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What to look for in International School

Post by glenda2868 » Sun, 08 Dec 2024 1:06 pm

Hi, my family just moved to Singapore a few months back and I’m trying to figure out the best schooling options for my daughter as she starts high school. I’ve heard that the local secondary school route can be tricky for expats, so we’re leaning towards International Schools. What should I consider when deciding on the right school for her? Any recommendations or personal experiences with International Schools here? Thanks!

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Re: What to look for in International School

Post by PNGMK » Mon, 09 Dec 2024 10:01 am

Choose a not for profit school. The for profit schools will absolutely wine and dine you but they are not great behind the scenes. Some not for profit American curriculum schools include ICS and SAS. OFS Chatsworth, Standford are for profit.

The problem with for profit schools is that they are for profit, not for education.
I not lawyer/teacher/CPA.
You've been arrested? Law Society of Singapore can provide referrals.
You want an International School job? School website or http://www.ISS.edu
Your rugrat needs a School? Avoid for profit schools
You need Tax advice? Ask a CPA
You ran away without doing NS? Shame on you!

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Re: What to look for in International School

Post by PNGMK » Mon, 09 Dec 2024 10:07 am

I should add; for American curriculum schools check where they are on AP test results and admissions into colleges. A little school like ICS is absolutely beating the for profit schools on AP marks.
I not lawyer/teacher/CPA.
You've been arrested? Law Society of Singapore can provide referrals.
You want an International School job? School website or http://www.ISS.edu
Your rugrat needs a School? Avoid for profit schools
You need Tax advice? Ask a CPA
You ran away without doing NS? Shame on you!

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