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YUYING SECONDARY SCHOOL

47 HOUGANG AVENUE 1

Singapore 538884

Introduction

Yuying Secondary School is a government school with a rich history, dedicated to nurturing students to be lifelong learners and responsible citizens. 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 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

Yuying Secondary School was founded in 1910 as Yock Eng High School by the Hainanese community. It was renamed Yuying Secondary School in 1985.

School Overview

Main Level
Singapore School
School Type
Government-Aided School
School Nature
Co-ed School
School Mode / Session
Single Session
Autonomous
No
DGP Code
HOUGANG

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 & Literature Mathematics Science Humanities Craft & Technology Mother Tongue Languages Physical Education

Subjects Offered

Physics
Additional Mathematics
Arabic Language as 3rd Lang
Art
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
Elements of Business Skills
English Language
Exercise & Sports Science
Food & Consumer Education
Food & Consumer Education
French Language
Geography
German Language
Gujarati Language
Higher Chinese Language
Higher Malay Language
Higher Tamil Language
Hindi Language
Humanities (Geography)
Humanities (History)
Humanities (Literature in English)
Humanities (SS, Geography)
Humanities (SS, History)
Humanities (SS, Humanities Exposure Modules)
Humanities (SS, Literature in English)
Japanese Language
Literature in English
Literature in Tamil
Malay Language
Malay Language (Special Programme)
Mathematics
Music
Nutrition and Food Science
Physical Education
Principles of Accounts
Project Work
Punjabi Language
Science
Science (Chem, Bio)
Science (Phy, Bio)
Science (Phy, Chem)
Social Studies
Tamil Language
Tamil Language Syllabus B
Thai Language
Urdu Language

Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

PHYSICAL SPORTS

BADMINTON
BASKETBALL
CANOEING
(SP-CCA CANOEING)
SEPAKTAKRAW
TABLE TENNIS
VOLLEYBALL
WUSHU

UNIFORMED GROUPS

BOYS' BRIGADE
GIRLS' BRIGADE
NATIONAL CADET CORPS (LAND)
NATIONAL POLICE CADET CORPS
ST JOHN BRIGADE

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CHINESE DANCE
CHINESE DRUMS
CONCERT BAND
GUITAR ENSEMBLE
GUZHENG ENSEMBLE
MALAY DANCE

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

DESIGN AND INNOVATION
ENGLISH LANGUAGE, DRAMA AND DEBATING
(DRAMA CLUB)
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(ECO-EAGLES)
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY (MEDIA PRODUCTION)
(INNOTECH CLUB)
PHOTOGRAPHY
PROJECT CABIN
SINGAPORE YOUTH FLYING CLUB

OTHERS

STUDENT LEADERSHIP (PREFECT)

School Leadership

Principal
MR CHONG JACK SHENG
Vice Principal
MR CHAN IVIN
Vice Principal
MR CHEONG KAH KAY GABRIEL
Vice Principal
MADAM TAN HUI LING

School Distinctive Programmes

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)
Domain: Business & Entrepreneurship
Title: Fostering Innovation through Design Thinking
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
Domain: Community Youth Leadership
Title: YUYING C.A.R.E.S - Collaborate, Act, Reflect, Empathise, Serve

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

Han Sai Por Aloysius Pang

School Location

47 HOUGANG AVENUE 1 , 538884 , Hougang South , Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: KOVAN MRT, SERANGOON MRT, HOUGANG MRT

Bus To Get There: 25, 51, 53, 53M, 55, 62, 87, 113, 119, 151, 854

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

From Estimated Duration (Minutes) Approx. Distance (KM)
KOVAN MRT STATION (NE13) 2.1 0.96
HOUGANG MRT STATION (NE14) 5.6 2.28
SERANGOON MRT STATION (NE12 / CC13) 5.6 2.61
WOODLEIGH MRT STATION (NE11) 7.4 3.84
BARTLEY MRT STATION (CC12) 8.0 3.93
LORONG CHUAN MRT STATION (CC14) 8.9 4.18
KANGKAR LRT STATION (SE4) 8.3 4.20
BUANGKOK MRT STATION (NE15) 9.0 4.29
TAI SENG MRT STATION (CC11) 9.9 4.44
RANGGUNG LRT STATION (SE5) 9.7 4.44

Estimates shown for closest stations.

Nearest Libraries

Serangoon Public Library – 2.05 km Cheng San Public Library – 2.92 km Sengkang Public Library – 3.32 km Toa Payoh Public Library – 3.75 km Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 3.96 km Geylang East Public Library – 4.14 km Punggol Regional Library – 4.30 km Bishan Public Library – 4.67 km Tampines Regional Library – 6.54 km Bedok Public Library – 6.58 km Pasir Ris Public Library – 6.74 km Central Public Library – 6.94 km Yishun Public Library – 7.64 km library@orchard – 7.50 km Marine Parade Public Library – 7.55 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Florence Residences – 0.38 km Kingsford Waterbay – 0.55 km Rio Vista – 0.78 km The Tembusu – 1.01 km Kovan Residences – 1.18 km Stars of Kovan – 1.35 km Forest Woods – 1.53 km Boathouse Residences – 1.71 km Heron Bay – 1.94 km Riversails – 2.11 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

As one of Singapore's largest and oldest residential estates, Hougang has a strong, close-knit heartland character. The community is diverse, with a significant Teochew population, and retains a tangible sense of local heritage and identity. The vibe is lively and unpretentious.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Punggol Park: A large, scenic park with a 5-hectare pond, popular for jogging, cycling, and fishing. Hougang Mall and The Midtown: Key shopping and dining destinations. Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary & Hougang Tou Mu Kung: Two national monuments featured on the local heritage trail.

Local Culture & Activities

Hougang is famous for its vibrant hawker centers and traditional eateries, offering a plethora of authentic local food. It was the first HDB estate to have a McDonald's (which still exists) and a bowling alley. Community institutions like the Ramakrishna Mission and various clan associations are active.

Unique Characteristics

Hougang has a rich heritage, with its name "Au Kang" meaning "back of the river" in Teochew and Hokkien. Its architecture is unique, with HDB's early attempts to create a distinct identity evident in blocks with rounded balconies and Spanish-style features. The iconic rainbow mural on Block 316 is a well-known local landmark.

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