School News In Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

TZU CHI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: Newly Opened In Bukit Jalil

Opening its doors in January 2020, Tzu Chi International School is an extension of Tzu Chi's Da Ai Kindergarten and is located in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur. The School offers the Cambridge International Curriculum leading up to the IGCSE examinations, .and lessons here are conducted in Mandarin and English for students from ages four to 19 years. Tzu Chi emphasizes mindful education, following Master Cheng Yen's philosophy of nurturing and instilling humanistic qualities in children under a comprehensive education system from pre-school all the way to tertiary education.

Tzu Chi International School, No.1, Jalan Jalil Impian 2, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia,+603 8090 7888, info@tzuchi.edu.my, www.tzuchi.edu.my

KING HENRY VIII COLLEGE: Commonwealth Scholarships For 10 Students

The King Henry VIII College Malaysia is offering students from the developing Commonwealth countries around the world a RM300,000 scholarship to study in the prestigious school beginning this year. The initiative is part of the school's Corporate Social Responsibility program and as a symbol of the school's commitment and determination to provide a strong and solid education for students. Applications for the KH8 College Commonwealth Scholarship Awards will open in June for the September 2020 intake. There will be six scholarships for academics and two each for the music and arts category, as well as sports category, starting with those entering the sixth form in the new term. To qualify, applicants must also be citizens by birth of a Commonwealth country, and are currently being educated in a Commonwealth nation. King Henry VIII College is a co-educational boarding and day school for pupils from the age of three to 18. The school delivers the UK national curriculum and boasts a 1:10 teacher to students ratio.

King Henry VIII College, Persiaran Bestari, Cyber 11, 63000 Cyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia, +603 8800 9888, enquiries@kinghenryviii.edu.my, www.kinghenryviii.edu.my

SRI BESTARI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: New Campus Launch

Sri Bestari International School (SBIS) launched its new campus at the end of January 2020. First established as Sri Bestari Private School (known as ‘Sekolah Sri Bestari’) in 1995, the School embarked on the expansion plan in 2017 to establish the international school division offering the British curriculum. SBIS is led by the principal, Dr. Wong Siew Chin and supported by a team of passionate educators. The School is committed in nurturing young Bestarians to be leaders of tomorrow who will embrace a growth mindset and are determined in making a difference.

Sri Bestari International School, Persiaran Margosa, Bandar Sri Damansara, 52200 Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Malaysia, +603 6275 5888, Facebook

ISKL: PRAXIS Program

Aimed at Grade 9 High School students, PRAXIS is an innovative interdisciplinary one-year program at The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) reimagines the classroom experience. PRAXIS fosters creative exploration, effective collaboration, and problem-solving through a flexible thinking space. Students reflect deeply and act with agency to make a difference.

Featuring a smaller learning community and flexible timetable, PRAXIS focuses on problem-based learning and situates the current science, English, social studies, and art/design curriculum around a series of complex, compelling problems that demand an interdisciplinary approach. Math, world language, and elective courses continue to be taught in the regular classroom setting.

A recent PRAXIS presentation was testament to the powerful learning that takes place at ISKL. It was inspiring to see ISKL’s School-Wide Learning Results (SLRs) in action with students engaged in high-level formal debates about Truth, Open Societies and how Artificial Intelligence is impacting our lives. They came up with their own authentic views,  demonstrating ISKL’s SLRs with their ability to think creatively, reason critically, and communicate effectively.

International School of Kuala Lumpur , No. 2, Lorong Kelab Polo Di Raja, Ampang Hilir, 55000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, +603 4813 5000, admissions@iskl.edu.my, www.iskl.edu.my

ST JOHN’S INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (SJIS): Best International School Award

The National Association of Private Education Institutions (NAPEI) which represents all levels of private educational institutions in Malaysia recently awarded St John’s International School (SJIS) with the Best International School Award at the Malam NAPEI 32nd Anniversary & NAPEI Education Excellence Awards Dinner 2019. The School was judged the winner across 17 assessment criteria from curriculum to compliance, staff and students’ well-being and development, and academic and extra-curricular activities.

