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GEYLANG METHODIST SCHOOL (PRIMARY)

4 Geylang East Central , Geylang East, Singapore

Introduction

Geylang Methodist School (Primary) is a government-aided Methodist mission school with a long heritage of providing a well-rounded education. The school's mission is to nurture every child to be a person of character with a passion for learning and a heart for service, guided by its motto, "To Grow in Body, Mind and Spirit."

The school provides a holistic education within a caring Christian environment, focusing on the moral, intellectual, physical, social, and aesthetic development of its students. It integrates academic learning with strong character formation programmes, aiming to cultivate individuals who are resilient, compassionate, and committed to serving the community.

A Brief Historical Background

Established in 1924 as Geylang Methodist Girls' School, it became co-educational and was renamed Geylang Methodist Primary School in 1984.

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: To be a beacon of light, a school of excellence, a family of God.

Mission: To inspire minds, nurture character and touch community.

Values: Integrity, Servanthood, Perseverance, Gratitude & Graciousness, Respect, Excellence

School Overview

Main Level

Primary School

School Type

Government-Aided 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
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Mother Tongue
  • Physical Education
  • Aesthetics
  • Character and Citizenship Education

MOE Programme

ALP (Applied Learning Programme)

Languages

ALP Title

Competent, Confident and Empathetic Communicators in Speech and Writing

LLP (Learning for Life Programme)

Community Service & Student Leadership

LLP Title

GM Earth Warriors Environment Education (EE): To Develop Student Leaders who Empathise, Enrich and Empower

School Leadership

Principal and Vice Principals

Principal

MADAM LEONG BENG YUET DAPHNE

Vice Principal

MR LUA EE PING

Vice Principal

MADAM SHARON CHANTALE KOK YENG LING

School Location

4 Geylang East Central , 389706, Geylang East, Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Aljunied

Bus To Get There: 80, 134, 155

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name

BKK Travel Pte Ltd

Contact Number

63224164

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Nearest Libraries

Geylang East Public Library – 0.20 km
Toa Payoh Public Library – 3.65 km
Serangoon Public Library – 3.92 km
Marine Parade Public Library – 4.10 km
Central Public Library – 4.27 km
Bedok Public Library – 4.60 km
Cheng San Public Library – 5.15 km
Bishan Public Library – 5.37 km
library@chinatown – 5.72 km
library@orchard – 5.78 km
Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 5.92 km
Sengkang Public Library – 6.27 km
Punggol Regional Library – 6.90 km
Tampines Regional Library – 6.96 km
Queenstown Public Library – 7.82 km
Pasir Ris Public Library – 8.41 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

Sims Urban Oasis – 0.35 km
Tre Residences – 0.52 km
Penrose – 0.71 km
The Antares – 0.88 km
Guillemard Edge – 1.05 km
The Waterina – 1.28 km
Dakota Residences – 1.45 km
Waterbank at Dakota – 1.62 km
The Continuum – 1.81 km
Grand Dunman – 1.98 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A vibrant, gritty, and incredibly diverse neighborhood with a unique and energetic atmosphere that operates 24/7. It's a fascinating blend of rich cultural heritage, a legendary food scene, and Singapore's most well-known red-light district. The community is a melting pot of locals and foreign workers.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Geylang Serai Market: A bustling two-storey market and food centre that is a focal point for Malay culture and cuisine. Preserved Shophouses: The streets are lined with beautiful examples of pre-war shophouses, showcasing a blend of architectural styles. Sri Sivan Temple and Nan Hai Fei Lai Guan Yin Monastery: Prominent religious landmarks reflecting the area's diversity.

Local Culture & Activities

Geylang is arguably one of Singapore's top food destinations, famous for late-night eateries, durian stalls, and iconic dishes like frog porridge and beef kway teow. The area has a vibrant and complex nightlife. During Ramadan, the Geylang Serai area comes alive with a massive bazaar.

Unique Characteristics

Geylang's unique characteristic is its multifaceted and contrasting identity. It is a place where conserved shophouses, places of worship, and a thriving food scene coexist with the legalized red-light district, creating a dynamic and complex urban environment unlike any other in Singapore.

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