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Nationalities
| Number of students |
1220 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
34 |
| Most common nationality |
Malaysian |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
TIS Kuala Lumpur offers English Support to students whose English is weak, in two different ways. Most students fit the category where they need more practice in English and so they are able to manage in the mainstream lessons. These students will receive support in their English or Literacy lessons. This differentiated support is part of the normal lessons.
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| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
Year 2 and above, one class consist of 25 students. Early Years till Year 1, the number of students rage from 16 to 20 students per class. |
| Average number of students per class |
25 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes for Primary School |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Technology is used in every lessons as a tool to support learning. Every classrooms uses interactive whiteboard as part of the teaching tool as well as laptops for the students' research and lesson purpose. |
| 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 we are prepared to have school lessons through online video conferencing |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
The external examination would be the Cambridge IGCSE examinations |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
It varies depending of the age of the child. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Students have access to a qualified education counsellor. |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
The nature of the assessment varies for different levels and may require meeting a member of the academic staff. |
| Waiting list |
Yes. Where places are not available, applicants are placed on a waiting list for admissions in chronological order according to the date on which the School receives the completed Application Form with the required documents and Application Fee. However, the School reserves the right to refuse admission for any reason it deems fit. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
There is no deadline for registration. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
Early Years: 8:15 am
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| School finish time |
Early Years: 12:30 pm
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| Supervised care before/after school |
After School Care provides an option for families who need after school childcare in a safe and secure environment for their children, from Nursery and Reception who have older siblings in the school.
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| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes, the school cafeteria provides a variety of food and drinks that ranges from Chinese, Malay, Indian and Western cuisine. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
The food in our school is all halal. We also provide vegetarian food for students who are vegetarian. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Art, taekwondo, speech and drama, ballet, football, skating, robotics, cooking, basketball, chess, badminton, ,hip hop dance, rhythmic gymnastic |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education, Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Netball and etc. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Library, science lab, art room, drama and music room, multipurpose hall, cafeteria, |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Sports Hall, basketball court, football field. |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Taylor’s International School, KL is an international curriculum school. It offers a global learning experience based on the highly valued National Curriculum for England to students from age 4 to 16. Taylor’s International School,KL has a history of providing a balance and holistic educational experience that focuses on Academic Excellence, Character Building and Physical Health and Development. Taylor’s International School is well known for its teaching excellence and for the distinctive quality of its graduates. The strong academic heritage has positioned Taylor’s at the forefront of Malaysian education. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
TIS Kuala Lumpur follows an international curriculum based on the highly valued National Curriculum of England. It caters for students from Early Years to Secondary and culminates with excellence in the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examination and qualification at the age of 16. Cambridge IGCSE is the world’s most popular international qualification. It is recognised by leading universities and employers worldwide, and is an international passport to progression and success. Although emphasis is given to global perspectives, the International Curriculum offered by TIS Kuala Lumpur embraces Asian values and literacy in Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin. |