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Malaysia, Johor Bahru
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FCIS incorporates social and emotional learning into its curriculum, particularly within the Lower School program. The school utilizes the Second Step program to support students in developing social-emotional skills. Additionally, the Early Childhood School emphasizes the importance of social-emotional development as a foundation for future learning.
FCIS considers applications from students with additional learning needs and evaluates whether it has the resources to support each student's academic requirements. The school does not operate as a specialist SEN institution and may not be equipped to support all types of special educational needs.
FCIS offers an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program to support students whose first language is not English. All applicants are assessed during the admissions process to determine if EAL support is necessary. The EAL program is designed to help students develop proficiency in English to access the full curriculum effectively.
The school prioritizes the health and academic success of its students. The Health Centre operates from Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00, and on Saturday from 08:00 to 12:00, providing medical support as needed.
FCIS places importance on safeguarding and child protection, adhering to relevant policies and procedures to ensure student safety. The school complies with applicable regulations and standards to maintain a secure environment for all students.
Forest City International School (FCIS), established in 2018, is an American-style K–12 boarding and day school located in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. The school offers a curriculum based on the Common Core State Standards and incorporates Advanced Placement (AP) courses in high school. FCIS caters to students aged 3 to 18 and maintains a low student-to-teacher ratio of 4:1. The campus features facilities such as science laboratories, a STEM Innovation Center, an 850-seat theatre, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, an indoor golf practice hall with AI technology, and a professional-grade fitness center. A distinctive program at FCIS is its indoor golf practice hall equipped with AI technology, providing students with advanced training opportunities.
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