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How Dover Court supports children starting a new school during relocation and settling in at an expat school Singapore families trust.

How Dover Court supports high achievers through personalised learning, stretch and support, and strong academic outcomes.

Understand the academic challenges and how structured support helps students adapt and maintain progress after curriculum transitions.

Discover how early education supports long-term success through structured early years learning in an international school.

Discover how early education at Dover Court is shaped by teaching expertise, careful assessment, and strong foundations for future success.

International school vs preschool in Singapore. Understand timing, early years learning, and when to make the transition.

Discover how a well-rounded school supports academic success through extracurricular and holistic development at Dover Court.

A guide to assessments, grades and student progress in British and international curricula beyond exams.

GCSE to IB at Dover Court explained. Discover which curriculum best prepares students for university success.

Our students have received 139+ university offers worldwide, with 59% from Russell Group universities, reflecting strong academic outcomes within a non‑selective school environment. With offers spanning the UK, USA, Canada, Europe, Asia and Australia, and destinations including top‑ranked global universities, these results highlight academic consistency, global ambition and success across a wide range of subjects.

Dover Court International School has been successfully re accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) in collaboration with the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). This globally recognised achievement affirms our strong academic standards, student progress and wellbeing, organisational excellence, and our commitment to continuous school improvement.

Eight talented Years 5 and 6 students travelled to Shanghai to represent Dover Court International School at the FOBISIA Maths Competition 2026. Competing alongside more than 300 students from 36 schools across Asia, our students tackled complex problem-solving activities, construction engineering tasks, and fast-paced maths races – earning a bronze medal in the individual competition. Their teamwork, confidence and enthusiasm throughout the two day event reflect Dover Court’s commitment to academic excellence, resilience, and meaningful global learning opportunities.

In this article, Becky Hunter, Assistant Head of Primary (EdTech & Assessment) at Dover Court International School, shares how reflective practice and student voice shape our Primary School reporting process. Discover how reflection, metacognition, and student agency help children understand their learning, build confidence, and take ownership of their progress across the Primary years.

Carla Hyland, Deputy Head of Secondary, breaks down what academic rigour really means at Dover Court — challenging learning, personalised support, and enriching experiences that help every student thrive.

Congratulations to Annika and Cooper, our Year 12 finalists in the Articulation Prize Singapore 2026—showcasing confidence, creativity, and exceptional public speaking skills.

How metacognition, inclusion, and academic ambition work together at Dover Court International School. By Chris Short, Interim Principal, Dover Court International School Singapore

Year 12 students from Dover Court International School (DCIS) recently took part in the British High Commission’s student pitching competition at the Singapore Airshow, presenting an innovative, sustainability-focused solution to reduce food waste in aviation. The event was a proud moment for the school, made even more special with Year 12 student Annasophia being awarded Best Individual Speaker for her confident, articulate, and insightful delivery.

Dover Court International School is proud to announce that 10 of its students received 12 Outstanding Pearson Learner Awards (OPLA), recognising the highest marks in Singapore and globally across the IGCSE/GCSE examinations in May 2025. Additionally, 35 Dover Court students earned Pearson Excellence Awards, celebrating exceptional results across multiple subjects.

As our Year 11 students approach their IGCSE mock examinations at Dover Court International School, we are committed to ensuring they feel confident, supported, and well-prepared. In this article, Caspar Yim, Progress Leader for Year 11, outlines the comprehensive strategies we use to guide students through this important academic milestone.