Montfort Junior School to Transition to Coeducation by 2028
Montfort Junior School to take in girls from 2028
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Montfort Junior School in Singapore will accept female students starting in 2028, coinciding with the graduation of its first female cohort from Primary 1. This decision reflects changing societal norms and aims to create a more inclusive educational environment, according to St Gabriel’s Foundation chairman Lim Boon Heng.
- 01Montfort Junior School will become coeducational in 2028.
- 02The first female students will be admitted from the 2027 Primary 1 registration.
- 03This change is part of a broader trend towards inclusivity in education in Singapore.
- 04Discussions about coeducation began in 2019, considering both alumni sentiments and current societal needs.
- 05Other schools, including Maris Stella High School and Anglo-Chinese School, are also transitioning to coeducation.
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Montfort Junior School, located in Hougang, Singapore, will transition to coeducation starting in 2028, allowing female students to enroll alongside male students. This decision, announced by Lim Boon Heng, chairman of St Gabriel’s Foundation, aligns with modern educational practices and reflects the changing demographics of Singapore. The first group of girls will be admitted through the 2027 Primary 1 registration, with priority given to younger sisters of current students and daughters of alumni. Lim emphasized that the segregation of genders in education is outdated, stating, 'Segregating boys and girls is actually an artificial means of conducting education.' The move aims to accommodate the preferences of young parents who increasingly favor coeducational settings for logistical convenience. Montfort Junior School has a history of discussions regarding coeducation, dating back to 2019, and will serve as a model for other schools under the foundation, including St Gabriel's schools, which are also considering similar changes. Lim acknowledged that while some alumni may feel nostalgic about the school's all-boys status, many recognize the practical benefits of this decision.
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This change will provide more educational opportunities for girls in Singapore and reflect modern family dynamics, making it easier for parents with children of different genders.
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