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Education Destination Malaysia: 9 Publishers’ Note Guide to International & Private Schools 2019/20 Edition CONTENTS Managing Editor Michele Lam 26 110 Sunway International School Editor Dr. Elaine Morais Why is STEM education so important 112 Taylor’s Schools Director of Business Development Nickie Yew today? Anthony Ng explains what parents 114 Tenby Schools FEATURES Business Development should know about STEM education and 116 Wesley Methodist Schools Marwina Edwin, Nyok Yee Aw Yong, Elaine Kok its key benefits. 16 Demand for Local International (International) Education Grows Writer Letitia Lim 26 What Parents Should Know Design Ding Siew Ming About STEM Education Marketing & Web Caron Lai TYPES OF 28 What Makes a Good School? CURRICULA Social Media Letitia Lim 32 The Boarding School Experience 68 The American Curriculum Finance Anne Chia 70 The Australian Curriculum Administration 36 Jenny Ng 72 The British Curriculum Find a school for your child using Contributors 74 Cambridge International the map here. Sarah Anderson, Janet Brock, Christian Choyce, Sam Fraser, Curriculum SCHOOL SHOWCASE Justina Goh, Dr. Jessica Hale, Jacqueline Harmer, Mark Jones, 129 A-Z of International Schools Wendy Jones, Heath Kondro, Stefanie Leong, Henrietta Lightwood, 78 The International Esther Lim, Anthony Ng, Anthony Petitti, Kelly Robb, Dr. Ben Baccalaureate Programme Schmidt, Roger Schultz, Sadie Visick, Tim Waley ESSENTIAL 80 The International General Profiles INFORMATION Certificate of Secondary Education Shireen Basheer, Martha Booth, Alex Harkins, Kevin Kam, Bec 36 Map of All International Schools Lane, Rachel Lim, Lim Shuwern, Puteri Nurliyana Syamimi bt Mohd in Malaysia 82 The International Nizam, Meagan Motha, Tan Jean Ling, Matthew teBogt, Dr. Wong Primary Curriculum 58 Types of International Schools Siew Chin 40 What should you look for in a preschool? in Malaysia 84 The Ontario Curriculum Publishers Michele Lam, Nickie Yew Justina Goh shares her top tips on how to 44 Types of School Fees 86 The Oxford Curriculum OTHER LEARNING choose the right preschool for your child. Published by 46 The Scholarship OPPORTUNITIES Mint Communications Sdn Bhd (701835-T) Application Process Suite 14-3A, Level 14, Wisma UOA II, Jalan Pinang, 190 Help, My Child Has a 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 48 The International School Learning Disability! (+603) 7986 0070 Application Process 194 Learning Support for [email protected] 50 What to Look for During Pupils with Special Educational Needs Managed by Mint Media Sdn Bhd (1310937-T) School Visits International Schools Printer 52 in Malaysia Sky Press Sdn Bhd (920029-P) 178 No. 8 & 10, Jalan PBS 14/10, Taman Perindustrian Bukit Serdang, Information at a glance. Compare fees INSIDE THE SCHOOLS 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor and curricula using the tables in this 94 Asia Pacific Schools section. © Mint Communications Sdn Bhd, June 2019 96 Beaconhouse Malaysia All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or 98 The British International transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying and School of Kuala Lumpur recording, or stored in a retrieval system of any nature without the (BSKL) written permission of the copyright holder, application for which should PRE-UNIVERSITY be addressed to the publishers. The publishers, authors, contributors 100 Excelsior International School AND BEYOND and endorsers of this publication each excludes liability for loss suffered PRESCHOOL 101 HELP International School 198 Choosing the A Level by any person resulting in any way from the use of, or reliance on this publication. EDUCATION 102 Kingsley International School 202 Other Pre-University 210 58 Choosing a Preschool 103 MAHSA International School Programmes The information in this publication is accurate at the time of printing. 210 How To Get Into A Top UK Please check with individual schools for the latest information. Is your child interested in studying in the 63 Types of International 104 Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar Preschool Curricula University United Kingdom? Henrietta Lightwood 108 Matrix Global Schools Photographs of the schools that appear in the publication are provided provides a guide on how to get accepted 64 The Importance of an by the schools. into prestigious British universities. Early Years Education

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Welcome to the seventh edition of Education Destination Malaysia: Guide to International & Private Nickie Yew Schools (EDM)! Michele Lam So much effort has gone into updating the guide that we hope it will help you find the right school for your child. We have provided information about private school education from preschool right up to pre-university to give you deeper insights into the options available in this country and beyond.

