St Francis Methodist School, Singapore
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$10K – US$18K
Curriculum: IB · British · Cambridge
Age Range: 7–18
Students: 700
Location: Bukit Timah, Singapore
Updated February 2026
In Brief
St Francis Methodist School is a 65-year-old Methodist private school offering multiple curriculum pathways including IB, Cambridge IGCSE, and Australian AUSMAT from primary through pre-university levels. While parent reviews highlight caring teachers and individual attention, the school maintains a relatively low profile in Singapore's international education discussions compared to established institutions like UWCSEA or Tanglin Trust.
Founded in 1960 as an all-girls school with just 27 students, SFMS has evolved into a co-educational institution serving local and international families at its Upper Bukit Timah Road campus. The school offers an unusually broad range of qualifications including Cambridge Primary, IGCSE, International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (authorized in 2020), Pearson Edexcel International A-Levels, and the Australian AUSMAT programme. This flexibility allows families to choose pathways based on their university destination preferences, whether targeting UK, Australian, or international universities through the IB route.
Parent feedback consistently emphasizes the school's caring environment and individual attention from teachers, with several reviews noting significant improvement in children's academic performance and confidence. The Methodist foundation provides a values-based education framework while welcoming families of all backgrounds. However, some recent reviews express concerns about student behavior and academic rigor, suggesting the school may face challenges maintaining consistent standards as it has grown from its small founding community.
What parents value
- –Multiple curriculum pathways (IB, Cambridge, Australian AUSMAT) offering university destination flexibility
- –Caring teachers who provide individual attention and go the extra mile for students
- –Clean, well-maintained campus environment
- –Values-based Methodist education welcoming families of all backgrounds
- –Strong track record with 65 years of educational experience
- –Quality accreditations including EduTrust and Singapore Quality Class certification
Points of consideration
- –Mixed recent parent reviews with some concerns about student behavior and academic standards
- –Limited visibility in Singapore's international school discussions compared to tier-one institutions
- –Relatively small scale may limit subject options and extracurricular breadth compared to larger international schools
- –Fee structure not publicly available, requiring direct contact for cost planning
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Primary 1–2 | 7 | 10,858 |
| Primary 3–4 | 9 | 10,858 |
| Primary 5–6 | 11 | 10,858 |
| Year 7–8 | 12 | 12,951 |
| Year 9–10 (O-Level / IGCSE) | 14 | 13,830 |
| Year 11–12 (WACE) | 16 | 14,357 |
| Year 11–12 (IBDP) | 16 | 18,693 |
Fees converted from SGD. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | 645 |
| Enrolment Fee | 293 |
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Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Singapore's international schools serve a highly diverse student body. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
Mr Lee Hak Boon - Principal
Mr Lee Hak Boon is the Principal of St Francis Methodist School (International) in Singapore, a position he has held since at least 2023. He brings Singapore education, having previously served as Principal of Catholic High School (2003-2014), Loyang Secondary School (2015-2017 and 2018+), and Xinmin Secondary School (1998-2002).
