The GUILD International College

Since 2021, Jayne Nadarajoo (masters in teaching and learning, Hibernia College, diploma child psychology, advanced studies in early childhood care and education, autism and speech and educational drama). Previous founder and owner Avondale Gramma

A school for moderate to severe learning and additional needs. Many students transition from its sister Melbourne International School (MIS), which the head also founded. Since opening there have been some misconceptions about who may apply, but h

Since opening its doors two years ago, students have exited at various times throughout the programmes depending on their situations and paths. As the school follows a modified F-10 curriculum and a bespoke vocational programme, students have the

As we tour, various programmes and supports within classrooms are effortlessly detailed to us. Teachers and students were observed to be respectful with classrooms managed with calm discipline. Students have individual education plan’s (IEP) which

The arts are not considered extracurricular, but rather form the foundation of curriculum. A full-time in-house music teacher and collaboration with SG Enable (the premier disability and support organization in Singapore) saw the development of a

A strong belief in ‘healthy body and healthy mind’, which translates to morning fitness activities in the hall or outside space daily. Activities range from Zumba, aerobics and soccer. The school believes that fitness benefits students multiple wa

A speech-language therapist and occupational therapist consult in the classroom on a weekly basis and work with teachers to develop functional classroom management and learning strategies. If teachers feel something isn’t working, the staff and sp

Support is offered at multiple levels. Two in-house counsellors for both students and parents are available for a subsidised fee. Social clubs for both students and parents are also available. Students can participate in the buddy programme with m

Uniforms are sensory and humidity friendly to ensure comfort and ease of movement and buses are available. Holiday support and camps are available and open to students and the general community. Communication with parents is via a weekly newslette

The fees are in line with other international private schools in Singapore and there is the possibility of means-tested fee allowances.

A school that genuinely understands an ‘inclusive education’ concept. And a community where students are treated as individuals, don’t get lost in numbers and functionality is top of mind. A true ‘village’ for students and families, this is a one-