The school provides a well-rounded education that integrates academic rigour with character and faith formation. It offers a nurturing and stimulating environment where girls are encouraged to develop their intellectual, creative, and leadership potential. Through its comprehensive curriculum and co-curricular activities, the school aims to form young women who are compassionate, resilient, and prepared to serve the community.
CHIJ PRIMARY (TOA PAYOH)
Introduction
The school provides a well-rounded education that integrates academic rigour with character and faith formation. It offers a nurturing and stimulating environment where girls are encouraged to develop their intellectual, creative, and leadership potential. Through its comprehensive curriculum and co-curricular activities, the school aims to form young women who are compassionate, resilient, and prepared to serve the community.
A Brief Historical Background
Vision, Mission and Values
Mission: To nurture every CHIJ girl into a woman of grace and substance, who is a confident and compassionate leader, with a heart for others.
Values: Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Integrity, Care, Harmony
School Overview
Main Level
Primary School
School Type
Government-Aided School
School Nature
Girls' 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)
STEM - SustainabilityALP Title
Trash to TreasureLLP (Learning for Life Programme)
Sports & Outdoor EducationLLP Title
IJSportsSchool Leadership
Principal and Vice Principals
Principal
MADAM CHUA SOOK LIAN JUDINA
Vice Principal
MRS SNG CHARMAINE
Vice Principal
MRS MELISSA YAP
Vice Principal
MADAM YVONNE LIM BUAY HUANG (LIN MEIFANG)
Accomplishments & Notable Alumni
Awards, achievements and distinguished graduates
School Accomplishments
- Centre of Excellence for Teaching and Learning (South Zone)
- Development Award for Character Development
Notable Alumni
Contact Information
School Location
628 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh , 319765, Toa payoh South, Singapore
Recommended MRT Station: Toa Payoh
Bus To Get There: 59, 231, 141
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School Bus Operator
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SFX Transport ServicesContact Number
62820262Bus Fare Info
Click Here...Nearest Libraries
Bishan Public Library – 1.62 km
Serangoon Public Library – 3.73 km
Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 3.79 km
library@orchard – 4.20 km
Central Public Library – 4.55 km
Cheng San Public Library – 5.07 km
Geylang East Public Library – 5.56 km
Queenstown Public Library – 5.72 km
library@chinatown – 6.27 km
Sengkang Public Library – 6.99 km
Punggol Regional Library – 7.63 km
Clementi Public Library – 8.16 km
Yishun Public Library – 8.35 km
Bukit Panjang Public Library – 8.44 km
Sembawang Public Library – 9.51 km
Woodlands Regional Library – 9.53 km
Nearest Condominiums / Apartments
Gem Residences – 0.68 km
Sky Vue – 0.95 km
Sky Habitat – 1.12 km
Trellis Towers – 1.35 km
Thomson 800 – 1.52 km
Oleander Towers – 1.68 km
The Calista – 1.81 km
Bishan 8 – 1.99 km
Marymount Residences – 2.18 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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