Summary

Established in 1925, Tanglin Trust School Singapore is the oldest British international school in Southeast Asia that provides British-based learning with an international perspective. Tanglin is a vibrant co-educational school of over 2,800 students representing over 60 nationalities and provides a unique learning environment for children from Nursery right through to Sixth Form through Infant School (3 to 7 years), Junior School (7 to 11 years), Middle School (11 to 14 years), Upper School (14 to 16 years) and Sixth Form (17 to 18 years). Tanglin strives to make every individual feel valued, happy and successful. Responsibility, enthusiasm and participation are actively encouraged and integrity is prized. Working together in a safe, caring yet stimulating environment, Tanglin sets high expectations whilst offering strong support, resulting in a community of lifelong learners who can contribute with confidence to our world.

Key Information

2800
Student Population
6:1 (3-4 years), 8:1 (4-5 years), 12:1 (5-7 years), 24:1 (8-13 years), 20:1 (14-16 years), 15:1 (16-18 years)
Student Teacher Ratio
9am – 1:50pm (Nursery), 8am – 1:50pm (Reception – Year 2), 8am – 2:50pm (Year 3 onwards)
School Hours
Selectivity
1925
Year of Founding
None
Religious Affiliation

Grades

Nursery (3 years old) to Sixth Form (18 years old)

Language Of Instruction

English
Mandarin
French
Spanish
Latin

Curriculum

English National Curriculum, (I)GCSE, A Level, IB Diploma

International Demographics

50% British, 63 different nationalities

Focus

Academics
Sports
Community/Personal Development

Facilities

Sports Field
Gymnasium
Playground
Sports Courts
Theatre
Music Room
Art Studio
Science Lab
IT Suite
Personal Computers / iPads for Students
Library
Kitchen
Garden
Guidance Counsellor
Cafeteria
Parent Cafe
Air-conditioned Classrooms

Application & Deadline

Application fee
$1,000
Application deadline
15 February for the following year
Average tuition fee
Primary School: from $31,695 – $41,550
Secondary School: from $46,875 – $50,865
Debenture
$165,000 + GST
Priority to siblings for admissions
Yes
Priority to alumni for admissions
Yes
Are you academically selective?
Yes
Waiting list for any/all grades
No
Catchment area policy
No
Admissions process

Applications may be submitted at any time from three years from the date of desired entry. Interviews and assessments may be required on an age-appropriate basis. Assessments are completed throughout the year and our Admissions team can advise you on any assessments your child may need to take. Interviews may be conducted for students applying to the Junior and Senior schools. All Nursery offers are made towards the end of January prior to an August start. For all other year groups, most offers are made for all in the April prior to an August start. A small number of early offers may be made earlier at the discretion of the school.

Find & Contact Us

Tanglin Trust School
95 Portsdown Rd
T : +65 6778 0771
W : http://www.tts.edu.sg/
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