“Music has given me the chance to engage with my Māori culture”
“Music has given me the chance to engage with my Māori culture”Eva, 17, Year 12 IB Student, Tanglin Trust School
What do you like about school?
Tanglin has a variety of music opportunities that range from informal pop-up performances to ensemble and solo concerts. These have provided me with great experience and more confidence in myself.
Most interesting thing you learnt today?
How to use a LUX metre! This is a device that measures light intensity. I had to learn how to use it for my Chemistry IA on how temperature affects the light intensity of glow sticks.
Top place to hang out?
I love having the opportunity to go to the music department to sing for an hour or work on songs I’m writing. I also like the sixth-form common room because it’s a comfortable, private area where I can hang out with friends to chill out or study.
Most engaging school project so far?
Setting up Live at the Hive, a fortnightly live music gig hosted in the Senior School common room. It provides Year 7-13 students with a relaxed space to perform in. I love it because I like seeing the younger students perform.
Favourite subject and why?
Music, because I’m really passionate about singing and songwriting, and through the IB HL Music course I can explore new genres. Music has also given me the chance to engage with my Māori culture, for example when I performed a medley of traditional Māori songs for the New Zealand male choir.
Dream job when you leave school?
I’m excited to be moving home to Aotearoa, New Zealand for university. I’m looking forward to reconnecting with my Māori roots and finding more music opportunities there. I love incorporating aspects of Pacific Island music into my original music, such as the ukulele in my song “Daydreams”. I also love singing Māori songs and I would love to sing them alongside my whānau (family) and friends.
95 Portsdown Road, Singapore, 139299
tts.edu.sg
“Meeting the Australian women’s rugby team inspired me to work hard”
“Meeting the Australian women’s rugby team inspired me to work hard”Sienna, 10, Year 6, Dulwich College (Singapore)
What do you love about school?
Spending time with my friends. They always make me laugh, support me, and share great ideas. Everything is more fun with friends!
Most interesting thing you learnt at school today?
I earned my Bunsen burner license in science, and put it to the test by boiling 100 ml of water. In humanities, we explored Hinduism by creating a video that showcased a role play of the lives of Rama and Sita. I also learned to play “Love Story” on the guitar.
Fave project at school?
One of my favourite projects was in Year 5, when we were tasked with designing a Dulwich school to present to the community. My group focused on creating “Dulwich Dubai”, incorporating sustainable practices and establishing a biophilic environment that would make students feel happy and calm.
Who’s your favourite teacher?
I really love the sports teachers who are kind, inclusive, and supportive. Mr. Chia is energetic, always positive, and has a great sense of humour. Ms. Kaur encourages me to “never give up” and to be the best I can be.
Dream job?
I’m passionate about science, the human body, and helping people, so becoming a doctor could be a great fit for me. I know I need to be brave, determined, and kind, as well as have strong teamwork skills. Meeting the Australian women’s rugby team inspired me to work hard and chase my dream of representing my country in a team sport one day.
71 Bukit Batok West Ave 8, Singapore, 658966
singapore.dulwich.org
“I approach learning with an open mind”
“I approach learning with an open mind”Ashlee, 16, Class of 2025,
Grade 12, Canadian International School (CIS)
Fave thing about Canadian International School (CIS)?
Interacting with my peers from different classes. The range of diversity I’m met with every day encourages me to approach learning with an open mind. I take subjects from Film to Physics, and this allows me to speak and work with people who hold varying interests and perspectives.
What’s the most interesting thing you learnt today?
I learnt about the Doppler effect in physics. Essentially, this effect explains why sounds sound different depending on the position or distance from the source.
Best place to hang out at school and why?
The Red Dot Cafe. It has lots of open space and natural light and you feel a constant sense of community around you.
Most memorable project so far?
The ongoing Collaborative Film Project. It requires me to work with my group both in and out of school, thereby exposing me to different working environments. It’s helped expand my creative skills and strengthened my connections with other students.
Who’s your favourite teacher?
Ms. Keohan. She always welcomes our class in a good mood and makes us laugh. She makes learning exciting.
Dream job post school?
Something related to business studies. I’ll need to be sociable and engaging with good leadership skills.
7 Jurong West Street 41, Singapore, 649414
cis.edu.sg
“All the teachers are super nice”
“All the teachers are super nice”Summer, 10, Year 6, Brighton College (Singapore)
Best bit about school?
I like being with my friends and all the teachers are super nice and it’s a really nice community.
What’s the most interesting thing you learnt today?
I learnt about hydra in science. They’re a type of animal – if you cut them in half they’ll grow their bodies back. So interesting!
Where do you hang out?
At the Brighton Brew cafe with my friends – we eat snacks and talk a lot there.
What’s been your most memorable school project?
