zac's mum\" post_id=\"2068597\" time=\"1653455170\" user_id=\"53606:[quote=\"zac's mum\" post_id=2068597 time=1653455170 user_id=53606]
I was surprised to find out that they accept entry via DSA, even before PSLE results come out. Best u enquire now as interviews etc are probably already ongoing. To satisfy MOE, they just need to verify upon PSLE results release that the score is AL20 (or better).[/quote]

PK123\" post_id=\"2068594\" time=\"1653454210\" user_id=\"13578:

Hi,

My son is currently in PSLE. We are Singapore Citizens. He is currently not doing well academically. I want to move him to International School in Secondary. I understand that we require MOE approval for this purpose. Is it possible to get approval? Any parents who have moved their kids to International school in Secondary and can share the experience.

PK123\" post_id=\"2068594\" time=\"1653454210\" user_id=\"13578:

Hi,

My son is currently in PSLE. We are Singapore Citizens. He is currently not doing well academically. I want to move him to International School in Secondary. I understand that we require MOE approval for this purpose. Is it possible to get approval? Any parents who have moved their kids to International school in Secondary and can share the experience.

phtthp\" post_id=\"2063607\" time=\"1649143106\" user_id=\"35251:

Having checked with parent chatgroups, I do know that the 3 local international schools charge about $30,000 for one academic year

phtthp\" post_id=\"2063607\" time=\"1649143106\" user_id=\"35251:[quote=phtthp post_id=2063607 time=1649143106 user_id=35251]Which is the most expensive International school in Singapore, for Secondary (1 to 4) students, aged 13 to 16 years old ?

phtthp\" post_id=\"2063607\" time=\"1649143106\" user_id=\"35251:

What is the school fees per month, for International students ?
https://www.moe.gov.sg/news/press-releases/20211021-revised-school-fees-for-non-citizens-in-government-and-government-aided-schools-for-2022-and-2023

Which is the most expensive International school in Singapore, for Secondary (1 to 4) students, aged 13 to 16 years old ?
No idea.

zac's mum\" post_id=\"2056740\" time=\"1643006460\" user_id=\"53606:[quote=\"zac's mum\" post_id=2056740 time=1643006460 user_id=53606]
Just curious:
- Hwa Chong International doesnt offer frequent Chinese lessons?

I don't know the frequency and would expect HC International to offer daily lessons.
But my comment last night was referring to the Tanglin Trust and UWC vs SJI International. Don't know how much things have changed lately but a few years ago when people around me were actively discussing the options, the infrequency of CL lessons was one of the main reasons they all went to SJI International. I am not sure why these friends did not consider HC International.

- Are the Singaporean students enrolled in these “local” international schools still subject to MOE’s compulsory MTL requirements?[/quote]

manorway\" post_id=\"2056708\" time=\"1642955543\" user_id=\"9303:

Singapore Sec sch kids can opt for international schools. We know quite a few who went to international schools after PSLE. The high tuition fee is a huge deterrent but for those who don't mind the high fees and want kids to do the IB eventually will consider. One factor someone told me before that I think may affect Singaporean's decision is the second language lessons. If I recall right, only SJI International offers more frequent chinese lessons.

Teacherfelina\" post_id=\"2055668\" time=\"1642107296\" user_id=\"189330:

For ACS HCI and SJI they usually want yr child to take an admission test to see if yr child suits their system. But other international schools don't do that. Every international school curriculum varies. SJI and Tanglin trust results are not too bad. XCL World Academy is another IPCP school besides SOTA.

There are plenty of options in SG. Most importantly for the child to enjoy learning in the school.

slmkhoo\" post_id=\"2055592\" time=\"1642056315\" user_id=\"28674:

Not sure what the procedure is for the other international schools - I think it's more that the school has limited places for Singaporeans, so if they are already full, then they can't accept any more (this is for sec school

doodbug\" post_id=\"2055598\" time=\"1642057268\" user_id=\"13281:

Ah ok...the MOE website should be valid!
For the more popular schools, I would imagine there won't be vacancies though, after SPERS.

doodbug\" post_id=\"2055594\" time=\"1642056573\" user_id=\"13281:

Regarding returning Singaporeans who are Sec 1 or older:
For ACS Intl, HCIS and SJII, apply straight to those schools if child is Sec 1 or beyond.
For all MOE independent schools, government and government aided schools, schools no longer have prerogative on whom to admit - it is completely centralized at MOE. You will have to apply through SPERS. The only exception I believe is in the JC1 year where you can apply straight to the JCs.

frugaldad\" post_id=\"2055569\" time=\"1642028915\" user_id=\"163169:

Hi, thank you for the input.

Do returning overseas secondary students have to apply to MOE for approval in order to enroll into SJI international and etc...? Or can they apply straight to the SJI international?

It is amazing that both your kids were able to rejoin singapore secondary schools. What did they do to prepare for the transition? And were they able to pick their choice sec schools or were they allocated by MOE? Did the schools hold any admission tests for them?

Thank you and have a great day

slmkhoo\" post_id=\"2055507\" time=\"1641970150\" user_id=\"28674:

Getting a place in a \"foreign\" international school can be difficult as they have quotas for Singaporeans (imposed by MOE). However, there are 3 \"local\" international schools - ACS Int, HCI Int, SJI Int. Those don't have quotas, as far as I know.

Students schooled overseas have joined local sec schools. It's not the easiest transition, but with prep and planning, it can be done. Both my kids rejoined Singapore schools at sec levels (aged 14 and 16). For MT, they may be able to get exemption, or take syllabus B.