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BOON LAY SECONDARY SCHOOL

11 JURONG WEST STREET 65 , Jurong west West, Singapore

Introduction

Boon Lay Secondary School is a government school committed to nurturing students to become self-directed learners, confident leaders, and concerned citizens. The school's vision is to be a "Caring and Learning Community that Nurtures Students of Character," and its educational approach is guided by its core values of respect, responsibility, resilience, integrity, and care.

The school provides a holistic education that balances academic pursuits with character development. It offers an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in food science and technology, providing students with hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences. Its Learning for Life Programme (LLP) focuses on developing leadership and service through community outreach, fostering a sense of empathy and social responsibility.

A Brief Historical Background

Boon Lay Secondary School was established in 1977 as a government co-educational school.

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: A school of choice for the community, nurturing students of character and distinction.

Mission: To nurture every Boon Layian to be a person of character, a lifelong learner and a contributing citizen.

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

School Overview

Main Level

Singapore School

School Type

Government School

School Nature

Co-ed School

School Mode

Single Session

Autonomous

No

Special Assistance Plan

No

Gifted Education Programme

No

Integrated Programme

No

Mother Tongue

Chinese

Malay

Tamil

Departments

  • Craft & Technology
  • English
  • Executive and Administrative
  • Humanities and The Arts
  • Learning Technologies
  • Mathematics
  • Mother Tongue Languages
  • Physical Education
  • Science.

MOE Programme

ALP (Applied Learning Programme)

STEM - Sustainability

ALP Title

Exploring Possibilities in Materials Science

LLP (Learning for Life Programme)

Music & Performing Arts

LLP Title

INSPIRE @ BLS

School Leadership

Principal and Vice Principals

Principal

MR INDERJIT SINGH

Vice Principal

MR KOH CHON KIAT

Vice Principal

MR CHAN ZHENG MING

Vice Principal

MR TAN HWEE SIANG

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

Awards, achievements and distinguished graduates

Notable Alumni

Ken Chu

School Location

11 JURONG WEST STREET 65 , 648354, Jurong west West, Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Boon Lay

Bus To Get There: 30, 79, 99, 154, 157, 172, 174, 178, 179, 180, 181, 181m, 187, 192, 193, 194, 198, 199, 240, 241, 242, 243g/w, 246, 249, 251, 252, 258, 405, 502, 974

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

From Estimated Duration (Minutes) Approx. Distance (KM)
PIONEER MRT STATION (EW28) 4.0 1.40
BOON LAY MRT STATION (EW27) 4.0 1.42
LAKESIDE MRT STATION (EW26) 6.6 2.94
JOO KOON MRT STATION (EW29) 9.8 4.62
CHINESE GARDEN MRT STATION (EW25) 10.3 4.65
JURONG EAST MRT STATION (NS1 / EW24) 13.1 6.27
BUKIT BATOK MRT STATION (NS2) 14.5 7.11
BUKIT GOMBAK MRT STATION (NS3) 14.8 7.71
GUL CIRCLE MRT STATION (EW30) 13.5 8.34
SOUTH VIEW LRT STATION (BP2) 13.6 8.80

Travel times and distances are estimates based on typical taxi routes and may vary depending on traffic conditions. Showing 10 closest stations.

Nearest Libraries

Jurong West Public Library – 0.58 km
Jurong Regional Library – 3.86 km
Bukit Batok Public Library – 6.94 km
Clementi Public Library – 7.28 km
Choa Chu Kang Public Library – 7.82 km
Bukit Panjang Public Library – 9.66 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Lakefront Residences – 0.75 km
Lakeville – 0.95 km
The Caspian – 1.10 km
Lake Grande – 1.30 km
The Lakeshore – 1.50 km
Parc Vista – 1.70 km
The Centris – 1.90 km
J Gateway – 2.10 km
Westmere – 2.30 km
The Floravale – 2.50 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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