Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
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KGIS aims to develop students' social, emotional, physical, and intellectual well-being. The school incorporates Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through its curriculum, particularly within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) where "Personal, Social & Emotional Development" is a core subject.
The school does not present itself as a specialist SEN institution although it aims to provide personalized support within an inclusive learning environment, acknowledging that students have differing paces, styles, and needs. Specific details regarding dedicated SEN provisions, specialized staff roles, or the precise types of Special Educational Needs it can support are not publicly available.
The school provides language support for students who are not yet fluent in English. The school employs dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) teachers who work to design and deliver targeted language instruction. This support is offered to individual students or small groups, and EAL teachers collaborate with classroom teachers to ensure students are supported across the curriculum as they acquire English proficiency.
KGIS considers the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of each student as part of its educational approach. However, specific provisions, dedicated programs, or identified staff roles solely focused on mental wellbeing support for students are not publicly available.
KGIS manages safeguarding and child protection primarily through a comprehensive 12-Point School Security Plan. This plan details various provisions to ensure student safety on campus. Key measures include a secure compound with fences, gates, and electronic access manned by screened security personnel. All staff are thoroughly vetted and trained in security measures, while students receive training on being security-conscious. The school also employs strict visitor screening, requires identification tags for all individuals, and uses CCTV surveillance across the campus. Dedicated policies are also in place for student drop-off zones, leave procedures, and a central security alarm system with regular fire evacuation and lock-down drills.
Kingsgate International School provides a British curriculum covering Early Years Foundation Stage through to Cambridge IGCSEs and A-Levels for students aged 2 to 18. Notable facilities include dedicated Innovation Labs, science labs, a swimming pool, basketball court, and a sports field. A distinctive program is its partnership with SMLab for a comprehensive STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) initiative. This collaboration offers students practical, hands-on projects, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills through real-world applications.
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