School MattersCHIJ Katong Convent vs Serangoon Secondary School
Compare recorded PSLE entry ranges, CCAs, DSA programmes and location, with intake years shown alongside the data.
At a glance
| Compare | CHIJ Katong Convent | Serangoon Secondary School |
|---|---|---|
| School type | Girls' School | Co-Ed School |
| Level | Secondary (S1-S4) | Secondary (S1-S4) |
| School tags | Autonomous | Not listed |
| Zone | East | South |
| Address | 346 Marine Terrace | 11 Upper Serangoon View |
| Nearest MRT | Bedok, Kembangan, Eunos, Paya Lebar, Marine Terrace | Hougang, Kangkar |
| Listed CCAs | 18 | 17 |
| DSA listings | 13 | 2 |
Differences to explore
- CCA
- The records share 3 CCA listings. CHIJ Katong Convent also lists Badminton (Girls), Bowling (Girls), Chinese Drama (Girls), Chinese Orchestra (Girls) and more, which do not appear in the other school's records. Serangoon Secondary School also lists Audio Visual Aid (Girls and Boys), Basketball (Boys), Chinese Instrumental Ensemble (Girls and Boys), Choir (Girls and Boys) and more, which do not appear in the other school's records. Listings may be incomplete; confirm availability with each school.
- DSA programme
- The records share 0 DSA programme listings. CHIJ Katong Convent also lists Badminton (Girls), Bowling (Girls), Chinese Drama (Girls), Chinese Orchestra (Girls) and more, which do not appear in the other school's records. Serangoon Secondary School also lists Community Youth Leadership (Girls and Boys), Programming and 3D Modelling (Girls and Boys), which do not appear in the other school's records. Listings may be incomplete; confirm availability with each school.
- The daily journey
- Nearby MRT stations listed for CHIJ Katong Convent: Bedok, Kembangan, Eunos, Paya Lebar, Marine Terrace; for Serangoon Secondary School: Hougang, Kangkar. Compare the full journey from home, including transfers and the walk to school.
Recorded entry ranges
| Compare | CHIJ Katong Convent | Serangoon Secondary School |
|---|---|---|
| PG3 · Non-affiliated | 2026 · 11–14 | 2026 · 16–20 |
| PG3 · Affiliated | 2026 · 12–20 | Not listed |
| PG2 · Non-affiliated | 2026 · 21–24 | 2026 · 21–25 |
| PG2 · Affiliated | 2026 · 21–25 | Not listed |
| PG1 · Non-affiliated | 2026 · 26–30 | 2026 · 26–28 |
| PG1 · Affiliated | 2026 · 25–28 | Not listed |
Each range belongs to the intake year and programme shown. Affiliated and non-affiliated ranges are separate. D, M and P are Higher Mother Tongue requirements. Past ranges do not guarantee admission.
Get to know each school
CHIJ Katong Convent
Katong Convent began in 1930 as a private English primary school on Martia Road, with 197 pupils. During the war it used Ceylon Road premises and the name Ceylon Road Girls’ School. It later developed a strong tradition of literature, choral speaking and Shakespeare productions. After the primary section merged with Opera Estate Convent in 1990, Katong Convent operated solely as a secondary school at Marine Terrace. The school gained autonomous status in 2003; primary-school experiences belong to the separate CHIJ Katong Primary entry.
The Communicative, Performing and Visual Arts programme uses three levels: experience for everyone, enrichment for an identified group, and extension for pupils ready for further challenge. Upper-secondary pupils offering Art can access the Enhanced Art Programme’s artist workshops and learning journeys. The Drama Elective Programme describes practical and theoretical theatre study, artist-led masterclasses and performance experiences. The selected drama page still uses O-Level terminology; families choosing a future examination cohort should check the applicable subject name and entry requirements instead of assuming every pupil takes drama as an examination subject.
