Operations & Security

SECURITY

GATE OPENING TIMES IN THE MORNING & AFTERNOON DISMISSAL

EMERGENCY EVACUATION PLAN

In an emergency all present in school must quickly move to the Evacuation Assembly Area at the Soccer Field, or as directed.

School Security & Safety Measures

1.        Only students in school uniform will be allowed into the school premises.

2.        All students would be dismissed via Gate C, D (Facing block 660) or gate F (Facing block 662). Students taking public transport are to leave via Gate C or D to the bus-stop using the covered link-way between blocks 660 and 661.

3.        The school side Gates C, D & F are strictly for students and staff. All visitors and parents are to come in by the main entrance via Gate B where the Security Post is situated. They are to obtain clearance from the Security Officers.

4.        Parents are only allowed to drive into school to drop off their children between 6.45 am and 7.30 am. They are to alight their children at the front porch and drive off immediately. No cars are to be parked under the porch. If parents are to drop and/or pick their children outside NPS, they are advised to park at the designated HDB parking lots. Parents should not stop or park indiscriminately along the service road leading to the school or at the HDB car parks. Such actions can lead to unnecessary traffic congestion and pose safety issues to our students especially during school peak hours. Cooperation from parents is much appreciated.

5.        Parents who wish to fetch their child after school dismissal, are to do so by waiting for their child at block 660 or 662.  Please do not wait at Gates B, C, D & F as this will hinder the free movement of staff and students. The Security Officers have been instructed to request for parents to move away from Gate B, C, D & F.

6.        Students are not allowed to go out of the school compound to have their lunch if they have activities after school. Students are only allowed to go home to have their lunch with their parents if they have obtained an EXIT PASS from their Form teachers to leave school. Parents who need to hand over food to their child are to arrange with their child to pick it up from Gate B

7.        Parents will not be allowed to enter the school premises to perform any form of chores such as feeding, washing, etc for the children. NPS believes that it is best to let the child manage this on his or her own. This includes not staying back in the canteen to observe your child eating. Should there be a specific need to remain in school to be with the student, parents are to make the special request through the Form teacher.

8.        Parents are reminded to refrain from delivering non-critical items e.g water bottles, crayons, files, homework etc to their children. We would like students to learn to be self-reliant. We hope that parents will work closely with the school to help our students to learn to be independent and responsible.

9.        Visitors and parents coming into school for official business are required to scan their NRIC or Driving License for a Security Pass at the Security Post located between Gates A & B. The Security Pass issued is to be displayed prominently at all times for identification purpose. Anyone found not displaying the Security Pass will be asked to leave the school premises immediately. Domestic helpers who are assigned to fetch students are required to have a photo-copied Work Permit to exchange for a Security Pass into NPS (eg unwell child).

10.        The operating hours of the General Office are from 8.00 am to 5.00 pm, Mon to Friday and as such the Security Officers would only allow visitors to enter the school premises from 8.00 am onwards. If parents need to consult their child’s teacher regarding his / her class work and homework, they are to call the school or teacher to make a prior appointment. The teacher will call back to attend to concerned parents’ queries and meeting appointment.

11.        The School Bookshop would be opened to serve the staff and students. It will be closed to parents from 8.30 am to 1.55 pm. Parents could visit the NPS Bookshop between 2.00 pm and 4.30 pm on school days. Parents are to register at the Security Post to exchange for a Security Pass B to enter the school to the bookshop. Parents are not allowed to remain in school after visiting the bookshop.

12.        These above measures are taken to address the well-being, safety, and security of NPS students and staff. Support and cooperation from parents are deeply appreciated. For clarifications, please call 67598884 or email us.

ROAD SAFETY

Please remind your children to observe all traffic rules and regulations. They must only cross at designated road crossing areas, and note the safe walking routes to school.

ROAD SAFETY VIDEOS

These videos which were produced by LTA will share road safety advisories such as the importance of;

1.         Distracted Crossing ↗ (opens in new tab)

2.        Do Not Jaywalk & Use Designated Crossing ↗ (opens in new tab)

3.        Dropping Off & Picking Up at Designated Points ↗ (opens in new tab)

4.        Keeping Within Speed Limit in School Zone, and ↗ (opens in new tab)

5.        Obeying Traffic Marshals ↗ (opens in new tab)

SAFETY AT ROAD CROSSING - WALKING

1. All students are to adhere to the kerb-drill. They are required to STOP,    

LOOK RIGHT, LOOK LEFT & LOOK RIGHT again before crossing any road.

2. Students are required to make use of all available safety routes such as footpath, pedestrian crossings, overhead bridges & traffic light crossing during any walk.

3. Dangerous corners and intersections should be avoided as far as possible.

4. Care should be taken when crossing in front of and/or behind parked vehicles as student’s vision might be affected.

5. Students are to obey traffic instructions given by the Staff, Security Officers, School Crossing Wardens, and Police.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON SCHOOL SECURITY

1. Why is there a need for School Security?

a. To screen visitors and prevent unauthorized entry.

b. To prevent unauthorized removal of school property.

c. To prevent unauthorized parking.

d. To safe-guard school property

e. To protect our students and staff.

f. To prevent unauthorized smuggling of illegal / explosive materials.

