Stamford American International School (SAIS) is a leading co-educational, college preparatory international school for children age 18 months to 18 years old. Certified as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, offering the (IB) curriculum, aligned to rigorous American Standards (AERO - American Education Reaches Out). AERO standards provide a curriculum consistency to the U.S.
The full IB curriculum is offered including the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP).
The only school in Singapore to offer both the IB Programme and College Board's Advanced Placement (AP) courses whereby secondary students have the opportunity of obtaining Advanced Placement credits to universities/Colleges starting from Grade 10 (age 15/16). Students can graduate in Grade 12 with the Stamford American High School Preparatory Diploma, with a choice of three different pathways - the full IB Diploma, AP International Diploma or a blended program that consists of IBDP and AP courses and exams.
The Stamford American education pathway may be undertaken at any point between Nursery (18 months to 3 years), Kindergarten (4 to 6 years), Elementary/Primary (7 to 11 years), and Secondary (12 to 18 years).
Operating on the Northern Hemisphere academic schedule starting in August, with two primary enrolment intakes in August and January, plus allowance for rolling enrolment as capacity allows.
As part of the curriculum Grade 3 to Grade 12 students participate in an Academic Field Studies Program that takes place in various countries in the Asian region with the aim of developing students as leaders who are ecologically literate, compassionate, and engaged global citizens.
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Facilities
Two bespoke campuses centrally located: Woodleigh main campus (Elementary & Secondary) at 279 Upper Serangoon Road (1 Woodleigh Lane) 357684 Singapore. Early Learning Village: (Early Years) at 3 Chuan Lane 554350 Singapore
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History
In August 2008, the Government of Singapore listed the site of the former Upper Serangoon Secondary School as available for the construction of a new international school, in part to address the need of businesses seeking to recruit employees from other countries. Potential hires were reluctant to take work where so few places existed in international schools to serve their children. In November, the Government announced that Cognita had been chosen to build a new school on the site.[1] The school is owned and operated by Cognita Schools Group which was founded in 2004, the Cognita family of schools now incorporates over 51 schools world-wide, with schools in the UK, Spain, Chile, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong and Vietnam, covering the age range of 18 months - 18 years.
The school first opened in August 2009 at the Foundation Campus, located at 11 Lorong Chuan, while the purpose designed permanent campus was being built. Stamford American International School's $300 million campus was completed and opened in August 2012. Following expansion, the second purpose-built campus at 3 Chuan Lane, The Early Learning Village, is due to open in August 2017 for their Early Years students from 18 months to 6 years.In August 2008, the Government of Singapore listed the site of the former Upper Serangoon Secondary School as available for the construction of a new international school, in part to address the need of businesses seeking to recruit employees from other countries. Potential hires were reluctant to take work where so few places existed in international schools to serve their children. In November, the Government announced that Cognita had been chosen to build a new school on the site.[1] The school is owned and operated by Cognita Schools Group which was founded in 2004, the Cognita family of schools now incorporates over 51 schools world-wide, with schools in the UK, Spain, Chile, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong and Vietnam, covering the age range of 18 months - 18 years.
The school first opened in August 2009 at the Foundation Campus, located at 11 Lorong Chuan, while the purpose designed permanent campus was being built. Stamford American International School's $300 million campus was completed and opened in August 2012. Following expansion, the second purpose-built campus at 3 Chuan Lane, The Early Learning Village, is due to open in August 2017 for their Early Years students from 18 months to 6 years.
School vision
- As a school community we will continually trive to provide the best teaching and learning experiences for all so hat each individual achieves more than they believe they can.
- We will celebrate our academic, sports and service accomplishments so that individuals and groups are recognized locally, nationally and globally.
- We will become the leading American international school in Singapore and achieve a global reputation for excellence and academic rigor.
Accreditation & Authorization
Stamford American International School is registered under the Singaporean Government's Council for Private Education (CPE) as a Private Education Institution, and is the first Nursery to Grade 12 school to achieve the full Edutrust accreditation. Stamford American is an authorized IB World School and is a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS), fully accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
Student Profile
70 nationalities from 6 continents are represented in the student population. The United States makes up 30% of the population.
