OF BOARDING
COMMUNITY
CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT Just by definition, a boarding school is a
community, however at RAS Boarding, we
An important part of character development work to consciously create and maintain a
during school years is the opportunity to boarding school community that supports,
try a variety of different activities, develop nurtures and cares for our students as
new skills and face new challenges. At RAS individuals. While our age and gender
Boarding, students are required to participate segregated floors provide security and
in at least two co-curricular activities of privacy to our students, our boarding facility
their chioce after school each week, which is designed with a large common room.
includes visual and performing arts, sports, Boarders from both Junior and Senior
technology, and more. Additionally, through Boarding can come to study, relax, play,
weekend and evening cultural and social and socialize in mixed groups. Additionally,
events, participation in our community service pastoral care is provided at every level, with
program and regular interaction with our dedicated boarding staff, to allow students
international boarding community, students a personal connection with responsible
have multiple opportunities to learn and grow adults. As a close community, boarders are
throughout their time at RAS. supervised during their studies, activities
and free time, to allow staff to monitor and
intervene as necessary to help students with
individual, interpersonal or group challenges
that inevitably arise as part of normal social
development.
Succeed.
@RafflesAmericanSchool
At Raffles American School, we offer a WASC accredited high school
diploma, along with Advanced Placement (AP) courses and the SAT exam.
With a diploma from RAS, you hold a passport to university education around
the world!
Find out more at
www.Raffles-American-School.edu.my
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INSIDE THE SCHOOLS
In this section, we take you inside some of Malaysia’s most
remarkable international schools. Each school has well-
qualified staff with special expertise, its own unique teaching
and learning styles, and special facilities.
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Asia Pacific Schools:
Nurturing the Leaders of Tomorrow
All parents want the best the delivery of the respective a child’s potential and shape
education for their children. curriculum, while motivating and children into well-rounded
Offering both Malaysian and encouraging students through members of society, equipped
International Curricula Schools, their engaging, interactive with the relevant knowledge,
Asia Pacific Schools provide the teaching philosophy competencies, skills and
best of both worlds. and practices. attributes to successfully
contribute in a global community.
With two schools under its helm, Located on a spacious campus
the Asia Pacific International in Subang, Asia Pacific Schools Asia Pacific International
School (APIS), which offers the are equipped with modern, School (APIS)
UK Curriculum, and the Asia purpose-built facilities. Fully
Pacific Smart School (APSS), air-conditioned, each classroom Established in 2012, APIS uses
which uses the Malaysian as well as the library, computer a British-based curriculum
Curriculum, Asia Pacific Schools labs, music, science, woodwork, developed by the University
aim to create an exceptional mechanical, electrical, speech and of Cambridge International
educational environment to foster drama, art and cookery rooms Examinations at both the
the intellectual and emotional are equipped with the latest primary and secondary levels.
development of children from 3 to technology to aid and inspire The programme is focused on
17 years of age. young minds. The Schools also fostering academic excellence
boast a swimming pool, indoor and preparing students for IGCSE
By providing a holistic experience badminton, netball and basketball examinations. Children are
in academia, arts, sciences and courts, and a football field. encouraged to take an active role
sports, all students are nurtured to in their own learning by setting
become self-motivated, inquiring The curricula, facilities and personal targets and evaluating
and reflective thinkers. Qualified pedagogical practices at Asia their own progress.
and experienced teachers ensure Pacific Schools will help unlock
The primary programme gives
students a framework to develop
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Mathematics, English and by the Ministry of Education, more attention to be given to the
Science skills, and the secondary Malaysia, for children aged 7 to 17 individual needs and capabilities
programme follows the same years. APSS was recently awarded of each student in the classroom.
pattern. Students are assessed the maximum 5* accreditation
in Year 6 and Year 9 on their by the Ministry in recognition Extracurricular activities offered
readiness to embark on the of its outstanding teaching and at APSS include speech and
IGCSE examinations. In addition, learning. The primary medium of drama, public speaking and
students have a choice to learn instruction is Bahasa Malaysia, music classes. Students can also
French, Arabic or Mandarin as a with STEM subjects (Science, participate in various sporting
foreign language. Technology, Engineering and activities that include basketball,
Mathematics) being taught in netball, football, swimming,
With small-sized classes, APIS is English at all levels. shooting, gymnastics and tennis.
able to individually track students.
Teachers take time to speak Each student is carefully nurtured As a result of the school’s holistic
personally with students to help in preparation to sit for and obtain approach in creating well-rounded
them set achievable targets and the best possible results for their individuals, APSS students
to motivate them to progress on UPSR and SPM examinations. have achieved great success in
to the next level with confidence. sporting, science and creative
The School’s curriculum also goes competitions.
The School offers a range of beyond academic excellence, as it
extracurricular programmes exposes students to a wide range Whether you as a parent prefer
that include Taekwondo, Wushu, of non-examination subject areas, a Malaysian or an International
Ukelele, Violin, Minecraft, aikido, in order to holistically enhance education, Asia Pacific Schools
animation, creative clay art, their skills and character. will provide a first-class
dodgeball, fencing, gymnastics, educational environment that will
karate, LEGO robotics, Science With a strong emphasis on meet the needs of your child, and
Bridge, public speaking, soccer, technology as an enabler enable him or her to develop into a
swimming and vocal training. to support learning, APSS well-rounded, confident, inquiring
continuously adopts educational and ethical thinker and leader.
Asia Pacific Smart School practices that encourage
(APSS) analytical and innovative thinking For more information,
capabilities. In addition, its low visit www.apschools.edu.my
Established in 2006, APSS offers student to teacher ratio allows
the Malaysian curriculum, set
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THE BEACONHOUSE SCHOOL SYSTEM:
ONE OF THE LARGEST SCHOOL
NETWORKS IN THE WORLD
Established in 1975, the for excellence through quality thinking
Beaconhouse School System management, quality training and • Empathetic towards others,
has since grown into one of the quality teaching. By doing so, we
largest, most established school hope to benefit our students, their ensuring a more just, caring and
networks in the world – providing communities, and the wider world. compassionate world
quality education from preschool • Resolute, dedicated, dependable
to postgraduate level. Our Vision and resilient in both thoughts
and action
Today, we serve over 303,000 We aim to help our students: • Globally aware to cultivate
students across eight countries: • To develop a healthy sense of international-mindedness and
Malaysia, the United Kingdom, unity through diversity
Oman, the United Arab Emirates, self • Healthy & active in physical play
Pakistan, the Philippines, Belgium • To build healthy and durable and activities to lead a balanced
and Thailand. lifestyle
relationships with others • Digitally literate to use and create
Beaconhouse Malaysia • To cultivate a sense of reverence knowledge and information, and
to collaborate with others locally
Beaconhouse Malaysia has been and an aesthetic appreciation and internationally.
operating in Malaysia since 2004. • To demonstrate constructive
Today, we own and operate 13 But above all, our students are
schools, which are located in curiosity and a willingness to inspired by imagination and
prime residential areas around explore new ideas innovation, and are able to
the Klang Valley. These schools • To master a basic core of generate original thoughts and
comprise nine preschools; two knowledge, skills and attitudes. ideas, which have value.
private primary and secondary
schools which offer the national Our Learner Profiles What We Do
curriculum; and two international
schools which offer the Our students are encouraged to We prepare students for the
Cambridge IGCSE programmes. be: future. We inspire and empower
• Creative & innovative to generate them to reach for excellence and
Our Mission to become independent global
original thoughts and ideas learners. We provide a solid
At Beaconhouse, we aim to • Inquisitive by being natural foundation from preschool to
provide quality education of an senior school allowing children
international standard. We aim inquirers through self-enquiry to harness their individual talents
• Ethical through a spirit of
honesty, integrity, fairness and
human dignity
• Analytical to identify,
evaluate and solve problems
systematically through critical
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in the pursuit of educational • Knowledge-rich library Themed “Multiple Literacies
success. • A safe and caring environment for a World of Tomorrow”, BISC
2018 featured a host of activities
Quality Education that promotes respect and and competitions from various
positive traditional values for all spheres of learning ranging from
Our core focus is to deliver high- students sports and athletics to science,
quality academic programmes • Extended curriculum including a technology, visual and performing
that enable students to achieve variety of clubs and societies arts and filmmaking.
their intellectual potential as • Sports complex including: futsal,
well as develop confidence and basketball, volleyball, badminton Beaconhouse has consistently
lifelong learning skills to improve courts and a six-lane swimming endeavoured to inspire innovation
their prospects beyond school. pool. and modernisation, reinventing the
Our trained, caring and highly educational paradigm under the
motivated teachers provide Beaconhouse banner of 21st Century Learning.
effective teaching, while giving International School BISC is a manifestation of its
students the personal attention, Convention (BISC) ideology to push the boundaries
advice and support needed. and go beyond conventional
Beyond our academic teaching and learning within
Extra Curriculum Activities programmes, what sets us apart the four walls of the classroom.
is our unique Beaconhouse It aims to create a global
The extended school curriculum International School Convention community, giving students from
at Beaconhouse includes a wide (BISC). The annual event serves Beaconhouse schools around the
variety of activities, clubs and as a platform for students from world an opportunity to interact
societies for students to choose different countries to build with cultures different from their
from. Many of the activities friendships, cultivate teamwork own and to learn from each other.
offered are free and do not incur and to develop the spirit of
additional fees. sportsmanship. Choose Beaconhouse
Sports Clubs - soccer, cricket, Today
ping-pong, badminton, dance, Already in its third instalment,
fencing and athletics Beaconhouse International At Beaconhouse, we aim to bring
Literacy Clubs - student magazine, Student Convention (BISC success within the reach of every
book, film 2018) was recently held in student through our high teaching
Art & Design - arts & craft, Muscat, Oman this year with standards and challenging
Chinese calligraphy a participation of around 200 programmes. So let us help you
Martial Arts - Tae Kwon Do students from five countries prepare your child for their future
Academic Clubs - homework, - Malaysia, Oman, Pakistan, by empowering and inspiring
debating, public speaking, drama, Philippines, and Thailand. Leading them to reach for excellence and
sudoku up to the main event, thousands to become independent global
of students competed in their learners.
