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Dimensions International College - City Campus

Singapore

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SGD 13,000 - 25,500
Ages 6 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 3000
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Part of
Dimensions International College
Academic offering
Curriculum IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Bengali, French, Hindi, Malay, Mandarin, Tamil, English
Typical class size 40
Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Dimensions International College — City Campus is one of DIMENSIONS' urban campuses in Singapore, located at 277 River Valley Road. The campus delivers primary and secondary programmes using the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and the Cambridge suite (Cambridge Primary, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International AS/A Levels), and also offers preparatory courses for entry to Singapore government schools. Programmes are organised for primary and secondary learners (primary provision from about six years old, progressing to Cambridge Lower Secondary/IGCSE from around 12 and onward to AS/A Level study). The medium of instruction is English; additional languages listed as optional subjects include Chinese, Malay, Tamil, Hindi and French. City Campus facilities described by the college include fully air‑conditioned classrooms, an academic resource centre, computer rooms, cafeteria and recreational spaces, together with specialist hospitality training facilities such as a bar and restaurant training room, guest room and front office for hands‑on vocational practise.

This campus is part of Dimensions International College

The Essentials

Dimensions International College - City Campus has 3,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 40, instruction in English.

Location
City Campus is located at 277 River Valley Road, Singapore 238318 in the central River Valley area. It is in the city centre and a short walk from Singapore's well-known shopping belt, and it is well connected to public transport. The campus is part of DIMENSIONS International College, which operates multiple campuses across Singapore and offers a range of programmes.

Stages
City Campus hosts the School of Higher Education, the School of Hospitality, DIMENSIONS High School, and the School of Language.

Type
DIMENSIONS International College is a private education institute. It operates across Singapore with multiple campuses and provides day programmes; on-site boarding facilities are not indicated on campus pages.

Additional learning support
Public pages describe general student services and policies, but explicit Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provisions are not published on the campus pages. Families seeking SEN accommodations should contact admissions or student services for available supports.

Country affiliation
Singapore

Religious affiliation
None stated

School day structure
Typical day structures are not published in detail, but City Campus hours broadly align with standard school operations. Public listings indicate weekday hours from around 08:30 to 17:30, with Saturday hours around 09:00 to 13:00 for some programmes.

Bus service
There is no dedicated school bus service listed. City Campus can be accessed via nearby public transport, with bus stops noted near River Valley Road and other routes on the campus page.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The City Campus has an on-site cafeteria. It also hosts practical training in food and beverage service in an on-campus bar and restaurant training room, enabling hands-on learning in accordance with enterprise standards and hygiene requirements.

Governance and Ownership
DIMENSIONS International College Pte Ltd owns the City Campus.
Fees

Annual tuition at Dimensions International College - City Campus ranges from SGD 13,000 to SGD 25,500 for 2026/27.

*Application fees*

- The standard application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. The typical application fee for most DIMENSIONS programmes is SGD 500. Some specific programmes (for example the International Primary Curriculum Milepost entry) list a higher application fee of SGD 1,000 where shown on the programme fee schedule.

*Tuition and related fees — summary by programme / year group (annual and per-term breakdown)*

Note: the amounts below are listed as published for the academic year and include the line items shown on the programme fee page (tuition fee, non-tuition / miscellaneous fees, statutory charges where shown). Per-term figures shown are the annual amounts divided into three equal term payments (annual amount ÷ 3) to provide a per-term billing view.

- Cambridge Primary (Year 1–6)
- Application Fee: SGD 500.
- Tuition Fee (per year): SGD 17,500. Per term (1/3): SGD 5,833.33.
- Non‑Tuition Fee (per year): SGD 4,400. Per term: SGD 1,466.67.
- ICA Processing & Student's Pass Fee (where applicable): SGD 135 (one‑time).
- Medical check (where applicable): SGD 60 (one‑time).
- 9% GST shown on fee schedule and included in published totals.
- Total (published, per year, including GST and listed one‑time items): SGD 24,563.15. Per term (published total ÷ 3): SGD 8,187.72.

- International Primary Curriculum (IPC) Milepost (where offered)
- Application Fee: SGD 1,000.
- Tuition Fee (per year): SGD 13,000. Per term: SGD 4,333.33.
- Non‑Tuition Fee (per year): SGD 3,000. Per term: SGD 1,000.00.
- ICA Processing & Student's Pass Fee (where applicable): SGD 135 (one‑time).
- 9% GST included in the published total.
- Total (published, per year): SGD 18,677.15. Per term: SGD 6,225.72.

