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Singapore's International School for Global Students General Enquiries: +65 6808 7321 Admissions Hotline: +65 6808 7300
Singapore's International School for Global StudentsTo meet the age requirements of the GEMS admission policy, a student must have reached the required age by September 1st of the Academic Year.
| Grade | Age (years) | Academic Level | Language Proficiency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-K | 3 | - | Pass in English Language Programme |
| K1 | 4 | Completion of Pre-K or equivalent | Pass in English Language Programme |
| K2 | 5 | Completion of K1 or equivalent | Pass in English Language Programme |
| Grade 1 | 6 | Completion of K2 or equivalent | Pass in English Language Programme |
| Grade 2 | 7 | Completion of Grade 1 or equivalent | Pass in English Language Programme |
| Grade 3 | 8 | Completion of Grade 2 or equivalent | Pass in English Language Programme |
| Grade 4 | 9 | Completion of Grade 3 or equivalent | Pass in English Language Programme |
| Grade 5 | 10 | Completion of Grade 4 or equivalent | Pass in English Language Programme |
| Grade 6 | 11 | Completion of Grade 5 or equivalent | Pass in English Language Programme |
| Grade 7 | 12 | Completion of Grade 6 or equivalent | Pass in English Language Programme |
| Grade 8 | 13 | Completion of Grade 7 or equivalent | Pass in English Language Programme |
| Grade 9 | 14 | Completion of Grade 8 or equivalent | Pass in English Language Programme |
| Grade 10 | 15 | Completion of Grade 9 or equivalent | Pass in English Language Programme |
| Grade 11 | 16 | Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent | Pass in English Language Programme |
| Grade 12 | 17 | Completion of Grade 11 or equivalent | Pass in English Language Programme |
As an International School in Singapore, GEMS World Academy (Singapore) seeks to make the most appropriate grade placement for each student based on his or her age, as well as academic, social and emotional development within policy guidelines.
For this reason, new students may be required to complete an appropriate level screener to determine placement and fit.
All new students from Grade 1 onwards must provide official documentation of previous school experience, including transcripts and report cards.
All documents provided must be in English.
To meet GEMS World Academy (Singapore) admission requirements, we may ask for translated documents to be certified by the appropriate consular authority of the country in which the student last attended school.
As an International School in Singapore with four years EduTrust accreditation, GEMS Singapore is happy to accommodate Singapore permanent residents and dependent pass holders.
Family seeking student visa for Singapore are encourage to contact the admissions team direct for guidance and support.
For students in grades Pre-K, K1, and K2, we are excited to accept applications from Singapore citizens, Singapore permanent residents, and dependent pass holders.