St. Andrew's School

Brunei

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees BND 1,980 - 2,160

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 1694

Opened 1957

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum British Curriculum, British Curriculum

Taught languages English, Malay

Strengths Academic Enrichment, Languages, Sport

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School

Introduction

St. Andrew's School is a historic co-educational institution located in the heart of Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei. Founded in 1957 by Rev. Canon Paul Chong En Siong, the school has grown from a small intake of 70 students to a vibrant community of over 1,600 pupils. It follows a curriculum that prepares students for the Cambridge GCE O Level examinations, integrating the Brunei National Curriculum requirements. The campus serves students from Kindergarten through Secondary levels (Year 11), emphasizing character development alongside academic studies. Notable facilities include dedicated spaces for sciences and computer studies, supporting a wide range of co-curricular activities. The school is particularly active in uniformed groups and competitive societies, such as the Police Cadets and various academic clubs like "Number Ninjas" and Robotics. St. Andrew's prides itself on its multicultural environment, with a diverse student body that fosters mutual respect and discipline.

www.saintandrew.edu.bn

Jln Haji Basir, Bandar Seri Begawan BS8411, Brunei

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The Essentials

Location

St. Andrew's School is located in Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei Darussalam, in the Brunei‑Muara District. The campus sits on Jalan Haji Basir in the central Pusar Ulak area, with road access within the city. The correspondence address is Jalan Haji Basir (Near Intersection), Bandar Seri Begawan, Negara Brunei Darussalam.

Stages

The school comprises Kindergarten (Kindergarten 2 and 3), Primary (Year 1–6), and Secondary (Year 7–9; Sec 4–5). This mirrors Brunei's progression from early years through lower and upper secondary.

Type

St. Andrew's School is a private, co-educational Christian school governed by the Anglican Church in Brunei.

Additional learning support

Public materials do not list formal Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provisions or dedicated SEN facilities. Families seeking ALN support should contact the school for current arrangements.

Country affiliation

No formal country affiliation is listed. The school operates in Brunei and is overseen by the Anglican Church.

Religious affiliation

Anglican Church (Christian) affiliation. The school is described as a Christian school overseen by the Anglican Church in Brunei.

School day structure

Publicly published start/end times for the school day are not listed on the public pages. The school's main office contacts are provided for planning daily arrangements.

Bus service

A dedicated school bus service is not publicly listed on the school's pages. Families typically arrange transport or use public/private alternatives in Bandar Seri Begawan.

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Fees

Tuition fees (monthly and annual by year group)

- Kindergarten: B$ 204 per month; annual total B$ 2,040 (B$ 204 x 10 months).
- Year 1 – Year 6: B$ 198 per month; annual total B$ 1,980 (B$ 198 x 10 months).
- Year 7 – Year 8: B$ 198 per month; annual total B$ 1,980 (B$ 198 x 10 months).
- Year 9 (all): B$ 204 per month; annual total B$ 2,040 (B$ 204 x 10 months).
- Year 10 – Year 11 (Combined Science): B$ 204 per month; annual total B$ 2,040 (B$ 204 x 10 months).
- Year 10 – Year 11 (Pure Science): B$ 216 per month; annual total B$ 2,160 (B$ 216 x 10 months).

Application and new-admission charges

- Admission fee: B$ 50 (non-refundable).
- Security deposit: B$ 250.
- Advance fee on admission: one month's fee (amount equal to the monthly fee for the admitted year group).
- Annual surcharge: B$ 10 (applicable to Year 1 – Year 11).
- Miscellaneous fee for kindergarten: B$ 130 (applicable to kindergarten students).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Fees are calculated on a monthly basis and shown as monthly x 10 months to produce an annual total. Parents are required to settle school fees during the first five working days of each month.
- All school fees must be settled by the end of the school year. If fees remain unpaid through December, the student's name may be removed from the register and leaving certificates will not be issued until outstanding fees are cleared.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision or boarding fees are published for this school; boarding is not listed as an available option.

Other costs and mandatory items

- Official uniform is required; uniform details and images are published but specific uniform prices are not published.
- Miscellaneous and incidental charges beyond the items listed (for example activity or examination fees) are not itemised in the published fee schedule. The admission notes reference a miscellaneous fee for kindergarten only (B$ 130).

Refund and withdrawal rules

- Three months' written notice is required for withdrawal. Failure to provide three months' written notice will result in forfeiture of the deposit.
- Leaving certificates will not be issued and deposits will not be refunded until all outstanding fees are cleared. Any student asked to leave for unsatisfactory performance, conduct or attendance will not receive a refund for the current term.

Fee payment options

- Published materials do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, credit card, or cash). For contact details to arrange payment, the school lists main office phone numbers and an administrative e-mail address.

