Dover Court International School
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Singapore

Head of School	Richard Dyer
Gender	Co-Educational
School Type	Nursery, Primary, Secondary
Ages	3 - 18
Curriculum	English National Curriculum, IGCSE, IB Diploma, BTEC, EYFS, Key Stages 1 & 2, Key Stages 3 & 4, STEAM/STEM, EAL, Special Educational Needs (SEN), ASDAN
Fees	Nursery: (full day): SG$22,470; Reception: SG$27,030; Year 1-6: (Year 1 - Year 2):SG$27,030; (Year 3 - Year 6):SG$28,890; Years 7-8: SG$32,100; Years 9-11: (Year 9):SG$32,100; (Year 10 - Year 11):SG$33,540; Years 12: SG$34,875; Years 13: SG$34,876;
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Debenture	No
Language of Instruction	English
Application Dates	Year-round
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Address	301 Dover Road, 139644

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Dover Court International School

Dover Court International School (DCIS) is an inclusive British international school in Singapore. DCIS offers a broad, balanced and differentiated programme operating within the framework of the English National Curriculum. DCIS is passionate about how children learn and is committed to ensuring that the aspirations and potential of every student are fostered and nurtured.

DCIS is highly ambitious for their students in all aspects of their academic and personal growth. Students are energetic, articulate, motivated, confident, caring and they are eager to make their mark on the world. One of the great strengths is the British style international education is that such growth involves all aspects of students’ moral, physical, emotional, aesthetic, social and academic development focused on each individual’s personal best. Here at DCIS, this is achieved through superb teaching supported and complemented by Teaching Assistants and the guidance of Form Tutors and Progress Leaders. Teachers are drawn from the very best worldwide and the administrative and support staff are dedicated professionals, all of whom play a vital part in the education of our students.

Dover Court International School is located in the educational district of Dover in western Singapore.

The school is set on a spacious 12-acre campus which boasts extensive outdoor space embedded in greenery, with a grass field, swimming pool, sensory garden, and multiple playgrounds. We also have specialist suites for science, music, design technology, art, drama and dance and are looking forward to the completion of a new sports hall and an expressive arts hub.

The education of young people at the school is not just about what happens in the classroom. The program of extracurricular activities is designed to enrich and improve students' overall learning experience. DCIS offers a range of activities, from sports and music to art and science, there is something for everyone.

Curriculum

Through three bespoke pathways the needs of students of all abilities are catered for. Pathway 1 is the mainstream pathway, whilst students in Pathway 2 follow the mainstream curriculum in a smaller setting, with adaptations made where needed. Pathway 3 offers the highest level of educational support and students follow an individualised curriculum in smaller settings. Integration and twinning are important parts of the school day and students across the three pathways share many learning opportunities to foster a truly inclusive mindset.

DCIS starts in the Early Years Foundation stage with the Nursery and Reception years where we provide structured learning through play in a Reggio Emilia inspired environment. Children then progress through Key Stages 1 and 2, following a well-planned and tested programme of study in a range of core and extension subjects. Through the International Primary Curriculum, DCIS is able to teach the English National Curriculum in a thematic way.

Students who do not speak English as their first language can access additional support through English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme up to, and including, Year 9. English levels are measured by using assessments that link to the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) so that we can best meet the needs of each student. The students are assessed in their speaking, listening, reading and writing proficiency in English and the scores determine the level of support needed.

The Secondary School offers a balanced educational programme that spans across humanities, mathematics, arts, languages and sciences, based on the English National Curriculum. In Key Stage 4 students sit examinations in a range of subjects, earning iGCSE qualifications, which are recognised worldwide. The Sixth Form offers two pathways; the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and BTEC International Diploma Levels 2 and 3 in Business, in preparation for any future study options DCIS students may follow. ASDAN qualifications are also offered to our SEN learners.

Inside The School

Parent Reviews

“Our first physical visit to the school was just amazing. The gap between expectation and reality can be very large. Fortunately for us Dover court more than met our expectations! From a lovely campus to great teachers and an awesome environment, Dover has it all! In some schools the focus is often only on academics. Our initial feedback is that Dover Court focuses more on the holistic development of children, which is so essential in today’s world. IQ and EQ are both balanced in this institution. As parents we could not have asked for anything else.” - Agarwal Family, Year 10

“We chose Dover Court as our children were students at the NAE School in Hong Kong. Moving countries is a very stressful time for the family however the transition between schools has been brilliant. The leadership team at the school in Hong Kong helped to facilitate the required testing for our children and the admissions team in Singapore were excellent at keeping us informed on how the applications were progressing. The main attraction of the school was the quality of teaching, and professionalism that was demonstrated from our first interactions, expressing and managing a curriculum that was familiar to us, as parents.” - Clark Family, Years 6 and 9

“We were looking for an international school that not only cares about good academic results but also is nurturing and cares about the well-being of the students. We want to give our children the opportunity to have friends from various countries and cultural backgrounds. DCIS is able to provide the necessary support to our children and focus on their individual needs socially and academically. Dover Court’s well-structured curriculum was of great appeal, exposing the children to a broad range of interests and skills beyond the classroom. The sports program has also been excellent. Now we see children who are happy to go to school, excited to learn, have kind friends and classmates, as well as supportive teachers. We’d recommend Dover Court International School to anyone looking for quality education with caring and knowledgeable teachers and a welcoming, diverse community of students.” - Lee Family – Years 4 and 7

Specialist Programmes

As part of Nord Anglia Education, NAE, DCIS is part of a global community of over 66,000 students who collaborate together through the Global Campus. Every Global Campus activity is designed to enrich learning experiences with opportunities beyond the ordinary. From expeditions to Switzerland to visual arts and creative writing competitions, the students are inspired to be ambitious in their learning and to collaborate globally. Nord Anglia Education takes an innovative approach to learning, particularly evident in the collaboration with MIT in developing real-world challenges across the subjects of Science, Technology, Engineering Art and Mathematics (STEAM). The performing arts curricula are enriched by our collaboration with Juilliard and our partnership with UNICEF supports our Global Citizenship and Service Learning.

Education Philosophy

Dover Court International School is an inclusive and diverse school community in Singapore. We are committed to delivering the highest quality teaching and learning, that meets the needs of all of our students. Complementing academic challenge, we celebrate diversity and promote social responsibility; ensuring all children grow in confidence and feel a sense of achievement. Our priority is to provide a safe, nurturing and supportive environment, to allow students and staff the opportunity to reach their full potential.

School News and Open Days

School News

The new Secondary School Expressive Arts Hub will be ready for the start of the 2022-2023 academic year, boasting specialists’ rooms for Drama, including a Black Box Theatre, Music, Art and a Design and Technology lab. The new Sports Hall will be a welcome addition to our sports programme and Pathway 3, our SEN division, looks forward to new classrooms, a new sensory room, a movement room and a learning kitchen.

Why Choose Dover Court International School

At Dover Court International School, teachers provide the highest quality of learning, where all students are given the opportunities to achieve their very best. With small class sizes, teachers know each individual child and how to enable them to make exceptional achievement in all areas of the curriculum. The work is focused on developing all students as individuals and as lifelong learners. The aim to inspire all students, challenge their thinking and support them in reaching their full potential, and beyond.