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Malaysia, Johor Bahru
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Fairview International School Johor Bahru is located in Bandar Dato’ Onn, a residential township in the northeast of Johor Bahru. The area is accessible via the North–South Expressway and is about a 20–30 minute drive from the city centre. It is situated in a quieter suburban area, which includes residential developments and local amenities.
The school is structured into Primary and Secondary levels, following the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). It serves students from Reception (around age 4) up to Grade 11 (around age 16). Students typically move to Fairview’s Kuala Lumpur or Penang campus for the final IB Diploma years.
This is a co-educational day school that welcomes both boys and girls. Off-campus boarding options are available, though boarding is not located on the school premises.
There is limited publicly available information about dedicated provisions for Additional Learning Needs.
The school does not have an official affiliation with any specific country.
The school does not have a religious affiliation and operates as a secular institution.
The typical school day runs from approximately 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with designated breaks for morning recess and lunch. Specific schedules may vary slightly by age group and day of the week.
A school bus service is available and managed by third-party providers coordinated through the school. Routes generally cover the main residential areas around Johor Bahru. Parents can arrange for pick-up and drop-off through the school office. Transport fees are typically billed separately from tuition.
Fairview International School Johor Bahru, established in 2008, is located in the suburban area of Bandar Dato’ Onn, Johor Bahru, Malaysia. The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) for students aged 4 to 16. The campus includes facilities such as a multi-purpose hall, air-conditioned classrooms, auditorium, school field, basketball court, canteen, IT resource centre, library, performing arts rooms, and sports halls . A distinctive feature of the school is its emphasis on inquiry-based learning, encouraging students to explore subjects actively and develop critical thinking skills . Additionally, students participate in expeditions and excursions, including trips to the Fairview Eduresort in Port Dickson, enhancing their learning experiences beyond the classroom
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