Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
112 students in the founding year, August 2023. |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
9 nationalities in the founding year, August 2023. |
| Most common nationality |
Malaysian, Japanese, Korean, |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
60% Local , 40% International |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, we offer English Enhancement Programme (EEP) |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Malay and French |
| Max. number of students per class |
The maximum number of students is 20. |
| Average number of students per class |
The minimum number of students is 15. |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No, they do not. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE |
| Results in these examinations |
NA |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
NA |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
Not available at this moment. Our school opens in Aug 23 for enrolling Year 7, 8 and 9 students |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Not at this moment |
| Learning support offered |
Not at this moment |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Not at this moment |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Not at this moment |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes, both the assessment and the interaction sessions are held. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
English test (for Years 7,8,9)
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| Waiting list |
NA |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
There are two application periods for the Aug 24 intake: a) Jan 24 & b) May 24 |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
No. |
| School start time |
The school starts at 8:00 am. |
| School finish time |
3:30 pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
No supervised care for students as the role of day care centre. Students may arrive and leave the school at a stipulated time. |
| School bus service available |
Yes, the school provides bus service for students who are participating in activities outside the school campus eg fieldtrip, excursion, going for competition etc. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes. |
| Uniform required |
Yes. |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
• Badminton
Club
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| Sports activities included |
Physical Education and Sports (Swimming, basketball, Badminton, Dodgeball, Volleyball, Football, Wall Climbing etc) |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, the school will organise annual sports day. Other sport activities and tournaments will be announced in due course |
| Facilities at the school |
Nestled within 50 acres of rich biodiversity, SISM boasts one of Malaysia's most picturesque international school campuses. The tranquil ambience, far from city disturbances, cultivates an ideal learning sanctuary. We take pride in our sustainable, environmentally conscious architectural designs, aligned with Green Building Index (GBI) requirements. These eco-friendly features are conducive for students. *Facilities:
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| Sports facilities at the school |
Field
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| Grades/ages available for boarding |
Year 7 & above |
| Boarding facilities at the school |
A. Fitness Zone: A facility for exercise and fitness training.
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| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Soka International School Malaysia (SISM) is a unique institution based on the Soka philosophy of value creation. We offer comprehensive education from lower to upper secondary Cambridge curriculum and pre-university levels. As the world's first international school embodying Soka's humanistic values, we are pioneering a new standard in international education. At SISM, we nurture an environment that promotes academic, intellectual, and personal growth. Our dedicated faculty fosters critical thinking, creativity, and social responsibility. Join our diverse community where knowledge is valued, and students are inspired to maximise their potential. Together, we are shaping future leaders and global citizens for the 21st century and beyond. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Humanistic Learning Model - Learning Joyfully and Purposefully
The humanistic learning model is a holistic approach to education. The main focus of this model is on the development of the human as a whole rather than the development of any single skill or knowledge deemed important at a given point in time. The humanistic learning model aims to promote self-actualization in students by emphasizing intrinsic motivation and the internalization of values rather than extrinsic motivation such as grades or rewards. a) Mastery Based Learning
b) Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
c) Dialogic Learning
d) Purpose Based Learning
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