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For the last 15 years, Nexus International School Malaysia has been going beyond traditional education. From becoming an Apple Distinguished School for 2022 to 2025 to taking the top spot among International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) schools in Malaysia and being an award-winning boarding school, the school is a trailblazer in international education. Its goal is to nurture a globalised generation — and Nexus innovation makes it possible.
Through the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for ages up to 11 years, Nexus fosters creativity with inquiry-based learning, while the CORE programme in Secondary School develops research skills, preparing learners for the final years in the school with the IB Diploma Programme, a pre-university course recognised by leading universities globally. One of the unique aspects of schooling at Nexus is how the school facilitates global citizenship and community service throughout all year groups and this culminates in its IB Diploma Programme with the Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) component, allowing its learners to make a meaningful impact in their chosen passions.
When it comes to pre-university qualifications, Nexus only offers the best – as seen in its tangible evidence of academic accomplishments. In 2021, it achieved global recognition in the IBDP examinations as one of the top 2% of IB schools in the world. Over the years, it has consistently ranked as the best IBDP School in Malaysia and among Asia’s top 50. In 2022, its learner received more than 140 university offers worth US$1 million.
A key reason for this success is its focus on innovative learning practices. Nexus is constantly redefining how it uses technology to enhance the learning experience. And it goes far beyond just using iPads and Mac products — it’s about using technology-rich environments to spark student creativity, collaboration and critical thinking.
Teachers at Nexus do not just use digital technology in their classes; they employ the most effective technology methods for better engagement and learning outcomes. This includes equipping learners with skills through Passion Projects in Primary School and Project Qualifications in Secondary School.
“All the learners have their own devices and use them when needed, and one of the things that impresses me is that they never work on it by themselves — they’re almost always looking over each other’s shoulders, or they’re chatting with each other and sharing as they go,” says David Griffiths, Principal of Nexus. “It is about skills like researching and analysing information, choosing the right tools, knowing when to look for alternative tools when they face challenges and ultimately creating something that can make a difference.”
First-in-Kuala Lumpur Forest School
Reconnecting to the natural world is just as important in the holistic development of children. In this, the Forest School Programme makes Nexus a leader in pioneering dynamic approaches to learning. Nexus is the first international school in to offer a Forest School Programme accredited by the UK’s orest School Learning Initiative (FSLI).
In The Nexus Rainforest, which is within its very own campus grounds, activities are as many and varied as the great outdoors itself. From sensory walks and plant identification to shelter building, sawing, thrilling animal hunts and even campfires, each activity is designed to nurture a diverse set of skills.
The Forest School experience is a prelude to a broader goal. It sets the stage for learners to embrace and embody their school’s holistic definition of innovation, which is not confined to just technological prowess. It’s about being empowered, adaptable, creative and curious. It’s about building life skills of resilience and independence. It’s about focusing on sustainability and problem-solving.
The Nexus Way encourages risk-taking, embracing mistakes, and self-challenge for a foundation in global leadership.
A core principle of the “the Nexus Way” is evolving each student into a “Nexus learner” who actively engages in the process of discovering, creating, and comprehending content. This philosophy is underpinned by four essential elements: Innovation, Relationships, Inclusion, and Mindsets, providing a guiding framework for learners on their journey of self-development and academic growth.
To truly uncover the journey that begins amidst the rustling leaves of the Forest School and continues to unfold throughout a lifetime of learning and growth, click here. Visit Nexus International School Malaysia’s website here.
