FAQ

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][lvca_spacer desktop_spacing=”20″ tablet_width=”960″ tablet_spacing=”20″ mobile_width=”480″ mobile_spacing=”20″][vc_wp_custommenu nav_menu=”3″ el_class=”sidebar-menu”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_tta_accordion shape=”square” color=”white” c_position=”right” active_section=”1″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”How do I apply to study in Ascensia International School?” tab_id=”1528112791366-e20a8523-2930″][vc_column_text]You may email all your documents required via Email: admissions@ascensia.edu.sg

Or you may submit an application through our OpenApply link: https://ascensia.openapply.com/apply[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What does it mean when we say that AAIS is EduTrust-Certified?” tab_id=”1528112791380-a642f235-60c9″][vc_column_text]Ascensia International School was granted 4-Years EduTrust Award in 2020.

 

The EduTrust Certification Scheme (EduTrust) is a quality assurance scheme of CPE in Singapore. It assesses a private school’s academic processes, corporate governance and administration, quality management and the protection and welfare of students; and aims to recognise private schools that are able to consistently maintain a high standard of quality in the overall provision of education services and make continual improvements that lead to positive student outcomes.

For more information please view: https://www.tpgateway.gov.sg/resources/information-for-private-education-institutions-(peis)/edutrust-certification-scheme/about-edutrust-certification-scheme[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What are the study hours in Ascensia International School?” tab_id=”1528113232572-9f332f5c-aa2b”][vc_column_text]Students study from 830am to 330pm. Remedial lessons are held every Friday, between 330pm to 430pm. CCA are held every Tuesday, between 330pm to 430pm. There are no classes during the school holidays and on public holidays.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”When is the term schedule?” tab_id=”1528113256049-472c391e-780c”][vc_column_text]

  • January to early March (Term 1)
  • Mid March to early June (Term 2)
  • Early July to mid September (Term 3 )
  • End September to end November (Term 4)

*Some courses may be different, please confirm with the school calendar as a confirmation.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Does a student need a local sponsor for studying in Ascensia International School?” tab_id=”1528113281467-e75a73c7-d497″][vc_column_text]No, a student does not need a local sponsor to study in Ascensia International School.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Does Ascensia International School have a school hostel for students?” tab_id=”1528113320235-20eede7a-9df6″][vc_column_text]No, we do not have a school hostel. However, we are able to give some contacts and options for hostels and/or homestays.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What course materials should a student purchase?” tab_id=”1528113345146-5f50c01c-8492″][vc_column_text]Ascensia International School will issue the books and other course materials upon the commencement of the course.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Can the school fees be paid in instalments?” tab_id=”1528113378550-ba25f184-a0aa”][vc_column_text]The school fees must be paid in full before course commencement. In the case when the course lasts for more than one year, e.g Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) (Lower Secondary Division) (36 months), school fees can be paid in three instalments.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What are the modes of payment?” tab_id=”1528113406765-1a9fd038-362a”][vc_column_text]You may pay by cheque, cash, NETS, Credit Card, Internet banking and Telegraphic Transfer.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Can a student holding Student’s Pass work as well?” tab_id=”1528113428587-1f7c7866-3017″][vc_column_text]Students are not permitted to engage in any form of employment or attend an Industrial attachment / internship programme, whether paid or unpaid, without a valid work pass issued by Ministry of Manpower.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”When and how can I receive my results?” tab_id=”1528113460613-709e8c7f-2d2f”][vc_column_text]All students will be able to receive their results within 2 weeks upon completion of the final paper of the exam. The results will be sent via the student’s individual chat group.

Alternatively, you may retrieve it via the Managebac system.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”When can I receive my school calendar and timetable for the new term?” tab_id=”1528113481087-f272df15-b785″][vc_column_text]Upon acceptance on your application, you will be assigned to a class where you will be able to communicate directly with the homeroom teacher via a chat group.

The school calendar and timetable will be given to you via the student’s individual chat group 7 days before you commence school. Our academic staff will give you a hardcopy of the calendar and timetable on your first day of school.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is the earliest time that I can be admitted?” tab_id=”1636462205168-187e6ed7-9a3a”][vc_column_text]Please take note that our school calendar year is from January to December. However, we accept students anytime within the course duration.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”My child is 10 years old and not Covid-19 vaccinated yet, will this prevent him/her from entering Singapore?” tab_id=”1636462280283-80b508f3-3f37″][vc_column_text]As of now, there is no requirement that student aged 12 and below must be vaccinated. However, foreigners aged 12 and below are required to submit a documentary proof of vaccination for diphtheria and measles to the Health Promotion Board (HPB) for verification before they can proceed with their applications to MOM or ICA for long-term stay in Singapore. You may need to obtain a vaccination certificate from https://www.nir.hpb.gov.sg/fcine/#/.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What’s the student performance data?” tab_id=”1651109581646-678d8726-102a”][vc_column_text]Please write to enquiry@ascensia.edu.sg to request our students performance data (Examination Passing rate and Graduation Rate) and graduates outcomes (IB DP Courses: Academic Requirements for Entry into University, A Level Courses: Academic Requirements for Entry into University, IGCSE Upper Secondary Courses: Entry into Post-Secondary Education Institution, O-Level Preparatory Courses: Entry into Post-Secondary Education Institution).[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row]