Charis International School

Charis International School (CIS) started on Aug 24, 2014 as the first international school for Tawau and the third for the East Malaysian State of Sabah. The school is located in Tawau’s new landmark, Calvary Crown; a ten-story multi-purpose building that is situated very strategically in the heart of the town. CIS, a K-11 school, is a registered Cambridge International Primary and Secondary School, providing the Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary and the IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education).
Charis International Kindergarten (CIK) follows closely after the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) of UK and prepares the children well for Cambridge Primary. The curriculum is a well rounded one, providing avenues for the children to develop in all areas of their lives. The teaching methods encourage students to develop confidence as well as critical thinking skills. Besides the core subjects, children also learn practical life skills, independence, persistence, creativity, patience, cooperation and a caring attitude towards others.CIK is attractively decorated and equipped to provide the conducive environment for children to learn through hands-on experiences. The school has received encouraging response from the local community. Outstation and international students can enroll as “Charis Home” is available to offer “A Home Away From Home”.
The team of dedicated, qualified and experienced local and expatriate teachers from UK, America, South Africa, India, Australia and the Philippines adds international flavor to the school environment and enrich the experiences provided.CIS has welcomed visiting Professor, Dr Debra Sim Si Mui to conduct a “Thinking About Thinking” workshop for the students and teachers. Prof Sim teaches in the Medical Faculty of University of Malaya and will come over periodically to train the students to develop their critical thinking skills to become independent and life-long learners. Other experienced educators from Singapore and elsewhere will also be invited to give their assessment and input so that the school will continue to grow in the right direction.
International school education is the preferred education to give children a better head start for a globalized world that is rapidly changing due to advances in digital technology as well as a need to enhance English language skills for effective communication globally. CIS is well prepared to take our children towards this challenge with our 21st century classrooms where smart TVs, Apple TVs, iPads and computers are part of the learning tools in class and in communication between students, teachers and parents.