Most Expensive International School in Singapore 2025–2026
Most Expensive International School in Singapore
The most expensive international schools in Singapore are typically Tanglin Trust School, United World College South East Asia (UWCSEA), Singapore American School (SAS) and Dulwich College (Singapore). Annual tuition for primary can exceed SGD 45,000; secondary and IBDP can reach SGD 50,000–55,000+.
Top-tier fee range (indicative)
- Tanglin Trust School: Primary approx. SGD 38,000–48,000; secondary and Sixth Form higher. British curriculum.
- UWCSEA: Primary approx. SGD 38,000–45,000; IBDP years higher. IB curriculum.
- Singapore American School: Primary approx. SGD 40,000–48,000; high school higher. American curriculum.
- Dulwich College (Singapore): Primary approx. SGD 38,000–45,000; secondary and A-Level/IB higher. British curriculum.
What premium fees include
- Extensive facilities (sports, arts, labs)
- Multiple curricula and pathways
- Strong university placement
- Pastoral and learning support
- Often still extra: registration, capital development, EAL, board exams
How to decide
Compare total cost (tuition + one-off and annual extras) over the years your child will attend. See our Singapore fees comparison and main Singapore guide.
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