With over 150 international schools in Malaysia today, International schools offer a wide variety of English- the EDM guidebook has never been more important medium curricula and we have provided information given the increasing variety of curricula, fees and on curricula to help you decide which curriculum facilities on offer. is most suited to your child’s needs in the Types of Curricula section. EDM also offers a comprehensive In the Features section, read about the demand for list of international schools, profiles of individual an international school education in the region and schools as well as the international school directory. what parents should know about STEM education Comparative reference charts in the guide have also for instance. There is also an article on what makes been updated. a good school and another on the boarding school experience. In the Other Learning Opportunities section, read about the interventions available for children with Get to know some of the members of the learning disabilities and the learning support offered international school community through reading the at various international schools. profiles of teachers, students, alumni and boarders. These profiles will give you valuable insights from Explore a variety of pre-university programmes in the different groups of people on the international school section called Pre-university and Beyond. There are experience. These diverse perspectives will enable also in-depth articles on the A Level and how to get you to make wise and informed decisions about the into top universities in the UK. type of school that best suits your child. Please visit our website Find out if there is an international school near www.EducationDestinationMalaysia.com for the where you live by viewing the map showing the latest news, information and insights on international location of all international schools in the country in schools. There you will find all that you need to know the Essential Information section. This section also in order to identify the right school for your child. offers an update on the types of international schools in the country as well as infographics on school If you would like to provide any feedback on this fees, the enrolment process and other aspects of edition, or need more information about our products an international school. In addition, we highlight and services, please feel free to email us at statistics on the number of international schools in [email protected]. the various states of the country.

The section on Preschool Education draws attention If you wish to speak to representatives from to the kind of teaching and learning children need in various international schools at one location, the early years as well as what parents need to look please visit the Private & International School out for when choosing the right preschool for their Fairs which are regularly held in Kuala Lumpur, child. An infographic also provides an overview of Johor and Penang. For more information on the different types of preschool curricula available these fairs, please visit www.pisf.asia. around the world.

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How International School Developments in increased by the government, DEMAND FOR LOCAL Choice is Expanding Southeast Asia meaning that many more local Most international schools are Throughout the wider region, children will now have access located on the west peninsula of the choice of international to an international education. INTERNATIONAL Malaysia, with 43 international schools continues to grow and More school growth in Vietnam schools in Kuala Lumpur ISC Research believes there is expected, likely in the mid-price EDUCATION GROWS and many more in locations is excellent potential for more international schools which will be surrounding districts of the city. growth, particularly in Thailand affordable to more local families. and Vietnam. Thailand has The country is experiencing an become a popular location for A new market shift is appearing expansion of a mid-price sector British independent schools in Thailand, Malaysia and also of English-medium international establishing sister schools in Singapore right now, where schools (which charge between the region. Wellington, Harrow Chinese families are increasingly USD$5,000 and $7,000 annual and Shrewsbury, all extremely buying second properties in fees for primary education, prestigious independent schools places such as Kuala Lumpur, and $7,000-$12,499 for the in the United Kingdom, now have Bangkok and Singapore to enable secondary years). These mid- schools in Thailand. them to educate their children priced international schools are at international schools there. particularly popular with local Shrewsbury International School These families are doing this Malaysian families where 65.7% opened a new city campus because the international schools of students currently enrolled are in Bangkok for this academic in these cities are cheaper Malaysian nationals. There are year. Wellington College also and more accessible than the currently 62 of these mid-price opened a school in Bangkok in international schools in China. international schools in Malaysia September 2018. Another leading In addition, the international enrolling over 30,400 students. independent school from Britain, schools in Singapore, Thailand King’s College Wimbledon, will International school options for open in Bangkok in 2020. Sam Fraser, Head of Asia Pacific Research for ISC families living in Malaysia look set to expand in the near future. In Vietnam, the cap limiting the Research, provides an update on the demand for ISC Research is aware of 16 number of Vietnamese nationals local international education in the region. new international schools to in international schools has been open in Malaysia in the next few years with most of this school Demand for an education that enrolment has grown 61.2% that matched that of their home development happening in the is taught in the language of between July 2013 and July 2018; country. mid-market sector of schools. English, and follows international from 60,400 attending the schools In addition, a few independent curriculum and exams is growing in 2013 to 97,300 in July 2018, As the international schools school brands from the UK have throughout Southeast Asia. None and increasing to over 100,000 for market has evolved, so the announced imminent expansion more so than in Malaysia where, the current academic year. schools themselves have to Malaysia including Mount Kelly, as of this year, there are 280 changed; becoming more global Hurtwood House and Concord English-medium international The Changing Face of in their approaches to teaching College. schools teaching 100,060 Malaysia’s International and learning, and increasingly students aged between three and Schools accessible to local families. 18. There are more local Malaysian Demand from Western expatriate children attending the families has decreased in recent Student enrolment has increased international schools throughout years due to the impact of the significantly over the past five the country than any other low oil and gas price, but demand years in the country’s international nationality. This is despite the from expatriates does still schools. According to new data fact that international schools continue from Asian expatriate released by ISC Research for were originally established during families, particularly those from its latest Malaysia International the last century for expatriate China and India. School Market Intelligence Report, families requiring an education

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“School has helped me approach all realities with an open mind and a positive attitude.”

