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ST. JOSEPH'S INSTITUTION JUNIOR

3 ESSEX ROAD

Singapore 309331

Introduction

St. Joseph's Institution Junior is a government-aided Catholic mission school for boys, founded by the De La Salle Brothers. The school is committed to providing a holistic education in a Catholic environment, developing each child to his fullest potential. Its ethos is guided by the Lasallian values of faith, service, and community, and its motto, "Ora et Labora" (Pray and Work).

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 and inclusive community where boys are encouraged to discover their talents, develop a strong moral compass, and cultivate a spirit of service to others, especially the less fortunate.

A Brief Historical Background

The school was established in 1954 as St. Michael's School and was renamed St. Joseph's Institution Junior in 2007.

School Overview

Main Level
Primary School
School Type
Government-Aided School
School Nature
Boys' 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 and Citizenship Education

Subjects Offered

Art
Bengali Language
Chinese Language
English Language
Foundation Chinese Language
Foundation English Language
Foundation Malay Language
Foundation Mathematics
Foundation Punjabi Language
Foundation Science
Foundation Tamil Language
Foundation Urdu 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
Test
Urdu Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ART AND CRAFTS
INTERNATIONAL CHESS
ROBOTICS

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BOWLING
FLOORBALL
FOOTBALL
RUGBY
TENNIS

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

BRASS BAND
CHOIR
MODERN DANCE

UNIFORMED GROUPS

SCOUTS

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: To be a Catholic school of choice, nurturing persons of faith and leaders with a heart for others.

Mission: To provide a holistic education in a Catholic environment to nurture every student to be a person of faith and a leader with a heart for others.

Values: Faith, Service, Community

School Leadership

Principal
MR LEONG YEW HON ERIC
Vice Principal
MISS YAK HIOK WOON, FAITH (YE YUYUN)
Vice Principal
MISS SNG WAN XIAN
Vice Principal
MR LIM YEW TEE COLLIN

School Location

3 ESSEX ROAD , 309331 , Novena South , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Novena

Bus To Get There: 21;54;56;57;124;131;141;166;518;851;980

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name
RS Transport Services

Nearest Libraries

Toa Payoh Public Library – 2.44 km library@orchard – 2.65 km Central Public Library – 3.19 km Bishan Public Library – 3.18 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 4.54 km Queenstown Public Library – 4.80 km Serangoon Public Library – 5.28 km library@chinatown – 4.90 km Geylang East Public Library – 5.92 km Cheng San Public Library – 6.01 km library@harbourfront – 7.08 km Clementi Public Library – 7.46 km Sengkang Public Library – 7.91 km Punggol Regional Library – 8.48 km Yishun Public Library – 8.52 km Bukit Panjang Public Library – 8.58 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Lincoln Residences – 0.28 km Pullman Residences Newton – 0.45 km Kopar at Newton – 0.62 km The Atelier – 0.79 km Sloane Residences – 0.96 km Juniper Hill – 1.13 km The Hyde – 1.30 km 10 Evelyn – 1.47 km Peak Residence – 1.64 km Mont Botanik Residence – 1.81 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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