Global Indian International School (GIIS)
International School in Singapore
Quick answer
Global Indian International School (GIIS) Singapore, founded 2002, is the only school in Singapore with the EduTrust Star award. Serving students from 70 nationalities Kindergarten to Grade 12, GIIS combines IB, CBSE and Cambridge pathways at one campus — a multi-curriculum model rare in Singapore. Featured on National Geographic as a 'School of the Future', with 600+ awards. Accredited by IBO, CIS, CBSE and CIE. Tuition $11,000-$26,000 per year.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, Indian leaving qualifications include IB Diploma, IGCSE.
- Tuition: $11,000–$26,000/yr published annual range.
- 70 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, CBSE plus 1 more.
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IBO, CIS, CBSE, CIE
IB Diploma, IGCSE
About Global Indian International School (GIIS)
GIIS is an award-winning Indian international school in Singapore offering IGCSE, IBDP, Cambridge curricula, scholarships, and holistic development programs. Enroll today!
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $11,000 – $26,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $21,800(+18%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $24,300 |
| Cost position in Singapore | 63th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Affordable option. IB and CBSE curriculum streams. SMART Campus in Punggol. 25% sibling tuition waiver. Two campuses.
IB, Indian
IB Diploma, IGCSE
moderate
Recommended neighborhoods
Punggol, Sengkang, Hougang, Pasir Ris
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Singapore
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Affordable option. IB and CBSE curriculum streams. SMART Campus in Punggol. 25% sibling tuition waiver. Two campuses.
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