SPECTRA SECONDARY SCHOOL
1 WOODLANDS DRIVE 64
Singapore 737758
Introduction
The school's curriculum is designed to build students' confidence and prepare them for the workplace or further vocational education. It offers specialised training in areas such as hospitality, retail services, and mechanical design, supported by strong partnerships with industry leaders. This approach provides students with authentic, hands-on learning experiences and internships, equipping them with valuable skills for their future careers.
A Brief Historical Background
School Overview
SAP, GEP and IP
Special Assistance Plan (SAP)
Bilingual and bicultural programme focusing on strong English and Mother Tongue foundations.
Gifted Education Programme (GEP)
Enrichment for high-ability learners with greater depth, breadth, and pace.
Integrated Programme (IP)
Seamless multi-year pathway that bypasses the O-Levels for a broader curriculum.
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Subjects Offered
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CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
PHYSICAL SPORTS
UNIFORMED GROUPS
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
OTHERS
Vision, Mission and Values
Mission: To nurture students to be persons of character and lifelong learners who are prepared for the future.
Values: Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Integrity, Care, Harmony
School Leadership
School Location
1 WOODLANDS DRIVE 64 , 737758 , Woodlands North , Singapore
Recommended MRT Station: ADMIRALTY
Bus To Get There: 901M, 962 (Bus Stop IDs: 47549 or 47541); 904 (Bus Stop IDs: 47649 or 47641)
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Travelling Distance by Taxi between MRT/LRT Station to the School
| From | Estimated Duration (Minutes) | Approx. Distance (KM) |
|---|---|---|
| ADMIRALTY MRT STATION (NS10) | 1.9 | 0.68 |
| WOODLANDS SOUTH MRT STATION (TE3) | 6.5 | 2.17 |
| WOODLANDS MRT STATION (NS9 / TE2) | 6.2 | 2.74 |
| MARSILING MRT STATION (NS8) | 7.9 | 3.83 |
| SEMBAWANG MRT STATION (NS11) | 8.6 | 3.85 |
| WOODLANDS NORTH MRT STATION (TE1) | 9.8 | 3.97 |
| CANBERRA MRT STATION (NS12) | 8.6 | 4.22 |
| YISHUN MRT STATION (NS13) | 11.1 | 5.34 |
| KRANJI MRT STATION (NS7) | 10.9 | 5.46 |
| KHATIB MRT STATION (NS14) | 13.1 | 6.18 |
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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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