Singapore’s education system is one of the best in the world, attracting students from all over the world. Let’s find out how to get started on your or your kids’ education journey, after securing your visa.
Studying in Singapore
There are 2 options for foreign students when deciding to study in Singapore Primary or Secondary Government Schools:
Assessment-based Entry
- 3 types of tests – Qualifying Test, AEIS & PACT
- After the AEIS, the Ministry of Education will make arrangements for students to attend schools so placement is guaranteed
- AEIS is held annually and standards are very high
Entry via Working Visas
- Applicable for students whose parents are working in Singapore and are holding working visas which include:
- Employment Pass
- Entrepreneur Pass
- No need for assessment tests
- Applicable for students whose parents are working in Singapore and are holding working visas which include:
Difference Between Types of Enrollments
While both enrollments are accepted, you may want to understand the difference between the two routes.
| Assessment-based | Entry via Visas | |
|---|---|---|
| Assessment Requirement | Yes | No |
| Enrollment Timing | Restrictive | Flexible |
| Choice of School | Restrictive | Flexible |
| PR Application | Can apply after 2 years | Can apply after 6 months |
| Job/ Business Opportunities | Parents can work after 1 year | Can work immediately |
Entry to Singapore Schools
We combine the search for foreign students’ education with our business and working opportunities for parents in the following procedure:
Arrange for overseas representatives to understand the foreign students’ education standard and family background
Make arrangements for students to come to Singapore for school visits
Apply for relevant visas for the students and their parents (if coming with their children to work or start a business)
Arrange necessary tests if required or direct enrollment in school
Once school and visa is finalised, we make arrangements for house rental or purchase
We will also review your circumstances over time and apply for your Permanent Residence (PR) visa at the right time.
What are the International Schools in Singapore
If you are looking for international schools in Singapore, here’s a quick list of some of them!
| School Names | Location in Singapore | About the School |
|---|---|---|
| Tanglin Trust School [Website] | 95 Portsdown Road | One of the oldest International British schools in SEA and offers ‘A level’ or the IB Diploma |
| Invictus International School [Website] | 73 Loewen Road | International co-education primary school |
| United World College South East Asia [Website] | 1207 Dover Road | Has 2 branches in Singapore and follows a values-centred syllabus from kindergarten to grade 14 |
| Canadian International School [Website] | Lakeside Campus, 7 Jurong West Street 41 | Curriculum incorporated the concept of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) for kindergarten, primary and secondary school students |
| International French School Singapore [Website] | 3000 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 3 | Curriculum as per France’s educational model for kindergarten and upper secondary school classes |
| Singapore American School [Website] | 40 woodlands street 41 | Has 4 divisions – premature Learning Centre, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School for the American educational experience |
| Chatsworth International School [Website] | 37 Emerald Hill Road | Provides the International Baccalaureate curriculum and has lessons on the Arts, Academics, Sports, and Services. |
| Hillside World Academy [Website] | 11 Hillside Drive | Provides the International Baccalaureate curriculum and application of Eastern and Western cultures in its learning system |
| Melbourne Special International School [Website] | 75 C Loewen Road | Adopts a three-pronged approach to learning and presents an integrated model of service delivery with specialists, teachers, and therapists collaborating to address the basic needs of each student |
Make your move to Singapore
Both government and international schools present good learning opportunities to foreign students, each serving their own purpose and various learning education types.
Decided on studying or moving to Singapore? Reach out to us for your visa application today for seamless transition!
FAQs
An Employment Pass and its Employment Pass Requirements is one of the most common work visas here. Employment Pass allows foreign professionals who have job offer in Singapore to relocate there and work. Specifically, it is geared towards directors, managers, executives or those in a specialist role. This pass is valid for 2 years and to be renewed thereafter.
The current regulations regarding the Employment Pass do not bar anyone from receiving one on the basis of nationality. Anyone who meets all of the relevant criteria may receive it. Therefore, any eligible person from any country may receive an Employment Pass.
One of the benefits of international schools is that they promote international topics of education including building a strong foundation on cultural understanding among learners. Thus, the syllabus can guarantee students a chance to learn and understand more beyond the classrooms and across borders.
The most expensive international school in Singapore is The United World College of South East Asia. The tuition fee for this institution ranges from 28,000 USD to 33,800 USD annually.
One of the benefits of international schools is that they promote international topics of education including building a strong foundation on cultural understanding among learners. Thus, the syllabus can guarantee students a chance to learn and understand more beyond the classrooms and across borders.
There are 110 international schools in Singapore that range from preschool to secondary. These international schools have close to 63000 students with 18% of the total number of these international schools having 1,000 students.
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