Established in 2017, Borneo International School, is a private international educational institution located in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. Our comprehensive curriculum spans Primary, Secondary, IGCSE and A-Level education catering to a student population of more than 600 and representing over 20 nationalities worldwide. Committed to offering a holistic education, we strive to equip students with the skills needed for life, fostering an informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learning. In 2022, we moved to our new all-purpose built campus at Saradise, a new urban township in Kuching which is located 3 km from the Kuching International Airport.
A passionate believer in education being a fundamental human right, Mr. Tan has taken an active interest in enhancing the provision of competitively priced, international-quality education in the country.
He is a director and founder of Nobel International. He is also Chairman of the Board of Governors of Nobel, and Director of Ajiya Berhad, a public listed company on Bursa Malaysia.
Datuk Mutang actively contributed to the local political scene as Member of Parliament for Bukit Mas, Sarawak from 1982 to 1990. Datuk Mutang is the founder of Sri Mulia Private School, Miri.
Datuk Mutang holds a Bachelor of Law from the University of Malaya and a Master of Business Administration from Curtin University.
Dato Chris Chung is the Co-Founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of Titanium and Saradise Group of Companies, and the Founder and Executive Chairman of Grand Olie Sdn Bhd and TSG Green Sdn Bhd. He is also a member of University College of Technology Sarawak (UCTS) Industry Advisory Council (UNIAC). He holds a BA in Business Administration from London International College, United Kingdom, a Master Degree in Finance from Birkbeck College, University of London and a Post Graduate Degree in Management (DMS) from the University of East London.
Ms Chiaw obtained her Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Lincoln, New Zealand. She is the Managing Director of Major Plastic Sdn Bhd. She actively promotes the creation of a warm and nurturing atmosphere at BIS for students to build a strong foundation of academic skills and explore their talents in other areas of the broader curriculum.
Mr. Tan has held senior leadership positions at leading multinational companies in the United States, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Malaysia.
Mr. Tan received his Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Salford, UK.
After completing her Master's Degree in Science (Chemistry) at University Science Malaysia (USM), Suzy transitioned into a role as a process engineer at a manufacturing company in Kuching, Sarawak. Later, she shifted her focus to education, initially teaching at a private international school before joining Borneo International School in 2021, where she specialized in teaching Upper Primary Mathematics. Alongside teaching, Suzy assumed various leadership roles, including overseeing the School’s Student Ambassadors, Upper Primary Pastoral Care, and Environment Conservation Initiatives. Central to her teaching philosophy is the cultivation of confidence and resilience among Primary students. Outside of work, she serves as a Sunday School teacher in her church and indulges in baking and exploring new culinary delights.
Dr. Ma Xiang Ru, a graduate in molecular biology from University Malaysia Sarawak, specializes in cancer pathogenesis. During her undergraduate studies at the University of Technology Malaysia, she was honoured with the Dean's Award. Scholarships from the Ministry of Science, Technology & Innovation supported her Master's and Ph.D. studies, and she was granted the IFCB Scholarship for an International Training Program in Cell and Molecular Biology in Taiwan in 2009.
Since joining Borneo International School in 2018, Ma has served as the Head of Science and the Head of Sixth Form. Her teaching portfolio encompasses lower secondary Science, IGCSE Biology, and Chemistry. Prior to Borneo International School, she taught Science in both government and private schools, and held a part-time lecturing position at Swinburne University (Sarawak campus). Additionally, she worked in technical support for a local company and contributes as a member of the Swinburne Sarawak Course Advisory Committee.
Driven by a passion for continuous learning, Ma advocates for the transformative potential of education. She volunteers as a Sunday school teacher and storyteller for young children. In her leisure time, she indulges in reading, watching movies, meditating, and taking leisurely strolls in the park. An avid enthusiast of paper quilling, she is self-taught and holds accreditation with the UK Quilling Guild.
The Borneo International Group of Schools´ involvement with education stretches back more than 15 years. The desire to transform lives for the benefit of our future generations was the driving force behind the establishment of numerous educational institutions in Malaysia.
Indeed, we at Borneo International School strongly believe that laying the proper moral and educational foundations will prepare our children for academic excellence and develop their personal character. Children who are equipped with extensive yet applicable knowledge whilst possessing virtuous characters will definitely be welcomed additions to society.
Accordingly, Borneo International School is offering our students an internationally acclaimed educational system through our adoption of the United Kingdom´s Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) syllabus. In addition, we conduct character-transformation programmes (using materials that have been developed in-house) to equip our students with a broader spectrum of understanding and addressing societal issues. This will help prepare them for more informed decision-making at all stages of development into adulthood. We will strive to develop in our students moral attributes within the framework of a mutually respectful and caring environment. It is our ultimate aim to transform future generations of children into individuals and adults who embody integrity in every aspect of their lives.
While we recognize that the pursuit of knowledge is a lifelong one, the early inculcation of the love of learning, together with impressing upon our students the value of having good character traits from young, will be crucial in the prevention of the students´ departure from such values when they arrive at adulthood. Borneo International School wants our students to grow up with commendable values and adopt qualities that stand out for good citizenship and a respectful fear of God.
The duties of parents do not cease beyond their homes, nor do those of teachers after their classes are over. Hence, we proactively engage with parents to help them stay abreast of their children´s development at our school. This collaboration enables us to derive the best instructions to create confident and successful students.
An exciting range of indoor and outdoor extracurricular activities that take advantage of our state-of-the-art facilities have been designed to encourage our students to stay fit and healthy. These services are further complemented by a resource-driven and relevant curriculum to ensure that our students receive a wholesome education at Borneo International School.
Lastly, we pledge to remain active in the local Kuching community to educate and impact the lives of our children for the benefit of our future generations.
I look forward to welcoming you to our Borneo International School family.
Mr Tan Seng Kee
Borneo International School aims to be the leading international school in Sarawak, synonymous with high quality education and a model of excellence for lifelong learning.
We endeavor to provide the best environment for unparalleled learning and instill in our students the School´s 5 tenets namely:
We believe that every child is unique, valued and given the right environment, have the capacity to develop to his or her fullest potential. We aim to ensure a safe and nurturing learning environment and to teach the children to value themselves, respect others and be responsible, caring and helpful at all times. We subscribe to the provision of quality education which is affordable and accessible.
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he school emblem is a shield which exemplifies honorable virtues. Embodied in the shield is:
There are four (4) terms in an academic year.
| Term | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| 1st term | January | Mid-March |
| 2nd term | End March | Mid-May |
| 3rd term | June | Mid-August |
| 4th term | End August | November |
O ur School comes fitted with the latest innovations in academic facilities, including ICT laboratories, science laboratories, and a comprehensive library.
We also have an indoor Multipurpose Hall and a Performing Arts and Drama Academy Centre. Our extensive sporting facilities , an indoor badminton hall with four full-sized courts, as well as outdoor courts futsal, basketball and volleyball.
Lockers are also provided for Secondary-level students, whilst Primary-level students have designated areas to store their personal items.
To ensure round-the-clock safety of the students in our care, the School employs 24-hour in-house uniformed security guards who patrol the School on a regular schedule. Closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras are also installed at strategic areas around the School to enhance our security efforts.
For parents/guardians wishing to make transport arrangements for their children to and from our School, we can recommend a third-party school bus operator. Please contact our Administration team for further details.
