What Grace Orchard School does

Grace Orchard School (GOS) is a Singapore government-funded Special Education (SPED) school established in 2002, operating as an initiative of True Grace Presbyterian Church and Providence Presbyterian Church under the umbrella of Presbyterian Community Social Services. The school serves students aged 7-18 diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID), some of whom also have Mild Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), delivering structured academic instruction alongside vocational preparation, therapeutic interventions, daily living skills training, aesthetics, physical education, character and citizenship education, and co-curricular activities including the award-winning circus arts programme RECCA and the school-wide positive behaviour support system G2GO.

The school's product surface is a platform-plus-programmes model. The core is the MID Educational Programme supported by Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Individual Transition Plans (ITPs), delivered through the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework across Junior Functional and Senior Functional English, Mathematics, Science, Technology/ICT, Aesthetics, PE, and Daily Living Skills modules. Sub-products include the Vocational Education Programme (for ages 13-18, covering horticulture, housekeeping, food preparation, baking, retail), the 4-tiered Student Leadership Development Programme, the Milestone outdoor education progression with Outward Bound Singapore, the signature STEM@GOS programme, and Allied Professional Services (Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy, Social Work, Psychology). A tiered Case Management System (Tiers 1-3) coordinates data-based decision-making between teachers, allied professionals, and parents.

The business model is primarily government-funded under the Singapore MOE SPED framework, with secondary revenue from parent-paid school fees billed termly via Edusave/PSEA or GIRO, supplemented by a Financial Assistance Scheme. A Financial Report (year ending 31 March 2023) is published on the website, though specific revenue figures are not disclosed in the public materials reviewed. Admissions flow through the official MOE SPED School Application Form, with Singapore Citizens receiving absolute priority. Ancillary commercial arrangements — bus transport via Lucky Go Services, canteen operations by Chang Cheng Mee Wah Food Ind and Gopi-O-Café, and uniform supply via Jeep Sing Fashion — are vendor relationships rather than revenue lines.

Name

Grace Orchard School

Legal name

Grace Orchard School

Website

https://go.edu.sg

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Grace Orchard School is a Singapore government-funded SPED school serving students aged 7-18 with Mild Intellectual Disability and Mild Autism Spectrum Disorder, delivering academic, vocational, therapeutic, and behavioural programmes on a single West Coast Road campus under Presbyterian Community Social Services.

Ownership category

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Product category

Special Education Services

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Schools & Life Skills Programs (EDAKAAAD)

Keywords

• Special education school
• Vocational training programme
• Intellectual disability education
• School-wide positive behaviour support
• Allied therapeutic services

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. MOE Government Funding: As a government-funded Special Education (SPED) school, Grace Orchard School operates under the umbrella of Presbyterian Community Social Services and receives primary funding from the Ministry of Education (MOE). This covers operational costs, staff salaries, and educational programmes.
2. Student School Fees: Monthly school fees are paid by parents/guardians through Edusave/PSEA accounts or GIRO on a termly basis. New students pay cash for the first month while awaiting GIRO arrangement. A Financial Assistance Scheme is also available for families facing financial difficulties.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Grace Orchard School is a government-funded Special Education (SPED) school in Singapore that delivers a comprehensive educational programme for students aged 7–18 diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and Mild Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The offering combines structured academic instruction (English, Mathematics, Science, ICT), vocational education with real-world work experience placements, therapeutic interventions (occupational therapy, speech therapy, psychology, social work), daily living skills training, co-curricular activities, and a school-wide positive behaviour support programme (G2GO) — all delivered on a single campus.