Facilities home countries in order to make it
to the elite team that was sent to For more information, please visit
• Well-resourced classrooms, represent their nation. beaconhouse.edu.my
computer and science labs, art
studio and brand new sports
facilities
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THE BRITISH INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOL OF KUALA LUMPUR
The British International School learn new skills and set their which ensure students benefit
of Kuala Lumpur (BSKL) opened sights higher, developing a truly from contemporary educational
in 2009 and is proud to be part international perspective through thinking and practices. At
of the Nord Anglia Education outstanding online, in-school and BSKL, 100% of teachers
(NAE) family, the world’s leading worldwide experiences. BSKL hold international teaching
premium schools organisation students will also benefit from qualifications from well-regarded
with 61 international schools collaborations with the world’s institutions and all Assistant
located in 28 countries around the best organisations including MIT, Teachers in Years 1 - 6 hold
world. Juilliard and UNICEF ensuring degrees with three years working
that every child is prepared for the experience in a relevant field.
Being part of the NAE network future.
allows BSKL to continue BSKL follows a globally respected
to strengthen its academic NAE’s global scale also enables curriculum based on the English
credentials and enhance the school to continue to recruit National Curriculum, and was
learning through a number of and retain the best teachers in graded “excellent in all areas
key initiatives. This includes the the world who are committed of educational provision” in
Global Campus which connects to nurturing and inspiring every the most recent Independent
50,000 students around the world, child they care for. Through Schools Inspectorate report; a
and a large programme of events the Nord Anglia University, result that is comparable to that
and expeditions in Southeast the teaching team are given of many top UK independent
Asia and beyond. This allows extensive and unique professional schools and is unprecedented
students to explore the world, development opportunities in Malaysia. The school has
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also been awarded the COBIS state-of-the-art campuses. nurture independence of mind
(Council of British International Facilities include three indoor and resilience. Students are
Schools) Patron’s Accreditation sport halls, two swimming pools regularly invited to reflect on how
and is the first school to gain this and two full size football fields. their behaviour affects the world
honour in Asia. In an increasingly The music and performing arts around them, show initiative and to
competitive market, it is one of programmes have a 650-seat understand how they can positively
the best international schools in theatre and over 20 specialist contribute to those living and
the city and continues to be a top music and dance rooms, whilst working in the community.
international school of choice for three unique libraries cater
both expatriate and local families. for everyone, and is stacked Through personalised learning,
with over 20,000 books. The BSKL is committed to giving
Students achieve excellent exam latest technology and creative all students the opportunity to
results, outperforming many of breakout spaces feature strongly pursue their individual strengths
their UK counterparts. In the last throughout the school. It is and talents. Developing character
academic year 75% of students therefore not surprising to learn and temperament are at least
achieved A*/A and 93% A*/B that in the last parent survey, 95% as important to success in life
grades in all of their (I)GCSE said they highly rate the look and as acquiring skills. The school
examinations. These academic feel of the building facilities and ensures pupils are exceptionally
achievements are matched by the 92% said the school provides a well prepared for the next stage of
sixth form students with 100% of stimulating learning environment their education with the strength
last year’s Year 13 cohort securing for their child. of character to match. As a result,
their place at their first choice pupils are more likely to develop
university. Creating confident and ambitious ambitions and a sense of their own
individuals is a proud initiative potential that is marked by a broad,
The school provides outstanding and key focus at BSKL, where global perspective in a rapidly
facilities across three striking teachers are encouraged to changing world.
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EXCELSIOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL:
COMMITTED TO
EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION
(EIS) Excelsior International In support of the fundamental Arts – In performing arts, EIS
School is located within the City belief in holistic education,
of Knowledge in a beautiful forest all students follow a broad uses music, dance, drama and
above the Town of Bandar Seri and challenging educational theatre to develop confidence
Alam, 15 kilometres east of Johor programme covering EIS’ Three and communication skills.
Bahru in the south of Peninsular Pillars of Excellence, in an These activities encourage the
Malaysia. The purpose-built approach that educates students appreciation, development and
campus spreads over 20 acres to become independent, enquiring, understanding of local, regional
with a built-up area of over creative and enthusiastic learners. and international cultures, dance,
320,000 square feet, allowing for music and traditions.
larger facilities and more space, Academic – The Academic
enabling a smoother delivery of EIS is an IB World School and
the curriculum. curriculum is delivered in an offers the IB Diploma Programme
interactive way, which allows in its High School. It offers
The vast campus houses world- students to investigate, the Cambridge International
class learning, sporting and experiment and gain hands-on Programmes in its Secondary
recreational facilities featuring experience. This approach aims School and utilises the IEYC and
advanced educational tools, to train students to collaborate IPC curriculum framework in the
including Information Technology with others, to think critically and Early Years and Primary Years
(IT), Science and Multimedia to gain confidence in their own programmes respectively. EIS
laboratories, a 527-seat abilities when facing challenges. is a member school with the US
auditorium, specialist facilities Western Association of Schools
for Dance, Drama, Music and Sports and Physical and Colleges (WASC) and the
Art and a range of sporting and Activity – Sports are essential Council of International Schools
recreational facilities, such as an (CIS).
Olympic standard swimming pool, to the development of students
tennis courts, a full-sized, artificial- of all ages as it serves to enhance
turf soccer field and a 400-metre, any academic endeavour. EIS
all-weather running track. These provides a completely inclusive
state-of-the-art facilities and physical education curriculum and
resources support Excelsior’s a wide range of recreational and
Three Pillars of Excellence - competitive sporting activities,
Academic, Sports and the Arts. which allow all students to
develop a healthy, active life and
strong leadership skills.
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HELP INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: In every corner of the school,
we see exploration and activity.
CELEBRATING LIFE Students are swimming, running,
IN ALL ITS FULLNESS experimenting, debating,
discussing and presenting
As part of the HELP Education experience, as well as integrating ideas. The preschoolers are in
Group, HELP International School Eastern and Western educational imaginative play, learning about
(HIS) was established in 2014, at philosophies, we strive to enable real life skills. The lower primary is
Subang Bestari, Selangor, with an and inspire our students to looking for insects in the garden,
international team of experienced embrace the joy of learning. learning about habitat. The upper
and passionate leaders and primary is busy recording news
teachers. Five years later and Dr Gerard Louis, CEO of HIS, using green screen technology.
with an enrolment of over 1,400 shares his thoughts, “We have The secondary students are
students, the school is considered come a long way for a relatively dissecting liver and lung in the
one of the fastest growing young school. The challenge science lab. The A Level students
international schools in Malaysia. of a learning organisation is are in earnest discussion about
HIS won a 5-star rating from the to understand the context and the new social enterprise under
Ministry of Education in its second constantly keep your pulse on the their leadership programme. This
year of operation and was recently changes so that we can prepare is the joy of learning in action!
shortlisted as the International our students for a future that is
School of the Year in the Times volatile, uncertain, complex and Our Unique School
Educational Supplement (TES) ambiguous. We must learn from
Independent School Awards 2019 the past and charge forward with Housed in a purpose-built campus
in the UK. passion and confidence.” which reflects its philosophy of a
vibrant school life, the school is
HIS has also been recognised by An Ordinary Day In equipped with all the necessary
Apple as a Distinguished School An Extraordinary facilities. A newly added space is
for being a model of innovation in Environment the MakerSpace -- a collaborative
education and validated as an IPC space for exploring, designing,
Accredited School (International Walking around the HIS campus making and creating – which
Primary Curriculum), joining 1% on a typical school day is no further reaffirms our reputation
of schools worldwide to have ordinary experience. One can feel as an Apple Distinguished School,
attained such an achievement. the buzz in the air as students recognised for its exemplary
With the motto “Life in all its engage in various learning learning environment.
fullness“, we seek to discover and activities and discoveries in and
bring out the best in each child out of classrooms. Please visit www.his.edu.my, or
by nurturing his or her talent and call 03-7809 7000 to know more
potential. By providing a truly The Tree of Life, which stands in about what enables our students
global and holistic educational the beautiful green courtyard is to celebrate “life in all
a symbol of a thriving, lively and its fullness”
growing student population.
