Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
100 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
6 |
| Most common nationality |
Malaysian |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
70% Malaysian 30% International |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin |
| Max. number of students per class |
22 |
| Average number of students per class |
10 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Classrooms equipped with smart board technology. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Yes, Islamic Studies |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE |
| Results in these examinations |
100% passing rate |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Cat 4 |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:30 |
| School finish time |
Monday, Tuesday and Friday: 15:30
|
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Bowling, swimming, snooker, badminton, football, basketball, netball, fencing, golf, Taekwondo, table tennis, futsal, sewing, drama, board games, music, editors club, student council, reading club, computer club |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Science Labs (Physics, Chemistry, Biology & General Science) |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Swimming pool, gymnasium, sports complex, running track, football pitch. |
| Grades/ages available for boarding |
Secondary (11 years old onwards) |
| Boarding facilities at the school |
Food, leisure activities |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Nilai International School is equipped with state-of-the art technologies and a rich range of academic resources that allow pupils to achieve the best education. NIS hires highly qualified and quality teachers to deliver the Cambridge International syllabus. The home grown teachers in subjects like Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin and Islamic studies are of the same outstanding quality. Professional development is at the forefront of the school ethos. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Our teaching approach is inquiry-based and collaborative, encouraging students to ask questions, explore ideas, and engage in hands-on learning. Teachers act as facilitators, guiding students to discover knowledge and develop skills independently. We recognize that every student is unique. Our small class sizes and personalized learning plans ensure that each child receives the attention and support they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. As an international school, we foster a multicultural environment where students learn to appreciate diversity and develop a global mindset. Our curriculum includes global issues, languages, and cross-cultural exchanges to prepare students for an interconnected world. Beyond academics, we emphasize the importance of character development and well-rounded growth. Our extensive extracurricular programs, including sports, arts, and community service, help students develop leadership, teamwork, and resilience. |
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