David Shirley
Head of School
RICH HERITAGE
SSIS has been educating international children for more than 28 years, with clear results demonstrated in the character, confidence and success of our students and alumni.
STRONG EMPHASIS ON BILINGUALISM
Our Cambridge English Programme and unique Chinese Language Programme CLASS Model help students from all backgrounds become bilingually proficient.
SINGAPORE-BASED & INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMMES
We based our Preschool and Primary curriculum on the renowned Singapore Curriculum and followed that with world recognised IGCSE and IBDP Programmes, with a strong focus on cultivating critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities.
STRONG EMPHASIS ON VALUES AND CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT
Alongside academic excellence, we develop globally-minded citizens with a robust set of value systems. Values such as commitment, initiative and care help our students to not only excel academically but even more so in the real world.
HOLISTIC EDUCATION
Our many field trips, camps, After School Programmes, Co-Curricular Activities and community services ensure we nurture all-rounded students with a sense of their responsibilities to the world.
LIFELONG LEARNING COMMUNITY
Our teachers, staff and parents thrive on developing passions and learning together as a whole community.
We have organised the information available for this school into 10 sections and 41 questions. Click or tap on the name of each section to read more.
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Number of students
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1000
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Number of nationalities represented in the school
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More than 40
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Most common nationality
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Singapore, Taiwan (China), HK (China), US, Canada, India, Malaysia
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Ratio of local students to international students
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We only accept international students
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Native English speaking teachers
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Yes, English for all Core Subjects
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Language support for students not fluent in English
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We provide English Language Acquisition programme with push-in and pull-out support in the Primary School. We also offer After School programmes for students who require additional support. We are a Cambridge English Test centre.
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Additional language classes offered by the school
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Chinese at Native and non-native levels.
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Max. number of students per class
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Preschool:12-18; Primary School:22-24; Senior School:5-22
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Average number of students per class
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15
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Does the school employ teaching assistants?
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No, we have a governess in each of our Preschool classes.
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Use of technology in the classroom
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STEAM, Information Communication Technology Programme, Design and Technology Course at IGCSE level
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Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)
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Yes, we provide multiple distance learning platforms in times of emergency school closure.
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Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?
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No
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External examinations or assessments available
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IGCSE, IBDP
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Results in these examinations
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IBDP Average Score: 35-37
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Do teachers assign homework to their students?
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Yes
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Approximate hours of homework given
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Lower Primary: 30 mins daily; Upper Primary: 45 mins daily; Senior: depends on their assignment
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Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation
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100%
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Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs
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Yes, we have a Student Service department that looks into students with Academic and Social-Emotional learning needs.
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Learning support offered
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EAL - The English Language Acquisition Programme (for Primary school students only) provides additional support to students who require extra assistance to learn the English Language.
OLP - The Optimal Learning Programme is designed to meet both beginner learners who require extra support, and advanced learners who require greater extension and stimulation.
Counselling - We offer support to both classroom teachers and student-families who require support for social-emotional learning.
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The school supports gifted, able and talented students
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SSIS provide various internal and external platforms for students to enhance their gifted talents. Our Mathematics department engage students who have higher ability in extra-curricular Mathematics training and competitions. This is to stretch and extend our Mathematics achievers who benefit greatly from these additional challenges.
Our OLP (The Optimal Learning Programme) supports advanced learners who require greater extension and stimulation.
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Student access to education psychologist
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Yes
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Entry evaluation for students
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Yes. New students will have an interview with assessments to gauge their standard of comprehension and learning in order to better assist them after enrolment.
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Brief description of entry evaluation required
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All applicants to Grade 1 and above are required to complete an Admissions Test.
Preschool applicants will be required to go through an Admissions Interview.
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Waiting list
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Yes
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Deadline for registration (new academic year)
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Whole Year Rolling Admissions
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Students can join after academic year begins
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Yes
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School start time
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8:30am
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School finish time
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3:30pm
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Supervised care before/after school
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No
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School bus service available
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Yes
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School provided lunches
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Yes, we offer a variety of cuisine each day that is catered to the different age groups.
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Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)
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Vegetarian
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Uniform required
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Yes
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Facilities at the school
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Performing Arts Centre, Integrated Learning Centre, Libraries, Science Labs, Dance and Drama Room, Music Room, Outdoor Playground, Indoor Play Studio
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Sports facilities at the school
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Golf Range, Golf Putting Green, Golf Learning Centre, Indoor Basketball and Volleyball Courts, Outdoor Track and Field, Indoor Swimming Pool, Gymnastics Room, Indoor Gymnasium, Fitness Room, Football Pitch
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Qualities and characteristics best defining the school
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Shanghai Singapore International School has been delivering excellence in education for the past 27 years. It was established in 1996 to provide quality international education to children of expatriate families in Shanghai. A balanced and unique curriculum is offered to students from 2-18 years of age. The school is accredited and affiliated with the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) and the Council of International Schools (CIS). It offers a mixture of International and Singaporean-based curricula, Chinese culture classes, IGCSE and IBDP programmes, providing a rigorous and challenging education for all students. SSIS students achieve excellent academic results, which are consistently well above the world average. We aim to nurture Future Global Leaders with a love for humanity.
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Teaching approach of the school
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Our philosophy, vision, and mission is to educate students in an environment that will not only equip them with a high level of content skills and information, but also help them to learn the behaviours associated with global citizenry and the concept of being humanitarians and caring individuals.
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Preschool | Ages 2-5
Our Preschool curriculum aims to foster and provide a holistic approach through an integrated theme-based, and hands-on, learning experience. We believe that such an environment will ignite a child’s curiosity and develop an aptitude for learning.
We are incredibly proud of our small class sizes, inquiry-based approach, strong home-school partnerships and Nature-based learning programme.
Primary School | Ages 6-11
In the Primary School, we place great importance on ensuring the well-being of our students with a balance of nurturing academic excellence and holistic development.
Our Primary School offers a truly international curriculum that draws from the best curricula in the world including the Singapore Math and Science, and Cambridge Primary English. We ensure that our students are given the necessary grounding in academics, and are equipped with the 21st century skills.
Senior School | Ages 12-18
SSIS Senior School is a place where students develop their independence and explore their passions as they prepare to enter top universities around the world. The Senior School curriculum framework comprises of 3 world-renowned international programmes.
For G7-8, SSIS offers the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme. It is a comprehensive curriculum that adopts a competence-based approach and emphasises powerful knowledge, developing skills, and applications to real world context.
In G9-10, students cover a diverse curriculum including a breadth of subjects which comprise our International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) programme.
In G11-12, students are offered the IB Diploma Programme. The IBDP is the world’s most rigorous international programme, respected by leading universities across the globe.
Our Campus
Our campus features outstanding facilities that enhance student learning and well-being. Surrounded by lush greenery, our amenities include a spacious gymnasium, a natural grass soccer field, and a track. Students can access two libraries, a cutting-edge STEAM lab, and a Performing Arts Centre. The state-of-the-art aquatic centre supports swimming, while the golf driving range and golf academy centre offer unique skill development opportunities. These facilities create a dynamic and enriching environment for all students.
Check them out in this interactive virtual tour.
Nurturing Passions
At SSIS, we offer valuable opportunities outside of the classroom, and we encourage students to get involved in their areas of interest. Students can explore new opportunities and further their passions while bringing us closer as a community.
From sports to aesthetics or interest clubs, there is bound to be an activity for every child to enjoy and to cultivate new skills.