Kevin Kam Malaysia 22 years old Australian International School Malaysia 2007 - 2014

Qualifications What were your favourite and What was the best thing about Higher School Certificate least favourite subjects in school, your school? What important and why? lessons did you learn in your school Current Job Title/Designation and My favourite subjects were that have helped you in your life? name of company Mathematics and Physics. I was The best things from school were Mechanical Design Engineer first motivated by science shows the friends I made who I still keep Intern at Siemens Healthineers on TV. I was later encouraged by in contact with today. I gained GmbH. my peers and teachers. On the a higher confidence with the and Malaysia are not regulated as schools (over 80% of them) Japan. The report indicates other hand, my least favourite support of my peers. School has heavily as those in China which gained places in higher education various reasons motivating Tell us about the course/major you subject was English. I liked helped me approach all realities means Chinese children can around the world. students’ choice of country are pursuing. English but I was not interested with an open mind and a positive access full international education including cost, visa benefits, Bachelor’s Degree, Computer in literature. attitude. from Kindergarten to Grade 12. The report highlights the grade safety of the country, ranking Science (Artificial Intelligence) and While the cost and restrictions averages of the three most of the university, and active Bachelor’s Degree, Mechanical What extracurricular activities did What advice would you give to on international education in popular qualifications offered promotion by the university to Engineering (Honours). you do? current students of your alma China remain high, it is likely that by the world’s international students, as well as location I was involved in THIMUN (The mater? this education mobility trend will schools: A Level, International of the university and quality of What is your most memorable Hague International Model United I have always been told to be continue. Baccalaureate Diploma education provision. experience in school? Nations), World Scholar’s Cup and the best I can be, but that builds Programme and Advanced I enjoyed all practical laboratory the track and rugby teams. impressions of one’s self. Have Research into Student Placement. They suggest The report stresses the need classes. They always found a way purpose instead of expectations Pathways from School to significantly higher levels of for students and their college to make me laugh, panic, smile, and you will worry less. University academic achievement than counsellors to find a degree and rage in the span of an hour. In its latest report into student global averages. course and university that pathways from international best suit the student and their schools to higher education, University destinations for the individual priorities, rather than ISC Research says that English- international school students in aspiring to a high-rank university medium international schools 2017-2018 were varied, covering that might not suit them well. are a fast-growing source of all countries where English- This was emphasised by both the high calibre undergraduates for medium degrees are now offered. schools and the universities. universities. Over 90% of the 2017- The most popular countries were 2018 year grade 12 students of the US, UK, Canada, Netherlands, For more information, visit the vast majority of international Spain, Australia, Germany and www.iscresearch.com

