Nan Chiau Primary School
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School History
Nan Chiau Primary School was established in March 1947 as the primary section of Nan Chiau Girls’ High School, located at Kim Yan Road. It was one of the six Chinese-medium schools run by Singapore Hokkien Huay Kuan. In 1965, Singapore Hokkien Huay Kuan spent $2 million rebuilding Nan Chiau Girl’s High School. The new premises were officially opened on 8 March 1969.
In 1979, Nan Chiau High began functioning as a full school, with both primary and secondary sections sharing the same premises. In 1980, the school became an English-medium school. In 1984, Nan Chiau Girls’ High became co-educational and was renamed Nan Chiau High School.
In 2001, Nan Chiau Primary School separated from Nan Chiau High School and was relocated to Anchorvale Link. In 2010, Nan Chiau Primary School was identified as the North Zone Centre of Excellence in Information and Communications Technology. The school prides itself on using appropriate technology to support students’ learning, and was recognised as a ‘Future School’ in 2011.
Nan Chiau Primary School was accorded the Applied Learning Programme in Project-based Learning. Technology is an integral part of school life for staff and students, and planning lessons with technological components is second nature to teachers.
Principals:
- Mr Chia Soo Keng (2001–2007)
- Mr Tan Chun Meng (2008–2014)
- Mdm Quah Li Ling Mae (2015–2019)
- Mrs Ong Jia Miin (2020 - present)
Key Milestones
key milestones
1947 | Establishment of school as ancillary primary school of Nan Chiau Girls’ High. |
1969 | Official opening of the school building at the Kim Yam Road. |
1979 | Started operation as a full school, with the primary and secondary sections sharing the same premises. |
1984 | Became co-educational and was renamed Nan Chiau High School. |
2001 | Relocated to Sengkang New Town in separate premises, Nan Chiau High School and Nan Chiau Primary School operated as two schools from January 2001 onwards. |
2003 | Official opening of Nan Chiau Primary School on 8 March. |
2007 | Celebration of 60th anniversary. |
2014 | Accorded Applied Learning Programme in Project-based Learning. |
2017 | Celebration of 70th anniversary. |
2018 | Accorded Learning for Life Programme in Student Leadership. |
School Motto
诚 (Sincerity) 毅 (Perseverance)
School Crest

The crest is represented by three interlocking rings that symbolise the moral, physical and intellectual development of the students. These are intrinsic to the quest for excellence in education. The red rings depict a persevering spirit to pursue a bright and promising future, as represented by the golden background. The heart in the overlapping centre symbolises care and concern for the total welfare of students.
School Song
First Verse:
Our passion is burning
Our songs are soaring
Let us praise in a single voice
Beloved Nan Chiau.
Reinvent ourselves
Thrive in the dynamic era
Promote the Chinese culture
Seek glory for our nation
Chorus:
Beloved teachers and friends
Beloved schoolmates
Let us put our hearts together
To work towards our common goal
Second Verse
Passion in learning
Relentless in pursuing
Uphold our school motto
Sincerity and perseverance
Reinvent ourselves
Thrive in the dynamic era
Promote the Chinese culture
Seek glory for our nation
Chorus:
Beloved teachers and friends
Beloved schoolmates
Let us put our hearts together
To work towards our common goal


