XCL World Academy Pte. Ltd. is a IB Primary Years Programme / IB Middle Years Programme / IB Diploma Programme / IB school in Singapore, Singapore. Founded in 2014. Annual tuition ranges from $19,077 to $36,549 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Scholarships Available
Academic Scholarships are awarded for consistent academic excellence. Talent-Based Scholarships focus on music, arts, or sports. Scholarships typically provide partial tuition fee reduction, with some higher-value awards covering a larger portion. Applications are submitted alongside the main school application with transcripts, letters of recommendation, and personal statements. Recipients must maintain performance standards and participate actively in school life. Scholarships are valid for a set period and may require renewal.
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About
XCL World Academy is a private, coeducational day school in Singapore authorized by the International Baccalaureate since 2016. The school offers the complete IB continuum from Primary Years Programme through Diploma Programme, with instruction in English. As an IB World School, it is part of a global community committed to developing future-ready skills in students aged 3 to 19.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Offers both UK and full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) under one roof; broad age range from Nursery to Sixth Form; English-medium international school in Singapore.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Nursery | SGD 29,000~$ 21,481 |
| Grades 11-12 | SGD 50,380~$ 37,319 |
| Kindergarten 1 | SGD 33,990~$ 25,178 |
| Kindergarten 2 | SGD 38,350~$ 28,407 |
| Grades 1-5 (max) | SGD 44,000~$ 32,593 |
| Grades 1-5 (min) | SGD 41,290~$ 30,585 |
| Pre-Kindergarten | SGD 30,660~$ 22,711 |
| Grades 6-10 (max) | SGD 50,140~$ 37,141 |
| Grades 6-10 (min) | SGD 46,460~$ 34,415 |
| Foundation English Programme (G6-G9) | SGD 51,570~$ 38,200 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: SGD 25,780 - 49,390. Application fee: $721.
Admissions Process
- 1Attend an open house or request a campus tour. 2. Gather necessary student documents including transcripts, recommendations, immunization records, and passport copies. 3. Complete the online application form with family information, previous schooling details, and background about the child's learning needs. 4. Await the review process, which may include placement assessments or an interview with student and parents. 5. Receive the outcome, confirm enrollment, complete remaining paperwork, and arrange fee payment.
Admissions Details
XCL World Academy admits students on a rolling basis year-round as long as space is available. Secondary Years grades often have waiting lists and early application is recommended. When a grade reaches capacity, qualified applicants are placed on a waitlist in order of completed application receipt. The admissions team keeps waitlisted families updated on their status.
School Day
Classes typically begin at 8:30 a.m. and end around 3:30 p.m., depending on grade level. Students have a short morning break and a midday lunch break.
Student Life
XCL World Academy has a four-house system launched in 2019. Houses have appointed House Leaders (one teacher leader and two student leaders) and participate in inter-house events such as sports day, swimming gala, spelling bees, trivia, language and culture week, and other challenges. Points are awarded and linked to IB learner profile traits.
Uniforms are designed by students in collaboration with local designer Kevin Seah. Available online via Modal Live (modalive-xcl.com) or collected from the on-campus Uniform Store (open 9am–4pm, Monday to Friday). Black shoes are mandatory for all students — leather or sports shoes, predominantly black with non-prominent logos.
The school contracts Chartwells, an operating brand of Compass Group Singapore, to provide meals. The canteen offers multiple dining concepts: Global Bites for Grades 6–12, The Little Red Dot for nursery to Grade 5, The Pit Stop for Grades 11–12 and staff, and The Common Ground for parents. Meals can be pre-ordered via the school app or online ordering system.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
XCL prioritizes mental wellbeing through dedicated Learning Support, Counselling, and Pastoral Leadership teams. Comprehensive homeroom and pastoral care programs promote academic, social, and emotional development. A Mentor Program pairs Grade 11 and 12 students with new students to offer peer support and ease transitions.
The school has well-established and tested student safeguarding and wellbeing policies. Staff are vigilant in monitoring campus grounds to ensure only authorized adults are permitted, reflecting the school's dedication to child protection.
Student Demographics
School Background
private