‘No matter what it was, students showed up for each other’ – ICS Alumni On The School’s Close-Knit Community

Through a close-knit community, authentic character development and academic excellence, International Community School empowers students to thrive. Find out more about how your child can find their ‘perfect fit’ and their upcoming Virtual Open Houses.

“What sets ICS apart is that they work to develop whole beings—spiritually, mentally, and academically. It was a culture of support; no matter what it was–whether a sports game or an ECA competition–students showed up for each other,” Jonathan and Tabitha (ICS alumni) share, reflecting on the supportive community at International Community School (Singapore) (ICS). “That power of rooting for people, combined with mentors who truly invested in me, shaped who I am today,” they added. A faith-based international school offering a holistic American curriculum that goes beyond academics, ICS provides a personalised learning experience that is tailored to each child’s unique strengths. Find out more about their extensive extra-curricular activity (ECA) offerings, their low student-teacher ratio, their holistic curriculum and what to expect at their upcoming Virtual Open Houses in April and May 2026.

Well-rounded curriculum with over 30 ECAs

At ICS, there is no cookie-cutter approach. Students have the freedom to explore their strengths and interests from the foundational years through senior years. Because education goes beyond academics, their faith-based curriculum helps to develop the students’ emotional (EQ) and social (SQ) intelligence through service-learning programmes like “Week Without Walls”. Through this programme, students are part of a greater purpose, using their strengths and skills to serve the community.

To help students discover their passion, ICS offers more than 30 ECAs ranging from a science club to hip hop, origami art, bouldering and more. In addition, their athletics programme is open to all, giving every student a chance to play, lead and grow. Here, students learn to work as a team and step up as leaders, developing essential skills for future success. Their sports teams compete in the Athletic Conference of Singapore International Schools (ACSIS) and the Asia Christian Schools Conference (ACSC) Division II International Trisport tournament, refining their skills with the support of their coach.

Low student-teacher ratio for personalised learning

With a low 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio, ICS intentionally keeps classes small, allowing teachers to tailor lessons to every student’s needs. Whether your child breezes through exams or needs additional support, the teachers at ICS are ever-ready to help. Offering an inclusive educational community, ICS also provides additional student support services for various learning, behavioural, developmental and emotional needs. So when your child goes to school every morning, you can rest assured that they are in good hands.

Keen to experience ICS’s warm and welcoming community firsthand? Register for their upcoming Virtual Open Houses on 29 April and 26 May 2026 to meet their leadership and get all of your questions answered. You might just discover a school where your child can truly thrive.

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International Community School (Singapore), 27a Jubilee Road, Singapore 128575, www.ics.edu.sg