Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
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Spectrum International School offers a British-based curriculum following the Cambridge International framework. Early Childhood (Pre-KG, KG1, KG2) combines play-based learning with the Finnish HEI Schools model and Islamic education, preparing students for primary schooling. Primary years (Years 1–6) follow Cambridge Primary, focusing on core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, along with Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Bahasa Malaysia. Lower Secondary (Years 7–9) continues with Cambridge Lower Secondary, building subject depth while incorporating STEAM activities and co-curricular programmes. Students in Years 10–11 take the Cambridge IGCSE, choosing from a range of academic and language subjects, and Year 12 offers Cambridge A Level qualifications for pre-university preparation. Across all levels, the curriculum integrates co-curricular activities, competitions, and religious studies to develop both academic and cultural understanding.
Spectrum International School’s Kuala Lumpur campus, located in Kenny Hill, opened in 2016 and welcomes students aged 3 to 18 across Early Childhood, Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form stages. The school follows a British curriculum, integrating Cambridge Primary and Secondary, IGCSE, and A Levels, alongside Islamic education. The campus features modern learning spaces—including interactive classrooms, science & ICT labs, a media library, art studio, gym, and a swimming pool for KG to Year 6 learners. Students can enrich their experience through STEAM, Chess, Drama, Debating, Cooking, Gardening, and sports like Swimming, Taekwondo, Futsal, and Archery. Leadership opportunities and community programmes, such as the Ramadan Food Basket initiative, underscore its focus on values and service. Transportation services are available across Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, and languages taught include English, Arabic, and Bahasa Malaysia.
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