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St. Joseph's Institution International

490 Thomson Road, Singapore, 298191
"''Ora Et Labora''"
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Data verified from public sources
Annual Fees$ 30,306 – $ 35,067
Ages4 – 18

St. Joseph's Institution International is a IPC / IBDP / IGCSE school in Singapore, Singapore. Founded in 2007. It serves 2,100 students for students aged 4–18. Annual tuition ranges from $30,306 to $35,067 USD.

Location & Getting There

490 Thomson Road, Singapore, 298191Open in Maps
Bus service available

NanaSays Scorecard

Est. 2007
Year Founded
2,100
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available
Scholarships Available
EAL Support
SEN Support

Key Details

Curricula Offered
IPCYes
IBDPYes
IGCSEYes
Support Services
EAL SupportYes
SEN SupportYes
WellbeingYes
Bus ServiceYes
Accreditations
EduTrust Certification
Languages of Instruction
English

Scholarships Available

Merit-based Scholarships

The Lasallian Scholarship is a six-year merit-based, means-tested programme for Singaporean students entering Grade 7. It covers tuition fees and is awarded to up to four students annually. Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership qualities, and commitment to community service.

Key facts

Founded
2007
Ages
4–18 (Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
2,100

About

St. Joseph's Institution International is a co-educational day and boarding school located in Singapore, catering to students aged 4 to 18. The school offers the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), IGCSE, and the IB Diploma Programme with English as the language of instruction. With approximately 2,100 pupils, it is one of Singapore's established international schools.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

Why Families Choose

Holistic, values-driven international education rooted in Lasallian Catholic tradition welcoming all faiths; community of over 2,300 students across three schools representing 40+ nationalities; strong emphasis on service learning, student leadership, and sustainability; bilingual programme in English and Chinese; extensive co-curricular programme through Beyond The Classroom; four full-time University Counsellors supporting Grades 8–12.

Fees & Financials

Grade / YearAnnual Fee
Grade 11SGD 47,388~$ 35,102
Grade 12SGD 39,802~$ 29,483
Grade 7 & 8SGD 37,202~$ 27,557
Grade 4 MainstreamSGD 35,876~$ 26,575
Grade 9, 10 & 10FCSGD 38,186~$ 28,286
Prep 1 to Grade 3 MainstreamSGD 35,876~$ 26,575
Grade 5 to Grade 6 MainstreamSGD 36,052~$ 26,705
Prep 1 to Grade 3 Bilingual ProgrammeSGD 43,050~$ 31,889

Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.

Original currency: S$40,954 per annum. Application fee: $1,210.

Admissions Process

  1. 1Speak to admissions team. 2. Optionally attend an Open House. 3. Submit an online application form with personal details and academic records. 4. Complete admissions test and interview (observational assessment for Prep 1 to Grade 1; computerized and written assessments plus interview for Grades 2–6; online interview with Senior Leadership Team for Grades 7–12). 5. Receive decision notification and confirm acceptance within two weeks, including payment of non-refundable enrolment fee.

Admissions Details

Admission Deposit
$4,444
due on acceptance
EAL Support Cost
$5,854
per year additional
Waitlist Policy

SJI International maintains a waitlist for grade levels where demand exceeds available spaces. Applicants are either offered a place or placed on the waitlist; the school does not operate a pool system.

Boarding Life

St Andrew's Hall is a co-educational boarding house housing up to 600 students, managed by St Andrew's Junior College. Facilities include a communal study centre, gym, dance studio, and music room. Students may also use St Andrew's wider recreational facilities.

Boarding is available from Grade 9 onwards. St Andrew's Hall is the official boarding house, a co-educational residence housing up to 600 students managed by St Andrew's Junior College. All new students who do not live with their parents or a direct blood relative are required to live at St Andrew's Hall. Transportation to the school is by public transport.

School Day

The school day typically starts at 8:00 AM and ends at 3:30 PM, with breaks and lunch periods scheduled throughout the day.

Student Life

House System

The school has a four-house system: Saint Benilde, Saint Jaime, Saint Miguel, and Saint Mutien. Each house is overseen by a Head of House and a House Unity Group (HUG). House points are earned through events, sportsmanship and representation, culminating in the House Cup. The house system supports the Virtues Project.

Houses
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Uniform

The school has a uniform policy with separate Elementary School Uniform Policy and High School Uniform Policy.

Food & Dining

Compass Group (Chartwells) operates the canteen and catering. Menus include Western, Asian, Vegetarian and allergen-controlled options; allergen-controlled kitchens exclude tree nuts, peanuts, crustaceans, molluscs and sesame. Boarding students receive breakfast and dinner on school days, and three meals per day on weekends and holidays.

Clubs & Activities
Academic and IntellectualArts and CreativeLifestyle and Wellbeing

Facilities & Programmes

Sports
25m Swimming Pool
Indoor Sports Hall
Fitness Room
Rock Climbing Wall
Basketball Courts
Netball Courts
Tennis Courts
FIFA- and IRB-approved Turf Field
Arts
Music
Drama
Visual Arts
Performing Arts
Creative Arts
Academic
Science Laboratories
Information Technology Centers
Digital Technologies Lab
Auditoriums
Black Box Theatre
Television Studios
Music Rooms
Art Rooms
Design & Technology Spaces
HS Media Suite
Humanities Centre
Library
Co-Curricular
Cricket
Table Tennis
Ultimate Frisbee
Softball
Rock Climbing
Fitness Training
Badminton
Basketball

Wellbeing & Safety

Pastoral & Mental Health

SJI International offers a counseling program including individual and group counseling, psycho-educational sessions, and workshops on mental health and coping strategies. The counseling team collaborates with parents, teachers, and external professionals. Regular well-being surveys are conducted and the school employs school nurses, counsellors, Heads of Grade, and a Student Success team.

Safeguarding & Child Protection

SJI International adheres to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and maintains a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy reviewed annually. The policy emphasizes safe recruitment practices, regular staff training, and clear procedures for reporting and addressing concerns.

Student Demographics

School Type
Co-educational
Age Range
418
Preschool
Elementary
High School

School Background

Governance & Ownership

private

Religious Affiliation

Catholic (Lasallian)

Awards & Recognition

National Youth Achievement Award (NYAA) — approximately 90% of Grade 9 students achieve Bronze AwardIGCSE Top in the World Awards — four students recognised in August 2021

Sports Programme

Facilities
25m Swimming PoolIndoor Sports HallFitness RoomRock Climbing WallBasketball CourtsNetball CourtsTennis CourtsFIFA- and IRB-approved Turf Field

Frequently Asked Questions

Fees at St. Joseph's Institution International vary by year group. Contact the admissions office for a full fee schedule.