2024

Culture of Learning

To empower and motivate staff for professional development to support quality teaching and learning, the following teachers have successfully completed milestone programme.

International Conferences

·       Presentation at Singapore International Science Teachers’ Conference
Frontier Primary was selected to present our Primary 4 Science PLT project at the conference. This highlights our teachers’ dedication to advancing science education but also exemplifies our commitment to contributing to the broader education fraternity.

 Presenters:
Dr Ganges Lim Zi Yang
Ms Cheng Voon Yen
Mdm Ng Xiao Wei, Serene
Mrs Cheong-Li Shaohui
Miss Andrielle Lee

·       Redesigning Pedagogy International Conference

RPIC 2024 brought together educators, researchers, and thought leaders from around the globe to explore innovative teaching practices and transformative learning experiences. The theme for 2024 focused on harnessing technology, creativity, and collaboration to meet the evolving needs of learners in a dynamic world. 3 groups of teachers from Frontier Primary were selected to share their research.

Research title: Navigating Implementation Challenges: Insights from Peer-Based Instruction and Intervention in a Singapore primary School

 Presenters:
Ms Jeannett Lay Jia Xin
Mdm Siti Idzmaidar
Miss Lim Weiqing Eulindra

Research title: Fostering Writing Excellence from Motion Pictures to Expressive Writing for Primary 4 Students

 Presenters:
Mdm Chia Qian Lin 
Mdm Lim Lan Shi
Mr Li Lei
Miss Chen Lili
Mdm Qin Ling Jun 

Research title: Enhancing Student Agency in the Feedback Process in Narrative Writing

  Presenters:
Mdm Norhayati Binte Ibnor
Mdm Sri Arianti Bte Ariffin
Mr Mohammed Nidzam Bin Zakariah
Mdm Noryanti Bte Mohamed Yahya
Mdm Rasidah Bte Mohd Rasit

Sharing at National Platforms

·       Social Studies Zonal Engagement

Frontier Primary was invited to give a keynote presentation to illustrate teaching with technology for active learning.
This year, the following staff shared our school’s EdTech practices on a national platform: 

Miss Jeannett Lay Jia Xin
Mdm Nusraat Begum Bte Akbar Ali

·       English Language High-Ability Learners National Learning Communities

On 8 November 2024, Mrs Raspal Singh shared her valuable experiences in implementing the Explorations & Inquiry (E&I) extensions during the EL HAL NLC. Her insights on conducting E&I lessons in mixed-ability classes, particularly her thoughtful approaches to addressing challenges and incorporating additional scaffolds, have greatly benefited fellow educators.

National-Level Achievements and Awards

·       National Awards (COVID-19)

The National Awards (COVID-19) recognise individuals and teams who have made outstanding contributions to Singapore’s fight during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Mrs Wilna Chai
Mrs Teng-Lim Li-Chern, Anisia

·       National Day Commendation Medal

Instituted in 1996, the Commendation Medal is awarded to the following staff for their commendable performance and conduct, or significant efficiency, competence and devotion to duty: 

Miss Jeannett Lay Jia Xin 

·       National Day Long Service Medal

Instituted in 1962, the Long Service Medal is awarded to the following staff for completing at least 25 years service:

Mdm Rasidah Bte Mohd Rasit
Mr Ang Boon Chin
Mdm Soh Wee Hong, Nellie

·       The Academy Awards for Professional Development

The Academy Awards for Professional Development is awarded to the following staff to recognise and affirm their efforts in the education service and partners in education for their contributions to the professional development of the teaching fraternity:                          

·       MOE Service Excellence Award (MSEA)

The MSEA recognises MOE staf​f who are​​ passionate in their service delivery, consistent in serving internal and external customers with C.A.R.E (Collaborate, Anticipate, Reach out, Empathise) and inspire their colleagues to do likewise. The following staff have been nominated this year: 

Platinum Award
Mdm Anisah Binte Amat

Gold Award
Mdm Noer Asifa Poernomo
Ms You Xueli

Silver Award
Mdm Asmahwaty Binte Abdullah
Mdm Chia Qian Lin
Mdm Chua Wei
Mdm Elaine Lee Sui Lyn
Miss Harsharan Kaur
Mdm Kiranjeet Kaur Dibandar Singh
Miss Lim Jing Xian
Mdm Lim Lan Shii
Mdm Lim Pei Geok
Mdm Lim Suat Peng Tina
Miss Lim Weiqing Eulindra
Mr Lin Renyi
Mrs Sudhakar-Mages Wari Ramasamy
Mr Mohammed Nidzam Bin Zakariah
Mr Muhammad Ali Bin Mohamed Yasin
Mdm Ninah Binte Osman
Mdm Nur Shirin Bte Yaman Yuen
Mdm Nurashikin Mohamed Zamrabi
Mr Tan Yi Cong

·       Caring Teacher Award (Organised by NIE)

Organised by National Institute of Education, the Caring Teacher Awards acknowledge teachers who go beyond the call of duty for the holistic development of their pupils and to ensure that their charges grow up to be confident and independent learners for our nation. 

The following teachers have been awarded the Caring Teacher Award this year: 

Mdm Chia Qian Lin
Mdm Elaine Lee Sui Lyn
Mdm Liew Mei Lian
Mrs Lee-Sandra Phong Pei Shan
Miss Wang Wan

MOE Outstanding Contribution Awards (OCA)

The Outstanding Contribution Awards recognise the following individuals and teams who have made significant contributions to our school. 

[OCA Individual]
             Mr Anderson Tan Choon Seng
             Mdm Elaine Lee Sui Lyn
             Miss Jeannett Lay Jia Xin

[OCA Team]
Read@Frontier
Mdm Nurashikin Mohamed Zamrabi, Mrs Lee-Sandra Phong Pei Shan,
Mrs Valerie Teo - Low Baoqin, Mdm Cheong Yueh Tinng Evelyn, Miss Harsharan Kaur,
Mrs Sabrina Zhang - Ng Mei Qi

P1-3 EAGLES
Mdm Yap Huie Yuan, Mr Chan Chok Seng, Mdm Hannaria Srihanum Tumbuck,
Mdm Siti Nur Aishah Bte Mohamad Zainudin 

 CCA Scouts
Miss Eugena Ooi Weiling, Mdm Siti Nur Aishah Bte Mohamad Zainudin,
Mdm Noryanti Binte Mohamed Yahya, Dr Ganges Lim Zi Yang, Miss Chen Peishi