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KINGSLEY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL:
EMPOWERING STUDENTS
TO SUCCEED IN LIFE
Kingsley International School no child is ever singled-out or studio, and over 200 boarding
was established in 2011 with the punished publicly or humiliated rooms for boarders, Kingsley
sole intention of empowering for acts deemed not right. We is now able to accommodate
children, from ages 3 to 17, to do adopt a more sensitive approach students who are looking to stay
well in life. At KINGSLEY, you’ll to behaviour considered to be in-house in our well secured and
find an engaging, enriching and inappropriate. planned Kingsley Boarding.
enabling environment to gear
all children towards discovery Dedicated educators and mentors The students in KINGSLEY are
of their full potential through understand that every child drawn from multi-ethnic
multiple activities in and out of the learns differently and so daily and multicultural backgrounds
classrooms. Attaining a holistic class teaching is carried out on from all corners of the world.
education encompasses lessons the basis of knowing the Ml of Together they form a diverse and
learnt through self-discovery. all children and recognising their enthusiastic learning community,
This helps to empower students strength as individuals. Children displaying confidence and
with the right attitudes to follow enjoy the challenge of doing better staying engaged, innovative,
their passion, thus leading them in areas in which they excel and constantly reflective and mindfully
to more interesting and exciting are coached to do better in areas respectful of self, others, and the
career choices in the future. in which they need help. environment.
What differentiates us is our Safety and Security are That is our ultimate goal and
approach - we invest, impart and KINGSLEY’s top priorities with achievement! We have
instil. We believe in encouragement a line-up of Gurkha guards well surely arrived! Visit us TODAY
and in identifying each type of trained to provide peace of mind and discover an academic
multiple intelligence (Ml) in every to parents. With an excellent environment that offers each
child. We understand the intent curriculum from Cambridge, the student every opportunity to excel,
of all children, their dreams, school ensures that young minds and every parent - peace of mind.
their passion and their will to are kept active. Nutritious and
succeed through the fundamental balanced meals are provided by For more information,
understanding of “self”. the F&B Team, using the food visit www.kingsley.edu.my/kis
pyramid as a guide.
Kingsley International School,
students, parents and teachers KINGSLEY offers over 40
are encouraged to foster close extracurricular activities on its
relationships to ensure care and 6-acre campus. Students get the
concern to create a bully-free opportunity for open-air exercise
culture and environment for in the two green fields on the
young minds to succeed. The school rooftop or can use the
School believes in the prevention 2-gym rooms with full exercise
of bullying and implemented equipment set-up.
constant teaching, awareness talk
campaigns, disciplinary actions, With the opening of our new
counsellings and opportunities for Annex Building, which houses
self-reflection to benefit children our Olympic-sized (50 metres)
at every age group. In the school, swimming pool, gymnastics
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MAHSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
The MAHSA Group has entered and parents with quality-rich We provide students with
the arena of school education personalised data for each outstanding facilities throughout
with the opening of MAHSA student on a termly and annual the school that include –
International School in Saujana basis. Student progress is tracked, Boarding, a Two-Storey Library,
Putra (MIS), a day and boarding evaluated and reported at all key Mac Computer Lab, Design &
school from Early Years to Year stages from primary through to Art Rooms, Auditorium, ESL
11 (Age 3 to 16 years). MIS has IGCSE and onto A Levels. Rooms, Sports Hall, Table Tennis
chosen the British Curriculum Room, Squash Courts, Basketball
(Cambridge Board) because of its The holistic education provided Courts, Futsal Court, Swimming
worldwide acceptance and high at MAHSA International School Pool, Wading Pool, Football
level of accreditation. It provides is designed to encourage the Field, Playroom, Dance Studio,
students with a broad and well- practical application of acquired Prayer Rooms and a Cafeteria.
balanced approach to education knowledge. The new MIS is A recent addition to our sports
covering English Language state-of-the-art utilising the programme includes the new
and Literature, Humanities and best technology available today MIS & Borussia Dortmund (BVB)
Social Sciences, Languages, in all academic departments. Football Academy that will
Mathematics, Sciences and All classrooms have access provide a quality and structured
Creative and professional to interactive technology with football programme for our
subjects. Blended into our strong Wi-Fi throughout the students under the umbrella of
modern approach to teaching, campus, as this allows for a the powerhouse German Football
learning and assessing we have seamless implementation of Club (BVB).
introduced the International Early our iPad programme throughout
Year’s Curriculum (IEYC) and the school. Recently MIS has At MAHSA International School,
the International Primary Years partnered with Microsoft we are investing in the future,
Curriculum (IPC) into our primary Education and the Microsoft recruiting the best teachers
school curriculum structure. Teacher Academy to assist our available and building a
staff in delivering inspiring content school that will lead the way in
In addition to an inbuilt evaluation that shares next generation ideas international education for our
and remediation process, we and innovative, technology-led region.
have partnered with GL Education classroom practice and STEM
to provide our staff, students programmes. Contact Information:
www.miskl.edu.my
[email protected]
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KTJ INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL:
NURTURING HIGH ACHIEVERS
Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar (KTJ) is schools are located on the same well for Malaysian students. We
one of the region’s premier campus, where both have the have a mix of local and expatriate
international co-educational space to operate autonomously, teachers who are all trained and
schools for students aged 3 to 18 but with the benefit of shared developed regularly so that they
years. We provide boarding from resources. use the best and most current
the age of 11 and enjoy a diverse teaching practices.
student population, with students What is Different
from over 16 different countries About Us? We are a co-educational school
across Asia, Europe, Australia and – with boarding from the age
Africa. KTJ is a non-profit organisation of 11. Students get the benefit
so all proceeds are channeled and confidence of growing up in
Our aim at KTJ is to build back into the school. This an environment that is secure,
confident, independent and is why we are able to offer encouraging and also realistic,
academic high achievers. We outstanding facilities, dedicated with a mix of genders, throughout
want our students to feel happy, teachers and an exceptional school life.
nurtured and encouraged education at a reasonable cost.
throughout their learning journey. Students at KTJ achieve superb KTJ has an impressive campus,
examination grades, while being covering over 80 acres of land.
The concept of KTJ dates from able to undertake a wide range We use the space well, providing
the late 1980s when three of sporting and extracurricular our students with three swimming
members of the Negeri Sembilan activities. Our students are pools, football, hockey, rugby and
Royal Family proposed that renowned for their independence cricket pitches, tennis, squash,
a school which provided the and confidence, which are badminton and basketball courts,
benefits of a British Public School, qualities that stand them in good a rock climbing wall, music and
but adapted to the needs of stead as they progress to higher dance studios and a state-of-
Malaysia, be opened in Negeri education anywhere in the world. the-art auditorium. In addition,
Sembilan. The Secondary School We also have a number of day the Primary School has the use
was opened in 1991, and its students, who commute from the of two outdoor, shade-covered
reputation has flourished ever local areas and KL who use our playgrounds and an impressive
since its conception. The success school bus services. amphitheatre. We are able to offer
of the Secondary School led to our students over 120
a decision to open a brand new We are modelled on the extracurricular activities, including
Primary School in 2013. The two British system and use the UK sports, clubs and societies.
Curriculum but align ourselves
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Boarding School Life On weekends, House staff might Accounting and Business Studies.
make arrangements for a trip Languages are also growing in
Life in a boarding school is or an event, and every Saturday, popularity, with Chinese Mandarin,
varied, structured and very full! there is an event put on by the French and Malay offered up to
We aim to keep our students students, for the students. Every IGCSE level. We constantly
motivated and busy to help them two to three weeks, we have achieve some of the best A Level
grow academically, but also Exeat weekends. In addition to results in Malaysia, with over
to encourage them to become that, if parents want to visit their 89% of students gaining A*- B,
well-rounded young adults. Life children or take them away for the and almost a quarter of students
in a boarding school helps to weekend, they may do so. gaining A’s.
prepare students to become
independent thinkers, and also to Our Academics Our first class education opens
be independent in their actions. the door to some of the finest
We follow the International universities in the UK, the US,
Students are offered a support Primary Curriculum in the Primary Australia and Canada. In recent
system when they join, including a School and the UK National years, our students have gained
mentor and a buddy and time with Curriculum in the Secondary admission to Oxford, Cambridge,
the Prefects in their House. All School, suitably amended for the Imperial College, the London
of our staff at KTJ reside on the students studying in Malaysia. School of Economics (LSE),
campus, so students also have Students learn through fun, topic- University College London (UCL),
regular access to their Form Tutor based lessons, with expatriate Harvard, Yale, the Massachusetts
and the Heads of School in charge teachers and Malaysian teaching Institute of Technology (MIT),
of Pastoral care. assistants. We are proud of our Brown and Berkeley.
teacher to student ratio across
The boarding houses are well both schools: 7 :7. KTJ International School offers
staffed at all times. The your child the opportunity to
Houseparent is a trained and well- In the Secondary School, we also grow in a supportive, progressive
experienced, academic member follow other British Curricula, and academically challenging
of staff. They will often be the which include Cambridge and environment. We believe that the
first point of contact for students Edexcel IGCSEs in Forms 4 to 5 best way to judge any school is
and parents with any questions and the A Levels in the 6th Form. to see it in action. Our doors are
or concerns. The Houseparent is open for you to visit us and we
supported by House Tutors and Our traditional strengths are in hope to see you soon.
