CIS Foundation programme
The CIS Foundation programme is perfect for children aged 11 to 15 who are beginners in English. The aim of this rigorous one-year programme, is to swiftly equip each student with the necessary English skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking) so that by the end of the year, they can fully participate in all learning activities with their peers and successfully meet the expectations of the CIS IB secondary school curriculum.
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An established track record |
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CIS has been teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) to students from around the world for more than 20 years. Our established track record makes us one of the most experienced and trusted international schools in Singapore to offer English Language Learner (ELL) programmes. We welcome students from more than 80 countries and through our experience certified ELL teachers and comprehensive English curriculum, we are committed to equipping each student with the necessary skills to become effective communicators in English. |
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Curriculum and areas of study |
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In addition to intensive English lessons that incorporate IB inquiry-based educational approach. Students take classes in mathematics, science and individual and societies. This approach ensures no student falls behind in these important core subject areas. Classes are aligned to each student’s equivalent grade level, with a significant amount of time spent towards helping them acquire the necessary English competency needed for each subject. Lessons in study skills and exam preparation are also taught on a weekly basis. Class sizes are small and students are grouped according to their English proficiency level. For much of the day, students will stay in the Secondary School wing, moving to different rooms for each subject. They remain together for all lessons and join their peers in the IB MYP programme for lunch, SMART period, house leagues and before and after school activities. The number of contact hours in each subject area is outlined below. The weekly timetable can be viewed here. | |
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Assessment and progression to CIS’s IB MYP |
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Students are formally assessed on their English proficiency approximately every 10 weeks. Those who satisfy the entry requirements are able to exit the programme and enter CIS's IB MYP programme in secondary school. View the CIS Foundation programme academic calendar for all key dates. |
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Device requirements |
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Students must have their own MacBook (either a MacBook Pro or MacBook Air) with the latest operating system. Software required is programme specific and will either be provided by CIS or sold to students at a later date. |
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Before you apply |
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The admissions section on our website outlines the entry requirements, application process, and fee schedule. |
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Boarding |
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CIS has an arrangement with ACS Oldham Hall in Singapore, a premium local boarding facility. Visit this page for more information. |
12 years old from China
graduated March 2018
My English improved a lot in the programme, especially my speaking and writing. The thing I liked most about it were my classmates. I also liked taking part in the film study co-curricular activity after school. It has been very easy to adjust and make friends at CIS because there are many people from different countries and they are all open and friendly.
About Nicole
12 years old from China
graduated March 2018
14 years old from Italy
graduated March 2018
The best part about the programme is that we did a lot of presentations and group work. My grammar and vocabulary improved the most. It was very easy to adjust and make friends because everyone was like me; they didn’t know English and they had just arrived in Singapore, so we became very best friends!
About Allegra
14 years old from Italy
graduated March 2018
14 years old form China
graduated March 2018
My favourite part about the programme were the nice teachers and meeting many friends. I improved my reading and vocabulary the most. The thing I like most about CIS are the many different nationalities and learning about different cultures and languages.
About Emma
14 years old form China
graduated March 2018
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