Parent Support
As a community focused school, GESS offers a variety of programmes and services to support our families. Please also view the Help for students page to find out about the services and programmes available for your child.
Parent Support
As a community focused school, GESS offers a variety of programmes and services to support our families. Please also view the Help for students page to find out about the services and programmes available for your child.
GESS offers a range of after-school programmes for students from Kindergarten to grade 12, including sports, music, creative and language programmes.
The Buddies Committee helps new families with settling into life in Singapore and GESS. Our Parent Buddies are GESS parent volunteers who can answer your questions about living in Singapore as well as organising new family social events. You can contact the Buddies Committee by email at buddies@gess.sg.
For our new students in Primary and Secondary, an existing student will be assigned as your child’s Student Buddy.
Lunch is included in the school fees for Preschool students. For Primary and Secondary a range of hot and cold meal options is available in the main canteen. Meals cost 5-6 SGD and students pay at the canteen using their student ID card. Your child may also bring their own lunch from home.
If your child has dietary restrictions or allergies, please let your homeroom teacher know.
Checklist before School Starts
GESS Engage is an app that is used for parent and school communication. You can see your child’s timetable, attendance, school reports, school news and contact your teacher all in one app. It is accessible via the app or desktop: https://engage.gess.sg/
User Guides: Desktop / Mobile App
Use the portal GESS Myinfo, if you want to update your basic profile information (name, phone number, email address, postal address) or to top up your child’s student ID card. You can access the portal via this link: https://myinfo.gess.sg/
Managebac is a Learning Management System used exclusively by our IB Secondary students and their parents to view in class information such as assignments and class materials. You can access the portal via this link: https://gess.managebac.com/login
All forms, policies and useful information for parents are available online in the Parent Portal. You do not need a username or password to access the Parent Portal. Please visit: www.gess.sg/en/parent-portal
SchoolsBuddy is where you register your child for our after-school programmes. On this site you can register your child for:
Please visit: https://gess.schoolsbuddy.net/
Seesaw is an app used by our Preschool and European Section Primary School. You can see information about your child’s learning, classroom activities, photos, videos and project work. The app provides a window into your child’s school life and can be shared with family members. Each class has their own log in details for SeeSaw and you will be sent the QR code to register for your account.
Find all the latest news about our sport teams like for example match reports, fixtures & results, photo & videos as well as the sport calendar here in the Sports Portal: http://sports.gess.sg/
The Community Club is designed to bring parents, staff members and students closer together and to meet people who share the same interests, be it in sports, current affairs or just about anything. To contact the group leaders or coaches, or to ask a question, you can contact communityclub@gess.sg.
Please note that all Community Club activities are currently suspended during COVID-19.
Conflicts and complaints are not unusual in the day-to-day operations of a school. Sometimes they are the result of misunderstandings and sometimes they are due to human error. With the following rules, GESS wants to support all members of the school family by providing constructive guidelines to handle conflicts and complaints in accordance with our School Vision and Mission that stand for openness, honesty and mutual respect.
In the first instance, please speak to the relevant department or member of staff. You can also submit a feedback form.
All updates, news and procedures from GESS related to the Coronavirus will be posted in Parent Portal. Please regularly check this page:
There are different events for parents at GESS that enable parents to get informed, become an active part of the GESS community and make friends with other parents.
Please check the school calendar for more information on upcoming parent events.
The Events Team plays a major role in strengthening the GESS spirit, as well as, supporting school projects and adopted charities. Each year, the Events Team organises two major events to bring the school community together: Christmas Bazaar and International Summer Party. If you would like to get involved, please contact the Events Team at eventsteam@gess.sg.
The GESS school year starts in August and ends in June. Find below the school calendar for events as well as the holiday calendar with dates of the semesters, school breaks and public holidays.
As long as you have the In-principle approval letter, your child can start school. Once you have received the green immigration card, take a photo of it and securely upload it to MyInfo.
The Homeroom teacher will give the student ID card on the first day of school.
Primary or Secondary students should bring 10 SGD to pay for food and snacks on the first day.
Students in Preschool do not use the Student ID card. For primary and secondary students, please login to your MyInfo account and top up your child's account using a debit or credit card.
Your child needs to bring their immigration pass or NRIC for SafeEntry registration. If your child does not have the immigration card yet, they should bring a photocopy of their passport photo page.
Essentials to bring
For detailed information on what to bring, please read the material lists page.
Parents are not allowed on campus during school hours until further notice due to Singapore government regulations.
Please see the detailed entry and exit information on the Coronavirus update page in Parent Portal.
You must activate your account using the email address registered with GESS. This is the email address in the application form. Click here for technical support.
We will make alternative arrangements with you. Please contact your homeroom teacher and let them know.