Last year we had to make a project about an animal from a biome – my class was assigned to the savannah. I researched the African wild dog and I learnt that they have large ears to help keep them cool.
What do you want to do when you leave school?
I’d like to be an actor or an author as I love drama and creating stories.
1 Chuan Lane, Singapore, 554299
brightoncollege.edu.sg
“There are so many enrichment opportunities in the Sixth Form”
“There are so many enrichment opportunities in the Sixth Form”Elsie, 16, Grade 11, North London Collegiate School (Singapore)
Fave part of school?
The wide range of enrichment activities available, from student-run societies to the insightful McCabe lectures every two weeks. There are so many opportunities in the Sixth Form, which has been amazing for me to explore.
Key thing you learnt today?
I learned about the hybridisation of molecular ‘s’ and ‘p’ orbitals in chemistry, which was challenging but really interesting. In English Literature, I’m studying Euripides’ Medea – it’s been intense but fun.
Best place to hang out?
Definitely the library, where our amazing librarian, Mr. Jonathan Guy, always provides great book recommendations. It’s also a perfect spot to study and find revision materials.
Favourite school project?
I really enjoyed the Lean In Girls initiative that launched recently within the NLCS (Singapore) community.
Post-school plans?
I hope to return to Australia to attend university, though I’m still undecided on my area of study. To prepare, I’m taking a broad range of subjects in both sciences and humanities, while also participating in academic opportunities beyond school to help me make a decision.
130 Depot Road, Singapore, 109708
nlcssingapore.sg
“The spider web playground is an open space with lots of greenery”
“The spider web playground is an open space with lots of greenery”Manaia, 9, Year 5, Nexus International School (Singapore)
Most interesting thing you worked on at school today?
Our project, Peace and Conflict exists within Communities. I worked with my group to make a poster about peace and conflict and how we can reduce conflict in school. We may present this to another year group.
Favourite place to hang out?
The Spider Web playground. I like it because it’s an open space with lots of greenery. It makes me feel cosy surrounded by nature.
Most memorable project at school?
In Year 4, we had to create models of natural disasters and I worked with my dad to create a tsunami. We used a bucket of water with sand, toys, and other stuff in it. We took a wooden plank to simulate the waves of a tsunami in the bucket. It was quite a challenge, especially bringing it into school without spilling it!
Who’s your favourite teacher?
Ms. Sarah because she was really nice and like me, she is from New Zealand. She would speak in Māori, and I would be the only one in class who knew it. I felt a great connection with her.
What do you want to do when you leave school?
I’d like to be someone who helps people in need. I want to help people with no food or shelter and I’d like to contribute to a good cause.
1 Aljunied Walk, Singapore, 387293
nexus.edu.sg
“I designed and built a ukulele stand”
Sam, 16, Year 12, Marlborough College Malaysia
What’s your favourite part of school?
The extracurricular programme. Whether it’s singing in the choir, playing football, or participating in house competitions, I cherish the opportunities to explore my interests.
What’s the most interesting thing you learnt today?
How to calculate gravity using the Handbrake and Tracker apps in physics. It not only made the concept clearer, but also demonstrated how fundamental physics is to understanding everyday phenomena.
Where do you like to hang out?
My school has a building called the “Marlburian”. The lower floor is very open and a great place to socialise with friends. The upstairs is a nice study area, where I go to work during my free periods.
Favourite school project?
My Design Technology coursework stands out. I designed and built a ukulele stand for children in the prep school to use, which allowed me to experiment with various materials and techniques.
Who’s your favourite teacher?
Mr. Chew, my IB Music teacher. His passion for teaching and dedication to helping students is inspiring. Last year, he helped me to grow not only as an academic, but also as a person. He teaches with passion and gives up his spare time to help students when they struggle.
Jalan Marlborough, 79200 Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia
marlboroughcollegemalaysia.org
“I never feel afraid to ask questions or ask for help”
“I never feel afraid to ask questions or ask for help”Talitha, 16, Grade 10, St. Joseph’s Institution International
What do you love about school?
How supportive the teachers and students are. I feel encouraged to participate in new activities or projects, and I never feel afraid to ask questions or ask for help with things I find tricky.
Best thing you studied today?
I learnt about the United States of America in the 1920s and the new ideas and culture that has shaped the States and other countries since.
Fave school project so far?
The Literacy Boost, a service programme where a group of us work with kindergarten children to help them develop fine motor skills and a love for reading. I really enjoy planning fun activities as a team which gets the children interested and involved.
What career would you like to pursue post-education?
I’m still working out my path. I’m curious about how the mind works, so I might consider studying psychology at university.
490 Thomson Road, Singapore, 298191
sji-international.com.sg
“School exposes us to so many different cultures and perspectives”
“School exposes us to so many different cultures and perspectives”Allegra, 17, Year 13, Dover Court International School
Best part of school for you?
