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St Andrew's School (Secondary)

Science

Explore how Science is brought to life through hands-on fieldwork, real-world investigations, and competitions that challenge students to think and discover.

Last updated 9 July 2026

Science

Our Science Department aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes essential to scientific inquiry and practice. Through our curriculum, we seek to:

1. Cultivate a deep and lasting interest in Science, inspiring future learning and careers.

2. Develop scientifically literate citizens who think critically, innovate, and seize opportunities in the 21st century.

3. Foster an appreciation for the practical applications of Science in everyday life and the world around them.

Upper Secondary Science

We offer Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science (Physics/Chemistry), Science (Chemistry/Biology) and Science.

Our special programmes for lower secondary students provide a strong foundation for self-directed learning and scientific inquiry.

Lower Secondary Science

1.      River Studies 2.0

·       Secondary 1: Students apply their scientific knowledge to investigate the Kallang River from its source to its endpoint. They focus on monitoring water quality and studying the river’s ecosystem.

·       Secondary 2: Students extend their exploration to the Kallang Park Connector, conducting ecological surveys and fieldwork. They learn to analyze biodiversity and take ownership of their environment.

Find out more about River Studies here

2.      Making Science Alive!
 At St. Andrew’s Secondary, we believe in making science an engaging, hands-on experience. Our Therapeutic Garden offers students opportunities to explore scientific concepts beyond the classroom.

Through outdoor investigations, students examine how different surfaces absorb heat, comparing temperature variations in black and white surfaces, water tanks, and soil containers. Using data loggers, they collect and analyze real-time data, strengthening their scientific inquiry skills.

By connecting classroom learning to real-world applications, our students develop a deeper appreciation for science—just like real scientists!

Students sit on the floor, handling red ropes and small buckets during a group activity.

River Studies - Setting up for Water Collection

A group of students lean over a railed platform above a river, lowering a bucket into the water.

River Studies - Water Collection

Several school boys crouch on a wet floor handling a blue bucket and containers outdoors.

River Studies - Water Collection

Several school students sit around a lab bench with beakers and worksheets during a science class.

River Studies - Building Filtration Devices and Testing for Turbidity

Two boys in school uniforms test water in an outdoor pond using a handheld device and a probe.

Making Science Alive! - Temperature of Water Tank

Three school boys in white uniforms use a sensor probe to measure water quality in an outdoor pond.

Making Science Alive! - Temperature of Water Tank

Three male students in white shirts examine a sensor device connected to buckets in an outdoor school garden.

Making Science Alive! - Temperature of soil in different pots

Two students in white shirts and blue shorts examine plants in a school garden.

Making Science Alive! - Temperature of soil in different pots

Competitions

To apply their learning, our students participate in the following competitions:

· Junior Biology Olympiad

· Junior Chemistry Olympiad

· Junior Physics Olympiad

· Biomedical Quiz

· ICAS Science Competition

· IgnITE Skills Challenge

· Singapore Science and Engineering

Four people stand in front of science fair poster boards labeled JBI017 and JBI011 at an indoor event.
Students in school uniforms present their project to adults at an indoor science or engineering fair.