Australian International School
International School in Singapore
Quick answer
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. Annual tuition runs $22,000-$39,000 USD (true cost ~$34,400, +13% — Singapore's 97th cost percentile). Best suited to Australian-curriculum families seeking premium Singapore tier with HSC/IB optionality.
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.
198
14 (Filipino)
5 avg / 6 max
Rolling
IBO, CIS, NEASC
PSAT
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.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $22,000 – $39,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $34,400(+13%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $36,900 |
| Cost position in Singapore | 97th 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.
Australian, IB
PSAT
VCE for Grade 12 Optional: SAT/PSAT/NMSQT, HSK/DELE
100% of Grade 12 graduates (2018) earned the VCE in 2018. AIS average ATAR for 2018 was above the Australian National Average.
We have Mandarin and Spanish from Grades 1 to 12. Students choose 1 modern language to study.
Our Learning Support Center monitors students with learning disabilities. If needed, an individual program is made to cater to the student.
Yes. We have a Learning Support Center.
We offer English as Second Language program for students who do not speak English.
7:50 AM – Mondays and Fridays - 2:25 PM (up to 4:00 PM if with club) Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays - 3:10 PM
We have a cafeteria where students can purchase lunch and snacks.
Yes.
Recommended neighborhoods
Serangoon, Lorong Chuan, Bishan, Ang Mo Kio
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Singapore
PremiumSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Filipino
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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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