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www.ipohecho.com.my FREE COPY IPOH echoechoYour Voice In The Community July 16-31, 2014 PP 14252/10/2012(031136) 30 SEN FOR DELIVERY TO YOUR DOORSTEP – ISSUE ASK YOUR NEWSVENDOR 193 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 9 Indiscretion How well do you know Ramadan Bazaars Round-up In Kiwiland your neighbour? Upcoming Events Raya Raya di Ipoh Flea Market First Time in Perak – The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale By Yvette Yeow Making the Right Choice in Tenby International School ith the ever changing environment of modern society, education Education plays a vital role in ensuring a better living, improving one’s status Wand expanding opportunities. Evidently, every parent wants what is best for their children, which is why providing them with a top-notch education is crucial. When the word education comes to mind, so does the debate over private or public schools. Most parents face the dilemma of whether the right decision was made when enrolling their child. Nowadays, international schools are a much sought after option due to a shift in public preference. International schools are no longer considered a luxury but instead a necessity when it comes to choosing the right education for children. Continued on page 2 Asian Metropolitan International School Tenby International School 2 July 16-31, 2014 IPOH ECHO Your Voice In The Community International Schools focus on developing well-rounded young adults nternational schools in Ipoh offer a likeable platform for students to develop as they a comfortable place to study and focus on numerous aspects of development such as sports, academic and artistic a safe environment to grow up in, Idevelopment. under the watchful eyes of their Though the education syllabus of international schools may be similar as most of parents. Families with younger them offer the British Cambridge IGCSE, yet it differs in terms of educating methodology, children may opt for the family in-house facilities and, of course, a conducive school environment, something which is apartments and stay within the grossly absent in national schools (sekolah kebangsaan). school too. Westlake International Tenby International Schools School aims to provide quality Tenby International Schools was founded in 1960 with its first principal, Dorothy Nelson- education and a comfortable Doig at the helm. In 2001, the school was taken over by Dato’ Lim Kheng Kay who saw environment for students to learn education as a means to unite people such that the school’s vision was, “A United World and grow. With the peaceful and Westlake’s auditorium at Peace – Through Education”. Through his efforts, Lim saved Tenby when it was on the serene town of Kampar as its backdrop, students will better develop and learn, away from verge of collapsing. The recently-opened Tenby International Schools at Meru Raya, Ipoh the hustle and bustle of city life. has over 1200 students while the four other branches in Shah Alam, Johor Bahru, Miri and Penang are being Asia Metropolitan International School well filled with a total The Asia Metropolitan International School (AMETIS) was established in 2013 with of 4300 students in all. its philosophy of “Educating Forward”. The school provides a holistic environment for Tenby offers learning and emphasises the mastering of the English language, as well as other foreign a unique model of languages such as Mandarin and French. AMETIS believes that this will help build education with two students’ confidence and prepare them to succeed in the global world. types of schools, Tenby AMETIS offers a International School quality education based on and Sekolah Tenby. the Cambridge International Tenby International programmes of study and School follows the the National Curriculum for British Cambridge England. All members of IGCSE syllabus, the teaching staff are fully whereas Sekolah Tenby qualified and experienced and are confident in delivering and Tenby’s tennis court offers the Malaysian National Curriculum, supporting the international with emphasis on English across all aspect of its syllabus. school curriculum. Tenby encourages shared teaching methods between both schools. They believe that The school aims to nurture integration, through education and curricular activities, could encourage unity among learners who are confident, re- students, regardless of their ethnicity. The school also works towards providing a balanced sponsible, reflective, innova- education by motivating students to not only do well in academic studies but in sports and tive and engaged. AMETIS performing arts, as well. Students are inspired to develop their talents because each and encourages smart learning in Asia Metropolitan International School every one of them is different. school where students are re- The schools offers state-of-the-art facilities which include a 25-metre swimming quired to carry a SNote 10.1 with them during classes and school activities. pool, a football field, a multi-purpose sports hall, an auditorium, music and drama rooms, As a means to prepare learners for the future, AMETIS strives to promote digital cutting-edge science and computer laboratories, a well-equipped university-style library learning, through curriculum activities that are designed to include and encourage all and lively classrooms with internet connection and interactive whiteboards. aspects of technology. By incorporating technology into daily learning experiences, Tenby also award scholarships to outstanding students who excel in academic, learners are encouraged not to be dependent on textbooks or engage in ‘mindless’ tasks performing arts or sports, such as the Siwu and the Yayasan Dayadiri scholarships. Tenby that do not develop creativity or critical exploration. gives personal attention to its students so they will be encouraged to perform well. The school is also equipped with facilities such as fully air-conditioned classrooms and activity rooms, science laboratories, a design and technology workshop and art room, Fairview International School a resource centre, performing arts auditoriums and basketball courts. It also provides a Fairview International School has a rich history of 35 operating years in Malaysia. Having daily after-school pastoral-care service whereby teachers monitor and mentor students branches in three states with an enrolment of over 3000 students, Fairview is one of to enhance their learning capacity after a typical school day. AMETIS believes that by Malaysia’s leading international schools for the last ten years with excellent Cambridge delivering a relevant and current curriculum, incorporating technology in and out of the O-level results and an outstanding International Baccalaureate (IB) world school. With classroom, and encouraging positive values, it will create firm foundations for success in a vision of improving what they had to offer, Fairview introduced the IB in 2007. The all aspects of the children’s lives. IB programme was first established in Geneva, Switzerland, with the aim of developing inquiring, knowledgeable, caring young people and to encourage students across the Conclusion world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners. International schools in Ipoh all serve the very same purpose; to ensure students are Fairview offers both IB and Cambridge IGCSE education to students including equipped with the best in terms of education and facilities. The passion to bring quality O levels, IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and education to each single child is, undoubtedly, every school’s aim. Regardless of the IB Diploma Programmes (IBDP). The school has a unique curriculum for students from choices made, parents can rest assured that their children are left in good hands. ages 3 to 19, and is the only authorised group of IB World School in Malaysia to offer a continuum of the 3 IB programmes. Tenby International Schools Fairview International Schools The school also provides quality teaching through certified IB Workshop Teachers Trainers and members of IB School Authorisation team for both PYP and MYP. 16 Persiaran Meru Utama Enrolment Office Furthermore, it also organises expeditions for MYP students to better increase their Bandar Meru Raya 32B, Jalan Lapangan Suria exposure and to help them incorporate what they have learnt. 30020 Ipoh Medan Lapangan Suria Fairview’s Ipoh campus will officially begin its operation in August. The campus, Tel: +605 525 2628 31350 Ipoh located near Taman Botani, will be modelled after the other 4 IB schools and is set to Fax: +605 525 2881 Tel: +605 313 6888/6887 provide quality education and to nurture independent active learners. The campus includes GPS: N 4° 40.855’ E 101° 4.466’ facilities for a 21st century school such as air-conditioned classrooms, sports field, multi- Asian Metropolitan International School purpose hall, library, IT resource centre and more. Other services also encompass English Westlake International School Lebuh Perusahaan Keledang 9 language support, counselling services and tutorial classes for students. Lot 18662, Jalan Universiti Kawasan Perindustrian IGB Taman Bandar Barat 30010 Menglembu Westlake International School 31900 Kampar Tel: +605 290 5888/+6019 388 3349 Westlake International School is a newly-established international school based on Tan Tel: +605 467 2222 GPS: N4° 39 23.407’ E101° 715.394’ Sri Dato’ Hew See Tong’s vision of providing quality and affordable education. Located GPS: N4° 40.855’ E 101° 4.66’ in Kampar, the school began its operations in January 2013 with just over 100 students.