Product overview

Grace Orchard School is a Singapore special education (SPED) school providing a comprehensive educational programme for students aged 7 to 18 with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The core offering is the MID Educational Programme, which serves as the foundation for all student development. The school operates a platform-plus-programmes model, with the core educational programme supplemented by distinct offerings including the Vocational Education Programme (for students aged 13-18), Allied Professional Services (Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Social Work, Psychology), and specialized behavioural support through the Good Game Grace Orchard (G2GO) school-wide positive behaviour support programme. The curriculum encompasses core academic modules (English, Mathematics, Science, Technology/ICT, Aesthetics, PE, CCE, Daily Living Skills) delivered through the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework, enhanced by the STEM@GOS programme, Student Leadership Development (4-tiered), Milestone Programmes (outdoor education), and a diverse CCA programme including award-winning circus arts (RECCA). The school maintains tiered support systems (Tier 1, 2, 3) with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Individual Transition Plans (ITPs) for each student.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• G2GO (The Good Game, Grace Orchard): School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) programme that builds positive behaviours in students through teaching, reinforcing expected behaviours, and gamification using hero chops and quest cards.
• RECA (Reaching Excellence Through Circus Arts)
• STEM@GOS

Products and services

• Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) Educational Programme The primary educational programme serving students aged 7 to 18 diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and co-occurring Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The programme follows a structured curriculum with tiered support (Tier 1, 2, 3) and includes Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Individual Transition Plans (ITPs) for every student.
• Vocational Education Programme
• Allied Professional Services In-school allied health and support services for students with MID/ASD, comprising Occupational Therapy (assessment, intervention, sensory processing, motor skills), Speech & Language Therapy (communication difficulties intervention), Social Work (financial assistance, family support, child protection), and Psychology (psychometric assessments, interventions, IEP/ITP support).
• Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) Programme CCA programme including Clubs & Uniform Groups (Multimedia Club, Visual Arts, Boys' Brigade, Girls' Brigade), Performing Groups (Bambajam, Choir, Dance, Handchimes, Music Ensemble, RECCA), and Sports (Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Soccer, Swimming). Delivered after school hours to develop student interests, talents, and social skills.
• Milestone Programmes (Outdoor Education) Progressive outdoor experience programmes for students aged 12–18, including 12-year-old camp (Building Independence I), 13-year-old camp (Building Independence II), 14-year-old camp (3D2N with OBS East Coast Campsite), 15-year-old camp (3D2N with OBS Pulau Ubin Campsite), and a 16–18 year-old overseas trip, designed to develop independence, resilience, and character.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students aged 13–18 receive structured vocational education including work experience, soft skills training, and basic vocational skills rotation across horticulture, housekeeping, food preparation, baking, cleaning, and retail.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• True Grace Presbyterian Church and Providence Presbyterian ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGrace Orchard School is an initiative of True Grace Presbyterian Church and Providence Presbyterian Church, operating under the umbrella of Presbyterian Community Social Services. These founding churches provide institutional backing and alignment with the school's mission to shape special lives for significance.
• Presbyterian Community Social ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGOS operates under the umbrella of Presbyterian Community Social Services, which provides organisational oversight and support for the school's social mission and community integration.
• Giving Partners (Corporate and University Groups)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate and university groups that dedicate time, talent, resources, and networks to enrich the learning and well-being of GOS students. They support diverse school activities and programmes on a regular basis.
• Work Experience PartnersmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners who provide invaluable opportunities for students to experience work in real-world settings. For one day a week over a school semester (approx. 16 to 20 weeks), partners offer their space and expertise, working closely with Vocational Coaches to provide learning avenues for students.
• Collaborative Partners (School Partners, Statutory Boards, Social Service Agencies)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners who co-create inclusive and meaningful opportunities for students. They act as vital bridges, connecting the school with volunteers, agencies, and avenues to broaden impact. Includes school partners, statutory boards, social service agencies, and likeminded organisations.
