 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
About Us
Profile |
| For a snapshot of important facts about ICS, download the ICS Fact Sheet here. International Community School (ICS) was founded in 1993 by a group of parents from several different nationalities and walks of life. Their common goal was to establish a Christian school in Singapore to serve the needs of both corporate and missionary expatriates. ICS is the only Christian international school in Singapore. It is a mid-sized school of over 350 students, offering preschool (age 3) through Grade 12 (pre-university), and utilizing an American-based curriculum. United States citizens comprise nearly half of the student body, and the remaining students represent over 20 additional countries. The staff consists of over 40 well-qualified ICS faculty members coming mostly from the US; however, the faculty also represents graduates from universities in Canada, Australia, Singapore, and Sweden. Class sizes average between 15-20 students, allowing each student to receive a maximum amount of individual attention. The high quality of care and love for the students by our staff is among the many strengths of ICS. Our teachers are fully committed to excellence as well as to the development of the whole student – physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Teachers are involved actively in the students’ well-being through varied after school activities including Bible study programs. Our goal is to have an environment where Christ is modeled and taught. ICS is a member of the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS)an interdenominational mission organization with its headquarters in the USA. ICS is fully accredited by both the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). We are also registered with the Singapore Ministry of Education (MOE). Graduates of ICS have attended the following universities:Alabama State University, Auburn University, Azusa Pacific University, Biola University, Baylor University, California Polytechnic, Calvin College, Center of American Education (Singapore), Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, John Brown University, Liberty University, Nanyang Technological University (Singapore), Oregon State University, Oxford University, Parsons the New School of Design (New York), Point Loma Nazarene University, Purdue University, Rochester Institute of Technology, Samford University, Schiller International University (Switzerland), Seattle Pacific University, Trinity College (Australia), Union University, University of Auckland, University of California at Berkeley, University of British Columbia, University of Exeter (England), University of Nebraska, University of North Texas, University of Perth (Australia), University of San Francisco, University of Southern California, University of Virginia, University of Washington, Valparaiso University, Virginia Military Institute, Wright State University, and Xiamen University (China). Each ICS high school student is required to complete community service hours as a part of the regular curriculum. |
| History: |
|
International Community School (ICS) operates as a member of an international school network (Network of International Christian Schools). The school began in 1993 with a handful of students in elementary school. It has grown to over 350 students in grades Pre-K-12. The school’s stated mission: "We are a caring community, committed to provide each student with a quality, holistic education that instills a biblical worldview, a love and respect for all cultures, a zeal for lifelong learning, and a passion for personal excellence." |
| Community: |
|
Singapore remains a center of commerce, banking, and shipping in the Southeast Asian regions. Singapore truly can boast that it is an international city, with four official languages; citizens from China, Malaysia, and India; and a large number of expatriates from Australia, the United States, and Europe. The parents of ICS students come from a variety of occupations and ministries. ICS enrolls a significant number of international students (approximately 40%) from families serving in religious occupations. Business, government, and professional expatriates make up the rest of the student body. Students from over 20 countries make up the student body with the majority from the US, Korea, and Indonesia. |
| Accreditation: |
|
ICS is a private international school registered with the Singapore Ministry of Education and accredited by the US-based Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) also accredits ICS. |
| Academic Program and Graduation Requirements: |
|
International Community School offers an education based on the American model of education and consists of a school year beginning in mid-August, concluding in early June, and divided into two semesters. The school uses the recommendations of US-based professional organizations such as The National Council of Teaching of English (NCTE), The International Reading Association (IRA), The National Council on Teaching Mathematics (NCTE), The National Council of Social Studies (NCSS), The National Standards for Art Education (NSAE), and others to guide it when approving course objectives and goals. The high school program is college preparatory and conducted in English. Several Advanced Placement courses are offered on rotating years including AP English, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP United States History, and AP Art. Students in grades 10 and 11 are required to take the PSAT. The school has had several National Merit Commended Scholars and AP scholars since its inception as a small high school. All students in grades 1-8 take the Stanford Achievement Test and score significantly above the national average in all areas. Students who graduate from ICS are required to have twenty-three academic credits with specific credits in the following areas:
|
| Grading Scale: |
|
Our grading scale is based solely on a percentage scale; however, beginning with the 2005-2006 school year some advanced classes receive a weighted GPA. |
|
| University Matriculation: |
|
Though still in its infancy and with only six graduating classes, listed below are some of the institutions that International Community School graduates have attended. |
| Extracurricular and Community Service |
| Several clubs and sports as well as drama opportunities are available for ICS students. Each ICS high school student is required to complete community service hours as a part of the regular curriculum. |
