This term we shall look at what Digital Detox is. We will also provide tips on how you and your child can disconnect from the virtual world by stepping away from constant technology engagement and rec
On 17 August, our Community Advocates (CA) partnered with the resident contributors of Ang Mo Kio Blk 323 and Allkin Singapore to co-organise a pop-up grocery shop at the heart of the neighbourho
The focus of this term will be on understanding happiness and wellbeing, and how to apply these tips to improve your child's overall wellbeing. Happiness is a state of mind. It is momentary, and very
By Teo Hui Sian (25S06C) and Valerie Ng Qi Xuan (25S06N) The places they once walked: a small ledge in the crevice of a wall, a mini amphitheatre in the corner of the campus, a hill in the middle of
This term, we shall look at Mindful Communication and Love Languages. Before we jump right into these, let’s look at communication in general. What is communication? Communication allows one to
Calling all Primary 6 students! The Gryphon Express is here! NO PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED Click on images to view at actual size See you soon!
1 A total of 1,145 students at Raffles Institution (RI) sat for the 2023 GCE A-Level Examinations. This number comprises students from the six-year Raffles Programme (RP), a
Dear Class of 2023, The results of the 2023 A-level Examination will be released on 23 February 2024 (Friday), at 2.30 p.m. You will be collecting your results in school. Please read and follow the i
Today, we are midway through our 1000 days countdown to RI200! Kudos to our Student Leaders for “Passing on the Rafflesian Spirit” to the incoming batch of Y1 and Y5 students.
Congratulations to our Board of Governors member Rajoo Amurdalingam (Class of 1977/79), whose company, The National Forwarders, was recognised at the 27th Enterprise 50 (E50) awards last Friday. &n
To commemorate 𝟱𝟱𝟬 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗜𝟮𝟬𝟬, and as part of the 𝙃𝙤 𝙔𝙚𝙖𝙝 𝙁𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙡, the SG50 Becoming Bishan project by the Class of 2015 will be featured on 𝟰 𝗗𝗲𝗰, 𝟮-𝟯𝗽𝗺 𝗼𝗻
It’s 600 days to RI Bicentennial! In the school’s wider narrative of Diversity, Inclusivity and Community Engagement, Rafflesians have been exemplars of the Rafflesian Spirit of Serving th
The RI Archives & Museum, together with its student volunteers, have embarked on "The Rafflesian Album" - a collection of oral history interviews from Rafflesians from all walks of life, in prepa
What’s your story? "You don't need to return me (the money), the kindness that I've given to you, give it to another person who needs it." These were the words of Ms Wang Juat Yong to her stu
On the occasion of the launch of the 1823 Trees: Rooting for a Greener Singapore campaign in support of the OneMillionTrees movement, alum Theophilus Kwek (Class of 2012) penned the following poem tit
Launched on 5 July 2021, the RI at 200 History Series will centre around the theme "History of RI and History through RI" through stories about its artefacts, campuses, school events and people. The
No word better describes teenagehood than “transition”. Teenagehood is a period of many vast and great transitions in your child’s life. While these can be exciting and scary in equa
The Raffles Mathematical Olympiad (RMO), previously Raffles Institution Primary Mathematics World Contest (RIPMWC), started in 1996 with the aims to promote interest in Mathematics and develop problem
Following the release of the JAE posting results on 1 February 2024, all students posted to RI are to take note of the following reporting details: Date: 2 February 2024, Friday Reporting Time:&
To all incoming Year 1 students and parents, Do note that there is no need to report in person to RI on the day after the Sec 1 posting results are released. Instead, we will be holding a virtual Reg
We are thrilled and proud to be recognised by Ministry of Education as the Most Caring Hostel for the second successive year. This accolade is a strong affirmation of our boarding mentors and s
On 14 October, we concluded the year-long RI Bicentennial celebrations with the RI200 Time Capsule launch! We were honoured to welcome Minister for Education, Mr Chan Chun Sing, various partners, and
Our 12 RI swimmers who were representing Singapore in the 45th South East Asian Age Group Swimming Championships 2023 just got back from Jakarta, Indonesia. Up against the other top swimmers in
Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) bears immense significance in enhancing the lives and experiences of our students, as it serves as a catalyst for open dialogue about mental health. This year's the
Written by Tay Rayne (3L) Based on our camp theme - “Train to Bhutan”, 02 Scouts June Camp 2023 was a thrilling test of the troop’s resilience, camaraderie, and tenacity. It was a t
Last week, our Year 3-4 students worked with residents of Ang Mo Kio to organise a “Football Fiesta Carnival” for youths and children! This was part of the Gryphon’s Purpose Programm
On 28 May 2023, we celebrated our 200th Founder’s Day (FD200) at the Singapore EXPO. Themed “Honouring the Past by Inspiring the Future”, FD200 was a culmination of a series of bicen
