International School KL and education advices: What we know about teenagers is that friendships become paramount. For that reason, if you ask your child where she wants to go to school, the answer will probably be heavily—if not entirely—based on where her friends are going. So you need to ask yourself, “Do I feel good about this group of peers helping my child make key day-to-day decisions? Are these friends going to open doors for my child? Is being with the same group of peers going to prepare my child for a diverse college and work setting?”

Before your school visit, prepare some questions to ask the principal and teachers you meet. Some good questions listed at CNN include: How are teachers trained, supported and monitored? How are behavior problems handled at the school? How much homework is given to students? You will probably have a number of your own questions as well, based on the specific learning needs and temperament of your child. Write questions down before you visit to ensure you don’t forget to ask any of them.

The Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is one of the most acknowledged qualifications worldwide. Cambridge IGCSE courses are renowned for developing vital educational skills, including knowledge recall, oral skills, problem-solving, initiative, teamwork and investigative skills. The resulting qualification provides a foundation for higher level courses, such as Cambridge A level and AS Levels, of Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education;the North American Advanced Placement Programme and the International Baccalaureate. Explore even more details at Holistic preschool in Kuala Lumpur.

What people say about St. John International School ? Having spent the entirety of my secondary AND pre-university education in SJIS, I can definitely attest to the quality of education here. I could not be more grateful to have been guided by the supportive, experienced and dedicated teachers here, whose lessons go well and beyond the classroom. Of course, like any other school, academics are the forefront. However, it has always been instilled in us from day one that co-curriculars are just as important as our studies. With a wide selection of clubs and sports to choose from, students are given plenty of opportunities to explore activities. It is during these co-curriculars where we really get the chance to not only develop our skills in the specific activitity, but it also nurtures soft skills like teamworking and leadership. Even after graduating, I still feel a strong sense of pride to be part of the SJIS community. That’s why I love our Alumni network – they’re regularly organising activities for all of us to get back and reconnect with not only our former schoolmates, but our teachers as well.

SJIS presents a new milieu for students from different cultures and backgrounds to be nurtured in education, sports and extra-curricular activities excellence. We realise that a holistic education is also one that promotes values of respect for all and a sense of responsibility. Good discipline and strong student-faculty relationship are emphasised to create a mutual and respectful learning environment within the school. See extra details at www.sjis.edu.my.