Dover Court International School, Singapore

In Brief

Dover Court International School is one of Singapore's longest-established international schools, founded in 1972 and serving 2,050 students from over 60 nationalities on a spacious 12-acre campus in Queenstown. Under Nord Anglia Education ownership, it offers British curriculum education with IB Diploma and BTEC pathways, maintaining a strong community feel despite its considerable size.

Operating from a green 12-acre campus in Queenstown, DCIS follows the National Curriculum for England in primary years integrated with the International Primary Curriculum, using concept-based inquiry learning that connects subjects through big ideas like Ancient Civilisations. Secondary students can choose between traditional IGCSE-to-IB Diploma pathways or vocational BTEC qualifications in areas like Business and ICT from Year 9, with adapted curriculum options for students requiring additional support through ASDAN accreditation.

With interim Principal Christopher Short leading until August 2026, the school serves approximately 2,050 students with British families forming the largest nationality group at 23%, though no other nationality exceeds 15% of enrollment. Annual fees range from $29,178 for nursery to $45,609 for sixth form, positioning it in the mid-to-upper tier of Singapore's international school market. The school's Nord Anglia connections provide access to partnerships with institutions like Juilliard for performing arts, while its inclusive admissions policy and strong special educational needs support distinguish it from more selective Singapore international schools.