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Rafflesia International School Opens

Published by SchoolAdvisor | Sep 06, 2013

Rafflesia International & Private Schools in 16 Sierra Puchong opened its doors to its pioneer batch of international students on 2 September 2013. Both students and parents were excited to explore, first hand, this “new generation” school with its eco-friendly state-of-the-art facilities. After attending a half-day orientation entitled "A Day of Life at Rafflesia’ on the previous Friday, students were anxious to start school on Monday to see their new friends and teachers again.

The day started with Year 1 to Year 9 students participating in fun ice-breaking activities in the Multi-Purpose Hall. Activities organized were tailored for students to learn to develop teamwork, social and leadership skills and above all to have fun! Teachers were pleased to see the positive response to the games. Together with the students, they are also looking forward to a fun and thrilling new academic year.

 A Year 2 student Joylivia Ling exclaimed, “I enjoyed my first day at school! We played fun games in the hall with the elder students, we learned Maths in class and I made two new friends. I really like my teacher too.”

 “The first day of school in a new school has always been an exciting shift for students. Adapting to new environments, developing friendships and relationships with different people, and adopting new values and routines in an international school environment is a great opportunity for children to start the process of developing 21^st Century skills, ” said Rafflesia International School Principal Christopher Edmunds.

 Dedicated to the vision and mission to provide world-class private international and national-system education for the 21^st century, Rafflesia International & Private Schools marks an exciting addition to the educational landscape of Malaysia. With the successful opening of 16 Sierra Puchong campus, Rafflesia has established itself as a market leader in preparing young people for their future. The Kajang campus will be opening its doors in January 2014.

 Rafflesia International Schools offer International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for Nursery to Year 6 students, the Cambridge Secondary blended with elements of the National Curriculum of England (NCE) for the Year 7 to Year 9 students, and the Cambridge IGCSE Curriculum for the Year 10 and Year 11 students.

Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia are some of the foreign languages offered at Rafflesia. Mandarin is a subject that is highlighted at all levels and the school believes that it will equip student with bilingual skills. In addition, developing the language skills will create opportunities for students to work with companies with international links in the future.

Co-curricular activities are specifically tailored to broaden students’ skills, talents and interests in a wide range of fields. Through these activities, they learn to develop teamwork, physique, social and leadership skills as well as discipline and responsibility.

Students at Rafflesia are taught by highly-qualified and experienced educators from Britain, New Zealand, South Africa, Malaysia and Singapore. The programs of study offered are designed and tailored to serve the needs of the next generation of global thinkers and leaders.

Both Rafflesia campuses are designed to facilitate the educational process in every way. Incorporating Future School features, the schools are equipped with the latest ICT infrastructure to enhance productivity and learning. Each classroom is fitted with Apple TV and students perfect daily learning with the use of iPads, iMacs and Macbook laptops. The school is fully covered with WiFi hotspots.

All classrooms are air-conditioned, other amenities provided are built with the purpose to encourage and support the holistic development of students beyond the classroom. The amphitheatre, workshops, laboratories and bookshops complement teaching and learning experience. Sports facilities include a badminton court, basketball court, squash court, volleyball court, tennis court, swimming pool and a large sports field. Medical services and pastoral care are provided to ensure the wholesome development of Rafflesia students.

The Principal commented the school's vision: “The formula at Rafflesia is simple, but powerful. We educate your child by emphasizing traditional values in the context of a global vision. We cherish the gifts of the past and the amazing mosaic of culture that surrounds us in the present, while preparing your child to meet the future challenges of the 21^st century.”

Rafflesia International & Private Schools are currently open for enrolment for January 2014 intake. The school is organizing its Open Days on 21, 22, 28 and 29 September at the 16 Sierra Puchong campus. Interested parents are welcome to enquire at 03 8953 9088 or email  enquiry@rafflesia.edu.my.

   

Information Communication Technology (ICT) is one of the subjects enjoyed by students at Rafflesia Schools