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Dhafin Rizaldi

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April 16, 2021

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There are many things that I like about XCL World Academy. The facilities are great, my favorites are the auditorium and the music room. As a musician, it’s very necessary for me to practice as much as possible. I spend my time arranging music sessions with my schoolmates or by myself before school, at break and during lunch. The music room is filled with a wide range of instruments as well as music charts, which is amazing when having jam sessions with the school band.

These facilities help me achieve my goals and encourage myself to be out of my comfort zone by performing in the Auditorium. “When I joined the school, I found it very difficult to perform in front of a large audience. As I become more comfortable with the school community, many teachers have given me numerous opportunities to further expand my musicianship. Additionally, I’ve joined different extra-curricular activities that made me improve in this area, such as XCL World Academy Voices and the Jazz band.”

I’ve contributed to many events in the school and a few of the major highlights were the Open Mic, my solo piano performance during the Awards Ceremony and my personal artwork exhibition during Arts Week. These achievements wouldn’t be possible without the support of the amazing teachers in the Arts department. They have given me the time and effort to help me improve as an Artist and Musician. I look forward to contribute more in future events that the school have arranged.

Dhafin Rizaldi
Scholarship student, musician, artist, theatre performer
Class of 2021
Date: February, 2019

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What curriculum does XWA follow?

XCL World Academy is an authorised IB World School offering the IB continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Diploma Programme (IBDP). Students in Grades 11–12 can also take Advanced Placement courses or complete a WASC-accredited High School Diploma. This pathway flexibility is rare among international schools in Singapore.

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Does XWA offer English language support?

Yes. The English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme and Foundational English Programme (FEP) support students who need to build English proficiency alongside their regular studies. Intensive English classes are also available for students at beginner levels.

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XCL World Academy offers rolling admissions, so students can join at any point during the year. For the full academic calendar, please click here.

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Start with an online application. XWA then schedules an age-appropriate assessment and invites your family for a campus tour. The admissions team guides you through every step. To know more, reach out to us via email at admissions@xwa.edu.sg, call us at +65 6230 4230 or WhatsApp us here.

What ages does XWA accept?

XWA enrols students from 18 months (Nursery) through age 19 (Grade 12), with all year groups on a single campus.

Where do graduates go to university?

XWA graduates attend leading universities across the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and Asia, including Ivy League institutions, as well as UC Berkeley, Boston University, McGill, University of Toronto, UCL, King’s College London, Sciences Po, University of Sydney, NUS, NTU, and SMU. Personalised university counselling begins as early as Grade 8, guiding students towards best-fit pathways and global opportunities.

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