International Schools in Malaysia
Compare 100 international schools in Malaysia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average MYR 43,363), location, and more to find the right international school now.
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- Schools listed
- 100
- Curricula
- 28
- Average annual fee
- MYR 43,363
- Fee range
- MYR 1,000 – 247,800
More school facts
- Most common curriculum
- Cambridge IGCSE (74 schools)
- Average school size
- 716 pupils
- Largest by enrolment
- Invictus International School - Spring Hills Campus
- Oldest
- The Alice Smith School - Primary Campus (1946)
- With boarding
- 26
About international schools in Malaysia
International schools in Malaysia are a diverse sector that serves both expatriate and Malaysian families, concentrated in the Kuala Lumpur/Klang Valley area with additional clusters in Penang and Johor. Most offer English-medium pathways built around internationally recognised systems - commonly the British (IGCSE/A-Level), the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP) and American-style programmes, with a smaller number offering Australian or other national curricula. Expect a wide fee spectrum (from lower-cost international schools up to premium programmes), and note that very high-fee placements can attract a 6% service tax where applicable; schools typically run main intakes in January and August but also operate rolling admissions for some year groups. If your family is relocating, check each school’s sponsorship for international students (EMGS/Student Pass requirements) or whether your child will travel on a Dependent Pass, and ask for a full, written “first-year all-in” fee schedule before you commit.
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Choosing an international school in Malaysia
Curricula
There are 100 international schools in Malaysia covering 28 curricula. The most widely offered are Cambridge IGCSE (74), British Curriculum (44), Cambridge (Secondary) (42), Cambridge (Primary) (35), Cambridge A Levels (31). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.
Fees & what they cover
Annual tuition across Malaysia runs from about MYR 1,000 to MYR 247,800, averaging roughly MYR 43,363. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.
Admissions & timing
Sought-after schools in Malaysia run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.
Boarding
26 of the 100 schools offer boarding — useful if you're relocating or want weekly or full boarding.
How doris stays impartial
doris lists every international school in Malaysia we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.
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FAQs for Malaysia
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How much should we budget for tuition and additional costs?
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