Shopping around for an international school that doesn't break the bank? Check out our handy list on 12 of the most affordable international schools in Singapore.
Affordable international schools in Singapore? Although it might sound like an oxymoron, it’s an actual, real thing. With fees at regular international schools up to $50,000 annually, we understand why you cringe each time you whip out that cheque book. Add multiple kids to the mix and you’ve got a whole lot more to worry about…
Here’s something to ease those worries: our list of budget-friendly international schools in Singapore. Yup, we’ve done the work and found the international schools with lower tuition fees that won’t break the bank. You’re welcome.
Affordable international schools in Singapore under $25,000 per year
1. Middleton International School
Curriculum: Reggio Emilia-inspired, IPC, Singapore-inspired maths, Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and International A-Levels
Fees: Starts at $22,892.92 per year, including GST
Location: Tampines
When it comes to offering high quality international education at a more accessible fee, you can’t go wrong with Middleton International School. This school doesn’t compromise on teaching quality, academic pathways, and the overall student experience.
Catering to students aged four to 18, Middleton offers them a clear progression starting from a Reggio Emilia-inspired early years programme; to IPC and Singapore-inspired maths in primary school; followed by Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and International A-Levels in secondary school. What’s its academic track record like? Well, nearly half of its 2026 cohort achieved at least one A*/A, while two scored four A* and one A each in the International A-Levels. All of them secured seats in their first-choice university (the likes of University College London, Nanyang Technological University, University of Melbourne, etc.) as well as S$1.74 million in scholarships. That’s no easy feat!
But it’s not just academics in this school – wellbeing and out-of-classroom experiences are key at Middleton too. Its wellbeing programme is developed in partnership with The Contentment Foundation to support students’ emotional wellbeing, resilience, and self-awareness. On the other hand, students also have loads of opportunities to gain real-world exposure, be it through competitive sports with ACSIS, share ideas through TEDxYouth and Model United Nations, contribute through the school’s student council, and more.
Plus, your child will be joining a truly diverse school in Middleton, where they’ll learn alongside peers from over 50 nationalities. Additional languages are also offered – Mandarin, Hindi, and French – and there’s an English as an Additional Language programme available for children who require extra language support.
Middleton International School’s website
Middleton International School’s profile
2. One World International School
Curriculum: IBPYP, modified Cambridge, IGCSE, IBDP
Fees: Starts at $24,158 per year, including GST
Location: Jurong West, Newton, and Punggol
This multicultural school aims to nurture young minds into well-rounded, independent life learners and global citizens – all at a thoughtful price. One World International School is a moderate fee school offering the IB PYP, IGCSE, and IBDP curricula.
One World International School’s website
One World International School’s Profile
3. Global Indian International School
Curriculum: Global Montessori Plus, CBSE, IBPYP, Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE, IBDP
Fees: Starts at $10,454.19 per year, including GST
Location: Punggol and East Coast
At Global Indian International School, students are encouraged to be curious through a balanced and holistic approach towards education. Its SMART Campus offers students access to state-of-the-art facilities, where they follow the IBPYP, IBDP, a modified Cambridge curriculum, and IGCSE curricula. There’s even a Chinese-English Bilingual Programme! But that’s not all – it’s also lower in price compared to other international schools in Singapore. Winning!
Global Indian International School’s website
Global Indian International School’s Profile
4. Invictus International School
Curriculum: IPC, IMYC, IGCSE, Cambridge A-Levels
Fees: Starts at $23,805.60 per year, including GST
Location: Dempsey Hill, Little India, and Bukit Timah
The folks at Invictus International School are all about quality education at an affordable price. The school aims to be a leading educational institution where each and every student is developed holistically and given opportunities to succeed – all without breaking the bank.
Invictus International School’s website
Invictus International School’s Profile
5. The Grange Institution
Curriculum: Cambridge Primary, IPC
Fees: Starts at $22,935 per year, including GST
Location: Yio Chu Kang
Looking for a smaller school? The Grange Institution is an international primary school that provides its students with a dynamic and creative environment. It is the first international school in Singapore that delivers both the IPC and Cambridge Primary curriculum.
