Guide To Top International Schools In Singapore For Primary And Secondary School

GESS - INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (International School In Singapore - Preschool - Grade 12)

GESS is a not-for-profit international school where every child gets the freedom to grow through tailored academic and talent support within a caring community. GESS offers two main curricula: the International Baccalaureate (IB) program and the German Curriculum. The school caters to students of all ages, starting at 2 years all the way to graduation at 18 years. In August 2018, GESS moved to a new purpose-built campus with brand new facilities at Dairy Farm Lane. In 2021 GESS is celebrating its 50th anniversary.

GESS - International School, 2 Dairy Farm Lane, Singapore 677621, +65 6914 7100, www.gess.sg

What is the curriculum?  IB Cert, IBDP, German Abitur

Applying:  Click here to apply

DULWICH COLLEGE (International School In Singapore Ages 2-18)

Dulwich College (Singapore) is an international school for students aged 2-18 years with a British independent school ethos. It draws upon 400 years of excellence, innovation, tradition and values of the founding school in London. Dulwich has a global outlook and contemporary approach, reflecting the diversity of its 2600 students from more than 50 nationalities. Rewarding co-curricular programs complement the College's holistic education. Students at Dulwich College (Singapore) are encouraged in sports, music, drama and public speaking from an early age, with students using the 742-seat Alleyn Theatre daily for assemblies, performances and much more. The College offers a dual-language program in English and Mandarin for students aged two to seven years and daily Mandarin classes in Junior School. Additionally, modern foreign languages are offered in the Senior School. The network of teachers and students enjoys an ongoing and robust partnership with Dulwich College in London.

Dulwich College (Singapore), 71 Bukit Batok West Avenue 8, Singapore, 658966, +65 6890 1003, admissions.singapore@dulwich.org, www.singapore.dulwich.org

STAMFORD AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (International School In Singapore - 2 months to 18 years)

Home to more than 75 nationalities and a leading international school in Singapore, Stamford American International School provides the best start in life for children aged 2 months to 18 years. Inspiring students to create their unique future, they take a personalized approach in a caring, supportive and inclusive academic environment. Offering a holistic education, Stamford students get to graduate with a US-accredited High School Diploma, and either the IB Diploma, Advanced Placement (AP) credits, BTEC Diploma or a combination. It is the first and only school in Singapore to offer such an option.

The two campuses feature state-of-the-art technology and facilities, while the curriculum supports a student-centered approach in which teaching for knowledge is paired with an emphasis on the development of the whole person. At the core of the academic program is the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, built into the framework of the rigorous American Education Reaches Out (AERO) standard.

Stamford American International School, 1 Woodleigh Lane (Off Upper Serangoon Road), Singapore 357684, +65 6602 7247, admissions@sais.edu.sg, www.sais.edu.sg

What is the curriculum? IB DP, AP, BTEC and US High School curriculum

Applying:  Virtual Open House, Live Virtual Tour

XCL AMERICAN ACADEMY: Yishun

XCL American Academy is the newest international school in Singapore, offering high-quality, rigorous, and accessible American education for children aged 2 – 14.

XCL American Academy strives to inspire the next generation of pioneers and empower them to leave a positive mark on our ever-changing world. Through their mission to harness, guide and ignite the ‘Pioneering Spirit’ in every student, they encourage a challenger mindset aimed to fulfill each student's potential while embracing the core American values of respect, honor, and courage.

XCL World Academy, 2 Yishun Street 42, Singapore 768039, +65 6850 5131, admissions@xaa.edu.sg, www.xaa.edu.sg

What is the curriculum? American Curriculum (based on the rigorous AERO Curriculum guidelines and the US Common Core standards).

Applying:  Click here to apply

XCL WORLD ACADEMY (International School In Singapore - Nursery - Grade 12)

XCL World Academy (formerly known as GEMS World Academy) is a family-orientated international school in Singapore for students aged 2 to 18, offering a personalised and well-rounded international education comprising four International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes that stretch beyond traditional academic subjects to embrace the arts, music, drama, design, innovative technologies and sport. The school offers a rigorous and balanced programme of education to equip children with academic and lifelong learning skills, prepare them for further education and careers, and help them to navigate the opportunities and challenges they will encounter in their lives.