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expected to grow are job roles speed trap cameras, and developed when students are based on distinctively ‘human’ temperature sensors are given the opportunity to solve WHAT PARENTS SHOULD KNOW traits, such as in the areas some of the lessons which problems with STEM projects. of Customer Service, Sales relate to actual applications. Classroom activities enable and Marketing, Training and The usefulness of the lesson them to understand, apply, ABOUT STEM EDUCATION Development, People and Culture, will increase the students’ analyse and evaluate what Organisational Development, as motivation to learn and they learn and in so doing to well as Innovation. innovate. internalise and remember it (2) Students get to network and prior to creating solutions for Surely, we do not want students collaborate with others via projects. Eventually, this will to miss out on both digital and STEM projects and related lead to the development of soft-skill jobs and opportunities competitions. The STEM higher order thinking which which are likely to be available approach will enhance is required by the latest in 2022. The STEM approach in the students’ social value, secondary school syllabus teaching and learning will propel collaboration and teamwork (Bloom’s Taxonomy). children to thrive in both academic skills among their peers. (6) The STEM field of studies fields in general and in STEM (3) Students get to comprehend may be broadened to include subjects in particular. The STEM and remember lessons taught Engineering and Digital literacy approach uses a pedagogical via Hands-on Learning which to develop computational and strategy that emphasises the activates their ‘senses.’ design thinking. For example, application of knowledge, skills the use of computer-aided Anthony Ng, CEO of MITstem International and values from the disciplines of Some of the STEM lessons are on design (CAD) systems always Science, Technology, Engineering subjects such as the following: involve the introduction of School, explains the fundamentals and and Mathematics, in an integrated • Robotics mathematical concepts. These benefits of STEM education in this article. manner to help students solve • Embedded Platform - Arduino include interactive graphic problems encountered in the real and Raspberry Pi techniques, basic graphics, world. This involves not only a • Basic Electronics two- and three-dimensional STEM is the acronym for Science, STEM literacy among secondary early adolescence, until 15 or 16 deep understanding of the subject • IoT – Smart Home Technologies operations, as well as Technology, Engineering and school students has declined. years of age (Wijsman, Warrens, matter but also the analysis, • PCB Design and Fabrication mathematical modeling in Mathematics. Parents are well- They do not appear to be Saab, Driel, Westenberg, 2015). synthesis and evaluation of all • 2D Computer Aided Design relation to geometric modeling. aware that STEM subjects are able to meet the Higher Order Such a trend is seen in European they have learnt. In fact, the STEM • 3D Computer Aided Design CAD also examines curves and being taught at school, and at Thinking (HOT) Standards of countries as well. approach is effective in enhancing • 3D Printing surfaces, numerical methods university and that the knowledge the SPM syllabus. Students motivation to learn as well as the • Drone piloting of solving equations and finite and skills acquired are applied have less interest in taking up With advances in robotics, cognitive abilities of students. • Coding & Programming. element modeling. at the workplace. However, a difficult subjects like Additional machine learning and the Internet majority of parents have concerns Mathematics, Physics, Computer in the 21st century, competition Key Benefits of the STEM (4) A conducive learning In conclusion, the STEM approach about their children’s ability to Science, Design & Technology, and from software robots and remote approach in Teaching & environment with competent will provide a holistic approach study, cope with and excel in ICT due to the higher cognitive workers will be rapid and intense. Learning: teachers, additional digital to education which enhances STEM subjects at school. demand involved. By 2022, 75 million current job and engineering curriculum, students’ knowledge (Intelligence roles may be displaced by the (1) Students get to learn STEM laboratories, workshops and Quotient), attitude (Emotional In Malaysia, the number of Form Research suggests that student shift in the division of labour applied learning lessons equipment are essential to Quotient) and skill (Digital Five (Year 11) students studying performance is related to the between humans, machines and which connect with ‘Real Life develop learning with the Quotient) all of which are required Science subjects has dropped motivation to learn. As motivation algorithms, while 133 million Applications & Solutions.’ STEM approach. by future employers. at an average of 6,000 per generally declines during lower new job roles may emerge at Creating a traffic light system, (5) Metacognitive skills are year since 2012, and the 2018 secondary education, one might the same time (World Economic enrolment stood at only 167,962 expect performance to decline Forum, 17 Sept 2018). New and out of 375,794 (44.7%). Equally as well during this period. expanding occupations include About MITstem MITstem International School is a business division under MIT Academy Group of Companies which was worrying is that more than 48% Notably, a consistent finding in roles such as Data Analysts, established in 1976. The school is dedicated to igniting students’ passion for STEM education. Our initiatives of Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) research on academic motivation Software and Applications are strongly supported by the Ministry of Education, Malaysia, as MITstem supports the STEM Applied Learning candidates failed to obtain a is that it tends to decline after Developers and E-commerce Programme (ALP) for secondary school students. To further enrich students’ learning experiences, our Industrial Credit grade of C for Additional the transition from primary and Social Media Specialists – Partnership Programme (IPP) creates opportunities for students to get early exposure to the real-world STEM Mathematics, a prerequisite to to secondary education. This jobs that are significantly based industries and careers. enroll in STEM undergraduate decline in academic motivation on, and enhanced by, the use courses (The Star, 21 Oct 2018). occurs most consistently during of technology. However, also We are on a mission to nurture our future Scientists, Technologists, Engineers and Mathematicians for there is a global shortage of a quality workforce in the STEM industries. For more information, visit www.mitstem.edu.my.

