The new Perse School (Singapore) is bigger and better, and we’re all for it! Here’s what gives the British International School an edge over the rest.
Looking for a standout education that’s equal parts tradition and innovation? Say hello to The Perse School (Singapore), where British excellence meets a forward-thinking curriculum. Better yet, the school’s latest campus is set to impress with lots of new surprises up its sleeve!
Here are 5 things we absolutely love about the new Perse school:
1. A strong future-focussed curriculum
Let’s put it simply: the future is the only way forward. Perse School (Singapore) wholeheartedly believes in this mantra, embodying it in its curriculum. It’s all about equipping students with skills for the future: where academic subjects like maths and English are just one part of the puzzle, and equal emphasis is placed on students’ character, perspective, and life skills.
In line with this ethos, students are encouraged to engage in innovative co-curricular activities built into the weekly timetable. Think: bringing the classroom to the great outdoors, learning the ropes of entrepreneurship, checking out robotics and coding, as well as being exposed to a myriad of arts and music activities.
With over 400 years of proven academic excellence, the curriculum combines both academic programmes and experiential learning. The result? Students who are constantly curious, and not afraid to experiment. This gives them the necessary skills to navigate the real world. And of course, the teachers are at the core of it all, where Perse’s three-dimensional teachers go above and beyond to nurture each student.
2. An amazing new campus
The Perse School (Singapore) is currently undergoing a facelift, and will find its roots in a brand new campus. The school is sparing no expense in creating a superb facility for its students — and has even found a way to integrate its environment into learning. Nestled in Upper Bukit Timah, the school’s Nature Experience Centre has introduced plenty of outdoor learning and exploration in the area’s lush nature reserves.
Opening its doors in January 2025, the campus wows with gorgeous facilities! Watch the students’ creativity flourish in innovative classrooms, futuristic science labs, and creative studios. This expansive new campus is much larger than before, and can accommodate more than 1,400 students as part of a through-school education for three to eighteen year olds. This means lots of space for Pelicans (ages three to seven), Juniors (ages seven to 11), and Seniors (ages 11 to 18).
That’s not all: Perse steps up to do its part for the environment by incorporating green practices and an eco-friendly infrastructure. Helping to heal the world starts from a tender young age, after all!
3. The Cambridge Connection
Perse maintains strong connections with its alma mater in Cambridge. That’s how the Cambridge Connection came about, where both schools share resources, teaching pedagogy, experiences, and more. This also gives students a global outlook, exposing them to different cultures and ways of learning.
Fun fact: Perse’s new principal hails from Cambridge itself! Daniel Cross was previously Perse Cambridge’s senior deputy head, and has now taken over the reins of Principal at Perse Singapore. With 24 years of experience under his belt, Daniel is poised to bring the Perse Way to the Little Red Dot — and we just can’t wait to see what’s in store.
4. The Perse Way
A Perse education is anchored in The Perse Way, a philosophy and way of teaching developed and refined over the course of 400 years, This three-dimensional approach is where teachers take on all three aspects of students’ school life, namely academics, co-curriculars, and pastoral wellbeing. This ensures a close-knit continuity, ensuring steadfast student-teacher support, strong rapport, and a holistic, individualised learning journey.
The Perse Way is also underpinned by the schools four values: ‘Endeavour’, which revolves around continuous improvement and embracing setbacks; ‘Intellectual Curiosity’, where students develop a genuine love for learning; ‘Breadth and Balance’, where teachers and students put in their all to be involved and engaged; and ‘One Another and Our Environment’, where mutual respect for individuals, peers, and the environment comes into play.
5. Top tier education at affordable prices
And hey, for all this and more, Perse’s school fees are among the best you’ll find at an international school in Singapore. You’re looking at fees for all levels of primary school from $22,750 per year for a top-tier British education that checks all the boxes — swell, huh!
Intrigued? See for yourself how The Perse Way shapes each student’s trajectory, and how they help them excel in every way possible. Reach out to the admissions team to find out all you need to know. An exciting new beginning awaits!
This post is in partnership with The Perse School (Singapore).
