International School Fees in Singapore

A detailed guide to international school tuition fees in Singapore, with fee comparison tables, hidden costs, and school-by-school pricing for expat families planning a move.

Average Tuition Ranges in Singapore

$15,000 – $45,000 per year

Singapore consistently ranks among the most expensive cities in the world for international school fees. The city-state's premium schools — including United World College of South East Asia (UWCSEA), Tanglin Trust School, and Singapore American School — are globally renowned and command tuition fees exceeding $40,000 per year at senior levels. However, there are also more affordable options in the $15,000–$25,000 range, particularly at newer schools and those offering the Singaporean or blended curricula. International school fees in Singapore are quoted in Singapore Dollars (SGD) and typically increase by 3–5% annually. Most schools require parents to purchase a building or development levy, which can add $3,000–$10,000 to first-year costs. Unlike Dubai, Singapore does not regulate fee increases, so parents should budget for annual rises.

Fee Comparison Table

School	Curriculum	Annual Fees	Age Range
Asia Immigration Consultancy	work, business, golden-visa	From SGD 2,500
Expat Relocation Singapore	work, digital-nomad	From SGD 2,200 (package)
OneCitizen Immigration	family, work	From SGD 800
Rikvin Immigration	work, business	From SGD 1,500
Singapore Employment Pass (EP)	work	From SGD 105
Singapore Immigration Partners	work, family	From SGD 3,000

Additional Costs to Budget For

Registration Fee

$500 – $5,000 — Non-refundable. Some schools charge a separate assessment fee.

Development Levy / Building Fund

$3,000 – $10,000 — One-time or annual capital fee at most schools.

Uniforms

$200 – $500 — Required at nearly all schools.

School Bus Transport

$2,000 – $4,500/year — Zone-based pricing. Most families use school buses.

Exam Fees (IGCSE/IB/AP)

$600 – $2,000 — Charged in external exam years.

Lunch Programme

$1,200 – $2,500/year — Cafeteria meal plans or pay-as-you-go options.

Extracurricular Activities

$500 – $3,000/year — Many activities included; specialist programmes cost extra.

Schools with Tuition Details

Related Resources

• All schools in Singapore
• All Parent Guides