Please email admissions@gess.sg before your child’s first day of school
The GESS First Aid team supports our students with all their healthcare needs. There are three state of the art First Aid rooms located in Preschool, Education block and Sports block. There is always a qualified nurse on campus during school hours, including during after-school activities.
Please feel free to contact the First Aid Department via firstaid@gess.sg.
Location | Opening hours | Phone | |
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Main Office: | Room H201 | 7.30 am – 4.30 pm | +65 646 10 807 |
Pre-School: | Room C110 | 7.30 am – 3.00 pm | +65 646 10 897 |
Sportshall: | Room K201 in Sports Block | 8.00 am – 6.00 pm | +65 646 14 619 |
Please complete this form immediately and the student ID card will be blocked. A replacement card will need to be purchased for 30 SGD and any unused credit will be automatically transferred to the new card.
Please check your spam / junk email folder first. If you still have problems, please contact our IT Support department by submitting a support ticket.
Students in Preschool do not use the Student ID card. For primary and secondary students, please login to your MyInfo account and top up your child's account using a debit or credit card.
For sports and non-sports CCAs (after-school programme), please sign into the SchoolsBuddy portal to register for after-school programmes. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the CCA team.
Email: cca@gess.sg
Phone: +65 64610879
For private music or singing lessons (VIP), please visit the VIP page for more information and the registration form.
Please inform your child's homeroom teacher and also the First Aid team for food allergies.
Email: firstaid@gess.sg
Phone: +65 64610807
It is very important to update GESS with your latest contact information. Please login to your MyInfo account and update your contact information.
Please update your child's details in MyInfo and securely upload a digital copy of the new passport photo page or immigration card.
If you are not sure who your child's homeroom or subject teacher is, please contact School Services.
Email: school@gess.sg
Phone: +65 6461 0801
Please contact School Services for a copy of your child's timetable.
Email: school@gess.sg
Phone: +65 6461 0801
In the first instance, please speak to the relevant department or member of staff. You can also submit a feedback form.
GESS has a complaint management policy which explains how we manage feedback from our community.
The deadlines for submitting the withdrawal form are:
Only notifications submitted via the withdrawal form will be accepted.
Please note that there is no pro-rating of school fees for students leaving partway through a semester.
Please contact the Accounts department for questions about school fee invoices or to change who the school fee invoice is sent to.
Email: accounting@gess.sg
Phone: +65 64610838
Requests to change curriculum or language stream in Preschool must be submitted by 31 March. Please discuss the change with your child's homeroom teacher and then complete this form to make an official request.
Preschool students changing from 3 half-days and 2 full-days to 5 full-days, need to submit the form no later than:
Our School Services department can send you a school confirmation letter. Please complete the Letter request form with the required information. If you have any questions, please contact School Services.
Email: school@gess.sg
Phone: +65 6461 0801
There is no parking available on campus for parents. For more information on campus entry gates and drop off / pick up times, please read this page.
Should your child be ill, parents must:
The student’s Homeroom teacher is the main point of contact for academic and class questions. The Homeroom teacher’s contact information will be shared with parents before the start of the new school year, once the class is allocated.
Taxi: There is a drop-off area on the second floor near the Admissions office for visitors.
Car: There are a limited number of visitor parking spaces available for school tours and meetings. Public parking facilities are available within walking distance of the campus at Dairy Farm Nature Park carpark.
Any general items found will be left in the Lost and Found area outside the School Shop. All the lost items will be disposed on the last Friday of each month, or on the last day before school holidays. If students are missing something that is more valuable, they can also check with the Parent Service Centre in B201.
If the GESS identification card is lost, please report immediately to School Services at school@gess.sg. The card holder bears the replacement cost of SG$30 for lost and/or damaged cards. The application and payment for the new ID Card can be made at the School Shop.
As a guide to the first day of school and to facilitate a smooth start we recommend viewing our Orientation Webinars. If you have any questions, contact your Admissions Officer. Please ignore the dates mentioned in these pre-recorded videos.
The Parents' Committee is an important link between GESS parents and the school. The Committee conveys the views and interests of the parent community to the School Management and the Board of Governors, promotes collaboration throughout all sections of the school and upholds and enhances the GESS Community Spirit. You can contact the Parents' Committee via email Parents.Committee@gess.sg.
Security regulations – Campus access
All visitors to GESS campuses must register at the guard house exchanging photo ID for a temporary pass. You can also apply for a GESS Parent/Guardian/ FDW ID Card for quicker entry to the campus. To register visit: https://card.gess.sg/parent-guardian-fdw-application
Once your card has been printed, you will receive an email and the card can be collected at the Security office on level 1.
