Stamford American International School is a IB Primary Years Programme / IB Middle Years Programme / IB Diploma Programme / IB school in Singapore, Singapore. Founded in 2009. It serves 3,000 students for students aged 0–18. Annual tuition ranges from $13,626 to $38,665 USD.
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Scholarships Available
Academic Scholarships awarded based on academic potential, past records, teacher recommendations, and sometimes interview or test. Arts Scholarships for students with outstanding talent in visual arts, music, drama, or creative expression — requires portfolio or audition. Sports Scholarships for athletically gifted students demonstrating excellence in sports — assessed on achievements, potential contributions, and personal interviews.
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About
Stamford American International School is a private, coeducational day school in Singapore authorized to offer the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme. All instruction is conducted in English, with students studying a wide range of IB subjects including languages, sciences, humanities, and the arts. The school has been an IB World School since 2012 and serves students from early childhood through secondary education.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Broad curriculum offering combining American education with the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP); large international community in Singapore; accepts students from infancy through secondary school.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grade 1-5 | SGD 47,390~$ 35,104 |
| Grade 6-8 | SGD 48,360~$ 35,822 |
| Grade 9-12 | SGD 54,210~$ 40,156 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: S$18,414 per annum. Application fee: $681.
Admissions Process
- 1Speak to admissions. 2. Book an Open House session. 3. Submit online application with documents (birth certificate, passport, school reports, assessments). 4. Pay non-refundable application fee. 5. Student assessment and/or interview. 6. Review of application. 7. Offer of placement. 8. Accept offer and pay enrollment deposit. 9. Prepare for school start.
Admissions Details
If the desired grade level is full, the applicant is placed on a waitlist. Families are notified about their position periodically. As spaces become available, enrollment offers are extended based on date of application, sibling priority, and corporate debentures. Families have a specified period to accept the offer.
School Day
Elementary School (Grades 1-5): 8:25 AM to 3:05 PM with morning recess and lunch period. Middle and High School (Grades 6-12): 8:25 AM to 3:50 PM with time between classes and a lunch period.
Student Life
The school has a house system; a House T-shirt is part of the Secondary uniform.
Uniforms are required for all students from Nursery to Secondary School. The complete uniform set can be purchased through Lim Meng Keng Department Store, with online ordering and home delivery. A House T-shirt is part of the Secondary uniform.
Lunch is provided for all full-day Early Learning Village students, delivered to classrooms, with vegetarian options. At Woodleigh Campus, there are two on-site cafes where Grades 1-12 can buy meals or bring meals from home; Sodexo provides on-site food services and an Aspretto cafe operates at the Early Learning Village. Payments are cashless via the Stamford Student card. Semester Meal Plans are available for Grades 1-5 and pre-order meals are offered for Grades 1-5.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
SAIS's Student Support Department offers preventative and responsive counselling through individual and group sessions, collaborating with teachers and staff. The school promotes mental health awareness through campaigns such as 'R U OK? Day'. The award-winning Second Step program is embedded in the curriculum up to Grade 5, fostering cooperation, communication, and decision-making skills.
SAIS prioritizes safeguarding and child protection through comprehensive policies, regular staff training, open communication, and a secure campus environment. All staff undergo ongoing training including first aid qualifications. Security measures include 24-hour surveillance, over 60 cameras, strict visitor sign-in process, and color-coded lanyards. The school collaborates with external professionals when additional support is needed.
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School Background
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Singapore International School of the Year (Editor's Choice) – HoneyKids Asia Singapore Education Awards, 5 consecutive years up to 2025Gold – The Curriculum Awards (American) – HoneyKids AsiaGold – Best Outdoor Learning Programme – HoneyKids AsiaSilver – Singapore Preschool of the Year – HoneyKids AsiaSilver – The Curriculum Awards (International Baccalaureate) – HoneyKids AsiaBest Model United Nations (MUN) Award – UNHCR MUN Refugees Challenge 2021Distinction Award for Excellence in Community Service – American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore 2023National Business Award for Education – Singapore Business Review 2020