Matrons, who will also live within Mathematics and the Sciences.
the house. House staff have a However, we also proudly offer a For more information,
number of years of experience, range of Social Sciences, Arts visit www.ktj.edu.my
and, in most cases, come from and Drama, History, Geography,
boarding school backgrounds
themselves.
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Alumna Profile
“Critical thinking has moulded me
to become an active learner in every
aspect of my life.”
Rachel Lim June Leen Malaysia
18 years old
Sunway International School, 2012 - 2016
Qualifications What were your favourite and day) is to be a critical thinker.
least favourite subjects in school, Critical thinking has moulded
Ontario Secondary School and why? me to become an active learner
Diploma. in every aspect of my life. By
My favourite subject in school opening up my mind and heart
What are you currently doing? was economics. Despite the to multiple points of views, I am
initial difficulty in understanding able to have a broader and more
I am currently studying at the workings of institutions, the enriching experience of the world.
University of Toronto, St. George subject expanded my view of the
Campus. world and served as a stepping If you could travel back in time,
stone to becoming an inquisitive what is the one thing that you
Tell us about your course/major learner. would change when you were a
and why you chose it. student?
Due to particular interests and
I am pursuing a Financial personal skills, my least favourite I would have participated in
Economics Specialist program subject in school was art. more clubs and school events,
at the University of Toronto. I However, I am grateful for the as they were all not only very
have always been intrigued and exposure to new concepts and enjoyable, but rewarding as well.
inquisitive about how different ideas. Participating in these activities
economies function. Both could have further aided my
economics and finance are What extracurricular activities personal development.
key to understanding the core did you do?
foundations of how our dynamic What advice would you give to
society works. I believe that I was a member in my school’s current students of your alma
this area of study will not only cheerleading team, and was the mater?
be intellectually rewarding, but captain of the team for a year.
it will also allow me to develop Do not be afraid to put yourself
the necessary skills to make a What was the best thing about out there! Whether it be within
contribution to society. your school? What important the classroom (e.g., asking
lessons did you learn in your questions) or in extracurricular
What is your most memorable school that have helped you in activities (e.g., joining a club).
experience in school? your life? Your most enriching moments
in life are shaped by you, and the
My most memorable experience My school’s focus on personal school serves as a wonderful
in school was participating in development in and outside of platform to provide you with
the school’s annual performance the classroom has allowed me to these opportunities. You will be
night in 2012. My friends and I cultivate a number of educational surprised at how much you can
sang a song, while our teacher and personal skills. The most grow as an individual within this
played the guitar. The event was important lesson that SIS has environment.
a stepping stone in teaching me taught me (and which has helped
to not be afraid of stepping out of me immensely in my life to this
my comfort zone and trying new
things.
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Boarder Profile
“Boarding has given me the opportunity to learn
different languages and cultures from people of
different countries.”
Puteri Nurliyana Syamimi bt Mohd Nizam Malaysia
16 years old
Form Four
Matrix Global Schools
Describe yourself in three words. Tell us your most memorable Would you encourage other
boarding school incident! students to be boarders as well?
Sporting, hyperactive, friendly. Why?
We celebrate the wardens’ and
When did you start boarding? boarders’ birthdays together at the Of course! Yes! The boarding
How long have you been a Lower Ground floor. Those who house is amazing. The wardens
boarder? had birthdays during that month are very sweet and loving,
will come out to the front and get students are friendly as well. The
2016. I have been a boarder for 3 some gifts and we will sing the facilities here are all great.
years and a month now. birthday song.
What do you hope to do when
What do you like most about What opportunities has boarding you finish school?
boarding? given you that you would not
have had otherwise? I hope to further my studies in
I like the time management here the medical field as a zoologist or
because it teaches me to be Boarding has given me the dentist. In the meantime I will look
punctual and disciplined. opportunity to learn different for a part-time job to earn some
languages and cultures from pocket money.
What do you like least about people of different countries. Here
boarding? in Matrix Boarding House we live
with different people as a family.
Well, I just don’t like that the
students are a bit noisy during
prep time but that’s a minor
problem to me.
What do you miss most about not
staying at home?
I miss my mom’s cooking, my
brothers and spending time with
my family.
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MATRIX GLOBAL SCHOOLS:
EDUCATION FOR A
CHANGING WORLD
Entering Matrix Global Schools’ mistake, this striking purpose-built Everyone Caring, Everyone
majestic reception area with school is proudly forging a new Learning
its imposing arches, elaborate path for education in Malaysia.
fan-vaulted ceiling and smiling With the emphasis on a culture
reception team, parents would Global Citizens of care, Matrix Global Schools is
be forgiven for thinking that they on a remarkable journey. Under
had somehow checked into the The school blends the best of the leadership of a multifaceted
nearby Kuala Lumpur International both worlds. The contrast of Transformation Team, care,
Airport and arrived at a famed British and Asian, West and confidence and innovation are
British university campus. East, stems from more than championed throughout the
just grand architecture. The school. The team unites the whole
Inside, the 20-acre campus is diversity of a dual curriculum, campus and has introduced
studded with iconic domed roofs, British International or Malaysian progressive changes designed to
high-tech classrooms, performing National, delivers a cross-cultural further strengthen the quality of
arts centre and modern boarding understanding, forms global teaching and learning and blaze a
house. Green spaces are crafted friendships and enriches the new path to success.
with the same care, and include education experience of all.
an eight-lane athletics track, Leading the Transformation
tennis courts, sprawling rugby and English is the medium of Team, Acting Campus Principal
football pitches, complete with a instruction, but multi-lingualism is
grandstand. emphasised with the teaching of Loh Ghee Juan, said: “The world
Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia. we want for tomorrow, starts
Matrix Global Schools (MGS) A dedicated language support with how we are educated today.
takes serious pride in the beauty team ensures students become Education is not just about a set
of its campus. But make no excellent communicators in all the of exam results. That’s just one
languages they use. thing we do. Our students are
driven to maximise their full
potential in everything they do.
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“We know children flourish The campus has a growing team and medical centre staffed
when they are treated with care co-curricular programme, which by qualified nurses.
and respect. So we nurture each includes more than 55 unique
individual, whether that student activities, so that students can All Welcome, Every Day
be shy or confident, artistic, unlock even more opportunities.
sporty, scholarly or a melting pot Pupils challenge themselves Matrix Global Schools is situated
of all.” on the climbing wall, futsal and south of Kuala Lumpur, in the
basketball courts. Everyone masterplanned town of Bandar Sri
The school strives for high benefits from the Olympic-sized Sendayan, Negeri Sembilan. MGS
academic standards but swimming pool, indoor tennis provides a global opportunity
emphasises the environment of courts, bowling alley and squash to be second to none, and
care and innovation which makes courts at the associated country discover the best you. Families
those standards achievable. club. with children aged 3 to 16 years
old are encouraged to visit the
Future-fit A Home Away from Home school for an immersive tour to
discover the opportunities open to
Matrix Global Schools prepares Nestled in the stunning green MGS students. It is sure to make
students for their futures with campus, the modern boarding parents wish they were back at
an all-inclusive education; a house is furnished to a level of school again.
combination of emotional comfort, style and safety beyond
intelligence, critical thinking, the norm. Students aged 13 to 17 Learn more at matrixschools.
creativity, digital literacy and social years share rooms and friendly edu.my or contact the friendly
awareness. It understands the social areas, in a ‘home away from admissions team at 1300 22 9888
importance of offering flexibility home’ vibe. Boarders benefit from or [email protected]
for each student to prosper. the support of a strong pastoral
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SEMESTER-BASED PROGRAMME AT
SUNWAY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Canadian (Ontario) education Structure Reduced subjects
focuses on students’ individual
learning and development as In a semester-based structure, The number of subjects has
well as building their character by students in high school will reduced and enables students to
acknowledging each individual’s split their conventionally 8 focus on only 4 subjects every
unique personal strengths. It is subjects per academic year semester. Homework time is now
designed to be flexible to cater into 2 semesters, i.e. a student spread over, plus instead of sitting
to each student’s needs and will enrol in 4 subjects in each for 8 exams, students will have to
strengths. semester. The classes last for write only four every semester.
