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SCHOOLS
Singapore American School
40 Woodlands Street 41
sas.edu.sg | 6360 6698
Singapore American School (SAS)
Garima and Ashok Lalwani, American;
Akshay (18, graduated) and Ashna (16)
Ashna started in Kindergarten and Ashkay graduated from SAS last year. The only
school we considered when moving from the US 12 years ago was SAS. We knew our
kids would slip right back into the US school system if we had to move back at any point.
Teachers are the backbone of any school. From Kindergarten to High School I have
found wonderful teachers and staff who really care about the kids. When my daughter
struggled to manage her school load with dance, I approached the dance teacher in
confidence, and she helped my daughter figure out her schedule without letting on
about my involvement.
SAS offers choices. If your child loves languages or wants to become a dancer or
artist, they can pursue these interests in addition to the regular academic classes. There
are opportunities to get involved in music, dance, drama, band, debate and athletics.
Over the years, my kids have taken classes in photography, ceramics, Mandarin, drums,
dance, rock climbing, personal defence and many more.
Teachers in the younger grades are nurturing, while in higher grades the students
are expected to take on more responsibility in preparation for college. Teachers and
administrators alike are willing to talk about any concern you may have. Plus, highly
competent counsellors are available to advise and support the kids when needed. The
parent community is involved and welcomed on school campus.