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English is the language of instruction and all students study two languages. Primary offers Mandarin and French (with EAL support); Kindergarten 1 starts Mandarin and K2 starts Mandarin and French; Years 1–6 have three language lessons per week in Mandarin, French or EAL. The school provides a Mother Tongue Programme in secondary with external tutors and an MT coordinator. IB language pathways in MYP and DP cover English, Mandarin, French, Spanish Ab Initio, and Pamoja Ab Initio options, with opportunities for a Bilingual Diploma via MT pathways or SSST.
The school uses English as the language of instruction and requires students to study two languages. In Primary, Kindergarten 1 is introduced to Mandarin; K2 to Mandarin and French; from Years 1 to 6, three language lessons per week in Mandarin, French, or English as an Additional Language (EAL). In Secondary, students continue Mandarin, French, or EAL and may study their Mother Tongue as Language & Literature through the Mother Tongue Programme, with external tutors and MT coordinator support. The IB language pathways in the Diploma Programme include English A and English B; Mandarin B; French B; Spanish Ab Initio and Pamoja Ab Initio options, with a Bilingual Diploma pathway available via SSST or MT routes.
For more than three decades, Chatsworth International School has distinguished itself as a leading IB World School in Singapore, offering a truly personalized K–12 education that balances academic rigor with a nurturing, "small-school" feel. Its close-knit community of over 50 nationalities fosters a genuine sense of belonging, where students are known, supported, and encouraged to realise their full potential. The school’s commitment to excellence is reflected in its consistent track record of the IB Diploma and MYP eAssessment results. Beyond the classroom, students thrive in a nature-inspired campus adjacent to a lush rainforest, benefiting from an award-winning curriculum that emphasises inquiry-based learning and global citizenship. The school features well-equipped facilities such as science labs, art studios, and sports facilities, including swimming pools and outdoor courts.
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