Admissions
Welcome to Admissions
Dan Entwistle
Director of Admissions
We are delighted that you are considering UWCSEA as a place for your child and your family.
Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a parent can make. It is a lifelong investment in your child's future, and the right fit is critical.
Whether you are new to Singapore or have been here for many years, you will know there are many great international schools to choose from. So what makes UWCSEA so special?
Our Mission Sets Us Apart
Our mission is to make education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future. It underpins every part of our learning programme, from Kindergarten through to Grade 12. What does that look like in practice? It could be a K1 class planting, nurturing and growing seedlings as part of our Rainforest Restoration project or an IB student's Theory of Knowledge project exploring how to make education accessible to refugees in various parts of the world.
An Academic Approach Built on Innovation and Inter-connectedness
Our curriculum is concept-based, meaning students explore big, important ideas in depth rather than isolated facts. It is also interdisciplinary, with links and connections drawn between subjects. This approach to learning is proven to develop deeper understanding, critical thinking and transferable skills making it easier for students to transition in and out of UWCSEA, as is the nature of an international school abroad.
We have the largest IB cohort in the world. It is non-selective, and our students regularly go on to attend top-tier universities around the globe. We are also the only school in Asia to offer the IB Systems Transformation course option that will be rolled globally by the IB, by 2030.
More Than Academics
A UWCSEA education is about more than academic results. Outdoor Education, Activities, Service, and Personal and Social Education are equally as important. The five strands of our holistic learning programme shape well-rounded, confident young people who are ready to make a positive difference in the world.
We are proud of our widely held reputation as one of the top international schools in Singapore.
A Truly Global Community
When you join UWCSEA, you join a community of diverse families, some who have called Singapore home for years, others who have just arrived. With more than 100 nationalities and over 80 languages represented in our student community, our diversity is a living reflection of our mission.You and your family become part of this rich tapestry of cultures, perspectives and experiences, all united under one mission: to make education a force to unite people for peace and a sustainable future. We believe it is our differences that make us stronger as a community.
With 20,000 UWCSEA alumni worldwide, our students may leave our campuses, but they never leave our community. They stay connected to each other, and to our mission, for life.
Come and See for Yourself
Please don't hesitate to Visit or Connect With Us if you require further information. There are several ways for you to reach out; by enquiring or booking a tour or virtual consultation with an Admissions Officer. We also have Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Bahasa Indonesia and Malay-speaking staff who can assist.
We invite you to explore our campuses virtually or in-person, meet our community, and see for yourself what makes a UWCSEA education truly extraordinary.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Warm regards,
Dan Entwistle
Director of Admissions, UWCSEA
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