Education

About international schools and expatriate schools in Malaysia

If you are thinking of enrolling your child at a school in Malaysia, your best option would be an international school that uses English as a medium of instruction. You may also want to consider an expatriate school particularly if they offer a curriculum that is taught using your child’s mother tongue.

When choosing a school, it is best to start your preparation early. Find out about the curriculum they offer, the facilities available, the instructional approach, the school’s affordability and the next intake.

Most schools would require your child to undergo an interview and assessment following your application. It would also be wise to visit the school before making a final decision.

Cost of education (at various education levels and for various curricula e.g. UK, US, etc.)

The fees at international schools range from RM10,000 to RM50,000 per year at primary and secondary levels. When assessing the affordability of the school you may want to consider the distance of the school from your home, the class size, duration of schooling hours, the facilities available, and extra-curricular activities offered.

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How to apply
Most schools accept direct applications and will assist parents in obtaining the necessary immigration documents, e.g. student pass. It is good to enquire about the next intake and apply early. Students below 15 whose parents are not residing in Malaysia at the time of their schooling require an appointed guardian.

About international schools and private schools in Malaysia
If you are thinking of enrolling your child at a school in Malaysia, you have the option of letting your child attend a private or public school or even an international school.

Private schools generally teach using the Malaysian national curriculum. In contrast, international schools mostly offer a curriculum using English as a medium of instruction, based on foreign syllabus, e.g. UK, US, Australian, etc.

When choosing a school, it is best to start your preparation early. Find out about the curriculum they offer, the facilities available, the co-curricular activities, the instructional approach, the school’s affordability and the next intake.

Most private schools and international schools would require your child to undergo an interview and assessment following your application. It would also be wise to visit the school before making a final decision.

Cost of education

The fees at private schools range from RM 8,000.00 to RM15,000.00 at primary and secondary levels, whereas for international schools, the fees range from RM10,000.00 to RM50,000.00 at primary and secondary levels.

When assessing the affordability of the school you may want to consider the distance of the school from your home, the class size, duration of schooling hours, the facilities available, and extra-curricular activities offered.

Click here for a list of private schools featured here

How to apply

Most schools accept direct applications and it is advisable to enquire about the next intake and apply early as places at some schools are extremely competitive. As a Malaysian, your Malaysian children will not need any special immigration student pass to study and remain in Malaysia.