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YSISS is located along Jalan Casuarina in Petra Jaya, on the northern side of Kuching, Sarawak. The school sits within a quiet suburban area near government offices and residential neighborhoods, including Semariang and Kampung Gita. It is accessible via the Satok Bridge and Petra Jaya Bridge, linking it to the Kuching city center. The location offers a peaceful environment while remaining well-connected to key parts of the city.
Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School (YSISS) is divided into Lower Secondary and Upper Secondary sections. Students begin in Year 7 and continue through to Year 11, following the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum.
Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School (YSISS) is a co-educational school offering both day and boarding options. It serves students from Year 7 through Year 11. Boarding facilities are available for students who require on-campus accommodation, while others attend as day students.
The school uses a merit-based system to admit students and offers full funding for those from low-income families, making sure that financial background does not limit learning opportunities. Teachers focus on developing not just academic knowledge but also life skills, such as confidence, communication, and discipline.
YSISS also provides learning support through hands-on experiences. For example, students from the Sibu campus visited the TEGAS Digital Village to explore technology and science in real-world settings. Activities like these help students apply what they learn in class and gain interest in areas like STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). The school also has modern facilities such as science labs, computer rooms, and study spaces to help students stay engaged in their learning.
The school does not have a country affiliation.
The school is not affiliated with any religion. It is secular, and students from all religious backgrounds are welcomed.
The school does not have publicly available information on their day structure.
The school does offer a bus service.
Fees include:
School tuition
Textbooks
Daily meals
Exercise books are not included for M40 and T20 students.
By Economic Group:
B40 Group
Income: RM 4,850 and below
Fee per quarter: RM 0
Fee per year: RM 0
Status: Fully funded (free)
M40 Group
Income: RM 4,851 – RM 10,970
Fee per quarter: RM 300
Fee per year: RM 1,200
Status: Partially funded
T20 Group
Income: RM 10,971 and above
Fee per quarter: RM 1,050
Fee per year: RM 4,200
Status: Full fee paying
Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School is a government-supported secondary school for Sarawakian students. It follows the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum. Students study core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, along with other subjects based on their interests and strengths. The school is equipped with modern facilities including science laboratories, computer labs, sports areas, a library, and multipurpose halls to support both classroom learning and extracurricular activities. Lessons are taught in English, and students are encouraged to participate in school events, team projects, and cultural programs. YSISS is managed by Yayasan Sarawak, a state education foundation that has supported students and schools in Sarawak since 1971. The school currently has campuses in Petra Jaya and Sibu.
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