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Malaysia, Johor Bahru
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Mount Safa International Islamic School integrates SEL into its curriculum through programs like the Tarbiyah Module, which emphasizes character development, moral values, and spiritual growth.
Additionally, the school offers individual psychotherapy sessions to help students understand themselves better, work through behavioral patterns, and provide a safe space to de-stress and address personal challenges.
The school provides support for students with special educational needs through its Special Needs Students Development Unit (SPDU). This unit offers tailored learning assistance, focusing on helping students develop academic skills and confidence within an inclusive classroom environment.
While the school supports various learning needs, it is not a specialist SEN institution.
Mount Safa International Islamic School offers an Intensive English Program (IEP) designed to support students for whom English is an additional language. This program aims to enhance English language proficiency, ensuring students can access the broader curriculum effectively.
The school emphasizes mental wellbeing by providing individual therapy sessions, allowing students to explore their thoughts and feelings in a supportive environment. These sessions aim to help students gain clarity on their values, manage stress, and work through personal challenges.
While specific safeguarding policies are not detailed in the available information, the school's mission includes preparing students to be morally and socially responsible citizens guided by the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah.
Mount Safa International Islamic School, established in 2012 in Johor Bahru, offers a distinctive education combining the Cambridge International curriculum, Malaysian KSSR/KSSM syllabus, and a robust Islamic studies program. Catering to students aged 4 to 16, the school teaches primarily in English, with Arabic and Malay as additional languages. A signature feature is its Jilul Quran Program, which emphasizes Quranic memorization and understanding alongside academic studies. The campus includes modern science labs, ICT suites, and dedicated spaces for STEAM and robotics programs. Specialized support is available through the Special Needs Development Unit (SPDU) and enrichment tracks like the Intensive English Program (IEP) and Mathematics Enrichment Program (MEP). Conveniently located near the Singapore border, Mount Safa attracts both local and international families seeking a structured academic path rooted in Islamic values.
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