To prepare students for an increasingly global world, XCL World Academy prizes diversity and is proud to host students from over 60 nationalities, with no one dominant culture or background. All this makes XCL World Academy a truly international school that prepares students to stay a few steps ahead of the future.

XCL World Academy, 2 Yishun Street 42, Singapore 768039, +65 6808 7300, admissions@xwa.edu.sg, www.xwa.edu.sg

What is the curriculum? International Baccalaureate (IB) certified study in the Primary, Middle, career-related and Diploma Programs (PYP, MYP, CP and DP).

Applying:  Click here to apply

WHITE LODGE INTERNATIONAL PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE SINGAPORE (18 months - 6 years)

White Lodge, 8 locations in Bukit Timah, Toa Payoh, West Coast, Grandeur Park, Phoenix Park, East Coast, Upper East Coast and River Valley, +65 6255 4230, admin@whitelodge.edu.sg, www.whitelodge.com.sg

What is the curriculum? It's adopted from principles of High Scope, Reggio Emilia and Howard Gardner.

Applying: click here to apply

AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SINGAPORE (International School in Singapore - ages 2 months to 18)

The Australian International School (AIS) is committed to a holistic education that cherishes the arts and sports alongside academic subjects. It also believes in teaching students to make the world a better place as reflective, caring, knowledgeable and principled people. Each child is special, each is important. AIS is non-selective in their admissions policy, confident that it is not intellectual ability alone that determines an individual’s worth or contribution to the advancement of the world.

Australian International School, 1 Lorong Chuan Singapore 556 818, +65 6517 0247, admissions@ais.com.sg, https://www.ais.com.sg/

What is the curriculum? International Baccalaureate Diploma or the Australian Higher School Certificate leading into IGCSE's

Applying:  Click here to apply

CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (CIS) (International School In Singapore - Ages 2 to 18)

Established over 30 years ago, Canadian International School (CIS) has over 3,000 students from 70 nations enrolled across two campuses: Lakeside (for students aged two to 18 years old) and Tanjong Katong (for students aged three to 12 years old).

CIS is one of the few international schools in Singapore to offer all three International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes, from Primary Years through to the Diploma Program. Their concept-based curriculum, benchmarked against national curricula globally, promotes in-depth thinking, understanding and the application of knowledge.

Linguistic diversity and bilingualism is a focus at CIS, and whether it is through daily language acquisition classes or the school’s French-English or Chinese-English bilingual programmes, students are immersed in the culture and acquisition of language.

Canadian International School (CIS) Lakeside Campus, 7 Jurong West Street 41, Singapore 649414, +65 6467 1732, admissions@cis.edu.sg, www.cis.edu.sg

Tanjong Katong Campus, 371 Tanjong Katong Road, Singapore 437128, +65 6345 1573, admissions@cis.edu.sg, www.cis.edu.sg

What is the curriculum? International Baccalaureate (IB) programs, from Primary Years through to the Diploma Program.

Applying: Click here to apply

CHATSWORTH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (International School In Singapore -Ages 3-18)

Established in 1995, the Chatsworth mission to inspire, educate and enlighten forms the core pillars and education philosophy. The school prides itself on providing a holistic, quality and balanced education with exceptional value and affordable fees. Their small class sizes and student-centered focus allow each student to receive the attention and support they need to thrive and become well-rounded individuals. The school is situated amidst lush greenery next to Singapore’s nature reserve, the school provides wide-ranging facilities and refreshing surroundings.

Chatsworth International School, 72 Bukit Tinggi Road, Singapore 289760, +65 6463 3201, admissions.bt@chatsworth.com.sg, www.chatsworth.com.sg

What is the curriculum? International Baccalaureate - PYP, MYP, DP

Applying: Click here

NORTH LONDON COLLEGIATE SCHOOL (SINGAPORE): (International School In Singapore - Ages 3-18)

North London Collegiate School (Singapore) opened its doors to students in August 2020, after phenomenally successful openings in Jeju, South Korea, and Dubai, UAE. NLCS (Singapore) seeks to provide an exceptional educational experience, based on the traditions, ethos, and practices of North London Collegiate School, one of the pre-eminent schools in the United Kingdom. The school has an outstanding record of the highest intellectual achievements and a strong tradition of providing an unparalleled academic education while encouraging the development of individualism and a pioneering spirit among its students. The school has a strong belief in the transformative power of academic engagement, and that a culture of scholarship should extend beyond the classroom and should permeate the wider life of our schools. NLCS (Singapore) is conveniently located on Depot Road and boasts a built-up area of approximately 300,000 sqft, with a diverse array of learning spaces required to deliver an outstanding world-class education that caters to every possible interest and talent.

