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WESTWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOL

1 Jurong West Street 73

Singapore 649188

Introduction

Westwood 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

Westwood Primary School was established in 2002.

School Overview

Main Level
Primary School
School Type
Government School
School Nature
Co-ed School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
No
DGP Code
JURONG WEST

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)

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ART AND CRAFTS
ENGLISH CULTURE AND LANGUAGE
(ENGLISH LANGUAGE, DRAMA AND LIBRARY CLUB)
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
(INFOCOMM AND INNOVATION CLUB)
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BASKETBALL
FOOTBALL
RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS
WUSHU

UNIFORMED GROUPS

BOYS' BRIGADE
GIRLS' BRIGADE

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

BRASS BAND
CHINESE DANCE
CHOIR
MALAY DANCE
MODERN DANCE

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: Every Westwoodian a Leader, a Scholar, an Altruist.

Mission: To nurture our students to be leaders of character who are lifelong learners with a heart for others.

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

School Leadership

Principal
MR MAH SENG THONG ANDREW
Vice Principal
MR CHEE CHIT YENG
Vice Principal
MR LOW MIN CHYE
Vice Principal
MISS CHONG HUAY LENG

School Distinctive Programmes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Domain: Interdisciplinary
Title: Positive Design and Maker Education
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Community Service & Student Leadership
Title: Igniting Young Hearts with a Passion for the Community and Service Leadership through Positive Education

School Location

1 Jurong West Street 73 , 649188 , Jurong west West , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Boon Lay MRT Station

Bus To Get There: 181, 502 & 243

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name
Say Guan Transport Services

Nearest Libraries

Jurong West Public Library – 2.14 km Jurong Regional Library – 4.70 km Choa Chu Kang Public Library – 6.42 km Clementi Public Library – 7.54 km Bukit Batok Public Library – 7.56 km Bukit Panjang Public Library – 8.20 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Floravale – 0.22 km The Quintet – 0.39 km Palm Gardens – 0.56 km The Warren – 0.79 km Mayspring – 0.96 km The Tennery – 1.13 km Hillsta – 1.30 km The Linear – 1.47 km Foresque Residences – 1.70 km Tree House – 1.88 km

Neighborhood Guide

Key insights about the Jurong West neighborhood, in which the school is situated.

Community & Lifestyle

A vast and populous residential town in western Singapore, Jurong West is a mature estate with a diverse community and a comprehensive range of amenities. It has a bustling, heartland character and serves as a major residential base for the industrial and commercial hubs in the west.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Jurong West Sports and Recreation Centre: A large complex with a stadium, swimming pools, and sports halls. Pioneer Mall and Gek Poh Shopping Centre: Key neighborhood malls catering to residents' daily needs. Yunnan Garden: A beautiful Chinese-style garden located within the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) campus.

Local Culture & Activities

The area is dotted with numerous hawker centers and coffee shops offering a wide variety of affordable local food. The community is active, with many residents utilizing the extensive sports and recreational facilities.

Unique Characteristics

Jurong West's identity is tied to its role as a major residential hub supporting the Jurong industrial and innovation districts. It's a well-established town that showcases the development of Singapore's western region from an industrial swamp to a thriving residential area.

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