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British, International, and Malaysian
Ages 3 to 16

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CitySarawak
CurriculumsBritish, International, and Malaysian
Leaving qualificationIGCSE
Languages of instructionEnglish and Malay
Age RangeAges 3 to 16
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Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications IGCSE
Language of instruction English and Malay
Native English and Malay teachers
Extra languages (other than English and Malay)
Class sizes Average 15 students / class
Maximum 25 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
School's webpage:
Yearly fees: from: RM11,340
to: RM40,590
Address: Lot 10700, Block 5 Jalan Desa Senadin Kuala Baram, 98000 Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia
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All the details about this school in their own words

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Number of students

Approximately 536 Students

Number of nationalities represented in the school

22 different nationalities

Most common nationality

Malaysian

Ratio of local students to international students

86.4% local students to 13.6% International students

Language support for students not fluent in English and Malay

EAL

Additional language classes offered by the school

Mandarin

Max. number of students per class

25 students per class

Average number of students per class

15 students per class

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Use of technology in the classroom

Our school uses Digital Devices such as Smartboards, Tablets and Digital Pads. During Digital Literacy or STEAM, 3D Printing is part of the lesson besides ICT. Apart from that, we do have E-Library for students to read books online instead of a physical book. There are various online learning tools or platforms that we use that are beneficial to our students.

Parent Portal was introduced to ease communication between Teachers and Parents. Communication between students and teachers is via Microsoft Teams. Our students will also use this platform for group discussion.

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?

Islamic Education for Muslim students

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

Our school has designated rooms for Muslim students. A classroom for Islamic Education and 'Surau' for prayer. Our Muslim students are permitted to perform Friday Prayer at the Mosque, located outside the school.

External examinations or assessments available

IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education)

Results in these examinations

IGCSE 2023/24
17% A*
43% A* - A
71% A* - B
91% A* - C

100% PASS

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes

Entry evaluation for students

Entry Assessment

Brief description of entry evaluation required

CAT4 and Interview with Head of School

Waiting list

Yes

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes

School start time

8:00

School finish time

15:00

Supervised care before/after school

No

School bus service available

No

School provided lunches

Yes, however they purchase directly from Canteen Operator

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

All food is halal and students can order alternative food options from the Canteen Operator

Uniform required

Yes

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

Badminton, Gymnastics, Tennis, Taekwondo, Muay Thai, Crossword Puzzle, Colouring and Handwriting in BM, Designing with Canva, Miniature Art and Craft, Sing< Move and Fun, Swimming, Touch Rugby, Volleyball, Scouts, Karate, Art Club, Band Jam, Bingo, Classic Fun Games, Word Search, Creative Games and Fitness, Football, Netball, Drama, Agama, Kelab Pencipta Alam, RBT, Cultural, Red Crescent and more

Sports activities included

Physical education and Swimming

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Yes

Facilities at the school

Science Labs, Creative and Performing Arts, Music Suite, Art Studio, Design and Technology Lab, Library, Auditorium, Canteen, 25m Swimming Pool, Multi Purpose Courts (Indoor & Outdoor), Sport Pitches, Play Area, Medical Room (with Certified Nurse on campus)

Sports facilities at the school

- 25m Swimming Pool
- Basketball, Netball and Multi Purpose Courts (Indoor & Outdoor)
- Football Field

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

Our Motto
*Nurturing *Inspiring *Empowering

Our Vision
Empowering lifelong learners to create a positive global impact.

Our Purpose
At Knewton Global Schools we are…

Nurturing learners to lead successful, fulfilling lives.
-We believe that when students are supported and guided as they learn, they will build the confidence and resilience to take on greater academic challenge. We believe in educating the whole child for academic and personal success.

Inspiring global citizens to make a positive difference.
-We believe in developing units of instruction that require students to actively engage with the world around them. We believe that through learning students develop skills of critical thinking and collaboration, as well as the capacity for empathy.

Empowering individuals to be confident and proactive.
-We believe in the ability of our students to take increasing ownership of their learning and behaviour, make wise decisions, and solve problems creatively.

Our Learner Attributes
-Adaptable
-Collaborative
-Communicators
-Inquisitive
-Principled
-Reflective
-Resilient
-Respectful
-Responsible
-Thinkers

Teaching approach of the school

Knewton Global Schools provides educational consistency for students through an uninterrupted journey from early years, to primary school, and into secondary school.
Level of education offered:
• Pre-School: Early Years and Foundation Class
• Private National School: Standard 1 to Form 5
• International British School: Year 1 to Year 11

At Knewton Global Schools, we aim to nurture, inspire and empower our students to be the best that they can be. From our youngest learners in Pre-School to our Senior students, Knewton Global Schools students are encouraged to lead successful and fulfilling lives as confident global citizens who will make a positive difference to their community and the wider world.

Knewton Global Schools is about more than following your chosen curriculum and passing exams. It’s the support of the teachers, students and families, the opportunities outside the classroom and the buzzing environment, which all bring energy and ambition to our continuous learning culture. Whether you choose the British international or private national curriculum, every moment is focused on nurturing, inspiring and empowering our students to reach their fullest potential.

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