TKGS Crest
Uncover the meaning and symbolism behind the school crest and how its distinctive elements reflect the identity of TKGS.
Our School Crest
Deciphering the meaning and symbolism behind the school crest
Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|
Lion | Symbol of Singapore. Also signifies courage and nobility. |
Tower | Symbol of the school, a citadel of learning. |
Turtle | Symbolises the school's location in the Katong district. Tanjong Katong means "turtle point" in Malay. Katong was a species of sea turtle, which is now extinct. |
Wheel | Symbolises femininity; in olden times, women spun cloth with a spinning wheel. |
Lamp | Symbolises knowledge and intelligence. |
Wing shoe | Symbolises "sportsmanship" and "rugged society", the latter a common slogan in the early years of Singapore's nationhood. It expresses an ideal that citizens should be rugged both physically and mentally, having the tenacity of mental strength to overcome daunting obstacles. |