80 minutes compared to regular
Ontario’s high schools are year-long class of 40 minutes. The Students will also have a
given flexibility to operate their timetable will be exactly the same consistent routine every day that
programme and timetable. from Mondays to Fridays for the inculcates students’ regular study
Schools may either choose to entire semester. The amount of habits and enables students to
operate a year-long structure, or subjects a student carried each learn at their own pace and have
semester-based structure. day is reduced, while the amount more opportunities to consult
of learning time has increased. their teachers for any queries.
Sunway International School (SIS)
in Sunway City is amongst 19 Longer Interactions All universities run on a semester
schools outside the Ontario region basis. SIS students are exposed
and the only school in Malaysia With double the class length, to this structure since Grade
offering credits toward the Ontario teachers would have more time 9. It serves as preparation for
Secondary School Diploma. SIS to clarify a topic, especially those universities and university’s
Sunway City is inspected annually complex ideas that require more expectations.
by the Ministry of Education, time for students to digest.
Ontario to ensure the school Teachers would also utilise the Each structure has its own
meets the standard instruction extended time with different advantages that cater for different
requirements. teaching strategies, such as group learning styles. Combined with
work, laboratory, discussions, the assessments and teaching
Replicating the semester-based presentations, and more. As methodology, this fundamental
system here in Malaysia, the every student is unique in their ability will make students with a
distinctive structure has gained individual ways, longer class time Canadian education so successful
positive reviews from its students also means teachers will have in post-secondary schools and in
and parents. more opportunities to understand their adult life.
their strengths and weaknesses,
and work with them individually to
improve their learning.
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Teacher Profile
“I always feel so proud of my students
when they improve their academics, or do
well in any sports competition.”
Matthew teBogt Canada
Sunway International School
Subjects / Years Taught and practising in different schools What is the best thing about
allowed me to try a variety of teaching at your school?
Grade 7 Core (Arts, Language, teaching methods and strategies.
Math and Social Studies) Even in my own classroom today, I The staff at SIS support each
am constantly learning and trying other and work as a team.
How long have you been new things. Teachers are very willing to
teaching? share resources and ideas,
What is the most memorable and work together to create
Two years. moment in your teaching career the best lessons possible. This
so far? collaboration has made me a
Why did you become a teacher? much stronger teacher.
Last year a colleague and I went
Prior to being a school teacher, on a school trip to Taiwan with Who or what inspires you?
I taught swimming lessons for 12 Middle School students. We
eight years. Teaching always had some great adventures there, Both of my older sisters are
seemed to be something that and it was a great chance to get teachers, and both have taught
came naturally to me, and to know students outside of a overseas. Have they influenced
something I always enjoyed. The classroom setting! my career choice? Maybe.
prospect of being able to take my
career overseas and experience a What do you like most about What is the one thing you wish
new culture also motivated me! teaching? all students would do?
Tell us about your own education The students motivate me to put As the school’s cross country
journey. my best work into teaching and coach, I wish all students would
coaching. I like helping students run! Recruitment can be tough in
After my undergraduate degree I to achieve their goals and reach Malaysia’s extreme heat.
completed my two-year Bachelor their potential. I always feel so
of Education at York University proud of my students when they
in Toronto, Ontario. This allowed improve in their academics, or do
me to specialize in Junior- well in any sports competition.
Intermediate education, focusing
on the Middle School grades.
Working with various teachers
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TAYLOR’S SCHOOLS:
HOW GREAT DESIGN
INSPIRES GREAT LEARNING
“We shape our buildings, thereafter they shape us.”
- Sir Winston Churchill
In recent years, economic and Huge leaps have been made with Taylor’s International School Puchong
technological changes have regard to our understanding of
caused those in the education how school buildings and learning to practise working individually
sector to reconsider how environments can help develop and in groups, building critical
teaching and learning should fantastic learners who are able communication and collaborative
take place. While in the past, to thrive, both personally and skills.
simply memorising facts and professionally, in today’s world.
figures was enough for students Another example is Nexus
to pass exams and achieve As well as having a continual Singapore’s new campus, set
their professional goals, times focus on the quality of teaching to open in 2020, Alongside the
have changed. Our increasingly in our schools, it is also important world-class sporting facilities,
globalised and competitive to create innovative learning students will be inspired by open-
workforce requires graduates spaces that inspire our school planned ‘mega labs’ for scientific
who are quick thinkers, creative, communities and help nurture experimentation, large, open-
flexible and adaptable. Students great learners. planned classrooms to foster
need to be adept at working collaboration and communication,
individually, collaboratively, at Inspiring Buildings and a giant treehouse (complete
solving problems and thinking with slides!) for outdoor play.
analytically. Memorising chunks Educators work with architects These exciting, stimulating spaces
of text or lists of formulae is no to design buildings that will inspire students’ imaginations and
longer enough. inspire teachers and learners of help to foster a lifelong passion
today. Take the award-winning for learning and discovery.
In turn, this has underpinned the campus at Taylor’s International
call to re-imagine school learning School Puchong as an example: Inspiring Learning Spaces
environments. School leaders in order to help nurture students’
now understand the limitations of curiosity and encourage them Within classrooms themselves,
the traditional square classroom: to follow their interests, the much has also changed.
lined with rows of identical desks campus is designed to offer Researchers have examined
with a whiteboard at the front. outstanding indoor-outdoor space the impact of light, colour and
These constrained, static spaces - particularly in their Early Years noise on learning and suggested
favour and nurture traditional section. Flooded with natural changes to the way we design
pedagogical approaches - light, the campus also includes classrooms. As a result, teachers
teacher-led instruction, rote flexible learning spaces, which are beginning to employ this
learning and memorisation teachers can easily adjust to help research to help them reshape
- all of which are no longer facilitate a wide variety of learning
sufficient for our students. experiences. These spaces
give students the opportunity
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Nexus International School Singapore
Nexus International School Singapore
Garden International School
learning environments: filling them in different contexts and think full of real, current examples of
with natural materials, greenery creatively - right from an early age. student work which celebrate
and flexible seating arrangements. the ‘learning journey’ of every
These learning environments aim These innovations don’t just child. For example, pay a visit to
to nurture children’s creativity and benefit younger children. Schools Australian International School
skill development, stimulate their are beginning to see the benefit of Malaysia (AISM) and you’ll notice
curiosity and support their social investing in inspiring spaces for the vast amount of student work
and emotional wellbeing. older students, too. For example, on every display board. Finished
Garden International School’s new work, drafts in progress, academic
Carefully designed ‘open plan’ Sixth Form Centre was recently goals, students’ next steps: all
classrooms also allow teachers transformed into a dynamic of it covering the walls! Why? As
and students to collaborate and professional space containing the only certified Visible Learning
communicate. For example, collaborative working areas, school in the world, AISM follows
both Nexus Malaysia and quiet study spaces and flexible Professor John Hattie’s evidence-
Nexus Singapore have open- spaces for students to relax based approach to teaching and
plan classrooms as one of their and recharge. The Centre more learning and understands the
hallmark features, a reflection of accurately mimics a modern, importance of modelling what
their commitment to collaborative flexible workplace, helping prepare great learning looks like.
learning and innovative pedagogy. graduates for life beyond school.
In the Early Years, it is becoming Modern educators must be
more common for schools to Modelling Great Learning committed to creating learning
remove walls and create large, airy spaces that are exciting and
spaces that encourage children to The creative design of school stimulating. Whether that is
collaborate with their peers. You buildings and learning spaces through hiring award-winning
can see great examples of this at is one thing - but ensuring that architects to design outstanding
both Garden International School learning environments enhance building campuses, or through
and at Taylor’s International and support learning is also of the creation of innovative,
School (Kuala Lumpur). The crucial importance. flexible learning environments
spaces ensure children have based upon the latest academic
frequent opportunities to problem- Next time you visit a school, research, great design inspires
solve, apply their knowledge pay attention to what is being great learning.
displayed. Schools should be
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TENBY SCHOOLS MALAYSIA:
AMAZING LEARNING AT
YOUR SCHOOL OF CHOICE
Tenby Schools has come a very focused, growing and financially parents in Malaysia. The shift in
long way since its establishment secure group of 39 schools paradigm from a conventional
in 1960 in Ipoh as a mere around the world with more than educational approach to an all-
kindergarten serving the children 34,000 students on its roll. Tenby round education, with excellent
of British expatriates. There are Schools became its first group academic achievement has
now seven campuses within of schools in the South East Asia helped the community to choose
Malaysia. The campuses provide region. This new development will Tenby Schools as the place
progressive education following push a new boundary for Tenby to unlock the potential in their
both the International curriculum Schools in terms of educational children and nurture them to
as well as the Malaysian National cooperation across the region, become global citizens and
curriculum in Ipoh (Perak), cultures and languages. Backed future leaders. In Tenby Schools,
Penang, Setia Eco Park (Shah with further resources, expertise success is not only judged by
Alam), Miri (Sarawak), Setia Eco and investment from ISP, the examination grades but also by
Gardens (Johor Bahru), Setia schools will continue to grow how students achieve their full
EcoHill (Semenyih) and Tropicana to help children and students potential in other areas of school
Aman (near Kota Kemuning). learn to levels that amaze them life such as sports and arts, as
Student numbers have reached and subsequently become the well as by developing the values
almost 5,400 and are set to grow school of choice within their local of compassion, responsibility
further. community. and integrity to be effective
communicators, creative thinkers
In January 2018, Tenby Schools For almost 60 years, Tenby and independent learners. All
officially joined the International Schools has made the holistic these are manifested clearly in the
Schools Partnership (ISP), a education approach a reality to Learner Profiles of the schools.