By Arissa Binte Kamaruzaman (24A01A), Chia Kei Yin (24S03C), Jermaine Lee (24A01A), Shannen Lim En-Qi (24A01A) and Syaura Nashwa Rasyiddin (24S03R) On 8 September 2020, RI started its 1000-day cou
By Arissa Binte Kamaruzaman (24A01A), Chia Kei Yin (24S03C), Jermaine Lee (24A01A), Shannen Lim En-Qi (24A01A) and Syaura Nashwa Rasyiddin (24S03R) From his dedication to the planning of RI200 Bicen
Alumnus Wong Kin Feng, a former Student Council President, recently received the Lee Hsien Loong Award for all-rounded achievement. Alumnus Wong Kin Feng recently received the Lee Hsien Loong Award a
Micaela Toh (23S03G) participated in the 2023 Singapore Cancer Society’s (SCS) annual Interschool Competition (ISC) and came in first place! She shares with us on her journey in the competition,
RI alumnus Kek Lin Hui Lynette received the Koh Boon Hwee Scholars Award (KBHSA) for achieving all-round success at Nanyang Technological University of Singapore (NTU). She is grateful to her former R
RI alumnus Isaiah Christopher Lee received the Koh Boon Hwee Scholars Award (KBHSA) for achieving all-round success at Nanyang Technological University of Singapore (NTU). He is grateful to his former
RI alumnus Girvan Tay Yang Hong received the Koh Boon Hwee Scholars Award (KBHSA) for achieving all-round success at Nanyang Technological University of Singapore (NTU). He is grateful to his former R
Ethan Chia (1E) made his first SEA Games debut in sailing this year, where he represented Singapore. He shares with us about his sailing journey and the lessons he learned along the way. Ethan
Nicholas, Nigel and Nixon are three siblings from RI who bond over their mutual passion for a sport – badminton. Also known as the “Yap Brothers”, Nicholas and Nigel are alumni while
It is probably a common sight to see your teenager burying themselves in work, skipping meals to study and staying up to burn the midnight oil. Being in an environment that places emphasis not only on
The Year 5-6 Community Education e-Newsletter started in 2020 to share with students on Community Education and to promote, affirm and encourage students to volunteer for community projects.
It is the dreaded period of every parent’s life: parenting a teenager. The teenage period is a time of tremendous growth. It spans from when students are barely out of primary school entering s
Back to School Transitions into the new school year can be complicated for a teenager. Some may feel excited and happy, while others may feel anxious, sad and worried about the new school year. Most
At Raffles Institution Boarding (RIB), we strive to build an authentic and inclusive community while providing award-winning boarding services. We place a high priority on pastoral care to ensure that
Congratulations to our teachers, Bryan Tan, Jackson Koh, Mok Hoi Nam, Chan Jiale and their teams for their innovative and impactful projects in Teaching & Learning (T&L) and Work Processe
This is the first year that RI offers the Malay Language as one of the talent areas under Direct Schools Admissions (DSA). According to senior Malay Language teacher, Mr Sazali Sahri, Raffles Institut
On 11 August 2022, Eugene Chua Weiheng (Class of 2019) and Lau Ka Keong, Andrew (Class of 2019) were presented the President's Scholarship 2022 by President Halimah Yacob at the Istana. Mr Eugene Ch
Koay Tze Erhn from 22S06P took part in the National STEM Talent Search 2022 (NSTS), which is the new version of the A*Star Talent Search (ATS). The NSTS is a pinnacle award for students doing science
At the latest International Young Physicists Tournament held in Warsaw, Poland in July, Team Singapore emerged champions for the seventh straight year! The five-man team comprising RI students Max Tan
RI Boarding clinched two awards at the 2016 MOE Boarding Staff Retreat—1st Runner Up for the the Inter-Hostel Challenge and the Most Improved Hostel award. Congratulations!
"To me, RI is magical. Anything can happen, and everything does happen, to different, different people. And for me it' s created an amazing experience that I never really expected or imagined, and I don't regret it at all."
Hanis
"Would that I could infuse into the Institution a portion of that spirit and soul by which I would have it animated, as easily as I could endow it with lands."
Thomas Stamford Raffles
“I am glad to have met many supportive friends during my journey through the highs and lows.”
Jessie Lim
"I think my time in RI has really moulded me into a more confident and critical person. This is largely attributed to the strong academic curriculum, which has enabled me to become a lot more cognisant about the world we live in. But on a larger note, I've also learnt to value progress over immediate results."
Jordan Tan
“RI is definitely not a school which focuses only on academics. We are a close-knit community with a vibrant culture!”
Lu Mingyuan
“The school gave me the courage to take a path less travelled.”
Nadia Amir
"RI has some of the best teachers, resources and pedagogy. The people were really friendly and the school felt comfortable due to its diversity."
Thun Trakarnwichit