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Who is Invictus International School in Malaysia?

Invictus is a forward-looking international school that provides a high-quality education at an accessible cost. Founded in Singapore and meticulously developed by the academic board leadership into a trusted international brand, Invictus focuses on holistic education and character development with an emphasis on leadership, multilingualism, technology, and highly effective Singapore Mathematics.

How does it compare to other schools?

Invictus has an excellent track record, offering premium and affordable education in the region. Our tuition fees are relatively lower in comparison with other international schools.

Where are your teachers from?

Our teachers come from all parts of the world and we select teachers on their ability to provide the best learning experiences to our students. Almost all of our teachers come from International School teaching backgrounds and have evidence of continuous professional development to ensure current best practice in the classroom.

What curriculum is used at Invictus International School in Malaysia?

At Invictus, we utilise the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for students aged 4 to 5. They then transit to the National Curriculum of England  curriculum, and onward to the Cambridge Lower Secondary curriculum, which aids in a natural progression into the Cambridge IGCSE programme and finally to the Cambridge A-Levels and after which into their university of choice.

For more information please check out our curriculum page here.

What is Singapore Mathematics?

Singapore mathematics is a teaching method based on the national mathematics curriculum of Singapore used for Year 1 to Year 6. The term was initially coined in the United States to describe an approach developed initially in Singapore, which teaches students to learn and master fewer mathematical concepts at greater detail and having them learn these concepts using a three-step learning process. The three steps in this process are concrete, pictorial, and abstract. In the first step, students engage in hands-on learning experiences using tangible objects such as chips, dice, or paper clips. This is followed by drawing pictorial representations of mathematical concepts. In the lower grades, we focus mostly on the first two stages. Students then solve mathematical problems abstractly by using numbers and symbols at the higher levels. Singapore Mathematics has been adopted successfully in at least 25 countries and helps.

What is the student-teacher ratio in each classroom?

Each class will have a maximum of 25 students, with our Early Years classes having a maximum of 20 students.

What about Music and Art at Invictus?

Music and Art are integrated into the curriculum and taught by our specialist teachers. At the higher levels, they are taught as individual subjects.

Do students have Physical Education lessons and outdoor play?

Our purpose-built campus has an outdoor playground and students are allocated sufficient outdoor playtime. Physical Education also features prominently in our curriculum. You can find out more about our campus here.

What are the school hours and are there any Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs)?

School currently starts at 7:45 am and ends at 3.30 pm. Children can also join the ECAs after school (from 3.30 pm to 4.20 pm), and the cost of attendance will be payable to the vendors.

What are the after-school Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs) offered?

We offer after-school ECAs from 3.30 pm to 4.20 pm at Invictus International School. Activities vary by semester. Some examples of ECAs may include Languages, Swimming, STEM Education, Art and Music. ECAs are subject to change and are offered based on availability and demand.

How does my child purchase food during break and lunch?

Lunch is available at the school cafeteria and is payable by a Cashless system called Vircle. Children can also bring their own lunch or snacks. We have a strictly no nuts policy as well as no sweets, chocolate, fizzy drinks or energy drinks.

Are students required to wear a school uniform?

All Invictus students are required to wear the school uniform on campus. The uniform is different depending on the age of the child but consists of tartan dresses and skorts, a navy blue polo shirt or white dress shirt and shorts or trousers. Children are required to wear closed-toed black shoes with neutral coloured socks in navy, black, gray or white. For sports children should wear white or neutral coloured trainers. Flip-flops, Crocs and sandals are not acceptable. 

Is there transportation or school bus services?

Due to the low demand currently, Invictus is unable to offer any school bus services. However, the school might look into providing such services if there is sufficient demand in the future. There are school buses available through a private provider and information about this can be found at reception. 

What and Why is there a Pre-Admissions Assessment? Do I need to prepare my child?

The pre-admission assessment is put in place to get an accurate representation of each student's learning needs upon entry to Invictus. The assessment allows us to have an insight the students ability level so we can ensure we provide the student with the best possible support. 

How much does the Pre-Admissions Assessment cost?

The cost of the assessment is included in the RM1000 Registration Fee.

Can I sit with my child during the assessment?

Regrettably, we do not allow parents to sit with their child for the assessment. We need to be able to assess your child independent from your relationship with them as a parent. Parents will be asked to say “goodbye” to their child as they go to a classroom with a friendly teacher. Please prepare your child for this separation.

How long does the assessment take?

The assessment will take approximately 60 minutes. You are welcome to wait in our lobby or come back later to pick up your child.

When will we get the results? What are the next steps?

You should hear back from our admissions department within one week of your child taking the assessment. If your child passes the assessment he/she will either be offered a place in the school or put on our waiting list. 

How can I see and have involvement in my child’s learning development?

At Invictus, we work on an open reporting and transparent system including parents in their child’s learning development by sharing updates from teachers weekly or when appropriate.  Additionally, we provide termly academic reports and invite parents into our Parent-Teacher conferences and lesson showcases. We actively encourage parental involvement in the development of their child’s learning journey. Our Wellbeing programme involves not only your child but the whole Invictus community with special events held to bring everyone together in a collaborative way.

How much homework is assigned?

We believe in assigning homework not as “busy work”, but rather as a means of re-extending concepts, building connections and practicing skills. The amount of homework students receive varies by year group and age. Additional details are available in the parent handbook and through are homework guidelines.