How to Choose the Right International School in Kajang

Why Kajang is a practical location for families

Away from the hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur city, Kajang is where homes are sprawled away from the urban buzz. Surrounded by Bangi, Cyberjaya and Putrajaya, both of which are populated by neighbourhoods and families, Kajang is also known for being adjacent to the infamous Sepang region while being tucked away from the liveliness of a city centre. It is no surprise that there are a handful of international schools in Kajang to leverage on the peaceful environment.

Surrounded by greenery and hills, students will find it easier to immerse in their studies.

If you are a family looking for a holistic school near Bangi, Putrajaya and Cyberjaya, we have another option to add to your list: an international school in Kajang.

What curriculum should parents look for?

In today’s world, there is an abundance of choices available for parents to choose from. With the arrival of diverse cultures in Malaysia, the education options follow.

To help parents make the most informed decision for their children, we have outlined the top curriculum options in Malaysia:

For parents looking for recognition, IGCSE and IB are the best options for their recognition and prestige. Parents are also advised to select a curriculum that bridges traditional by-the-book learning with hands-on learning while offering a well-rounded knowledge foundation to adapt to technological advancements.

This moderate balance of theory and practice offers adaptability and freedom for students to choose their future pathway when they begin their tertiary education.

Does the school prepare students for IGCSE?

As a recognised Cambridge school, we model both our Primary and Secondary curriculums around the IGCSE to guide them towards succeeding in the examinations.

Our teachers are encouraged to teach-by-doing and to innovate as they educate the students at our school so that they become extraordinary regardless where they go in the world. The schools’ learning principles are focused on ensuring that the students adopt a prepared, engaged and inspired mindset — to encourage their continuous approach to learning and to adapt for what the future has.

To further support students towards their IGCSE school journey, Tanarata International Schools does not employ the separation of Arts and Sciences in Year 10. Instead, we recommend parents and their respective children to select the optimum combination of subjects to begin preparing for preferred career paths and university education.

How important are facilities, student life and school environment?

On top of choosing the right curriculum, there are external factors that influence the school’s quality of teaching and learning: particularly the facilities, student life and school environment.

There are a handful of subjects that depend on the availability of facilities. For example, dissecting frogs to study its anatomy can only be performed with the existence of a laboratory. Without ample facilities, students’ ability to engage with certain subjects will be limited.

Ultimately, students would be less reluctant to learn about subject matters when they know the school is equipped with the necessary facilities.

In addition, no matter how good the facilities are, real-life examples and skills are required from students to be employable. It is important to take stock of how frequent the school organises trips beyond the classroom and how relevant these trips are to the student’s development. At Tanarata International School, we consider experiential learning through trips as part of our student body’s enrichment.

The school environment should also be taken into consideration: matters like noise levels, air circulation and lighting have been found to affect student performance.

To visit and experience a state-of-the-art international school in Selangor, you may book a tour with us.

Why fee transparency matters

It is natural for parents to have concern towards the curriculum, location, as well as the school facilities offered to nurture their children’s academic success. At the same time, parents have to worry about the total school fees for their children too.

We at Tanarata International Schools believe that transparency allows parents to compare pricing in education highlights choice. We also believe that with transparency in fee breakdown, we build trust and confidence that their money is being used responsibly for their children’s development. Transparency when it comes to money also allows for easier tracking and accountability.

Our fees take into consideration the maintenance of our IGCSE school, Kajang campus, facilities and our staffs’ competency.

Why parents should book a campus visit before deciding

From the curriculum, to school facilities and fees, it is important to get a good feel for where parents would want to send their child for school.

By booking a campus visit, parents will be able to observe not only the campus, but also how the students interact with each other and their surroundings.

While it is important to ascertain whether the school is equipped with the same facilities it has marketed, understanding the school’s culture can only happen during a visit.

School values and activities are important, too

We believe that when choosing the best school to enrol their child, parents should aim for schools that enhance the child’s learning experience — through facilities, environment and curriculum.

Other ways that a school can facilitate an immersive learning experience also includes:

• Multiracial, multicultural and multinational community to expand exchanges
• Stream of activities to encourage interactions and adaptability
• Active Community Club to stay on the pulse of school ongoings

We hope that with the information we shared, we can support parents and their plans towards making the best decision for their children’s education.

Parents are welcome to inquire with us further or visit our Cambridge school in Kajang about how we can prepare your child to be an engaged and inspired individual.