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SINGAPORE CHINESE GIRLS' SCHOOL

190 DUNEARN ROAD , Novena South, Singapore

Introduction

Singapore Chinese Girls' School is an independent, government-aided school for girls, offering both the Integrated Programme and the O-Level track. With a rich heritage, the school's vision is to nurture every student to be a "Kim Gek" (a lady of gold and jade), a woman of character and a leader of tomorrow. Its ethos is guided by its motto of Sincerity, Courage, Generosity, and Service.

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

The school was founded on 1 July 1899 by a group of Straits Chinese men, including Sir Song Ong Siang and Dr Lim Boon Keng, to provide education for Chinese girls.

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: To be a premier school that nurtures every student to be a person of character who is a lifelong learner and a contributing citizen.

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

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

library@orchard – 1.48 km
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

Cyan – 0.28 km
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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