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TANJONG KATONG GIRLS' SCHOOL

20 Dunman Lane

Singapore 439272

Introduction

Tanjong Katong Girls' School is an autonomous government school for girls with a rich history of academic and co-curricular excellence. The school's vision is to be a premier institution that nurtures women of character and leaders of tomorrow, guided by its motto, "Moribus Modestus" (Demure and Resolute).

The school provides a holistic and forward-looking education with a strong emphasis on leadership and intellectual inquiry. It offers an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in humanities and social sciences research, which cultivates critical thinking and analytical skills. Its Learning for Life Programme (LLP) focuses on leadership through service and advocacy, empowering students to become compassionate and active citizens.

A Brief Historical Background

The school was established in 1953 as the first post-war government English-medium girls' school.

School Overview

Main Level
Singapore School
School Type
Government School
School Nature
Girls' School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
Yes
DGP Code
MARINE PARADE

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 & Literature Mother Tongue Languages Mathematics Science Humanities Aesthetics Physical Education

Subjects Offered

Additional Mathematics
Arabic Language as 3rd Lang
Arabic Language as MTL-in-lieu
Art
Bahasa Indonesia
Bengali Language
Biology
Chemistry
Chinese Language
Chinese Language (Special Programme)
Chinese Language Syllabus B
Design & Technology
Design and Technology
Economics
English Language
Food & Consumer Education
Food & Consumer Education
French Language
Geography
German Language
Gujarati Language
Higher Art
Higher Chinese Language
Higher Malay Language
Higher Music
Higher Tamil Language
Hindi Language
History
Humanities (Geography)
Humanities (History)
Humanities (Literature in English)
Humanities (SS, Geography)
Humanities (SS, History)
Humanities (SS, Literature in English)
Humanities (SS, Literature in Tamil)
Japanese Language
Literature in English
Literature in Tamil
Malay Language
Malay Language (Special Programme)
Mathematics
Music
Physical Education
Physics
Punjabi Language
Science
Science (Chem, Bio)
Science (Phy, Chem)
Tamil Language
Tamil Language Syllabus B
Thai Language
Urdu Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ART AND CRAFTS
COMMUNITY SERVICE
(INTERACT CLUB)
ENGLISH LANGUAGE, DRAMA AND DEBATING
(LITERARY & DEBATING SOCIETY)
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
MEDIA RESOURCE LIBRARY

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BASKETBALL
BOWLING
FLOORBALL
NETBALL
SAILING
SOFTBALL
SP-CCA (ATHLETICS)
TENNIS

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHOIR
CONCERT BAND
ENGLISH DRAMA
MODERN DANCE
SINGAPORE NATIONAL YOUTH ORCHESTRA
STRING ENSEMBLE

UNIFORMED GROUPS

GIRL GUIDES
NATIONAL POLICE CADET CORPS
RED CROSS YOUTH

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
MISS CHEW ING LIM
Vice Principal
MS XU WANJING
Vice Principal
MR CHAI CHI YANG MOSES

School Location

20 Dunman Lane , 439272 , Marine parade East , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: PAYA LEBAR MRT, DAKOTA MRT

Bus To Get There: 10, 16, 31, 32, 33, 40, 43, 134, 135, 197

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Nearby Points of Interest

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Nearest Libraries

Marine Parade Public Library – 2.10 km Geylang East Public Library – 2.37 km Central Public Library – 4.70 km Bedok Public Library – 4.88 km Serangoon Public Library – 5.70 km library@chinatown – 5.92 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 6.07 km Cheng San Public Library – 6.54 km Bishan Public Library – 6.96 km library@orchard – 6.75 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 7.50 km Tampines Regional Library – 7.37 km Sengkang Public Library – 7.82 km Queenstown Public Library – 8.52 km Punggol Regional Library – 8.32 km Pasir Ris Public Library – 8.87 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Shore Residences – 0.35 km One Amber – 0.52 km The Esta – 0.69 km Amber Park – 0.86 km Coastline Residences – 1.03 km The Meyerise – 1.20 km Meyer Mansion – 1.37 km The Seafront on Meyer – 1.54 km The Belvedere – 1.71 km The Atria at Meyer – 1.88 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A prime coastal residential area built entirely on reclaimed land, offering a scenic and relaxed environment. The community is a mix of affluent families and older residents, and the lifestyle is breezy and convenient, with easy access to both the city and the beach.

Landmarks & Notable Places

East Coast Park: Singapore's most popular park, stretching along the coastline and offering a vast array of recreational activities. Parkway Parade: A long-standing and major shopping mall that has served the East Coast for decades. The Marine Parade Public Library: Known for its sea views from the reading areas.

Local Culture & Activities

The local culture is deeply connected to the seaside. The area is famous for the Katong district nearby, which is the heart of Peranakan (Straits-Chinese) culture, offering renowned Peranakan cuisine and beautifully preserved shophouses.

Unique Characteristics

Marine Parade's most unique characteristic is its identity as a premier seaside HDB town. The high-rise flats were specifically designed to offer panoramic sea views, a feature that was revolutionary at the time of its construction and continues to define the area's appeal and high property values.

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