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The Expat Parent’s Roadmap to International School Admission Process

For expat parents settling in Singapore, one of the most daunting tasks is finding the right school for their children. Beyond choosing a neighbourhood or adapting to a new lifestyle, ensuring your child receives high-quality education becomes a top priority. While some families opt for results-driven local syllabi, many expat...

Guide to Special Needs Education in Singapore: Understanding the Journey

Navigating the Singaporean education system can be challenging for any parent — and even more so when a child has special educational needs (SEN). Thankfully, Singapore has made significant strides in inclusive education, with more pathways and support systems available than ever before. This guide aims to walk you through...

Coding, Science & Football – The Perfect After-School Plan for Your Child

Extracurricular Activities are the building blocks for your child’s social development. On paper, they’re fantastic for enhancing further education applications as well as discovering potential career paths, but what we at IIS, as an international school, care more about are the soft skills they instil. Participating in extracurricular activities...

Why Integrated International School Could Be the Right Fit for Your Child

Balancing academic development and ensuring your child’s happiness when choosing a school is one of the most nerve-wracking decisions a parent can make. At the Integrated International School, we take away all that anxiety by offering you the best of both worlds. Our programme provides a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating...

Inclusive Education at IIS: Embracing Diversity and Building Empathy Amongst Students

At Integrated International School (IIS), inclusive education is at the heart of our values, shaping the learning experience for all our students. We believe in fostering an environment that celebrates diversity, promotes emotional intelligence, and cultivates empathy. By supporting students to connect with peers from diverse backgrounds and abilities, we...

The Role of Diagnostic Assessments in Child Development and Success Areas

In today’s competitive educational landscape, many parents feel apprehensive about subjecting their children to diagnostic assessments. Concerns about potential stigma, the impact on a child’s self-esteem and fears of not meeting school admission criteria often overshadow the potential benefits of getting their child diagnosed accurately. However, these assessments provide detailed...

Empowering Special Needs Students: The Impact of Tailored Child Counselling Programmes

At the Integrated International School, our sincere commitment to a culture of inclusion ensures that our students with special needs reach their potential. We are a special needs international school in Singapore with an esteemed reputation for our inclusive, personalised learning environment. Read on to learn how we empower your...

An Inclusive School In Singapore With Learning Support

On a mission to make local education more inclusive, the Integrated International School (IIS) was founded by clinical psychologist, Dr Vanessa von Auer. Eschewing a “one-size-fits-all” approach to education, IIS prides itself on inclusivity and offers a mainstream and supportive  approach for children aged 3 to 18 years old in an...

Your 2024 Guide To Choosing An Inclusive Preschool in Singapore

Just as every child progresses at their own pace, they also tend to learn in different ways as well. Consequently, some children may struggle to flourish in a standardised, one-size-fits-all educational environment. Fortunately in Singapore, there are numerous options available for children who require additional in-school support, offering adaptable...