Chatsworth International School
International School in Singapore
Quick answer
Chatsworth International School, established 1995, is one of Singapore's longest-running K-13 IB Continuum schools serving 800 students from 50 nationalities aged 3 to 18. The school offers all three IB programmes (PYP, MYP and DP) with personalised learning and a 100% IBDP scholarship pathway. Accredited by IBO, CIS and WASC. Tuition $18,000-$30,000 per year. Long-established option for expat families seeking established IB pathways in Singapore.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Chatsworth International School.
- Tuition: $18,000–$30,000/yr published in USD, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 18 (max 1) Singapore international school · 800 students total.
- 50 nationalities top: Some top nationalities represented (not in order): British, Americans, Japanese.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 9am (Primary); 8.50am (Secondary).
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, WASC verified.
800
50 (Some top nationalities represented (not in order): British, Americans, Japanese, Australians, Indians, French)
18 avg / 1 max
Rolling
IBO, CIS, WASC
About Chatsworth International School
Chatsworth is a diverse and internationally minded school that caters to students from Kindergarten to Year 13 (ages 3 to 18). Established in 1995, the Chatsworth mission to inspire, educate and enlighten forms the core pillars and education philosophy. Our strong, supportive, close-knit community of students, teachers, parents and school administrators, is the foundation of Chatsworth’s education experience. Since its establishment, Chatsworth has built and maintained a small school ethos and we take pride on providing a nurturing and trusting environment where students are given the space to explore, learn and grow.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $18,000 – $30,000 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | SGD 33050-SGD 43900 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $27,300(+14%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $29,800 |
| Cost position in Singapore | 73th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Smaller IB school. Known for community feel. Two campuses. Application fee SGD 500-2,500. Capital/development levy SGD 2,000-10,000+ (one-time). 9% GST on all fees. Uniforms SGD 200-500. Bus SGD 2,000-5,000/year. ECA SGD 1,000-3,000/year.
IB
IB Diploma examinations, IB MYP eAssessment
Chatsworth students consistently achieve above world average scores every year for their IB examinations. Class of 2024 achieved an average score of 34 points which well exceeded the global average of 30.32 points.
Chinese, French
Please contact Admissions for more information.
The school offers Learning Support. Please contact Admissions for more information.
A supportive English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme is available to students who need help with their acquisition of English from Years 1 to 11. Students who are not fluent in English will take an assessment to determine their language needs and entry level in the EAL programme.
9am (Primary); 8.50am (Secondary) – 3.30pm (Primary); 3.35pm (Secondary)
Chatsworth has a full-service canteen that serves balanced and nutritious meals
Recommended neighborhoods
Orchard, Tanglin, River Valley, Tiong Bahru
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Singapore
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: Some top nationalities represented (not in order): British, Americans, Japanese, Australians, Indians, French
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Smaller IB school. Known for community feel. Two campuses. Application fee SGD 500-2,500. Capital/development levy SGD 2,000-10,000+ (one-time). 9% GST on all fees. Uniforms SGD 200-500. Bus SGD 2,000-5,000/year. ECA SGD 1,000-3,000/year.
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