Here at Damai Secondary School, the motto is Faith Hope Charity. Damai Secondary School opened its doors in 1994. It stands proudly next to Bedok Reservoir. The Pan Island Expressway flanks it.
Damai Secondary School began with humble beginnings. Today, it has grown into a thriving community of approximately 1500 students known as Damaians. Over the years, Damai Secondary School has undergone several expansions and upgrades. In 2000, the National Education corner was added. The PRIME programme from 2002 to 2004 enlarged and improved the school’s facilities.
Damai Secondary School has achieved academic excellence. In 2002 and 2003, it ranked 49th in Singapore for express stream results. The school received the People Developer Standard in 2002. This award was renewed in 2005 for another three years. Its technical stream won the 30th Singapore NUTMEG Prize.
National Education holds a special place at Damai Secondary School. It received the Outstanding Development Award NE from 2006 to 2010. The school’s NE framework includes student leadership. It also includes student-centric processes and an integrated curriculum. Damai Secondary School also builds strategic partnerships with the community.
Damai Secondary School embraced technology early on. By 2010, it created a borderless learning environment using mobile devices. WiFi and Bluetooth technology became integral parts of the learning experience. The school integrated inter-disciplinary Project Work with ICT. In 2008, mobile learning was introduced. Students used Bluetooth-enabled handphones in class. Damai Secondary School shared its mobile learning approach internationally. It presented at the Int’l Conference on Teaching & Learning with Technology at Suntec City.
Damai Secondary School offers a wide range of subjects. These include Chinese Geography and Home Economics. Principles of A/C and Design & Technology are also available. Mathematics Social Studies and Additional Mathematics are taught here. Students can also study Biology Computer Applications and English Language.
Damai Secondary School boasts impressive facilities. There is a general-purpose hall and many classrooms. These classrooms include Geography and History Rooms. An AV Theatre and Media Resource Library serve the students. Four Computer Labs and several science labs support learning. A canteen bookshop and general office cater to daily needs. The Harmony Room showcases Singapore’s diverse cultures.
Co-curricular activities enrich student life at Damai Secondary School. Performing groups include English drama and Guzheng. Modern dance and the school choir also thrive. Sports and games include canoeing and netball. Uniformed groups include the Boy’s Brigade and Girl Guides.
The Student Parliament plays a vital role. Student councillors organize events like orientation camps. They also organize Teachers’ Day celebrations. They assist in school duties and promote National Education.
Damai Secondary School fosters a competitive spirit through its house system. The four houses are Achievers Strivers Victors and Winners. Students participate in sports and quizzes to earn points for their houses.
Damai Secondary School emphasizes society and National Education. Students participate in Community Involvement Programmes. They also learn about the virtues of National Education. The school cooperates with charitable organizations. An annual National Education Learning Journey enriches students’ understanding.
Damai Secondary School also embraces internationalization. It established a sister school link with Dongpo Experimental Middle School in China. Twinning immersion projects have been held for students from both schools.
The school logo designed by Samuel Teo Gek Seng represents the seed of education. The initials DSS form this seed. It grows into flames of faith hope and charity. These are the three components of the school motto. Damai Secondary School strives to instill these values in every student.