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MARYMOUNT CONVENT SCHOOL

20 Marymount Road , Toa payoh South, Singapore

Introduction

Marymount Convent School is a government-aided Catholic girls' school founded by the Good Shepherd Sisters. The school's vision is to be a Christ-centred learning community of leaders and learners for God and for others. Its educational philosophy is guided by its motto, "Virtue and Knowledge," and the core values of compassion, integrity, and humility.

The school provides a holistic education that integrates faith formation, character development, and academic learning. It offers an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in critical social inquiry and media literacy, and a Learning for Life Programme (LLP) in the arts. Through these programmes, the school aims to form young women who are confident, compassionate, and committed to making a positive difference in the world.

A Brief Historical Background

The school was established in 1958 as Good Shepherd Convent, an English school, to educate girls whose education was affected by the war.

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: To be a Catholic school of choice, nurturing persons of faith and leaders with a heart for others.

Mission: To provide a holistic education in a Catholic environment to nurture every student to be a person of faith and a leader with a heart for others.

Values: Faith, Service, Community

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
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Mother Tongue
  • Physical Education
  • Aesthetics
  • Character and Citizenship Education

MOE Programme

ALP (Applied Learning Programme)

Languages

ALP Title

Grooming Compassionate and Confident Ladies to Advocate for Worthy Causes

LLP (Learning for Life Programme)

Sports & Outdoor Education

LLP Title

Enhancing Holistic Health through Sports and Outdoor Education - Sports Excellence (SPOEEX) @ Marymount

School Leadership

Principal and Vice Principals

Principal

MISS CHEONG HWEE KHIM

Vice Principal

MRS HING SZE MEING DEBBIE (XING SIMIN DEBBIE)

Vice Principal

MADAM TAN MEI MEI ANNA

Vice Principal

MR LOH YEH CHANG HENRY

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

Awards, achievements and distinguished graduates

Notable Alumni

Indranee Rajah Jean Danker Marion Nicole Teo Dr. Noeleen Heyzer Braema Mathi Cecilia Ee Christine Tan

School Location

20 Marymount Road , 297754, Toa payoh South, Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Braddell MRT Station or Caldecott MRT Station

Bus To Get There: 141, 235

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name

Big One Transport Service

Contact Number

91870888

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Nearest Libraries

Bishan Public Library – 1.25 km
Toa Payoh Public Library – 2.05 km
Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 2.76 km
Serangoon Public Library – 4.07 km
Cheng San Public Library – 4.42 km
library@orchard – 4.80 km
Central Public Library – 5.29 km
Queenstown Public Library – 6.47 km
Sengkang Public Library – 6.55 km
Geylang East Public Library – 6.74 km
library@chinatown – 6.99 km
Punggol Regional Library – 7.18 km
Yishun Public Library – 7.37 km
Bukit Panjang Public Library – 7.95 km
Woodlands Regional Library – 8.39 km
Sembawang Public Library – 8.52 km
Clementi Public Library – 8.84 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

Jadescape – 0.18 km
Marymount Residences – 0.35 km
Thomson 800 – 0.52 km
Tresalveo – 0.69 km
Bishan 8 – 0.86 km
Sky Vue – 1.08 km
Sky Habitat – 1.25 km
The Gardens at Bishan – 1.48 km
Thomson Grand – 1.65 km
Thomson Three – 1.82 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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