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High School of Kindergarten 1
- Singapore, Singapore
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- High School
About the program
Kindergarten 1 of the IB Primary Years Programme at ISS International School, Taught in English.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge and practical skills related to Kindergarten 1.
Career outcomes
- Progression to Primary School Grade 1 (IB PYP)
Curriculum
- Play-based
- Inquiry-led learning in mixed-age early years classrooms within the IB Primary Years Programme
- Building language
- Early mathematics
- Social skills and curiosity through units of inquiry
- English as an Additional Language support is available for children who need it.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Age 4-5 (K1) or 5-6 (K2) by date of birth (2026-27 Age-Eligibility Chart
- Https://www.iss.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2026-2027-Age-Eligibility-Chart.pdf); Placement by profile review
Accepted academic background
Age 4-5 (K1) or 5-6 (K2) by date of birth (2026-27 Age-Eligibility Chart, Https://www.iss.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2026-2027-Age-Eligibility-Chart.pdf); Placement by profile review
Language tests
- Institutional test No minimum published
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- Identification document
- Application form
- Language proficiency evidence where applicable
How to apply
- Check age eligibility for the grade (AY2026-27 chart) and note applications are accepted all year subject to space. Apply online on the OpenApply portal (no application fee published). Upload the Application Checklist documents
- Including school reports. Sit the placement tests (English proficiency for G1-8 non-native speakers. English
- Mathematics and CAT4 for G9-. An interview may be requested. Receive the Letter of Offer by email
- Pay the S$3
- 667 Enrolment Fee and sign the student contract. Apply for the Student's Pass through the school (ICA SOLAR+) with the parents' details.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $27,878 SGD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $523 SGD |
| Deposit | $0 SGD |
Program details
| Campus | Preston Road Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Primary School |
| Department | Kindergarten 1 |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 24 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Potential institution scholarships may have separate eligibility and application requirements; Confirm availability for this program. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2026
Applications closed
3 May 2026
ClosedProgram starts
January 2027
Applications closed
3 Oct 2026
Closed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is $27,878 SGD per year. The application fee is $523 SGD. The deposit is $0 SGD. The estimated living cost is $17,640 SGD.
Accepted language tests: Institutional test No minimum published.

