Hi
I am exploring the feasibility of moving to Singapore from the US. Can someone please help? I have been having a tough time interpreting some of the older responses on this forum.
1 - When does the school year start and when does it end?
2 - How does the grading system work? In the US, we have Pre-K (until 5 yrs of age), Kindergarten at 5 yrs and Grade 1 starts at 6 yrs. How does it work in Singapore?
3 - When does the admission and registration process start? By when do we have to register / apply to the schools to get our kids into the next academic year? In the US, we typically have to start in December of the previous year to registers for the following September school year.
4 - Do International Schools in Singapore follow the western (American / Canadian) education style or the 'rote-ing' method?
5 - What are the school hours for Kindergarten?
6 - Do the kids under 4 yrs typically go to a private 'nursery' or 'Montessori' school?
7 - Is it possible for a child to join a private school (International School) mid-year? How easy or feasible is it?