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NORTHBROOKS SECONDARY SCHOOL

585 YISHUN RING ROAD , Yishun North, Singapore

Introduction

Northbrooks Secondary School is a government school committed to nurturing every student to be a champion, anchored in values. The school's vision is to develop students who are confident, resilient, and have a strong sense of purpose. Its educational approach is guided by its core values of integrity, responsibility, respect, resilience, and care.

The school provides a holistic education with a strong emphasis on character and leadership development. It offers a distinctive Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in aerospace and aviation management, providing unique, hands-on learning experiences. Its Learning for Life Programme (LLP) focuses on outdoor education, aiming to build resilience, teamwork, and a spirit of adventure.

A Brief Historical Background

Northbrooks Secondary School was established on 2 January 2000.

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 and Literature
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Humanities
  • Craft and Technology
  • Mother Tongue Languages
  • Physical Education

MOE Programme

ALP (Applied Learning Programme)

STEM - Future of Transportation

ALP Title

Northbrooks Aerospace Programme (Applied Learning In Aerospace)

LLP (Learning for Life Programme)

Sports & Outdoor Education

LLP Title

Northbrooks Outdoor Education: Adventure, Character, Environment (A.C.E.) Programme

School Leadership

Principal and Vice Principals

Principal

MR CHEN XUANTING EDMUND

Vice Principal

MISS GOH PEISHI

Vice Principal

MR YIP KOK HOONG (YE GUOXIONG)

Vice Principal

MR LIM YANG CHERNG

School Location

585 YISHUN RING ROAD , 768692, Yishun North, Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: YISHUN MRT, KHATIB MRT

Bus To Get There: 804, 806, 807, 860, 103

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

From Estimated Duration (Minutes) Approx. Distance (KM)
KHATIB MRT STATION (NS14) 6.9 2.30
YISHUN MRT STATION (NS13) 7.9 2.60
CANBERRA MRT STATION (NS12) 10.7 4.06
SEMBAWANG MRT STATION (NS11) 15.0 6.09
SPRINGLEAF MRT STATION (TE4) 13.6 6.36
LENTOR MRT STATION (TE5) 14.0 6.62
YIO CHU KANG MRT STATION (NS15) 14.3 6.81
ADMIRALTY MRT STATION (NS10) 16.9 7.37
MAYFLOWER MRT STATION (TE6) 16.6 8.02
THANGGAM LRT STATION (SW4) 18.4 8.12

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

Nearest Libraries

Yishun Public Library – 1.25 km
Sembawang Public Library – 2.27 km
Woodlands Regional Library – 4.70 km
Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 6.48 km
Cheng San Public Library – 7.53 km
Punggol Regional Library – 8.35 km
Sengkang Public Library – 8.52 km
Choa Chu Kang Public Library – 8.54 km
Bishan Public Library – 9.10 km
Bukit Panjang Public Library – 9.12 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Miltonia Residences – 0.35 km
Skies Miltonia – 0.52 km
The Shaughnessy – 0.71 km
The Criterion – 0.88 km
Signature at Yishun – 1.05 km
The Wisteria – 1.32 km
North Park Residences – 1.55 km
The Estuary – 1.72 km
Orchid Park Condominium – 1.89 km
The Canopy – 2.06 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A large, established, and densely populated residential town with a diverse demographic ranging from young families to retirees. Known for its affordability, it has a quintessential heartland vibe with a strong community spirit, though it has also developed a unique and often humorous reputation in popular culture.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Yishun Park: A key green space with a variety of flora and fauna. Lower Seletar Reservoir Park: A popular spot for water sports and tranquil walks. Northpoint City: A massive integrated development with a shopping mall, community club, and transport hub. Yishun Pond Park: Features a prominent water promenade and a variety of bird species.

Local Culture & Activities

Residents enjoy a wide array of local and affordable food at numerous hawker centres and coffee shops. Northpoint City offers extensive retail and dining options. Community life is centered around the Yishun Integrated Transport Hub and Yishun Town Square, which hosts frequent events.

Unique Characteristics

Yishun has cultivated a distinct local identity, partly due to the "Yishun stereotype" in local media, which residents have often embraced with a sense of humor. It's a town that balances its heartland charm with modern, large-scale amenities.

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