In the vibrant tapestry of Malaysian education, where international schools often symbolize premium education, the pursuit of quality need not come with an exorbitant price tag. These schools, scattered across the Malaysian landscape, showcase an impressive fusion of academic excellence, multicultural environments, and budget-friendly tuition fees. From innovative teaching methodologies to comprehensive extracurricular offerings, each school on this list strives to provide an enriching and inclusive educational experience.
Listed below are some of the international schools with fees below RM35,000 (USD7,400):
Note: The schools below are listed in alphabetical order. The sequence in which they appear does not in any way reflect the ranking of the school.
Campus Rangers International School, 9Seputeh offers a supportive learning environment where students will benefit from an intimate school setting that brings out the absolute best in every child. It started as an IGCSE learning centre in 2012 by a husband-and-wife duo, who are both experienced educators with a vision to inspire and transform students’ lives. For many students, if not all, the personalised learning experience was transformational; they managed to perform much better in ways that they were unable to in other schools. Seeing these exceptional achievements, the founders sought to expand their vision. Here it is today, with a bigger campus while maintaining the same close-knit community.
Tuition Fees: From RM15,000 to RM24,900 (USD3,200 - USD5,300) per annum
Curriculum: British
Levels Taught: Year 1-11
Location: Seputeh, Kuala Lumpur
Cranbridge International School, Kuala Lumpur offers a stimulating environment for students to exude academic ambition and benefit from an all-round development as individuals and global citizens. The school started as a learning centre with a humble handful of students. Today, it continues to promote an intimate setting with a close-knit community who believes “All Children Can and Will Learn”.
At Cranbridge, students learn across a continuum of programmes guided by the Pearson Edexcel syllabus. Pearson Edexcel is grounded in the quality and traditions of the British education system made relevant for today's international learners. Starting from preschool to A Level, students are continually inspired to pursuit their personal best, while equipping themselves with 21st century skills to thrive in this rapidly changing world.
Cranbridge International School is an approved examination centre for Edexcel assessments. The school has a strong track record of academic excellence with top scorers across O Level and A Level qualifications. Students continuously celebrate outstanding results including Highest in Asia for Advanced Level Mathematics 2018 and Highest in the World for Further Pure Mathematics 2018 – a true testament to the quality of education offered at Cranbridge.
Tuition Fees: From RM19,980 - RM26,988 (USD4,200 -USD5,700) per annum
Curriculum: British
Levels Taught: Year 1-11 and Year 12-13 (A-Levels)
Location: Kuala Lumpur
Hua Xia International School (HXIS), Seri Kembangan is nothing short of a strong school profile. The school sits within a guarded secure building in Wisma Huazong, complete with well-equipped facilities to foster collaborative learning, creativity and innovation. At HXIS, students are inspired to aim high, beyond academic accomplishments, and never lose sight of embracing their own uniqueness and talents. The teachers work hard to arm them with skills that are vital to becoming successful global citizens, so that they will be ready to face the future with confidence, independence and leadership. The curriculum covers Early Years Foundation, Primary and Secondary programmes.
Tuition Fees: From RM28,830 to RM33,180 (US6,000 - USD7,000) per annum
Curriculum: British
Levels Taught: Year 7-11
Location: Seri Kembangan
Pine Hills International School (PHIS) is an inclusive international school committed to celebrating individuality and developing inquisitive learners who will be well equipped for life. PHIS provides British-based education for students aged three years and above across their Preschool Programme, Primary Programme, Secondary Programme and A Levels. The programmes place equal emphasis on academic rigour, digital literacy and the development of essential life skills.
PHIS also has a Gifted Kids department that supports students with special needs. Special needs students will have access to personalised treatment from professional therapists. This will eventually help them achieve the greatest level of independence possible and be able learn at par with their peers in a mainstream setting.
Tuition Fees: From RM 18,900 to RM 31,500 (USD4,000 - USD6,700) per annum
Curriculum: British
Levels Taught: Year 1-11
Location: Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya, Kuala Lumpur
St. John’s International School or SJIS is a private-funded International School that is an associate La Salle School in collaboration with the La Salle Brothers in Malaysia. The establishment of SJIS is in keeping with one of the priorities of the Lasallian Family in Malaysia to cater to the needs of young Malaysians, and also to link the school with a Lasallian organisation that has an outstanding and reputable long-history of delivering excellent education not only in Malaysia but in 82 countries worldwide.
They offer world-class programmes from preschool all the way up to pre-university within a premise that holds a multitude of facilities, such as ICT and science labs, a futsal court, a gymnasium, a library and a basketball court.
More than just a school, SJIS is seen as a harmonious and cooperative community. The institution recognizes the great influence of healthy parent-teacher relationships on a supportive learning environment. Through warm and open communication between parties, these key individuals in a child’s life can work together to bring up competent and confident members of society.
Tuition Fees: From RM13,700 to RM15,800 (USD2,900 - USD3,300) per annum
Curriculum: British
Levels Taught: Year 1-11
Location: Bukit Nanas, KL
With a mission of transforming the lives of its learners, and a vision to create a community where everyone flourishes, Templer Park International School (TPIS) prioritizes the highest standard of education, one which will ultimately result in outstanding achievements and holistic outcomes among its students. The school holds on firmly to the belief that quality education which is holistic in nature is paramount for a student’s future success, and will allow easier access to further educational opportunities. Modern skills, attributes and understanding of concepts are also focused on at TPIS, as students prepare themselves for the challenges to be faced in this ever-evolving, vastly connected world and its fast-paced, technology rich future.
Templer Park International School (TPIS) is Malaysia’s renowned ‘School in a Green Park’, surrounded by breath-taking greenery and nature of which the area is known for. The location of TPIS offers opportunities for outdoor exploration and physical activities in a nature-based environment which benefit all its students of all learning levels, ensuring each of them are adequately exposed to experiential learning which exceeds the typical classroom settings. TPIS’s four distinct phases, Early Years; Primary, Middle School, and High School represents a learning system which progresses seamlessly to ensure students get the most out of their education.
Tuition Fees: RM19,500 to RM32,500 (USD4,100 - USD7,000) per annum
Curriculum: British & American
Levels Taught: Grade 1-12
Location: Rawang
UCSI Schools aim to develop global citizens and inspire future leaders by providing a world-class, 21st century education. The mission of UCSI Schools is to provide a holistic education that prepares learners for the future by equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and values needed to become responsible global citizens in a 21st century world.
The school has continued to serve as an educational home to both local and expatriate individuals, not only amongst the academic team but amongst the students and school community as well. UIS Subang Jaya focuses on eight critical characteristics in their learning content and experiences. The rapid advancement of technological innovation, global competition and a push towards a knowledge-based economy require their students to have a repertoire of soft and hard skills. The school place a strong emphasis on Character Education, Global Citizen Skills, Problem-based Collaborative Learning and Co-curricular Activities amongst others, forming a truly holistic education for the 21st century.
Tuition Fees: From From RM19,380 to RM28,470 (USD4,100 - USD6,000) per annum
Curriculum: British
Levels Taught: Year 1-10
Location: Subang Jaya
The information provided in this article is current as of December 2023. Fees mentioned are subject to change at the discretion of the schools. Kindly get in touch with the school for the most up-to-date information upon application and enrolment.
