Swiss School in Singapore
- Own curriculum
- IB Diploma
Per yearabout USD 11.7K–25.9K
SGD 15K–33.2K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)
About
A small, family-oriented international school in a green setting, offering a Swiss-standards education in German, French and English. It welcomes children of any nationality, ethnic background or religion.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
Curriculum
Own curriculum · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 2–12
Language
German, English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 1967
- School bus
- Yes
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 |
|---|---|
| Little Tots, Standard, 3 mornings | SGD 15,000≈ USD 11.7K |
| Little Tots, Standard, 5 mornings | SGD 20,000≈ USD 15.6K |
| Little Tots, Full day, 3 mornings plus 3 | SGD 24,150≈ USD 18.8K |
| Little Tots, Full day, 5 mornings plus 5 | SGD 32,200≈ USD 25.1K |
| Playgroup, Standard, 5 mornings | SGD 21,000≈ USD 16.4K |
| Playgroup, Full day mix, 5 mornings plus | SGD 30,150≈ USD 23.5K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Little Tots, Standard, 3 mornings | SGD 15,000 (about USD 11.7K) |
| Little Tots, Standard, 5 mornings | SGD 20,000 (about USD 15.6K) |
| Little Tots, Full day, 3 mornings plus 3 | SGD 24,150 (about USD 18.8K) |
| Little Tots, Full day, 5 mornings plus 5 | SGD 32,200 (about USD 25.1K) |
| Playgroup, Standard, 5 mornings | SGD 21,000 (about USD 16.4K) |
| Playgroup, Full day mix, 5 mornings plus | SGD 30,150 (about USD 23.5K) |
| Playgroup, Full day, 5 mornings plus 5 a | SGD 33,200 (about USD 25.9K) |
| Kindergarten 1 and 2, Standard, 5 mornin | SGD 23,700 (about USD 18.5K) |
| Kindergarten 1 and 2, Full day mix (Engl | SGD 26,470 (about USD 20.7K) |
| Kindergarten 1 and 2, Full day mix, 5 mo | SGD 28,420 (about USD 22.2K) |
| Kindergarten 1 and 2, Full day, 5 mornin | SGD 31,200 (about USD 24.3K) |
| Primary 1 and 2, Regular timetable | SGD 25,200 (about USD 19.7K) |
| Primary 3 and 4, Regular timetable | SGD 25,920 (about USD 20.2K) |
| Primary 5, Regular timetable | SGD 28,920 (about USD 22.6K) |
| Primary 6, Regular timetable | SGD 30,400 (about USD 23.7K) |
Source: school website (swiss-school.edu.sg) · checked 2026-10-29 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Swiss School in Singapore (this school) | SGD 15,000 (about USD 11.7K) | SGD 33,200 (about USD 25.9K) |
| 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) |
| Tanglin Trust School | SGD 36,300 (about USD 28.3K) | SGD 58,080 (about USD 45.3K) |
| St. Joseph's Institution International | SGD 37,311 (about USD 29.1K) | SGD 49,284 (about USD 38.5K) |
| Stamford American International School | SGD 30,820 (about USD 24K) | SGD 56,110 (about USD 43.8K) |
Source: school website (swiss-school.edu.sg) · checked 2026-10-29 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Enrolment fee
- SGD 3,000
- Capital levy
- SGD 3,270
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 2026-10-29)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Deadline
- 30 November 2026 (Deadline 1 for school year 2027/28); Deadline 2 is 28 February 2027
- Open days
- 2026-11-10
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB DP (Diploma)
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
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Languages
- Outdoor education
- Sport
Campus and school life
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Facilities
- Library
- Sport
Upcoming events
- Nov10TueOpen day15:00 GMT+8 (local time)
Swiss Beginnings – Early Childhood Open Afternoon
Checked 2026-10-29
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More details
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The essentials
Country affiliation
One of five Swiss institutions forming the pillars of the Swiss community in Singapore. The alumni association is domiciled in Zug, the school's patronal canton.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Runs a school bus service operated with a bus transport contractor, door-to-door. Rules, applications, and fees by zone are published.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
Catered lunch with the Swiss Club is available on weekdays for students with afternoon activities. Students may also bring and heat their own food.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Teaches the Swiss curriculum in German, French and English, with Swiss academic standards. Secondary grades 7–10 are linked to the International Baccalaureate.
- Portfolio Work
- Mixed-Age Learning
- International Baccalaureate
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Safeguarding
Publishes safeguarding procedures and a child safety policy, along with an information sheet on bullying for parents.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding policy
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Community
Year-round community events for families, staff and students, including festivals and talent shows. The school also runs ongoing charity projects.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parents' Forum supports communication between parents, teachers and management, organises activities, and works through class representatives.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Campus set in a lush, green area, sheltered from busy city streets, with ample space for play and sports.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Offers a German stream and a French stream. Both streams teach English alongside German or French.
- German
- French
- English
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bilingual teaching
Provides bilingual teaching: German and English in the German stream, French and English in the French stream.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions pages cover why the school, the application process and school fees. An early childhood open afternoon is listed.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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