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Why Transition Matters

The International School of Kuala Lumpur discusses how they managing change to enable a smooth transition.
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Why You Should Consider A Holistic Approach For Your Child
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A Discussion of Equity and Inclusion at ISKL
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Expat Insider 2021 Survey Results: Malaysia
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ISKL Alumni hosts Future Ready: Alumni Black Box Conversations - The Arts
The Garden International School in Kuala Lumpur looks at why Malaysia’s capital is becoming an increasingly popular destination for expat families.

Malaysia: a vibrant setting for a world-class education

We find out more about why Malaysia’s capital, Kuala Lumpur, is becoming an increasingly popular destination for expat families.
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One size doesn’t fit all in Asia

What is the best way to tailor a relocation benefits for international assignments to China, Singapore, Hong Kong and Malaysia?
Educating Global Citizens: The Opportunities and Challenges in Asia

Education and international schools in Malaysia

Malaysia has 171 English-medium international schools and is set to open more. Discover how the country plans to meet demand for international school places.
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Championing Critical Thinking and Creativity: The 45th SEA Forensics and Debate Tournament at ISKL

From February 6-8, 2025, The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) was delighted to once again host the annual SEA Forensics and Debate Tournament, welcoming 150 talented high school students from nine schools, including both Malaysian and international institutions as far as Shanghai.
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ISKL’s Sports Field Achieves FIFA and World Rugby Certification

The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) is proud to announce that its newly transformed sports field has officially received certification from both FIFA and World Rugby, making it one of the few fields in Kuala Lumpur to achieve this prestigious dual accreditation.
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Oasis International School - Kuala Lumpur Kindergarten program has been awarded the Malaysia Education Star Award

Oasis International School is thrilled to announce that our Kindergarten program has been awarded the 2024 Malaysia Education Star Awards (MESA) for Best International School (Early Years) by Kiddy123!
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A Celebration of Creativity at IASAS Cultural Convention Hosted by ISKL!

"Watching our final creations on the big screen was a thrilling experience and brought us immense pride and joy. This experience allowed me to forge new friendships, learn new techniques, and explore a genre of filmmaking very different from what I'm used to. I'm incredibly grateful for everything I gained from this event." - Xinti L. (Grade 10)
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Celebrating ISKL's Sustainability and Service Efforts at the Youth Summit 2024

The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) empowers its community to embrace service and sustainability beyond academics. This was exemplified at the Sustainability and Service Youth Summit, held September 21-22, where ISKL united with 12 schools, refugee learning centers, and NGOs. Aligned with ISKL’s mission to inspire global citizens, the Summit welcomed over 150 participants to collaborate and raise awareness for the cause.
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New Community Sports Program launched at ISKL

The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) is excited to announce the launch of Community Sports at ISKL, a new program operating from its Ampang Hilir campus that brings together external service providers offering high-quality training in a variety of sports.

Schools and students celebrate Advanced Placement (AP) success

Students in American and international schools around the world are sharing their AP programme results after the results became available on 8 July.
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The International School of Kuala Lumpur celebrates IB and AP exam results

Students at Malaysia’s longest-running IB World School, The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL), have once again demonstrated academic excellence and surpassed global averages in this year’s International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma and Advanced Placement (AP) examinations.
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ISKL’S 2024 Graduation Ceremony

“I hope, when you think back to your life at ISKL, it is protected and surrounded by an aura of love and warmth, just as it is for me. To the Class of 2024, thank you for being home.” - Rika Singh (‘24)
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Discover the World of Opportunities at ISKL, January 23, 2024

We're thrilled to extend a warm invitation to you and your organization to join our event and discover the educational opportunities available for K-12 students at ISKL.
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New Schools Index ranks 125 best schools in the world

Carfax Education has published its latest annual Schools Index, ranking international private schools on academic results, ethos and reputation.
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Inspirational Innovation Festival for Global Working sets the agenda

The Innovation Festival for Global Working broke new ground yesterday with a tantalising blend of inspiring leadership dialogues, practical multidisciplinary sessions to boost learning and collaboration, and unprecedented cross-sectoral networking opportunities.
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Independent school becomes Scotland’s first to gain IB Continuum status

For the first time, students aged 5-18 in Scotland can now benefit from an uninterrupted IB education throughout their school career.
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Building Social and Emotional Learning at ISKL

The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) recently held a workshop facilitated by experts from the Institute for Social and Emotional Learning (IFSEL) as part of its VOX ISKL series.
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Ask and Explore at ISKL’s Open Day!

Have you ever wondered about the possibilities of an education that moves beyond the traditional approach?
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Manchester 'best UK city' for expats

Manchester is by far the best city for expats moving to the United Kingdom, according to a new survey.
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Next government must focus on FTAs, says CBI

Global supply chains to British industry could be put at risk unless the UK succeeds in reaching more post-Brexit trade deals, the head of the nation's largest business organisation has warned.
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UK eyes pacific trade deal this year

International Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan believes the UK's application to join the 11-nation CPTPP trade bloc (Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership) could be approved before the end of this year.
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Climate change tops global investors’ agenda

Climate change is becoming of fast-growing importance to business decisions being made by many of the world's largest institutional investors, according to a new survey.
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China, India lead race to UK universities

Record numbers of students from both China and India have applied to enrol at UK universities this year, according to data from the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).
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You’re Invited To ISKL’s Open Day This March!

