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CityKuala Lumpur
CurriculumsIB and American
Leaving qualificationsIB Diploma, SAT, and ACT
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 3 to 18
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Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications IB Diploma, SAT, and ACT
Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 16 students / class
Maximum 21 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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Yearly fees: from: RM35,580
to: RM121,276
Address: Jalan Kiara Taman Sri Hartamas 50480 Kuala Lumpur Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Number of students

650

Number of nationalities represented in the school

55

Most common nationality

USA, South Korea, Malaysia, India, China, Japan, Netherlands, Australia, Sweden & Canada

Ratio of local students to international students

Currently, about 14% of our students are Malaysian. The M'KIS student population mainly consists of expatriates affiliated with the Malaysian International Trade group, multinational companies, and the foreign service.

Native English speaking teachers

M'KIS teachers are predominantly native English speakers ( from America, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand). Below 10% have English as a second language.

Language support for students not fluent in English

PreK-3, PreK-4, and Kindergarten (KG) students are not engaged in formal English as an Additional Language (EAL) classes, but are immersed in a language-rich environment where they naturally absorb the language.
For Grades 1-5, M'KIS has English as an Additional Language (EAL) classes for students. It may be EAL Intensive or EAL Support, depending on the proficiency level of the student.
For Grades 6-10, M'KIS has English as an Additional Language (EAL) classes for students who are still learning English. EAL Support programme students receive support based on their individual needs.

Additional language classes offered by the school

French, Korean, Mandarin and Spanish. There are also Dutch and Swedish classes after school.

Max. number of students per class

21 students

Average number of students per class

16 students

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Classroom Support Staff are employed in all Preschool through Grade 3 classrooms.

Use of technology in the classroom

M'KIS uses smartboard in the classrooms. The school has a 1 to 1 technology program from Kindergarten through Grade 5. From Grades 6-12, M'KIS has a Bring your Own Device (BYOD) program.
From Kindergarten to Grade 2, students are assigned iPads. From Grades 3-5, students are assigned Chromebooks.

Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)

M'KIS is well-prepared to support virtual learning, and has successfully done so during the Covid-19 pandemic using a variety of technology tools and platforms, including Google Classroom, Google Meets, and Seesaw. Teachers also use a variety of creative tools to record stories, lessons, music, etc, and engage in collaborative learning and interaction with students.

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

M'KIS is a truly diverse international school, serving students from over 50 different nationalities. The school welcomes students of all religions, and there are no religious class requirements.

External examinations or assessments available

M’KIS is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and a full-continuum IB World School. The school offers all High School students a course of study leading to a US High School Program Diploma. The majority of High School students choose the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma programme and thus graduate with both an IB Diploma and the M’KIS High School Diploma.

Results in these examinations

M'KIS students score well above world averages in IB exams and perform strongly on the SATs and ACTs, enabling them to gain admission to many tier 1 and 2 universities. For the 2022-2023 cohort, 30% of M'KIS graduates scored 40 points and above, with an average point score of 35. M'KIS students have achieved a 100% pass rate for four consecutive years.

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes. Students are assigned homework starting in Grade 1.

Approximate hours of homework given

It varies based on the grade level, between 15-40 minutes per class in Middle and High school.

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

100%

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

M'KIS supports students who have mild learning differences, but do not have the facilities to support those whose needs are in the moderate/severe range.

Learning support offered

Limited Learning Support for students requiring adaptations but not modifications to complete our curriculum requirements.

The school supports gifted, able and talented students

Differentiation instructions take place within the classrooms; in High School, advance and higher level courses are offered.

Student access to education psychologist

Currently, access is coordinated through off-campus support.

Entry evaluation for students

Yes, a holistic admissions assessment is given, and multiple measures are used to determine student acceptance and placement. This varies per grade level.

Brief description of entry evaluation required

Students in PreK-3, PreK-4, and Kindergarten undergo a brief, developmentally appropriate assessment. All students in Grade 1 and above take an admissions assessment that assesses reading, writing, and math skills. For students who are still in the process of acquiring English, an English as an Additional Language (EAL) assessment is also administered. EAL support is available up to Grade 10 for students who are still acquiring English.

Waiting list

This varies depending on the grade level.

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

As an international school, M'KIS is accustomed to students joining partway through the year, and the school works diligently to ensure a smooth transition, allowing students to settle and thrive in all aspects.

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes

School start time

8.00 AM for all grade levels.

School finish time

1:10 PM for PreK-3 & PreK-4; 2:40 PM for Kindergarten to Grade 12.

Supervised care before/after school

No

School bus service available

Yes, a dedicated school bus service is available to students who choose to opt for this service.
The bus service is also available to accommodate students who are participating in after-school activities and/or sports events.

M'KIS is strategically located within the Mont Kiara suburb, a safe hub and a prime residential location for expatriates. 80% of M’KIS community live within walking distance to M'KIS.

School provided lunches

Yes, however, these are not included in the school fees.

Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

Yes. M'KIS canteen is halal and also caters for vegetarian students.

Uniform required

Yes

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

M'KIS offers After School Enrichment Programs, Elementary School Extracurricular Programs and Saturday Enrichment Sports. The programs include a wide range of interest-based, subject-based and sports-based activities, such as photography, art, dance, music, robotics, crafts, public speaking, STEM, engineering, soccer, swimming, Tae Kwon-Do, Karate, and more. There are also many Student Clubs and Service Organizations available, including Model United Nations (MUN), National Honor Society, Animal Welfare, Chess Club, Homes for Malaysia, Helping Hands, Green Club, Media Club, Global Issues Network, and many others.

Sports activities included

Mandatory Physical Education is provided for classes up to Grade 10, while Physical Education electives are available for students in Grades 11 to 12. M'KIS offers a full range of sports including soccer, touch rugby, tennis, badminton, basketball, swimming, volleyball, softball, track & field, cross country, and more. The school has both boys' and girls' sports teams for most sports, and throughout three seasons, they compete in AIMS and SEASAC leagues.

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Yes, SEASAC and AIMS leagues.

Facilities at the school

Library, 400-tiered seat Theatre, Science Labs, Computer Labs, dedicated STEM Lab, Product Design Lab, Art & Ceramics rooms, Music rooms, Dance studio, Cafeteria, and Health office equipped with automated external defibrillator (AED), nebulizers, wheelchairs, beds and other health-care resources manned by two trained nurses.

Sports facilities at the school

25m swimming pool, indoor climbing wall, outdoor climbing wall, full-sized air-conditioned main sports hall, air-conditioned elementary school sports hall, two sports fields, gym/fitness room (cardio, weights and kickboxing), dance studio, two courtyards, basketball courts, volleyball courts, badminton courts, a fitness multi-purpose room, ECE playground, tennis courts, futsal court.

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

M'KIS ethos is as follows:

MISSION
Educate to improve our global community by enhancing the creative, emotional, social and academic talents of the individual child.

VISION
Educational excellence in a diverse and compassionate personalized learning community.

VALUES
Throughout our school community, we value:
* Belonging and Connection
* Kindness and Compassion
* Excellence and Positivity

Teaching approach of the school

Educate to improve our global community by enhancing the creative, emotional, social and academic talents of the individual child. As lifelong learners, our students will acquire the skills and attitudes necessary to be caring, independent, productive, and responsible citizens ready to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

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