ACMAR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

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ACMAR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLAn International School of Choice

Internationally Recognised Education 03

Mission & Values 05

Why AIS? 08

Curriculum 09

- Early Years

- Primary

- Secondary

Co-Curriculum Activities 11

School Facilities & Services 13

Frequently Asked Questions 17

Come Visit Us 19

ACMAR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL 2

Welcome to AIS

I am Honoured to be the first principal of AIS (Acmar International School). The school

offers academic year group from (ages 3-16) Nursery, Reception primary, and secondary

using the renowned UK curriculum of IEYC, IPC, and IGCSE. We offer great opportunities

for all the young people. It is our goal to make each and every student succeed and it is

the goal of the staff at AIS to work with you to create a rich learning environment for all

students.

We offer our students the best possible opportunities to become confident, thoughtful

young people who are prepared for any future challenges, in an exciting and increasingly

global world.

At Acmar International School, we are very proud of our caring, inclusive ethos where we

set high standards and expectations for our students to achieve and behave their very

best. From the moment a new student joins our school community we want them to feel a

sense of happiness and belonging, as this is essential to their future success. Our superb

facilities and dedicated staff will enable us to deliver our Programmes in an environment

that is intimate, friendly and attuned to every specific educational need.

Acmar International Primary Curriculum gives a comprehensive, thematic, creative

curriculum, with a clear process of learning and specific learning goals for every subject.

And we shall strive to improve term on term and year on year. AIS curriculum is carefully

designed to be both accessible and challenging for all students, irrespective of their ability.

AIS adopted the subject of the global perspective of all levels of academic -- an approach

which takes into account the whole of human society and the environments in which

people live an emphasis on the future, the dynamic nature of human society, and each

person’s capacity to choose and shape preferred futures.

Our curriculum development and exam office we have incorporated the technology into

teaching by using a server-based approach where all the teaching syllabus is monitored

and able to access by the students and teachers. Besides a strong team of academic

teachers, we also conduct various CCA (co-curriculum activities) Sports and our

prestigious school’s orchestra.

We, administrators, teachers, and staff are here to make sure you have a successful

experience. As a member of this distinguished institution, I hope you will be inspired to

overcome the obstacles – academic, financial, personal and emotional - that will present

themselves.

I look forward to welcoming you to ensure the best standard of education and personal

development for your child.

Dr Danny Ghee (EdD)

PRINCIPAL OF AIS

Where today’s scholars meet tomorrow’s challenges.

Internationally Recognised EducationAcmar has been established with 20 over years of history as one of the education pioneers

in Klang Valley. It’s well rounded holistic approach is aimed at nurturing children’s progress in

academics, sports, mental & social development. Nurturing 21st century skills and knowledge like

robotics, drones, electronics & coding. We provide state-of-the-art facilities in a conducive learning

environment.

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SCHOOL MISSION• Provide quality education for the holistic development of creative,

intellectually critical and socially responsible individuals.

• Committed to excellence, integrity, service to school and community and

support the country’s aspiration in being a regional educational centre.

SCHOOL VALUES• ValueOneself

Be honest, ethical and practise strong moral values.

• RespectOthers

Treat all members of the community equally and with mutual respect.

• BeResponsible

For yourself and others.

• BeCaringandHelpful

Reach out and touch the lives of others in positive ways.

SCHOOL MOTO• WisdomandLove

Our school educators and administrators define education as holistic approach.

Through their experience at the School, students will have opportunities to discover

their own uniqueness and personalise their learning experiences. Come to where you belong.


We believe the most effective type of education is when your child simply

enjoys learning. Every learner’s journey is one that is personal to them, and as

educators our challenge is to identify what it is about each individual learner that

helps them learn better and then tailor our teaching to suit that learner.

By incorporating the latest methods and research in creative collaboration, we’ve

created dynamic spaces that work as multidisciplinary learning centres. Learners

can study across subjects and learning styles, individually and in groups.

We are firm of the view that there are three groups of people involved in

educating young people: teachers, parents and the wider community. At Acmar

we regularly invite parents to attend workshops run by staff. These workshops

are designed to help parents understand our learning philosophy and values so

that they can better support their children at home.

To develop self-regulation and enable learners to make appropriate choices and

decisions about their learning. Learners are encouraged to be independent to

learn through an enquiry approach where appropriate.

Technology use is part of how we work at Acmar, but it does not define how

all learning is delivered. We encourage our teachers to think about how to

use technology effectively, so that it enhances engagement and the learning

experience. Across the school, technology integrators guide teachers and work

with learners to embed technology to deepen the learning experiences.

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To thrive in today’s world, young people need both breadth and depth in their educational experience. Acmar

fosters interdisciplinary learning across subjects. We also give learners ample opportunity to explore their

interests and cultivate uniquely differentiated strengths.

