Overview
School Type
Preschool, International School, Boarding School
Curriculum
Levels Offered
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Boarding
Available
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About Nilai International School
Nilai International School (NIS) is a Cambridge-focused international school in Putra Nilai, Negeri Sembilan , offering a British-style international education for both day and boarding students.
The school describes its approach as holistic and child-centred , with the aim of developing well-rounded individuals who are prepared for life beyond school. It combines the Cambridge curriculum with a strong emphasis on personal development, languages, sports, creativity and independent learning.
NIS is particularly notable for its small-group teaching environment , with typical class sizes of around 10–20 students . It also operates a dedicated Learning Support Team and provides boarding on campus.
Primary School
Years 1–6 | Approximately ages 5–11
NIS follows the Cambridge Primary curriculum , with teachers using cross-curricular approaches wherever appropriate.
The school describes Primary as the stage where children develop:
- Foundational literacy
- Numeracy
- Social and emotional skills
- Digital competence
- Independence
- Responsibility
- Creativity.
Key Stage 1 – Years 1–2
Students aged approximately 5–7 follow a broad and balanced Cambridge Primary curriculum. Lessons are differentiated and students have opportunities to work both independently and collaboratively.
Key Stage 2 – Years 3–6
Students aged approximately 7–11 progressively develop greater independence and responsibility. The school also introduces independent study skills to help students prepare for Secondary School and lifelong learning.
Cambridge Primary Checkpoint
At the end of Year 6, students can sit the Cambridge Primary Checkpoint examinations.
NIS uses the Checkpoint assessment as an international benchmark before students move into Cambridge Lower Secondary.
Secondary School
Years 7–11 | Approximately ages 11–16
NIS follows the Cambridge Lower Secondary curriculum for Years 7–9 , followed by Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10–11.
Key Stage 3 – Years 7–9
The curriculum prepares students for the Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint examination at the end of Year 9.
Subjects include:
- Art & Design
- Computing
- Digital Literacy
- English
- English as a Second Language
- Cambridge ICT Starters
- Mathematics
- Music
- Physical Education
- Science
- Mandarin
- Bahasa Melayu.
The school describes this stage as providing a broad and balanced foundation before students specialise at IGCSE level.
Cambridge IGCSE
Years 10–11 | Approximately ages 14–16
NIS's IGCSE course covers the whole of Key Stage 4 and runs for approximately 20 months , from the beginning of Year 10 through the IGCSE examination period in Year 11.
Core Subjects
- Mathematics
- English
- Science
Additional Subjects
Students can choose from:
- Art & Design
- Biology
- Business Studies
- Chemistry
- Mandarin
- Economics
- Physics
- Combined Science
- Additional Mathematics
- English Language
- English Literature
- ICT
- Computer Science
- Bahasa Melayu.
NIS describes its IGCSE programme as providing breadth while allowing students to specialise according to their strengths and future plans.
NIS operates a green, low-rise campus with academic, sports, boarding and student facilities.
Academic
- Smart Boards and Smart Panels
- Science rooms
- ICT rooms
- Robotics room
- Art rooms
- Music rooms
- Libraries
- Computer facilities
- Wireless network
- Flexible learning spaces.
Learning Support
The school has a dedicated Learning Support Team with its own suite of rooms for students requiring additional assistance.
Sports
The Sports Complex includes:
- Indoor badminton courts
- Gym
- Dance studio
- Covered swimming pool
- Outdoor basketball facilities
- Football facilities.
Students can also access specialist facilities for:
- Golf
- Fencing
- Archery
through nearby Nilai University and Nilai Springs Resort .
Outdoor
NIS provides separate playground areas for:
- Early Years
- Primary
- Secondary
The campus also includes an Eco-School Trim Trail and Eco-Garden promoting outdoor activity and environmental awareness.
Boarding: Available
NIS offers both full boarding and weekday boarding .
Full Boarding
Students remain in the boarding environment throughout the school term, subject to school closure periods.
Weekday Boarding
Students stay during the school week and return home during designated weekends.
Boarding Accommodation
The boarding facilities include:
- En-suite rooms
- Single rooms
- Twin-sharing rooms
- Common Room
- Supervised study area
- Games/movie area
- Pantry
- Refrigerators
- Microwaves
- Kettles
- Hot/cold water dispensers
- Dedicated laundry room
- 24-hour security.
The boarding model is particularly focused on creating a family-style residential community , with House Parents living on site.
NIS describes its educational approach as holistic, inclusive and child-centred.
Child-Centred Learning
The school places the child at the centre of its education philosophy, with teachers providing closer individual attention through small classes.
Academic Foundation
The Cambridge pathway is designed to establish strong academic foundations before students progress to IGCSE and post-secondary education.
Independence
Students progressively develop independent study skills, particularly in Primary Key Stage 2 and Secondary School.
Well-Rounded Development
NIS explicitly states that academics are not the only focus, encouraging participation in sports and extracurricular activities.
Malaysian Identity + Global Education
The school combines a British/Cambridge academic environment with strong Mandarin and Bahasa Melayu language teaching and a distinctly Malaysian context.
Boarding & Life Skills
The boarding environment is designed to develop responsibility, tolerance, respect, independence and self-esteem within a structured community.
Nilai International School Fees
Application Fee
RM1,000
*Non-refundable
Enrolment Fee
RM2,000
*One-time payment
Resource Fee (per term)
RM850
*3 terms per academic year
Medical Insurance for Boarding Students (per year)
RM420
*Optional for non-boarding students
Bus Service (per month)
Seremban > NIS > Seremban: RM250
Kuala Lumpur > NIS > Kuala Lumpur: RM360
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Nilai International School | Contact Details
Address
Nilai International School No. 3, Persiaran Universiti, Putra Nilai, 71800 Negeri Sembilan.
Phone
6068502188
enquiry@nis.edu.my
Website
http://www.nis.edu.my