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ST. ANDREW'S JUNIOR SCHOOL

2 FRANCIS THOMAS DRIVE

Singapore 359337

Introduction

St. Andrew's Junior School is a government-aided Anglican mission school for boys and a part of the St. Andrew's Village. The school is committed to nurturing every boy to be a servant leader who is a blessing to others, guided by its motto, "Up and On," and its core values of respect, responsibility, resilience, and integrity.

The school's educational approach is centred on the all-round development of its students, integrating academic learning with strong programmes in character formation and spiritual growth. It provides a nurturing community that encourages boys to discover their talents, develop a strong moral compass, and cultivate a spirit of service, preparing them for their future educational journey and beyond.

A Brief Historical Background

The school was founded in 1862 by Reverend Edward Sherman Venn as St. Andrew's School.

School Overview

Main Level
Primary School
School Type
Government-Aided School
School Nature
Boys' School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
No
DGP Code
TOA PAYOH

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
(VISUAL ARTS CLUB)
DIGITAL MEDIA
(MEDIA CLUB)
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(ECO CLUB)
INTERNATIONAL CHESS
(CHESS CLUB)

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BASKETBALL
HOCKEY
MODULAR CCA (SPORTS)
(SPORTS CLUB)
RUGBY
SWIMMING

UNIFORMED GROUPS

BOYS' BRIGADE
SCOUTS

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHOIR
CONCERT BAND

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: To be a premier school of distinction in character and learning.

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

Principal
MRS ELSIE POEY
Vice Principal
MISS HEW YI QIAN CAROLINE
Vice Principal
MRS STEPHANIE GOH
Vice Principal
MR BOEY WENG YUE

School Location

2 FRANCIS THOMAS DRIVE , 359337 , Toa payoh South , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Potong Pasir, Toa Payoh

Bus To Get There: 8,13,26,31,90,90A,107,133,142,147,853,NR6

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name
RS Transport Services

Nearest Libraries

Toa Payoh Public Library – 2.05 km Serangoon Public Library – 2.94 km Geylang East Public Library – 2.99 km Central Public Library – 3.96 km Bishan Public Library – 3.73 km Cheng San Public Library – 4.42 km library@orchard – 4.54 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 4.79 km library@chinatown – 5.72 km Marine Parade Public Library – 6.00 km Sengkang Public Library – 5.85 km Queenstown Public Library – 6.43 km Punggol Regional Library – 6.55 km Bedok Public Library – 6.99 km Tampines Regional Library – 8.44 km Pasir Ris Public Library – 9.38 km Yishun Public Library – 9.12 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Addition – 0.25 km Avon Park – 0.48 km The Venue Residences and Shoppes – 0.65 km Sant Ritz – 0.82 km The Poiz Residences – 0.99 km Sennett Residence – 1.16 km Myra – 1.42 km Park Colonial – 1.59 km The Woodleigh Residences – 1.76 km 8 @ Woodleigh – 1.93 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

As one of Singapore's oldest and most iconic satellite towns, Toa Payoh exudes a nostalgic charm and has a strong, deeply-rooted community spirit. The area is home to many multi-generational families. The atmosphere is bustling and down-to-earth, embodying the classic Singaporean heartland.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Toa Payoh Town Park: A scenic park with a large pond and an iconic observation tower, once a popular spot for wedding photos. Dragon Playground: One of the few remaining full-sized mosaic dragon playgrounds in Singapore, a beloved heritage icon. Lian Shan Shuang Lin Monastery: A stunning national monument and one of the oldest monasteries in Singapore. HDB Hub: The headquarters of the Housing & Development Board.

Local Culture & Activities

Toa Payoh is a food haven, with numerous famous hawker centres like the Toa Payoh Lorong 8 Market & Food Centre. The town centre is a vibrant hub of shops and services. The area has a rich heritage trail that showcases its historical development.

Unique Characteristics

Toa Payoh's unique identity comes from its significant place in Singapore's history as the first town comprehensively planned and developed by the HDB. It famously hosted Queen Elizabeth II in 1972 at Block 53, now known as the "VIP Block". The town serves as a living testament to the nation's public housing success story.

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