Learning Beyond The Classroom
At Sunway International School (SIS), learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door. We believe education is a continuous journey – one that extends into real-world experiences, student-led initiatives, and personal growth opportunities both in and out of school hours.
From skill-building to self-discovery, SIS students are encouraged to explore, engage, and evolve through dynamic programmes that complement and enrich their academic life.
Each month, SIS highlights a key virtue as part of our mission to instill global competencies and guide character development throughout the school community.
- January - NA
- February – Tolerance
- March – Courage
- April – Excellence
- May – Leadership
- June – Gratitude
- July - NA
- August – Respect
- September – Creativity
- October – Integrity
- November – Risk Taking
- December – Optimism
Learning in Many Forms
SIS encourages students to learn through real-world exploration. Outdoor activities, field trips, and camps provide hands-on learning experiences about local history, nature, and contemporary issues. Younger students take part in nearby excursions, while those in the IBMYP, DP, and CP students embark on trips to local and international destinations.
Events like the SIS Science Fair encourage a spirit of inquiry and creativity. These fairs allow students to apply STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) skills, while also boosting confidence, critical thinking, and communication abilities.
More than just a resource hub, the SIS Library is a centre for academic support and discovery. Our experienced librarians run weekly sessions to guide students in research, help them locate quality resources, and support their academic projects. To explore more, visit the SIS Library.
Creating Impact Beyond
The Classroom
At SIS, community engagement is central to our mission of developing socially responsible students. We believe outreach provides valuable opportunities for students to connect with and positively impact diverse communities.
Community involvement is integrated into the curriculum and is a mandatory component of the IB Middle Years Programme (IBMYP) Service as Action, Diploma Programme (IBDP) Creative, Activity, Service (CAS), and Career-related Programme (IBCP) Service Learning.
SIS students consistently exceed academic expectations, completing hundreds of community service hours. Through these experiences, they develop leadership, communication, decision-making, and other essential skills while making meaningful contributions to society.
Diversity, Equity &
Inclusion at SIS
At Sunway International School (SIS), we believe we are better together. Our community is a vibrant mosaic of cultures, identities, and perspectives – with students and families from over 30 countries and educators from diverse international backgrounds.
We embrace diversity by creating a safe, inclusive environment where students are free to celebrate their individuality, share their stories, and learn from one another.
Here, differences don’t divide us—they strengthen us through varied perspectives, interests, and identities.
Sustainability and Global Responsibility
At Sunway International School (SIS), education goes beyond academics and extracurriculars – it includes a responsibility to the planet and its people. As part of the Sunway Education Group, we are committed to advancing the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
We embed sustainability into our school culture by educating our students, staff, families, and the wider community on how their actions can contribute to a more just, equitable, and sustainable world.
In 2015, world leaders at the United Nations adopted Agenda 2030, introducing the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – a global blueprint to end poverty, protect the planet, and promote peace and prosperity for all.
At SIS, we embrace these goals as part of our commitment to shaping responsible global citizens. Through classroom learning and school-wide initiatives, we empower our community to take action and make meaningful contributions.
Our efforts are further supported by the Jeffrey Sachs Center on Sustainable Development (JSC), which drives SDG-focused research and solutions in the ASEAN region in partnership with the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network.
Character
Education
As a school, SIS highlights a different virtue every month as part of SIS’s endeavour to equip students with global competencies. These virtues allow the school to maximise students’ potential while serving as a reminder to the rest of the SIS Community.
2023 Virtues
February - Loyalty

March - Humanity

April - Thankfulness

May - Unity

June - Tolerance

August - Humility

September - Honesty

October - Perseverance

November - Courage

December - Excellence
