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XCL World Academy is recognised by leading global education organisations and industry bodies for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, student wellbeing, and future-focused learning. As one of the few IB Continuum World Schools in Singapore, XWA is authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) pathway, providing students with globally recognised qualifications and a seamless educational journey from the Primary Years Programme (PYP) through to the Diploma Programme (DP).
The school holds accreditation from the Council of International Schools (CIS), which independently verifies the quality of teaching, student wellbeing, safeguarding, and international education standards. XWA is also accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), a US-recognised accreditation body that supports university admissions and ensures continuous school improvement. In addition, XWA holds Singapore’s EduTrust Certification and Enhanced Registration Framework (ERF) status, reflecting strong governance, operational quality, and student support systems.
XCL World Academy has been recognised by both industry experts and parents for excellence across innovation, facilities, student wellbeing, and academic outcomes. In the 2025 HoneyKids International School Awards, XWA received the Silver Award for Digital Technology in Learning, recognising its leadership in AI, technology integration, and future-ready education. The school was also awarded Silver for Best New Campus for its purpose-built Early & Primary Years campus and received the Editor's Choice Award for Student Wellbeing, highlighting its strong commitment to pastoral care and holistic student development.
In addition, XWA has been ranked among Singapore's leading international schools by parents on WhichSchoolAdvisor. The school is currently ranked
Located just 20 minutes from Singapore’s city centre, XCL World Academy (XWA) is a leading award winning international school offering a future-ready education for students aged 18 months to 18 years. Home to a diverse community of over 50 nationalities, XWA combines academic excellence with innovation, wellbeing, and personalised support in a welcoming, mid-sized environment. As an IB Continuum World School, XWA offers the IB pathway alongside a globally recognised High School Diploma and AP options. Students benefit from world-class facilities across its 5-hectare campus, including a dedicated Innovation Hub with VR studios, robotics labs, podcast studios, and an eSports arena, alongside premium sports and performing arts facilities. XWA also features a purpose-built Early & Primary Years campus designed around inquiry, creativity, and play-based learning. The school’s English-Chinese Bilingual Programme immerses students in both languages through co-teaching by native-speaking educators. A key differentiator is XWA’s XCLerate Future Skills Programme, which develops future-ready skills through hands-on learning in AI literacy, entrepreneurship & financial literacy, leadership, sustainability, and technology. Students consistently achieve strong IB results and receive offers from leading universities worldwide. The XWA Class of 2026, comprising of 53 students, has already received over 635 university offers and more than USD 24 million in scholarships.
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