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GREENRIDGE SECONDARY SCHOOL

31 Gangsa Road , Bukit panjang West, Singapore

Introduction

Greenridge Secondary School is a government school committed to nurturing students to be resilient individuals, passionate learners, and responsible citizens. The school's vision is to be a "School of Choice that Nurtures Leaders of Tomorrow," and its educational approach is guided by its core values of respect, responsibility, resilience, integrity, and care.

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

Established in 1964 as Dunearn Secondary Technical School, it was renamed Greenridge Secondary School in 1992. In 2023, it merged with Fajar Secondary School.

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: A school of choice for learners, leaders and champions.

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)

Languages

ALP Title

Confident & Persuasive Communicators: Debate & New Media

LLP (Learning for Life Programme)

Community Youth Leadership

LLP Title

Rise to Lead

School Leadership

Principal and Vice Principals

Principal

MR NG BOON KIAT

Vice Principal

MRS DALINA BTE ABDULLAH

Vice Principal

MR NGOH SING KIEN

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

Bukit Panjang Public Library – 0.81 km
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

The Tennery – 0.25 km
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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