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PRIMARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM

Our carefully considered combination of the English National Curriculum and International Primary Curriculum (IPC) lays important foundations for the future. On one of our three distinct yet flexible pathways, outstanding educators stimulate our students’ curiosity and creativity, build confidence, and develop core literacy, numeracy, and social skills.
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OUR PRIMARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM

At our diverse international primary school in Singapore, students follow the English National Curriculum, which is modified to fit our international context through the IPC. Combined, this provides the specialist teaching, breadth of opportunities, and personalised support our children need to thrive both academically and as individuals.

The IPC is a thematic, creative programme, with clear personal, subject, and learning goals. A truly flexible curriculum, it can be adapted to each student’s interests, talents, and level of understanding.

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SPECIALIST SUBJECT LEARNING

Daily English and maths lessons provide a firm academic foundation, while science, history, geography, design technology, and art are delivered through themed topics and cross-curricular projects.

Our primary children love language learning, too. Our Primary Mandarin Programme develops important verbal and written communication skills, as well as cultural understanding. Students in Year 6 are encouraged to take the Youth Chinese Test (YCT), a globally respected language proficiency assessment.

Music also plays a transformational role in our students’ education, promoting cultural literacy, creativity, and critical thinking. Our children enjoy weekly lessons, delivered through our collaboration with The Juilliard School.

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MONITORING PROGRESS

HIGH LEVELS OF SUPPORT

In the classroom, our teachers use a dynamic marking system, which gives our students instant feedback. We continually assess and track individual progress, too, ensuring each student gets the right support, in the right areas, at the right time.
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A TYPICAL DAY AT DOVER COURT

Combining exceptional thematic teaching in the core subjects with activities, trips, and hands-on projects, every day is packed with exciting opportunities to learn.
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Learning in the fresh air
Our inviting natural spaces are great for finding shapes and angles, hunting for historical clues, or learning more about flora and fauna. Thematic outdoor learning takes place everywhere, every day – and our children love it!
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Journey around the world
There’s no need to jump on a plane when you can explore the world from our comfortable classrooms. Our students harness the power of interactive technology to take virtual field trips, including launching a rocket to the moon.
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Proud parents
Our primary students achieve some amazing things. From interactive workshops to sporting competitions and choral concerts, we’ll invite you in to celebrate your child’s successes.
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Solving a challenge
Can you solve a STEAM challenge set by a MIT professor? Our Year 3 and 5 students can! Working in teams, they build exoplanets, become volcanic experts, and explore the depths of outer space. 
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Go Wolves!
Our Wolves teams represent Dover Court with pride. Training, honing their skills and keeping fit, our talented sports stars compete in tournaments here and across Southeast Asia.
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HOW WE TEACH

CREATING PERSONALISED PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS

Our primary students love coming to school every day. And that’s thanks to our talented teachers, who work tirelessly to deliver outstanding personalised learning experiences that engage and inspire.
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OUR FACILITIES

THE PERFECT PLACE TO LEARN AND GROW

With its unique heritage buildings, tropical outdoor spaces, and purpose-built facilities, our vibrant 12-acre campus is the ideal place for your child to learn, discover, and grow. 
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AN EDUCATION THAT TAKES YOUR CHILD FURTHER

Inclusivity and success go hand in hand at Dover Court. Your child’s education will be built around their needs, strengths, and passions, ensuring they learn in a way that helps them flourish.

OUR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
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