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Chung Hwa Middle School (CHMS), Bandar Seri Begawan, is a private, co‑educational campus serving preschool through secondary levels in Brunei's capital. The school is organized into three divisions: Kindergarten for ages 3–6, Primary School, and Secondary School. In Primary, the curriculum follows Brunei's 21st Century Education System, with Lower and Upper Primary delivering language‑rich instruction across 12 subjects, all taught in English, while Malay and Chinese are taught as languages. Lower Primary students take part in the government PSR examination at the end of Primary, and Upper Primary follows the same pathway. In Secondary, the school follows a 21st Century Education System framework for Year 7–8, with Year 11 culminating in the GCE O Level, and the Malay Islam Monarch Concept (MIB) integrated into the program. English is the medium for most subjects, with Chinese and Malay taught as languages; CHMS also emphasizes extracurriculars, including Academic Societies, Uniform Groups, and Sports Clubs. The principal is Kho Guik Lan. The campus is located at Jalan Berangan, Bandar Seri Begawan BS8211. Coordinates: 4.8948373, 114.9446416. CHMS celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2022.
Stella's School Brunei was established in 1969 by the late Mrs Stella Litherland to provide a British-type education for expatriate families. The campus is located at No 4 & 7, Simpang 538, Jalan Kebangsaan Lama, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam. The school offers Kindergarten for ages 3–5 and Primary through Year 6, with English as the language of instruction and Bahasa Melayu taught as a subject. The English department emphasizes daily reading, writing and grammar, supported by a well-stocked school library. Regular field trips, assemblies and Friday clubs (including Scouts, cooking, baking, Science and Outdoor activities) enrich the curriculum. The principal is Lise K Lee. The school aims to develop confident, independent learners who can adapt to an ever-changing world.
Jerudong International School (JIS), established in 1997, is a British International day and boarding school located in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei. Catering to students aged 2 to 18 from over 45 countries, JIS offers a British International curriculum including the EYFS, IGCSE, A Levels, IB Diploma, and BTEC programs. The school boasts a 120-acre campus equipped with 27 science laboratories, a Performing Arts Centre, music faculty, art, design, and technology studios, and extensive sports facilities. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence and personal development, JIS provides a nurturing environment for students to thrive.
Annual fees
BND 13,512 – 28,896
Ages
2 to 18 years
Curriculum
IB (DP), British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
International School Brunei (ISB) – Bandar Campus is a co-educational day and boarding school located in the serene area of Sungai Hanching, Bandar Seri Begawan. Established in 1964, ISB offers education for students aged 2 to 18, following an adapted England and Wales curriculum, progressing to IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The campus, inaugurated in 2015, is designed with eco-friendly principles, reflecting the school's commitment to sustainability. ISB's diverse student body represents over 40 nationalities, fostering a multicultural learning environment.
Annual fees
BND 6,840 – 20,010
Ages
2 to 18 years
Curriculum
IB (DP), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE
Learning Tree School in Brunei Darussalam has operated since 1989. It was established on 2 January 1989 by Hjh. Mahani Haji Osman as Learning Tree Kindergarten. The school is located at Simpang 102 Kg Anggerek Desa, Jalan Pulaie (PO Box 2610, BS8675). It offers three levels: Kindergarten, Lower Primary and Upper Primary. The Kindergarten program develops personal and social development, physical development, cognitive development, aesthetics and creative development, and information and communication technology. Lower Primary continues to build on previously learned skills and move toward a more formalized approach to learning. Upper Primary provides a bridge to more abstract thinking within a balanced curriculum aligned with the Ministry of Education guidelines and SPN21 framework.
Annual fees
Fees not listed
Ages
3 to 12 years
Curriculum
British Curriculum, British Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum
