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Malaysia, Genting Highlands
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HIBS fosters social and emotional development through its structured boarding environment, which emphasizes self-management, discipline, teamwork, and respect for others. The co-educational setting provides opportunities for boys and girls to develop social skills within a safe and structured environment that maintains privacy and safety for all students.
HIBS is not a specialist SEN institution and may not have the facilities or staff to support students with more complex or intensive needs.
HIBS provides a Special English Language Proficiency program to support students for whom English is not their first language. This program aims to enhance students' English proficiency, enabling them to access the curriculum effectively.
Highlands International Boarding School (HIBS) supports student mental wellbeing through its Counselling Department, offering both individual and group sessions in a confidential setting. The team also conducts career guidance programmes and assists with student orientation. Counsellors play a role in helping students adjust to school life and support those navigating disciplinary issues. These services aim to promote emotional resilience and a positive school experience.
HIBS has adopted and practices policies to ensure good governance and to provide a safe and conducive environment for students to grow and develop. The school has an anti-bullying policy in place, prohibiting all forms of bullying, with offenders referred to the school's disciplinary body.
Highlands International Boarding School (HIBS) is situated in the serene Genting Highlands, approximately 50 km northeast of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Established in 1999, HIBS offers the Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level curriculum for students aged 11 to 18. The school's location at 3,000 feet above sea level provides a cool climate conducive to learning. HIBS accommodates both boarding and day students, with about 60% residing on campus. Boarding facilities include separate halls for boys and girls, each equipped with study rooms, computer labs, and medical bays. A distinctive feature of HIBS is its HI-BLEND program, a blended learning approach for Years 7 to 9, combining 17 days of virtual learning with 3 days of on-campus classes and extracurricular activities. The campus boasts facilities such as science and computer labs, a library, a gym, a swimming pool, and courts for various sports. Students are encouraged to participate in at least two extracurricular activities per term, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.
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