- Cambridge IGCSE Lower Secondary (typical Lower Secondary programme)
- Application Fee: SGD 500.
- Tuition Fee (per year): SGD 19,000. Per term: SGD 6,333.33.
- Non‑Tuition Fee (per year): SGD 4,260. Per term: SGD 1,420.00.
- ICA Processing & Student's Pass Fee (where applicable): SGD 135 (one‑time).
- Medical check (where applicable): SGD 60 (one‑time).
- Total (published, per year): SGD 26,110.95. Per term: SGD 8,703.65.

- Cambridge IGCSE Upper Secondary (typical Upper Secondary / IGCSE Upper)
- Application Fee: SGD 500.
- Tuition Fee (per year): SGD 19,000. Per term: SGD 6,333.33.
- Non‑Tuition Fee (per year): SGD 4,260. Per term: SGD 1,420.00.
- ICA Processing & Student's Pass Fee (where applicable): SGD 135 (one‑time).
- Medical check (where applicable): SGD 60 (one‑time).
- Total (published, per year): SGD 26,110.95. Per term: SGD 8,703.65.

- Cambridge International Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced Level (AS / A Level)
- Application Fee: SGD 500.
- Tuition Fee (per year): SGD 25,500. Per term: SGD 8,500.00.
- Non‑Tuition / Miscellaneous Fee (per year): SGD 5,060. Per term: SGD 1,686.67.
- Medical check (where applicable): SGD 60 (one‑time).
- ICA Processing & Student's Pass Fee (where applicable): SGD 135 (one‑time).
- External examination fees (Cambridge CAIE) are additional and vary by subject; example ranges for external exam fees are shown (approximately SGD 450–750 per subject for some A‑level papers). Total published course figure (including GST and listed items) example: SGD 34,067.95. Per term (published total ÷ 3): SGD 11,355.98.

- GCE O‑Level (private candidate / preparatory variants)
- Application Fee: SGD 500.
- Tuition Fee (per year, where listed for O‑Level private candidate): SGD 23,500. Per term: SGD 7,833.33.
- Non‑Tuition Fee (per year): SGD 4,400. Per term: SGD 1,466.67.
- Example total (published, per year): SGD 31,168.55. Per term: SGD 10,389.52.

- Example Diploma programme (illustrative — fees vary by diploma)
- Diploma in Logistics Management (example): Application Fee SGD 500; Tuition Fee per year SGD 8,500 (per term: SGD 2,833.33); Non‑Tuition Fee per year SGD 2,260 (per term: SGD 753.33); plus medical / ICA fees and GST; published total example: SGD 12,485.95 (per term: SGD 4,161.98). Other diplomas and degree programmes carry their own published annual fees which are shown on the respective programme pages.

*Billing schedule and payment terms*

- DIMENSIONS accepts payment in Singapore Dollars (SGD) only. For credit card payments the payee is subject to a non‑refundable surcharge of 3% of the total course fee payable. Bank transfer details and the bank Swift/branch codes are published for fee remittances. Collection hours for campus payment or enquiries are published by campus. Late charges may be imposed for payments not received by due dates; failure to pay on time may lead to cancellation of course registration or withholding of academic results and certification. DIMENSIONS may collect up to a maximum of 12 months' worth of course fee and course fee paid (except application fee and GST) is protected under the Fee Protection Scheme where applicable.

- Typical payment routing details (as published for payee remittances): payments are made to Dimensions International College in SGD; the published bank information includes Bank Code: 7171, Branch Code: 010 and Swift Code: DBSSSGSG. (Parents should follow the payment instructions shown on the student contract / invoice).

*Other costs and miscellaneous fees*

- Miscellaneous and non‑tuition fees vary by programme and can include administrative fees, course material fees, examination fees, re‑module fees, international student management fees, and charges for specific activities or resources. Examples from programme schedules include:
- Course materials and examination fees (example entries: course material SGD 250; examination fee SGD 250; international student management fee SGD 500) on selected programmes.
- Medical check fee (where applicable): SGD 60 (one‑time).
- ICA Processing & Student's Pass Fee (where applicable for international students): SGD 135 (one‑time).
- External examination fees (Cambridge / CAIE): variable by subject and level; example ranges for some A‑level subjects are SGD 450–750 per subject (external exam fees are additional to published tuition totals where indicated).

