If your child needs to relocate to another country while he or she is still schooling, then finding a suitable new school would be one of your priorities.
The good news is, international schools are widely available in major cities to cater to children from expat families.
If you’re relocating to KL, then this list of international schools in KL will come in handy for you!
We’ve included some nearby residential properties for each school as well, in case you’re looking for a home that’s near the school.
1) Hibiscus International School (Formerly known as Time International School)
- Website: http://www.hibiscus.edu.my
- Contact number: +603 6242 5544 / +603 6243 5544
- Address: No. 2, Jalan Udang Harimau 3 Kepong Business Park, Taman Sri Segambut, 51200 Kuala Lumpur
Hibiscus International School caters to students in their early years, all the way to Year 11. Those who graduate will receive the IGCSE certificate, a globally recognised qualification for universities.
The school gives students the opportunity to take part in events and external competitions.
This includes the International Young Inventors Project Olympiad, Singapore & Asian Schools Math Olympiads, and Cultural Day, among others.
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2) International Islamic School
- Website: https://www.iium-schools.edu.my/v1/
- Contact number: +603 6188 4400
- Address: Jalan Kampung Sungai Pusu, Batu 8 Gombak, 53100 Kuala Lumpur
Like many international schools, International Islamic School follows the Cambridge syllabus. The school offers an Islamic curriculum, apart from the normal curriculum.
Now, under the Islamic curriculum, students get to study Arabic, the Quran, and Islamic Studies.
For students who might be less proficient in English, the Communicative English Programme is something that they can register for.
Hostel accommodation is available for students if they find it more feasible. They can apply for a room for an extended period, or stay for as short as a night.
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3) Sayfol International School
- Website: https://www.sayfol.edu.my/
- Contact number: +603 4256 8791 / +603 4256 9541 / +603 4256 8781
- Address: 261, Jalan Ampang, Taman U Thant, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Founded in 1985, Sayfol International School also has a campus in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
In upper secondary, students are geared towards the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Examinations. The International A-Levels programme is offered in Year 12 and 13.
For a small fee, the school provides after-school care. The school also offers shuttle bus services between home and school for those living in major residential areas in KL.
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4) Utama International School
- Website: www.sriutama.edu.my
- Contact number: +603 4021 2490 / +603 4021 2553
- Address: Lot 27, Jalan Usahawan 5, Kawasan Perindustrian Ringan Setapak, 53200 Kuala Lumpur
Utama International School in KL comes under the Utama Schools group, which also has branch campuses in Kuala Terengganu and Kuala Lumpur.
In this Kuala Lumpur Campus, separate buildings cater to international school and national school students.
However, there are also common areas such as futsal fields, basketball courts, and pools to foster a sense of community.
The school offers student accommodation, comprising six-bed hostel rooms. Meals, laundry services, as well as security and supervision are also provided.
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5) Taylor’s International School
- Website: http://www.tis.edu.my
- Contact number: +603 8932 5000
- Address: No 9 Jalan 1/75C, Off Jalan Pria Taman Maluri, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Taylor’s International School prides itself on imbuing students with character building principles grounded in Eastern and Western philosophies.
Apart from the core curriculum, students are equipped with technological and entrepreneurial skills, among other skills.
The school believes that a holistic education will give its students a competitive edge in an ever-changing world.
Taylor’s International School has been given the 5-Star Excellence Award by the Ministry of Education in Malaysia.
In 2018, the school was awarded the Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand Award for the third consecutive year.
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6) The International School @ ParkCity
- Website: https://isp.edu.my
- Contact number: +603 6280 8880
- Address: 1, Jalan Intisari, Desa Parkcity, 52200 Kuala Lumpur
The International School @ ParkCity is a non-selective (admission without prerequisites) co-educational school that caters to students from 3 to 18 years old.
To prepare students for a digital world, the school integrates the use of technology in lessons. Students across primary and secondary levels are provided a personal iPad.
The school believes in providing a rigorous and well-rounded curriculum. On top of the typical curriculum, there are compulsory classes for creative arts.
Graduates of the school have been offered some of the most prestigious university courses. They include Aerospace Engineering, International Business Management, and Psychology, among others.
