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Australian International School

International School in Singapore

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Australian International School Singapore (AIS) offers three pathways from infant care to Year 12 — Australian HSC, IB Diploma, and IGCSE — reporting 99% of graduates entering their first-choice university. The school enrols students from 14 nationalities, accredited by IBO, CIS, and NEASC.

Key facts

  • Curriculum: Australian, IB leaving qualifications include PSAT.
  • Tuition: $22,000–$39,000/yr published annual range.
  • Avg class size: 5 (max 6) Singapore international school · 198 students total.
  • 14 nationalities top: Filipino.
  • Ages: 2-18 school day starts at 7:50 AM.
  • Accreditations: IBO, CIS, NEASC verified.
Australian, IBAges 2-18English$22,000–$39,000/yr(2025-2026)
Est. all-in: $34,400/yr(+13%, modeled)Premium in SingaporeGood valueOpen admissions86% data coverage
Students

198

Nationalities

14 (Filipino)

Class Size

5 avg / 6 max

Admissions

Rolling

Accreditations

IBO, CIS, NEASC

Qualifications

PSAT

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About Australian International School

AIS develops students who are Critical Thinker, Self-Directed Achiever, Independent Learner, Effective Communicator, Involved Citizen. We value wisdom, integrity, and action. AIS is a learning institution which nurtures students to achieve their dreams.

Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)

Special educational needs (SEN)Stated
English as an additional language (EAL)Stated

This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.

Why this matters

Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.

  • Learning support: moderate
  • In-house specialist staff listed
  • EAL/ESL support listed

Not published

  • —Educational-psychologist availability not stated

Questions to ask the school

  1. Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
  2. Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
  3. Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
  4. Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
Annual fees and costs for Australian International School
ItemAmount
Annual tuition (USD)$22,000–$39,000
Fee year2025-2026
Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate$34,400(+13%)
Est. first-year total (modeled)$36,900
Cost position in Singapore100th percentile(premium tier)

Hidden costs & fee notes

Australian curriculum through Year 10, then IB Diploma or HSC. Only southern-hemisphere international school in Singapore. EAL support fees additional.

Curriculum

Australian, IB

Leaving qualifications

PSAT

External examinations

VCE for Grade 12 Optional: SAT/PSAT/NMSQT, HSK/DELE

Exam results

100% of Grade 12 graduates (2018) earned the VCE in 2018. AIS average ATAR for 2018 was above the Australian National Average.

Additional languages

We have Mandarin and Spanish from Grades 1 to 12. Students choose 1 modern language to study.

Learning support

Our Learning Support Center monitors students with learning disabilities. If needed, an individual program is made to cater to the student.

Special needs staff

Yes. We have a Learning Support Center.

ESL / EAL support

We offer English as Second Language program for students who do not speak English.

School hours

7:50 AM – Mondays and Fridays - 2:25 PM (up to 4:00 PM if with club) Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays - 3:10 PM

School busYes
Lunch

We have a cafeteria where students can purchase lunch and snacks.

Uniform requiredYes
After-school careYes
Dietary accommodations

Yes.

Recommended neighborhoods

Serangoon, Lorong Chuan, Bishan, Ang Mo Kio

Verified: 2026-04-26Data source: manual+scrapedConfidence: highData completeness: 86%2 named sources

At a Glance

Fee Position in Singapore

Premium
Median
$6,000$22,000–$39,000$39,000

School Profile

AffordabilitySchool SizeSmall ClassesDiversitySupport
Australian International School

Class Size

This school
5
Max class
6
City avg
17

Student Diversity

14nationalities198 students

Moderately diverse

Common: Filipino

Estimated Real Cost

Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams

83%
17%
Tuition:$30,500
Est. extras:$6,100
Estimated total per year$36,600

Australian curriculum through Year 10, then IB Diploma or HSC. Only southern-hemisphere international school in Singapore. EAL support fees additional.

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