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  1. What is the Admission process?

    The first step is Registration for admission by submission of the completed admission form (form available from website). Written tests to determine the individual skills a student has acquired before joining NPS International will be followed by an interaction session among the Principal, the parents and the child - to be scheduled after test papers are marked. Admission is granted only after fee remittance. There are no tests for the Nursery, Montessori and Kindergarten but there is an interaction session.

  2. What does the admission test consist of?

    Grades 1 to 5 - Maths and English: English includes comprehension and free writing. Maths includes age appropriate questions for each grade.
    Grade 6 and above - Maths, English and Logical reasoning papers: The questions would be age appropriate for each grade.
    The duration of the test would vary from 45 mins to 90 mins depending on the Grade.
    Grade 9 will be tested on English, Maths and Sciences. Grade 11 and IB will be tested on relevant subjects.

  3. What is the academic calendar?

    The academic calendar is from April to March. Sem I- April to September and Sem II- Oct to March.

  4. Are mid term admissions offered?

    Admissions during a term are offered keeping in mind the movements of expatriates and would depend on the vacancy in the relevant grade at the time of admission.

  5. What is the curriculum for grade I - VIII?

    An integrated global curriculum is offered from grades I-VIII and is based on the requirements of both Indian and International education systems. Students from grade I to grade VIII acquire skill sets and knowledge that prepare them for entry into either the international IGCSE (International Cambridge Certification) or the CCE (C0ntinuous and Comprehensive Evaluation) of Grade 10 CBSE. The curriculum encompasses core subjects i.e. English, Science, Mathematics, Social Studies and Languages in addition to subjects like Computer Science, Art and Design, Music (Western and Indian), Dance, Drama and Physical education.

  6. What are the curricula offered?

    - CBSE / CBSE - International
    - IGCSE (Cambridge UK)
    - IB (IBO, Switzerland)

  7. How many students are there in a class?

    Each class would have an average of 25 students. The Montessori sections may have a lower number.

  8. What is the age criterion for admission?

    The preferred age on 31st March are - Kindergarten I - 4 years, Kindergarten II - 5 years and Grade I - 6 years. (Same basis for subsequent classes).

  9. What are the fees and when are they payable?

    See the fee structure table. The fees are due on 24th March, 24th July and 23rd November. The transport fee is also payable at the same time as the term fees. E.g. For Grade 1: The fees payable for April - July fee term is (S$3400 + Transport Fee) +GST.
    Admission Fee: A one time non-refundable Admission fee (One month's tuition fee + GST) is payable at the time of admission of each child.

  10. What is the sibling concession?

    A sibling concession of S$150 per month/ per sibling is applicable whenever more than one sibling is studying at the same time.

  11. Is there a non-refundable deposit?

    No.

  12. How are the fees to be paid?

    GIRO.

  13. What text books are followed?

    CBSE prescribed textbooks for some subjects and special course materials developed in-house for others are followed. A curriculum document for every subject is presented to the students at the beginning of the year. Specially designed study materials and worksheets are provided to the students for concept attainment, concept reinforcement and enrichment.

  14. Tell us about your teachers.

    The teachers at NPS International are well qualified, talented and experienced professionals for whom the care of the children is always upper most in their mind. The teachers are selected based on their commitment to student welfare, and professional skills, provided their own beliefs on child rearing and learning are well aligned with the school's philosophy and beliefs on learning in children. The staff is exposed to continuous professional development in the form of induction, in-house training sessions, ongoing professional development and training programmes with internal and external trainers.

  15. Who is the Principal?

    Mrs. Nithya Sundaram holds a Masters degree in English literature and a Bachelors degree in Education. She is a teaching professional with over 20 years of experience in India, Indonesia and Hong Kong. Mrs. Sundaram was groomed at NPS Bangalore for over 6 years. Prior to joining NPS International School, Mrs. Sundaram was the Principal of an International School in Mumbai, India.

  16. How many students would you be admitting?

    The school strength at the Chai Chee premises would go up to 1,250 over a period of time.

  17. What sports programs are offered?

    Soccer, Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Badminton. Many of these sports will also be offered indoors.

  18. What are the other ECA's/ CCA's offered?

    Art and Culture: Art, Classical Dance, Classical music, Instrumental Music, Junior Choir, Senior Choir. Reading, Speech and Drama: Drama Club, Book Club, Literary Society, Quiz Club, Speech and Debate and Model United Nations (M.U.N). Other Activities: Computer Club, Mathematics Society, Science Club, Web Designers, Interactive Media and Digital Society. The school will constantly endeavour to partner with the best service providers to offer programmes for children within the comfort of the school premises. The range of programmes offered depends on the demand.

  19. What are the school timings?

    9:00 am to 01:00 pm for Montessori, Kindergarten and Nursery and 9:00 am to 3:30 pm for the rest of the school. The lunch break will last for half an hour and in addition there would be a short morning recess.

  20. What are the timings for ECA/ CCA activities?

    Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) are included in the daily time table. The Extra Curricular Activities would be conducted after school hours.

  21. Do you offer childcare or after school care?

    No.

  22. Assistance for transfers to Bangalore / Chennai if children move back to India?

    The option for reciprocal admission is available at NPS, NAFL and TISB schools, subject to vacancy, if the student moves to India, after a minimum of two years at NPSI. The student would be expected to perform well in the entrance test conducted in India.

  23. What second languages are offered?

    French, Hindi, Mandarin are offered now. Other languages like Korean, Spanish, Japanese, etc would be offered if the number of students makes it viable.

  24. When can we visit the campus?

    Campus visits can be arranged by prior appointment with the school. The visit days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, other than public holidays.

  25. Is the campus air-conditioned?

    All classrooms, Library and Computer Lab are air-conditioned.

  26. What is the structure of the school?

    NPS International School goes beyond mere franchising. The academic activities are steered by the Principal under the direct guidance of the Dean and the Chairman.

  27. What is the Assessment system of the school?

    There are no structured examinations in the Primary. However, there is an Assessment system that uses alternative tools of assessment throughout the semester.

  28. What are the vacation schedules?

    Mid June to Mid July is the summer break and there is a month long vacation in Dec - Jan. There is a mid term break in Sep /Oct for a week as well as a short break in April before the new academic year starts.

  29. Are there any school bus transport facilities?

    The School has contracted with Bedok Transport Pte Ltd for transport of students to and from school. For new students joining our school, the bus services will be offered within 2 to 3 weeks of starting school. Payment for transport should be made directly to the contractor.
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