Jesselton International School

Malaysia, Sabah

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The Jesselton International School (JIS) is located in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. The address is Lot 1, Jalan Kemajuan, Karamunsing 88000 Kota Kinabalu; the contact number is +6011-1779 9843 and the email is info@jisgroup.edu.my.

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JIS offers co-curricular and extra-curricular programs including the Jesselton International School Community Outreach Programme (JISCOP) and the Young Entrepreneur Programme (YEP). The school also runs a house system with Titan, Spartan and Trojan houses to support leadership and teamwork. There are more than 30 after-school activities and clubs, and a range of on-campus and off-campus opportunities linked to sports, arts and academics.

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Instructs in English

Fees MYR 14,190 - 37,500

Ages 4 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 250

Type Co-educational

Opened 2018

Bus Service No

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Jesselton International School (JIS), established in 2018, is located in the Likas area of Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. The school offers the British curriculum, catering to students aged 4 to 18, encompassing Kindergarten through A Levels. With an average class size of 14, JIS emphasizes personalized education. The campus is equipped with specialized facilities, including science laboratories, an ICT room, music and art rooms. JIS is known for its innovative programs like the Young Entrepreneur Programme (YEP) and the Jesselton International School Community Outreach Programme (JISCOP), which aim to develop students' leadership and community engagement skills. The school fosters a multicultural environment, welcoming both local and international students. While English is the primary medium of instruction, Malay, Mandarin, and French are also taught as language subjects.

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