Today I had an appointment to meet the admissions director at the Mont Kiara International School, which is the only school in KL that is based on the American curriculum. Earlier this year when we were looking at schools for Samantha I was told that they had a 3 year old program but the class had only 16 students and there was a waiting list of 20 kids. Since that did not sound encouraging we chose a local Montessori school that we love. However, due to the waiting list I thought it would be a good idea to go check out the international school so she could possibly make the cut for Kindergarten in two years. As it turns out they now have three openings in the 3 year old class. Go figure. The admissions lady said it was mostly due to the economy and many companies moving people back home or families were so far down on the list they made other arrangements (like us).
The school is so nice. It kind of reminded me of my middle school because it is open air hallways with pretty courtyards. They have about 950 students from 3 years to seniors in high school. It has a full size rock climbing wall, lap pool, theater, music room, library and all the other amenities of a modern day school. I was very impressed by the facilities including the little kid's area. They have their own playgrounds and eating area. Once in Kindergarten they mingle more with the other students. The admissions director did mention a buddy program where the older kids adopt a younger child and spend one hour a week with them, which I thought was a great idea so the little ones can get acclimated to a larger school.
Although I was very impressed, we are going to leave Samantha at the Montessori school this year where there are smaller classes sizes and a more relaxed learning environment (also 1/3 the cost). Next year I think she will be ready for the big school.
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