Singapore Curriculum International Schools in Malaysia
Edited by Aziza Francienne · B2C Marketing Manager
About international schools in Malaysia
Singapore-curriculum international schools in Malaysia are typically distinguished by an emphasis on the Singapore syllabuses for mathematics and science and by classroom practices that prize procedural fluency and structured progression; many schools combine those Singapore elements with internationally recognised routes (for example Cambridge) for older students. Instruction is usually in English, with schools commonly offering Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia (and English-support/EAL programmes) as additional language options. Fees vary widely by location and school type - local reports show international school tuition in Malaysia ranges from modest local-market levels up to premium fees, with many Johor international options noticeably cheaper than comparable Singapore schools. Families should expect main intakes at the start of school terms (many schools publish January, April and September/August intakes) plus rolling or in-year admissions where places exist, and should plan ahead for application fees, entrance assessments and termly deposits when relocating across the Causeway or within Malaysia.
Compare 7 Singapore Curriculum international schools in Malaysia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average MYR 15,612), location, and more to find the right international school now.
At a glance 7 schools · avg fee MYR 18,734
- Schools listed
- 7
- Curricula
- 9
- Average annual fee
- MYR 18,734
- Fee range
- MYR 11,880 – 24,000
- Most common curriculum
- Singapore Curriculum (7 schools)
- Average school size
- 325 pupils
- Largest by enrolment
- Stellar International School
- Oldest
- Labuan International School (1996)
- With boarding
- 1
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