Maha Bodhi School

An Enrolment Study & Advantage Analysis

Researched and written by:
Galan Low
19 September 2024
Updated —
20 Jun 2025

Maha Bodhi School

History & background

Address:

10 Ubi Ave 1, Singapore 408931

Maha Bodhi School was established in 1949 by the Singapore Buddhist Federation. Initially, the school operated as a small village school providing education grounded in Buddhist values and principles.

Over the decades, it has grown into a full-fledged primary school, moving to its current premises in Ubi in 1982 to better accommodate its expanding student population and to provide state-of-the-art facilities.

Throughout its history, Maha Bodhi School has remained steadfast in its mission to provide a quality education that balances academic rigor with moral and spiritual development.

The school’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals is evident in its comprehensive curriculum and rich co-curricular offerings.

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Special Programs

BiCEP (Bilingual Competence Programme)

Maha Bodhi School offers the BiCEP program to enhance students' proficiency in both English and Chinese. This program includes various activities designed to promote bilingualism and biculturalism, ensuring students develop strong language skills and cultural understanding.

DSA (Direct School Admission)

The school participates in the Direct School Admission exercise, allowing students to secure places in secondary schools based on their talents and achievements in areas such as sports, arts, and academics.

SAP (Special Assistance Plan)

Maha Bodhi School’s Special Assistance Plan (SAP) offers a unique program that immerses students in Chinese culture while strengthening their bilingual skills in both English and Chinese.

The program integrates cultural learning into various subjects, providing students with opportunities to engage in traditional Chinese activities such as music, calligraphy, and martial arts. It aims to build culturally competent students who appreciate their heritage. The program also includes learning trips and overseas immersion activities, giving students a deeper and hands-on understanding of Chinese traditions.

Unique Co-curricular Activities (CCA)

  • Chinese Calligraphy
  • Wushu & Lion Dance
  • Chinese Orchestra
  • Robotics Club
  • Guzheng
  • Indian Dance

Affliations with Secondary Schools

Maha Bodhi School does not have a direct affiliation with any specific secondary school.

However, through the DSA program, students have the opportunity to gain admission to various prestigious secondary schools in Singapore based on their talents and achievements.

Additionally, the strong foundation provided by Maha Bodhi School's unique programs and CCAs prepares students well for the transition to secondary education.

Balloting updates

Maha Bodhi School

2024 ResultsVacanciesApplicants% Success
Phase 2A14188100%
Phase 2B3838100%
Phase 2C769679%
Note: Ballot results for Singapore Citizens living within 1km

Amenities near this school

Map around the school

Grocery Stores

  • NTUC FairPrice Ubi Avenue 1
  • Giant Supermarket Ubi Avenue 2
  • Cold Storage SingPost Centre

Hawker/Food Centres and Markets

  • Ubi 301 Food Centre
  • Ubi Avenue 1 Block 302 Market & Food Centre
  • Geylang East Market & Food Centre

Shopping Malls

  • Paya Lebar Square
  • SingPost Centre
  • Kinex Mall

MRT Stations

  • Ubi MRT Station (DT27)
  • Kaki Bukit MRT Station (DT28)
  • Eunos MRT Station (EW7)
  • MacPherson MRT Station (CC10/DT26)
  • Paya Lebar MRT Station (CC9/EW8)

Educational and Recreational Facilities

  • Geylang East Public Library
  • MacPherson Community Club
  • Ubi Sports Hub

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