Primary-Years International Schools in Malaysia
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Primary years (Year 1–6 / Grade 1–5) build the English foundation and the habits of logical thinking. Malaysian international schools split mainly into British (Year 1–6), American (Grade 1–5), and IB PYP — each pointing toward a different long-term direction. Annual tuition runs roughly 50K–100K MYR — about a third to a half of equivalent Western schools.
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TIThe International School of Kuala Lumpur
Kuala LumpurInternational Baccalaureate
108,500 MYR/year
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CICempaka International School
Kuala LumpurBritishInternational Baccalaureate
44,650 MYR/year
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UIUCSI International School - Kuala Lumpur
Kuala LumpurBritishInternational
38,100 MYR/year
FAQ
- Q. Can students transfer in mid-year?
- A. Most schools accept mid-year transfers. A school-specific English assessment and a brief interview are typical.
- Q. How do students keep up Japanese?
- A. Three options dominate: weekend Japanese supplementary school, online Japanese tutoring, and at-home study. For long stays, factor in proximity to a supplementary school when picking schools.