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QUEENSTOWN SECONDARY SCHOOL

1 STRATHMORE ROAD , Queenstown South, Singapore
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Introduction

Queenstown Secondary School is a government school with a long and rich history, dedicated to nurturing students to be lifelong learners and responsible citizens. The school's vision is to be a vibrant community of learners and leaders, guided by its core values of integrity, responsibility, respect, resilience, and care.

The school provides a holistic education that balances academic rigour with character development. It offers an Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in design, technology, and engineering, which fosters creativity and problem-solving skills. Its Learning for Life Programme (LLP) focuses on character and leadership development through the arts, providing a platform for creative expression and personal growth.

A Brief Historical Background

Queenstown Secondary School was founded in 1956 as Queenstown Secondary Technical School, an all-boys technical school. It was renamed Queenstown Secondary School in 1993.

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: Leaders for Tomorrow, Anchored in Values, Committed to Serve.

Mission: To nurture all Queenstownians to rise as future-oriented leaders, actively contributing to society.

Values: Resilience, Respect, Integrity, Care and Excellence.

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
  • Physical Education

MOE Programme

ALP (Applied Learning Programme)

Humanities

ALP Title

Environmental Sustainability

LLP (Learning for Life Programme)

Community Youth Leadership

LLP Title

Dare to Serve -- QUEST Leadership Development through Community Youth Leadership

School Leadership

Principal and Vice Principals

Principal

MR SIM HOW CHONG

Vice Principal

MRS CHANG TECK HUI

Vice Principal

MR TAN TAI HUAT

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

Awards, achievements and distinguished graduates

School Accomplishments

  • Sustained Achievement Award in Sports
  • Best Practice Award for Outstanding Partnership with Parents

Notable Alumni

Lee Yock Suan Bahrin Abdullah Desmond Tan Zulkifli Bin Abdul Hir Pang Sua Cheng

Contact Information

Website

https://www.queenstownsec.moe.edu.sg

School Location

1 STRATHMORE ROAD , 148800, Queenstown South, Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: REDHILL MRT, QUEENSTOWN MRT

Bus To Get There: 33, 51, 64, 111, 120, 139, 145, 186, 970

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Nearby Points of Interest

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

From Estimated Duration (Minutes) Approx. Distance (KM)
REDHILL MRT STATION (EW18) 2.4 0.88
QUEENSTOWN MRT STATION (EW19) 2.5 1.04
TIONG BAHRU MRT STATION (EW17) 4.6 2.09
COMMONWEALTH MRT STATION (EW20) 4.9 2.31
NAPIER MRT STATION (TE12) 6.2 2.90
GREAT WORLD MRT STATION (TE15) 7.3 3.30
LABRADOR PARK MRT STATION (CC27) 6.8 3.34
HAVELOCK MRT STATION (TE16) 7.7 3.53
BUONA VISTA MRT STATION (CC22 / EW21) 7.3 3.61
OUTRAM PARK MRT STATION (EW16 / NE3 / TE17) 7.6 3.66

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

Nearest Libraries

Queenstown Public Library – 0.89 km
library@harbourfront – 2.44 km
library@chinatown – 3.32 km
library@orchard – 3.49 km
Central Public Library – 4.67 km
Clementi Public Library – 4.88 km
Toa Payoh Public Library – 6.43 km
Bishan Public Library – 7.15 km
Jurong Regional Library – 7.02 km
Geylang East Public Library – 7.91 km
Jurong West Public Library – 7.42 km
Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 8.80 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

Stirling Residences – 0.15 km
Queens Peak – 0.32 km
Commonwealth Towers – 0.49 km
Margaret Ville – 0.68 km
The Metropolitan Condominium – 0.91 km
Highline Residences – 1.08 km
Artra – 1.25 km
Echelon – 1.42 km
Alex Residences – 1.59 km
Principal Garden – 1.81 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

As Singapore's first-ever satellite town, Queenstown is a mature estate steeped in history, featuring a mix of old and new architecture. The community is diverse, comprising elderly residents who have witnessed its entire history, as well as younger generations and expatriates drawn by its city-fringe location and heritage charm.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Queenstown Public Library: Singapore's first-ever branch library, a conserved building with a distinctive bow-tie motif. The former Forfar House: The first high-rise HDB block. Dawson Estate: A newer area featuring award-winning "Housing-in-a-Park" concepts. Alexandra Hospital: A historic hospital with colonial-era architecture.

Local Culture & Activities

The neighborhood offers a mix of nostalgic, old-school eateries and new, trendy cafes. Alexandra Village Food Centre and ABC Brickworks Market are legendary spots for hawker fare. IKEA Alexandra and Anchorpoint Shopping Centre provide major retail options.

Unique Characteristics

Queenstown's unique identity is its rich pioneering heritage as the blueprint for Singapore's public housing. Many "firsts" are located here, and the area serves as a living museum of the nation's housing evolution, from simple, low-rise flats to modern, eco-friendly high-rise buildings.

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