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TECK WHYE PRIMARY SCHOOL

11 TECK WHYE WALK

Singapore 688261

Introduction

Teck Whye 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 established in 1959 as Jalan Teck Whye Primary School and was renamed Teck Whye Primary School in 1996.

School Overview

Main Level
Primary School
School Type
Government School
School Nature
Co-ed School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
No
DGP Code
CHOA CHU KANG

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 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)

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BASKETBALL
FOOTBALL
MODULAR CCA (SPORTS)
(MULTISPORTS)
TRACK AND FIELD

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHOIR
MODERN DANCE

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(GREEN CLUB)
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
SPEECH AND DRAMA
STUDENTS' COUNCIL

UNIFORMED GROUPS

SCOUTS

OTHERS

STUDENT LEADERSHIP (PREFECT)
(STUDENT COUNCIL)

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: Every child a Leader, Every parent a Partner.

Mission: To nurture every child to be a leader of character, with a passion for learning and a heart for others, in partnership with parents.

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

School Leadership

Principal
MADAM WONG SU MAY
Vice Principal
MRS LIM GEK NOI
Vice Principal
MR MURALIDHARAN S/O NARAYANAN

School Distinctive Programmes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Domain: Languages
Title: Media Whiz Kids! Nurturing Confident and Media Literate Communicators
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Community Service & Student Leadership
Title: I-LEAD, I-SERVE ' Leadership through Service

School Location

11 TECK WHYE WALK , 688261 , Choa chu kang West , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Choa Chu Kang MRT & LRT

Bus To Get There: 975, 190 & 985

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name
Fieda Bus Consortium Pte Ltd

Nearest Libraries

Choa Chu Kang Public Library – 1.16 km Bukit Panjang Public Library – 2.10 km Bukit Batok Public Library – 4.70 km Woodlands Regional Library – 5.79 km Jurong Regional Library – 6.10 km Clementi Public Library – 8.25 km Jurong West Public Library – 8.44 km Sembawang Public Library – 8.12 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Tennery – 0.15 km Mayspring – 0.32 km Hillsta – 0.49 km The Linear – 0.66 km Foresque Residences – 0.88 km Tree House – 1.05 km Eco Sanctuary – 1.22 km The Skywoods – 1.40 km Dairy Farm Residences – 1.58 km Midwood – 1.75 km

Neighborhood Guide

Key insights about the Choa Chu Kang neighborhood, in which the school is situated.

Community & Lifestyle

A large and sprawling residential town in the north-western part of Singapore. It has a family-friendly and heartland environment, with a diverse and multicultural community. The atmosphere is generally relaxed and suburban.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Lot One Shoppers' Mall: The main retail and entertainment hub, located next to the MRT station and bus interchange. Choa Chu Kang Park: A large park that serves as a green lung for the community, featuring a playground, fitness stations, and an amphitheater. Warren Golf & Country Club: A private club offering golf and other recreational facilities.

Local Culture & Activities

The local scene is centered around Lot One mall and the various smaller neighborhood shopping centers. The town has a wide range of local food options in its coffee shops and food courts.

Unique Characteristics

Choa Chu Kang's identity is rooted in its agricultural past, with its name originating from the Teochew term "kang chu," referring to the headmen of the pepper and gambier plantations that once dotted the area. Today, it is a modern, self-contained residential town.

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