Kent Ridge Secondary School

From learning journeys to innovative solutions - Our students explored real-world sustainability challenges at Changi Jewel, Marina Barrage Solar Park, Green buildings, and Plastify.

Through Design Thinking and AI-powered ideation, they developed creative solutions for a greener school and environment while practising responsible AI use.

Shenzhen TIE Trip 2026 Day 1 — Bags packed and minds ready — Our journey to Shenzhen 🇨🇳 begins! From connecting respectfully with local students to collaborating as a team, this trip will deepen our civic and global literacy. As we explore AI and robotics, we’ll also be challenged to think critically, adapt boldly, and discover how innovation is shaping tomorrow. ✈️

From drones to time-lapse cameras, sensors and AI-enabled tools, our Sec 1 students discovered how technology can help us better understand and care for our green spaces. Through hands-on learning and thoughtful sharing, they explored the importance of biodiversity, sustainability and the role each of us plays in building a greener school community. 🌱

“Money Cannot Buy the Safety of Our Country” – Insights from Our NS Engagement Session on 📅 14 May 2026

“Would you give up your SAF career for $2 million dollars?” - Kyla (S3-7)
“Money can buy a lot of things, but money cannot buy the safety of our country.” - ME1 Charmaine
“Was it hard to ask for help during NS?” - Ruth (S3-7)
“Sometimes, it is inevitable that we will make mistakes. Don’t be shy to ask for help when you face difficulties.” - 2SG (NS) Nathanael
These were some of the thoughtful and insightful exchanges shared during this morning’s NS Engagement Session with our Sec 3 students. Our students learnt more about the importance of National Service in nation building, gained a better understanding of NS life, and explored the various career and volunteering opportunities available in the SAF.

We were privileged to welcome back two KRSS alumni:
🪖 2SG (NS) Nathanael Leong (Class of 2016), who shared about his NS journey as a SAF Infantry Reconnaissance Leader from Basic Military Training to today.
⚓ ME1 Charmaine Ng (Class of 2017), who pursued a career as a regular Communications Specialist in the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN).
Both alumni reminded our students of the importance of adopting a growth mindset, persevering through challenges, and embracing help-seeking as a strength.
Through their stories, our students witnessed resilience in action:
💭 “I am…” passionate about serving and contributing to Singapore.
💪 “I can…” overcome difficulties, learn from challenges and continue growing.
🤝 “I have…” buddies, mentors and teammates who support me through difficult times.
Thank you to our alumni for inspiring our students and showing them what it means to live out the values of commitment, resilience and service to the nation.

Something exciting is happening in June!! It’s Vivace! 2026 🎶🎤🎹🎸

Vivace! 2026: The Power Within tells the story of three students as they journey through challenges, setbacks, and moments of self-doubt in their secondary school life. As they learn to communicate with others, stay open to new ideas, and adapt to change, they gradually learn to overcome their fears, support one another, and grow in confidence and resilience. Through music, dance, drama, and CCA performances, the concert highlights the development of key E21CC competencies: Communication, Inventive Thinking, and Adaptive Thinking, while celebrating the idea that growth takes time, support, and courage to keep trying.

See you there! 😊

Happy NPCC Day! Today, we celebrated this special occasion with pride as we recognised the achievements of our cadets. A huge congratulation to our Sec 4 cadet, Jia Le, who received the prestigious SPF-NPCC Badge and the NPCC Best Unit Cadet (Male) Award — a well-deserved recognition of his dedication and excellence. We are also thrilled to share that our unit has been presented with the Unit Overall Proficiency Award (UOPA) with Distinction for 2025, a testament to the commitment of every cadet and TO in our unit.

A shoutout too to our Sec 2 and 3 cadet leaders who represented us at the NPCC Annual Parade 2026 on 25 April — their hard work and dedication at the HTA truly shone through on the parade square.

A proud day for our unit — a true reflection of the resilience and civic spirit we strive to nurture in every cadet!

On 28 April, we welcomed acclaimed authors Felix Cheong and Neil Humphreys for our Authors’ Talk! 📚✨
Kent Ridgeans had the opportunity to hear about the authors’ writing journeys, storytelling experiences, and the importance of resilience, creativity, and reading.
Thank you to both authors for engaging and inspiring our students through your stories and insights! 💫

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, 28 April, because we are hosting two celebrated local authors: the incredible Mr Felix Cheong and the amazing Mr Neil Humphreys!

This is your golden opportunity to hear firsthand how they bring their stories to life. You will also have the rare opportunity to ask them your questions during the live Q&A.

Experiencing ASEAN through the Senses - International Friendship Day booth activities! ✨

Our canteen came alive this afternoon as students explored the rich diversity of our ASEAN neighbours through three engaging sensory experiences. From identifying signature dishes by their aromatic ingredients to recognising traditional sounds and cultural imagery, the activities sparked genuine curiosity and cultural appreciation.

It was heartwarming to see our students volunteers from S3-6 actively engaging their peers through the “Smell the Aroma, Guess the Dish” challenge, helping them navigate the “Sounds of ASEAN” audio experience, and facilitating the cultural imagery matching activity. The students were truly enthusiastic about sharing and learning more about ASEAN food and music, from Thai Tom Yum’s lemongrass to Indonesia’s melodic Angklung.