{"id":4665,"date":"2015-08-13T17:38:18","date_gmt":"2015-08-13T17:38:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/internationalschoolcommunity.com\/blog\/?p=4665"},"modified":"2015-08-13T17:38:18","modified_gmt":"2015-08-13T17:38:18","slug":"comparing-the-schools-and-comments-working-in-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/internationalschoolcommunity.com\/blog\/comparing-the-schools-and-comments-working-in-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"Comparing the Schools and Comments: Working in Singapore"},"content":{"rendered":"

Around the world, there are cities that have more than one international school. Many times\u00a0there is an American school, a British School, and an international school that uses an international curriculum.<\/p>\n

Some cities, though, have MANY international schools! \u00a0When that is the case, how do the comments about each school compare to each other?<\/p>\n

This\u00a0blog series looks at comparing some of these comments, all coming from international schools in the same city.<\/p>\n

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\nSingapore
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Currently,\u00a0we have 23 schools listed<\/a> in Singapore<\/strong>\u00a0on International School Community.<\/p>\n

Schools with the most submitted comments:
\nEtonHouse International School (Singapore)<\/a> (30 comments)
\nACS (International) Singapore<\/a> (10 comments)
\nInternational School Singapore<\/a> (17 comments)
\nOne World International School<\/a> (16 comments)
\nOverseas Family School Singapore<\/a> (16 comments)
\nSingapore American School<\/a> (17 comments)
\nSt. Joseph’s Institution International<\/a> (7 comments)<\/p>\n

School’s Location<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

“The 2 campuses are in the west side and east side of the city. The west side, Lakeside, is on the MRT line that will go into the city centre. The east coast campus, Tanjong Katong, you need to take a bus to the MRT which will then go into the city. The bus will also take you into downtown within about half an hour to 40 mins depending on where you live. Most staff take the MRT (subway) or a bus to school. Many also ride bicycles. You choose where you want to live, so you can be as close or as far as you want from the school.” –\u00a0Canadian International School (Singapore)<\/a><\/p>\n

“The campus is located in the east coast of Singapore close to East Coast Park and seafront. It is approximately 8 kilometres from CBD & 15 kilometres to the airport.” –\u00a0Etonhouse International School (Singapore)<\/a><\/p>\n

“It has an excellent location. It is right next to the Orchard Road metro stop. 5-10 minute walk from that metro station exit. Orchard Road is one of the main shopping and commercial distract. Plenty of malls, stores and food options. Teachers don’t tend to live centrally because it can be more expensive.” –\u00a0International School Singapore<\/a><\/p>\n

“The school campus is in the eastern area\/coast of Singapore. It could take you 20 minutes or so to get to the center of the city.” –\u00a0One World International School
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\nHiring Policy<\/span>
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\n“SAS attends the London Fair, but many teachers are also hired via Skype interview.” –\u00a0Singapore American\u00a0School
\n<\/a><\/p>\n

“OFS normally does not advertise and they do not go to any recruiting fairs. Hiring process is by CV received and the need of what teacher for the next year.” –\u00a0Overseas Family\u00a0School Singapore<\/a><\/p>\n

“I interviewed with this school last March. It was over Skype with the elementary principal. She was very nice. The interview was professional, but also a bit informal which is what I prefer, a more casual conversation about my teaching experience and the school. I actually was emailed again to have a 2nd interview. After the 2nd interview I was told that they were going to go with a local hire. She told me that they have hired expat in the past that have been surprised (not prepared) to handle the high cost of living in Singapore vs. the salary and benefits of the school.” –\u00a0International School Singapore<\/a><\/p>\n

“The school prefers to hire western expatriates with at least 3 to 5 years experience. 60 years old is the age limit for hiring. Singapore has stringent entry criteria so single teachers are preferred by the school.” –\u00a0Etonhouse International School (Singapore)<\/a>
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Housing Allowance<\/span>
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\n<\/strong>“Refund of actual rent amount and allowance up to a cap of US$1000 per month.” –\u00a0Singapore American\u00a0School<\/a><\/p>\n

“You get 2000 Singapore dollars for a housing allowance (which is included in your salary) for a single teacher.” –\u00a0International School Singapore<\/a><\/p>\n

“Housing allowance is more like 1500 USD.” –\u00a0One World International School<\/a><\/p>\n

“Housing is 2000$, quite low considering cost of living.” –\u00a0Etonhouse International School (Singapore)<\/a><\/p>\n

Other Benefits<\/span>
\n<\/strong>
\n“Settling-in allowance 750 Sing. Moving allowance 500 Sing. Flight allowance is every two years. Teachers get free lunch at school.” –\u00a0Etonhouse International School (Singapore)<\/a><\/p>\n

“There is a paid flight here and back to the country of origin at the end of that first contract. Flights remain at every two years after the first contract. There is an allowance of 1000 Singapore dollars at the beginning and end of the contract to transport personal effects.” –\u00a0International School Singapore<\/a><\/p>\n

“I got 350 USD for a moving allowance. You get a return airfare to your home every two years.” –\u00a0One World International School<\/a><\/p>\n

“Annual home leave (excursion fare), based on home of record. Settling-in allowance is $1500, double for married couples. There is a moving allowance, it is based on weight\/volume.” –\u00a0Singapore American\u00a0School<\/a><\/p>\n

(These are just 4 of the 65 different comments topics that on each school profile page on our website.)<\/p>\n

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If you work at an international school in Singapore, share what you know.\u00a0Consider becoming a Mayor<\/a> for unlimited premium membership!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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