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CEDAR PRIMARY SCHOOL

15 CEDAR AVENUE , Toa payoh South, Singapore
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Introduction

Cedar Primary School is a government school that aims to nurture students to become confident learners, active citizens, and caring leaders. The school's vision is to be a "Community of Learners, A Generation of Leaders," and its educational philosophy is guided by its core values of respect, responsibility, resilience, integrity, care, and harmony.

The school provides a holistic education in a supportive and vibrant environment. Its Applied Learning Programme (ALP) focuses on developing effective communication and critical thinking skills through journalism. The Learning for Life Programme (LLP) is centred on character development and leadership through sports and outdoor education, fostering teamwork, discipline, and a spirit of adventure.

A Brief Historical Background

Cedar Primary School was formed in January 1985 from the merger of Cedar Boys' and Cedar Girls' schools, which were both established in 1957.

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: To be a choice school that develops our pupils to be women of character and wisdom.

Mission: To nurture Cedarians to be confident and resilient leaders, thinkers and communicators with a heart for others.

Values: Honesty, Perseverance, Courtesy, Responsibility, Respect, Resilience, Compassion, Integrity

School Overview

Main Level

Primary 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

  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Mother Tongue
  • Physical Education
  • Aesthetics
  • Character and Citizenship Education

MOE Programme

ALP (Applied Learning Programme)

Interdisciplinary

ALP Title

Creative and Inventive Thinking (CIT) Programme

LLP (Learning for Life Programme)

Community Service & Student Leadership

LLP Title

Upstanding Leaders @ Cedar Primary School

School Leadership

Principal and Vice Principals

Principal

MR CHRIS CHUA

Vice Principal

MS CHOONG PEI CHIN

Vice Principal

MR NG CHU SIU

Contact Information

Website

https://www.cedarpri.moe.edu.sg

School Location

15 CEDAR AVENUE , 349700, Toa payoh South, Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Potong Pasir MRT Station

Bus To Get There: 8, 61, 64, 65, 66, 66a, 90, 90a, 100, 135, 151, 154, 155

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Nearby Points of Interest

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name

SFX Transport Pte Ltd

Contact Number

63820262

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Nearest Libraries

Toa Payoh Public Library – 2.55 km
Geylang East Public Library – 2.80 km
Serangoon Public Library – 2.92 km
Bishan Public Library – 3.65 km
Central Public Library – 4.79 km
Cheng San Public Library – 4.78 km
Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 4.97 km
Marine Parade Public Library – 5.44 km
Bedok Public Library – 5.66 km
library@orchard – 5.64 km
Sengkang Public Library – 6.18 km
library@chinatown – 6.56 km
Punggol Regional Library – 6.86 km
Queenstown Public Library – 7.18 km
Tampines Regional Library – 7.68 km
Pasir Ris Public Library – 8.92 km
Yishun Public Library – 9.06 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Venue Residences and Shoppes – 0.45 km
Sant Ritz – 0.61 km
The Poiz Residences – 0.76 km
Sennett Residence – 0.83 km
Myra – 1.17 km
Park Colonial – 1.23 km
The Woodleigh Residences – 1.32 km
8 @ Woodleigh – 1.40 km
Avon Park – 1.47 km
Blossoms @ Woodleigh – 1.55 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

As one of Singapore's oldest and most iconic satellite towns, Toa Payoh exudes a nostalgic charm and has a strong, deeply-rooted community spirit. The area is home to many multi-generational families. The atmosphere is bustling and down-to-earth, embodying the classic Singaporean heartland.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Toa Payoh Town Park: A scenic park with a large pond and an iconic observation tower, once a popular spot for wedding photos. Dragon Playground: One of the few remaining full-sized mosaic dragon playgrounds in Singapore, a beloved heritage icon. Lian Shan Shuang Lin Monastery: A stunning national monument and one of the oldest monasteries in Singapore. HDB Hub: The headquarters of the Housing & Development Board.

Local Culture & Activities

Toa Payoh is a food haven, with numerous famous hawker centres like the Toa Payoh Lorong 8 Market & Food Centre. The town centre is a vibrant hub of shops and services. The area has a rich heritage trail that showcases its historical development.

Unique Characteristics

Toa Payoh's unique identity comes from its significant place in Singapore's history as the first town comprehensively planned and developed by the HDB. It famously hosted Queen Elizabeth II in 1972 at Block 53, now known as the "VIP Block". The town serves as a living testament to the nation's public housing success story.

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