The Alice Smith School
    (13 reviews)

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    Company overview

    Industry

    Education, Training & Professional Development

    Company size

    101-1,000

    Primary location

    Jalan Bellamy, Bukit Petaling, 57100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
    The Alice Smith School is one of the most prestigious and respected British international schools in Asia. It has an established reputation for excellence, and as a not-for-profit educational foundation, all the school’s resources are focused on the wellbeing of students. The school is one of the first schools in Malaysia and earliest in South East Asia and wider afield to be accredited as a British School Overseas by the Department for Education in London and is graded as outstanding.The School resides on two campuses. The Primary Campus caters to students from Pre-school to Year 6 in the city centre, while the beautiful purpose-built Secondary Campus in Equine Park situated on 25 acres of land caters to students from Years 7 to 13 and offers GCSEs and A Levels.Since its founding in 1946, the school has grown into a diverse and dynamic community with 1,600 students from close to 50 different nations. The core of the student body comprises the founder nationalities of Britain, Australia, New Zealand and Ireland and later as the school matured, the children of alumni. With more than 70 years of history, the school has a rich educational heritage and an extensive web of alumni globally.The school is a member of FOBISIA (Federation of British International Schools in Asia), COBIS (Council of British International Schools), ISC (Independent Schools Council), EARCOS (East Asia Regional Council of Schools), and CIS (Council of International Schools).The Alice Smith School is anchored in the English National Curriculum. The school is committed to leading excellence in learning, teaching and curriculum creativity. We provide a stimulating, challenging and joyful ethos where every individual is valued and their achievements celebrated.We value, and aim to educate, the whole child. We want our students to lead successful adult lives, enriched and empowered by a passion for lifelong learning. Our teachers are not simply concerned with the transfer of academic knowledge and skills; we deliberately develop values and wider understanding.Our broad and balanced curriculum is designed to stimulate every student’s capacity to learn whilst providing the opportunity to develop higher-level thinking skills including creativity, problem solving and highly effective communication.Reflecting the very best of British education provision enhanced and enriched by our international context, our students are encouraged to become proficient lifelong learners through the explicit development of the KLASS learner attributes:Happiness and HealthRespectCommunity MindednessIndependenceCommunicationProblem SolvingVisit www.alice-smith.edu.my for more details.

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    Kajang/Bangi/Serdang
    This role leads and integrates the operational functions that enable high-quality teaching and learning, ensuring campus communities are supported.
    This role leads and integrates the operational functions that enable high-quality teaching and learning, ensuring campus communities are supported.
    classification: Education & TrainingEducation & Training
    9d ago
    9d ago

    at The Alice Smith School
    Kajang/Bangi/Serdang
    This role plays a vital part in shaping a dynamic and inclusive sports culture within the school.
    This role plays a vital part in shaping a dynamic and inclusive sports culture within the school.
    classification: Sport & RecreationSport & Recreation
    19d ago
    19d ago

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    What’s it like working at The Alice Smith School?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees at The Alice Smith School appreciate the supportive environment and friendly colleagues, as well as the good benefits offered, including health insurance, dental coverage, and paid holidays. They also enjoy a good work-life balance, with short working hours and the ability to finish work by 4:30 pm. The school provides learning opportunities for employees, such as professional development and the chance to gain new knowledge.

    However, there are some potential challenges, such as management issues with a lack of teamwork and power struggles within the management team. Certain roles, such as Teaching Assistants, may experience a heavy workload with multiple tasks and responsibilities. Additionally, new employees may face challenges in adapting to the school environment and culture, particularly those from different backgrounds.

    Recent reviews

    3.0
    Manager
    Jul 2023
    Selangor1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Great place to work though there are power struggle among the management.
    The good thingsBenefits, rewards and my team was great. Short working hours. The expats enjoyed everything but a lot of hard work from the local.
    The challengesManagement did not work together as a team. Power struggle especially Finance. Management was weak created an unhealthy work culture. Imbalance admin team depending which area you worked.
    5.0
    Teaching Assistant
    Apr 2023
    1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Great place to work with pupils .
    The good thingsSupport and guidance among teachers and with other staff. A friendly working environment makes us broad-minded.
    The challengesDuring overlapping, tasks and lesson plans/ activities come together and need to be multitasking.
    5.0
    Intern
    Mar 2023
    Kuala LumpurLess than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Suitable place to work in friendly and happy environment.
    The good things- friendly staffs - able to learn basic IT knowledge - friendly environment - work benefits
    The challenges- no public transport - not recommended for deeper IT fieldwork knowledge
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