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Government-Aided School

MONTFORT SECONDARY SCHOOL

50 HOUGANG AVENUE 8 , Hougang North, Singapore
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Introduction

Montfort Secondary School is a government-aided Catholic mission school for boys, founded by the Montfort Brothers of St. Gabriel. The school is dedicated to nurturing every student to be "A Man for Others - A Scholar, a Sportsman, a Gentleman," guided by its motto, "Age Quod Agis" (Do Well in Whatever You Do).

The school provides a holistic education that balances academic rigour with character development and spiritual formation. It offers an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in design, technology, and engineering, and a Learning for Life Programme (LLP) in sports and outdoor education. These programmes aim to develop resilient, compassionate, and principled young men who are prepared to lead and serve the community.

A Brief Historical Background

The school began in 1916 as a single class in a parish school called Holy Innocents' English School. In 1959, it was renamed Montfort School. The school was separated into primary and secondary sections in 1974.

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: A man for others.

Mission: To form men of character and leaders who are committed to the service of God and nation.

Values: Faith, Service, Community

School Overview

Main Level

Singapore School

School Type

Government-Aided School

School Nature

Boys' 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)

STEM - Emerging Technologies

ALP Title

Made In Montfort ' Design, Code, Make

LLP (Learning for Life Programme)

Sports & Outdoor Education

LLP Title

Student Leadership through Outdoor Adventure & Sports

School Leadership

Principal and Vice Principals

Principal

MADAM HENG SUE LIN, JANICE

Vice Principal

MR WILSON TAY SWEE KIAT

Vice Principal

MISS TAN MEI LING AUDREY

Vice Principal

MADAM TAN LAY YEN

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

Awards, achievements and distinguished graduates

Notable Alumni

Lim Boon Heng Lee Boon Yang Nicholas Chia William Goh Lim Tean Loh Kean Hean

Contact Information

Website

https://montfortsec.moe.edu.sg/

School Location

50 HOUGANG AVENUE 8 , 538785, Hougang North, Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: HOUGANG MRT

Bus To Get There: 74, 74e, 88, 88a, 101, 147, 147a, 161

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Travelling Distance by Taxi between MRT/LRT Station to the School

From Estimated Duration (Minutes) Approx. Distance (KM)
BUANGKOK MRT STATION (NE15) 3.4 1.39
HOUGANG MRT STATION (NE14) 4.8 1.71
RANGGUNG LRT STATION (SE5) 5.6 2.31
TONGKANG LRT STATION (SW7) 5.3 2.34
SENGKANG LRT STATION (STC) 5.7 2.46
KANGKAR LRT STATION (SE4) 5.1 2.46
RENJONG LRT STATION (SW8) 7.1 2.54
BAKAU LRT STATION (SE3) 5.7 2.82
CHENG LIM LRT STATION (SW1) 6.3 2.85
KOVAN MRT STATION (NE13) 6.8 2.96

Travel times and distances are estimates based on typical taxi routes and may vary depending on traffic conditions. Showing 10 closest stations.

Nearest Libraries

Cheng San Public Library – 2.19 km
Sengkang Public Library – 2.22 km
Punggol Regional Library – 3.19 km
Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 3.75 km
Serangoon Public Library – 3.76 km
Yishun Public Library – 5.88 km
Toa Payoh Public Library – 6.04 km
Bishan Public Library – 5.97 km
Pasir Ris Public Library – 6.47 km
Tampines Regional Library – 6.82 km
Geylang East Public Library – 7.62 km
Sembawang Public Library – 8.38 km
Woodlands Regional Library – 9.43 km
Bedok Public Library – 9.48 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Garden Residences – 0.22 km
Affinity at Serangoon – 0.39 km
The Florence Residences – 0.62 km
Kovan Residences – 0.85 km
Stars of Kovan – 1.02 km
Forest Woods – 1.20 km
The Quinn – 1.38 km
The Tembusu – 1.56 km
Kingsford Waterbay – 1.79 km
Rio Vista – 1.96 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

As one of Singapore's largest and oldest residential estates, Hougang has a strong, close-knit heartland character. The community is diverse, with a significant Teochew population, and retains a tangible sense of local heritage and identity. The vibe is lively and unpretentious.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Punggol Park: A large, scenic park with a 5-hectare pond, popular for jogging, cycling, and fishing. Hougang Mall and The Midtown: Key shopping and dining destinations. Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary & Hougang Tou Mu Kung: Two national monuments featured on the local heritage trail.

Local Culture & Activities

Hougang is famous for its vibrant hawker centers and traditional eateries, offering a plethora of authentic local food. It was the first HDB estate to have a McDonald's (which still exists) and a bowling alley. Community institutions like the Ramakrishna Mission and various clan associations are active.

Unique Characteristics

Hougang has a rich heritage, with its name "Au Kang" meaning "back of the river" in Teochew and Hokkien. Its architecture is unique, with HDB's early attempts to create a distinct identity evident in blocks with rounded balconies and Spanish-style features. The iconic rainbow mural on Block 316 is a well-known local landmark.

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