The Perse School (Singapore)

The school’s mission is to inspire intellectual curiosity, cultivate scholarship, and foster a lifelong love of learning through outstanding teaching in a Cambridge context. It employs a '3-Dimensional' teaching approach that balances academic excellence with holistic support for student well-being and co-curricular engagement. The school emphasizes experiential learning, encouraging students to develop practical skills and a thirst for discovery.

The academic programme is divided into three stages: the Pelican School (ages 3-7), the Junior School (ages 7-11), and the Senior School (ages 11-18). The curriculum is based on the Cambridge International framework, featuring an immersive English-Mandarin bilingual programme in the early years and specialist teaching for core STEM subjects in the Junior and Senior years. Languages offered include Mandarin, Japanese, and French, and the Senior School pathway prepares students for IGCSEs and future A-Level studies.

The school prepares students for future university pathways through a rigorous Cambridge curriculum, culminating in IGCSE examinations. It maintains a strong connection to The Perse School in Cambridge, UK, which is noted for its high rate of Oxbridge offers. The school aims to develop confident, well-rounded individuals who possess intellectual curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

The school offers an English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme for students requiring support with English proficiency, with various tiers of intensity available. Additionally, a structured Learning Support programme is provided, categorized into tiers to meet diverse student needs. Specialist teachers and assistants are available to provide personalized guidance and support across the curriculum.

The school welcomes applications for students from Nursery to Year 11, with plans to offer A-Levels for Years 12 and 13. Prospective families are encouraged to book a campus tour, which may be conducted as a group session on Saturdays or as a personalised in-person or virtual visit. The admissions process involves an application and assessment fee, and the school provides support for MOE exemption applications where required. Due to high demand, early booking of tours and applications is recommended.

The academic year runs from August to June and is divided into two semesters. The calendar includes term dates, half-term breaks, public holidays, and teacher professional development days. For the 2025-2026 academic year, Term 1 begins on 25 August 2025 and concludes on 12 December 2025, followed by Term 2 from 6 January 2026 to 27 March 2026, and Term 3 from 14 April 2026 to 26 June 2026.

Located at 58 Chestnut Drive near nature reserves, the campus features modern classrooms, advanced science laboratories, and creative arts studios. Specialized facilities include a Culinarian Lab, a Performance Arts Studio for drama and music, a WaterPlay Zone for early years, and an expansive football field. The campus is designed to be sustainable and includes green spaces intended to foster environmental stewardship.

The school integrates co-curricular experiences into the core school day, including entrepreneurship, outdoor learning, and a wide array of sports, arts, and music. Students have access to expert coaching through partnerships, such as the Barça Football Academy. Additionally, the Perse Exploration Society facilitates outdoor education, and the Pelican Parliament provides leadership opportunities for younger students.