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Malaysia, Johor Bahru
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The school offers the Cambridge Pathway from primary through upper secondary, including Cambridge Primary (Year 1–6), Cambridge Lower Secondary (Year 7–8), and Cambridge Upper Secondary (Year 9–11). Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge O Level options are available in upper secondary. The school is a Cambridge examination centre since 2022. English is the medium of instruction for all subjects, with Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin taught as language subjects.
Arts and Music are included as part of the curriculum, with Art & Craft and Music listed among the other subjects. The program supports arts and creative expression through these subjects.
English is the language of instruction; Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin are taught as language subjects. English is used in school at all times except during language classes, and Bahasa Malaysia is encouraged on Wednesdays.
Extracurricular activities include Leadership & Character Development and Life Skills as part of ECAs, with many additional options available.
Wholistic education is emphasized, with exposure to arts, social issues, and the development of character as part of the student experience.
Leadership development is integrated through ECAs such as Leadership & Character Development. Dedicated teaching staff support students, and there is a partnership with parents to foster student growth.
Class sizes are capped at 25 pupils to support close teacher–student interaction. The school provides a 4,000-square-foot library for study and relaxation, computer labs for coding and IT skills, and sports facilities that include two futsal courts and one basketball court. Wholistic education underpins daily life at the school.
Cornerstone International School (CIS) in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, is a private international school. The school offers English-medium education from Year 1 to Year 11, preparing students for the internationally recognized International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examination offered by Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), part of the University of Cambridge, UK. The school's motto, "Encourage, Equip, Excel," reflects its commitment to fostering a supportive and enriching learning environment. Facilities at CIS include air-conditioned classrooms, a library, science laboratories, an IT resource center, art and music rooms, a basketball court, and a canteen.
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