International School of Kuantan

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The International School of Kuantan (ISK) is a private international school in Kuantan, Malaysia, established in 1996. It provides education to elementary, middle and high school students based on the curricula and practices of public and private schools in the United States. English is used as the medium of instruction to prepare students for admission to university.

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International School of Kuantan
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Address
Jalan IM 7/9, Bandar Indera Makhota, 25200, Kuantan, Pahang

Kuantan, Pahang

Malaysia
Information
TypePrivate International School
MottoInspiring Success through Knowledge
Opened1996
PrincipalRichard Carroll
GradesKG to 12
GenderMixed
Age range5 to 18
Enrollment105
Color(s)Navy Blue, Black, and White
Team nameClippers
Website www.isk.edu.my

Accreditation

The International School of Kuantan is a private international school, legally registered with the Registrar of Schools and Teachers in the Pahang State Department of Education.
ISK is a full member of the East Asia Regional Council of Overseas Schools (EARCOS) and in 2003 was accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). [1]

Campus facilities

ISK's campus has the capacity for over 250 students. It contains eleven classrooms, six of which are equipped with interactive whiteboards (smart board), three science labs with smart boards, two computer labs, library, music room (soundproof), art room, counseling room, sick bay, cafeteria, convenience store, multi-purpose hall, fully equipped AV facilities, three badminton courts, basketball court, male and female dressing room with shower, futsal court, volleyball court, netball court. [2]

Extracurricular activities and athletics

Students in Kindergarten through Grade 12 have the opportunity to participate in a variety of extra-curricular clubs and sports throughout the school year depending on their grade level, ability, interests and experience. [3]

School History

(1996–2018) [4]

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  4. "Our History".