Challenging, vibrant and nurturing
Senior School: Middle Years
The first three years of the Senior School at Jerudong International School are the 'Middle Years'.
Students in Years 7, 8 and 9 are taught by Middle Years teaching specialists. They are provided with a challenging, vibrant and nurturing environment that enables each individual to flourish.
Middle Years Subjects
In Years 7 and 8, all students will study English, Mathematics, Science, Geography, History, Art & Design, Computing, Design & Technology (Food and Nutrition, Product Design and Textiles), a Language (Bahasa Melayu, Chinese, Malay, French or Spanish), Drama, Music and Physical Education (PE). This provides students with a solid foundation in a broad range of subjects.
Year 9, is a preparation year for the IGCSEs which are studied in Years 10 and 11. So Year 9 students will all study English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, History and a Language (Bahasa Melayu, Chinese, Malay, French or Spanish). In addition, they will study 2 optional subjects from a range: Computing, Design & Technology: Food and Nutrition or Product Design or Textiles, Drama, Music or Art.
The Middle Years Booklet provides great depth about life in the Middle Years. Why not also have a look at 'A Day in the Life of' which has a video with some of our Middle Years students too.
At School we don't just focus on the learning which happens in curriculum time but also the wealth of opportunities that exist beyond the classroom.
Discover what a day in our Middle Years looks like
JIS is an outstanding school, not only in terms of academic excellence but also in nurturing confident individuals that can thrive in any global environment.
KALIA YONGPARENT
Meet our Middle Years Students!
#1
Professional
Recording Studio
4
Air Conditioned
Sports Halls
27
State of the Art
Science Labs
4
Outstanding
Boarding Houses
750
seat Auditorium in the
Performing Arts Centre
#1
Award Winning
Outdoor Discovery Centre
2
Swimming Pools
50 metre and 25 metre
#1
Cleanest Air
in Asia
3
Black Box
Drama Spaces
8
Cutting Edge
Design and Technology Rooms
120
Acre Site
The largest in Asia
Middle Years
STUDENT
It's like you are in one big family in Middle Years.Middle YearsStudent
Mrs. Kristen Hannappel
Parent
The extremely motivated staff are constantly finding new ways to excite the kids in their learning.Mrs. Kristen HannappelPARENT
Middle Years
Student
JIS makes us learn new things outside the classroom, this helps with our confidence and to find our own voice.Middle YearsStudent
Middle Years
Student
JIS offers many school trips. These help you learn even more than sitting in a class room because you actually experience it yourself.Middle YearsStudent
Mrs. Dani Buckingham
Parent
The opportunities that are available to the children are unparalleled.Mrs. Dani BuckinghamPARENT
Middle Years
Student
JIS pushes you out of your comfort zone, and it’s worth it! There is always a great opportunity for leadership everywhere.Middle YearsStudent
Middle Years
Student
I think that JIS is unique as we have interesting activities and events. At JIS we are all supportive to each other.Middle Years StudentBoarder
Dr. Siti Khadijah Ismail
Parent
This school celebrates cultural diversity and differences in personality which, can only foster emotional maturity and confidence in our children. Dr. Siti Khadijah IsmailParent
Middle Years
Student
There are lots of leadership opportunities.Middle Years StudentBoarder
Dr. Muppidi
Parent
At JIS, there is a balance of academic, cultural and sports. Students are exposed to so many children, teachers and staff from other countries, and various backgrounds. There is so much diversity and inclusion, ultimately shaping students to become well-adjusted global citizens.Dr. MuppidiParent
Middle Years
Student
The general standards of the school, as well as the education and activities are high.Middle Years StudentBoarder