Sir Manasseh Meyer International School

Founded in 1996, Sir Manasseh Meyer International School (SMMIS) is a private, not-for-profit institution in Singapore that offers a high-quality international education imbued with Jewish values. It is an inclusive and diverse community school where each child is known, valued, and given individual attention. The School’s mission is to teach the love of learning, guide the heart towards truth, and build meaningful ties with all, while its vision is bettering the world through a first-class education imbued with Jewish values.

Recognized for its above-world-average IGCSE results, SMMIS is consistently celebrated by parents and educators alike, winning the HoneyKids Principal of the Year award for two consecutive years, the HoneyKids Teacher of the Year 2024 award, and the Best Schools Award – Highly Commended for being a school most loved by parents. Small class sizes and individualized attention ensure that every student is supported to achieve their personal best in both academics and character development.

Name of School Sir Manasseh Meyer International School (SMMIS)
Location Singapore
Age range Preschool, Elementary, Junior High, High School
Students 238
Professionals 70

Curriculum & Academic Life

SMMIS delivers a rich and varied curriculum that blends the British National Cambridge Curriculum with Singapore Math, the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), and the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC). Secondary students follow the Cambridge IGCSE program, which is complemented by specialist subjects such as Mandarin, Hebrew, and the arts.

The School’s PIECE Programme—standing for Passion, Interest, Engagement, Commitment, and Enthusiasm—offers students a broad range of enrichment opportunities designed to help them explore their talents and achieve their best academic outcomes. Arts, music, drama, and sports are integral to student life, with every learner encouraged to participate in activities that inspire creativity, teamwork, and personal expression.

Enrichment & Student Life

Community service and leadership development are central to the SMMIS experience. Guided by the Jewish principle of Tikkun Olam—repairing the world—students complete a set number of service hours each semester, participating in projects that benefit both local and regional communities.

Leadership begins early, with a strong Student Council and House System ensuring student voices are heard and that pupils have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to School life. Co-curricular activities range from sports and performing arts to academic clubs, helping students build confidence, resilience, and a sense of community responsibility.

Innovation & Resource Sharing

SMMIS stands out for its integration of international curricula with a strong values-based ethos, its exceptional student–teacher ratios, and its whole-child approach to education. Its inclusive, community-driven model is a potential resource for other ORT network schools seeking to combine academic excellence with deep cultural and ethical engagement.

Educating for Life

STEM education is embedded across the curriculum, encouraging inquiry, experimentation, and critical thinking. Entrepreneurship is fostered through project-based learning and service initiatives that challenge students to innovate and problem-solve in real-world contexts.

Mental health and wellbeing are supported through daily Mindfulness or Tefillah sessions, a robust pastoral care system, and access to individualized guidance. The School’s focus on balanced personal and academic growth equips students with the skills, character, and resilience they need for life beyond graduation.

Jewish Experience

Jewish identity is celebrated and nurtured across all aspects of School life. All students participate in Jewish education, with daily Tefillah or mindfulness sessions anchoring the day. Hebrew language, Jewish history, and culture are taught in engaging, age-appropriate ways.

The School offers Jewish education opportunities for parents and organizes an annual Service Journey in Southeast Asia for secondary students. This journey balances sightseeing with community service activities, helping students understand global issues while fostering empathy and social responsibility.

Global Citizenship

SMMIS fosters global citizenship by creating an environment of openness, compassion, and social responsibility. Students come from diverse nationalities and cultural backgrounds, learning to respect and appreciate different perspectives.

Through Tikkun Olam projects, sustainability initiatives, and intercultural programs, students develop ethical leadership skills and a sense of their role in contributing positively to the world. Multilingual education, including Hebrew and Mandarin, deepens cultural understanding, while the School’s holistic approach prepares graduates to thrive as active, informed, and responsible global citizens.