2. Why is there a need to scan the NRIC / or other identification documents upon entry to school?

NRIC is used to scan and returned before a Security Pass is issued. The NRIC or other documents with the person’s photograph and address is required for verification and record purposes. In the event of any incidents, Police would be able to trace visitors for investigation purposes.

3. Why is there a need to display the Security Pass prominently?

Staff and teachers have been briefed to look out for strangers walking around the school premises without a Security Pass. If the Pass is not displayed prominently teachers would be alarmed unnecessarily thinking that this person is an intruder. Different Visitors have difference Passes. Only those with Contractors Pass / would be allowed to enter rooms to carry out works.

4. Would parents be allowed into the school?

Parents will follow the same procedure as all Visitors. They will be directed to the General Office or the place they intent to go. They will be advised by the Security Officer not to loiter in the school compound. They must wait for direction from the General Office.

5. Would parents be allowed to wait inside the school to fetch their children home?

Parents would not be allowed to wait inside school for their children. If one parent is allowed every parent would want to do the same and thus adding to the congestion during dismissal. This would mean compromising on safety. Parents who wish to fetch their child after school dismissal are to do so by waiting for their child at the HDB blocks located opposite the school gates. Please do not wait at the school gate or at the Security Post as it would hinder the free movement of staff and students.

6. From what time onwards would visitors be allowed to enter the school?

Since the General Office operating time is from 0800 to 1700 hrs, Monday to Friday, Visitors would only be allowed to enter the school premises between 0800 & 1700 hrs.

7. Are parents allowed to drive into School to drop or pick up their child?

Parents would be allowed to drive in, drop off at the main porch between 0645 and 0730 hrs. Cars would not be allowed to park or remain under the porch after dropping off the children.

8. Would Domestic Helpers be allowed to enter School to hand over books etc to my child?

Domestic Helpers would be allowed into the school just like any other visitors. However, they must produce their Work Permit (or photocopy of their Work Permit) for identification and record purposes.

9. Would parents be allowed to drive into school to pick up sick / injured child?

Parents would be allowed to drive into school to fetch sick/ injured child. Please Inform the Security Officers the reason for driving into school. The parent would be allowed to park at the porch (White Visitor’s Lot) to proceed to the General Office to fetch their child. Parents are to leave immediately after picking up their child.

10. Are the Security Officers empowered to conduct checks on handbags and other goods of staff, pupils, parents, and visitors prior to entry or leaving the school premises?

One aspect of the Security Officers job is to prevent the smuggling in of illegal goods and explosive materials. In this respect they are empowered to conduct checks for such items and to check and ensure that no school items are taken away by staff, students, parents, or visitors.

11.         Are the school Security Officers empowered to carry out checks on vehicles entering and leaving the school?

They are empowered to carry out checks for illegal items and explosive material on vehicles entering or leaving the school. They are also to check and ensure that personnel taking out any school property are authorized to do so. The details of such personnel will be recorded in the Security Officers’ Occurrence Book.

12.          As a parent am I allowed to enter the school to purchase food from the canteen?

Parents would not be allowed to enter school to purchase food from the school canteen. Canteen food is meant for staff and students only. The canteen vendors have been briefed not to sell food to parents or visitors.

13.          Since I am a Parent Support Group (PSG) Member would I have to book in at the Security Post

All PSG members are to book in at the Security Post where they will be issued with a PV Pass. You are to display your PV Pass prominently at all times. You would only be allowed entry if you are on duty or have official business in school. If you are not on duty, you will be treated as any other parent.

14.          What are the other Security issues that the school must ensure?

The safety of our student in school is the primary concern of all staff and teachers. The following measures are for implementation in school.

1. All visitors to the school, including parents and guardians, must first report to the Security Post.

2. Teachers and Staff will be reminded to redirect all parents / guardians or visitors found at other locations, to the General Office.

3. Students will not be allowed to leave or be taken out of the school premises (even if accompanied by parents / guardians) unless permission was granted by the Principal / Vice- Principal, or in their absence, the HOD.

4. The school will ask for the NRIC or other official documents for the purpose

of recording the particulars including the NRIC number(s) of the person(s) taking the student out of the school premises.

5. The Class Chairperson will be briefed to report to the office or any teacher if there are any visitors or strangers in the class.

6. Students will be reminded to be wary of strangers during assemblies and school activities.

7. Students, teachers, staff and canteen vendors will be briefed to report strangers to the General Office immediately.

15.          How many hours of work can a Security Officer perform per day?

A Security Officer is only allowed to work a total of 12 hours a day. Security Officers are allowed to work beyond 12 hours and up to a maximum of 14 hours per day if the Security Company notify MOM and receive confirmation in writing from MOM.