Singapore International School Fees 2025/2026

Expat families moving to Singapore will have a plethora of international schools to choose from. For many, budget will be a major factor in making this decision.

For ease of reference, we’ve put together some tips along with a list of international school fees in Singapore for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Getting to grips with international school fees

The two most influential factors on international school fees tend to be the age of the child (higher grades are more expensive) and the curriculum offered (some are significantly more expensive than others).

Optional extras such as excursions, extra-curricular activities or language support will usually attract additional fees on top of the compulsory fees listed below.

Types of fees

Terminology regarding fees tends to vary between schools, as does the composition of fees. Some split school fees into categories, while others bundle school fees into one sum total.

Most international schools in Singapore require a set contribution each year to maintain the school premises. This is known as a ‘building fee’ or ‘capital levy’. There may also be a technology fee to cover the use of devices such as laptops or tablets.

When comparing costs, it’s important to check whether these fees are an additional charge or if they are included in standard tuition.

Application and registration fees

Before reviewing an application, schools will normally require a fee upfront, typically known as an ‘application fee’. This covers administration costs that are incurred throughout the application process. Sometimes, this fee is solely used to fund the administration of an entry exam, leading to some schools calling this a ‘placement test fee’.

Registration fees, on the other hand, are typically charged at the end of the application process and act as a deposit to secure the student’s place in the school once they have been accepted. Registration fees are sometimes called confirmation, entry, or enrolment fees. These generally count towards the cost of tuition.

Fee payment

Annual fees are usually payable in instalments that are divided up according to school terms. Fees can also be paid in one lump sum at the start of the school year.

Reducing costs

Some schools offer a slightly discounted rate for those who pay for the full year upfront. If siblings attend a school, the second will often be given a discount. It’s also worth exploring scholarship options, as many international schools have these available for academically gifted or financially needy students.

Singapore international school fees for the 2025/2026 academic year

This table shows the annual compulsory fees of some of Singapore’s most prominent international schools. Extras are charged separately. All fees are in Singapore Dollars (SGD) and include the 9-percent Goods and Services Tax (GST) where applicable.

Chatsworth International School 
Annual fees: Tuition: SGD 30,250 (K1 and K2) to SGD 41,100 (Years 12 and 13). Development fee: SGD 2,800. 
Once-off fees: Application fee: SGD 320. Confirmation fee: SGD 3,200.

GESS – International School 
Annual fees: Tuition: SGD 28,000 (Pre-Kindergarten, part-time) to SGD 41,935 (IB Years 11 and 12). Development levy: SGD 6,130. Compulsory learning materials and overnight excursion fees: SGD 250 to SGD 2,000.
Once-off fees: Application fee: SGD 400. Enrolment fee: SGD 3,550.

Global Indian International School Singapore 
Annual fees: Tuition: SGD 14,466 (Nursery and Kindergarten) to SGD 35,237 (IB Year 12). 
Once-off fees: Registration fee: SGD 453 (CBSE Nursery, KG1 and KG2) to SGD 4,000.30 (IB Year 12).

ISS International School 
Annual fees: Tuition: SGD 27,748 (K1 and K2) to SGD 57,356 (Grade 12). 
Once-off fees: Placement test fee: SGD 510. Enrolment fee: SGD 3,667.

One World International School 
Annual fees: Tuition: SGD 23,707 (Early Childhood 1 to 3, Nanyang Campus) to SGD 36,704 (Grades 11 to 12, Digital Campus). 
Once-off fees: Application fee: SGD 1,393.

Tanglin Trust School 
Annual fees: Tuition: SGD 34,770 (Nursery) to SGD 55,734 (Years 12 and 13). 
Once-off fees: Application fee: SGD 1,000. Enrolment fee: SGD 4,500. Capital levy: SGD 4,500.

While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these figures, expats should contact the relevant school for more information and definitive figures.