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IB and British
Ages 3 to 18

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CityKuala Lumpur
CurriculumsIB and British
Leaving qualificationsIGCSE and IB Diploma
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 3 to 18
Boarding available - Yes
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Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications IGCSE and IB Diploma
Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 20 students / class
Maximum 24 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
School's webpage:
Yearly fees: from: RM44,730
to: RM99,570
Address: Jalan Diplomatik 3/6, Diplomatik Presint, 62050 Putrajaya, Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya, Malaysia
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School details

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Number of students

730

Number of nationalities represented in the school

36

Most common nationality

Malaysian

Ratio of local students to international students

50% local : 50% international

Native English speaking teachers

Yes

Language support for students not fluent in English

The school's English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Foundation English programme (FEP) is tailored to enable learners who have had little or no exposure to the English Language to develop fluency and competence in English at a pace suitable for their abilities, so they are able to follow the curriculum at Nexus International School.

Additional language classes offered by the school

Mandarin, Bahasa Malaysia, Spanish, Korean

Max. number of students per class

This varies according to the age of the child but as a general guide the school's maximum class size will not exceed 24.

Average number of students per class

20

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Use of technology in the classroom

Nexus International School Malaysia has been named as an Apple Distinguished School for 2014–2016 being recognised as an exemplary learning environment for innovation, leadership, and educational excellence.
The Apple Distinguished School designation is reserved for programmes that meet rigorous criteria in 5 areas: Visionary Leadership; Teaching and Learning; Ongoing Professional Development; Compelling Evidence of Success; Flexible Learning Environment.

How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion?

In compliance with Malaysian regulations, our school offers Islamic Studies for muslim learners as a timetabled subject and as an optional co-curricular activity.

External examinations or assessments available

IB Diploma, IGCSE

Results in these examinations

IGCSE: 86% of all learners achieved at least 1 A*/A grade
IBDP: Learners achieved an average of 34.1 points (world average - 30.32)

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes (Secondary onwards)

Approximate hours of homework given

Depends on subject and grade level.

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

Most of our students will continue on to a higher educational institution within 1.5 years of graduation from the school

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

The School has a dedicated inclusion team who provide additional support for selected learners.

Learning support offered

This support may be given within the mainstream class or, on occasion, learners may be withdrawn for specialist lessons. All applicants are assessed to see how the school is able to effectively cater for learners needs.

Student access to education psychologist

No

Entry evaluation for students

Assessment & Interview

Brief description of entry evaluation required

The nature of the assessment varies for different year groups and may require meeting a member of the academic staff. The assessment process is designed to ensure that the placement of all children will best meet their educational and personal requirements. The assessment is also designed to help ascertain whether a child would require specific support.

Waiting list

Yes, for students of Mainland China nationalities

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

No.

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes.

School start time

8:20 am

School finish time

3:30 pm (Monday - Thursday), 1.30pm (Friday)

Supervised care before/after school

No

School bus service available

Yes

School provided lunches

Yes. Learners will be given a student card that can be topped up with credits through an app that can be used to buy food in school.

Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

All meals are Halal as required in Malaysia.

Uniform required

Yes

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

Some of the activities offered at Nexus International School are: Swimming, Art, Warhammer, Gundam, Tennis, Taekwondo, Baking, First Aid, Primary Sign Language, Chess, Archery, Football, Photography, Debate, Orchestra, Choir, Running, Model United Nations, Journaling & Scrapbooking, Bouldering, Flower arrangement, Coding, Silat, Digital Design, Rock Band, Badminton, Jewelry making, Islamic Studies, Sign Language, AI & Programming, Board Games, Culinary Arts, Dungeons & Dragons, Wind Band, Math Olympiad, Running, Yoga, French, Public Speaking, Calligraphy, Zumba, Kickboxing, Water polo, Beatboxing, Cricket, Robotics, Drone Soccer

Sports activities included

Physical education, swimming.

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Yes. We are a part of FOBISIA and AIMS and regularly participate in inter-school tournaments.

Facilities at the school

Library, theatre, science labs, art room, music studio, dance studio, film studio, home economics room, makerspace

Sports facilities at the school

Swimming pool, tennis courts, football field, indoor gym, multi-purpose hall, playground, bouldering wall.

Grades/ages available for boarding

Ages 10 to 18

Boarding facilities at the school

Laundry, English Language Support, Airport Shuttle

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

Nexus International School Malaysia is more than just an international school. It is a place where young people come together to become global citizens of the future.
Nexus believes that the classroom is constantly evolving. Thus, it ensures that the latest teaching and learning methods together with state-of-the art technology is incorporated into the curriculum. Nexus takes great pride in challenging young minds and stimulating children's naturally inquisitive nature through acclaimed International Curricula. Heartily embracing diversity, we encourage full cultural assimilation between each student's individual ethnicity and history, with their host country Malaysia.

Teaching approach of the school

In the Primary School, children learn with the highly-appraised International Primary Curriculum (IPC) together with the British National Curriculum standards for Maths.
The IPC is a comprehensive, thematic, creative curriculum for 3-12 year olds, with a clear process of learning and with specific learning goals for every subject, for international mindedness and for personal learning. NISP has been awarded Mastering Status for its delivery of the IPC.

In the Secondary School, the curriculum is designed from year 7 to prepare students for a broad range of International General Certificates of Secondary Education (IGCSE) In Years 12 and 13 Nexus learners follow the highly regarded International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) after completing their IGCSE. The IBDP is an academically rigorous preparation for University designed to equip learners with the best foundation possible for entry into the world’s top universities.

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