• Lucky Go ServicesminorOthersPrivate commercial bus transport company providing daily school bus services for GOS students across three clusters: Clementi/Teban/Ghim Moh; Jurong West/Jurong East/Boon Lay/Taman Jurong/Bukit Batok/Choa Chu Kang/Bukit Panjang; and Redhill/Woodlands/Marsiling. Contact: Mr Lee at 86880232.
• Chang Cheng Mee Wah Food Ind Pte LtdminorOthersHalal-certified food stall operator in the school canteen (operating 9am–4pm Mon–Fri) and the official food vendor for GOS operating the AMI BOX School concept. Parents can download the AMIAPP to access food ordering.
• Gopi-O-CaféminorOthersHalal-certified food stall in the school canteen operating from 1pm–3:30pm, 4 days a week. Also serves as a vocational training site — the school-run café 'Gopi-O' was set up in 2011 for student vocational training.
• Outward Bound Singapore (OBS)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOBS partners with GOS for milestone camps: 14-year-old students attend a 3-day-2-night residential camp at OBS East Coast Campsite, and 15-year-old students attend a 3-day-2-night camp at OBS Pulau Ubin Campsite, as part of the school's progressive milestone programme.
• Fins AquaticsminorOthersSwimming coach/training provider for the GOS Swimming CCA, responsible for training and honing swimmers' skills in different swimming techniques.
• Rulang Primary SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMainstream school partner with whom GOS students collaborated in Dance CCA (practiced and danced alongside Rulang students), and in Badminton Play Inclusive 2019 competition.
• Yuan Ching Secondary SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMainstream school partner that partnered with GOS Soccer teams for Play Inclusive 2019 competitions, where teams clinched 2nd position for Under 15 and 3rd position for 16 and above.
• Jurong Secondary SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner school whose CCA group (ACSian Theatre) collaborated with GOS for the school's 10th Anniversary theatre production 'Adventures in Oz' in 2011.
• Swiss Cottage SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational school partner with whom GOS soccer students had a training session, providing cross-cultural learning and exchange for students.
• ASEAN Para Sports and Special Olympics SingaporemajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-organisers of the Play Inclusive competitions in which GOS students participate alongside mainstream school students, promoting inclusion through sports.
• Individual VolunteersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerIndividual volunteers who contribute to school CCA activities, school events, reading programme, and support teachers in school (ad hoc outings, swimming lessons, learning journeys). Registered via linktr.ee/graceorchard.
• Jeep Sing FashionminorOthersOfficial school uniform supplier for GOS. Sells uniforms at Blk 4012 Ang Mo Kio Ave 10 retail outlet and online at www.jeepsinguniform.com. Walk-in purchases are strictly by appointment only.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Association for Persons with Special Needs (APSN): Singapore non-profit operating multiple SPED schools and adult programmes for students with mild intellectual disability, similar to GOS's primary MID population. Direct peer sharing the same MOE SPED funding framework, IEP/ITP-driven model, and vocational outcomes focus.
• Eden School: Singapore government-funded SPED school dedicated to students with autism spectrum disorder aged 7–18. Direct peer given overlap in co-occurring mild ASD population served by GOS, identical MOE funding model, and shared emphasis on vocational and life-skills outcomes.
• MINDS (Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore): Long-established Singapore non-profit serving the intellectually disabled community through schools, day activity centres, and employment support. Direct peer to GOS given overlapping MID population, government funding model, and integrated therapy-plus-education delivery.
• Rainbow Centre: Singapore non-profit operating SPED schools (e.g., Margaret Drive School, Yishun Park School) for students with autism and other developmental needs. Direct peer sharing GOS's case management tier system, IEP approach, and MOE-aided SPED framework.
• Pathlight School: Singapore government-funded SPED school that is the country's first autism-focused special education institution. Direct peer to GOS as both are MOE-aided SPED schools delivering structured curricula, vocational preparation, and therapy integration for students with special needs within a single Singapore SPED ecosystem.
• Metta School: Singapore SPED school under the Metta Welfare Association that serves students with mild intellectual disability and autism aged 7–18. Direct peer sharing GOS's age range, SPED curriculum, vocational training emphasis, and faith-affiliated non-profit governance structure.
• St Andrew's Mission School (SAMP) / St Andrew's Autism School: Singapore SPED schools under St Andrew's Mission Hospital serving students with intellectual disability and autism respectively. Direct peer sharing GOS's faith-affiliated non-profit sponsorship structure, MOE funding reliance, and emphasis on structured behaviour support.
• AWWA School: Singapore AWWA-operated SPED school serving students with mild intellectual disability and supporting multi-disciplinary allied professional services. Direct peer to GOS given similar MID population, integrated therapy model, and Singapore SPED funding framework.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/grace-orchard-school

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Number of profiles

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