Canadian International School, Lakeside Campus

The school’s philosophy centers on fostering a supportive, inclusive, and rigorous learning environment that empowers students to reach their full potential. It emphasizes the importance of play, exploration, and inquiry, particularly in early years, and promotes a culture of engagement, curiosity, and innovation. The school values diversity and aims to develop well-rounded global citizens who act with integrity, generosity, and curiosity.

The school is an IB World School authorized to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for pre-kindergarten to grade 6, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 7 to 10, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for grades 11 and 12. The nursery curriculum is inspired by the IB PYP framework. The school also offers a Chinese-English bilingual programme from pre-kindergarten to grade 6. Digital literacy is integrated through a "One to World Programme," requiring iPads for grades 3–6 and MacBooks for grades 7–12.

The school provides learning support for students, including those with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC). It utilizes evidence-based frameworks such as Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and the Autism Education Trust (AET) framework. Additionally, the school offers a Gifted and Talented Programme to support twice-exceptional learners.

The school accepts students from nursery to grade 12. The admissions process involves an online application, submission of previous school reports, and potential assessments. Due to high demand, waitlists exist for some year groups, and early application is advised. The school is EduTrust certified, allowing it to accept international students requiring Student Passes.

The school year is divided into two semesters. For the 2026/2027 academic year, Semester One runs from 12 August 2026 to 15 January 2027, and Semester Two runs from 18 January 2027 to 17 June 2027. The school day operates from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, with half-day options available for nursery students.

The campus is located at 7 Jurong West Street 41, Singapore. It features a dedicated kindergarten wing, canteens managed by Sodexo, and various sports and arts facilities. The school provides door-to-door bus transportation through an independent operator. Security is strictly managed, requiring parents to present ID cards for campus access.

The school offers a wide range of co-curricular activities, including competitive sports, arts, and service projects. The arts programme features school concerts, drama productions, dance showcases, and visual art exhibitions. The school also provides an experiential learning programme for grades 4–11, which includes curriculum-aligned global excursions across Asia and Europe. Additionally, students can participate in paid extra-curricular activities, such as language programmes.