Whitley Secondary School

Bishan East, Singapore, Singapore

  • Day School

  • 1965

  • S$ N/A-N/A

    • MOE

School History & Details

Whitley Secondary School (WSS) is a co-educational government secondary school located in Bishan, Singapore. It was founded in 1965 and is named after Sir Thomas Whitley, the first Director of Education in Singapore.

WSS is a six-year Integrated Programme (IP) school, which means that students can skip the Singapore-Cambridge GCE Ordinary Level (O-Level) examinations and go straight to junior college after completing their secondary education.

The school has a strong academic record and has consistently been ranked among the top schools in Singapore. In 2022, WSS was ranked 11th out of 414 secondary schools in Singapore.

WSS also has a strong emphasis on sports and the arts. The school has won numerous awards in sports competitions, including the National Schools Games. WSS also has a thriving arts scene, with students participating in a variety of activities, such as drama, music, and dance.

WSS is a vibrant and diverse school with a strong sense of community. The school is committed to providing all students with a quality education and to helping them reach their full potential.

    School Values

  • Excellence
  • Perseverance
  • Teamwork
  • Tolerance
  • Excellence

    • Whitley Secondary School (WSS) has four core values:

    Perseverance: WSS students are encouraged to persevere in the face of challenges. They are taught to never give up on their dreams, no matter how difficult they may seem.
    Respect: WSS students are taught to respect themselves, their peers, their teachers, and their elders. They are also taught to respect the environment and the community.
    Integrity: WSS students are taught to be honest and trustworthy. They are also taught to be fair and just in their dealings with others.
    Empathy: WSS students are taught to be understanding and compassionate towards others. They are also taught to be kind and helpful to those in need.

School Achievements

Achievements

Whitley Secondary School (WSS) has a long and proud history of academic, sporting, and cultural achievements. Here are some of the school's most notable achievements: Academics: WSS has consistently been ranked among the top schools in Singapore for academic performance. In 2022, WSS was ranked 11th out of 414 secondary schools in Singapore. Sports: WSS has won numerous awards in sports competitions, including the National Schools Games. In 2022, WSS won the Overall Champion School title at the National Schools Games. Culture: WSS has a thriving arts scene, with students participating in a variety of activities, such as drama, music, and dance. In 2022, WSS won the Overall Champion School title at the National Schools Arts Festival.
School Achievements

Non-Academic Achievements

Whitley Secondary School (WSS) has a long and proud history of non-academic achievements. Here are some of the school's most notable non-academic achievements: Public Speaking: WSS students have won numerous awards in public speaking competitions, both locally and internationally. In 2022, a WSS student won the championship title at the World Schools Debating Championships. Debates: WSS students have also won numerous awards in debates, both locally and internationally. In 2022, a WSS student won the championship title at the World Schools Debating Championships. Model United Nations: WSS students have also won numerous awards in Model United Nations (MUN) competitions, both locally and internationally. In 2022, a WSS student won the best delegate award at the Harvard MUN Conference. Robotics: WSS students have also won numerous awards in robotics competitions, both locally and internationally. In 2022, a WSS team won the championship title at the FIRST LEGO League World Championships. Coding: WSS students have also won numerous awards in coding competitions, both locally and internationally. In 2022, a WSS student won the championship title at the International Olympiad in Informatics.
Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

Whitley Secondary School's Alumni Community is a network of former students who maintain a connection with the school. They engage in events, reunions, and activities, fostering connections and nostalgia. Alumni offer mentorship to current students, contribute to school development, and participate in community service. For more details, visit the school's official website or contact the school directly.    

School Information

The campus of Whitley Secondary School (WSS) is located at 30 Bishan Street 24, Singapore 570303. It is a large and well-maintained campus with a variety of facilities.  The campus has 34 classroo...View moreView Less

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+65 6456 1336

30 Bishan Street 24, Singapore 579747

Subjects & Curriculum Offered

  • English Core
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Computer Science
  • Business Management

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