About altSchool International
altSchool International is a special needs school located at 374 River Valley Road, serving families across Singapore. The listing has been verified by KakiList, meaning operating details and contact channels have been confirmed by a real person. No Google reviews are currently available for this provider, so independent rating signals cannot be assessed at this stage. Monthly fees are listed at a mid-range price point ($$), though exact figures should be confirmed directly with the school.
When exploring a place at altSchool International, parents should begin by establishing whether the school's specialisation matches their child's diagnosed condition — whether that is autism spectrum disorder, global developmental delay, a hearing or visual impairment, or a physical disability. A diagnostic report from a developmental paediatrician, psychologist, or MOE Psychological Service is typically required before any placement can proceed. Parents should enquire about the therapist-integrated day — specifically whether speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physiotherapy are delivered on-site — as well as the teacher-to-student ratio, which at quality special needs settings generally falls between 1:3 and 1:6. It is also worth discussing the school's transition pathway, including whether students move toward mainstream schooling, vocational programmes, or continued SPED provision.
To take the next step, contact altSchool International directly via WhatsApp, phone, or the enquiry form to share your child's diagnostic background, ask about current availability, and arrange an observation visit or intake assessment. Listing data is incomplete — contact altSchool International directly to confirm details.
Visit the school, meet the education and therapy team, and request an intake assessment before committing — fit with your child's specific needs matters more than prestige.
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| Provider | Google Rating | Reviews | Years | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| altSchool International (this page) | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Bridging the Gap | ⭐ 5.0 | 55 | — | ✓ |
| Nurture Pods | ⭐ 5.0 | 50 | — | ✓ |
| AutismSTEP | ⭐ 5.0 | 37 | — | ✓ |
Monthly fees at special needs schools vary considerably depending on the type of provision. MOE-gazetted SPED schools charge Singapore Citizens approximately S$150 per month due to government subsidisation, while EIPIC and early intervention centres typically sit in the S$150–800 per month range, with fees adjusted according to a family's income. Private special needs schools generally run from S$1,500 to S$4,000 or more per month. As altSchool International lists a mid-range price point, parents should enquire directly to obtain a precise monthly figure. Beyond the base fee, families should ask about potential extras such as therapy top-up sessions, transport shuttle services, diagnostic assessment fees at partner clinics, and school uniform and materials costs. Fees at registered special needs schools are generally GST-exempt. See the full special needs school cost guide for Singapore →
For MOE-gazetted SPED schools, Singapore Citizens benefit from heavily subsidised flat fees. Permanent Residents and foreign nationals are subject to higher tiered rates. For EIPIC and early intervention programmes, ECDA administers an Additional Subsidy that is income-tested and can substantially reduce out-of-pocket costs. NCSS also offers means-tested financial assistance, which a social worker at the school can help families apply for. SG Enable administers the Assistive Technology Fund and supports eligible young adults transitioning into ITE and vocational pathways. Where therapy is delivered through an approved clinic, MediSave may be used to offset a portion of those costs. Families should note that the Basic Childcare Subsidy and Working Mother Subsidy are designed for mainstream childcare and do not apply here. Funding amounts change periodically — parents should consult MOE's Special Education Branch and SG Enable directly for current figures.
The first requirement is a formal diagnostic report from a developmental paediatrician, psychologist, or MOE Psychological Service. Without this documentation, most special needs schools cannot begin a placement assessment. For MOE-gazetted SPED schools, placement coordination goes through the MOE Special Education Branch; for EIPIC centres and private special needs schools such as altSchool International, applications are made directly to the provider. Waiting lists at popular SPED settings can extend from several months to a few years, so it is advisable to begin the referral and application process as early as possible. Expect an intake assessment or observation visit so the school can confirm that its programme is suited to your child's specific profile and support needs. Maintaining a second-choice option while on a waitlist is strongly recommended. Contact altSchool International via WhatsApp, phone, or the online form to ask about current availability and next steps.
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