Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Admission process?
   Registration for admission by submission of the completed admission form. Written tests to determine the individual skills a student has acquired before joining NPS International. 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 would be no tests for the Montessori and Kindergarten.
2. What does the admission test consist of?
   Grades 1 to 5 - Maths and English papers English will include comprehension and free writing Maths will include 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.
3. What is the academic calendar?
   The academic calendar is from April to March.
4. 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 AISSE examinations of the 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
5. How many students are there to a class?
   Each class would have an average of 25 students. The Montessori sections may have a lower number.
6. 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).
7. What are the fees and when are they payable?
   See the Fee Table Term fees: The fees are due on 1st March, 1st July and 1st November. The transport fee is also payable at the same time as the term fees.E.g. For Grade 1: The fees payable on 1st April is (S$3000 + Transport Fee) +GST. Admission Fee and Refundable deposit: A one time Admission fee (One month's tuition fee + GST) and a Refundable depositof S$3000 is payable at the time of admission of each child.
8. 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.
9. Is there a non-refundable deposit?
   No.
10. How are the fees to be paid?
    GIRO.
11. What text books are proposed to be followed?
    CBSE prescribed textbooks and special course materials developed in-house will be 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.
12. 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, weekly in-house training sessions, ongoing professional development and training programmes with internal and external trainers.The initial pool of teachers is drawn mostly from India and Singapore.
13. 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 Singapore Mrs. Sundaram was the Principal of an International School in Mumbai, India.
14. 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.
15. What sports programs are offered?
    Soccer, Tennis, Cricket, Karate, Taekwando, Basketball, Badminton and Swimming (pool facilities located near Bedok would be utilized)Many of these sports will also be offered indoors.
16. 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 theschool premises.
17. What are the school timings?
    9:00 am to 3:30 pm for Grade 1, 9:00 am to 01:00 pm for Montessori and Kindergarten. The lunch break will last for half an hour and in addition there would be a short recess.
18. 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.
19. Do you offer childcare or after school care?
    No.
20. Policy regarding transfers to Bangalore if we are moving back to Bangalore?
    Reciprocal admission at NPS, NAFL and TISB schools, if the student moves to India. The student would be expected to perform well in the entrance test.
21. Are admissions open from Grade X onwards?
    No admission directly into Grade X, since Grades IX and X are considered part of an integrated programme. Admission to Grade XI would be offered from 2010.
22. What second languages are offered?
    French, Hindi, Tamil, Mandarin are offered now. Other languages like Korean, Spanish, Japanese etc would be offered if the number of students makes it viable.
23. Where is the campus?
    10 and 12 Chai Chee Lane, Singapore 469021 and 469022.
24. When is the campus open for visits?
    Campus visits can be arranged by prior appointment with the school.
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.