The school offers a broad-based curriculum that emphasizes both academic excellence and character development. It features an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in STEM, with a focus on robotics and coding, and a Learning for Life Programme (LLP) in community and youth leadership. These programmes are designed to equip students with future-ready skills and a strong sense of social responsibility.
GREENRIDGE SECONDARY SCHOOL
Introduction
The school offers a broad-based curriculum that emphasizes both academic excellence and character development. It features an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in STEM, with a focus on robotics and coding, and a Learning for Life Programme (LLP) in community and youth leadership. These programmes are designed to equip students with future-ready skills and a strong sense of social responsibility.
A Brief Historical Background
Vision, Mission and Values
Mission: To nurture every student to be a person of character, a lifelong learner and a responsible citizen.
Values: Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Integrity, Care, Harmony
School Overview
Main Level
Singapore 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 & Literature
- Mathematics
- Science
- Humanities
- Craft & Technology
- Mother Tongue Languages
- Physical Education
MOE Programme
ALP (Applied Learning Programme)
LanguagesALP Title
Confident & Persuasive Communicators: Debate & New MediaLLP (Learning for Life Programme)
Community Youth LeadershipLLP Title
Rise to LeadSchool Leadership
Principal and Vice Principals
Principal
MR NG BOON KIAT
Vice Principal
MRS DALINA BTE ABDULLAH
Vice Principal
MR NGOH SING KIEN
Contact Information
School Location
31 Gangsa Road , 678972, Bukit panjang West, Singapore
Recommended MRT Station: Bukit Panjang MRT, Bukit Panjang LRT, Petir LRT
Bus To Get There: 65, 75, 170, 170a, 171, 176, 177, 178, 180, 180a, 920, 922, 960, 961, 963, 963e, 963r, 970, 972, 972a, 972, 972a, 972m, 973, 973a, 974, 975, 976, 979, 983
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Travelling Distance by Taxi between MRT/LRT Station to the School
From | Estimated Duration (Minutes) | Approx. Distance (KM) |
---|---|---|
PETIR LRT STATION (BP7) | 1.0 | 0.35 |
BUKIT PANJANG MRT STATION (DT1 / BP6) | 2.0 | 0.53 |
PENDING LRT STATION (BP8) | 2.2 | 0.98 |
SENJA LRT STATION (BP13) | 2.3 | 1.06 |
PHOENIX LRT STATION (BP5) | 3.1 | 1.41 |
BANGKIT LRT STATION (BP9) | 3.1 | 1.44 |
JELAPANG LRT STATION (BP12) | 3.3 | 1.59 |
CASHEW MRT STATION (DT2) | 4.7 | 1.98 |
TECK WHYE LRT STATION (BP4) | 4.2 | 1.98 |
SEGAR LRT STATION (BP11) | 4.6 | 2.27 |
Travel times and distances are estimates based on typical taxi routes and may vary depending on traffic conditions. Showing 10 closest stations.
Nearest Libraries
Choa Chu Kang Public Library – 2.37 km
Bukit Batok Public Library – 4.88 km
Woodlands Regional Library – 5.29 km
Jurong Regional Library – 7.30 km
Sembawang Public Library – 7.42 km
Clementi Public Library – 8.57 km
Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 8.91 km
Bishan Public Library – 9.00 km
Toa Payoh Public Library – 9.45 km
Jurong West Public Library – 9.28 km
Nearest Condominiums / Apartments
Mayspring – 0.42 km
Hillsta – 0.59 km
The Linear – 0.76 km
Foresque Residences – 0.98 km
Tree House – 1.15 km
Eco Sanctuary – 1.32 km
The Skywoods – 1.50 km
Dairy Farm Residences – 1.68 km
Midwood – 1.85 km
Neighborhood Guide
Key insights about the Bukit Panjang neighborhood, in which the school is situated.
Community & Lifestyle
A mature residential town nestled amidst lush greenery and hills in the western part of Singapore. The community is a mix of families and older residents, creating a calm, relaxed, and suburban atmosphere. The lifestyle is peaceful, with a focus on nature and community.
Landmarks & Notable Places
Bukit Panjang Plaza and Hillion Mall: The main shopping centers offering a variety of retail and dining options. Zhenghua Park & Chestnut Nature Park: Extensive green spaces that connect to the Central Catchment Nature Reserve, popular for hiking and mountain biking.
Local Culture & Activities
The local food scene is centered around the neighborhood's coffee shops and the hawker centre at Bukit Panjang Plaza. The Senja-Cashew Community Club is a hub for community activities. The area's proximity to large nature reserves is a key draw for outdoor enthusiasts.
Unique Characteristics
Bukit Panjang is characterized by its undulating terrain and close integration with nature, offering a distinctly green and hilly living environment. It was one of the first towns to implement a Light Rail Transit (LRT) system, providing convenient intra-town connectivity that navigates its unique topography.
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