GEMS World Academy Singapore
International School in Singapore
Quick answer
GEMS World Academy Singapore is a IB-curriculum school in Singapore, Singapore. Annual tuition runs $20,000-$32,000; total annual cost reaches roughly $29,300 once registration, capital levies, and ancillary fees are included. It is accredited by IBO and CIS and serves ages 3-12.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at GEMS World Academy Singapore.
- Tuition: $20,000–$32,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 3-12 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS verified.
Rolling
IBO, CIS
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
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
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $20,000 – $32,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $29,300(+13%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $31,800 |
| Cost position in Singapore | 73th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
IB PYP and MYP. No diploma programme (students transfer for DP). GEMS network. 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
moderate
Recommended neighborhoods
Yishun, Sembawang, Woodlands, Ang Mo Kio
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IB PYP and MYP. No diploma programme (students transfer for DP). GEMS network. 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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