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are engaging and collaborating mental health issues are also first schools to receive COBIS through Nord Anglia University regularly addressed in PSHE Patron’s Accreditation. It also was and have access to unique (Personal, Social, Health and graded as ‘excellent’ in all areas of professional development Environment) lessons. educational provision in the last opportunities with world-leading ISI report and is fully accredited programmes. Technology is another part of by the Malaysian Ministry of WHAT MAKES modern day life that should be Education. Most top schools will have state- regularly reviewed in schools. It of-the-art facilities and resources, is extremely beneficial to learning Any advice for parents A GOOD SCHOOL? particularly international schools. and many students have regular when choosing a school BSKL provides students with access to computers and iPads for their child? exceptional facilities including (including Primary students) but As previously mentioned, one the latest educational technology, how is the use of technology of the most important things to indoor sports halls, swimming monitored? Strict safety consider is whether the child is pools, football fields, specialist procedures should be in place, happy when they walk through music and dance rooms, a 650- as well as how often it is used in the door. The way a child smiles seat theatre and well-stocked lessons. says a lot more about the school libraries. It is no wonder that 95% than conversations with the of parents rate highly the look and A different perspective to think Headteacher. Therefore, if you Janet Brock, Principal of the British feel of the building facilities. about is whether the school can, take your children with you on International School of Kuala Lumpur answers offers a forward-thinking a tour as they will get a sense of There is no doubt that a good curriculum. BSKL is proud to what is right for them. some questions on what makes a good school. school will get good results in provide education for the future, academia but also in sport, music, enhancing learning through When you go on a tour of the art and wider extracurricular collaborations with the world’s school, ensure you see as much What are the aspects of a past school report and take an How do we determine if a activities. They often have high best organisations including as possible, because if the tour school to consider when entrance exam. However it does school is good? expectations and the students The Juilliard School, MIT and guide avoids certain areas, you choosing and assessing offer EAL (English as an Additional Whilst results and league tables will be challenged and stretched. UNICEF. Students have access to might question what they are schools? Language) lessons and provides are important, whether the Students should also develop a wide programme of events and hiding. You should be able to First impressions last support to students with mild students are happy in school good soft and interpersonal skills, expeditions and the online Global speak to staff, students and other and therefore the initial learning difficulty needs. and want to be there is a better such as empathy, critical thinking Campus platform connects over parents as you walk around and communication between yourself indication of whether a school is and independence, and a mindset 50,000 students around the world. not just the Admissions or Senior and the school is a good indicator As well as looking at the thriving. For example, at BSKL, to thrive in a changing world. Leadership Team. of how it operates and how academic performance and 95% of parents said their child is How are international welcoming it is. This includes facilities on offer, it is also a good happy, and ultimately happy and What are some new schools regulated in Ask yourself questions such as communication received through idea to look at the school’s stance confident children will do well in perspectives when it Malaysia? Are inspections do the students and staff seem the website (is it informative?) as on behaviour, discipline, safety many areas of school life. comes to evaluating done regularly? happy? Do the school leaders give well as over the phone, via emails etc. A good school will take these schools? International schools can off a good vibe? Do the students and in person. matters seriously and have a clear A good school will employ good With the stresses of modern day opt for inspections through a look engaged in the classrooms? policy on how they are managed. teachers with qualifications life, well-being is an important number of organisations such What is the behaviour of the A significantly important aspect and teaching experience from issue that should be considered as ISI (Independent Schools students like during play and is whether the school meets Finally, if the school website has well-regarded institutions. This is when evaluating schools. Is it Inspectorate), COBIS (Council of lunch time? Do the displays your child’s learning needs and a staff directory, it is a good idea true at BSKL, who also employs planned into the timetable and British International Schools), CIS celebrate achievement of all learning style as every school will to check that the teachers are Assistant Teachers with degrees does the school have enough (Council of International Schools) areas? Look for positive and differ. For example, acceptance qualified with relevant teaching and experience in every Year resources to tackle such issues? and Penta International. affirming answers. to The British International qualifications, and what previous 1-6 class (unique to BSKL). A BSKL has two professional School of Kuala Lumpur (BSKL) teaching experience they have good school will also invest in counsellors, a full nursing team For example, BSKL is a member For more information, requires applicants to provide a had. their staff. 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responsibility for their decisions achievement is balanced with What can students do THE BOARDING and actions. the holistic development of their to make the best of child. Additionally, parents need their boarding school 2) Independence – Boarding to understand and support the experience? SCHOOL EXPERIENCE students develop the ability to philosophy of boarding and be Dive right in. Take advantage make their own decisions and prepared to work together with of all the help available from take ownership of their future. the residential staff members of experienced staff members from the boarding programme for the academics to sports. Put yourself 3) Fun – a very important benefit of their child. out there. Chances are that other aspect of boarding is to have students are also shy and are just fun! A balance of work and play At what age should a waiting for someone to speak out. is an important foundation for child start boarding? Go on all the excursions and make adulthood, and at RAS Boarding This all depends on the parents friends. Being an international we believe that it is important and what age the school offers school, we have a diverse student for students to be allowed boarding from. The decision also body with dozens of different to be young and enjoy their involves what the parents want countries represented. A big part adolescence, while maintaining for their child as both junior and of the boarding experience is to responsibility for important life senior boarding programmes learn from each other’s cultures, tasks and academics. differ according to age. Senior and embrace the opportunity to boarding is more focused on learn from others. Is boarding for independence and accountability everyone? What are while junior boarding develops Are boarding schools in the considerations for the emotional and physical Malaysia inspected? How parents and students who milestones. are boarding schools are thinking of attending a checked and regulated? boarding school? How can students Yes, boarding schools in Malaysia Boarding school is not for prepare themselves are inspected and regulated by everyone. Students need to want for a boarding school their accrediting organisation. to be at boarding in order to reap education? Currently, we are inspected and all the benefits. While there is Students should have a daily accredited by WASC (Western usually a period of adjustment regimen. They should practise Association of Schools and for all students, it is imperative getting up at the same time Colleges). RAS is also part of Christian Choyce, Director of Boarding at that students and parents have a every day and make time for their EARCOS (The East Asia Regional Raffles American School (RAS) in Johor, positive mindset. Parents need to studies every evening. A student Council of Schools), through answers some questions on boarding. be sure they will be comfortable should believe in the benefits of which we have a sub-committee seeing their children less boarding before attending, this of schools that liaise with each frequently than if they were living way there is a goal for the student other on best practices for at home and that they want their to visualise. And, of course, be boarding schools. There are several types Describe the schedule of dinner at 6:00 p.m. followed by children to follow a structured prepared to be part of a very big academic study at the boarding of boarding. What do a typical boarder. programme where academic family! For more information, visit www. house from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Bed weekly, termly and yearly Our students wake up each day at raffles-american-school.edu.my boarding involve? 6:30 a.m., shower and get ready time ranges from 9:00 p.m. until Weekly – ‘Weekly’ boarding for school. When the students 11:00 p.m. depending on age, students go home every Friday are ready, there will be a room after which Wi-Fi is shut off and Boarding at Raffles American School and return on Sunday evening. inspection where our resident resident advisors ensure students After two years serving day students, Raffles American School identified a need to offer residential care to Termly – ‘Termly’ students stay advisors will check to ensure their are in bed and lights are out. boarders from across the region. The goal was to offer a programme that linked academics, co-curricular activities in the boarding houses during rooms are tidy. After that, we will and life skills; one that would ultimately help students to live, learn and play while attending school. The Raffles the school year and go home have breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Our What are the three main American School Boarding programme officially began in August 2017 with 15 boarding students and has grown during our fall, winter, spring, and school day then starts at 7:50 a.m. advantages of a boarding to over 70 boarding students. For the upcoming 2019 - 2020 school year starting in August 2019 we expect the summer breaks. and finishes at 3:00 p.m. After school education? RAS Boarding programme to serve over 100 students. Yearly –‘Yearly’ students stay with school, boarding students are local hosts during small holidays required to attend co-curricular 1) Accountability – Boarding The Raffles American School boarding programme includes two interlinked programmes: Junior Boarding, which and only go home at the end of programmes until 5:00 p.m. In the students learn that every serves students from 8-12 years of age and Senior Boarding, which serves students from 13-18 years of age. Both school year during summer break. evenings, boarding students have action has a reaction and take programmes offer weekly, termly and yearly boarding.

