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YISHUN PRIMARY SCHOOL

500 YISHUN RING ROAD , Yishun North, Singapore
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Introduction

Yishun Primary School is a government school dedicated to nurturing students to become confident persons, self-directed learners, and concerned citizens. The school's vision is to be a "Community of Learners, Leaders and Innovators," and its educational philosophy is anchored in its core values of respect, responsibility, resilience, integrity, care, and harmony.

The school provides a holistic education in a supportive and engaging environment. Its Applied Learning Programme (ALP) focuses on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills through Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The Learning for Life Programme (LLP) is centred on character and leadership development through sports and outdoor education, aiming to build resilience and teamwork.

A Brief Historical Background

The former Yishun Primary School was established in 1982 as the first primary school in Yishun New Town. It merged with Peixin Primary School at the end of 2008.

School Overview

Main Level

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

MOE Programme

ALP (Applied Learning Programme)

STEM - Sustainability

ALP Title

Be Environmentally Green, Don't Leave Your Footprint

LLP (Learning for Life Programme)

Music & Performing Arts

LLP Title

Viva De Symphonie ' Championing Values: Living, Learning and Growing through Music

School Leadership

Principal and Vice Principals

Principal

MR CHAN WENG YEW MARVIN

Vice Principal

MADAM FARLINAH SUPAAH

Vice Principal

MISS WONG PEI LI, PAMELA

Vice Principal

MR LEE HAN KEONG

Contact Information

Website

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

School Location

500 YISHUN RING ROAD , 768679, Yishun North, Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: Yishun

Bus To Get There: Translink feeder service 800 & 812

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School Bus Operator

Operator Name

Tong Tar Transport Service Pte Ltd

Contact Number

62615537

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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 – 0.32 km
Skies Miltonia – 0.49 km
The Shaughnessy – 0.68 km
The Criterion – 0.85 km
Signature at Yishun – 1.02 km
The Wisteria – 1.29 km
North Park Residences – 1.52 km
The Estuary – 1.69 km
Orchid Park Condominium – 1.86 km
The Canopy – 2.03 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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