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Brunei has 9 international schools matching the british curriculum category, offering families genuine choice across different price points and locations.
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Jerudong International School (JIS), established in 1997, is a British International day and boarding school located in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei. Catering to students aged 2 to 18 from over 45 countries, JIS offers a British International curriculum including the EYFS, IGCSE, A Levels, IB Diploma, and BTEC programs. The school boasts a 120-acre campus equipped with 27 science laboratories, a Performing Arts Centre, music faculty, art, design, and technology studios, and extensive sports facilities. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence and personal development, JIS provides a nurturing environment for students to thrive.
Miftah An-Nur Islamic International School offers a unique educational experience in Brunei Darussalam, seamlessly blending the British National Curriculum with rich Bruneian heritage and Islamic values. Established in 2017, the school is dedicated to shaping "God-conscious" global citizens through a personalized approach in its modern campus in Sungai Akar. The curriculum is rigorous yet values-driven, preparing students for Cambridge IGCSEs while fostering spiritual growth through daily practices like morning Dhikr and Quranic recitation.
International School Brunei’s Seria Campus is a co-educational day school located in the Panaga area of Kuala Belait, Brunei. It caters to children aged 2 to 13, offering Early Years and Primary education based on the UK National Curriculum adapted for an international context. The small campus setting allows for a close-knit, supportive environment where children benefit from personalised attention and strong teacher-student relationships. Specialist subjects such as Music, Physical Education, and Modern Foreign Languages (including Mandarin and Malay) are integrated into the curriculum. The campus has strong ties to the nearby Centre for Inclusive Learning (CIL), ensuring that students with additional learning needs receive tailored support.
Seri Mulia Sarjana International School (SMSIS) opened in 1998. It began as a Special English Language class within the former PDS School and moved to a new campus in 1998, becoming PDS International School. In 2008 a name change updated the school to Seri Mulia Sarjana International School. The campus sits in the Gadong/Mata-Mata area of Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei's capital. The latitude/longitude of the campus are 4.9003042, 114.9003268. SMSIS is an international school serving expatriate and Bruneian families, with Early Years and Primary education; it prepares students for Secondary years. Principal: Chong Wee Meng. The language of instruction is English, with Bahasa Melayu integrated from Kindergarten 2 to Year 6 and Mandarin offered as an elective. Curricula include the Early Years Foundation Stage and Cambridge Primary Programme, with Brunei SPN 21 subjects (MIB, Bahasa Melayu, Islamic Religious Knowledge) as compulsory in local contexts. The school publishes field trips and co-curricular activity content indicating a broad program of academic and cultural activities, and a Parent-Teacher Association exists. SMSIS has accreditation activity including a WASC candidacy.
Panaga School is a unique international community school located in the serene Panaga residential area of Brunei, catering specifically to the families of Shell and its business partners. Established in 1948 and now operated by Jerudong International School (JIS), it offers a seamless educational journey for children aged 2 to 13 years. The school is split across two campuses—Mendaram/Rampayoh for early years and lower primary, and Teraja/Melilas for upper primary and middle years—allowing for age-appropriate learning environments. The curriculum blends the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and International Primary Curriculum (IPC) with the British curriculum for English and Mathematics, ensuring a robust academic foundation alongside thematic, inquiry-based learning. Distinctive features include specialist teachers for Art, Music, Digital Education, and Physical Education even at the primary level, and a Dutch Language (NTC) programme for eligible students. With its coastal location, the school emphasizes outdoor education and leverages its "Expeditions Week" to foster resilience and environmental stewardship.
Chung Hwa Middle School (CHMS), Bandar Seri Begawan, is a private, co‑educational campus serving preschool through secondary levels in Brunei's capital. The school is organized into three divisions: Kindergarten for ages 3–6, Primary School, and Secondary School. In Primary, the curriculum follows Brunei's 21st Century Education System, with Lower and Upper Primary delivering language‑rich instruction across 12 subjects, all taught in English, while Malay and Chinese are taught as languages. Lower Primary students take part in the government PSR examination at the end of Primary, and Upper Primary follows the same pathway. In Secondary, the school follows a 21st Century Education System framework for Year 7–8, with Year 11 culminating in the GCE O Level, and the Malay Islam Monarch Concept (MIB) integrated into the program. English is the medium for most subjects, with Chinese and Malay taught as languages; CHMS also emphasizes extracurriculars, including Academic Societies, Uniform Groups, and Sports Clubs. The principal is Kho Guik Lan. The campus is located at Jalan Berangan, Bandar Seri Begawan BS8211. Coordinates: 4.8948373, 114.9446416. CHMS celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2022.
EML International School is a specialized early years institution in Brunei Darussalam that describes itself as an "Outdoor School" inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach. Located in the quiet area of Sungai Hanching, the school offers a unique learning environment for children aged 2 to 6, spanning Nursery to Kindergarten 3. The campus is designed to connect children with the natural world, featuring facilities like a mud kitchen, sandpit, and extensive outdoor play areas where students spend a significant portion of their day.
International School Brunei (ISB) – Bandar Campus is a co-educational day and boarding school located in the serene area of Sungai Hanching, Bandar Seri Begawan. Established in 1964, ISB offers education for students aged 2 to 18, following an adapted England and Wales curriculum, progressing to IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The campus, inaugurated in 2015, is designed with eco-friendly principles, reflecting the school's commitment to sustainability. ISB's diverse student body represents over 40 nationalities, fostering a multicultural learning environment.
Bright Jigsaw School is a private English-medium school for local and expatriate children from Kindergarten 1 to Year 6. It follows the SPN21 curriculum with UK-based reading programmes and provides SENA support alongside enrichment activities such as Jolly Phonics, a UK Reading Scheme, ICT, Arts, Music, and Physical Education. Class sizes are kept to 20-25 students, and the academic year runs January to November. The campus is located at No. 675 Kampong Salambigar, Jalan Muara, BC1515, Brunei. The principal is Shazwani Haji Shahibulbahri. The school reports over 350 students and 25 teachers and emphasises inclusive education and a dedicated SENA programme for eligible students.
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