Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
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Peninsula places importance on the holistic development of students, balancing intellectual skills with emotional, physical, and character development. The school strives to create a peaceful and secure environment that encourages the non-violent resolution of conflicts. The Primary School curriculum specifically supports students' social and emotional growth, and the Secondary School program promotes individual development and social responsibility.
The school supports students with Special Educational Needs by personalizing the curriculum to meet individual student needs. This includes differentiated instruction and specialized literacy support. While the school focuses on supporting learning challenges, it is not described as a specialist SEN institution.
The school provides support for students requiring English as an Additional Language. This support is determined based on an admissions assessment prior to joining the school. The school has dedicated staff, including a Head of Faculty for English, EAL, and ELC, as well as English/EAL teachers.
The school prioritizes the mental and emotional wellbeing of its students, aiming to foster a safe, secure, and positive learning environment. A notable initiative is the "Smiley Emoji Project," coordinated by the Primary Pastoral Care and Well-being Department and the Art Department, which encourages students to express themselves and enhances their mental and emotional health. The school's pastoral program also gives close attention to student development in the Secondary School years.
Information about the school's safeguarding policy are not available publicly.
Located in Setia Alam, Shah Alam, this school offers the Australian Victorian Curriculum for students from Kindergarten (aged 4-5) through to Year 12 (aged 18). Graduates earn the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE). The campus features specialized facilities including science and computer laboratories, a library, a football field, a gymnasium, a swimming pool, an auditorium, three theatres, and two tennis courts. A distinctive program includes an annual cultural exchange where Year 8 students from its Australian partner school visit the Malaysian campus for immersive cultural and academic experiences.
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