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YUAN CHING SECONDARY SCHOOL

103 YUAN CHING ROAD , Jurong west West, Singapore

Introduction

Yuan Ching Secondary School is a government school that aims to nurture students to be persons of character who are passionate about learning and have a heart to serve. 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 offers a broad-based curriculum complemented by distinctive programmes that promote holistic development. Its Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in design, technology, and engineering fosters innovation and real-world problem-solving skills. The Learning for Life Programme (LLP) focuses on community and youth leadership, empowering students to become empathetic and active contributors to society.

A Brief Historical Background

Yuan Ching Secondary School was established in 1978 as an integrated school with both English and Chinese streams. It became an English-medium school in 1988.

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 and Literature
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Humanities
  • Craft & Technology
  • Mother Tongue Languages
  • Physical Education

MOE Programme

ALP (Applied Learning Programme)

STEM - Future of Transportation

ALP Title

Marine Robotics

LLP (Learning for Life Programme)

Sports & Outdoor Education

LLP Title

gRowing Values Through Sports and Outdoor Experiences

School Leadership

Principal and Vice Principals

Principal

MR SHAWAL BIN HUSSIN

Vice Principal

MR TANG HSIN WEI

Vice Principal

MISS TANG SHIEN YIN

Vice Principal

MR TEO HUI YAO, JULIUS

Accomplishments & Notable Alumni

Awards, achievements and distinguished graduates

School Accomplishments

  • Sustained Achievement Award (Sports)
  • National School Games Colours Award (Sports)

Notable Alumni

Yeo Jia Min Lee Juhn Chuan

School Location

103 YUAN CHING ROAD , 618654, Jurong west West, Singapore

Recommended MRT Station: LAKESIDE MRT

Bus To Get There: 49, 98, 98m, 154, 180, 187, 240, 240m, 246

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

From Estimated Duration (Minutes) Approx. Distance (KM)
LAKESIDE MRT STATION (EW26) 2.5 1.13
CHINESE GARDEN MRT STATION (EW25) 5.7 2.50
BOON LAY MRT STATION (EW27) 5.7 2.80
JURONG EAST MRT STATION (NS1 / EW24) 8.6 4.12
PIONEER MRT STATION (EW28) 9.0 4.14
BUKIT BATOK MRT STATION (NS2) 11.4 5.25
BUKIT GOMBAK MRT STATION (NS3) 11.8 5.86
CLEMENTI MRT STATION (EW23) 13.8 7.09
PHOENIX LRT STATION (BP5) 15.2 7.82
KEAT HONG LRT STATION (BP3) 15.4 7.87

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

Nearest Libraries

Jurong West Public Library – 2.25 km
Jurong Regional Library – 2.27 km
Clementi Public Library – 4.29 km
Bukit Batok Public Library – 4.93 km
Queenstown Public Library – 6.93 km
Bukit Panjang Public Library – 7.74 km
library@harbourfront – 8.00 km
Choa Chu Kang Public Library – 8.59 km
library@orchard – 8.86 km
Toa Payoh Public Library – 9.94 km

Nearest Condominiums / Apartments

The Lakeholmz – 0.28 km
The Lakeshore – 0.51 km
Lakeville – 0.74 km
The Lakefront Residences – 0.91 km
The Caspian – 1.08 km
Lake Grande – 1.25 km
Parc Vista – 1.48 km
The Centris – 1.71 km
J Gateway – 1.92 km
Westmere – 2.11 km

Neighborhood Guide

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

Community & Lifestyle

A vast and populous residential town in western Singapore, Jurong West is a mature estate with a diverse community and a comprehensive range of amenities. It has a bustling, heartland character and serves as a major residential base for the industrial and commercial hubs in the west.

Landmarks & Notable Places

Jurong West Sports and Recreation Centre: A large complex with a stadium, swimming pools, and sports halls. Pioneer Mall and Gek Poh Shopping Centre: Key neighborhood malls catering to residents' daily needs. Yunnan Garden: A beautiful Chinese-style garden located within the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) campus.

Local Culture & Activities

The area is dotted with numerous hawker centers and coffee shops offering a wide variety of affordable local food. The community is active, with many residents utilizing the extensive sports and recreational facilities.

Unique Characteristics

Jurong West's identity is tied to its role as a major residential hub supporting the Jurong industrial and innovation districts. It's a well-established town that showcases the development of Singapore's western region from an industrial swamp to a thriving residential area.

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