Singapore
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Book a school tour
The best way to get to know Dover Court is to experience our campus in person. We welcome visits throughout the year and encourage families to visit during term time, when our school is alive with learning. You can join a personalised tour or one of our regular group tours, where our friendly Admissions team will show you around, answer your questions, and help you get a true feel for our community.
Apply Online
If you decide Dover Court International School is the right place for your child(ren), the next step is to submit an application. To submit an application, simply complete the DCIS online application form, upload the required documents for your child’s year group, and pay the one‑time application fee.
Review and assessment
As a non-selective school, we review and assess students where needed to ensure students are placed in the best provision to support their success. Once an application is received, all documents are reviewed by the academic staff to determine the required applicant-appropriate assessments.
Receive offer
Once we have received all application documents and completed the necessary assessments, and these have been approved by our Admissions Committee, we will send you written confirmation of an offer of placement.
Accept and Enrol
When accepting the offer to join Dover Court International School, please pay the one‑time registration fee before the deadline stated in your formal acceptance letter. If we do not receive payment by the deadline and the year group is oversubscribed, your child’s place may be offered to another applicant.
Assessment and Prioritisation:
- Once an application is submitted, it is reviewed by the admissions team. Depending on availability and learning profile, children may be invited for assessments or interviews.
Offer of Placement:
- Offers of placement are extended based on availability in the desired year group. If a place becomes available, families are contacted promptly.
Dover Court International School offers partial scholarships for students entering their International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in Years 12 and 13. These scholarships can reduce tuition fees by up to 50% for the duration of the two-year course.
Eligibility Criteria:
Academic Excellence: Applicants must demonstrate strong academic performance and proficiency in English.
Extracurricular Strengths: Candidates should exhibit talent in areas such as the arts, technology, humanities, mathematics, science, languages, or sports.
Community Engagement: A commitment to contributing to both the school and the local community is essential.
Parental Support: Families are expected to provide assurance of adequate support to ensure the student's success at DCIS.
With over 50 years of educational excellence in Singapore, Dover Court International School (DCIS) empowers students to achieve beyond expectations through its award-winning, personalised approach to teaching. At DCIS, success is not one-size-fits-all — it’s crafted around each student’s strengths, interests, and aspirations. Offering multiple curriculum options, including the IB Diploma Programme, IB Courses, and International BTEC diplomas Levels 2 and 3 in Business, DCIS ensures every student finds the right route to academic and personal achievement. Sixth Form students earn world-leading academic results and regularly progress to top universities worldwide, supported by a flexible and tailored learning experience. As part of the Nord Anglia Education family, DCIS students benefit from exclusive collaborations with MIT, The Juilliard School, UNICEF, and IMG Academy — enriching their education with cutting-edge innovation, world-class performing arts, global citizenship, and elite athletic development. DCIS is home to a vibrant and welcoming international community of over 65 nationalities, that celebrates kindness and fosters confidence. Here, inclusion isn’t just a value — it’s a proven foundation for student success.
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