The Messages from Parents

When we first visited ISMILE, we were impressed by the cleanliness of the school premises and its facilities. As a very critical parent who wants the best for her children, I talked to Mr.Andrew, the Principal, about the school program and curriculum, the opportunities and challanges that our son, Josh will be experiencing before we register him with the school. After the meeting, we still have my doubt but finally decided to give Josh a try at ISMILE.

Today, we can see that it is the right decision. Josh develops to be a very independent and competent individual. He can eat, drink and go to toilet without help. He can count, read, loves music, natures, role-play, enjoy physical activities and he can pray. He is a happy boy with strong character who have interests and abilities in many different things. That is what matters to us.

Thank you ISMILE, especially Mr.Andrew, Ms.Pat, Ms.Ellen, Ms.Dewi, Ms.Halim, Ms.Erlina, Ms.Dolly and all of the management and staffs that I cannot mention here. You have shown your love, passion and compassion to the children regardless of their races, Nationalities and backgrounds. Keep up the good work. God Bless You All.

Intan Widjojo & Nico Tirtawidjaja, Parents of Josh Tirtawidjaja (3 years old)
October 2009

Ever since Mandy attended school at Ismile, she frequently comes home
with new discoveries and songs in English as well as in Chinese. Among
the curriculum introduced at Ismile, we applaud a few good quality programs
that we hope will continue at the school.

This Thursday morning, as she was getting dressed for school, she asked
"Is today Thursday?... Hooray! It's Kindermusik day!" Kindermusik is a truly
valuable source of learning. Mandy's ability to sing her favourite songs
demonstrates that Kindermusik nurtures her memory skill. We know that
this program will facilitate her higher learning in many, many ways.

Fan Lao Shu's creative teaching methods and her joyful attitude is perfect
for introducing Chinese Language. Where Mandy has previously resisted
our efforts to introduce Chinese at home, lessons with Fan Lao Shu has
proven a healthy start for her. Nowadays, she comes home proudly
displaying her growing Chinese vocabulary.

We also like the professionally designed kids' gym and the lovely, spacious
outdoor garden.

Please forward our utmost gratitude to Miss Leni for her valuable and professional guidance. She is the central platform to Mandy's growing love for school and learning.

May & Meng Siong, parents of Mandy Tan (4 years)

ISMILE is more like a second home and a second family to us as it is a school. Within its walls, my daughter is supported, nurtured, challenged, encouraged to explore different activities and interests and inspired to be involved and thoughtful community member, not just a good student.

Now, as we watch our daughter grow we are particularly gratified by the school's commitment to its Mission.

Through the Mission and values, along with ISMILE's challenging academic program, we have no doubt that our children are being prepared to enter the rich, diverse and complicated world.

Henny Airina Njoman, parent of Sharon Isabel
March 2009

What I love about ISMILE is that the teachers have all been warm and welcoming to all parents from the start. They treasure our views and opinions and are always open to criticism and striving for greater improvements.

I thank all teachers who treat us as a part of family, and took the time to understand each and every child's unique personality and nature, to bring out the best of who they can become.

I thank ISMILE for their impressive hygiene in taking good care and maintenance of all the facilities around the school, so much so that a paranoid mother like myself has pretty much nothing to complain about. Thank you Ismile.

Ms. Shenny, parent of Jayden Zhang
March 2009

My children had spent their early years from one preschool to another, each child nearly half a dozen schools. My first child is now in primary and I still have two younger children to be educated.

From those previous preschools we tried before, I couldn't help noticing how insecure and misplaced my children were. The teachers didn't really understand my kids and help them on what was suppose to be their golden period of learning.

At ISMILE, from the first time my child entered the school, I felt as if they have known my children for many years. They understand who my kids are and how to embrace them.

Finally I have found a place where I have faith that I'm building better lives for my children's future. Thank-you ISMILE!

Dewi Suyudi ( mother of Wira)
April 2009