The Perse School Singapore
- IGCSE
- A Level
Per yearabout USD 20.4K–23.4K
SGD 26.1K–30K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
International school in Singapore offering the Cambridge International Curriculum from early years (Pelicans, ages 3-7) through Junior School, Senior School and Sixth Form (A levels).
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IGCSE · A Level
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English, Chinese
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- Nursery – Year 13
- Entry process
- Eal test
- Memberships
- fobisia
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 |
|---|---|
| Nursery / Reception | SGD 26,128≈ USD 20.4K |
| Year 1-6 | SGD 26,128≈ USD 20.4K |
| Year 7-11 | SGD 30,047≈ USD 23.4K |
| Year 12-13 (Sixth Form) | SGD 30,047≈ USD 23.4K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Nursery / Reception | SGD 26,128 (about USD 20.4K) |
| Year 1-6 | SGD 26,128 (about USD 20.4K) |
| Year 7-11 | SGD 30,047 (about USD 23.4K) |
| Year 12-13 (Sixth Form) | SGD 30,047 (about USD 23.4K) |
Source: school website (perse.edu.sg) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The Perse School Singapore (this school) | SGD 26,128 (about USD 20.4K) | SGD 30,047 (about USD 23.4K) |
| Australian International School Singapore | SGD 31,356 (about USD 24.5K) | SGD 54,744 (about USD 42.7K) |
| 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) |
| Chatsworth International School | SGD 30,554 (about USD 23.8K) | SGD 41,512 (about USD 32.4K) |
Source: school website (perse.edu.sg) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- SGD 1,635
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 2026-10-28)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIGCSE · A Level
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.
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Languages
- Sport
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
- STEM
- Outdoor education
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Intensive support
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Chinese, Japanese
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
- Sports field
- Makerspace
Sports
- Football (Barça Academy)
- Basketball
- Touch Football
- Multisports
- Gymnastics
- Cricket
Arts
- Drama
- Choir
- Music & Movement
- Art & Craft
- Cardboard Art
After-school activities
- Football (Barça Academy)
- Basketball
- Touch Football
- Multisports
- Gymnastics
- Drama
- Choir
- Music & Movement
- Art & Craft
- Cardboard Art
- Lego
- Robotics/Coding
- Maths Catch Up
- Forest School
- Outdoor Pursuits
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The essentials
Country affiliation
Maintains close ties with The Perse School in Cambridge, sharing resources, training and exchanges.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Runs the Cambridge International Curriculum with core subjects plus global perspectives, robotics and coding, and sustainability.
- Mathematics
- English
- Science
- Languages
- Digital Literacy
- Global Perspectives
- Robotics & Coding
- Sustainability
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
English as an additional language (EAL)
EAL programme with intensive and basic pathways for early-stage English learners, based on an initial placement assessment.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
A pastoral care programme supports students' emotional and social wellbeing, alongside PSHE lessons.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
Has clear child protection procedures, staff training, safer recruitment and a designated safeguarding team.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding policy
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Brings the 400-year tradition of The Perse School in Cambridge to Singapore.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
A new campus in Upper Bukit Timah with expansive grounds, outdoor learning spaces and a cooking-focused space.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Football field run with Barça Academy and a cricket lane, with coaching and competition opportunities.
- Football Field (Barça Academy)
- Cricket Lane
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Science labs, design technology labs with a makerspace, an art studio, a library and spacious classrooms.
- Science Labs
- Design Technology Labs
- Art Studio
- Library
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
After-school STEM activities include robotics, coding, Lego and maths catch-up, plus science fairs and engineering challenges.
- Lego
- Robotics/Coding
- Maths Catch Up
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Drama, choir, music and movement, and visual arts activities, with performances and exhibitions.
- Drama
- Choir
- Music & Movement
- Art & Craft
- Cardboard Art
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
The Perse Exploration Society offers hiking, climbing, camping and conservation projects, building leadership and teamwork.
- Forest School
- Outdoor Pursuits
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
An entrepreneurship centre runs real-world business challenges, startup projects and industry mentorship, linked to the curriculum.
- Startup Projects
- Real World Business Challenges
- Mentorship from Industry Leaders
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Mandarin is the core language, with French and Japanese also offered; Mandarin has pathways by proficiency level.
- Mandarin
- French
- Japanese
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bilingual teaching
A 50/50 English-Chinese immersion programme from Reception, alternating languages by day, with one English and one Chinese teacher per class.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Academic enrichment includes the Extended Project Qualification, Rouse Awards and the Perse Aristotelian Award.
- Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
- Rouse Awards
- The Perse Aristotelian Award
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions enquiries go to the admissions team by email; EAL placement follows an initial proficiency assessment.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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