Hwa Chong International School
International School in Singapore
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, Local+English leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma.
- Tuition Fee not verified — check the school's published schedule
- Avg class size: 20 Singapore international school · 1,000 students total.
- Ages: 7-18 school day starts at 8:15am.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
1,000
20 avg
Available
2005
IBO
IGCSE and IB Diploma
About Hwa Chong International School
Founded in 2005, Hwa Chong International School (HCIS) is a member of the Hwa Chong family of schools. The school's mission is to develop internationalism, innovation and independence in students. The school currently offers an integrated six-year programme which prepares students for the Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) at Year 4 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBDP) at Year 6.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | Fee not verified — check the school's published schedule |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Bilingual English-Chinese focus. IB Diploma. Connected to Hwa Chong Institution (elite local school). Strong Mandarin immersion option.
IB, Local+English
IGCSE and IB Diploma
IB Diploma, IGCSE
More information can be found here: https://www.hcis.edu.sg/student-learning/2023-ib-results/
Chinese and other languages as required.
moderate
8:15am – This would depend on the level of study.
We have school canteens here where the students can purchase their meals.
Recommended neighborhoods
Bukit Timah, Holland Village, Clementi, Queenstown
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