St John’s International School (SJIS), Lot 145, Jalan Bukit Nanas, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, +603 9212 9640, info@sjis.edu.my, www.sjis.edu.my

DWI EMAS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: First Entrepreneurial School In Johor

Dwi Emas International School and Green Target Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the end of 2019 to mark the future establishment of Dwi Emas International School, an entrepreneurial school in Pengerang, Johor. This will be the third international school for Ace Edventure Group after the ones in Shah Alam and Petaling Jaya. The campus will be situated on an 8-acre land within the INNOCITY township project and accommodate up to 1,800 students. The School is targeted for completion by 2022 and cater to both local students, as well as foreign students, particularly from Singapore. Meanwhile, Dwi Emas International School in Shah Alam has opened its preschool in January 2020 for kids from 3 to 6 years, featuring a Finnish-Asian Hybrid Program with Entrepreneurship. Renowned for one of the best education systems in the world, the School worked with Finland’s creators of early childhood education for a program that provides a complete, holistic experience catering to each child’s individuality and interests.

Dwi Emas International School, No. 5, Jalan Ikhtisas 14/1, Seksyen 14, Shah Alam, Malaysia, +603 5524 3692, Malaysia, https://dwiemas.edu.my/

EXCELSIOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: To be transformed into Repton International School

Excelsior International School in Johor Bahru has been taken over by CES Education (CESE), and will be transformed into a Repton International School by September 2020. Repton and CESE will join forces to deliver this exciting vision in a school which aims to become a landmark in South East Asia able to compete with the best. For more information on Repton International, visit here.

Excelsior International School, No. 8, Jalan Purnama, Bandar Seri Alam, Masai, 81750 Johor Bahru, Malaysia, +607388 8999, www.eis.edu.my

SERI BOTANI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: New In Ipoh

Established in 2020, the schoo located in Ipoh, Perak is open to students in Early Years as well as Year 1 to Year 9 for their first year. Years 10 and 11 will be introduced in the future. Seri Botani International School offers the Cambridge International Curriculum leading up to the IGCSE examinations. Boarding facilities are also available at the school.

Seri Botani International School, 2 Dataran Botani 1A, Bandar Seri Botani, 31350 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia, +605 226 2020, www.sbis.edu.my

IMPERIAL INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: Newly Opened In Ipoh

Recently opened in January 2020, Imperial International School is located in the township of Menglembu, Ipoh in Perak, about 200km north of Kuala Lumpur. The school offers the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and Cambridge International Curriculum that leads to the IGCSE and A-Level examinations. Imperial International School is a registered school of Cambridge Assessment International Education, part of the University of Cambridge. The School’s curriculum provides 4D immersive learning and global exposure. Additionally, Mandarin is available at primary and secondary school levels which prepare students to select Mandarin as an IGCSE elective. Imperial International School is also the sister school to Peninsula International School Australia in Selangor.

Imperial International School, Ipoh, No 1, Jalan Kledang Bestari 2, Kledang Bestari, 31450 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia, enquiry@imperial.edu.my, www.imperial.edu.my

10TH PRIVATE & INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL FAIR: Happening in Johor Bahru

Parents down south of Kuala Lumpur, here's your chance to find out more about private and international education in Malaysia. The 10th Private & International School Fair is taking place on March 7 - 8, 2020 at Mid Valley Exhibition Centre, Southkey, Johor Bahru from 11am to 7pm. This is a great opportunity to speak to representatives of the schools you have your eye on, and gather information among the many options out there. Admission is free. For more information, visit here.

Private & International School Fair, Southkey Mid Valley Exhibition Centre, Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia, privateinternationalschoolfair.com

AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL MALAYSIA (AISM): New Principal On Board

Australian International School Malaysia (AISM) welcomes its new Principal, Mr Liam King commencing January 2020. An accomplished and highly experienced educator, Mr King has a Diploma of Teaching and Bachelor of Education from the Australian Catholic University, a Graduate Diploma in Education Administration; a Graduate Diploma in Curriculum; a Master of Education (Research), and Master of Education (Leadership & Management) from The University of Melbourne. Prior to his appointment as Principal of AISM, Mr King was the Deputy Principal at Kingswood College in Melbourne.

Australian International School Malaysia (AISM), 22 Jalan Anggerik, The MINES Resort City, 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor, Malaysia, +603 8949 5000, admissions@aism.edu.my, www.aism.edu.my