About Aphelion
Aphelion is also known as the point furthest from the sun in the orbit of a planet or a comet.
Aphelion Consortium aims to provide an environment where our students can stretch themselves to their fullest and their best, initiating useful innovations and pursuing greater personal development.
Motto
Building Bridges, Realizing Dreams
There are many bridges to build in life: family, friends, schoolmates, future working colleagues and personal networks. There are also bridges to future education, personal targets and goals and life's ambition and career. Aphelion students will be challenged and continuously reminded through their motto, Building Bridges, Realizing Dreams, to constantly build bridges in their lives so as to realize and experience the fulfillment of their dreams and to maximize their personal potential to the fullest.
Objectives
1. To pool resources, in terms of time and expertise, of teachers and parents so as to provide new educational opportunities and experiences for our students to enlarge their capacities.
2. To complement our educational approach with the holistic development of strong character and sound values, which will take our students through challenges in life.
3. To instill self-discipline, personal drive and intrinsic motivation to excel in our students.
4. To prepare our students to be effective leaders both in school and society.
The Aphelion Model
Building a Holistic Culture for Teachers and Students
This model represents an integrated framework designed to foster a vibrant and inclusive environment for both teachers and students. Anchored by the institution's mission, vision, and values, it emphasizes three interconnected cultures that drive personal and professional growth, excellence, and well-being for all stakeholders.
Holistic Outcomes for Teachers and Students
This model fosters a synergistic relationship between teachers and students, emphasizing mutual growth and support. Teachers are empowered to lead with innovation and compassion, while students are equipped with the skills, mindset, and resilience to succeed in academics and life. Together, they embody the ethos of being Active, Bright, and Caring contributors to their school and society.
By prioritizing the professional growth of teachers and the holistic development of students, this framework ensures that the learning environment is future-ready, emotionally supportive, and committed to excellence for all.
Terms of Office of Heads of Aphelion
1. Dr. Jason Wong: 2000 - 2004
2. Mrs Ke Ee Kian: 2004 - 2011
3. Dr. Chew Tyng Yong: 2011 - Present