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Cedar Girls' Secondary School (CGSS)

Boris · 2023-03-26 00:39:22

Cedar Girls' Secondary School (CGSS) is an all-girls secondary school located in Toa Payoh, Singapore. It was founded in 1957 and named after the cedar tree which represents strength, steadfastness, and resilience. The school has a strong academic tradition and places emphasis on holistic education, character development, and community service. CGSS has a rich history of achievements and has consistently produced students who excel academically and in co-curricular activities.

Last Known Cutoff Point:

Express: 2021 - 7, subject to vacancies
Normal (Academic): 2021 - 22
Normal (Technical): 2021 - 26

CCAs:

Sports: Badminton, Basketball, Floorball, Hockey, Netball, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball
Performing Arts: Chinese Orchestra, Choir, Dance, Drama, Guitar Ensemble, Symphonic Band, String Ensemble
Clubs and Societies: Art Club, Environmental Club, Infocomm Club, Science and Mathematics Society, Uniformed Groups (NCC Land, NPCC, Red Cross)

Achievements:

Consistently ranked among the top secondary schools in Singapore based on academic results
Strong tradition of music and performing arts, with students consistently winning awards in national competitions
Strong tradition of community service and character development, with students actively involved in volunteer work and leadership development programs
Awarded the School Distinction Award, Best Practice Award (Character and Citizenship Education), and Best Practice Award (Partnership) by the Ministry of Education

Notable Alumni:

Josephine Teo, Minister in the Prime Minister's Office and Second Minister for Home Affairs and Second Minister for Manpower
Peh Xin Yi, Team Singapore Olympic Fencer

Location:

1 Cedar Avenue, Singapore 349692

How to get there:

Nearest MRT station: Toa Payoh MRT (NS19)
Nearest bus interchange: Toa Payoh Bus Interchange (B52009)
Buses: 8, 26, 31, 73, 88, 90, 139, 142, 143, 151, 153, 155, 157, 159, 163, 231, 232, 235, 238

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