Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
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Straits International School Rawang has a modern, secure campus outside Kuala Lumpur. The campus features modern science labs, ICT suites, a dedicated Early Years centre, a dining room and outdoor learning spaces. Primary and secondary libraries, a dance studio, and art, music and drama suites support academic and creative work. Sports facilities include a 25m indoor swimming pool, futsal court, outdoor football field, three badminton courts, a basketball court and a full-size football field. A multi-purpose hall supports performances and events, and safeguarding measures include CCTV and an on-site nurse.
The sports facilities include a futsal court and an outdoor football field, three indoor badminton courts, a basketball court and a full-size football field. The campus also includes a 25m indoor swimming pool and a multi-purpose hall used for sports and events.
Academic facilities include a primary science lab and three secondary science labs (Biology, Chemistry and Physics), an ICT suite, and primary and secondary libraries. An Early Years centre provides a secure, nurturing space for younger learners.
Clubs, sports and opportunities provide a dynamic co-curricular programme. ISP Artists, ISP Changemakers, ISP Chess Masters, ISP Cultural Exchange, ISP Scientists, ISP Filmmakers, ISP Virtual Exchange and ISP Model United Nations are offered.
Straits International School in Rawang catersfor students aged 3 to 16, offering the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) alongside the UK national curriculum, leading to Cambridge IGCSEs in the secondary years. The school emphasizes language learning, with English as the medium of instruction and additional instruction in Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin during the Early Years and Primary levels. Located in the developing township of Tamansari, the school facilities include a 25-metre indoor swimming pool, science labs for primary and secondary levels, ICT suites, and dedicated rooms for art, music, and drama. As part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), students have access to a network of schools, enabling participation in programmes like the ISP Model United Nations and Maths Challenge events, as well as other international learning opportunities.
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