WOODLANDS SECONDARY SCHOOL
11 MARSILING ROAD
Singapore 739111
Introduction
The school provides a holistic education that balances academic rigour with character development. It offers an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in design, technology, and engineering, which fosters creativity and problem-solving skills. Its Learning for Life Programme (LLP) focuses on character and leadership development through the arts, providing a platform for creative expression and personal growth.
A Brief Historical Background
School Overview
SAP, GEP and IP
Special Assistance Plan (SAP)
Bilingual and bicultural programme focusing on strong English and Mother Tongue foundations.
Gifted Education Programme (GEP)
Enrichment for high-ability learners with greater depth, breadth, and pace.
Integrated Programme (IP)
Seamless multi-year pathway that bypasses the O-Levels for a broader curriculum.
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Subjects Offered
Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)
PHYSICAL SPORTS
UNIFORMED GROUPS
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
OTHERS
Vision, Mission and Values
Mission: Inspiring all students in an inclusive, caring, and supportive community to reach their potential as successful and responsible global citizens.
Values: Wisdom, Truth.
School Leadership
School Distinctive Programmes
Accomplishments & Notable Alumni
School Accomplishments
School Location
11 MARSILING ROAD , 739111 , Woodlands North , Singapore
Recommended MRT Station: MARSILING MRT, WOODLANDS MRT
Bus To Get There: 913, 913M, 913, 913T, 178, 856, 903
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Travelling Distance by Taxi between MRT/LRT Station to the School
| From | Estimated Duration (Minutes) | Approx. Distance (KM) |
|---|---|---|
| MARSILING MRT STATION (NS8) | 2.4 | 1.13 |
| KRANJI MRT STATION (NS7) | 4.9 | 2.45 |
| WOODLANDS MRT STATION (NS9 / TE2) | 5.1 | 2.54 |
| WOODLANDS NORTH MRT STATION (TE1) | 7.5 | 3.45 |
| ADMIRALTY MRT STATION (NS10) | 8.1 | 4.08 |
| WOODLANDS SOUTH MRT STATION (TE3) | 10.6 | 4.58 |
| SEMBAWANG MRT STATION (NS11) | 12.6 | 6.48 |
| YEW TEE MRT STATION (NS5) | 15.1 | 7.44 |
| CANBERRA MRT STATION (NS12) | 15.2 | 7.85 |
| JELAPANG LRT STATION (BP12) | 13.7 | 7.87 |
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Neighborhood Guide
Key insights about the Woodlands neighborhood, in which the school is situated.
Community & Lifestyle
A bustling, family-friendly suburban town with a diverse demographic of young families, professionals, and expatriates. The lifestyle is convenient and active, with a strong sense of community fostered by numerous amenities and green spaces. It's a self-sufficient town that offers a balance between urban living and nature.
Landmarks & Notable Places
Woodlands Waterfront Park: Offers stunning panoramic views of the Johor Strait and a 1.5km-long waterfront promenade. Admiralty Park: Features the largest nature area within a park in Singapore, with a diverse range of flora and fauna, a mangrove forest, and Singapore's largest playground. Causeway Point & Woodlands Civic Centre: Major retail and community hubs. Singapore State Cemetery: The burial site of Singapore's first and second presidents.
Local Culture & Activities
The area boasts a vibrant dining and shopping scene at Causeway Point, one of the largest suburban malls in Singapore. The Woodlands Regional Library and community clubs host regular events and workshops. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the extensive jogging and cycling tracks at Woodlands Waterfront Park. Marsiling Mall and its hawker centre are popular for local food.
Unique Characteristics
Its most defining characteristic is the direct causeway link to Johor Bahru, Malaysia, making it a crucial gateway and fostering significant cross-border interaction and economic activity. Historically, the area was characterized by rubber plantations and villages, and its name was derived from its heavily wooded appearance when viewed from Johor.
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