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35 - 39 Fairview International School 108 Sayfol International School, Kuala Lumpur MAP OF INTERNATIONAL 40 Garden International School 109 Sekolah Antarabangsa Matahari 41 & 42 GEMS International School 110 Seri Omega Private & International School 43 Global Indian International School 111 Seven Skies International School 44 Global Modern International School 112 Shattuck-St Mary’s Forest City International School SCHOOLS IN MALAYSIA 45 & 46 Greenview Islamic International School 113 & 114 Spectrum International Islamic School 47 Havil International School 115 Sri Ara International & Private School (Sri Ara Schools) 48 HELP International School 116 Sri Bestari Schools 49 Hibiscus International School 117 Sri Dasmesh International School 50 Highlands International Boarding School 118 Sri Emas International School 51 & 52 Hua Xia International School 119 Sri KDU Schools 53 Idrissi International School 120 Sri Kuala Lumpur International School 54 IGB International School 121 Sri Sempurna International School 55 Inspiros International School 122 - 124 Sri Utama Schools 56 & 57 International Islamic School Malaysia 125 St. Christopher’s International Primary School 58 International Modern Arabic School 126 St. John’s International School 59 International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) 127 St. Joseph International School Kuching 60 International School of Kuantan 128 St. Joseph’s Institution International School Malaysia 61 The International School @ ParkCity 129 Stella Maris International School 62 The International School of Penang (Uplands) 130 Stonyhurst Penang International School 63 Jesselton International School 131 & 132 Straits International School 64 Kelantan International School 133 & 134 Sunway International School 65 Kinabalu International School 135 Tanarata International School 66 King Henry VIII College 136 & 137 Taylor’s International School 67 Kingsgate International School 138 Templer Park International School 68 Kingsley International School 139 - 145 Tenby Schools 69 Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar 146 Tunku Putra-HELP International School 70 Labuan International School 147 & 148 UCSI International School 71 Lodge International School 149 United International School 72 Lycée Français Kuala Lumpur 150 UniWorld International School (French School of Kuala Lumpur) 151 UUM International School 73 MAHSA International School 152 UUM International School Melaka 74 Malacca Expatriate School 153 Victoria International School 75 Marefat International School 154 Vikas International School 76 Marlborough College Malaysia 155 Vision International School 77 Matrix Global Schools 156 Wadi Sofia Schools 78 & 79 MAZ International School 157 - 162 Wesley Methodist Schools INTERNATIONAL 80 Melaka International School 163 Westlake International School 81 MITstem International School 164 Woodlands International School SCHOOLS IN 82 Mont’ Kiara International School 165 Zenith International School 83 Mutiara International Grammar School MALAYSIA* 84 Nexus International School 85 Nilai International School 1 Abedeen International School 86 Nobel International School 2 Acmar International School 87 Oakbridge International School 3 AiU International School 88 Oakrich International School 4 & 5 Alnoor International School 89 Oasis International School - Kuala Lumpur 6 & 7 Alice Smith School 90 Orbix International School 8 Asia Metropolitan International School 91 Paragon Private & International School 9 Asia Pacific Schools 92 Pelita International School 10 Austin Heights Private & 93 Peninsula International School Australia International Schools 94 Pine Hills International School 11 Australian International School Malaysia 95 & 96 Prince of Wales Island International School 12 Baseerah International School 97 - 99 R.E.A.L Schools 13 & 14 Beaconhouse Schools 100 & 101 Rafflesia International & Private Schools 15 Borneo International School 102 Raffles American School 16 Brainy Bunch International School 103 - 107 Regent International School 17 Brighton International School 18 The British International School of Kuala Lumpur 19 Campus Rangers International School 20 & 21 Cempaka Schools 22 Charis International School 23 City Harbour International School 24 Crescendo-HELP International School 25 Dalat International School 26 Dwi Emas International School 27 Eagles Grammar International School 28 Eaton International School 29 Ekhlass International School *Map shows approximate location. For the exact 30 & 31 elc International School location of schools, please use the School Finder 32 Epsom College in Malaysia function on www.EducationDestinationMalaysia.com 33 EtonHouse International School Malaysia 34 Excelsior International School

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Education (GEMS International School Pearl City & GEMS International School Tropicana Metropark) and Kingsley EduGroup (Kingsley International School).