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7) Mont’Kiara International School
- Website: www.mkis.edu.my
- Contact number: +603 2093 8604
- Address: 22, Jalan Kiara, Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Mont’Kiara International School offers a North American curriculum from pre-kindergarten through Grade 12.
At Mont’Kiara International School, students can choose from a wide selection of subjects and activities.
The institution also focuses on important educational skills such as critical thinking, technological literacy, and independent learning.
The school has a swimming pool, a 440-seat theatre, and a design tech lab, among other on-campus facilities.
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8) Sri Sempurna International School
- Website: www.srisempurna.edu.my
- Contact number: +603 9132 5100
- Address: 2A, Jalan Selasih, Taman Cheras, 56100 Kuala Lumpur
Sri Sempurna International School provides only primary and secondary education, offering the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum to upper secondary students.
The school prides itself on undertaking a more holistic approach to educating its students.
The educational institutional aims not just for each student to excel academically, but to also develop areas such as character building, life skills, and spiritual growth.
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9) The Alice Smith School
- Website: www.alice-smith.edu.my
- Contact number: +603 2148 3674
- Address: 2, Jalan Bellamy, Bukit Petaling, 50460 Kuala Lumpur
The Alice Smith School is a not-for-profit international school in Malaysia, and is also one of the most established British international schools in Southeast Asia.
82% of the school’s teachers are from the UK, with an average teaching tenure of 6 years.
The school has gained a reputation for outstanding British education, state-of-the-art facilities, and a commitment to all-round academic excellence.
Students are given the opportunity to choose from subjects such as music, computing skills, and art skills, amongst many others.
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10) St John’s International School
- Website: https://www.sjis.edu.my/
- Contact number: +603 9212 9640
- Address: Lot 145, Jalan Bukit Nanas, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
A privately-funded international school, St John’s International School is an associate La Salle school in Malaysia.
St John’s International School prides itself on its outstanding scholastic tradition, as well as being the lowest priced international school in Malaysia.
The school places emphasis on a holistic education, discipline, as well as strong relationships between student and faculty.
The school offers the lower secondary, IGCSE, and A-Level curriculum.
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11) Vikas International School
- Website: www.vikas.edu.my
- Contact number: +603 7982 3992
- Address: No. 168, Jalan Klang Lama, Batu 3 1/2, 58000 Kuala Lumpur
Vikas International School caters to students from kindergarten to the tenth grade.
Their curriculum includes learning three languages, a core subject (mathematics), and additional subjects such as cursive writing, computer science, science, social science, and drawing and colouring.
The school provides facilities such as computer, math, and science laboratories for its students.
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12) Garden International School
- Website: https://school.taylors.edu.my/gis.php
- Contact number: +603 6209 6888
- Address: 16, Jalan Kiara 3, Off Jalan Bukit Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Founded in 1951, Garden International School offers a British-based education for those from 3 to 18 years of age.
Garden International School is known as one of the most expensive and largest private schools in Malaysia, providing plenty of facilities on campus.
This includes research facilities, a library, sports hall, art rooms, and laboratories. The school also offers over 200 co-curricular programmes.
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13) International School of Kuala Lumpur
- Website: https://www.iskl.edu.my/
- Contact number: +603 4813 5000
- Address: No. 2, Lorong Kelab, Polo Di Raja, 55000 Kuala Lumpur
The International School of Kuala Lumpur is a private, not-for-profit school for students aged 3 to 18.
Since 1989, the school has been providing the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).
Notably, the recent Class of 2019 graduates had over 400 acceptances from more than 200 universities all over the world.
The Aquatics Complex is among one of the school’s world class facilities. The complex includes one 50-meter Olympic sized competition pool, a 25-meter daily activity pool, and a pool for young learners.
Nearby residential properties to consider
That’s quite a number of international schools to choose from if you’re moving to KL! If you’re looking to stay near a chosen school, you could consider some of the respective properties we’ve suggested. However, if you prefer staying close to public transport instead, you could get a place near the Ampang LRT Line, or the Sri LRT Petaling Line.