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While parents play an important the best international education Western Association of Schools
role in ensuring their children for aspiring parents within Kota and Colleges (WASC). Jane was
receive the best possible Kemuning and its surrounding also instrumental in steering
education, Tenby Schools areas. Similar to other Tenby the Tenby Schools Ipoh campus
recognises the critical role of Schools’ campuses, the teaching towards its accreditation journey
teachers by placing greater and learning in this school is with CIS during her three-year stint
emphasis on the professional complemented by excellent as the Principal prior to her latest
development and support for facilities including laboratories, appointment.
each educator. Certified courses classrooms, sports complex and
such as the Post Graduate an astroturf football field among Jane’s excellent qualifications
Diploma in Education (PGDE) and others. coupled with her vast knowledge
the Post Graduate Certificate in and extensive experience
Education (PGCEi) are offered to The Head of School, Ms. Jane in international education,
teachers as part of the continuous Kuok is no stranger to the demonstrate that she is fully
development programme international school community aware of the challenges of
to ensure that progressive especially in Malaysia. Being learners in the 21st century. Tenby
and innovative teaching with Tenby since 2008, there is Schools believes that Ms. Jane
methodologies are being delivered no question over Jane’s loyalty Kuok is leading the new campus
to students. and capabilities. Under her with a passion for educating
leadership, the Tenby Schools children over the last 25 years
Tenby International flagship campus, Tenby Schools and will ensure that every student
School Tropicana Aman Setia Eco Park in Shah Alam in Tenby International School
(Kota Kemuning) flourished to become one of the Tropicana Aman will have an
most respected international amazing learning experience
Another recent milestone is the schools in Klang Valley, being in a school of choice for the
opening of the seventh Tenby the first school in Malaysia community.
Schools campus in September with both the International and
2018, Tenby International School Malaysian National curriculum For more information, and to
Tropicana Aman. Located within to achieve worldwide standards secure your child’s place with the
the Tropicana Aman township, recognition from the Council of Tenby Schools family please
the 10-acre, purpose-built International Schools (CIS) and visit www.tenby.edu.my
campus caters for the needs of
Ms. Jane Kuok
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WESLEY METHODIST SCHOOL
* PRIVATE * INTERNATIONAL
Wesley Methodist school seeking to nurture each instruction. The learning process
School Kuala Lumpur child’s potential and prepare them in WMS Klang is student-centered,
(International) with the right 21st century skills. fun and hands-on. The school
The school offers the Cambridge envisions each child walking
The school achieved outstanding syllabus as well as Mandarin out into the real world with
results in the IGCSE 2018 and has and Bahasa Malaysia at SPM self-confidence and trained in
more than 12 students sweeping level. A variety of co-curricular character values. Each student is
the top in the Malaysia/World activities ensure the wholesome provided with ample opportunities
in Cambridge IGCSE Learners’ development of every child. WMS and the influence, guidance
Awards annually. Holistic Ipoh academic results were all and mentorship by a team of
education is also a priority as above the world average in 2018 dedicated and experienced
the school is known for a host especially in Mathematics and teachers for a holistic education.
of extracurricular and character Science.
building programmes, including Wesley Methodist School
the yearly highly acclaimed Wesley Methodist School Seremban (Private)
musical concert and the most @ Bandar Seri Coalfields
active Interact and Leo Clubs in The school adopts a holistic
the country. This school is the first full-fledged approach in educating the
Methodist Private School that child. WMS Seremban provides
Wesley Methodist School offers kindergarten, primary and opportunities for all students
Penang (International) secondary school levels in its one to participate in international
campus. It has 30 classrooms competitions in Mathematics,
The school offers the British and top-notch school facilities English, Writing, Computer
Cambridge curriculum, from Year such as a spacious multi-purpose Science and Science. Students are
1 to Year 11 leading to IGCSE. hall and library, computer rooms encouraged to actively participate
The school is launching its Year and science labs. As a Private in sports, drama and dance,
10 class in 2019. WMS Penang Mission School, it integrates the play in bands, public speaking
offers kindergarten, primary and national curriculum with 21st competitions and forensic
secondary school levels in one century learning skills, and English competitions, among others. The
campus with shared facilities. is the medium of instruction in school’s fifth formers achieved
Students can choose from over 20 addition to Mandarin. 100% passes for SPM 2018,
types of clubs and societies such 82% of its students scoring A in
as speech and drama, robotics Wesley Methodist School Additional Mathematics.
and learning musical instruments. Klang (Private)
For more information,
Wesley Methodist School Established in 1980, the school visit www.wms.edu.my/school
Ipoh (International) emphasises the acquisition and or call 03 - 7956 5310.
use of English as a medium of
WMS Ipoh is a private mission
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Teacher Profile
“Having the grit in life is more important
than intelligence.”
Dr. Wong Siew Chin Malaysia
Principal, Sri Bestari International School
How long have you been first instead of just teaching the from diverse industries.
teaching? content of the subject. They cannot merely learn
from books/Internet. M.B.A
15 years. What is the most memorable is a platform to cultivate the
moment in your teaching career entrepreneurial mindset among
Why did you become a teacher? so far? Bestarians by exposing them to
various industries through case
I am an accidental educator. Being The most memorable moment studies, analyses of business
a Chemistry graduate, I first chose was when one of my students strategies, surveys and interviews
to be a teacher as I found it quite who graduated as a medical on the ground. As a school, we
boring to be in the lab carrying doctor surprised me with his visit need to provide a platform for
out experiments all the time! at my office. It was a profound them to learn from people in these
Eventually, I found my passion in moment when he shared industries to eventually help them
teaching, something that I have with me all the little things that I find their own passion, which is
never ever regretted doing. had done, which I never realised indeed our ultimate objective.
back then, but have impacted
Tell us about your own education his life as a student. I was deeply Who or what inspires you?
journey. moved.
Dr. Elizabeth Lee (Sunway
I have never been trained as What do you like most about Education Group’s Senior
a teacher. I was trained as a teaching? Executive Director). I am a BBGS
Chemist. I pursued my Degree and alumna, who believes in the
Masters in Chemistry. I started To teach is about staying young at BBGS school motto Nisi Dominus
teaching in pre-university and it heart, having the conviction deep Frustra (Without God, All in Vain).
was then I realised that my steep within, by touching the hearts of
learning curve had just begun. others. What is the one thing you wish
I experienced a breakthrough, all students would do?
especially in terms of the mindset What is the best thing about
to learn as a student and to learn teaching at your school? Life is precious. Having the grit
as a teacher. This has made in life is more important than
me realise that when we stop In my school, we introduced the intelligence. We should never ever
teaching, we stop learning. As M.B.A (Mind. Blowing. Adventures) think of giving up before starting
a teacher, we ought to guide course to my lower secondary our lives.
the students to have the right students. Our children/students
mindset, hence, to learn need to be connected and to learn
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FRENCH SCHOOL
ADMISSIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
SESSION 2019-2020
Openness & Diversity Academic Excellence Inspirational Environment
730 students French Baccalaureat Facilities that includes: an
47 nationalities 100% success rate olympic swimming pool, a
Part of the AEFE Early English Program football and basketball
network, gathering designed to integrate court, a gymnasium, a rock
500 French schools international students climbing wall, sciences labs,
in 137 countries International language a library, an auditorium
45% of our alumni certi cations (IELTS, HSK and a spacious airy canteen
are studying Cambridge, DELE, DELF) Advanced digital
outside of France Quali ed teachers equipement for innovative
Opportunity to attached to the French and interactive learning
learn up to 5 Ministry of Education Extensive range of extra
languages and English professional curricular activities (sports,
native teachers arts, music, theatre, dance)
French linguistic support
French School of Kuala Lumpur (LFKL) www.lfkl.edu.my
34, Jalan Dutamas Raya
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +603 6250 4415 Mobile: +60 16 211 1445
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Student Profile
“Volleyball and MUN has
allowed me to meet many great
people in other schools.”