Notes and limitations of the published schedule

- Fees are shown as monthly amounts multiplied by 10 months to give annual totals; no explicit term-by-term invoicing amounts are published. The published schedule sets monthly, annual and admission-related charges but does not itemise per-term invoices or full lists of incidental charges.

Academics

Curriculum

St. Andrew's School in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei delivers a K–12 curriculum organised into Kindergarten, Primary (Year 1–6) and Secondary (Year 7–9, Sec 4–5), with upper years following Cambridge examinations. In Years 10–11 students follow the Brunei Cambridge GCE O Level / IGCSE pathway, including options for Combined Science or Pure Science streams. In Years 12–13 students pursue Cambridge AS/A Level examinations. Core admissions tests cover English, Bahasa Melayu, Science and Mathematics, indicating a focus on essential subjects. The school has demonstrated strong Cambridge O Level achievement, with Cambridge Outstanding Achiever Awards and APC recipients in 2024.

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Admissions

1. Step 1 – Application window and initial registration. Admissions open from June to August, unless the level is full. Because enrolment is in great demand, parents are strongly advised to register early. The application form can be obtained from the main office.

2. Step 2 – Submit the application with documents. The form is submitted to the Main Office together with a copy of the child's birth certificate, a copy of the child's IC (if applicable), and a copy of the child's most recent school results. The application form can be obtained from the main office. These documents are required to complete the application and move forward in the process.

3. Step 3 – Admission testing and interviews. The school administers tests in English, Bahasa Melayu, Science, and Mathematics to assess academic abilities. Results of these tests for successful applicants are usually communicated before the end of the year. In addition to the tests, parents and students are interviewed by the Heads of Sections/Heads of Departments.

4. Step 4 – Foreign student passes. The Ministry of Education requires all foreign students to have valid student passes before they are officially registered with the school. Parents should therefore obtain these passes from the Ministry of Education and Immigration Department.

5. Step 5 – New admission charges and fee structure. For new admissions, a deposit of B$250 is required, along with one month's advance fee and an admission fee of B$50 (non-refundable). An annual surcharge of B$10 applies before entering Year 1–11, and a miscellaneous fee of B$130 applies to kindergarten students. Fees are subject to revision.

6. Step 6 – Fees payment and year-end requirements. Parents should settle the school fees during the first five working days of each month. All school fees must be settled by the end of the school year. If any fees remain outstanding, the school is permitted to remove the student's name from the Register for the next year, and leaving certificates will not be issued until all outstanding fees are cleared.

Scholarships

St. Andrew's School Brunei does not publish any internal scholarships or school-run financial aid programs on its admissions pages.

Waitlist

There is no published waitlist or pool system described for St. Andrew's School Brunei.

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FAQs

What curriculum does St. Andrew's School follow?

What age range does St. Andrew's School serve?

St. Andrew's School serves students from age 5 to 18.

What are the tuition fees?

Annual fees range from approximately 1980 to 2160.

How many students attend St. Andrew's School?

Approximately 1694 students.

Where is St. Andrew's School located?

Does St. Andrew's School have a religious affiliation?

Anglican Church (Christian) affiliation. The school is described as a Christian school overseen by the Anglican Church in Brunei.

Does St. Andrew's School offer learning support?

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.

What languages are used for instruction?

English and Bahasa Melayu are the languages taught at St. Andrew's School. Admissions testing includes English and Bahasa Melayu as subjects, indicating these languages are part of the curriculum. Since 1978, Bahasa Melayu has been taught by local teachers supplied by the Ministry of Education. The

What is the admissions process?

1) Step 1 – Application window and initial registration. Admissions open from June to August, unless the level is full. Because enrolment is in great demand, parents are strongly advised to register early. The application form can be obtained from the main office. 2) Step 2 – Submit the applicatio

What facilities does St. Andrew's School have?

St. Andrew's School is located at Jalan Haji Basir, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei. The campus includes dedicated spaces for assemblies and events, notably the Dato Ong Kim Kee Hall (DOKK Hall) and a Conference Hall. DOKK Hall has hosted National Day celebrations and science-related events such as the

What extracurricular activities are available?

Arts and creative activities are available across primary and secondary levels. Students in Upper Primary participate in Performing Arts, while secondary students can join the Art & Design Club and Music Club. Year 11 offers Vocal, Drama & Theatre, and common clubs include Art Club and Henna Club, s

When was St. Andrew's School established?

St. Andrew's School was established in 1957.

What is the school community like?

St. Andrew's is a multicultural school with students of different races and nationalities. A Student Council is formed at the beginning of each academic year and sworn in at a formal investiture in Ja

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