CURRICULUM

eARLyyeARS

Acmar International School offers the International

Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for children between

the age of 3 and 7 years old. It is a balanced and

holistic programme that provides a rich breadth of

activities and opportunities for the development of

the whole child.

The IEYC is a new research and inquiry-based

curriculum, recognising global best practices in

early childhood education and the developmental

needs of the 3 to 7 year olds. It supports key areas

of learning through holistic enquiry and play-based

approaches that cover all curriculum areas including

personal, social and emotional development. The

IEYC’s approach to learning is inspiring, and the units

are based around exciting themes aimed to capture

children’s natural curiosity.

PRImARy

The Primary School starts from Year 1 to Year 6, for

children between the age of 5 and 11 years old.

Acmar International School follows an inquiry-based

approach to learning. Our curriculum is based

around the highly successful and child-centred

International Primary Curriculum (IPC). It is a

comprehensive curriculum with a clear process of

learning and with specific learning goals for every

subject, for personal learning and for international

mindedness. We further strengthen the curriculum

through the use of the Cambridge International

Primary Curriculum framework for Literacy (English),

Numeracy (Maths) and Science.

SeCOndARy

The Secondary Curriculum programme is designed

to challenge learners to think independently, make

connections, and apply knowledge to real-life

situations through the range of subjects offered. As

children progress through Years 7 to 9, they become

self-motivated and enquiring learners, ready to take

on the challenges of the IGCSE examination courses

through Years 10 and 11.

Our extensive Secondary Curriculum is taught

by highly qualified specialists who demonstrate

adaptability to suit the ever-advancing digital age.

Assessment is an important element of learning at

AIS. Our teachers employ a wide range of formative

and summative assessment techniques for various

purposes.

Inspired educators. Gifted leaders.

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Enhanced CCAs are provided to students who wish to participate in non-school CCA activities such as golf , scuba

diving and tennis which are held at out-of-school premises. These activities are scheduled on non-school days and are

chargeable.

In line with the school’s aspiration to provide quality and dynamic CCAs, we have outsourced the services of professional

coaches for some of the CCAs and a fee will be charged on termly basis.

Here at AIS, we believe that all aspects of a child’s education should be well-balanced intellectually, physically and morally.

Hence, the need to provide a wide range of activities to ensure that every student has the opportunity to experience and discover

for themselves their inner talents, be it in academic, arts, music, drama and sports or any combination of these.

A variety of activities are introduced in line with our aim to produce well-balanced students, who are academically sound,

physically fit and with a fine character. As we continue to grow and expand, more special programs and activities will be added.

CO-CURRICULARACTIVITIES (CCA)

SPORtS CLuBS&SOCIetIeS unIfORmedBOdIeS

Badminton Drama Club Marching Band

Football Dance Club Scouts

Basketball Art Club Red Crescent

Futsal Magic Club

Table Tennis Chess Club

Swimming Photography & Drone Club

Taekwondo ICT Club

Netball Band & Music Club

Young Entrepreneur Club(Business Club)


Libary’sfrontdesk

SCHOOL FACILITIES & SERVICES

Library

ResourceHub(Library)

•Provideresourcesforrecreationalreadingandattempttofostera

love for reading for pleasure.

•Beafocalpointfortheteachingofinformationskillsandto

support independent study.

•Maintainaquietandattractiveenvironmentforstudy.

•AdviseonandmonitortheuseofICT in the Library context.

•Provideopportunityforstudentstohaveequalaccessto

resources for their educational needs.

ChatHauzkopitiam(Cafeteria)

The primary objective of the Chat Hauz kopitiam is to ensure:

•Foodservicesafety–foodandbeveragespreparedandserved

by the prestigious Klang Executive Club (KEC).

• Internalmanagementthatassurespropersanitationandcontrol

through appropriate food handling practices, training and licensing.

Menus are planned with an objective of ensuring good nutritional

balance. As far as possible, there is incorporation of seasonal and

fresh items or ingredients. In line with the international nature of

the curriculum that is offered, the menus are changed regularly,

and incorporate ethnic or regional food offering.

Each student is allowed to select a main item from the hot-meal

menu, which automatically comes accompanied with vegetables,

a carbohydrate and a dessert. The student may also select and

purchase additional portion of vegetables, salad or fruits. Water is

available throughout the meal period, without charge.

The exception applies to Early Years, Year 1-3 students, who will

typically have standard meal plans that have been pre-selected.

CreativeCove(ArtStudio)

Children are encouraged to express their creativity through the

arts, discovering new ways to unleash their talents and potential.

Learning about and through art is pivotal to develop well-rounded

children. It promotes creativity, critical thinking, teamwork and

problem solving skills. It encourages innovative thinking and creative

use of technology, an essential component in preparing students to

participate fully in a changing world.


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•Monitorthehealthandwell-beingof

students and employees.