Lim Shuwern Malaysia
18 years old,
Year 13
Tenby International School Setia Eco Park
Describe yourself in three words. Volleyball and MUN has allowed What do you hope to do when
me to meet many great people in you finish school?
Easygoing, reliable and outgoing. other schools.
I hope to go to the UK to pursue a
What is your favourite subject What opportunities has your higher education in Law.
and why? school given you that you would
not have had otherwise? What do you think is the biggest
My favourite subject is Geography problem with the world today?
because I like learning about Tenby has given me a full What can you do about it?
sociological things and my scholarship, which is something I
teachers in school really make might not have gotten anywhere I think the biggest problem about
things interesting. else. I’m also fortunate enough to the world today is the fact that
be selected as Head Girl. some countries have such an
What kinds of extracurricular intense focus on militaristic
activities do you do and why? Describe your school in three means to achieve good.
words.
I play volleyball, and do Model
United Nations (MUN) as well. Bustling, nature-orientated and
bright.
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Alumna Profile
“Having a wide range of interests
and skills will take you far in life…”
Shireen Basheer Malaysia
29 years old
Garden International School
1994 - 2005
Qualifications memories of organising mufti day at GIS and despite the time apart
with my friends. and the distance between us, we
Master’s in Structural Engineering still maintain close relationships
Master’s in Space Studies What were your favourite and with each other. Studying in a
least favourite subjects in school, multi-cultural environment helped
Current Job Title/Designation and why? me broaden my views of the
and name of company world, and to work with people
My favourite subjects were from all backgrounds. It also
Aerospace Structural Engineer Physics, Chemistry, and taught me about the importance
at OHB. Mathematics, as I was interested of diversity.
in Science and Maths from a
Tell us briefly about your current young age, and hence I thoroughly If you could travel back in time,
job and company enjoyed those subjects. My least what is the one thing that you
favourite subject was probably would change when you were a
I am currently working as a Business Studies, as it was a field student?
Spacecraft Structural Engineer that I was not very interested in.
at OHB in Bremen, Germany. The Teenagers in general are always
company is one of the leading What extracurricular activities trying to fit in, and sometimes it’s
independent forces in European did you do? better to stand out. I think I would
space, and is involved in the listen to myself more, and spend
sectors of Human Spaceflight, For my extracurricular activities less time caring so much about
Earth Observation, Exploration/ in secondary school I played what other people think!
Science, Communication, basketball and football, competed
Navigation, amongst several in the school’s athletics team, What advice would you give to
others. My tasks involve and sang in the choir. In primary current students of your alma
conducting structural analyses school, I also took basket-making, mater?
on spacecrafts, supporting new origami, and juggling.
technology development, and The advice I would give GIS
supporting satellite projects What was the best thing about students is be humble. Attending
from the proposal phase until the your school? What important an international school is a
launch campaign. lessons did you learn in your privilege not afforded to everyone,
school that have helped you in and we should never forget
What is your most memorable your life? that. I would also tell them to
experience in school? make use of the vast number of
I remember being genuinely extracurricular activities offered at
It is hard to pinpoint just one excited to go to school every day, the school. Having a wide range
memorable experience throughout as the quality of the education of interests and skills will take you
my 11 years at GIS, as I was excellent, with the teachers far in life, as it’s important to have
thoroughly enjoyed my time there! bringing out the best in you and a life outside of your career!
However, I do remember enjoying making you excited to learn. I also
the sports days. I also have great met some of my closest friends
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Student Profile
“When analysing work, I believe
there should be more than one
perspective and I love to hear
what others have to say.”
Meagan Motha India
15 years old
Year 9
St. Joseph’s Institution International Malaysia (SJIIM)
Describe yourself in three words. Lasallian Youth Movement – This If you could change one thing
extracurricular group is about about being a student at your
Conscientious, compassionate, giving back and has a lot to do school, what would it be?
intelligent. with working as a team. I feel it is
necessary to be selfless and once There isn’t much I would like to
What is your favourite subject in a while, to do selfless good change about being a student
and why? deeds. at my school except the food.
The canteen could provide better
English – Language: I enjoy What opportunities has your variety; there are some days when
writing, especially as a character school given you that you would it is good but it can be worked
from a book, or a play. Literature: not have had otherwise? upon.
When analysing work, I believe
there should be more than one My school was the reason I joined Describe your school in three
perspective and I love to hear The World Scholar’s Cup. To me it words.
what others have to say. was unheard of. My classmates
Art/P.E – These subjects bring out returned with medals, newfound Community, Creative learning,
my creativity by familiarising me friendships and unforgettable Service-based.
with works of art and sports from experiences and I knew I had
around the globe. to give it a chance. It is a great What do you hope to do when
Math – It is really motivating when adventure, rich experience and the you finish school?
you understand and are able to best opportunity given to me by
carry out complex equations and my school. Our school is based I’m interested in either Psychology,
problems. on the values of faith, service Neuroscience or Acting. Maybe
and community and therefore it even Astronomy!
What kinds of extracurricular is mandatory for each class to
activities do you do and why? organise and carry out a service What do you think is the biggest
project each term. I wouldn’t have problem with the world today?
The World Scholar’s Cup – An gotten opportunities like this in my What can you do about it?
academic competition that builds previous schools.
confidence, teamwork and cultural Injustice. Injustice to those
understanding. without power, to those who aren’t
earning enough, to those who are
Netball and Basketball – Are discriminated and to the planet. I
about teamwork-trusting your can certainly start by respecting
teammates and them trusting all persons, avoiding judgment
you. These are sports that require and giving back to our planet by
understanding. reusing, recycling and limiting the
use of plastic.
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CHARACTER.
Students at OIS are challenged to appreciate the unique qualities of a diverse world
and celebrate shared values. Words like empathy and understanding are more than
just lofty ideals; at OIS, they are woven into our curriculum, embedded into our
programs, and lived out by an international community of students and educators
from all over the world who call OIS home.
School Showcase
SCHOOL SHOWCASE
This section contains a comprehensive directory
of the international schools in Malaysia, with
detailed profiles of individual schools as well as
comparative reference tables.
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School Showcase
ABEDEEN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
• Year Established: 2017 • Location: Cyberjaya, Selangor
• Student Population/Average Class Size: 105/16
• Levels of Education Offered: Primary and Secondary (Year 1 to Year 11)
• Curricula/Programmes Offered: Malaysian Curriculum, Islamic Curriculum, IGCSE,
Preparation for A Levels and IB Diploma
• School Year Schedule: January to November
• School Fees: Annual tuition fee - RM14,080 to RM15,180; Application fee - RM200; Registration fee - RM1,000;
Enrolment fee - RM3,470 to RM3,820
• Contact Information: (+6016) 261 2846
• Website: www.abedeen.edu.my
ACMAR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
• Year Established: 1997, 2018 (International) • Location: Klang, Selangor
• Student Population/Average Class Size: 600/25
• Levels of Education Offered: Preschool, Primary, Secondary
• Curricula/Programmes Offered: Malaysian Curriculum, Cambridge
• School Year Schedule: September to July
• School Fees: Annual tuition fee - RM10,000 to RM33,000; Admin fee - RM2,200 (Preschool); RM4,000 (Years 1 to 11);
Refundable deposit - Equivalent to one term's fee
• Contact Information: (+603) 3344 3777, (+6016) 968 8402, [email protected]
• Website: www.acmarschools.com.my
AIU INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
• Year Established: 2015 • Location: Alor Setar, Kedah
• Student Population/Average Class Size: 60/15 on average
• Levels of Education Offered: Year 1 to Year 6
• Curricula/Programmes Offered: CIPP, Exciting Co-Curriculum programme and
Islamic Programme (for Muslim Students)
• School Year Schedule: September to July
• School Fees: Annual tuition fee - RM12,000 to RM18,000; Application fee - RM500, Registration fee - RM1,000;
Refundable deposit - Equivalent to one term's fee
• Contact Information: (+604) 733 6200, [email protected]
• Website: http://aiuis.edu.my/
ALNOOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
• Year Established: 2007 (Kuala Lumpur), 2015 (Kuantan) • Location: Bukit Petaling, Kuala Lumpur; Kuantan, Pahang
• Student Population/Average Class Size: 400/20 (Kuala Lumpur); 60/10 (Kuantan)
• Levels of Education Offered: Preschool, Primary, Secondary, IGCSE, A Level (Ages 3 to 18)
• Curricula/Programmes Offered: Cambridge, IGCSE, A Levels
• School Year Schedule: September to July
• School Fees: Annual tuition fee - RM9,000 (Preschool) to RM29,500 (Year 11); RM12,000 to RM14,000 (A Level);
Application fee - RM250; Registration fee - RM2,500; Deposit - RM3,500
• Contact Information: (+603) 2142 4473 / (+603) 9226 0873, [email protected]
• Website: www.ais-kl.edu.my (AIS Kuala Lumpur), ais-kuan.edu.my (AIS Kuantan)
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School Showcase
ALICE SMITH SCHOOL
Introduction: Established in 1946, Alice Smith School is one of the
oldest and most prestigious British international schools in Asia
offering the National Curriculum for England. We have a reputation for
excellence and provide an outstanding education. As a not-for-profit
educational foundation, all resources are focused on our students’
success, wellbeing and happiness.