Each class at GESS has a nominated Parent Representative who is the link between parents and the school. Parent representatives are elected by the parents once a year. You can contact the Parent Representative if you need any help or support with school problems.
School fee invoices are sent twice a year by email for each semester. 50% of the annual tuition fees and development levy will be invoiced in each semester. You can find information about the school fees here.
For payment methods available and information on GIRO monthly payments, please visit the payment methods page.
If you have any questions about school fee invoices, payment options or to change who the invoice is sent to, please contact our Accounts department.
Email: accounting@gess.sg
Phone: +65 6461 0838
The GESS Association is a private body whose main purpose is to maintain and enhance the interests of GESS. It is a ‘not-for-profit’ society. This means that every cent is re-invested into your child’s education. The Association is registered in Singapore and runs and operates the school. The members of the Association are, for the most part, parents of our students.
If you would like your child to take the school bus, please contact the School Bus office and then complete the bus registration form.
GESS offers a door-to-door school bus service for students in Kindergarten to grade 12, from most areas of west and central Singapore and a shuttle bus service from the East Coast and Sentosa.
School bus fees are calculated by distance and are invoiced for each semester. The fees include the after-school bus at 16:30.
For route timings and availability, please check with the School bus office:
Email: bus@gess.sg
Phone: +65 6461 0873
Please find below our school contact information:
All families must sign an annual student contract for their child. The contract is sent electronically in April and must be signed within 14 days.
Day | Times |
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Full-Day | 8.00 am - 2.50 pm |
Half-Day | 8.00 am - 12.30 pm |
*For students on the 3 half-days, 2 full-days study option, the half-days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
German Curriculum:
Grades | Times | ||
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EST and Grade 1 | 7.50 am - 12.05 pm | (1 school day ends at 2.35 pm) | Mon, Wed, Thu & Fr |
Grade 2 | 7.50 am - 12.05 pm | (2 school days end at 2.35 pm) | Mon, Wed & Fri |
Grade 3 | 7.50 am - 2.35 pm | (3 school days end at 2.35 pm) | Tue & Wed |
Grade 4 and 5 | 7.50 am - 2.35 pm | (4 school days end at 2.35 pm) | Wed |
*The Extended Afternoon Programme (ENP) for German Curriculum takes place on “short” school days until 2:35 pm. The programme includes homework supervision and activities such as crafts, painting, playtime and social learning. After 2:35 pm students can join the CCA programme or go home.
IB Curriculum:
Grades | Times |
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Grade 1 to Grade 5 | 7.50 am 2.35 pm |
IB and German Curriculum:
Grades | Times |
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Grade 6 to 9 | 8.00 am - 3.00 pm |
Grade 10 to 12 | 8.00 am - 3.00 pm |
*Depending on individual course choice of students, classes are scheduled until 4.40 pm.
You can view the exact timetable of your child in GESS Engage. GESS Engage is accessible via the app or desktop: https://engage.gess.sg/
School materials and workbooks can be purchased in the School Shop. Please find here the full school shop price list.
Click the link below to find the workbooks, schoolbooks, reading lists and school materials lists.
The School Services department is the main point of contact for parents regarding all administrative questions and requests. Parents should also contact School Services if their child is not feeling well and cannot come to school. School Services can be reached at +65 6469 0801 or via email at school@gess.sg.
Changes in address, contact details or other personal information such as renewed passport/immigration pass can be updated online via Myinfo.
School uniforms and school materials (including workbooks / textbooks) can be purchased in our school shop. The school shop is located at H224 next to the VIP office and near the canteen area. Please note that visiting the school shop is by appointment only. You must book a date and time via MyInfo (see below the video tutorial) or contact the school shop.
Email: shop@gess.sg
Phone: +65 6461 0880
Location: H224
All GESS students are required to wear a school uniform. The school uniform can be purchased from the School Shop and must be obtained prior to the first day of School. Purchase the school uniform online or directly in the school shop and make an appointment to visit here or contact directly shop@gess.sg.
Families typically purchase 2-3 sets of the classroom uniform and 1-2 sets of the sports uniform. Prices are on average 25-30 SGD per item.
There are two withdrawal deadlines each academic year:
To withdraw your child from GESS, you must complete the online withdrawal form by the deadline or the next semester’s fees may be due. Notifications by email, phone call or note to teacher will not be accepted. There is no proration of school fee invoices for students leaving partway through the semester.
By the last day of school, the Student Release form must be completed and signed by the Library, IT and Accounts department. Please make sure you return all books and materials to the school and handover your child’s student ID card and parent ID card to the Accounts department. You can keep your parent ID card if you have another child still enrolled at GESS.
For school reports, confirmation letters, entry test invigilation or teacher recommendation letters, please contact School Services.
Email: school@gess.sg
Phone: +65 6461 0801