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Why is BSKL Sixth Form the right pathway before university abroad?

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Making decisions about university and future careers: when is the right time?

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Four ways our teachers help your child to meet their university expectations

Introducing Global Campus Junior: Learning made fun for early years students

Nord Anglia Global Campus takes education beyond the classroom. Bringing together our 69 schools around the world, it is a fundamental part of how we teach our students to be truly global citizens. The highly personalised learning platform provides a safe space for students to connect and collaborate with each other, and offers a huge variety of engaging extra-curricular activities. It is an essential part of how BSKL students explore independent learning.

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The Learning Journey: How your child continues to achieve their potential

Whether in the classroom or learning with us through our virtual school - each individual student, their unique learning journey and their academic goals are at the heart of what we do.

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Academic transition for mid-year joiners - top tips for parents, part 1

Starting school mid-year is surprisingly common, especially in international schools where families come and go more frequently. However, here at The British International School of Kuala Lumpur, we understand moving schools mid-year can be difficult and parents are likely to have some concerns such as, ‘Will my child be able to catch up with the work?’; ‘Will my child make friends easily?’; and ‘How will my family fit into the school community?’

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Academic transition for mid-year joiners - top tips for parents, part 2

Moving to a new school can be a daunting experience, particularly if this involves settling into a new country and culture. At The British International School of Kuala Lumpur, we pride ourselves on providing a warm and welcoming environment. 95% of parents say their child is happy at our school and happiness is something we continuously strive for. Our transition programme has been designed to support new students and their families through each step of the process.

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Pursuing Academic Excellence

BSKL has consistently produced outstanding results and the 2018/19 academic year was no different.

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The benefits of a well-rounded education

The British International School of Kuala Lumpur (BSKL) is one of the top international schools in the country which is noticeably highlighted through its academic success. However, academia is not the only area the school excels in.

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Teacher Talk

NAIS Dublin’s head of primary Lisa Cannell shares how it’s a daily privilege to watch a child learn and why it’s important for young people to have an education that enriches both the mind and soul.

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Unleash Your Creativity

Creativity isn’t a trait unique to those who pursue the arts. Educators say it’s a way of thinking that leads to imaginative and unique solutions to all types of real-world problems.

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Back to the Classics

Students learn far more playing in an orchestra than just learning to perfect the sounds of the music on their own.

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How does BSKL ensure mid-year joiners in Secondary are supported academically?

Moving schools can be a time filled with anxiety for parents and particularly children, who are dropped into a new environment with challenges ranging from building social relationships to finding their way around their new school buildings (which often sounds easier than it actually is).

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How using visual cues in Early Years helps mid-year joiners with EAL settle in quickly

We recognise that moving to a new school and starting your first ever school can be daunting for a child of any age, but imagine this transition as a very young child with few previous experiences to draw on for reassurance, and when you don’t speak the same language as most of your peers and adults.

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Can studying the performing arts create successful students?

If you want your child to excel academically, socially and personally, can studying the performing arts be a key to success? Laura Rea, Music Teacher and Southeast Asia Regional Lead for the Juilliard-Nord Anglia Performing Arts Programme at the British International School, Hanoi (BIS Hanoi) says studying the performing arts can help students gain key skills and qualities to prepare them for their future.