FOBISIA Events
Primary School
In 2016, Sri KDU International School became a member of FOBISIA (the Federation of British International Schools in Asia). Being a member of FOBISIA offers us a range of events in which to take part; the FOBISIA Games is the most well-known of these. However, being a member of FOBISIA benefits us as a school far beyond the Games.
FOBISIA organises a wide range of events each year and Sri KDU International Primary School is increasingly capitalising on these opportunities for both staff and students.
Through FOBISIA events, students from different countries and cultures interact and enjoy working together on common interests. In the academic year 2017/ 2018, Sri KDU International Primary School took part in Writing competitions and Maths tournaments. Whilst some of these were conducted remotely using the internet, the International Primary school went to Vietnam for the Maths competition.
The profile of Sport in Sri KDU International Primary School has risen significantly over the past year and this can largely be attributed to our preparations for the FOBISIA U11 Games which take place in May each year. We are hopeful that we will make our debut performance at the U11 Games in Thailand in 2019 and again in 2022 (following COVID-19).
Being a member of FOBISIA also helps us in recruiting high quality staff, since being a member of FOBISIA is often something which potential staff look for when selecting schools to apply for. The reason for this is largely due to the prestige and agreed contracts that are associated with FOBISIA membership. The agreed Codes of Conduct and membership criteria ensure high quality employment and recruitment practises as well as access to excellent professional development.
FOBISIA organises conferences and workshops where teachers from across Asia can meet to share good practice, swap ideas and receive professional training from invited consultants around the world. These events help keep our teachers up to date and provide opportunities for them to study for further qualifications. This year our International staff attended training which has impacted our practice in humanities (theme teaching) and Maths provision. Whilst we hosted training on Middle Leadership and presented as a keynote speaker on Child Protection and Safeguarding.
FOBISIA membership is also reassuring for parents since it acts as a quality mark for provision and indicates the school’s commitment to ensuring recruitment of the best teachers and maintaining standards through effective training and support.
Secondary School
As members of FOBISIA (Federation of British International Schools in Asia) we are able to participate in a variety of events over the course of an academic year. FOBISIA schools normally host and organise these events which encompasses the following areas: Design Technology, Drama, Environmental Conference, Sport, Mathematics, Model United Nations, Music, Student Leadership plus online competitions.
As relative newcomers to FOBISIA (March 2017) we have been able to participate in the FOBISIA Under 15 Games, The Environmental Conference, MUN, a Design Technology competition and some online competitions.
We visited numerous international schools in Klang-Valley and Sri KDU Subang Jaya was not even on our list. Reason being it is way out of our travelling radius. However, we are glad we made the visit to the school before our final call, and it was the best decision ever! It was a huge transition period for us during the first 2 weeks into school, but the school’s team (Teachers, Administrative and Parent’s Teacher Association) made us feel right at home. We were given clear guidance and was kept well informed on the happenings in the school. My daughter blended into the community quite well with the care provided by the Homeroom teacher. All the teachers here are the kindest, as she told me. She looks forward to going to school and has become more disciplined in terms on knowing what tasks she needs to complete daily. She has gained so much confidence during this short period of time and was given the encouragement to explore and develop her abilities here. She was just selected as the new Primary House Captain for Year 6 AY2022/2023.
Every parent want to find the ‘perfect’ school for their child and are afraid of making the wrong decision. For us, as long she is safe and happy, we believe, she will eventually find the way to her own success.