Established in 2000 Westwood Secondary School stands proudly in Jurong West. It’s a testament to Singapore’s commitment to education. Initially Westwood Secondary School shared space with Hua Yi Secondary School. This temporary arrangement ended on December 4 2000. The school then moved to its current location at 11 Jurong West Street 25. Its official opening ceremony took place on November 12 2002. Westwood Secondary School is a co-educational government school. It offers three academic streams leading to the Singapore-Cambridge GCE Ordinary Level or Normal Level examinations.
Westwood Secondary School boasts a rich history. Its flagship program Westwood Bytes is a key component. Westwood Bytes focuses on holistic development. It comprises In-Touch Rev-Up and Home@Westwood. The program helps students grow morally physically and linguistically. Westwood Bytes keeps students informed about local and global events.
The school’s commitment to holistic development is further shown in its Applied Learning Programme. The ALP focuses on Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship. This program encourages students to engage with social issues. It empowers them to use ideas and resources to make positive community changes. Westwood Secondary School also features a Learning for Life Programme. The LLP Arts for Life develops students’ resilience and confidence. Students contribute to the arts and become active citizens.
In 2016 Westwood Secondary School opened an indoor sports hall and Westwood Gallery. This expansion reflects the school’s growth and dedication to its students. The school’s crest features the Pandanus Furcatus. This unique Singaporean tree represents resilience and adaptability. The five evergreen leaves symbolize students’ tenacity. The color gradation from light to dark green represents the students’ intellectual growth. Westwood Secondary School has a strong and vibrant alumni network. Homecoming events strengthen the ties between past and present students.
Westwood Secondary School’s motto is Rooted to Soar. This motto perfectly captures the school’s spirit. It emphasizes strong foundational values coupled with the ambition to achieve great heights. Westwood Secondary School is more than just a school. It’s a community a place where students learn grow and thrive. It’s a place that shapes young minds and empowers them to contribute positively to Singapore.