Hwa Chong International School
- IB Diploma
- IGCSE
Per yearabout USD 27.2K–30.7K
SGD 34.9K–39.2K · 2027-28 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-01)
About
Hwa Chong International School (HCIS) is a local international school offering the six-year integrated curriculum leading to the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB Diploma · IGCSE
Ages
Ages 13–18
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 2005
- Boarding
- Yes
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2027-28 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Year 1 and Year 2 | SGD 34,880≈ USD 27.2K |
| Year 3 and Year 4 | SGD 37,060≈ USD 29K |
| IB1 and IB2 | SGD 39,240≈ USD 30.7K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Year 1 and Year 2 | SGD 34,880 (about USD 27.2K) |
| Year 3 and Year 4 | SGD 37,060 (about USD 29K) |
| IB1 and IB2 | SGD 39,240 (about USD 30.7K) |
Source: school website (hcis.edu.sg) · checked 2026-11-01 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Hwa Chong International School (this school) | SGD 34,880 (about USD 27.2K) | SGD 39,240 (about USD 30.7K) |
| Australian International School Singapore | SGD 31,356 (about USD 24.5K) | SGD 54,744 (about USD 42.8K) |
| Tanglin Trust School | SGD 36,300 (about USD 28.4K) | SGD 58,080 (about USD 45.4K) |
| Stamford American International School | SGD 30,820 (about USD 24.1K) | SGD 56,110 (about USD 43.8K) |
| St. Joseph's Institution International | SGD 37,311 (about USD 29.1K) | SGD 49,284 (about USD 38.5K) |
| Chatsworth International School | SGD 30,554 (about USD 23.9K) | SGD 41,512 (about USD 32.4K) |
Source: school website (hcis.edu.sg) · checked 2026-11-01 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- SGD 1,090
- Enrolment fee
- SGD 5,450
- Deposit
- SGD 6,000
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 (2026-11-09). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-01)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Admission test, Interview
- Scholarships
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB DP (Diploma) · IGCSE
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPNot here
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 MYPNot here
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)Not here
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
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Service
Exam results
- IB Diploma · Average score
- 38.3
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Theatre
- Library
- Makerspace
- Boarding
Sports
- Futsal
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Swimming
Arts
- Art
- Music
After-school activities
- Co-Curricular Activities
- Creativity Activity Service
- Experiential Learning
- Student Leadership Programme
- IPPT & NS Preparation
- House System
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- IB
- Memberships
- COIS
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
HCIS Residence provides boarding accommodation for boarding students. Daily meals are served at the boarding canteen.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
House system
The school runs a House System, linked to activities such as the House Challenge in the Middle Years.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Lists a Board of Trustees, a School Management Committee and a Senior Management team.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
A six-year integrated curriculum runs from the Foundation Programme through Pre-IB to the IB Diploma. Students may opt for IGCSE exams at the end of Year 4.
- Foundation Programme
- Pre-IB Programme
- IB Diploma Programme
- IGCSE option
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
The November 2025 IB Diploma average score was 38.3 points. 46.4% of students scored 40 points or higher.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Socio-emotional learning, character and citizenship education, student leadership and service learning are built into the six-year curriculum.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
The school has a Student Wellness Centre and a Student Well-being section supporting student welfare.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
The campus has four main blocks: Main Building, Annex Building, Sports Complex and HCIS Residence. A New Annex Building opened in 2025.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Facilities include a gym, a 50m swimming pool, an indoor sports hall and a futsal court. The boarding area has a running track, basketball courts and a tennis court.
- Gymnasium
- Swimming Pool
- Indoor Sports Hall
- Futsal Court
- Running track
- Basketball court
- Tennis court
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Learning spaces include laboratories, a new library, a MakerSpace, a Media Studio, a Black Box space and student hub areas.
- Laboratory
- New Library
- MakerSpace
- Media Studio
- Black Box
- Student Hub
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Community and service
Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) and service learning are part of the curriculum.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Offers a Student Leadership Programme.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
English Language and Chinese Language are taught as main subjects across the programmes.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Three Class of 2024 graduates received MINDEF Defence Scholarships at a 2025 awards ceremony.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
Describes itself as a International Baccalaureate World School.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
The admissions team handles enquiries and applications. Admission events and scholarship information are available.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
The school publishes scholarship information for applicants.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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