•Conductregularmedical

examinations of students.

•Detectearlysignsandsymptomsof

health issues which may affect learning,

and encourage students to contact their

own family health care providers for

diagnosis and treatment.

•Monitorandmaintaingrowthand

development of students.

•Administernursingcareappropriate

to the identified nursing needs of the

student.

•Plan,implementandevaluatehealth

education programme for all students.

•Plan,implementandevaluate

immunization programme of all students

in the School, in accordance to the

guidelines and regulations stipulated by

Ministry of Health (MOH).

•Providefirstaidoremergencycareto

sick or injured students and employees.

• Identifyandeliminatehazardstothe

health and safety of students and

employees.

• Improvenutritionalstatusofthestudents.

HealthHub(Clinic/sickbay)

educatorHub(Staffroom)

On any given day, the educator hub (Eduhub)

at AIS is filled to capacity with teachers,

school leaders and support staff.

The Eduhub is not only a social space for

educators, but it is also a potential location

for professional learning communities

(PLC) and teacher inductions. It is an

important place for influencing curriculum

and resource decisions, a place for the

constitution of professional development.

AcmartunesStudios(musicStudios)

Music can have a transformative role in your child’s education and

is an important means for young learners to develop confidence in

expressing themselves in new ways. To facilitate this goal, students

attend regular music classes in our designated music studio 1 and

2. Students explore a variety of musical instruments, both popular

and traditional. In addition, music lessons are also available through

our popular School Band programme.

makerspace

Makerspace is a platform for learning and innovation: a place to

play, to create, to learn, to mentor and to invent. It helps students to

obtain critical 21st century skills in the fields of Science, Technology,

Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). This space provides hands

on learning, enhances critical thinking skills and even boost self-

confidence. Some of the skills that are learned in a makerspace

pertain to electronics, 3D modelling, coding, robotics, sewing and

even woodworking. Makerspace also fosters entrepreneurship and

being utilizes as incubators and accelerators for business start-ups.

ICT Hub

Technology as a tool is inevitable in the classroom as it gives

teaching and learning a new dimension. At AIS our philosophy is

that technology supports learning and engages students in unique

ways to suit all learners. Our state-of-the-art tools and programs are

coupled with world leading educators and an education technology

coaching program, designed to support not only students, but to

develop all teachers to use technology effectively. We also focus on

up skilling our school community to adapt to the changing nature of

technology and modern learning.

FREQUENTLYASKED QUESTIONS


WhatcurriculumdoesAcmarInternational

Schooloffer?

Early years (Age 3-7): International Early Years Curriculum,

IEYC. Primary (Age 5-11): International Primary Curriculum,

IPC. Secondary (Age 12-16): Cambridge International

Examination (CIE)

HowwillIknowiftheschoolenvironmentis

rightformychild?

Arrange a visit to the school. The best way to get a feel for

our environment is by visiting our school, experiencing our

wonderful facilities at first-hand, meeting our teachers and

observing several of our class.

Whatistheadmissionprocedures?

Set a date with the school to do a placement test (English

and Mathematics). A fee payment of RM500 will be charged

in order to take the test.

Aretheteachersqualifiedandtrained?

Yes, all the teachers at AIS required having at least a

degree in any field (preferable Master and PhD). The school

management provides professional development courses

(internal and external) for all the teachers from time to time.

HowmanyforeignteachersareemployedinAIS?

We have both expatriate and local qualified teachers. We will

maintain the ration of 30% of expatriate teachers.

Whatistheclasssize?

Maximum of 25 students per class.

Whoareourstudents?

Our students population features a broad range of ethnicities

and cultures found in Malaysia society as a whole, however,

we welcome students from all nationalities.

Whendoestheacademicyearbeginandend?

The academic year begins in August and ends in July the next

year. Each academic term will be 4 months. Term 1: August

to November. Term 2: December to March.

Term 3: April to July.

Whatarethestartinganddismissaltimes?

Early years: 8am till 1.30pm

Primary: 8am till 4pm

Secondary: 8am till 4pm

WhatistheallocationtimeforCCA?

Monday to Friday: 2.30pm – 4.00pm

Key facts for parents.


FROMPELABUHAN

KLANG

KLANGPARADE

1.3km

AEONJUSCO

1.4km

SETIA CITY MALL

8.6km

GIANT

9.1km

AEON BIG

4.8km

TESCO

8.8km

TAMANENG ANN

BANDAR BARU KLANG

SekolahSri Acmar

Sekolah Rendah Sri Acmar

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Persiaran Bukit Raja

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SHAPADU HIGHWAY

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COME VISIT USNOTES

T: +6(03)-3344 8045/3343 8045

F: +6(03)-3344 7977

acmar.edu.my

PT 21156, Persiaran Rajawali,

Bandar Baru Klang, 41150 Klang,

Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia

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