Monk's Hill Secondary School

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School History

Monk’s Hill Secondary School was established in 1958. In 1961, Monk’s Hill Secondary was converted into an integrated school, offering both Malay- and English-stream classes.

In 1967, the school held its first speech and prize presentation day. In 1968, the school established its School Advisory Committee. In 1976, it converted into an English-medium school.

In 1993, the school moved to a new school compound at 12 Winstedt Road. In the same year, it became a single-session school. In 2005, the school won the Academic Value Award. In addition to academic achievements, the school also excelled in sports, especially in inter-school rugby tournaments in the 1960s and 1970s.

In January 2007, Monk’s Hill Secondary School merged with Balestier Hill Secondary School.

Last Serving Principal:

• Mr Syed Mohamed Ashraf Shah (2003 - 2006)

Key Milestones

1958	Official opening of Monk's Hill Secondary School.
1961	Converted into an integrated school, offering Malay- and English-stream classes.
1967	Held its first speech and prize presentation day.
1968	Established its school advisory committee.
1976	Converted into an English-medium school.
1993	Relocated to Winstedt Road.
1993	Became a single-session school.
2007	Merger with Balestier Hill Secondary School to become the new Balestier Hill Secondary School.

School Motto

The Will To Win

School Crest

The lion is Singapore’s national symbol, representing strength, nobility and fearlessness. The colour red, the underlying motif, signifies the fiery exuberance in the school’s endeavours.

The open book is a revelation of knowledge and wisdom, with the colour yellow representing the sanctity of Education.

The temple bell is a symbol of the school’s historical past and a harbinger of the Monkshillian Spirit. The branching laurel of the school’s diverse achievements rests on a gentle blue, the colour of humility and quiet reflection.