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Knightsbridge House International School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SGD 13,080
Ages 5 - 15 years
Pupil numbers 360
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages Mandarin, English
Typical class size 22
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Knightsbridge House International School in Singapore caters to students aged 5 to 15, offering the Cambridge curriculum through to IGCSEs. The school’s facilities include science labs, well-equipped art studios, and a modern theatre for performances. A standout feature is the annual “Knightsbridge Arts Festival,” where students showcase their creativity through music, drama, and visual arts. Knightsbridge House emphasizes not just academics but also personal development, with programs encouraging teamwork and leadership. Outdoor education is integrated into the curriculum, and the school frequently collaborates with other international institutions for exchanges and competitions.

167 Jalan Bukit Merah, Connection One, Tower 4 #02-15, 150167, Singapore

The Essentials

Knightsbridge House International School has 360 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.

Location

Knightsbridge House International School is situated in Connection One, Tower 4 in the Bukit Merah area. The area is well-served by public transportation, with several bus routes connecting to various parts of the city. Nearby amenities include sports facilities used for extracurricular activities, such as basketball courts across Jalan Bukit Merah and swimming pools at the Delta Swimming Complex on Tiong Bahru Road.

Stages

The school caters to students from Year 1 to Year 10, with three levels. This includes the Primary School for ages 5–11, the Lower Secondary School for ages 11–143, and the Upper Secondary School (IGCSE) for ages 14–15.

Type

Knightsbridge House International School is a co-educational institution. It does not offer boarding facilities. ​

Additional learning support

Knightsbridge House International School offers the Personalised Learning Pathways (PLP) program, designed to provide individualized support for students requiring assistance. The program offers customized support in areas such as English language, reading, mathematics, or Mandarin. Support is delivered by class teachers and qualified teacher assistants.

Country affiliation

The school does not have a specific affiliation with any particular country.​

Religious affiliation

Knightsbridge House International School is a non-denominational institution with no religious affiliation.​


School day structure

The school day runs from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, with a morning break and lunch period.

Bus service

Knightsbridge House International School offers a bus service with both point-to-point and door-to-door options. Point-to-point routes have designated pickup and drop-off locations, while door-to-door service collects and drops off students at their homes.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are mandatory. The uniform kit includes a Polo Tee, Long Pants, a Skort for girls or Shorts for boys, a Sports Tee, Sports Shorts, a Sports Peak Cap, a Boater Hat, and a Hoodie. Uniforms can be purchased via the online Uniform Ordering Portal and delivered to students through the Backpack Delivery Service.

Governance and Ownership

The school is led by its founder, who serves as Executive Director.
Fees

Annual tuition at Knightsbridge House International School ranges from SGD 13,080 for 2026/27.

Application and Enrollment Fees
The school does not charge any registration, application, enrollment fees, or deposits.

Tuition Fees
- Annual Tuition Fee: SGD 12,000 plus GST, totaling SGD 13,080 per year.

Course Materials Fees (inc. GST)
- Years 1 to 6: SGD 1024.60 per year
- Years 7 and above: SGD 1,526 per year.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
Tuition fees are paid in four installments throughout the academic year.

Additional Costs
- Uniforms: SGD 18 - 312
- Lunch Service: SGD 11 - 16 per day
- Extracurricular Activities (ECAs): SGD 32.70 – 43.60 per session
- Bus Service:
-Door-to-door services (per year) - SGD 4,400
-Point-to-point service (per year) - SGD 2,800

Refund Policy
Specific details about the refund policy are outlined in the school's Terms and Conditions document.

Payment Options
The school accepts payments via bank transfer and GIRO. Detailed payment instructions and the GIRO form are available on the school's website.
Academics

Knightsbridge House International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 5 to 15.

