Global, Holistic, Inclusive: OVERSEAS FAMILY SCHOOL – One of Singapore’s Top International IB Schools
By OFS
January 2024
Seeking an international education for your child in Singapore? Look no further than Overseas Family School (OFS), a reputable, well-rounded international school catering to the global community in Singapore.
Established in 1991, OFS proudly offers a comprehensive curriculum that spans the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for Pre-K1 to K2, the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for Grades 1 to 5, and the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) for Grades 6 to 12. We also offer IGCSE exams for the Middle Years Program.
Our renowned International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma Programs (IB MYP and IB DP) provide students with a diverse array of engaging courses, from Psychology and Global Politics to Music and Visual Arts. With an impressive 98% pass rate, OFS consistently produces students achieving perfect scores of 45 points, surpassing global averages. Notably, in 2022, an outstanding 37% of diplomas awarded were prestigious IB Bilingual Diplomas, highlighting the exceptional language resources and support available at OFS. These results are even more noteworthy considering our inclusive, open-entry admissions and exams policies.
OFS encourages every student, regardless of preselection, to pursue the IB Diploma program. This approach makes it one of the most inclusive programs in Singapore, reflecting the belief that every student should be allowed the chance to succeed.
Additionally, OFS also offers a number of programs such as the Mother Tongue program where students can train their native languages, and a Study Preparation Program (SPP) for students who are still learning the English language and are preparing to join mainstream classes.
Enriching student life with vast options for extra-curriculars
Beyond academics, OFS prioritizes the holistic development of its students. OFS has a Sports Program where students can hone their athletic skills and join the competitive sports team, the OFS Tigers, and compete in inter-school sports tournaments. Recently, the OFS Tigers Girls 19U Volleyball Team reigned as champions of ACSIS (Athletic Conference of Singapore International Schools) and the Gymnastics Level 2 Team as the 2023 Singapore Gymnastics Carnival Champions.
Our Enrichment Program offers an array of extra-curricular activities where students can learn new skills and explore various interests, such as sports and martial arts, dance, drama and theater, creative arts, science, technology, culinary and baking, and more. We also have academic clubs such as Model United Nations, where students can learn about international relations and diplomacy.
Students have plenty of chances to showcase their talents through yearly performances or competitions, see out Performing Arts highlight video below:
OFS also owns a couple of unique extracurriculars, such as our prominent Chess and Sailing Program:
Our values and mission
At OFS, our master policy is to maintain a happy, safe, and effective school for overseas families living in Singapore, providing an inclusive and supportive atmosphere tailored to the individual needs of each student. Embracing a "worldwide family" approach, we actively strive to eliminate biased attitudes towards diverse cultures, and collaborate openly with parents.
An inclusive and diverse learning environment
With a diverse student body representing over 70 countries, OFS fosters a rich cultural tapestry, reflecting its commitment to providing an inclusive international education. The OFS faculty is composed of highly qualified teachers from around 40 nations, creating a dynamic learning environment where students can choose from a range of Foreign Languages, including English, French, German, Hindi, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish, and more.
We celebrate unity in diversity by having school-wide events such as Global Picnic, where each community gets to showcase their culture and traditions.
Facilities
Our state-of-the-art 100,000 square meter campus is located at 81 Pasir Ris Heights in the East of Singapore, within proximity of Pasir Ris Beach and several residential areas. The campus consists of four main blocks – kindergarten and elementary levels share one block, while middle and high school levels share another.
Our campus is well-equipped with five shaded Basketball Courts, one full size Football/Rugby field and a smaller sports field, three sports halls, an Olympic size 10-lane 50M swimming pool, and a junior pool. To facilitate assemblies and school concerts, we also have a vast auditorium, a black box theater, and multi-purpose halls. OFS also boasts 4 modern libraries of more than 200,000 collections and access to online databases to enrich learning.
Parent Testimonial
Curious to know about the parent experience in OFS? Get a glimpse into the perspectives of our parents through this testimonial video. They share insights into why OFS became their choice and what aspects of our school they appreciate!
Admissions
Overseas Family School offers an open entry admission policy and has no entrance examinations for school enrollment. Proficiency in the English language is not required, and admissions are open year round, with the tuition fees pro-rated.
Keen to know more about Overseas Family School? Book a tour with us to see the campus for yourself!
For tour bookings or registration, you may email our student recruitment officers at recruitment@ofs.edu.sg or call us at +65 6738 0211.
For questions regarding admissions or OFS in general, feel free to contact our Admissions Director, Joyce Chee, at joyce_chee@ofs.edu.sg.