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TANJONG KATONG PRIMARY SCHOOL

10 Seraya Road

Singapore 437259

Introduction

Tanjong Katong Primary School is a government school dedicated to nurturing students to become confident persons, self-directed learners, and concerned citizens. The school's vision is to be a "Community of Learners, Leaders and Innovators," and its educational philosophy is anchored in its core values of respect, responsibility, resilience, integrity, care, and harmony.

The school provides a holistic education in a supportive and engaging environment. Its Applied Learning Programme (ALP) is in environmental science for sustainable living, fostering a sense of responsibility towards the planet. The Learning for Life Programme (LLP) is centred on character and leadership development through the arts, aiming to build confidence, creativity, and collaborative skills.

A Brief Historical Background

The school was formed in 2001 from the amalgamation of three schools: Fowlie Primary, Haig Boys', and Mountbatten Primary.

School Overview

Main Level
Primary School
School Type
Government School
School Nature
Co-ed School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
No
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 Mathematics Science Mother Tongue Physical Education Aesthetics Character and 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
ENGLISH LANGUAGE, DRAMA AND DEBATING
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
MODULAR CCA (C&S)

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BASKETBALL
FLOORBALL
FOOTBALL
(FOOTBALL)
MODULAR CCA (SPORTS)
NETBALL

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHINESE DANCE
CHOIR
GUITAR ENSEMBLE
MALAY DANCE
MODERN DANCE

UNIFORMED GROUPS

SCOUTS

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: Leaders of Character, Learners for Life.

Mission: To nurture students to be upright citizens who are passionate in learning and confident in facing life's challenges.

Values: Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Integrity, Care, Harmony

School Leadership

Principal
MS TAN SEOK KUAN
Vice Principal
MISS ONG CHUXIAN
Vice Principal
MADAM TOH LENG LENG
Vice Principal
MRS VIJAYA GANESH

School Distinctive Programmes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Domain: Innovation & Enterprise
Title: D.R.I.V.E. - Developing Resilient Innovative Entrepreneurs
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Sports & Outdoor Education
Title: Team Sports Excellence @ TKP

School Location

10 Seraya Road , 437259 , Marine parade East , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: na

Bus To Get There: na

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name
Tong Tar Transport Service Pte Ltd

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 – 0.28 km One Amber – 0.45 km The Esta – 0.62 km Amber Park – 0.79 km Coastline Residences – 0.96 km The Meyerise – 1.13 km Meyer Mansion – 1.30 km The Seafront on Meyer – 1.47 km The Belvedere – 1.64 km The Atria at Meyer – 1.81 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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