The school provides a rich and challenging curriculum that fosters academic excellence, critical thinking, and a global outlook. It is committed to nurturing leaders of character through a holistic education that emphasizes intellectual, personal, and social-emotional development. Through its diverse academic and co-curricular programmes, the school aims to develop confident, compassionate, and principled young women prepared to serve and lead in society.
SINGAPORE CHINESE GIRLS' SCHOOL
Introduction
The school provides a rich and challenging curriculum that fosters academic excellence, critical thinking, and a global outlook. It is committed to nurturing leaders of character through a holistic education that emphasizes intellectual, personal, and social-emotional development. Through its diverse academic and co-curricular programmes, the school aims to develop confident, compassionate, and principled young women prepared to serve and lead in society.
A Brief Historical Background
Vision, Mission and Values
Mission: To provide a holistic education in a Christian environment to nurture every student to be a person of character who is a lifelong learner and a contributing citizen.
Values: Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Integrity, Care, Harmony
School Overview
Main Level
Independent School
School Type
Independent School
School Nature
Girls' School
School Mode
Single Session
Autonomous
No
Special Assistance Plan
No
Gifted Education Programme
No
Integrated Programme
Yes
Mother Tongue
Chinese
Malay
Tamil
Departments
- English Language and Literature
- Mathematics
- Science
- Humanities
- Aesthetics and Physical Education
- Mother Tongue
School Leadership
Principal and Vice Principals
Principal
MRS LINDA CHAN
Vice Principal
MISS LEONG KAI LING
Vice Principal
MRS SHERMAINE TANG
Contact Information
School Location
190 DUNEARN ROAD , 309437, Novena South, Singapore
Recommended MRT Station: STEVENS MRT
Bus To Get There: 48, 67, 105, 132, 151, 153, 154, 156, 170, 186, 190, 960, 960e, 972, 972m
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Travelling Distance by Taxi between MRT/LRT Station to the School
From | Estimated Duration (Minutes) | Approx. Distance (KM) |
---|---|---|
STEVENS MRT STATION (DT10 / TE11) | 2.6 | 1.01 |
BOTANIC GARDENS MRT STATION (CC19 / DT9) | 4.5 | 2.12 |
NEWTON MRT STATION (NS21 / DT11) | 4.8 | 2.22 |
FARRER ROAD MRT STATION (CC20) | 6.9 | 3.05 |
ORCHARD MRT STATION (TE14 / NS22) | 6.4 | 3.08 |
NAPIER MRT STATION (TE12) | 7.3 | 3.14 |
MOUNT PLEASANT MRT STATION (TE10) | 7.6 | 3.44 |
LITTLE INDIA MRT STATION (NE7 / DT12) | 7.5 | 3.63 |
NOVENA MRT STATION (NS20) | 8.2 | 3.68 |
TAN KAH KEE MRT STATION (DT8) | 7.7 | 3.82 |
Travel times and distances are estimates based on typical taxi routes and may vary depending on traffic conditions. Showing 10 closest stations.
Nearest Libraries
Toa Payoh Public Library – 3.01 km
Central Public Library – 3.14 km
Bishan Public Library – 3.71 km
Queenstown Public Library – 4.54 km
Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 5.18 km
library@chinatown – 4.84 km
Serangoon Public Library – 5.86 km
Geylang East Public Library – 6.43 km
Cheng San Public Library – 6.55 km
Clementi Public Library – 7.22 km
library@harbourfront – 6.98 km
Sengkang Public Library – 8.47 km
Punggol Regional Library – 9.00 km
Yishun Public Library – 8.91 km
Bukit Panjang Public Library – 8.89 km
Nearest Condominiums / Apartments
The Robin Residences – 0.45 km
Cluny Park Residence – 0.65 km
Botanic Gardens View – 0.82 km
Gallop Gables – 0.99 km
The Shelford – 1.18 km
Adam Park Condominium – 1.35 km
Duchess Crest – 1.52 km
The Arcadia – 1.69 km
Leedon Residence – 1.92 km
Neighborhood Guide
Key insights about the Novena neighborhood, in which the school is situated.
Community & Lifestyle
A prime, centrally located district with a sophisticated, fast-paced lifestyle. It's a major medical hub, attracting a mix of affluent locals, expatriates, and medical professionals. The atmosphere is bustling and modern, with a focus on health, wellness, and upscale urban living.
Landmarks & Notable Places
Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall: A national monument and heritage institution that tells the story of Dr. Sun Yat Sen's revolutionary activities in Southeast Asia. Tan Tock Seng Hospital & Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital: Key institutions that form the core of "Health City Novena." Velocity@Novena Square & United Square: Shopping malls catering to sports enthusiasts and families, respectively.
Local Culture & Activities
The dining scene is vibrant, with a wide selection of restaurants and cafes in the area's shopping malls. Novena is a retail hub, particularly for sports and family-oriented products. The concentration of medical facilities means the area is busy with patients, visitors, and healthcare professionals.
Unique Characteristics
Novena's identity is unequivocally defined by its status as a premier medical hub for Singapore. The "Health City Novena" masterplan aims to integrate healthcare, research, and education, making this the dominant characteristic of the neighborhood's landscape and daily life.
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