At GIIS, our sports fields are more than just playing grounds – they are dynamic classrooms where students learn vital life skills such as teamwork, dedication, perseverance, and sportsmanship. These values play a crucial role in developing strong character and preparing students to become well-rounded individuals.
As part of our 9GEMS framework, we place a strong emphasis on physical education, ensuring students grow both mentally and physically. Our sports programme is designed to nurture talent across various disciplines while also instilling a lifelong love for fitness and well-being.
‘Fostering discipline, resilience and camaraderie’
Student progress is evaluated using both qualitative and quantitative methods, helping them recognise their strengths and identify areas for improvement. Participation in sports fosters discipline, resilience, and camaraderie, all of which are essential to personal development.
Our Annual Sports Day serves as a celebration of these efforts – a vibrant platform where students showcase their athletic abilities, engage in friendly competition, and embrace the spirit of healthy living.
Range of ECA offerings
Beyond daily physical education, GIIS offers a range of Extracurricular Activities (ECAs) including badminton, basketball, cricket, football, table tennis, and taekwondo. These ECAs support physical development and sharpen mental focus, offering students a balanced lifestyle that integrates academics and physical well-being.
Gold Squad expert coaching
To support high-performance athletes, our Gold Squad Programme trains every Thursday morning, offering targeted coaching in specific sports. This dedicated training builds confidence, refines technical skills, and strengthens team dynamics – all in preparation for competitive events.
Our students also participate in the Athletic Conference of Singapore International Schools (ACSIS), where they compete with peers from other international schools across Singapore. This exposure boosts their competitive spirit and encourages excellence through real-world sporting experiences.
Bringing home laurels
Over the past academic years, GIIS East Coast athletes have truly made their mark across a wide range of sports. In ACSIS 2023–24 Season, S Aryan brought home a gold medal in the Middle School Track and Field Championship Finals, a proud moment for the entire school community. The momentum carried into ACSIS 2024–25 Season, where our U14 Mixed Cricket team were crowned champions.
We also celebrated strong team wins as the 14U Girls Table Tennis and 16U Girls Badminton teams both clinched first place in their respective categories. Our U12 Boys’ Football team were crowned ACSIS champions, showcasing their skill, discipline, and teamwork across a highly competitive season. Additionally, our U14 Boys’ Football team secured a commendable third-place finish in 2025, reflecting the growth and strength of our sports development pipeline
Our students continued to shine at the GIIS Real World Challenges Convention (RWCC) 2024 Games. In athletics, the U14 Boys topped the podium in the Long Jump, while Siddhi Saini delivered an exceptional all-round performance in the U16 Girls category, taking 1st place in Long Jump, 100m, and 200m.
Building confidence beyond the field
These successes reflect the depth of talent and commitment among our students, as well as the guidance and support of our dedicated coaches. Whether it’s achieving gold medals or learning through friendly competition, our student-athletes continue to exemplify what it means to lead with passion, resilience, and school spirit.
At GIIS, our sports culture isn’t just about winning. It’s about building confident, disciplined individuals who carry the lessons of the field into every part of their lives.
If you are keen to know more about GIIS East Coast, please don’t hesitate to connect to our admissions counsellors.
Muhammad Haiqal Bin Azhar
Coach Haiqal is a passionate and dedicated Physical Education Teacher, Football Coach, and Trainer with over nine years of teaching experience, including five impactful years at Global Indian International School (GIIS), East Coast Campus. His mission is simple yet powerful. “To inspire young minds through sport and serve as a role model by instilling values of discipline, teamwork, and resilience”. His dynamic coaching style and student-first approach have contributed to a vibrant and active sporting culture within the school community. Beyond the classroom and field, he has successfully organised multiple flagship events that brought families and students together.