Curriculum

Knightsbridge House International School follows the Cambridge International Curriculum from Year 1 through IGCSE. In the Primary School (Years 1 to 6), subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, Art & Design, Digital Literacy, Global Perspectives, Physical Education, and Mandarin. Lower Secondary School (Years 7 to 9) continues with these subjects, incorporating Computing. Upper Secondary School (Years 10 and 11) prepares students for the IGCSE examinations, offering compulsory subjects like Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, English First Language, and Global Perspectives, along with electives such as Mandarin Chinese or Enterprise. ​
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, such as Phonics Club and Novel Studies and Writing, which aim to enhance students' skills and confidence. These activities provide opportunities for students to engage with peers and develop social skills in a supportive environment. ​

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Knightsbridge House International School supports students with Special Educational Needs through its Personalised Learning Pathways (PLP) program. The PLP offers individualized learning support, including an ESL curriculum for students new to English and customized assistance in areas such as reading, mathematics, or Mandarin. Support is provided by class teachers and qualified teacher assistants.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Knightsbridge House International School offers support for students requiring assistance with English through its Personalised Learning Pathways (PLP) program. This includes an English as a Second Language (ESL) curriculum adapted from the WIDA English Language Development Standards Framework, 2020. Class teachers lead the support, with qualified teacher assistants providing assistance during school hours, either within the classroom or in small group settings.

Mental Wellbeing

Knightsbridge House International School emphasizes creating a nurturing and stimulating environment which aims to support students' overall development and promote positive mental health.

Safeguarding

Information regarding specific safeguarding policies and procedures at Knightsbridge House International School is not publicly available.
Parent Experience

History

Knightsbridge House International School was founded in August 2021 in Singapore by John Fearon, also the founder of Invictus International School. The school began with just five students and has since grown to a student population of 360. Initially located on Sentosa Island, it relocated to the larger Bukit Merah campus in January 2022.

Community

The school fosters a supportive and active community, emphasizing character development through values such as respect, resilience, responsibility, collaboration, and tolerance. Community events play a significant role, including annual traditions like the Winter Concert and Chinese New Year celebrations. Extracurricular activities such as STEM week and World Book Day further enrich the student experience.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) at Knightsbridge House International School is an integral part of the school community, actively organizing events that enhance student life. For example, the PTA arranged an end-of-term Disco Party and the Winter Concert, showcasing their dedication and involvement.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

Knightsbridge House International School operates two campuses in Singapore: Bukit Merah and Changi. The Bukit Merah campus has large classrooms with open spaces for collaborative learning, two indoor multi‑purpose atriums for activities, an indoor playground, a library and a canteen. The campus is about 20,000 sq ft in size and can accommodate 500 students. Beautiful gardens outside the campus are used for outdoor play at recess and for PE lessons. The Changi Campus features 28 large interactive classrooms, an expansive indoor playground for younger students, a rooftop garden, an outdoor futsal pitch, and a fully equipped science laboratory.

Sports Facilities

Bukit Merah hosts off‑site ECAs for basketball, soccer and badminton at courts across Jalan Bukit Merah, and swimming lessons are held at Delta Swimming Complex (900 Tiong Bahru Rd). The Bukit Merah campus leverages outdoor gardens for PE and outdoor play. The Changi Campus includes an outdoor futsal pitch for physical education and outdoor play for all grades. Both campuses support sport and PE activities through on‑site facilities and off‑site venues as needed.

Academic Facilities

The school delivers the Cambridge International curriculum across Primary, Lower Secondary and Upper Secondary, with Mandarin offered as a second language and streamed by ability. A Cambridge Examination Centre supports Cambridge assessments. The Changi Campus includes a fully equipped science laboratory, while the Bukit Merah Campus provides library facilities and large classrooms for collaborative learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Extra‑curricular activities at the Bukit Merah Campus cover sports (e.g., soccer, swimming, badminton, pickleball, basketball, floorball, floor gymnastics), arts (drama, contemporary dance, Chinese red drums, drawing, crafts), coding and technology (Robotics Micro:bits, Minecraft), and academic experiences such as Model United Nations. Term 3 ECA runs from January 20 to March 20, 2026, with ECA bus service provided at no extra cost to registered daily bus users. ECAs are offered on a term basis with detailed schedules and venues published for each activity.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Model United Nations High School (Bukit Merah) develops public speaking, critical thinking, research and writing, collaboration, and global awareness, with opportunities to attend local MUN conferences. SASMO Maths Competition Prep Class supports advanced problem solving and mathematical reasoning. Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Club strengthens logical thinking and teamwork. Chinese Club, Phonics Club, and Learn Japanese provide language enrichment and literacy. Changi Campus offers additional academic ECAs including Year 2-5 Math Competition Club NEW, French language NEW, Year 6-7 Math Competition Club NEW, and Chinese Club.

