Since its inception 62 years ago, Taylor’s Education Group (TEG) has evolved, expanded, and established itself as one of the premier education providers in the Asia-Pacific region. Comprising Taylor’s University, Taylor’s College and Taylor’s Schools, TEG offers world-class “K to grey” education, spanning from the early years all the way to the tertiary level.
In the past seven years, the Group has experienced absolutely phenomenal growth, with the number of institutions in its portfolio more than doubling from three to eight, and the number of students increasing by 101% to over 21,000 in 2013.
“The main reason behind this growth is that, in 2005, the senior management of Taylor’s Education Group got together and came up with our purpose statement: ‘To educate the youth of the world to take their productive place as leaders in the global community’. From that point forward, this purpose statement has guided us as an organization, and all of our energy and resources have been dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our students through the education we provide,” said BK Gan, President of the School Division of Taylor’s Education Group.
International Schools of Choice
Taylor’s Schools are some of the largest and most highly respected international schools in Malaysia and Singapore, which cater to the educational needs of more than 5,000 students from over 60 countries.
Under Taylor’s Schools there are five institutions – Garden International School (GIS), Australian International School Malaysia (AISM), Taylor’s International School (TIS), Nexus International School, Putrajaya (NISP), and Nexus International School, Singapore (NISS) – all of which are “schools of choice” in their respective market segments, renowned for their teaching excellence and academic results.
Although all of these schools possess the TEG trademark excellence in terms of educational standards and results, each has its own unique character.
Garden International School (GIS)
Established in 1951, GIS is one of the leading and largest private international schools in Malaysia, providing a British-style education from nursery to A Levels to the expatriate and local community in Kuala Lumpur.
Renowned the world over for its consistently exceptional academic results, GIS was recently recognized by the Guardian newspaper as one of the Top 8 British international schools in the world.
“Credit for this achievement must be given to both the students and teachers,” commented Mr Gan, “There is a tradition and culture of excellence at Garden International School.”
GIS, however, is not content to rest on its laurels, and is continuously striving to improve the quality of the education it delivers and to develop its students into adaptable lifelong learners who are capable of assuming leadership roles in the global community.
Australian International School Malaysia (AISM)
The first and only international school in Malaysia offering an Australian primary and secondary curriculum (the New South Wales Board of Studies Curriculum) and following the Australian school year, AISM is situated in the Mines Resort City, a serene and secure gated community outside Kuala Lumpur. The academic program at AISM is taught by predominantly Australian trained and experienced teachers, and leads to the Higher School Certification (HSC) matriculation, which is accepted by top universities around the world.
Set up in 2000, AISM has already reached its full capacity with 550 students, and is now expanding to be able to accommodate 1000 students. The expansion will offer students an enhanced learning environment with top-notch facilities such as a performing arts center and a black box theater.
“AISM is a true-blue Australian school that embraces individual abilities and promotes creative, flexible learning approaches. This spirit is embodied in the school’s motto: ‘Explore, Extend, and Excel everyday at AISM,’” commented Mr Gan.
Nexus International Schools
With campuses in Singapore and Putrajaya, Nexus International Schools are a global brand known for their emphasis on the personalization of learning and the incorporation of technology into their curriculum and classroom environments. “Nexus International Schools are built for 21st century learners in that they are technology driven. ICT is integral to the teaching and learning at Nexus,” explained Mr Gan.
The schools – which offer the International Primary Curriculum, IGCSE and International Baccalaureate program – have implemented a 1:1 Apple laptop program that allows students and teachers to utilize technology to enhance the educational experience. The Nexus campus in Putrajaya offers state-of-the-art boarding facilities for boys and girls between 10 and 18 years old.
Taylor’s International Schools
In January 2014, Sri Garden International (as it is now known) will become Taylor’s International School, Kuala Lumpur (TISKL), marking the completion of its transformation from a private, national school into an international curriculum school with state-of-the-art facilities and a holistic approach to learning. Taylor’s International School, Puchong (TISP) will open its doors in January 2015, and there are plans to set up TIS campuses in major cities throughout Malaysia.
These schools will offer the British curriculum, but will also provide students with a solid foundation in three languages (English, Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia) as well as a unique Asian and Western values-based education that fosters the development of essential character attributes.
“Taylor’s International Schools will bring transformation to students and to Malaysian society,” explained Mr Gan, “They will serve as ‘neighborhood’ international curriculum schools in cities throughout Malaysia, offering an affordably-priced international education with a heavy emphasis on values and character building.”
Although each of the schools under Taylor’s Schools has its own unique aspects and attributes, what unites them is their commitment to delivering an exceptional educational experience that enables students to achieve their full potential.
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