- CHIJ Katong Convent
- The Communicative, Performing & Visual Arts
- Enhanced Art Programme
- Drama Elective Programme
Serangoon Secondary School
Serangoon Secondary traces its origins to Serangoon English School on Simon Road in 1928. It stopped primary classes in 1957, moved to Lowland Road and adopted its current name in 1967, then relocated to 11 Upper Serangoon View in 2001. Earlier periods included feeding pupils to Raffles schools and offering pre-university classes, which ended in 1976. These are historical roles rather than present affiliations or courses. The school’s long history should be read separately from the programmes and subject options available to a new cohort.
The Future of Transportation ALP gives all Sec 1 pupils 3D modelling and printing in Semester 2, using Tinkercad to design prototypes. All Sec 2 pupils move to drone programming in Semester 1, using Tynker and applying ideas about flight through simulation, testing and debugging. Selected Sec 2–3 pupils extend their learning through Infocomm Club programmes. Upper-secondary Computing is an elective subject offered at G1, G2 and G3 levels to interested pupils who meet academic requirements. Introductory ALP participation therefore does not automatically secure a later Computing place.
CCAs and programmes
CHIJ Katong Convent
- Badminton (Girls)
- Bowling (Girls)
- Chinese Drama (Girls)
- Chinese Orchestra (Girls)
- Choir (Girls)
- Concert Band (Girls)
- Debating and Public Speaking (Girls)
- English Drama (Girls)
- Entrepreneurship (Girls)
- Floorball (Girls)
- Girl Guides (Girls)
- Heritage (Girls)
- Infocomm Technology (Media Production) (Girls)
- Modern Dance (Girls)
- Modular CCA (Sports) (Girls)
- National Civil Defence Cadet Corps (NCDCC) (Girls)
- Netball (Girls)
- Track and Field (Girls)
Serangoon Secondary School
- Audio Visual Aid (Girls and Boys)
- Basketball (Boys)
- Chinese Instrumental Ensemble (Girls and Boys)
- Choir (Girls and Boys)
- Concert Band (Girls and Boys)
- English Drama (Girls and Boys)
- Floorball (Boys)
- Football (Boys)
- Girl Guides (Girls)
- Infocomm Technology (Computing) (Girls and Boys)
- Malay Dance (Girls)
- Modern Dance (Girls)
- National Cadet Corps (NCC) (Land) (Girls and Boys)
- National Police Cadet Corps (NPCC) (Girls and Boys)
- Netball (Girls)
- Red Cross Youth (Girls and Boys)
- Scouts (Boys)
Listed DSA programmes at CHIJ Katong Convent
- Badminton (Girls)
- Bowling (Girls)
- Chinese Drama (Girls)
- Chinese Orchestra (Girls)
- Choir (Girls)
- Concert Band (Girls)
- Debating and Public Speaking (Girls)
- English Drama (Girls)
- Floorball (Girls)
- Modern Dance (Girls)
- Netball (Girls)
- Track and Field (Girls)
- Visual Arts (Girls)
Listed DSA programmes at Serangoon Secondary School
- Community Youth Leadership (Girls and Boys)
- Programming and 3D Modelling (Girls and Boys)
Questions about these schools
How should I choose between CHIJ Katong Convent and Serangoon Secondary School?
Start with programmes, the CCAs your child wants and the actual journey from home. Visit both schools to assess the daily environment. Counts and past results alone do not establish which school fits your child.
How do their recorded PSLE entry ranges compare?
PG3 · Non-affiliated: CHIJ Katong Convent 2026 · 11–14; Serangoon Secondary School 2026 · 16–20. PG3 · Affiliated: CHIJ Katong Convent 2026 · 12–20; Serangoon Secondary School Not listed. PG2 · Non-affiliated: CHIJ Katong Convent 2026 · 21–24; Serangoon Secondary School 2026 · 21–25. PG2 · Affiliated: CHIJ Katong Convent 2026 · 21–25; Serangoon Secondary School Not listed. PG1 · Non-affiliated: CHIJ Katong Convent 2026 · 26–30; Serangoon Secondary School 2026 · 26–28. PG1 · Affiliated: CHIJ Katong Convent 2026 · 25–28; Serangoon Secondary School Not listed.
Do past admission records guarantee a place?
No. Ranges belong to the intake year and programme shown and can change. Keep affiliated and non-affiliated ranges separate and retain any D, M or P Higher Mother Tongue suffix.