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ST. ANDREW'S JUNIOR SCHOOL

2 FRANCIS THOMAS DRIVE , Toa payoh South, Singapore

Introduction

St. Andrew's Junior School is a government-aided Anglican mission school for boys and a part of the St. Andrew's Village. The school is committed to nurturing every boy to be a servant leader who is a blessing to others, guided by its motto, "Up and On," and its core values of respect, responsibility, resilience, and integrity.

The school's educational approach is centred on the all-round development of its students, integrating academic learning with strong programmes in character formation and spiritual growth. It provides a nurturing community that encourages boys to discover their talents, develop a strong moral compass, and cultivate a spirit of service, preparing them for their future educational journey and beyond.

A Brief Historical Background

The school was founded in 1862 by Reverend Edward Sherman Venn as St. Andrew's School.

Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: To be a premier school of distinction in character and learning.

Mission: To nurture students to be persons of character and lifelong learners who are prepared for the future.

Values: Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Integrity, Care, Harmony

School Overview

Main Level

Primary 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
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Mother Tongue
  • Physical Education
  • Aesthetics
  • Character & Citizenship Education

School Leadership

Principal and Vice Principals

Principal

MRS ELSIE POEY

Vice Principal

MISS HEW YI QIAN CAROLINE

Vice Principal

MRS STEPHANIE GOH

Vice Principal

MR BOEY WENG YUE

School Location

2 FRANCIS THOMAS DRIVE , 359337, Toa payoh South, Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Potong Pasir, Toa Payoh

Bus To Get There: 8,13,26,31,90,90a,107,133,142,147,853,nr6

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name

RS Transport Services

Contact Number

62510281

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Nearest Libraries

Toa Payoh Public Library – 2.05 km
Serangoon Public Library – 2.94 km
Geylang East Public Library – 2.99 km
Central Public Library – 3.96 km
Bishan Public Library – 3.73 km
Cheng San Public Library – 4.42 km
library@orchard – 4.54 km
Ang Mo Kio Public Library – 4.79 km
library@chinatown – 5.72 km
Marine Parade Public Library – 6.00 km
Sengkang Public Library – 5.85 km
Queenstown Public Library – 6.43 km
Punggol Regional Library – 6.55 km
Bedok Public Library – 6.99 km
Tampines Regional Library – 8.44 km
Pasir Ris Public Library – 9.38 km
Yishun Public Library – 9.12 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Addition – 0.25 km
Avon Park – 0.48 km
The Venue Residences and Shoppes – 0.65 km
Sant Ritz – 0.82 km
The Poiz Residences – 0.99 km
Sennett Residence – 1.16 km
Myra – 1.42 km
Park Colonial – 1.59 km
The Woodleigh Residences – 1.76 km
8 @ Woodleigh – 1.93 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

As one of Singapore's oldest and most iconic satellite towns, Toa Payoh exudes a nostalgic charm and has a strong, deeply-rooted community spirit. The area is home to many multi-generational families. The atmosphere is bustling and down-to-earth, embodying the classic Singaporean heartland.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Toa Payoh Town Park: A scenic park with a large pond and an iconic observation tower, once a popular spot for wedding photos. Dragon Playground: One of the few remaining full-sized mosaic dragon playgrounds in Singapore, a beloved heritage icon. Lian Shan Shuang Lin Monastery: A stunning national monument and one of the oldest monasteries in Singapore. HDB Hub: The headquarters of the Housing & Development Board.

Local Culture & Activities

Toa Payoh is a food haven, with numerous famous hawker centres like the Toa Payoh Lorong 8 Market & Food Centre. The town centre is a vibrant hub of shops and services. The area has a rich heritage trail that showcases its historical development.

Unique Characteristics

Toa Payoh's unique identity comes from its significant place in Singapore's history as the first town comprehensively planned and developed by the HDB. It famously hosted Queen Elizabeth II in 1972 at Block 53, now known as the "VIP Block". The town serves as a living testament to the nation's public housing success story.

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