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TOWNSVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL

3 ANG MO KIO AVE 10

Singapore 569730

Introduction

Townsville 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) focuses on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills through Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The Learning for Life Programme (LLP) is centred on character and leadership development through sports and outdoor education, aiming to build resilience and teamwork.

A Brief Historical Background

Townsville Primary School was established in 1983. In 2001, it merged with Chong Shan Primary School.

School Overview

Main Level
Primary School
School Type
Government School
School Nature
Co-ed School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
No
DGP Code
ANG MO KIO

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 & Citizenship Education

Subjects Offered

Art
Bengali Language
Chinese Language
English Language
Foundation Chinese Language
Foundation English Language
Foundation Hindi Language
Foundation Malay Language
Foundation Mathematics
Foundation Science
Foundation Tamil 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)

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

ANGKLUNG/KULINTANG ENSEMBLE
CHINESE DANCE
(INTERNATIONAL DANCE)
HANDBELL ENSEMBLE
MODERN DANCE
(INTERNATIONAL DANCE)

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ART AND CRAFTS
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
ROBOTICS

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BASKETBALL
FOOTBALL
TAEKWONDO

UNIFORMED GROUPS

BOYS' BRIGADE
GIRLS' BRIGADE

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: Every child a star.

Mission: To nurture our students to be confident, caring and creative individuals who are passionate about learning and who will contribute to society.

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

School Leadership

Principal
MR EDDIE FOO CHIT CHEONG
Vice Principal
MR HO SENG TAT SUNNY
Vice Principal
MADAM LYNETTE FERNANDEZ
Vice Principal
MR MARTIN VELAN ANTHONY

School Distinctive Programmes

Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Music & Performing Arts
Title: iDARE through the ARTs

School Location

3 ANG MO KIO AVE 10 , 569730 , Ang mo kio South , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Bishan MRT, Ang Mo Kio MRT Stations

Bus To Get There: 45, 50, 55, 261, 548, 22, 24, 128, 135, 159, 162, 162M, 262, 853

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name
SFX Transport Pte Ltd

Nearest Libraries

Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 0.90 km Cheng San Public Library – 2.76 km Bishan Public Library – 2.91 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 3.88 km Serangoon Public Library – 3.99 km Sengkang Public Library – 5.09 km Punggol Regional Library – 5.69 km Yishun Public Library – 6.06 km Geylang East Public Library – 7.02 km library@orchard – 7.15 km Central Public Library – 7.52 km Tampines Regional Library – 8.65 km Sembawang Public Library – 8.68 km Bedok Public Library – 8.86 km Pasir Ris Public Library – 8.91 km Queenstown Public Library – 8.96 km Woodlands Regional Library – 8.98 km library@chinatown – 9.21 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Garden Residences – 0.35 km Affinity at Serangoon – 0.52 km The Florence Residences – 0.75 km Kovan Residences – 0.98 km Stars of Kovan – 1.15 km Forest Woods – 1.33 km The Quinn – 1.51 km The Tembusu – 1.69 km Kingsford Waterbay – 1.92 km Rio Vista – 2.09 km

Neighborhood Guide

Key insights about the Ang Mo Kio neighborhood, in which the school is situated.

Community & Lifestyle

A large, well-established HDB town with a strong sense of community and a mix of long-time residents and younger families. It has a classic Singaporean heartland feel, characterized by bustling town centers and a slightly slower pace of life compared to the city center.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Ang Mo Kio Town Garden West & East: Lush, hilly parks that are popular with residents for exercise and relaxation. AMK Hub: A major suburban mall integrated with the bus interchange and MRT station. Kebun Baru Birdsinging Club: A unique community space where songbird enthusiasts gather. Block 259 (The Clover @ Kebun Baru): A unique circular HDB block, one of the few in Singapore.

Local Culture & Activities

Renowned for its vibrant and affordable hawker centres offering a wide variety of local dishes. The town centre is a bustling hub of activity with shops, banks, and cinemas. Numerous community clubs and the Ang Mo Kio Public Library serve as focal points for social and educational activities.

Unique Characteristics

Ang Mo Kio's identity is tied to its history as the seventh satellite town built in Singapore. It features a well-developed town plan with a distinct town centre and neighborhood layout. The presence of unique landmarks like the circular HDB block and the bird singing club adds to its distinctive local character.

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