Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
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APIS follows an enhanced UK curriculum leading to IGCSE exams. Two distinct curricula are available on the Subang campus: APIS (British international) and Asia Pacific Smart School (APSS, Malaysian national). Students consistently achieve top IGCSE and SPM results and gain entry to top universities in Malaysia and around the world. The learning framework uses a research-backed approach with high-impact assessments to monitor progress and guide learning.
Co-curricular life includes arts, sports and clubs as part of the overall learning experience.
Early Years provides a tri-lingual environment with English, Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia. APIS promotes multilingualism by developing proficiency in multiple languages while supporting home language development; students also learn additional languages such as Chinese or French as first or additional languages.
Students engage in clubs, sports and international opportunities. They participate in experiences such as Model United Nations, international chess competitions and collaborative projects that build teamwork and leadership.
Future Pathways provides personalised guidance for university and career choices and access to specialist opportunities and scholarships. The school uses the Cambridge-based Life Competencies framework (through Camtree) to develop essential skills for learning, collaboration and leadership. Being part of International Schools Partnership expands international opportunities and networks for student leadership and global engagement.
Sports and physical activity are integrated into co-curricular life through clubs and opportunities beyond the classroom. The Life Competencies framework also fosters self-leadership, reflection and resilience to support students' wellbeing and readiness for life beyond school.
Asia Pacific International School caters to students aged 2 to 16. providing a curriculum grounded in the English National Curriculum, progressing to the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) in primary years and preparing students for the Cambridge IGCSE examinations by the end of Year 11. The campus features extensive facilities, including a full-sized football field, a 25-meter saltwater swimming pool, various indoor and outdoor courts for sports, and specialized spaces for creative arts like music studios and art studios. Distinctive programs include a trilingual learning environment in the Early Years, supporting English, Mandarin, and Bahasa Malaysia.
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