North London Collegiate School (Singapore), 130 Depot Road Singapore 109708, +65 6989 3000, enquiries@nlcssingapore.sg, www.nlcssingapore.sg

What is the curriculum? NLCS Curriculum

Applying: Click here

ST. JOSEPH'S INSTITUTION INTERNATIONAL: (International School In Singapore - Prep 1 - Grade 12)

St. Joseph's Institution International was founded in 2007 and is set in a beautiful green and central location on Thomson Road, the Elementary School caters for children from Prep 1 (Aged 4) to Grade 6 (Aged 12). Their core Lasallian values are central to everything that they do: spirituality, mutual respect, internationalism, leadership, experiences, and service. St. Joseph's Institution International strives to develop students who are intrinsically motivated to serve others and to give back to the community. St. Joseph's Institution International is proud to have a community of 1,800 students across two schools on one campus catering to students from pre-school to Grade 12 for students between the ages of 4 and 18.

St. Joseph's Institution International, 490 Thomson Road Singapore 298191. +65 6353 9383, admissions.es@sji-international.com.sg, www.sji-international.com.sg

What is the curriculum? IGCSE & IB Diploma Program

Applying: Click here

ONE WORLD INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (International School In Singapore - Ages 3-18)

One World International School offers personalised, inquiry-based education for children aged 3 to 18, providing the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) for Early Childhood and Primary school learners, through to the Cambridge IGCSE and IBDP for secondary students. With over 70 nationalities on campus, they have a diverse community of students and teachers, which promotes an understanding of different perspectives and cultures, giving students an opportunity to identify themselves as part of a global community.

One World International School, Jurong West Street 81, Singapore 649075, +65 6914 6700, admissions@owis.org, www.owis.org

What is the curriculum? IB Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) for Early Childhood and Primary, through to the Cambridge IGCSE and IBDP for Secondary students.

Applying: Click here

THE PERSE SCHOOL SINGAPORE (International School In Singapore - Ages 6-11)

The Perse School was founded in Cambridge in 1615 in the name of Dr. Perse and quickly established its academic credentials by sending a regular flow of scholars to the University of Cambridge. A Persean education is based on three pillars - academic excellence, developing the whole person and extracurricular development. Their vision is to love learning and strive for the greater good. The Perse School closely follows the Cambridge International Primary curriculum, enhanced by Singapore Maths and Chinese as a second language. The Perse supports learning through the use of educational technologies such as a 1 to 1 Apple device program. The Perse School Singapore offers an affordable world-class education that focuses on the individual potential of each child, enriching our pupils’ growth, giving them confidence for life and aspiration for achievement.

The Perse School Singapore, 191 Upper Bukit Timah Rd, Singapore 588180, +65 69718210, welcome@perse.edu.sg, enrol.perse.com.sg

What is the curriculum? UK

Applying: Click here

UNITED WORLD COLLEGE (International School In Singapore - Ages 4-18)

UWC runs two campuses in Singapore: one on Dover Road and the other on Tampines Street. Both UWC campuses provide curriculums for children aged from 4 to 18. Currently, UWC hosts an aggregated number of 5,400 students from over 80 nationalities in its two Singapore-based campuses.

United World College (UWC), Dover Campus, 1207 Dover Road, Singapore 139654, +65 6305 5353 and East Campus, 1 Tampines Street 73, Singapore 528704, +65 6774 2653, admissionsdover@uwcsea.edu.sg / admissionseast@uwcsea.edu.sg, https://www.uwcsea.edu.sg/admissions

What is the curriculum? (I)GCSE's, IBDP

Applying:  Click here to apply

ETONHOUSE INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION GROUP (International School In Singapore - Ages 9 Months - High School)

EtonHouse International Schools and Pre-Schools have established a strong track record in Singapore over the last 22 years and currently run 4 international schools and 10 pre-schools in different parts of Singapore, with a pathway from Playgroup to High School. Students are offered the IB Primary Years Programme, Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma. The modern and robust international curriculum is inspired by best practice and incorporates a SMART programme focusing on Science, Maths, Art, Research, and Technology. EtonHouse schools are also known for their strong language programmes in Chinese, Hindi, Japanese and Spanish offering students a bilingual foundation throughout their schooling. The brand new EtonHouse in the heart of Central Singapore on Tanglin/Orchard is now open for registrations. The innovative campus caters to students from Primary to High School. Find out more here!

