Parent's Review of Stamford American International School in Singapore, Singapore

What is the name of your child's school? (Please report on one school per survey.)

Stamford American International School

In what town or city is this school located?

Singapore

How would you describe this school? (i.e. American, British, International, Local, etc.)

American and IB

What grade levels are represented at this school?

Nursery through Grade 7

How do most children get to school everyday? (bus, train, walk, etc.)

School bus, taxi (parent drop-off's), walk

How would you describe the facilities at this school? What extra-curricular activities are available?

Facilities are new and updated. The campus has its own swimming pool. Good selections of after school activities and organized lunchtime activities (sports, clubs, etc.)

What has this school done to help your child transition from the curriculum in your home country into the curriculum in your new country? Are there programs to prepare your child for repatriation?

My children went to an IB school in the US. Since SAIS offers a blend of American and IB curriculum, I'd expect the transition back to be fairly smooth.

How would you describe the social activities available for parents through this school? Are there parent-teacher organizations?

There is an active PTA. There are also many parent/family events throughout the school year. Very open communication between parents and teachers. Parents can really get involved at different levels.