Academic Achievement

2025

NIE Mathematics Challenge

The NIE Mathematics Challenge is an annual competition organised by the National Institute of Education, designed to stretch mathematical thinking through non-routine problems that go beyond the school curriculum. The challenge encourages creativity, logical reasoning, and perseverance in problem-solving. Several of our students rose to this challenge, with a number achieving High Distinction and Distinction Awards.

Well done Canberrans, for your exceptional mathematical prowess. To all our budding mathematicians: don't shy away from challenging problems that seem impossible at first glance. Every complex equation you tackle, every creative solution you discover, strengthens your analytical thinking. Mathematics is not just about getting the right answer—it's about developing the resilience to keep trying when the path isn't clear.

Singapore Junior Chemistry Olympiad (SJChO) 2025

More than 2000 students from over 80 secondary schools across Singapore participated in the Singapore Junior Chemistry Olympiad (SJChO), organized by the Singapore National Institute of Chemistry (SNIC). This prestigious competition challenges students' chemistry knowledge and skills while promoting excitement in learning and identifying young Chemistry talents.

Our representatives, Ramesh Hrithik and Zhang Duoduo from 4 Empathy, distinguished themselves by advancing to Round 2. Hrithik secured the Bronze Award while Duoduo earned the Merit Award—achievements that reflect their dedication to scientific excellence. Hrithik was also invited to the Award Ceremony held at MOE Building to receive his Bronze Award. Well done, Hrithik and Duoduo!

Junior Chef Culinary Competition

At Republic Polytechnic's Junior Chef Culinary Competition, finalists from top schools showcased their culinary artistry. Xanneth and Afie from Sec 3 Respect proudly represented Canberra Secondary, crafting their innovative take on the Awesome Pedas burger. While they didn't place in the top three, these aspiring chefs gained invaluable experience working in an industrial-standard kitchen. We applaud their creativity and determination in this competitive culinary arena.

Xanneth and Afie show us that every experience is a stepping stone to growth. To all Canberrans with creative passions: pursue what excites you, even if the outcome is uncertain. Whether it's cooking, art, music, or any other pursuit, the courage to try and the willingness to learn matter more than winning. Your creativity and determination today build the foundation for tomorrow's success.

The National Schools Literature Festival (NSLF)

The National Schools Literature Festival provides a vibrant platform for developing students' passion for literature, collaboratively organized by educators with support from the Ministry of Education, National Institute of Education, National Arts Council and Singapore Book Council.

Our budding writers and literature enthusiasts embraced this opportunity with gusto. Canberrans submitted Flash Fictions exploring the theme "60", while our lower secondary cohort created compelling Book Trailers and Upper Secondary Literature students engaged in spirited Unseen Debates. We honor all participants for their literary passion and creative expression!

2023

School Green Awards 2023 (SGA)

The Singapore Green Plan 2030 is a nationwide sustainability movement which aims to rally coordinated efforts to tackle climate change. It is jointly led by the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of National Development, the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment, the Ministry of Trade and Industry and the Ministry of Transport. There are 5 main pillars under the Green Plan which outline ambitious and concrete sustainability targets to be achieved by 2030. The SGA supports the Green Plan by encouraging participating schools to align their environmental projects with these pillars. Through this, youths can make positive contributions to the national agenda on sustainable development.

5 key pillars in the Singapore Green Plan

City in Nature – Biodiversity and Greenery
Sustainable Living – Saving Resources
Energy Reset
Green Economy
Resilient Future

The school's initiatives addressing various environmental aspects on campus were acknowledged and honored with the prestigious Vanda Miss Joaquim Award.

Recently, two groups of students participated in 2023 Reading Ambassadors programme (2023 年超级阅读明星比赛) organised by Committee to promote Chinese Language Learning (CPCLL) . The teams of students are required to read books, create their own script, and do a video recording of their script.

We are proud to share that the teams have won both first and second prizes!

First prize: 2 Diligence - Joan, Jie Qi, Cassandra & Wee Ch-yen

Second prize: 2 Resilience - Kaelyn, Zhao Han, Lewis, Yang Yi & Xuettong

Two groups of CL students attended an award ceremony at Xinmin Secondary School to celebrate their success in this year’s Create Your Own Newspaper Competition. They were awarded with the top prizes for both lower and upper secondary categories.

We are thrilled to announce that our talented students have emerged as the CHAMPIONS of the Science Buskers Festival!

The Science Department takes pride in our Talent Development Program. The programme identifies and nurtures young minds with a passion for science, providing them with advanced challenges, mentorship, and opportunities to participate in research projects while instilling the values found in scientists. Through this programme, we also aim to develop each Canberran’s communication skills through expressions of science in a creative manner.

Our Secondary 1 and 2 students recently participated in the latest Science Buskers Festival; an annual competition organised by the Science Centre Singapore. This year, the competition was held physically at the Science Centre Singapore with nearly 400 participating teams across Singapore schools including Tertiary Institutions. At the competition, the participants did a "show-and-tell" on any science topic in creative and engaging manners.

We are pleased to share that two teams from Canberra Secondary School emerged as finalists!

Team Name	Name	Class
Combustible Spades	Hiremath Shambulinga Muhammad Zhorif Shiddiq Bin Muhammad Zaidi Song Zhi Yong, Aloysius	2 Empathy
Killipe	Khashifa Mu'azah Binte Mohamed Nurazimi Raja Kieran Phillipe Bin Rajah Kamarul Zaman	2 Empathy

The finalists did their busking live to both judges and the general public, on 28 and 29 October 2023 (Saturday and Sunday), from 9 am to 5 pm, at Seng Kang Grand Mall; and we are delighted to share that the finals of the Science Buskers Festival Competition was a remarkable success. With 50 teams representing primary schools, secondary schools, and tertiary institutions from across Singapore, the event was a true celebration of scientific enthusiasm and creativity.

Both teams demonstrated exceptional dedication in their preparation, impressing both judges and the audience with their innovative and engaging performances. After two intense days of competition, our school's "Killipe" team emerged as CHAMPION in the secondary schools’ category. The Science Buskers Competition serves as a crucial platform for igniting a passion for science and honing effective communication skills. We take pride in representing our school at this event, and we believe this accomplishment will inspire more students to engage in science-related activities and initiatives.

Two of our Secondary 1 student represented the school at the Bulky Waste to Wonder Competition 2023 award ceremony and exhibition held at the National Gallery of Singapore. Their designs have won the top awards based on creativity, functionality, and sustainability.

We are very delighted to share that one of our alumni, Muhammad Cairel Bin Razali from 5N2 (Class of 2015), graduated from ITE as one of the top graduates in 2023.

Cairel was conferred the Singapore Business Federation (SBF) Gold Medal at the ITE Graduation Ceremony 2023. The SBF Gold Medal is awarded to a top graduate of the Technical Engineering Diploma/Technical Diploma Programme for outstanding course performance. He was also Valedictorian of the Class of 2023.

Cairel will be pursuing a Master's in Culinary Leadership and Innovation at Institut Lyfe, in France.