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Malaysia, Johor Bahru
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CHIS offers IPC Primary (Year 1–6), the IPC-accredited primary curriculum. The IGCSE International Secondary School programme (Year 7–11) uses the English National Curriculum adapted for Southeast Asia, followed by Cambridge IGCSE. The Sixth Form Cambridge A-Levels (Year 12–13) provides a pre-university pathway with a Cambridge A-Level qualification. CHIS is a Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) centre delivering IGCSE and A-Level courses.
Facilities include a dance studio, music and art rooms. CHIS offers a broad range of co-curricular activities in sports, arts, music and drama. The campus supports arts and creative development through these activities.
Beyond English, Mandarin and Malay are available to students. An Inclusion Department provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for learners with diverse needs. CHIS is a Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) centre delivering IPC and Cambridge curricula.
The CHIS House System promotes leadership and teamwork, with House Points awarded for participation and merit. A social community is fostered through activities such as Friends of CHIS. The school is a member of the HELP Group of Schools.
CHIS maintains an action-packed calendar of activities, events and trips for students. Parents can engage through the Friends of CHIS community. The school is part of the HELP Group of Schools.
Leadership is one of CHIS's ten Masteries, developing students who can lead on global issues. The Masteries also include Career and International Mindedness. Cambridge A-Levels prepare students for university study.
Student wellbeing is a priority; the campus is monitored by CCTV with security guards on duty around the clock, and a safeguarding policy governs staff welfare. CHIS operates Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:15 PM, with a calendar balancing local and international holidays. Facilities include two swimming pools, six science labs, a dance studio and other sports amenities to support physical and mental health.
Crescendo-HELP International School (CHIS) is a private international school located in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, serving students aged 3 to 18 years. CHIS offers a blend of the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and the Cambridge International Curriculum, guiding learners through Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and A-Level pathways. The school campus features a wide range of modern facilities including science and ICT labs, a multi-purpose sports hall, music and drama studios, design & technology rooms, and outdoor sports courts. Its A-Level hub is purpose-built to support academic independence and university preparation. A standout feature of CHIS is its Learning Pathways Department, which offers tiered support for students with learning differences and English as an Additional Language (EAL) needs. The school is IPC-accredited (2024–2028) and a member of FOBISIA, reinforcing its commitment to international best practices. Additionally, CHIS hosts vibrant co-curricular programmes such as Robotics, Acapella, Lion Dance, and Interhouse sports tournaments, helping students grow beyond academics through diverse experiences.
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