Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
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MIGS is located in Ampang Jaya, a well-regarded residential area in the eastern suburbs of Kuala Lumpur that is popular with expatriate families. The school is conveniently situated for access to the city center and is close to various amenities including shops and restaurants.
The school is structured into three main sections: Early Years (for students aged 3-5), Junior School (for students aged 5-11), and Senior School (for students aged 11-16).
MIGS is a co-educational day school. It does not offer boarding facilities.
The school can accommodate students with mild Special Educational Needs (SEN). Parents are advised to inform the school of any specific needs upon application so that an accurate assessment can be made. For students who require support with their English language skills, the school offers an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program at no extra cost. This program provides either small group pull-out sessions or in-class support, depending on the student's needs.
The school does not have a formal affiliation with any particular country.
The school does not have a specific religious affiliation.
The school day starts at 7:45 am for all students. For Nursery, the day ends at 12:30 pm, while for Reception and Junior School it ends at 2:30 pm (12:30 pm on Fridays). The Senior School day concludes at 3:15 pm (12:30 pm on Fridays).
The school works with external transport providers to offer a bus service to students. This is a private arrangement between parents and the transport operators, and the vehicles are equipped with safety belts and are air-conditioned.
Mutiara International Grammar School (MIGS) offers a British-style education for students aged 3 to 16, following the Cambridge Assessment International Education pathway and culminating in the IGCSE examinations. Facilities include five science laboratories and two computer labs. A distinctive feature of the school is its weekly themed assemblies for both Junior and Senior schools. These assemblies provide a platform for students to develop public speaking, acting, and other theatrical skills. For younger students, there is a "Reading Olympics" to encourage reading.
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