library – 3.42 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 3.93 km Bishan Public Library – 3.99 km Punggol Regional Library – 4.39 km Geylang East Public Library – 5.38 km Yishun Public Library – 6.36 km Tampines Regional Library – 7.21 km Pasir Ris Public Library – 7.37 km Central Public Library – 6.81 km library@orchard – 6.98 km Marine Parade Public Library – 8.16 km Sembawang Public Library – 8.44 km Bedok Public Library – 8.43 km Queenstown Public Library – 8.54 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Gardens at Bishan – 0.25 km Fontaine Parry – 0.48 km The Waterline – 0.65 km Cherryhill – 0.79 km Affinity at Serangoon – 1.05 km The Garden Residences – 1.21 km The Scala – 1.42 km Casa Vera – 1.58 km Kensington Park Condominium – 1.75 km Rosyth Ville – 1.91 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A bustling, centrally located mature residential town with excellent connectivity. The community is diverse, attracting families and expatriates. The vibe is lively and convenient, with a distinct contrast between the modern hub at Serangoon Central and the charming, low-rise enclave of Serangoon Gardens.

Landmarks & Notable Places

NEX: One of the largest suburban malls in Singapore, fully integrated with the Serangoon MRT and bus interchange. Serangoon Gardens: A charming, low-rise private housing estate known for its unique "circus" roundabout and laid-back vibe. Chomp Chomp Food Centre: A legendary supper spot in Serangoon Gardens, famous for its hawker fare.

Local Culture & Activities

Serangoon boasts a highly-regarded and diverse food scene. The area around NEX is a bustling hub of retail and activity, while Serangoon Gardens offers a more village-like atmosphere with quaint cafes, restaurants, and pubs. The Serangoon Sports Centre provides recreational facilities.

Unique Characteristics

Serangoon's unique identity lies in this duality: it is both a major modern transport and commercial hub, and home to the nostalgic, European-influenced Serangoon Gardens estate. This contrast provides a unique blend of lifestyles and makes it a highly desirable place to live.

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