The Grange Institution’s website
The Grange Institution’s Profile
6. Sir Manasseh Meyer International School
Curriculum: Singapore maths, British national curriculum, IPC, IMYC, IGCSE
Fees: Starts at $18,272 per year, including GST
Location: Sembawang
Sir Manasseh Meyer International School is a not-for-profit, child centered school that offers a rigorous International Education replete with tradition and culture. It has small class sizes that encourage personalised learning. The school also puts a lot of emphasis on its learners’ wellbeing, which makes for some seriously happy students!
Sir Manasseh Meyer International School’s website
Sir Manasseh Meyer International School’s Profile
7. Astor International School
Curriculum: IPC, Singapore Maths
Fees: Starts at $17,580 per year, including GST
Location: Tanglin
If an education with a personal touch is what you want for your child, look no further than Astor International School! The school follows an individualised educational approach, which means your child will enjoy personalised attention in a small class (with a teacher-student ratio of 1:18). This allows the teachers to adjust the curriculum accordingly and make changes for each student when necessary. As for curriculum, Astor offers an enquiry-based teaching and learning that follow the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) as well as Singapore Math and English for primary age students. The school also sets itself apart from other institutions by practising a four-hour school day. This is because Astor believes that shorter learning hours are more effective, and it also allows time for students to engage in the large range of extracurricular activities (ECA) offered.
Astor International School’s website
Astor International School’s Profile
8. International French School (Singapore)
Curriculum: French, Cambridge IGCSE, French Bac, BFI
Fees: Starts at $24,405 per year, including GST
Location: Ang Mo Kio
At International French School (Singapore), non-native French-speaking kids (up to 11 years-old) get to learn French through a full immersion experience. Here, students have the best of all worlds — being part of an international community while learning French through its bilingual French-English curriculum. It also recently started the English International Stream for kindergarten to Grade 1 level, in which lessons follow the French curriculum but delivered fully in English.
International French School (Singapore)’s website
International French School (Singapore)’s Profile
9. Dimensions International College
Curriculum: Cambridge Primary, IGCSE, International A-Levels
Fees: Starts at $24,563 per year, including GST
Location: Six campuses around Singapore, including River Valley, Orchard, Tampines, and more.
Dimensions International College offers high-quality primary and high school education in Singapore at a reasonable price. It is Cambridge certified and aims to provide its students with a comprehensive curriculum that is taught by experienced full-time lecturers.
Dimensions International College’s website
10. HFSE International School
Curriculum: Self-developed curriculum based on Singapore national syllabus
Fees: Starts at $8,820 per year, excluding GST
Location: Mountbatten
HFSE International School’s ethos? Providing a strong support system for expat families who already have enough burden on their shoulders. It believes in giving students quality, independent education through a self-developed curriculum that uses Singapore English and Mathematics.
HFSE International School’s website
11. TLS Academy
Curriculum: Accelerated Christian Education
Fees: Starts at $13,156 per year, including GST
Location: Newton
At TLS Academy, the approach to learning is individualised and student-centred, following the Accelerated Christian Education curriculum. It considers itself an affordable international school that aims to bring the best of education to as many as it can.
12. 5 Steps Academy
Curriculum: Self-developed primary curriculum, IGCSE, AP, International A-Levels
Fees: Starts at $18,136 per year, including GST
Location: East Coast
5 Steps Academy prides itself on its proven results. It uses a personalised approach that allows kids plenty of time for sports and hobbies. Its teaching staff includes PhD holders who work to prepare students for the challenges of the future.
Now that we’ve done the research for you, we advise booking a school tour (virtually or in-person) with your shortlisted schools. Be mindful that apart from tuition fees, many schools have other fees, including application fees and building fees. Be sure to double check with the schools for their full fee breakdowns and payment options.
Happy school hunting, folks!
