Brighton College, Singapore
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$20K – US$37K
Curriculum: British
Age Range: 2–16
Students: ~750
Location: Lorong Chuan, Singapore
Updated February 2026
In Brief
If you want a deliberately small, British, academically focused school with strong pastoral attention in primary and lower secondary, and you like the Brighton UK ethos, put it on your shortlist. If you need a long-proven IBDP track record, a huge range of senior subject combinations, or lower fees, compare larger, more established campuses first.
Among Singapore parents and independent reviewers, Brighton College (Singapore) is seen as a small, academically selective British school that combines the Brighton UK brand with an intimate, prep-style environment and access to large-scale facilities through its partnership with AIS. Families who choose it tend to like the low class sizes, strong focus on core literacy and numeracy, and the clear British identity: EYFS then National Curriculum for England leading to IGCSE/GCSE and, in time, Sixth Form.
The school is still relatively young compared to long-established Singapore internationals. Reviews note that it is growing up quickly: adding GCSE, building out senior spaces and evolving leadership. Some see that as exciting; others as a work in progress. Recent parent-feature pieces and social media comments highlight a welcoming admissions and communication culture. Several families say they felt well looked after from the first enquiry and that leadership is accessible and responsive.
The small size is repeatedly framed as a strength for younger children and new-to-Singapore families. Children are known by name; teachers know the siblings; the campus feels calm rather than overwhelming. On the flip side, parents conscious of long-term options sometimes worry about joining while the Senior School is still developing and while the public exam track record for Years 11–13 is only just emerging.
Independent reviewers emphasise that fees sit firmly in the premium bracket, on par with other top-tier British schools. Brighton leans into a selective, academically focused positioning rather than trying to be all things to all families. That means strong stretch and ambition for able pupils; families with children who need significant learning support or a very broad, US-style high school programme may find a better fit elsewhere. Overall sentiment from parent interviews and commentary is that Brighton College (Singapore) feels like a well-run, still-growing British school best suited to families who value small scale, clear academic structure and the UK connection enough to accept a newer senior phase and a premium price tag.
What parents value
- –Intimate scale and small classes give a prep-school feel where children and families are known personally.
- –Strong British character: EYFS in early years and National Curriculum for England, with a clear path to GCSEs and future A-levels. Early and specialist teaching in key subjects, including structured English and maths and meaningful Mandarin rather than token language lessons.
- –Partnership with AIS gives access to large, shared facilities: full sports halls, fields, 8-lane pool and a professional theatre, while keeping Brighton's own campus relatively compact.
- –Leadership is described as visible and approachable; parents in interviews praise communication, the sense of community, and values like kindness and curiosity.
Points of consideration
- –Premium fee level: tuition and compulsory facility fees put Brighton at the top end of Singapore's international school market.
- –Senior phase is still young. GCSEs have only recently started; Year 11 opens in 2026 and Sixth Form is planned but not yet established, so long-term exam track record is limited.
- –Selective admissions and structured academic expectations may not suit children who need a more flexible or alternative pathway, or those requiring extensive learning support. Smaller roll means a narrower peer group compared with mega-campuses; some families prefer the buzz and breadth of very large schools.
- –As a relatively new school, elements of campus build-out and programme development are still evolving year by year.
What Parents Say
Brighton College Singapore is a relatively new British-curriculum campus, and most independent commentary in the past four years comes from school-review sites and teacher forums. A recentvisit describes small year groups and early specialist teaching, with senior years still building toward public exam results.
Read full parent commentary →Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery (5-day session) | 2 | 21,423 |
| Nursery (5-day session) | 3 | 27,279 |
| Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 | 5 | 32,704 |
| Year 3 to Year 6 | 7 | 33,955 |
| Year 7 to Year 9 | 11 | 37,543 |
| Year 10 to Year 11 | 14 | 39,418 |
Fees converted from SGD. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
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Academic Results
As Brighton College Singapore is a relatively new school (opened 2020), it has not yet published its own final graduating results for IB or A-level. The first Year 11 cohort is scheduled to sit IGCSE exams in 2027. However, the school highlights the 2025 results of Brighton College UK as a benchmark: - A-level: 98% A -B - GCSE: 98% 9/8/7 - Most common grades: A / 9 Named university destination highlights (Brighton College global network): University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, University College London, Imperial College London, Tsinghua University, National University of Singapore, University of Edinburgh.
Extra Curriculars
- Sports: Netball, Football, Basketball, Swimming, Touch Rugby, Volleyball, Sailing, Cross-country running, Yoga, Inline skating. - Arts/Music: Performing Arts (Dance, Drama, Music), Creative Arts (Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking, Photography), Design and Technology (3D printing, Lego robotics), Speech and Drama (LAMDA). - Clubs: Over 100 CCAs including Cryptic Puzzle Solving, Egyptology, Linguistics Club, Engineering Club, Italian Culture Club, Pupil Newspaper, Coding, Game Design, Mindfulness.
- Campus: Shares facilities within the Early Learning Village and AIS campus. - Swimming Pool: 25-metre swimming pool. - Sports Halls: 'The Hive' indoor sports hall, large indoor gymnasium, large all-weather outdoor sports field.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
Inspection body: Brighton College (Singapore) operates in line with Singapore's private education regulations and, like other international schools, is subject to local quality-assurance frameworks. External reviewers characterise the school as well run with visible leadership and a clear trajectory as it expands its Senior School.
- CPE Registration Number 201904884D, period 14 October 2023 to 13 October 2027
- Not publicly listed.
Operates under Singapore private education regulations; subject to local quality-assurance frameworks. External reviewers characterise the school as well run with visible leadership.
Accreditations
- Not publicly listed.
Memberships
- FOBISIA joined June 2024
- Not publicly listed.
Student Body
- Total Enrolment: Over 500 (Schrole: 504; International Schools Database: Over 280; planned capacity ~550). - Number of Nationalities: More than 30. - Demographic Breakdown: Roughly 40% British, 22% Chinese, 6% Australian, 6% Japanese, 4% Indian.
Leadership
Nick Davies
Nick Davies is Head of College, with Gavin Clark heading the Prep School; both are frequently mentioned in recent independent reviews as visible, hands-on leaders focused on academic stretch and community. Founding Headmaster Paul Wilson led the school through its opening phase before leadership transitioned as the school expanded beyond primary.