*Boarding fees*

- DIMENSIONS does not list or operate boarding/boarding houses as part of the City Campus campus facilities. There are no boarding fees published for the City Campus. Campus facility descriptions and campus pages list academic and training facilities but do not include residential accommodation or boarding charges.

*Refund information and cooling‑off period*

- Application fees are non‑refundable and non‑transferable. Course fees (other than application fees, GST and specified miscellaneous fees) are refundable subject to the published refund and termination policy set out in the Standard PEI‑Student Contract and DIMENSIONS' Refund Policy.
- A cooling‑off period is provided in the student contract: the contracting party may terminate the contract in writing within the cooling‑off period (at least ten calendar days from the date of the student contract) and will be refunded all course fees and miscellaneous fees paid; where DIMENSIONS terminates or fails to commence/complete a course, refunds for course fees and miscellaneous fees are processed in accordance with the termination/refund clauses. Refunds that are due under the policy are processed within the published processing timelines (for example, specified refund timelines of seven working days for certain refund events). Transfer and withdrawal processes and timelines are also specified in the student policies.

*Fee Protection Scheme (FPS)*

- Course fees paid (excluding application fee, GST and specified miscellaneous fees) are protected under the Fee Protection Scheme (FPS) by group insurance for the covered duration. Exempted items from FPS include the application fee, GST, miscellaneous fees and FPS insurance premium. DIMENSIONS is allowed to collect up to a maximum of 12 months' course fee in advance under the FPS arrangements.

*Fee payment options*

- Accepted payment modes and terms published include: bank transfer in SGD to Dimensions International College (published bank codes and Swift code provided), campus collection during published collection hours, and credit card (subject to a non‑refundable 3% surcharge). All payments must be made in Singapore Dollars. DIMENSIONS instructs that payments must be made to Dimensions International College and the exact remittance details and invoice references are provided on admission paperwork and invoices. Late payments may incur penalties and may affect enrolment status.

*Additional notes relevant to fees*

- All fees are shown inclusive of Singapore GST where the fee schedule states so; miscellaneous fees and specific line items are specified on each programme page and in the Standard PEI‑Student Contract. The Standard PEI‑Student Contract contains the full terms and conditions governing payment, refund, withdrawal, transfer, and other fee‑related matters for each student.
Academics

Dimensions International College - City Campus teaches IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 6 to 18.

Curriculum
DIMENSIONS International College, City Campus delivers a Cambridge-based curriculum across primary, preparatory and secondary stages, with higher education pathways offered on site. Primary study follows the Cambridge Primary framework in tandem with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) Milepost, building core English, Mathematics and Science while offering a language option. At the Preparatory level, there are intensive preparatory courses for Singapore-Cambridge GCE O-Level and A-Level, plus preparatory routes for admission to government schools. Secondary progression includes Cambridge Lower Secondary (with Checkpoint) and Cambridge IGCSE (Lower and Upper Secondary), followed by Cambridge AS and A-Levels. The City Campus houses the School of Language and supports higher education programs, including master's degrees awarded by Cardiff Metropolitan University. In the Cambridge IGCSE track, optional languages such as Chinese, Malay, Hindi, Tamil and French are available.

Student Teacher Ratio
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Exam Results
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Higher Education Progression
Master's degrees awarded by Cardiff Metropolitan University are conducted at City Campus, reflecting on-site higher education offerings.

Gifted and Talented
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Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
DIMENSIONS City Campus supports social and emotional learning through its Student Services, including Counselling Services and Pastoral Counselling, which is held twice weekly to help students cope with stress from study, social life, and living away from home.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN provision or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution; the Student Services page outlines general welfare and counselling but does not specify SEN staff or programmes.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose EAL-specific provisions; the City Campus page lists a School of Language, but explicit EAL staff or programmes are not described on official pages.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is addressed through Counselling Services and Pastoral Counselling, with the Student Services page noting emotional support, a culture of care, and pastoral counselling to help students cope with mental stress and academic demands.

Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose information about safeguarding policies; a third‑party source notes there is no publicly available safeguarding policy.
Parent Experience

History
Dimensions International College was established in 1980 as Dimensions Commercial School, marking its founding as a private education provider in Singapore. It later expanded to include a Primary and High School, a School of Languages, a School of Hospitality, and a School of Higher Education to broaden its offerings. Over time, the institution developed a multi‑campus presence across Singapore, with campuses such as the Main Campus, Bukit Timah Campus, and City Campus (277 River Valley Road) among others. As of the mid‑2020s, the DIMENSIONS network operates across six campuses in Singapore and maintains links with international institutions to deliver a range of programs. These developments reflect the organization's evolution from a single‑focus commercial school to a diversified private education provider with global connections.