There is a wide range of such to create independent students (International) has branches in schools in Malaysia today. Some who are prepared to tackle the Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur and Penang, schools charge higher fees while challenges of university life. and St. Joseph’s Institution others are more affordable. International School Malaysia is The ratio of local to expatriate English-medium a brother school of St. Joseph’s teaching staff also varies from Private Schools Institution and SJI International in school to school. In addition, these There has also been a rise in the Singapore. TYPES OF INTERNATIONAL schools differ in terms of facilities number of English-medium private offered – some schools are only schools in Malaysia offering Private Learning Centres equipped with basic facilities international curricula. Many Offering International SCHOOLS IN MALAYSIA while others have more extensive of these schools started off by Curricula facilities. Some schools provide offering the Malaysian curriculum In the Klang Valley, there is a large Letitia Lim highlights the main differences between the various more options to students in terms to local students. As the demand number of privately run centres of extracurricular activities, while for international education grew, offering academic preparation for types of international schools available in Malaysia today. others have a limited number of a number of private schools international qualifications such options. added an international curriculum as the IGCSE. The curriculum at The private and international schools include Alice Smith Purpose-built New option. Some private schools these centres commonly follows education landscape in Malaysia School, Garden International Schools British Boarding Schools have also ceased offering the the British Curriculum and the has changed over the last decade School, The International School In recent years, many purpose- A number of British boarding national curriculum altogether, Cambridge Curriculum. These with parents now having more of Penang (Uplands) and The built international schools schools have established focusing only on the international centres differ from international options for an international school International School of Kuala were established to meet the branches in Malaysia. These curriculum. schools in terms of fees, dress education for their children. There Lumpur (ISKL). These schools growing demand for international include Epsom College in code, timetable and facilities, are over 150 schools that offer were considered international not education in the country. Newly Malaysia, Marlborough College The popular curricula offered among others. Several of these curricula other than the Malaysian only because they used curricula established purpose-built schools Malaysia and King Henry VIII at these private schools are the centres have applied for an curriculum and more schools are different from that in use in public in the Klang Valley include College (a sibling school of British Curriculum and Cambridge international school licence as being added to this category each schools in the country, but also Kingsgate International School Christ College). King Henry VIII Curriculum leading up to the well. year. Each of these international because they represented a truly and Oasis International School - College opened in September International General Certificate schools is independently run and global community. Kuala Lumpur. 2018. Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar, which of Secondary Education (IGCSE) Parents are encouraged to differs from one another in terms was established by the Negeri examinations. Examples of these do their research early and of background, curricula, ethos There were few Malaysian In addition, mega property Sembilan royal family in 1991, private schools are the Sri KDU thoroughly before deciding and learning environment. children enrolled in these schools developers such as the Sunway offers a British boarding school Schools, Rafflesia International & on an international school for in the early days as permission Group Malaysia have set up inspired education for both local Private Schools, R.E.A.L Schools, their child. When choosing a Here are the various types of from the Ministry of Education Sunway International School and expatriate students. Acmar Schools and Asia Pacific school they should take into international schools that are was required then. Since the in Sunway City, Selangor, and Schools among others. account important factors such available in Malaysia today. removal of the quota of local Sunway Iskandar, Johor. Many Many of these boarding schools as location, fee structure and student enrolment in international international schools were also have the option of day boarding, Mission Schools teaching credentials. As schools Established International schools in 2012, many more established by education groups flexi-boarding and full-boarding There are also a few mission differ widely, it is important to visit Schools for Expatriate Malaysian students have gained such as Taylor’s Education Group to cater to each student’s schools in the country that have schools and attend Open Days to Children entry into these established (Australian International School needs. British boarding schools expanded into international get a more comprehensive picture Traditionally, international schools international schools. These Malaysia, Garden International are known for their focus on education such as the Wesley of what a school has to offer. were established to meet the schools continue to attract School, Nexus International School academic excellence, top-notch Methodist School (International) Parents can visit school facilities, educational needs of children of children of expatriates working and Taylor’s International School), school facilities and emphasis on and St. Joseph’s Institution classrooms and ask the school expatriates working in Malaysia or in the country as well as local HELP International Corporation extracurricular activities. A British International School Malaysia. staff any questions they might in the region. These international children. (HELP International School), GEMS boarding school education aims Wesley Methodist School have.

