ST. ANDREW'S SECONDARY SCHOOL
15 FRANCIS THOMAS DRIVE
Singapore 359342
Introduction
The school provides a holistic education that balances academic rigour with character development and spiritual formation. It offers an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in design, technology, and engineering, and a Learning for Life Programme (LLP) in sports and outdoor education. These programmes aim to develop resilient, compassionate, and principled young men who are prepared to lead and serve the community.
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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.
Mother Tongue
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Subjects Offered
Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)
CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
PHYSICAL SPORTS
UNIFORMED GROUPS
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
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
15 FRANCIS THOMAS DRIVE , 359342 , Toa payoh South , Singapore
Recommended MRT Station: POTONG PASIR MRT
Bus To Get There: 8, 13, 26, 31, 90, 90A, 107, 133, 142, 147, 853
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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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