Malaysia, Sarawak
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Woodlands International School is located at Jalan Salim, in the town of Sibu, Sarawak. It is situated in a suburban area near residential communities, with convenient access to Jalan Oya and key parts of Sibu town, making it accessible for families across the region.
The school is divided into Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary levels, with education offered from age 3 up to Year 11 (IGCSE).
Woodlands is a co-educational day school. Boarding is not provided, and students commute daily.
While the school does not publicly advertise a specialized Learning Support Department, the school’s emphasis on a “holistic, interactive and child-centred approach” suggests that students are supported through differentiated instruction and personalized engagement in the classroom.
Teachers are described as experienced and internationally diverse professionals who adapt creatively to students' academic and developmental needs. The school also fosters a collaborative atmosphere involving families and the community, which further reinforces its commitment to inclusive education.
The school is not affiliated with any country.
WIS is also a secular school without any religious affiliation.
Children enrolled in the WINS Angel programme can attend either half-day or full-day sessions. The half-day schedule runs from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM, Monday through Thursday, with dismissal at 12:00 PM on Fridays. Full-day students attend from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, also ending early at 12:00 PM on Fridays. For families needing additional care, extended hours are available until 5:00 PM.
Meanwhile, students in Pre-Kindergarten (PK), Reception 1 (R1), and Reception 2 (R2) follow a consistent full-day schedule from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, and finish at 12:00 PM on Fridays. Like WINS Angel, they can also opt for extended care until 5:00 PM.
The school does not have publicly available information on their primary and secondary day structure.
The school does not offer a bus service.
Kindergarten & Early Years:
Kindergarten Angels: RM 6,400 per year (RM 1,600 per term)
Pre-Kindergarten: RM 7,600 per year (RM 1,900 per term)
Reception 1 (R1): RM 9,000 per year (RM 2,250 per term)
Reception 2 (R2): RM 9,900 per year (RM 2,475 per term)
Primary School:
Lower Primary (P1–P3): RM 13,000 per year (RM 3,250 per term)
Upper Primary (P4–P6): RM 15,600 per year (RM 3,900 per term)
Secondary School:
Lower Secondary (Y7–Y9): RM 17,000 per year (RM 4,250 per term)
Upper Secondary (Y10–Y11): RM 20,600 per year (RM 5,150 per term)
One-Time Fees
Assessment Fee: RM 50 (Kindergarten), RM 80 (Primary & Secondary)
Application Fee: RM 250 (Kindergarten), RM 500 (Primary & Secondary)
Registration Fee: RM 500 (Kindergarten), RM 1,000 (Primary & Secondary)
International Student Fee: RM 800 (all levels)
Deposit: RM 2,500 (Kindergarten), RM 3,750 (Primary), RM 4,500 (Secondary)
Discounts
Upfront full-year tuition payment: 3% discount
Sibling discounts:
2nd child: 2%
3rd child: 5%
4th and subsequent children: 10%
Additional Annual Charges
Student Insurance: RM 25 per year (limited to school-related activities)
Technology/Resource Fee: RM 300 per year (Primary & Secondary)
Refund Policy
WIS requires a refundable deposit (RM 2,500–RM 4,500 depending on the level), which is returned upon withdrawal if all accounts are settled, school property is returned, and the required notice is given. However, the deposit is typically non-refundable in cases of application withdrawal.
Payment Methods
The school does not publicly specify accepted payment methods.
Woodlands International School, located in Sibu, Sarawak, is a private co-educational school established in 2013. It offers a full international curriculum for students from Nursery through to A-Levels, following the English National Curriculum and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) in the early and primary years. In the secondary years, students follow the Cambridge IGCSE pathway, with the option to continue to Cambridge International A-Levels. The school is equipped with modern facilities designed to support both academic and personal development. These include science laboratories, ICT suites, a library, sports fields, music and drama rooms, and dedicated early years classrooms. Woodlands places a strong emphasis on holistic education, providing a balanced environment where academic subjects, sports, performing arts, and leadership opportunities are all part of student life.
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