EtonHouse International Education Group, Islandwide locations, enquiry@etonhouse.com.sg, www.etonhouse.com.sg

What is the curriculum? IB PYP framework in the Primary Years,  the Middle Years’ approach will be consistent with the IB’s approach to learning and will lead to the IGCSEs in Y11. The Senior Years will offer the IB Diploma Programme*.

Applying:  Click here to apply. To apply for the new Orchard campus, click here.

Video Tour By Little Steps:  Click here

DOVER COURT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SINGAPORE (International School In Singapore - Nursery - Year 13)

Since 1972, Dover Court International School Singapore has been one of the leading inclusive British international schools in South East Asia. Part of the global education group, Nord Anglia International, the school is passionate about diversity and inspiring its students to be socially and intellectually confident individuals. They also can cater to English as a second language and special needs.

Dover Court International School Singapore, 301 Dover Road, 139644, Singapore, www.dovercourt.edu.sg

What is the curriculum? EYFS, IBDP, UK

Applying: admissions@dovercourt.edu.sg

AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (International School In Singapore - Ages 18 Months - Year 12)

The Australian International School (AIS) is a co-educational Preschool to Year 12. Established in 1993, the school has an enviable reputation for its unique pastoral care, academic excellence and wide range of co-curricular offerings. They have sports facilities many athletes would be envious of.

Australian International School, 1 Lor Chuan, Singapore 556818, +65 6517 0247, enquiries@ais.com.sg, www.ais.com.sg

What is the curriculum?  Australian, IBDP, PYP, Reggio Emilia

Applying:  Click here to apply

SINGAPORE AMERICAN SCHOOL (International School In Singapore - Preschool - Grade 12)

SAS consists of four divisions: Early Learning Center (preschool and prekindergarten), Elementary School (kindergarten to fifth grade), Middle School (sixth grade to eighth grade), and High School (ninth grade to twelfth grade). SAS seeks to give students an American educational experience in an international context.

Singapore American School, 40 Woodlands Street 41, Singapore 738547, +65 6363 3403, sasinfo@sas.edu.sg, www.sas.edu.sg

What is the curriculum? AP, High School Diploma

Applying:  Click here to apply

LYCEE FRANCAIS DE SINGAPOUR (International School In Singapore - Preschool Age 3 - Secondary)

Lycee Francais is a private school recognized by the French Ministry of Education and supported by Agency for French Education abroad. It offers a program in 100% accordance with the French education system. Lycee Francais runs programs from Kindergarten to Upper Secondary School, with an emphasis on the acquisition of French language and culture.

Lycée Français de Singapour, 3000 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 3, Singapore 569928, +65 6805 0000, administration@lfs.edu.sg, www.lfs.edu.sg

What is the curriculum?  GCSE's, 'O' Levels, A Levels, French High School Certificate

Applying: Click here to apply

ISS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL ( International School In Singapore - K1 - Grade 12)

ISS International School offers IB Primary Years Program for children aged 4 to 12, IB Middle Years Program for children aged 11-16, and IB Diploma Program for children aged 11 to 12. ISS has approximately 750 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, and 80 members of faculty.

ISS International School Singapore, 25 Paterson Road Singapore 238510, +65 6235 5844, www.iss.edu.sg

What is the curriculum?  IBDP, MYP, PYP

Applying:  Click here to apply

OVERSEAS FAMILY SCHOOL (International School In Singapore - Pre Kindergarten - Grade 12)

Overseas Family School provides IB Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma programs from grade K-12. Overseas Family School is home for 3687 students from 73 countries. A Study Preparation Programs to help students with reading, writing, listening and speaking English is also available at Overseas Family School.

Overseas Family School, 81 Pasir Ris Heights, Singapore 519292, +65 6738 0211, soma_mathews@ofs.edu.sg, www.ofs.edu.sg

What is the curriculum? IBDP, PYP

Applying:  Click here to apply

GLOBAL INDIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (International School In Singapore - Nursery - Year 13)

GIIS is an international school for students aged 2.5 to 18, with a choice of international or Indian curricula, across two campuses in Singapore (East Coast and SMART campus at Punggol). GIIS offers a unique Montessori-inspired curriculum for its youngest learners. For primary and secondary students, they offer the IB Primary Years Program, Cambridge Lower Secondary and IGCSE, the IB Diploma Program, along with the CBSE (Indian Central Board) from Grades 1 to 12.

