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5 common mistakes when you choose an international school in Singapore
Choosing a school is a big step. It is easy to miss something important.
This guide shows five common mistakes. For each one, it tells you what to do instead.
Who it is for
- Parents who look at international schools in Singapore.
- Parents who have just moved to Singapore.
- Parents who compare two or three schools now.
What is inside
- Mistake 1: You look only at the fee
- Mistake 2: You do not visit on a normal day
- Mistake 3: You choose a curriculum by its name
- Mistake 4: You forget the trip to school
- Mistake 5: You do not check the rules for your child
Sources: MOE: Overview of compulsory education · MOE: Studying in Singapore (international students) We checked the facts on 2026-11-05.