Holy Innocents’ Primary School

An Enrolment Study & Advantage Analysis

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

Holy Innocents’ Primary School

History & background

Address:

5 Lorong Low Koon, Singapore 536451

Holy Innocents’ Primary School was founded in 1892 by the Paris Foreign Missions Society (MEP), making it one of the oldest primary schools in Singapore.

The school started as a small village school providing education to the children of Teochew Catholic immigrants.

Over the years, it has grown into a full-fledged primary school, moving to its current premises in Hougang in 1985 to accommodate its expanding student population and to provide modern facilities.

Throughout its history, Holy Innocents’ Primary School has remained committed to providing a quality education grounded in Catholic values, fostering both academic excellence and character development.

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What's great about this school?

Special Programs

BiCEP (Bilingual Competence Programme)

Holy Innocents’ Primary School offers the BiCEP program to enhance students' proficiency in both English and Chinese, promoting bilingualism and biculturalism.

DSA (Direct School Admission)

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

SAP (Special Assistance Plan)

Holy Innocents' Primary School aims to nurture confident and cultured students who are proud of their Chinese heritage.

The school promotes Chinese language learning and preserves traditions through immersive and enriching experiences. Students explore Chinese culture through the Flagship Performing Arts Programme, which includes Kuaiban and Chinese Opera, boosting their language skills and confidence.

The Cultural Arts Programme further deepens their appreciation with activities like Wushu, Weiqi, Tea Art, Chinese Calligraphy, Chinese Brush Painting, and Traditional Chinese Medicine, creating well-rounded bilingual and bicultural individuals.

Unique Co-curricular Activities (CCA)

  • Wushu
  • Red Cross Youth
  • Robotics
  • Chinese Weiqi
  • Guzheng Ensemble
  • Chinese Orchestra
  • Dance Ensemble

Affliations with Secondary Schools

Holy Innocents’ Primary School has an affiliation with Holy Innocents’ High School.

This affiliation provides a seamless transition for primary school students to continue their education in the secondary school, ensuring continuity in their learning journey and values education.

Balloting updates

Holy Innocents’ Primary School

2024 ResultsVacanciesApplicants% Success
Phase 2A10211489%
Phase 2B205735%
Phase 2C409642%
Note: Ballot results for Singapore Citizens living within 1km

Amenities near this school

Map around the school

Grocery Stores and Markets

  • NTUC FairPrice Hougang Mall
  • Cold Storage Compass Point
  • Sheng Siong Supermarket Serangoon North

Hawker Centres and Food Courts

  • Ci Yuan Hawker Centre
  • Hougang Avenue 8 Food Centre
  • Hougang Mall Food Court

Shopping Malls

  • Hougang Mall
  • The Midtown
  • Heartland Mall

MRT Station

  • Hougang MRT Station (NE14)

Educational and Recreational Facilities

  • Hougang Public Library
  • Punggol Park
  • Hougang Swimming Complex

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