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CHIJ KATONG CONVENT

346 MARINE TERRACE , Marine parade East, Singapore
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Introduction

CHIJ Katong Convent is a government-aided autonomous Catholic secondary school for girls, founded by the Infant Jesus (IJ) Sisters. The school's mission is to nurture young women to be leaders in truth, justice, and love, prepared to serve God and others. Its educational philosophy is deeply rooted in the IJ values and a commitment to holistic development.

The school offers a rich and challenging curriculum that fosters intellectual curiosity and personal growth. It is known for its strong emphasis on the literary arts and communication skills. Through a wide array of academic and co-curricular programmes, the school aims to develop confident, articulate, and compassionate young women who are equipped with a strong moral compass and a global perspective.

A Brief Historical Background

Established in 1930, CHIJ Katong Convent began as a private primary English school in a seaside bungalow.

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: A Caring School That Excels.

Mission: The mission of an IJ Convent is the creation of a Christ-centred school community where all work together for the promotion of truth, justice, freedom and love, with special reference to the needs of persons who are disadvantaged in any way.

Values: Perseverance, Integrity, Excellence, Respect.

School Overview

Main Level

Singapore School

School Type

Government-Aided School

School Nature

Girls' School

School Mode

Single Session

Autonomous

Yes

Special Assistance Plan

No

Gifted Education Programme

No

Integrated Programme

No

Mother Tongue

Chinese

Malay

Tamil

Departments

  • English Language and Literature
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Humanities
  • Craft & Technology
  • Mother Tongue Languages
  • Physical Education

School Leadership

Principal and Vice Principals

Principal

MISS CHEN MEI CHUEN

Vice Principal

MISS CHIA SIEW HUI

Vice Principal

MISS LIM AI HUI ANNIE

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

Awards, achievements and distinguished graduates

School Accomplishments

  • Autonomous School
  • School Distinction Award
  • Sustained Achievement Award – Academic Value-Added

Notable Alumni

Corinne Foo Melissa Har Gwyneth Har Audrey Tan

Contact Information

Website

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

School Location

346 MARINE TERRACE , 449150, Marine parade East, Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: BEDOK MRT, KEMBANGAN MRT, EUNOS MRT, PAYA LEBAR MRT, MARINE TERRACE MRT

Bus To Get There: 4n, 13, 16, 31, 36, 36a, 36b, 43, 47, 48, 55, 134, 135, 135a, 150, 196, 196e, 197, 853c, 763

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Nearby Points of Interest

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

From Estimated Duration (Minutes) Approx. Distance (KM)
MARINE TERRACE MRT STATION (TE27) 2.4 0.84
SIGLAP MRT STATION (TE28) 3.3 1.65
MARINE PARADE MRT STATION (TE26) 4.1 1.76
EUNOS MRT STATION (EW7) 6.5 2.89
TANJONG KATONG MRT STATION (TE25) 6.8 3.17
BAYSHORE MRT STATION (TE29) 7.1 3.41
KEMBANGAN MRT STATION (EW6) 7.0 3.44
DAKOTA MRT STATION (CC8) 8.1 3.87
BEDOK MRT STATION (EW5) 8.4 4.29
BEDOK SOUTH MRT STATION (TE30) 9.4 4.35

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

Nearest Libraries

Marine Parade Public Library – 1.18 km
Geylang East Public Library – 3.91 km
Bedok Public Library – 4.41 km
Central Public Library – 6.00 km
Serangoon Public Library – 7.29 km
library@chinatown – 7.14 km
Tampines Regional Library – 7.43 km
Toa Payoh Public Library – 7.66 km
Cheng San Public Library – 8.08 km
Bishan Public Library – 8.52 km
Pasir Ris Public Library – 9.04 km
Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 9.27 km
Sengkang Public Library – 9.53 km
Punggol Regional Library – 10.00 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

Marine Blue – 0.21 km
The Seaview – 0.33 km
The Shore Residences – 0.42 km
Silversea – 0.55 km
Coastline Residences – 0.67 km
Amber Park – 0.81 km
One Amber – 0.95 km
The Esta – 1.08 km
The Meyerise – 1.25 km
Meyer Mansion – 1.41 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A prime coastal residential area built entirely on reclaimed land, offering a scenic and relaxed environment. The community is a mix of affluent families and older residents, and the lifestyle is breezy and convenient, with easy access to both the city and the beach.

Landmarks & Notable Places

East Coast Park: Singapore's most popular park, stretching along the coastline and offering a vast array of recreational activities. Parkway Parade: A long-standing and major shopping mall that has served the East Coast for decades. The Marine Parade Public Library: Known for its sea views from the reading areas.

Local Culture & Activities

The local culture is deeply connected to the seaside. The area is famous for the Katong district nearby, which is the heart of Peranakan (Straits-Chinese) culture, offering renowned Peranakan cuisine and beautifully preserved shophouses.

Unique Characteristics

Marine Parade's most unique characteristic is its identity as a premier seaside HDB town. The high-rise flats were specifically designed to offer panoramic sea views, a feature that was revolutionary at the time of its construction and continues to define the area's appeal and high property values.

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