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CHIJ PRIMARY (TOA PAYOH)

628 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh , Toa payoh South, Singapore

Introduction

CHIJ Primary (Toa Payoh) is a government-aided Catholic girls' school founded by the Infant Jesus (IJ) Sisters. The school is committed to providing a holistic education that nurtures students to become women of grace and substance. Its educational philosophy is guided by the IJ mission to foster truth, justice, freedom, and love, and its motto, "Simple in Virtue, Steadfast in Duty."

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

The oldest of the CHIJ schools in Singapore, it was founded in 1854 at the corner of Victoria Street and Bras Basah Road.

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: From Girls to Women of Grace and Substance.

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 - Sustainability

ALP Title

Trash to Treasure

LLP (Learning for Life Programme)

Sports & Outdoor Education

LLP Title

IJSports

School 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

Helena Wong Kar Mun Jacintha Abisheganaden Joan Pereira Violet Sleigh David Marshall Chan Heng Chee Shanti Pereira

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

Operator Name

SFX Transport Services

Contact Number

62820262

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Nearest Libraries

Toa Payoh Public Library – 1.48 km
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

Trevista – 0.49 km
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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