Arts & Creative

Arts ECAs include Drama Club and Contemporary Dance at Bukit Merah. Chinese Red Drums, Drawing Club and Creative Fingers Craft Club also operate at Bukit Merah. Changi Campus offers Cooking Club NEW, Photography NEW, and Arts (Art Club).

Cultural & Language

Chinese Club provides Mandarin language and culture activities; Learn Japanese offers structured language study. Changi Campus offers French language NEW, and Chinese Club (Changi) supports Mandarin language learning and cultural exposure.

Social & Hobbies

Minecraft clubs exist at both campuses, offering collaborative gaming and creative projects.

Leadership & Professional

Model United Nations High School fosters leadership through public speaking, critical thinking, research and writing, collaboration, and global awareness; universities view MUN participation favorably as part of an ECAs portfolio. The MUN club is open to students of all experience levels.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

A broad range of after-school sports and physical activities is offered: Bukit Merah provides soccer, swimming, badminton, pickleball, basketball, floorball, and floor gymnastics; Changi offers cricket, swimming, soccer, and badminton.
Languages

Language Provision

KBH provides an ESL curriculum for students new to English, adapted from the WIDA English Language Development Standards Framework (2020). Language support also includes Mandarin as part of PLP services, with additional reading and mathematics support available. Mandarin Chinese is offered as a Cambridge IGCSE elective, and English First Language is a compulsory IGCSE subject. The Cambridge pathway includes IGCSE at the Bukit Merah campus and Cambridge A Levels as a pre-university option for eligible students.
Reputation

Awards

Best Schools Award (Singapore) 2022 for Fees Below $25,000: The school was recognized by WhichSchoolAdvisor.com for providing quality education at an affordable fee structure, highlighting its commitment to accessible international education.

Outstanding Cambridge MidYIS Test Results 2023: Knightsbridge House International School achieved the best scores globally in the Cambridge MidYIS assessment for students aged 11 to 14 in 2023, reflecting its dedication to academic excellence.

Accreditations

Cambridge International Accreditation: Knightsbridge House International School is accredited by Cambridge International, allowing it to offer the Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, and IGCSE curricula. This accreditation ensures the school meets rigorous global education standards.

Admissions

Admissions

Attend an Open House or Schedule a School Tour. Prospective families are encouraged to participate in an Open House event or arrange a personal tour to experience the school's environment and facilities firsthand. This provides an opportunity to meet faculty members and ask any questions about the school's programs and community.

Submit an Online Application. Once you've decided to proceed, complete the online application form available on the school's website. Ensure you have the necessary documents ready for upload.

Application Review and Assessment. The admissions team will review the submitted application and documents. If necessary, they may request additional information or schedule an assessment to better understand your child's educational needs and ensure appropriate placement.

Offer of Placement. After the review process, the school will inform you of the admission decision. If a place is offered, you'll receive details about the enrollment process, including information on tuition fees, payment schedules, and other relevant policies.

Complete Enrollment Formalities. To secure your child's place, complete the enrollment formalities as outlined by the admissions team. This may include signing the student contract, submitting any remaining documents, and arranging for payment of fees.

Prepare for School Commencement. Once enrolled, you'll receive information about school uniforms, schedules, and orientation sessions to help your child transition smoothly into the school community.

Scholarships

Knightsbridge House International School does not offer scholarships or bursaries. The school focuses on providing affordable, high-quality education, with annual tuition fees set at SGD 12,000 plus GST.

Waitlist

Knightsbridge House International School allocates placements on a first-come, first-served basis. In instances where a grade level reaches full capacity, the school maintains a transparent waitlist, adhering to the same first-come, first-served principle. Families are encouraged to submit applications promptly to secure a place or position on the waitlist.
School Events
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