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Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
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Social and emotional wellbeing is supported through the school's central counselling service and pastoral care system. Students can confidentially access the school counsellor for guidance on academic, personal, or social challenges. The school's character formation programmes and co-curricular activities, such as the Interact Club, also provide opportunities for students to develop resilience, leadership, and social skills.
SJIS does not operate as a specialist institution for SEN and does not outline specific programmes for students with additional learning needs.
The school requires a strong command of English, as it is the language of instruction for all subjects, including the IGCSE and A-Level examinations. The school does not provide a specific EAL support programme for students needing language assistance. A student's English proficiency is evaluated as a key part of the admissions and placement process.
Students have direct access to the school's "Counselling Corner," where a registered counsellor offers confidential support for a range of personal, social, and academic issues relevant to adolescents. This provision is a key part of the school's wider pastoral care network, which includes form tutors and heads of year. The aim is to provide a supportive framework to help students navigate the challenges of their teenage years.
The school's safeguarding policy is not available publicly through the school's website.
Located in central Kuala Lumpur beside the Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve, St. John’s International Secondary School educates students aged 11 to 18. The school provides a clear academic progression through the Cambridge curriculum, starting with Lower Secondary, leading to IGCSE examinations, and culminating in the A-Level programme for university entrance. The school's facilities support this curriculum with science labs, a library, and various sports courts. Distinct from many international schools, St. John's continues the long-standing educational mission of the De La Salle Brothers in Malaysia. This is evident in its focus on character building and service, with co-curricular options like the Interact Club and St. John Ambulance. The school also offers specialised clubs such as Debate and Drone Technology, preparing students for varied post-secondary pathways.
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