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IB Curriculum International Schools in Malaysia

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About international schools in Malaysia

The International Baccalaureate is offered at a growing number of schools across Malaysia, from standalone IB World Schools to dual-pathway institutions that pair IB with Cambridge or national programmes. The IB Diploma Programme is particularly sought after by families planning university applications to the US, UK, or Europe, while the PYP and MYP offer inquiry-based learning from the early years.

Compare 19 IB Curriculum international schools in Malaysia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average MYR 55,499), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 19 schools · avg fee MYR 55,499
Schools listed
19
Curricula
16
Average annual fee
MYR 55,499
Fee range
MYR 12,000 – 142,000
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (14 schools)
Average school size
680 pupils
Largest by enrolment
The International School of Kuala Lumpur
Oldest
The International School of Penang (Uplands) (1955)
With boarding
9

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13 international schools in Kuala Lumpur

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3 international schools in Johor Bahru

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2 international schools in Penang

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1 international school in Ipoh

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FAQs for Malaysia

How many IB schools are in Malaysia?
Malaysia has around 16 schools offering one or more IB programmes, concentrated in Kuala Lumpur.
What IB programmes are available?
Schools offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP).
Are IB schools more expensive than British schools?
IB schools tend to be at the higher end of the fee range, typically RM 40,000 to RM 100,000 per year.
Which cities have IB schools?
Most IB schools are in Kuala Lumpur, with a few in Johor Bahru and Penang.

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