Community
The City Campus is part of a broader DIMENSIONS community that emphasizes hands‑on, applied learning and campus life beyond the classroom. Facilities on site include a bar and restaurant training room, a guest room, and a front office to give students real‑world training experiences in hospitality and hotel management. Campus life is designed to foster collaboration, project‑based learning, and cross‑campus engagement across the DIMENSIONS schools. The college supports experiential learning and external projects as part of its campus life, with parent and community engagement facilitated through public events and information sessions.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Public materials from DIMENSIONS show parent engagement through events and information sessions rather than a publicly described formal PTA. Examples include Open House events such as the DIMENSIONS Open House at Holland Village, which are publicized in the News & Announcement section and campus updates. Parents and guardians can stay informed through ongoing campus announcements and news posts, including event listings and intake communications. DIMENSIONS is an EduTrust‑certified private education institute founded in 1980, and its program portfolio includes international partnerships (e.g., UK and other institutions) that inform activities and events for families. For further parent‑facing activities, the organization highlights events and informational sessions across its campuses, underscoring ongoing parent engagement as part of campus life.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The City Campus is located in the heart of the city, a short walk from Singapore's shopping belt and well connected to public transport. Shared facilities include a tennis court, cafeteria, lounge area, computer room, and an academic resource centre. Classrooms are air-conditioned and named after well-known automobile brands, such as Ferrari, Porsche, and Lamborghini. The campus houses on-site hospitality facilities including a bar and restaurant training room, a guest room, and a front office to provide real-world work exposure. Practical training classes are conducted at the on-campus bar and restaurant to teach food and beverage service in line with enterprise standards and hygiene requirements. On-campus hotel training equipment supports instruction in housekeeping operations and the upkeep of guest rooms.

Sports Facilities
The City Campus includes a tennis court as a key sports facility. The space supports student recreation and integrates sports with campus life.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms are air-conditioned and named after automobile brands. The campus provides a bar and restaurant training room, a guest room, and a front office for practical hospitality training. On-campus hotel training equipment supports instruction in housekeeping operations and guest room upkeep. An academic resource centre supports study and research.
Admissions

Admissions
Pre-course counselling is conducted before a prospective student applies to DIMENSIONS. Clear and precise school and course information are provided to assist prospective students and their guardians in making informed decisions before applying. Course Application Form: Applicants must meet the entry and English requirements for the course and furnish all documents listed in the course application document checklist. Selection Process: Customer Service evaluates each application and recommends management approval; upon approval, the applicant is deemed selected for the course. The Advisory Note, Standard PEI-Student Contract, and a Letter of Offer are issued to the selected applicant; if required and where available, the student contract may be explained in the applicant's native language. Admission Process: Students and parents/guardians (for students under 18) sign the Advisory Note prior to signing the Standard PEI-Student Contract. All documents must be submitted to complete the admission process. Step 1: Admission Requirements: Ensure that you meet all admission requirements for the selected/desired program; refer to the admissions requirements of the desired program. Step 2: Fill Up All Necessary Forms: Complete the DIMENSIONS International College Admission Application Form for Local Students or International Students. Step 3: Provide the Necessary Documents: Two passport-sized photographs with white background; one photocopy of the applicant's original passport (personal particulars page and expiry date); one photocopy of original birth certificate; notarised copies of highest educational certificates and transcripts; proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL or a letter from an institution certifying English as the medium of instruction); letters from employers (if applicable); application fee of 500 SGD (non-transferable and non-refundable); documentary proof of financial ability and parent's monthly income statement (for visa-required countries); HPB vaccination record for international students below 12 years old. If documents are not in English, translations are required. Step 5: Acceptance by the School: Processing takes approximately 14 working days. If offered a place, you will receive a Letter of Offer and two copies of Advisory Note to students and the Standard PEI-Student Contract. Step 6: Approval of Student's Pass by ICA: TheDIMENSIONS submits the Student's Pass application via SOLAR+. ICA issues an In-Principle Approval Letter (IPA) and DIMENSIONS notifies the student of approval; note that ICA approval is subject to ICA Singapore decisions and DIMENSIONS does not guarantee success.
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