If you are considering an international relocation to Singapore with your family, you may be wondering what life in Singapore is like as an expat family. As Singaporean locals and experts in helping families relocate from overseas, the team at Allied Singapore explains some of the reasons why Singapore is a great country for expatriate families. Read on to learn more about why your family should make your new home in Singapore.
Why is Singapore great for expat families?
There are so many reasons why Singapore is a great destination for expat families to relocate to! The Singapore team at Allied has helped many families make the big trip overseas to move to Singapore so we have a solid understanding of why Singapore is a popular destination for expat family relocations. Below we’ve outlined some of the top reasons why Singapore is a great choice for expat families - from education, safety, healthcare, and more.
World class education system
The standard of education is highly important for families considering whether to relocate to Singapore. Luckily, Singapore offers some of the best education in the world. Continuously ranked towards the top of the international league tables, Singaporean students perform high in reading, mathematics and science tests. There’s no shortage of excellent international schools offering the best in education for children aged as young as three years old to 18 years old. Though, education doesn’t need to stop there! Singapore also has numerous reputable universities to choose from.
Incredibly safe
Relocating somewhere safe is a top priority for all families, and Singapore is considered one of the safest countries in the world. Due to the strict law enforcement and zero tolerance for all drugs, there is an impressively low crime rate and you can rest assured that your family will find living in Singapore incredibly safe.
High quality healthcare
Access to affordable and good healthcare is essential for families! Singapore offers some of the highest quality healthcare, with well-trained and English speaking medical staff. There is universal coverage, however you may still have to pay a portion of these expenses. It’s also important to note that this coverage is only available to expat families who are permanent residents or citizens of Singapore. It’s recommended that you take out health insurance for your family or arrange it through your employer.
Easy to get around
Singapore makes it easy to get around thanks to its expansive public transportation system. The metro, known as the Mass Rapid Transit (or MRT) is incredibly clean and efficient - not to mention air-conditioned! There is also a comprehensive bus network with two main operators (SBS Transit and SMRT) which both accept the EZ-Link card. Taxi, rideshare and rickshaw services are also available.
Not only is it easy to travel around the main island, but you will also find that Singapore is a great gateway to the rest of Asia Pacific. You can easily travel from Singapore to Japan, South Korea, Thailand, as well as Australia and New Zealand.
Wide range of activities and attractions
Keeping children entertained can be tough. Luckily, Singapore has an abundance of things to do with many indoor and outdoor activities to choose from! There are spectacular parks and playgrounds (a favourite is Tiong Bahru Park), art, science and historical museums (check out the ArtScience Museum), cinemas and theatres, indoor ice skating, waterparks and more! If there is one guarantee - you and the family won’t get bored when living in Singapore!
Warm weather
Depending on your preferences, Singapore’s weather can be one of the best or worst things about living in Singapore! You can enjoy warm weather year round, with temperatures averaging around 30 to 33℃ (or 86 to 92℉). This means you can enjoy swimming throughout the year and won’t need to worry about packing any large jackets and jumpers with you. However, with the heat comes the humidity! It may take some time to adjust and you will need to get into the habit of carrying an umbrella.
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