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SINGAPORE CHINESE GIRLS' PRIMARY SCHOOL

190 DUNEARN ROAD

Singapore 309437

Introduction

Singapore Chinese Girls' Primary School is part of an independent, government-aided school for girls with a distinguished history. The school is committed to nurturing every student to be a "Kim Gek" (a lady of gold and jade), a woman of character and a leader of tomorrow. Its ethos is guided by its motto of Sincerity, Courage, Generosity, and Service.

The school's educational approach focuses on the all-round development of its students, integrating academic learning with strong programmes in character formation and leadership. It provides a nurturing community that encourages girls to pursue excellence, discover their talents, and cultivate a heart for service, preparing them for their future educational journey and beyond.

A Brief Historical Background

The school was founded on 1 July 1899 as the Singapore Chinese Girls' School.

School Overview

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

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 & Citizenship Education

Subjects Offered

Art
Chinese Language
English Language
Foundation Chinese Language
Foundation English Language
Foundation Mathematics
Foundation Science
Foundation Tamil Language
Higher Chinese Language
Higher Malay Language
Higher Tamil Language
Hindi Language
Malay Language
Mathematics
Music
Physical Education
Science
Social Studies
Tamil Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ART AND CRAFTS
(ART CLUB)
CHINESE CULTURE AND LANGUAGE
(CHINESE DRAMA CLUB)
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
(MEDIA PRODUCTION)
ROBOTICS

PHYSICAL SPORTS

ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS
BADMINTON
MODULAR CCA (SPORTS)
NETBALL
TENNIS

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHINESE DANCE
CHOIR
ENGLISH DRAMA
HANDBELL ENSEMBLE
MODERN DANCE
(INTERNATIONAL DANCE)
MODULAR CCA (VPA)
(MODULAR DANCE)
SINGAPORE NATIONAL YOUTH ORCHESTRA
STRING ENSEMBLE

UNIFORMED GROUPS

GIRL GUIDES (BROWNIES)

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 LINDA CHAN
Vice Principal
MADAM LIM YING YING
Vice Principal
MADAM PEH TAN WEE
Vice Principal
MADAM SIA YAN SAN

School Location

190 DUNEARN ROAD , 309437 , Novena South , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Stevens

Bus To Get There: 66, 67, 105, 132, 151, 153, 154, 156, 170, 171, 186, 190, 605, 700, 960

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name
Revolving Transport Pte Ltd

Nearest Libraries

library@orchard – 1.48 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 3.01 km Central Public Library – 3.14 km Bishan Public Library – 3.71 km Queenstown Public Library – 4.54 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 5.18 km library@chinatown – 4.84 km Serangoon Public Library – 5.86 km Geylang East Public Library – 6.43 km Cheng San Public Library – 6.55 km Clementi Public Library – 7.22 km library@harbourfront – 6.98 km Sengkang Public Library – 8.47 km Punggol Regional Library – 9.00 km Yishun Public Library – 8.91 km Bukit Panjang Public Library – 8.89 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

Cyan – 0.28 km The Robin Residences – 0.45 km Cluny Park Residence – 0.65 km Botanic Gardens View – 0.82 km Gallop Gables – 0.99 km The Shelford – 1.18 km Adam Park Condominium – 1.35 km Duchess Crest – 1.52 km The Arcadia – 1.69 km Leedon Residence – 1.92 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A prime, centrally located district with a sophisticated, fast-paced lifestyle. It's a major medical hub, attracting a mix of affluent locals, expatriates, and medical professionals. The atmosphere is bustling and modern, with a focus on health, wellness, and upscale urban living.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall: A national monument and heritage institution that tells the story of Dr. Sun Yat Sen's revolutionary activities in Southeast Asia. Tan Tock Seng Hospital & Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital: Key institutions that form the core of "Health City Novena." Velocity@Novena Square & United Square: Shopping malls catering to sports enthusiasts and families, respectively.

Local Culture & Activities

The dining scene is vibrant, with a wide selection of restaurants and cafes in the area's shopping malls. Novena is a retail hub, particularly for sports and family-oriented products. The concentration of medical facilities means the area is busy with patients, visitors, and healthcare professionals.

Unique Characteristics

Novena's identity is unequivocally defined by its status as a premier medical hub for Singapore. The "Health City Novena" masterplan aims to integrate healthcare, research, and education, making this the dominant characteristic of the neighborhood's landscape and daily life.

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