Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
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1. Begin with an enquiry session and a school tour to learn about IDRISSI International School Setia Alam and its eco-friendly learning environment. This initial contact helps you understand the admission steps and plan the subsequent actions. The academic calendar begins in September, and enquiries and enrolment are accepted throughout the year.
2. The admission process requires an assessment. Preschool candidates participate in a trial class; Primary candidates take English, Mathematics and Science assessments along with reading and speaking tests; Secondary candidates are assessed in English, Mathematics and Science (Year 7–9) and, for Year 10, in English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography and Computer Science (if applicable). The assessment schedule varies by age.
3. After assessment, proceed with registration and pay the applicable fees. The fees include an Application Fee and a Registration Fee, and a refundable Deposit; other charges may apply as listed in the fees schedule. Registration and fee payment finalize the enrollment.
4. A visa application is part of the admissions process. The process includes visa arrangements for international students, handled as part of the transition to Malaysia. The admissions team provides guidance and required documents to support visa submission.
IDRISSI International School, founded in 2015, is a private eco-Islamic international school in Malaysia offering the Cambridge International Curriculum alongside Islamic education. It caters to students from preschool to secondary levels and operates campuses in Setia Alam and EduCity, Iskandar Puteri. The school combines academic subjects with environmental and community-based activities like composting, animal care, and sustainability projects. Students also learn multiple languages including English, Bahasa Malaysia, Arabic, and Mandarin. Facilities include science labs, computer labs, sports courts, and a mini petting zoo.
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