How diverse it is, and how it exposes students to many different cultures and perspectives.
Most interesting thing you learnt today?
In geography I learned that Singapore has the best city planning and management of any modern nation!
Best place to hang out at your school?
My friends and I enjoy spending time in the Sixth Form exclusive lounge, as it’s much quieter than other areas. We collaborate a lot and it’s great to have a space where we’re not disturbing other students and younger years.
Who’s your favourite teacher?
My English teacher, Miss Vickers, always pushes us to work to a higher quality. She has directly made me improve my critical thinking and essay writing.
What do you want to do when you leave school?
I plan to pursue university courses in either sports science or literature. My elected IB subjects and external commitments, such as being a netballer, will hopefully lead to either of these courses.
301 Dover Road, Singapore, 139644
nordangliaeducation.com/dcis-singapore
“We have many opportunities to pursue our different interests”
“We have many opportunities to pursue our different interests”Ella, 16, Grade 11, United World College of South East Asia (UWCSEA)
What’s your favourite part of school?
UWCSEA has a holistic approach to learning, so we have many opportunities to pursue our different interests. Chemistry is my academic passion but I’m also a competitive gymnast.
What’s the most interesting thing you learnt today?
During chemistry, I learned how the structure of atoms has changed throughout history.
Where do you like to hang out?
As a student-athlete, I hang out with my fellow gymnasts at the Kishore Mahbubani Library. There are spaces for us to study in our downtime before going for training.
Who’s your favourite teacher?
Dance is one of the six subjects I take in the IB Diploma Programme. Ms. Lauren Hickson, Head of Dance, makes our class feel comfortable. She encourages our creative expression as we explore choreography, performance, World Dance Studies, and more.
What’s your dream job?
My goal is to pursue gymnastics and major in chemistry at a US university. I’m hoping my dedication to both gymnastics and chemistry pays off.
1207 Dover Road, Singapore, 139654
uwcsea.edu.sg
“A memorable school project focused on cyber bullying”
“A memorable school project focused on cyber bullying”Micorazon, 9, Grade 4, One World International School Digital Campus
What do you most enjoy about school?
Meeting new friends from different parts of the world and sharing the new learning experience together. The new OWIS facilities provide a great learning space with the latest technologies. I like that we get to work together in groups.
What were your favourite bits about school today?
Firstly, my Chinese language class and my art class. Secondly, learning about the factor family in maths class.
Where do you like to hang out?
The play area of my school because it’s brand new and we can not only play soccer, basketball and all other games, but also take part in activities.
Most memorable school project?
A digital media project focusing on cyber bullying. This is a very important topic to be exposed to at a young age on the risks and impact associated with social media usage.
What career would you like to pursue in the future?
I want to become a fashion designer. I need to further my learning in art and design when I go to university.
#01-02, Global Campus Village, 27 Punggol Field Walk, Singapore 828649
owis.org/sg
“Every student and teacher knows one another”
“Every student and teacher knows one another”Amy, 16, Year 12, Chatsworth International School
Favourite part about Chatsworth International School?
That it has a community feeling, where every student and teacher knows one another. No matter what background, culture, or ethnicity you’re from, there’s always a place for you here.
Most interesting thing you learnt today?
How to quantify protein through the Bradford assay, a method where the reagent is added to a substance (e.g. milk) to test how much protein there is.
Where do you like hanging out at your school?
The Nest, because it’s a place where everyone can relax and I can casually catch up with my friends during break.
What’s been your fave school project?
The personal project, because it gave me the opportunity to explore and learn about fusion cooking and my Australian-South African heritage, which was very interesting to me.
Dream job post-school?
I want to become a physiotherapist. I’ll need to be a good listener and have strong communication skills in order to understand the patients’ specific needs.
72 Bukit Tinggi Road, Singapore, 289760
chatsworth.com.sg
“I want to perform on Broadway someday”
“I want to perform on Broadway someday”Amelia, 11, Sixth Grade, Singapore American School
What’s your favourite part of school?
I love all of the activities. I’ve been able to do dance classes, perform in musicals, play basketball, do rock climbing, and lots of other things too.
What’s the most interesting thing you learned in school today?
We just dissected a squid which was so fun and gross. We used the ink to write and learned all about the different parts of a squid.
Where do you hang out at school?
I love being in the auditorium where we have our performances. It’s so nice and I feel like we are in a professional performance hall.
What’s been your best school project so far?
We just finished an entire project on religions of the world. I learned a lot as we talked about all of the different religions in Singapore. It was really interesting to spend time learning more about why certain religions celebrate different holidays and what the symbolism is.
What do you want to do when you leave school?
I want to perform on Broadway someday. I know this will take a lot of practice and performances and I’m excited for it.