At Stamford, 'international' is not merely part of our school's name. Globalism lies at the very heart of our ethos and the core of our daily life. We are proud that the United States represents our largest nationality, but we are equally proud that our other 65 nationalities represent 70% of our student population. Together, our truly international student and staff community embrace diversity - celebrating each other's cultures and achieving the ability to live,learn, work and compete in our increasingly converging world.
School Divisions
Early Learning Village (Pre-School)
Caters to students from 18 months to 6 years of age which is Pre-Nursery to Kindergarten 1. The Curriculum is founded on the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IBPYP) which starts at age 3 in Pre-Kindergarten. From 18 months, Stamford students begin their learning journey through the use of Teaching Strategies Gold Tracking which is aligned to the USA Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
The campus is located 2.6km from the Woodleigh Lane Campus, and was purpose-built following the Reggio Emilia Philosophy encouraging learning through the environment.
Elementary School (Primary School)
Caters to students from 6 years to 11 years of age which is Kindergarten 2 to Grade 5. The curriculum pathway continues following the IBPYP framework integrated with American Education Reaches Out (AERO) standards. The NWEA's Measures
of Academic Progress (MAP) testing is offered from age 5 to 16 which provides developmentally appropriate standards essential for guiding the learning of children in our care.
Secondary School (Middle School & High School)
Caters to students from 11 years to 18 years of age which is Grade 6 to Grade 12. The curriculum pathway expands to the IB Middle Years Programme (IBMYP) and IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) integrated with American Education Reaches Out (AERO) standards. Students in Grade 6 to Grade 10 receive instruction in 8 MYP courses: Language A-English, Humanities, Technology, Mathematics, Science, Arts (Music, Drama, Choir and Art), Physical Education and Language B-Spanish or Mandarin.
The College Board Advanced Placement (AP) courses are offered starting in Grade 10, which allows students to choose from 3 graduation pathways: Stamford American High School Preparatory Diploma, with a choice of three different pathways - the full IB Diploma, AP International Diploma or a blended program that consists of IBDP and AP courses and exams
Stamford is presently offering over 40 IB courses and 20 AP courses as part of the curriculum. The IBDP is a pre-university course of study that demands the best from motivated students and teachers. The two-year curriculum is one of the highest regarded academic programs for students age 16-19 available in the world. Research conducted in the UK reveals that university admissions offices recognize that the skills developed by IBDP students makes them highly desirable applicants for university.
Drama
We combine a passion for drama and world-class facilities to nurture and achieve the best from your aspiring actor or director.
Weekly drama classes begin at age 5 and continue through to Grade 10, equipping students with the knowledge and skills in acting as well as presentation which is valuable in all subjects and career choices. Further to this we offer an International Baccalaureate Diploma in Theater, a rigorous preparation not only for a career as a writer, designer, producer, director or performer, but instilling the confidence, expression and creativity needed to excel in any career of your child's choosing.
Our state-of-the-art 500-seat Reagan Theater provides the perfect environment to rehearse and perform and is the only school theater in Singapore equipped with an LED backdrop screen, allowing students to give more interactive performances and presentations.
Our drama students' endless efforts, expertise and enthusiasm combine in 5 full-scale productions annually. These include dedicated Elementary and Secondary productions as well as whole school performances, enabling students of all ages to shine.
Academic Field Studies
Our academic field studies program at Stamford recognizes that no single element of learning works in isolation. It also demonstrates the importance of taking responsibility for one's own life journey.
The program - developed in consultation with experiential education market-leaders JUMP! - aims to develop ecologically literate, compassionate and engaged leaders. Grouped before field trips to prepare and lead their own experience, the students learn to build capacity to innovate, create and lead in a real-life environment, all the while linked to their academics.
Exploring the academic curriculum within fascinating and often challenging environments beyond
the classroom, this progressive experience, commencing from Grade 4 and concluding at graduation,develops efficacy, self-belief, leadership and communication. All qualities key to success both academically and beyond the educational environment.
Co-curricular Activities (CCA)
The Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) Program commences from Pre-K to Grade 12. The school offers two semesters of CCA opportunities with over 250 activities available each semester. The program incorporates teacher led activities along with professional vendor activities to best accommodate interest from within our student community.
The program has a high participation rate with 78% of student body getting involved in the activity program, with 75% of activities offered, free of charge.
All CCAs run between 40 and 80 minutes after the regular school day and there is the option of a CCA bus that runs from point to point.
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