DPS International School Singapore opened in 2004 to serve the growing Indian expatriate community in Singapore, and combines the best of an Indian curriculum heritage with internationally recognised Cambridge qualifications. Students follow either the ICSE route of the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations or the Cambridge pathway of IGCSE and A Level, choosing toward the end of the middle years. On price it sits at the value end of the Singapore market, which is part of its appeal.
DPS International School Singapore at a glance
| Detail | Summary |
|---|---|
| Curriculum and exam boards | ICSE (Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations) and Cambridge International IGCSE and A Level |
| Stages | Early years to Grade 12 (ages 3 to 18) |
| Founded | 2004 |
| Accreditation | Affiliated to the CISCE for ICSE; registered Cambridge International school for IGCSE and A Level |
| Fee band | Value tier for Singapore |
| Campus area | Hougang, in the north east (Aroozoo Avenue) |
Curriculum and academics
DPS runs two recognised tracks in parallel. The Indian curriculum route leads to the ICSE examinations of the CISCE, familiar to families moving between India and Singapore. Alongside it the school is a registered Cambridge International school, so students can instead take Cambridge IGCSE and A Level, the globally portable English medium qualifications used across the international sector. Students typically choose between the two paths toward the end of the middle years with teacher guidance.
The dual track suits families who want the option of staying within the Indian system or pivoting to a Cambridge route for a wider set of university destinations. The school does not offer the IB, so families set on the International Baccalaureate should look elsewhere. As a value option it appears in our guide to the cheapest international schools in Singapore.
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DPS International School Singapore fees
DPS is one of the more affordable international schools in Singapore, sitting at the value end of our Singapore international school fees guide, which puts the value tier at roughly SGD 14,000 to 24,000 a year. ICSE tuition tends to be lower than the Cambridge IGCSE and A Level track, and the school is known for keeping entry costs down, with a modest admission fee and no large capital levy.
Even at the value end, budget for a registration fee, a deposit and optional transport and meals, and check whether examination fees for ICSE, IGCSE or A Level are billed separately. The absence of a heavy capital levy is a meaningful saving compared with the premium schools.
Admissions
Admission runs to the August academic year with rolling entry where places exist, which helps families relocating from India and elsewhere at different times. The process involves an application with prior school reports and an age appropriate assessment, with placement guided by the student's previous curriculum.
The choice between the ICSE and Cambridge tracks is usually made later in the middle years, so younger entrants do not need to decide immediately. For senior entry into IGCSE or A Level, the school checks that prior subjects align with the intended programme.
Location and who goes there
The campus is in Hougang in the north east of Singapore, on Aroozoo Avenue, on a sizeable site with sports grounds, science and computer laboratories and a library. The location and price draw heavily from the Indian expatriate community living in the north east and central north of the island, though the Cambridge track widens the intake. For many families the combination of a familiar curriculum and a manageable fee is the deciding factor.
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Frequently asked questions
How much are DPS International School Singapore fees?
DPS sits at the value end of the Singapore market, broadly SGD 14,000 to 24,000 a year, with the ICSE track usually cheaper than Cambridge IGCSE and A Level. Entry costs are modest with no large capital levy, but confirm the current schedule and any separate examination fees.
What curriculum does DPS International School follow?
DPS offers two tracks: the Indian ICSE route of the CISCE and the Cambridge International pathway of IGCSE and A Level. Students usually choose between them toward the end of the middle years. The school does not offer the IB.
Is DPS International School Singapore a good school?
DPS is an established value option with recognised ICSE and Cambridge pathways, popular with the Indian expatriate community. We publish ratings only from verified reviews, so weigh the curriculum fit, recent results and a visit.
When do DPS applications open?
The school runs to the August academic year with rolling entry where places exist, so families can apply through the year. Senior entry into IGCSE or A Level is checked against prior subjects.
Where is DPS International School Singapore located?
The campus is in Hougang in the north east of Singapore, on Aroozoo Avenue, convenient for families living in the north east and central north of the island.
