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YUAN CHING SECONDARY SCHOOL

103 YUAN CHING ROAD

Singapore 618654

Introduction

Yuan Ching Secondary School is a government school that aims to nurture students to be persons of character who are passionate about learning and have a heart to serve. The school's vision is to be a vibrant community of learners and leaders, guided by its core values of integrity, responsibility, respect, resilience, and care.

The school offers a broad-based curriculum complemented by distinctive programmes that promote holistic development. Its Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in design, technology, and engineering fosters innovation and real-world problem-solving skills. The Learning for Life Programme (LLP) focuses on community and youth leadership, empowering students to become empathetic and active contributors to society.

A Brief Historical Background

Yuan Ching Secondary School was established in 1978 as an integrated school with both English and Chinese streams. It became an English-medium school in 1988.

School Overview

Main Level
Singapore 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 Language and Literature Mathematics Science Humanities Craft & Technology Mother Tongue Languages Physical Education

Subjects Offered

Additional Mathematics
Art
Bahasa Indonesia
Basic Chinese Language
Basic Malay Language
Basic Tamil Language
Bengali Language
Biology
Burmese Language
Chemistry
Chinese Language
Chinese Language (Special Programme)
Chinese Language Syllabus B
Computer Applications
Computing
Design & Technology
Design and Technology
English Language
Food & Consumer Education
Food & Consumer Education
French Language
Geography
Gujarati Language
Higher Art
Higher Chinese Language
Higher Malay Language
Higher Music
Higher Tamil Language
Hindi Language
Humanities (Geography)
Humanities (History)
Humanities (Literature in English)
Humanities (SS, Geography)
Humanities (SS, History)
Humanities (SS, Humanities Exposure Modules)
Japanese Language
Literature in English
Malay Language
Malay Language (Special Programme)
Malay Language Syllabus B
Mathematics
Music
Nutrition and Food Science
Physical Education
Physics
Portfolio Preparation Programme
Principles of Accounts
Punjabi Language
Science
Science (Chem, Bio)
Science (Phy, Chem)
Social Studies
Tamil Language
Tamil Language Syllabus B
Urdu Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

ART AND CRAFTS
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
LION AND DRAGON DANCE
MEDIA RESOURCE LIBRARY
ROBOTICS
STUDENTS' COUNCIL

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BASKETBALL
CROSS COUNTRY
DRAGON BOAT
FOOTBALL
HEALTH AND FITNESS
MODULAR CCA (SPORTS)
NETBALL
SP-CCA (ATHLETICS)
SP-CCA (CANOEING)
SP-CCA (WATER POLO)

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHINESE DANCE
CONCERT BAND
ENGLISH DRAMA
GUZHENG ENSEMBLE
INDIAN DANCE
MALAY DANCE

UNIFORMED GROUPS

NATIONAL CIVIL DEFENCE CADET CORPS
NATIONAL POLICE CADET CORPS
SCOUTS

School Leadership

Principal
MR SHAWAL BIN HUSSIN
Vice Principal
MR TANG HSIN WEI
Vice Principal
MISS TANG SHIEN YIN
Vice Principal
MR TEO HUI YAO, JULIUS

School Distinctive Programmes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Domain: STEM - Future of Transportation
Title: Marine Robotics
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Sports & Outdoor Education
Title: gRowing Values Through Sports and Outdoor Experiences

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

School Accomplishments

Sustained Achievement Award (Sports)
National School Games Colours Award (Sports)

Notable Alumni

Yeo Jia Min Lee Juhn Chuan

School Location

103 YUAN CHING ROAD , 618654 , Jurong west West , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: LAKESIDE MRT

Bus To Get There: 49, 98, 98M, 154, 180, 187, 240, 240M, 246

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Travelling Distance by Taxi between MRT/LRT Station to the School

From Estimated Duration (Minutes) Approx. Distance (KM)
LAKESIDE MRT STATION (EW26) 2.5 1.13
CHINESE GARDEN MRT STATION (EW25) 5.7 2.50
BOON LAY MRT STATION (EW27) 5.7 2.80
JURONG EAST MRT STATION (NS1 / EW24) 8.6 4.12
PIONEER MRT STATION (EW28) 9.0 4.14
BUKIT BATOK MRT STATION (NS2) 11.4 5.25
BUKIT GOMBAK MRT STATION (NS3) 11.8 5.86
CLEMENTI MRT STATION (EW23) 13.8 7.09
PHOENIX LRT STATION (BP5) 15.2 7.82
KEAT HONG LRT STATION (BP3) 15.4 7.87

Estimates shown for closest stations.

Nearest Libraries

Jurong West Public Library – 2.25 km Jurong Regional Library – 2.27 km Clementi Public Library – 4.29 km Bukit Batok Public Library – 4.93 km Queenstown Public Library – 6.93 km Bukit Panjang Public Library – 7.74 km library@harbourfront – 8.00 km Choa Chu Kang Public Library – 8.59 km library@orchard – 8.86 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 9.94 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Lakeholmz – 0.28 km The Lakeshore – 0.51 km Lakeville – 0.74 km The Lakefront Residences – 0.91 km The Caspian – 1.08 km Lake Grande – 1.25 km Parc Vista – 1.48 km The Centris – 1.71 km J Gateway – 1.92 km Westmere – 2.11 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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