ISKL will be holding its Open Day this March for parents who would like to learn more about how ISKL’s approach will prepare their child/ren for the future.
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Kuala Lumpur: cream of the crop for expats

Kuala Lumpur has taken this year's title as 'the world’s best city for expats' in the annual survey conducted by InterNations, the global expatriate network.
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Canada tops new 'best for expats' study

Canada is assessed as the most desirable destination for expatriates in the latest 'World's Best Countries Index'.
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Expat pay falls in many asian locations

Japan has overtaken the UK as the world's most expensive location in which to base expatriate workers, according to a new report.
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Vaccine disparities hurting global growth, says IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that vastly different Covid-19 vaccination rates across the world are splitting the global economic recovery into two.
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Boom in UK tech investment from Asia, Middle East

Investment this year in UK tech startups from Asia and the Middle East appears on course to reach a new high, according to a new report.
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Stellar International Baccalaureate results for The International School of Kuala Lumpur

The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) has reported stellar results in this year’s International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

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Inspirational Innovation Festival for Global Working sets the agenda

The Innovation Festival for Global Working broke new ground yesterday with a tantalising blend of inspiring leadership dialogues, practical multidisciplinary sessions to boost learning and collaboration, and unprecedented cross-sectoral networking opportunities.
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Congratulations to 2023’s Think Global People and Relocate Awards winners
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Manchester 'best UK city' for expats
Future of Work Festival Sponsor: Santa Fe Relocation
Future of Work Festival Sponsor: Santa Fe Relocation
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Creating Happy Endings – Building on your Foreign Work Experiences
Enter the 2022 Think Global People and Relocate Awards

Think Global People Awards: Global Mobility, Leadership and Education with a spotlight on wellbeing

Fiona Murchie explains how the Think Global People Awards have evolved for 2022 to showcase the inspiring people working across global mobility, global leadership and education who are delivering excellence and innovation.
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Remote working: Are the positives of global mobility unravelling?

A series of reports from companies such as KPMG, Mercer, and HSBC present varying approaches to the increase of home working as a result of the pandemic. David Sapsted explores the global mobility dimension.
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Think Global People Summer 2021 issue – out now!

Welcome to the latest issue of Think Global People, a new perspective on global leadership, talent mobility and education for life. We’ve got our finger on the pulse to help make sure you are ahead of the game.
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The 2021 Relocate and Think Global People Awards Supplement - Out Now

Behind the scenes and winners revealed. Plus, shaping the future and how you can get involved.
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Peter Graham, Group Director of Visa & Immigration Services, Santa Fe Relocation, speaks to Fiona Murchie of Relocate Global

Peter Graham, Group Director of Visa and Immigration collected the award on his behalf and spoke to Fiona Murchie about the survey and its implications from an immigration perspective.
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Indo-Pacific identified as top UK priority

The UK will "tilt" its post-Brexit focus towards the Indo-Pacific under a major foreign policy restructure unveiled in a 114-page Integrated Review published by the government in London.
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The benefits of a bilingual education for children and opportunities for life

Discover the huge advantages of a bilingual or multilingual education for children of all ages to help parents make important school choices.
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Cementing relations with the Asia-Pacific region at the heart of UK trade growth

'Go West, young man' used to be the exhortation. Fast forward a couple of centuries and the priority these days appears to be 'Look East, mature democracies', as youthful Asian economies begin to flex their muscles once more. David Sapsted explores UK trade deal potential in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Pandemic spurs asian surge in tech development

The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a dramatic acceleration of Asian companies' deployment of data and digital innovation, according to a report from global management consultancy McKinsey & Company.
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Johnston aiming to boost Indo-Pacific ties

Boosting post-Brexit trade will be high on the agenda when Prime Minister Boris Johnson travels to India next month in what Downing Street describes as his first, major bilateral visit since taking office a year ago.
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Coronavirus – what steps should employers and staff take now?

What measures can be taken now in the workplace to avoid the spread of coronavirus and what travel restrictions are currently in place?
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Immigration update: Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership

Australia, Canada, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand and Singapore entered into the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Vietnam is expected to follow. The agreement includes provision for immigration regulations that may result in new programs or changes for business visitors, investors and skilled workers from CPTPP member countries.
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Immigration update: Malaysia MDEC Foreign Knowledge Worker projection for 2019

Companies can now apply for their 2019 Foreign Knowledge Worker (FKW) projection for employment passes.
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Crown World Mobility immigration update: India

UPDATE: Citing technical difficulties, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued a public notice suspending registration requirement until further notice.

Crown World Mobility Immigration Update: Colombia, Indonesia and Malaysia

A new registry of foreign workers in Colombia, updates to the Expatriate Placement Plan (RPTKA) and Work Permit (IMTA) in Malaysia, and enforcement of existing rules in Indonesia are announced.
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Malaysia – Expatriate Services Division requires Employment Pass approval before entry

Effective 1 August 2016, the Expatriate Services Division (ESD) of the Immigration Department of Malaysia (MID) requires that all Employment Pass (ED), Professional Visit Pass (PVP), Dependant Pass (DP) and Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP) applicants must obtain an approval letter before entering Malaysia.

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Enter the 2022 Think Global People and Relocate Awards

Think Global People Awards

Fiona Murchie explains how the Think Global People Awards have evolved for 2022 to showcase the inspiring people working across global mobility, global leadership and education who are delivering excellence and innovation.
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