Frequently asked questions
Check the current MOE pages for rules, dates, and fees that can change.
Yes. International students can apply, but a place is not guaranteed. For Primary 1, families first submit an online indication of interest before Phase 3. For later primary and secondary levels, the usual routes are AEIS or S-AEIS.
The first call takes 20 to 30 minutes. You tell me about your child, your timeline, and what feels unclear. I explain the options and the next steps.
AEIS is the Admissions Exercise for International Students. It is for entry in the following school year. S-AEIS is the supplementary exercise for entry in the same school year.
Primary school applicants need the relevant Cambridge English Qualification result before applying for AEIS or S-AEIS. Check the current MOE eligibility table before booking a test.
Start with foundations, not full practice papers. Read together, build comfort with everyday maths, and introduce simple worksheets slowly.
It can be. Consider your child’s age, how long you may stay, the change between school systems, and your backup options.
Keep a backup school ready and continue learning while you plan the next application window. A future place cannot be promised.
English is the main language used for teaching in local schools. The larger adjustment is often the pace, confidence, routines, and asking for help.
Tell the school early that your child entered during the year. Ask which topics were missed and what support is available.
Not automatically. It depends on your child’s actual gap and what you can support at home.
Local school fees for international students depend on nationality, immigration status, level, and the current year. Always use the current MOE fee table.
Many schools publish open-house information for interested families. Check the school’s current website before visiting.
Kavin moved from India to Singapore as a child, sat the PSLE, studied at Victoria School, completed O-Levels with 2 points, and later attended Raffles Institution.
Still unsure which answer applies to your family? The resource guides cover each admission route in depth, and a free 20 to 30 minute call covers the questions that are specific to your child.