Our broad and balanced curriculum is designed to stimulate every student’s capacity
to learn whilst providing the opportunity to develop higher-level thinking skills including
creativity, problem solving and highly effective communication. We value and educate
the whole child.
Our academic results are consistently excellent placing us among the best British
international schools in the world with students gaining places in the world’s top
universities.
• Year Established: 1946
• Location: Jalan Bellamy, Kuala Lumpur (Primary Campus);
Seri Kembangan, Selangor (Secondary Campus)
• Student Population/Average Class Size: 1,550/20-22
• Levels of Education Offered: Cater to students from ages 3 to 18. Primary Campus
from Preschool to Year 6. Secondary Campus from Year 7 to Sixth Form (A Levels)
• C urricula/Programmes Offered: UK Curriculum, (I)GCSE, A Levels
• School Year Schedule: September to July
• School Fees: Annual tuition fee - RM46,290 to RM99,900; Application fee - RM1,200;
Enrolment fee - RM5,000
• Contact Information: Primary Campus - (+603) 2148 3674/
Secondary Campus - (+603) 9543 3688
• Website: www.alice-smith.edu.my
ASIA METROPOLITAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
• Year Established: 2013 • Location: Ipoh, Perak
• Student Population/ Average Class Size: 105/12
• Levels of Education Offered: Year 1 to A Levels
• Curricula/Programmes Offered: Cambridge, IGCSE, UK Curriculum
• School Year Schedule: September to July
• School Fees: Annual tuition fee - RM8,400 to RM20,400; Application fee - RM2,500; Admission fee - RM2,500;
Refundable deposit - RM4,500
• Contact Information: (+605) 543 0244, [email protected]
• Website: www.ametis.edu.my
AUSTIN HEIGHTS PRIVATE & INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS
• Year Established: 2011 • Location: Johor Bahru, Johor
• Student Population/Average Class Size: 1,000/25
• Levels of Education Offered: Early Years, Reception, Year 1 to Year 11 (Ages 3 to 17)
• Curricula/Programmes Offered: UK Curriculum & IPC (Early Years/Primary), Cambridge Primary,
Cambridge Secondary, IGCSE, Malaysian Curriculum
• School Year Schedule: September to July
• School Fees: Annual tuition fee - RM8,400 to RM18,000; Application fee - RM100 to RM200;
Admission fee - RM1,000 to RM2,000; Refundable deposit - Equivalent to one term’s tuition fee
• Contact Information: (+607) 351 5000, [email protected]
• Website: www.austinheights.edu.my
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School Showcase
ASIA PACIFIC SCHOOLS
Introduction: Asia Pacific Schools (APS) is an integral development
within the APIIT Education Group (APIIT). APIIT Education Group
embarked into schools with a focus on developing young minds which
started with the establishment of the APIIT Smart School in 2006 and in
August 2012, was renamed to Asia Pacific Smart School (APSS).
In September 2012, the Group's involvement in the Schools sector
was reaffirmed with the launching of Asia Pacific International School
(APIS).
At Asia Pacific Schools, we firmly believe that success truly begins with the best
education. This certainly starts with the curriculum itself - in APSS, we offer the National
Curriculum, whereas in APIS, we offer the internationally recognised Cambridge IGCSE
Curriculum. Whilst preparing students to sit for the major public examinations (UPSR,
SPM and IGCSE), Asia Pacific Schools go beyond the Curriculum and Academic
Excellence to provide a holistic nurturing environment for the students. Our programmes
are augmented with a broad range of co-curricular and extracurricular activities. With
a strong emphasis on technology as an enabler to support learning, APSS and APIS
will adopt and continuously enhance educational practices to nurture our students and
bring out their analytical and innovative thinking capabilities.
In achieving the above, Asia Pacific Schools will provide a stimulating environment that
allows our students to enjoy the learning experience and excel in their studies.
• Year Established: 2006 (APSS), 2012 (APIS), 2014 (APIS Preschool)
• Location: Subang, Selangor • Average class size: 28
• Levels of Education Offered: Ages 7 to 17 (APSS), Ages 5 to 16 (APIS),
Ages 3 to 5 (APIS Preschool)
• Curricula/Programmes Offered: IGCSE (for APIS), Cambridge, UK Curriculum,
Malaysian Curriculum (APSS)
• Student Support Services: Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), Pastoral Care &
Counseling
• ESL Programmes: The School is able to provide extra assistance for children whose
first language is not English. The purpose of the program is to bring children's English
language skills to A Levels where they can do well in the mainstream classroom.
Students will be advised to attend the classes if required. Students usually attend
classes in small pullout groups.
• Uniforms: Required (Except preschool)
• Transport: The school provides a list of independent private transporters which
parents can engage at an additional cost.
• School Facilities: Air-conditioned classrooms, library, swimming pool, sports field,
canteen/cafeteria, playground, basketball court, badminton court, IT resource centre,
science laboratory, art room, music room, speech & drama room, multipurpose hall
• Extracurricular Activities (ECA): Taekwondo, ukelele, violin, Minecraft, aikido,
animation, creative clay art, dodgeball, fencing, gymnastics, karate, LEGO robotics,
Science Bridge, public speaking, soccer, swimming, vocal. *ECAs subject to change
• School Year Schedule: September to July (APIS), January to November (APSS)
• School Fees: Annual tuition fee - RM20,055 to RM39,420 (APIS); RM16,160 to
RM21,670 (APSS); Application fee - RM500 (APSS & APIS); Registration fee - RM3,500
(APIS), RMS00 (APSS); Refundable deposit - RM2,000 to RM3,000 (APSS), Deposit as
per fee guide (APIS)
• Contact Information: (+603) 7847 1000, [email protected]
• Website: www.apschools.edu.my
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School Showcase
AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL MALAYSIA
Introduction: AISM is a vibrant and growing international school
for children from age three (Preschool) to age 18 (Pre-University).
Established since 2000, AISM is the most experienced international
school in Malaysia offering Australian education delivered by highly
qualified international teachers; predominantly Australian trained and
experienced, and following the Australian school year.
The school, located in a secure gated community, overlooks the picturesque South Lake
of Mines Resort City, a short drive from major expatriate areas in Kuala Lumpur such as
Mont'Kiara, Bangsar, Ampang, Taman Desa and many more. AISM houses all three of
its schools; Junior, Middle and Senior on one campus and has more than 650 students
represented by over 40 different nationalities. The school offers a holistic learning
experience, leading to the Higher School Certificate (HSC) which is an international
qualification accepted by top universities around the world.
All our students are taught using the Visible Learning™ Approach, that is proven the world
over. AISM is the first in the World to be accredited as a Visible Learning School.
• Year Established: 2000 • Location: Seri Kembangan, Selangor
• Student Population/Average Class Size: Over 650/18 - 25
• Levels of Education Offered: Preschool to Pre-university (Ages 3 to 18)
• C urricula/Programmes Offered: Australian Curriculum
• School Year Schedule: January to December
• School Fees: Annual tuition & technology fee - RM40,672 to RM81,924;
Application fee - RM1,300; Admission fee - RM20,000;
Refundable deposit - Equivalent to one term’s tuition fee
• Contact Information: (+603) 8949 5000, [email protected]
• Website: www.aism.edu.my
BASEERAH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
• Year Established: 2010 • Location: Batu Caves, Selangor
• Student Population/Average Class Size: 350/18
• Levels of Education Offered: Preschool to Pre-university (Ages 3 to 18)
• Curricula/Programmes Offered: Cambridge, IGCSE, A Levels, Malay, Arabic and Islamic Civilisation
• School Year Schedule: September to June
• S chool Fees: Annual tuition fee - RM9,500 to RM18,000; Registration fee - RM1,500; Refundable deposit - RM2,000
• Contact Information: (+603) 6185 9560, [email protected]
• Website: www.baseerah.edu.my
BORNEO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
• Year Established: 2017 • Location: Kuching, Sarawak
• Levels of Education Offered: Year 1 to Year 13
• Curricula/Programmes Offered: Cambridge, IGCSE, A Levels
• School Year Schedule: January to December
• School Fees: Annual tuition fee - RM8,000 to RM17,700; Admission fee - RM4,000;
Assessment fee - RM100; Security fees - RM1,500
• Contact Information: (+6082) 501 885 / (+6082) 503 330, [email protected]
• Website: www.borneo.edu.my
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