Chatsworth International School, Singapore
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$23K – US$31K
Curriculum: IB
Age Range: 3–18
Students: 800
Location: Singapore
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Chatsworth International School is an established IB World School in Singapore's Bukit Timah area, offering the complete IB continuum from kindergarten through Grade 12. With students from 55 nationalities and strong 2025 IBDP results averaging 34.3 points with 100% pass rates, it provides quality international education at mid-range fees of $30,250-$41,100.
Located on Bukit Tinggi Road near the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Chatsworth became one of Singapore's first schools authorized for the IB Diploma Programme in 2004. The school delivers all three IB programmes - Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme - creating a continuous pathway for students from K1 through Year 13. This full IB continuum approach distinguishes it from Singapore international schools that mix curricula or focus on single programmes.
Recent IBDP results demonstrate strong academic performance, with the Class of 2025 achieving a 100% pass rate and school average of 34.3 points, exceeding the global average of 30.6. The school supports multilingual development through its Mother Tongue Programme across MYP and DP levels, with 23% of 2025 graduates earning the prestigious IB Bilingual Diploma. With students representing approximately 55 nationalities, Chatsworth maintains a diverse international community while fostering close connections within its single-campus environment surrounded by Singapore's natural greenery.
What parents value
- –Complete IB continuum from kindergarten through Grade 12
- –Strong 2025 IBDP results - 34.3 average points with 100% pass rate
- –Diverse community with students from 55 nationalities
- –Mother Tongue Programme supporting multilingual development
- –Early IB authorization dating to 2004 shows established expertise
- –Beautiful location near Bukit Timah Nature Reserve
- –Mid-range fees at $30,250-$41,100 annually
Points of consideration
- –Single campus may limit expansion possibilities
- –Limited public information about specific facilities and resources
- –No detailed university placement data available
- –Smaller profile compared to some established Singapore international schools
What Parents Say
Chatsworth International School is a mid-tier IB school in Bukit Timah that divides opinion. Full IB continuum, K through Diploma.
Read full parent commentary →Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten 1 & 2 | 3 | 23,753 |
| Years 1 - 5 | 5 | 27,444 |
| Year 6 | 10 | 27,562 |
| Year 7 | 11 | 28,072 |
| Years 8 - 9 | 12 | 28,190 |
| Years 10 - 11 | 14 | 29,289 |
| Years 12 - 13 | 16 | 32,273 |
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
IB Results (Class of 2025): IB Pass Rate 100%, School Average 34.3 points (World Average 30.6), Top Score 40 points, Bilingual Diploma 23% of students (100% pass rate). IB Results (Class of 2024): IB Pass Rate 95.7%, School Average 34 points (World Average 30.32), Top Score 44 points. IB MYP eAssessment (May 2024): School Average 45 points out of 56 (World Average 37.48), Top Score 52 points, Average Personal Project grade 5.36 (World Average 4.02).
Extra Curriculars
Sports: Basketball, football, badminton, cross country running, netball, touch rugby, ultimate frisbee. Competitive sports offered via ACSIS (Athletic Conference Singapore International Schools). Arts/Music: Visual arts, drama, music, drama room, visual art rooms, music rooms, music practice rooms, Arts Nights, IN Art (International Schools Art Exhibition), High School musical production, talent show, vocal ensemble CCA, Primary honour choir.
Campus: Located next to Bukit Timah Nature Reserve. Sports Facilities: Swimming Pool, Sports Hall, Basketball Court, Football Pitch/Field, Playgrounds and Sandpits. Arts/Academic Facilities: Main Hall with stage lighting (capacity 236), Drama/Blackbox room, Amphitheater (open air), 2 Art Rooms (capacity 34-38), 2 Music Rooms, 4 Music Studios (Music Practice Rooms), Library (Primary and Secondary spaces), Science Labs (Science Lab capacity 50), Makerspace, Design Rooms, Canteen, Nurse's Room, Counselling & Student Services Room.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
- EduTrust certified 4-year certification, first awarded 2012, renewed 2016, current until Feb 2025
- CPE reg. no. 199405288W, period 30/06/2023-29/06/2027
Accreditations
- WASC full accreditation since 2004
- CIS no
- NEASC no
- COBIS/BSO no
- ISQM no
Memberships
- Association for the Advancement of International Education
- ChildSafeguarding
- TES EduCare
- FOBISIA no
- ACSIS no
Student Body
Total Enrolment: Approximately 800 students. Nationalities: More than 50 nationalities (with over 55 mentioned). Student-Teacher Ratio: K1 & K2 (2:22), Y1 & Y2 (2:24), Y3 - Y13 (1:24).
Leadership
Dr. Tyler Sherwood - Head of School, Principal
Dr. Tyler Sherwood has served as Head of School at Chatsworth International School since February 2011, overseeing the development of its campuses and IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP) while fostering a strong community and pastoral care environment.
