St Joseph's Institution International (SJII)
International School in Singapore
Quick answer
St Joseph's Institution International (SJII) is a Lasallian Catholic IB international school in Singapore, welcoming students of all nationalities and faiths. The school enrols 800 students from 40 nationalities, offering IGCSE and IB Diploma pathways, accredited by IBO and CIS. Annual tuition runs $22,000-$31,000 USD (true cost ~$29,800, +12% — Singapore's 80th cost percentile). Admissions are moderate; best suited to families wanting Catholic-heritage IB education with strong character-development focus.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE.
- Tuition: $22,000–$31,000/yr published annual range.
- 40 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: 4-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS verified.
800
40
Fixed intake
IBO, CIS
IGCSE
About St Joseph's Institution International (SJII)
A leading Catholic international school in Singapore, SJI International delivers IB education with faith, service, and global excellence.
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: strong
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $22,000 – $31,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $29,800(+12%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $32,300 |
| Cost position in Singapore | 80th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Catholic heritage, welcomes all faiths. Tuition SGD 30,000-42,000 by grade. Registration SGD 2,500. Facility fee SGD 5,000-7,000/year. Technology fee SGD 1,500-2,500/year. Bus SGD 3,000-5,000/year. Uniforms SGD 300-600.
IB, British
IGCSE
strong
Recommended neighborhoods
Upper Thomson, Bishan, Ang Mo Kio, Toa Payoh
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Singapore
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Catholic heritage, welcomes all faiths. Tuition SGD 30,000-42,000 by grade. Registration SGD 2,500. Facility fee SGD 5,000-7,000/year. Technology fee SGD 1,500-2,500/year. Bus SGD 3,000-5,000/year. Uniforms SGD 300-600.
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