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On March 3rd and 4th, Oasis International School – Kuala Lumpur offered campus tours for the first time at Info Day. It was an exciting event that gave the OIS faculty and staff an opportunity to meet with families and to see many people enthusiastic about the beautiful school. Many thanks to all of the enrolled and interested families who made OIS’ first Info Day a success! OIS is currently running open tours on Thursdays at 4 pm and Fridays at 3 pm. Please call 03-5525 8111 or email the admissions department at admissions@ois.edu.my to book a spot.
The Master of Marlborough College Malaysia invites you to the forthcoming Admissions Event, at Marlborough College Malaysia, Johor on 25th April. During the event, you will have the opportunity to hear from the Master and other senior members of Common Room, this will be followed by a tour of the school and a boarding house, which will be followed by refreshments. Marlborough College Malaysia is a boarding and day school that was established in 2012 as a non-profit, genuine extension of Marlborough College in the UK and not a franchise. It therefore shares values, philosophy, and personnel with the UK…
The culmination of Mandarin Week at Sri KDU International School (SKIS) was the special assembly held on 8 February. Stepping out of his History class, Mr Zimarakis, dressed in the dragon robe of the God of Prosperity, gold ingot in one hand and scroll in the other, welcomed students, staff, and parents who had come to witness a show of the cultural heritage of the Malaysian Chinese organized by the school’s Mandarin department. Principal Mrs. Margaret Rafee delivered her opening speech entirely in Mandarin, which drew applause and admiration. She exemplified the teaching pedagogy of Building Learning Power and the…
Eeson Tong, a student of R.E.A.L International School’s Johor Bahru Campus, was awarded a scholarship to attend the Kingdom Education (KE) Summer School programme at King’s College, London last year. The two-week programme is offered to high school students aged 15 to 17 years who want a taste of university life in English-speaking countries. Eason took courses on ‘English for Academic Purposes’ – which honed his academic writing and reading skills – ‘Economics’, and ‘Business & Entrepreneurship’ in view of his keen interest in the study of markets. He participated in tutorials, discussions, presentations, and debates to build his confidence…
Over 1,000 students of 54 nationalities welcomed HRH the Duchess of Cornwall and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Johor, on their visit to The International School @ ParkCity, Kuala Lumpur. The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition was launched by HRH who also officially opened the new Mawar Wing on 3rd November 2017. The International School @ ParkCity, located in the award-winning township of Desa ParkCity, offers an extensive programme of study for children aged from 3 to 18 years old, whilst incorporating the flexibility to effectively respond to global change. Evidence of our robust academic programme is demonstrated in…
The Master of Marlborough College Malaysia is pleased to announce that Nick Eatough will become Head of the Senior School in August 2018. Nick arrived at Marlborough in August 2015 when he was appointed as Deputy Head Pastoral and Cocurricular, a key position in the Senior School and within the College’s Senior Leadership. Nick brings his vast experience in pastoral care and boarding to his new role and ensures continuity in the Senior School, as it builds upon the successes already achieved academically and in art, music, drama, and sport. Nick was previously both a Housemaster and Head of History…
The end of 2017 saw R.E.A.L Schools, Cheras Campus hold its annual art exhibition, the ‘Meraki 2.0 Art Festival & Carnival’, to showcase the artistic talents of students, teachers, and several guest artists. The exhibition featured a collection of paintings and other forms of artwork that creatively utilized a mixed bag of media and materials. The exhibition also marked the 1st anniversary of the campus’ Bella Café. To celebrate this milestone, ‘Bella Vintage’ – a clothing line by the student designers and teachers – was unveiled. There were also street dance performances, a mini theatre (‘The Arena’), and a mini…
Opened in 2011, Prince of Wales Island International School (POWIIS) continues to build its reputation in Penang and beyond. In 2017 POWIIS was shortlisted in the British International School Awards in London for its innovative student welfare programmes. For 2018, the school is again shortlisted this time in the Times Education Supplement (TES) prestigious UK Independent Schools awards, as one of only four schools in the ‘International School of the Year’ section (the only school in Asia). Principal Simon Leese notes: “We are building our Sixth Form. There are many options for students, but we are determined to be the…
The IB Juniors of Sri KDU International School organised activities to create more awareness on the plight of breast cancer patients. The activities comprised of a bazaar and cake bake sale, writing empowering messages and quiz during lunch time, sponging the teachers, Mufti Day fashion. Funds raised during this event were channelled to the Malaysian Breast Cancer Welfare Organisation which supports breast cancer victims, and to Breast Cancer Research Malaysia. Some of the proceeds will be used to build homes for underprivileged Cambodians through the IB CAS Cambodia Trip Fund.
The Master is delighted to announce that the Head of Marlborough College’s Prep School from September 2018 will be Mrs Rachel Eaton-Jones. She is an experienced Prep School Head who has led Trinity Prep School in Devon with distinction since 2012, and the significant growth in the school’s numbers reflects parental confidence in her leadership. A psychology graduate with a PGCE and a National Professional Qualification in Headship, she is an inspector with the Independent Schools Inspectorate. An enthusiastic sportswoman, Mrs Eaton-Jones has played and coached a range of sports, is a keen swimmer and enjoys directing school drama performances.…