Deutsche Europäische Schule Singapur
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
- IB Career-related
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Per yearabout USD 27.9K–34.3K
SGD 35.8K–44K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-08)
About
German European School Singapore is an international not-for-profit school in Singapore, offering a personalised education for students aged 18 months to 18 years.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Part of German Schools Abroad (ZfA), a government-recognised school network abroad. See all 133 schools of German Schools Abroad (ZfA)
Info checked 2026-11-08 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
IB PYP · IB MYP · IB Diploma
Language
English, German
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 70
- Ownership
- Non-profit
- Open days
- 2026-10-06
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Grades 1-5 | SGD 35,770≈ USD 27.9K |
| Grades 6-10 | SGD 40,545≈ USD 31.6K |
| Grades 11-12 | SGD 43,990≈ USD 34.3K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Grades 1-5 | SGD 35,770 (about USD 27.9K) |
| Grades 6-10 | SGD 40,545 (about USD 31.6K) |
| Grades 11-12 | SGD 43,990 (about USD 34.3K) |
Source: school website (gess.edu.sg) · checked 2026-11-08 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Europäische Schule Singapur (this school) | SGD 35,770 (about USD 27.9K) | SGD 43,990 (about USD 34.3K) |
| Australian International School Singapore | SGD 31,356 (about USD 24.5K) | SGD 54,744 (about USD 42.7K) |
| Chatsworth International School | SGD 30,554 (about USD 23.8K) | SGD 41,512 (about USD 32.4K) |
| St. Joseph's Institution International | SGD 37,311 (about USD 29.1K) | SGD 49,284 (about USD 38.5K) |
| Tanglin Trust School | SGD 36,300 (about USD 28.3K) | SGD 58,080 (about USD 45.3K) |
| Stamford American International School | SGD 30,820 (about USD 24K) | SGD 56,110 (about USD 43.8K) |
Source: school website (gess.edu.sg) · checked 2026-11-08 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- SGD 400
- Enrolment fee
- SGD 3,550
- Capital levy
- SGD 6,130
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-08)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB PYP · IB MYP · IB DP (Diploma) · IB CP (Career-related)
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPOffered
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Learning support (SEN)
- Moderately selective
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Da, Dutch
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
After-school activities
- Music
- Language enrichment
- Sports
- Arts
- Social activities
- Natural sciences
- Model United Nations
- Robotics and coding
- Vocal & Instrumental Programme
- Outdoor education
- Holiday camps
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- IB, CIS, WASC
- Memberships
- EARCOS
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Additional learning support
Offers German language, numeracy, literacy and general learning support. Qualified teachers help in small groups or individually and work with outside specialists.
- German language support
- Numeracy support
- Literacy support
- General learning support
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Country affiliation
Rooted in German and European education traditions, running the German international curriculum and German school leaving certificates.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Diving deeper
Uniform
Switched to a sustainable uniform material in 2025, with student ambassadors involved in the decision.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Governance and ownership
A not-for-profit school governed by a board largely elected by the parent association, which votes on the budget including tuition.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Academics
Curriculum
An IB World School offering the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP, CP), alongside the German international curriculum.
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB DP
- IB CP
- German International Curriculum
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Embeds social emotional learning in lessons and school life, aiming to build empathy, emotional management, problem solving and resilience.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Mental wellbeing
Provides voluntary, confidential counselling in a student wellbeing centre, with peer support, workshops and anti-bullying activities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Parent experience
History
Founded by parents, the school states it has served students from around the world for over 50 years.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Community
A multicultural community of over 70 nationalities, with long-serving teachers and families volunteering across school life.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The parent association takes part in governance. A Parent Council advises the school, and volunteer committees support new families and run events.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Academic activities include robotics, coding and book clubs.
- Robotics
- Coding
- Book club
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Arts and creative
Arts activities include music, dance, drama and photography, with individual instrument tuition.
- Music
- Dance
- Drama
- Photography
- Vocal & Instrumental Programme
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Cultural and language
Runs a language enrichment programme for primary students to keep native and family languages alive.
- Language enrichment programme
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Community and service
IB Diploma students take part in community and environmental initiatives through CAS.
- Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Leadership and professional
Model United Nations builds research, debate and public speaking skills.
- Model United Nations
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Outdoor education, holiday camps and weekend clubs aim to support active, healthy lifestyles.
- Outdoor education
- Holiday camps
- Weekend clubs
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Reputation
Accreditations
Holds IB World School, CIS and WASC accreditation, plus the Excellent German School Abroad title and memberships including EARCOS, TASS and NOB.
- IB World School
- CIS (since 2013)
- WASC (ACS WASC)
- Excellent German School Abroad
- EARCOS
- The Alliance of Sustainable Schools (TASS)
- NOB (Dutch education abroad)
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
2 Dairy Farm Lane, Singapore 677621
Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
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