Their SMART campus at Punggol features more than 40 skill-based studios and digital classrooms. With dedicated teachers to support them, GIIS students are well-rounded, confident individuals ready to face the challenges of the real world. For almost 20 years now, their students have excelled academically, go on to study at the world’s top universities and become leaders in their respective fields.

Global Indian International School, GIIS SMART Campus (K-12), 27 Punggol Field Walk, Singapore 828649, GIIS East Coast Campus (K-10), 82 Cheviot Hill, Singapore 459663, +65 6914 7100, admissions.sg@globalindianschool.org, singapore.globalindianschool.org

What is the curriculum? IB Primary Years and Diploma Program, Cambridge Lower Secondary and IGCSE, CBSE (Indian Central Board) from Grades 1 to 12.

Applying: Click here

TANGLIN TRUST SCHOOL (International School In Singapore - Nursery - Year 13)

As the oldest British International school in Southeast Asia, 96-year-old Tanglin Trust School provides British-based learning with an international perspective to an expatriate community. It is also the only school in Singapore that offers both A Levels and IBDP.

The junior school (years 3 to 6) provides a broad and balanced curriculum that inspires, motivates and challenges children in their learning. The senior school prides itself on the individual care, guidance and counselling offered by their robust pastoral structure, exceptional academic achievements, and the development of skills through learning experiences beyond the classroom. Tanglin accepts students from their own junior school and is also open to applications into Key Stage 3 (years 7, 8, and 9), Key Stage 4 (years 10 and 11) and their sixth form (years 12 and 13). Entry is not permitted into Year 11 and Year 13.

Tanglin Trust School, 95 Portsdown Road, Singapore 139299, +65 6778 0771, www.tts.edu.sg

What is the curriculum? (I)GCSE’s, A Levels, IBDP

Applying:  Click here to apply, Open Houses

SIR MANASSEH MEYER INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (SMMIS): (International School In Singapore - Ages 18 Months - 16 Years)

Sir Manasseh Meyer International School (SMMIS) is a not for profit, child-centered school that offers a rigorous international education imbued with the vibrancy of Jewish values, tradition and culture. They are a diverse community that welcomes students of all nationalities and faiths. Mandarin and Hebrew are taught as modern foreign languages. Being a smaller school allows them to tailor learning to each child, enabling each child to flourish and reach their full potential. The IPC and IMYC are blended with the rigorous Singapore Maths Curriculum and the UK National Curriculum for Literacy. These lead to the globally recognized IGCSE exams in Grade 10. They are located in an impressive state of the art campus, which is 4 years old, with dedicated subject specialist rooms that include science labs, a Makerspace, Music, Art and Drama spaces to facilitate the incorporation of STEAM into the curriculum. Other facilities include a swimming pool, indoor gym, and rooftop AstroTurf pitch. As a not-for-profit school, SMMIS is committed to making an international education affordable for all (SG$14,850 to SG$23,480).

Sir Manasseh Meyer International School (SMMIS), 3 Jalan Ulu Sembawang, Singapore 758932, +65 63314633, admissions@smm.edu.sg, https://smmis.edu.sg

What is the curriculum? IPC/IMYC based curriculum leading into IGCSE's

Applying: Click here to apply

Want More Private International Schools In Singapore?

EtonHouse International @ Orchard

Hillside World Academy 

Dulwich College (Singapore)

Middleton International School

IIS 

Winstedt School 

SIM International Academy 

Sir Manasseh Meyer International School 

Melbourne Specialist School *Special Needs

Hwa Chong International School

ACS International

Rosemont International School Singapore

Invictus International School

DPS International School

Nexus International School - New campus at Geylang in January 2020!

International Community School (Singapore)

SJI International School

The Japanese School Singapore

Singapore Korean International School

Swiss School In Singapore - New French Stream from August 2019

Waseda Shibuya Senior High School in Singapore (WSS)

GIG International School - Relocating to Eunos

North London Collegiate School (NLCS) - NEW! Opens in August 2020

Razum International School Singapore

The Grange Institution