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“Boarding has given me the opportunity to become “I would definitely encourage older students to a lot more independent and has also given me the board if possible because it prepares you very well opportunity to hold positions of leadership…” for life at university…”

Alex Harkins England Tan Jean Ling Malaysia 18 years old 18 years old Year 13 Year 13 Marlborough College Malaysia Epsom College in Malaysia

Describe yourself in three words. What do you miss most about not passions due to all of the extra Ambitious, level-headed, kind. staying at home? sessions available and all the Describe yourself in three words. Tell us your most memorable Would you encourage other The thing I miss the most when extra help. Independent, logical and boarding school incident! students to be boarders as well? When did you start boarding? How I am not at home is my family thoughtful. Last year we had House Why? long have you been a boarder? yet I miss them without feeling Would you encourage other Basketball right before the I would definitely encourage older I started boarding at the beginning homesick as you have 40 other students to be boarders as well? When did you start boarding? How Christmas dinner so everyone students to board if possible of my final year of school and girls who are your extended Why? long have you been a boarder? was rushing to get ready after because it prepares you very well have been a boarder for six family. I would encourage other students I started boarding in September their games. Luckily Sixth Formers for life at university especially if months. to board as boarding has been 2017, so I’ve been boarding for have their own bathroom so you’re going overseas to study. Tell us your most memorable crucial in the development of slightly more than a year now. my friends and I did not have to What do you like most about boarding school incident! my confidence by allowing me rush to shower, but it was quite What do you hope to do when you boarding? The most memorable boarding to pursue my passions in a What do you like most about amusing to see the younger girls finish school? Being a boarder has allowed me incident is a regular termly supportive and safe environment. boarding? clamouring for a bathroom stall in I hope to be working in healthcare to take part in more co-curricular tradition where all of the boarding I also think that Boarding is You spend a lot of time with your the common shower! and spending time to pursue my activities than ever before, houses take part in the beagle incredibly fun, you get to be housemates so this allows you passions. without sacrificing any of my hash. We all run through the together with your friends all to forge really strong bonds with What opportunities has boarding academic progress. In a week I jungle together in our house the time and there is always an them. given you that you would not have am able to participate in musical swipes with our friends and then activity on offer so you are never had otherwise? activities such as Orchestra, eat supper all together afterwards. bored. One thing I also believe is What do you like least about Getting to know people in such a sporting activities and even public a huge benefit is the amount of boarding? deep way throughout such a short speaking. Even more so I love the What opportunities has boarding pastoral support you receive, for Having to leave my parents and period of time. lifelong friendships you form with given you that you would not have example, help with academic work my dogs back at home! the girls in your Boarding house had otherwise? and university applications. - each individual becomes like an Boarding has given me the What do you miss most about not extra sister. opportunity to become a lot What do you hope to do when you staying at home? more independent and has also finish school? All the food. What do you like least about given me the opportunity to hold Throughout my time at boarding? positions of leadership, which I Marlborough I have developed a The thing I like the least about have really enjoyed. Boarding has passion for sports science and boarding is occasionally there is allowed me to get to know more I hope to go on to study Sports a lack of quiet time as there are people and learn so much about Science at Bath University in the always so many activities going different cultures. It has also really UK and then to work as a sports on. helped me to pursue my sporting physiologist.

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A History of Innovation The Alice Smith School was the first British International school in Malaysia and remains a world leading, not-for-profit educational foundation today. As of 11 March 2019, there are with 81 international schools. number of international schools 151 international schools in are Kedah (three schools), Malaysia**. This is a 6% increase Today the majority of international Kelantan (two schools) and Innovating in our Learning Environment from the 141 international schools schools (56%) in the country are Terengganu (one school). From our flexible spaces, rich in technology, to our state-of-the-art sports facilities, Alice Smith School is purposefully designed to stimulate and engage your child. which was recorded on 21 March concentrated in the Klang Valley. 2018. Out of the 13 states in Malaysia, In East Malaysia, Sarawak has six Perlis is the only one that does not international schools and Sabah Innovating in our Teaching This number is even more have any international schools. has five. Only one international By providing a personalised learning experience, tailored to your child’s individual needs and preferences, we find a way to bring out the very best in them. impressive when compared to Selangor is the state with the school is located in the federal the figures in 2009. Malaysia most international schools with territory of Labuan. was reported to have a total of 62 in total. The federal territory of Innovating for Your Child’s Success 51 international schools then*. Kuala Lumpur has 21 international It is quite evident that the growth To discover more, please contact our team. This reflects a whopping 300% schools and two schools are in the international school market increase in the number of schools located in Putrajaya. in Malaysia has shown no signs over the past decade. The number of slowing down, given the steady of schools started to catapult Johor, Penang and Negeri increase of schools since 2012. when the requirement of having Sembilan are also popular hubs The number of international a quota for local students in for international education. schools is expected to increase as international schools was lifted There are 18 schools in Johor, several schools are slated to open in 2012. The number of schools 11 in Penang and six in Negeri in 2019 and 2020. increased by 30 (58%) in 2012 Sembilan. States with a low

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