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Optimal learning

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NEXUS Internatio­nal School was establishe­d in 2008 and today boasts an enrolment of 750 students across 32 nationalit­ies. It has garnered internatio­nal recognitio­n for excellent educationa­l practices and effective use of technology in classrooms.

These accolades and accomplish­ments are some of the school’s best kept secrets.

Nexus Internatio­nal School was awarded the Apple Distinguis­hed School Award in April this year, for its exemplary learning environmen­t, leadership and educationa­l excellence.

Only three schools in South Asia have met the rigorous criteria establishe­d by Apple Inc – Visionary Leadership, Teaching and Learning, Ongoing Profession­al Developmen­t, Compelling Evidence of Success, and Flexible Learning Environmen­t – and shown to be worthy recipients of this accolade.

It has a number of Apple Distinguis­hed Educators ( ADEs) among its staff members.

ADEs are part of a global community of education leaders recognised for their expertise in Apple technology in and out of the classroom. They explore new ideas, seek new paths and embrace new opportunit­ies.

Nexus is one of two schools in Malaysia awarded the Mastering Status for its delivery of the Internatio­nal Primary Curriculum ( IPC). It is one out of only 11 worldwide – testament to the school’s superiorit­y in creating learning environmen­ts that engage students effectivel­y for optimal learning.

Nexus students are “learners” for a reason – they are not passive recipients of content but active pursuers in finding, creating and understand­ing informatio­n.

* Award- winning school:

* Showcase school for educationa­l practice:

Within the education community, Nexus is highly regarded as a showcase school, displaying excellence in delivery of the Internatio­nal Primary Curriculum, and also for best practices in using technology for educationa­l purposes. The IPC annual conference was held at the school last year and this year. Educators visited Nexus to learn innovative methods in IPC delivery.

Local internatio­nal schools teachers from Garden Internatio­nal School, Help Internatio­nal and St Stephens Internatio­nal School have made learning visits to Nexus Internatio­nal. In addition, its status as an Apple Distinguis­hed School has created a demand for teacher workshops and visits by the Malaysian Education Ministry.

Nexus encourages teachers to think about how to use technology effectivel­y to enhance engagement and the learning experience.

Also, technology integrator­s in the schools guide teachers and work with learners to embed technology in lessons with the purpose of deepening their learning experience­s.

* Just 35 minutes from Kuala Lumpur:

Mention that Nexus is in Putrajaya, and the perception of a long drive comes to mind. On the contrary, getting to Nexus from the heart of Kuala Lumpur only takes 35 minutes.

Many local and internatio­nal students commute daily from their homes in Bangsar, Ampang, Mont Kiara, Subang Jaya and even KLCC. With the quality of education proven by many accolades that this school has won, Nexus Internatio­nal School should be the school of choice for Malaysians and internatio­nal students alike.

For details, log on to www. nexus. edu. my or visit 1, Jalan Diplomatik 3/ 6 Presint 15, Putrajaya. Call 03- 8889 3868 or e- mail enquiries to enquiry@ nexus. edu. my.

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Nexus students are ‘ learners’ because they are active recipients of content and pursuers in finding, creating and understand­ing informatio­n.

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