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Dover Court International School

Singapore

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Community, involvement and what it's like to be a parent at this school

History

Dover Court International School, established in 1972, was originally founded to cater to the needs of expatriate families. In 2014, the school became part of the Nord Anglia Education group, enhancing its global connectivity and access to international resources.

Community

Dover Court International School in Singapore is known for its inclusive and diverse community, welcoming students from a wide range of backgrounds and nationalities. The school frequently hosts community events such as Community and Culture Week, which celebrates the multicultural makeup of its student body with cultural performances and food from around the world. Additionally, the school emphasizes community involvement through events like the annual Winter Fair and various parent-teacher engagements, fostering a collaborative and welcoming environment for families relocating from overseas.

Parent-Teacher Association

DCIS has an active Parent-Teacher Association known as the Dover Court Association (DCA). The DCA is open to all parents and plays a vital role in welcoming new families, organizing social events, fundraising, and providing pastoral support. They host various activities, including family fun events, beach clean-ups, coffee mornings, and teacher appreciation weeks, all aimed at bringing the school community together.

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Secondary Infinity House Challenge
Secondary Infinity House Challenge (credit Dover Court International School)
New parent coffee morning
New parent coffee morning
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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SGD 30,198 - 47,982
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 2000
Type Co-educational
Opened 1972
Bus Service Yes
Availability Are there places?
principal
Christopher Short
School Principal

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.

School Events

Past Events

NEST Open House (Ages 3–7)
NEST Open House (Ages 3–7)
Dover Court International School invites families to a second NEST Open House for children aged 3 to...
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 at 10:00 GMT+8 Dover Court International School, 301 Dover Road, Singapore 139644

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