Private School Directory Malaysia
Complete list of 417 registered private schools in Malaysia. Find international, private, and expatriate schools by state.
Private School Categories
Private Primary Schools
Private primary schools offer primary level education (Standard 1-6) with the Malaysian National Curriculum in a smaller, more personalized learning environment.
Private Secondary Schools
Private secondary schools provide secondary level education (Form 1-5) with the Malaysian National Curriculum and preparation for the SPM examination.
International Schools
International schools offer international curricula such as Cambridge (IGCSE/A-Levels), IB, American, or Australian curriculums with English as the medium of instruction.
Expatriate Schools
Expatriate schools are established for children of foreign nationals working in Malaysia, offering the curriculum of their home country.
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What is a Private School?
Private schools in Malaysia are educational institutions established and funded by private individuals or organizations, distinct from government schools. These schools are registered under the Ministry of Education Malaysia through the SMIPS system (Sistem Maklumat Institusi Pendidikan Swasta).
There are four main categories of registered private schools in Malaysia:
- International Schools - Offering international curricula (Cambridge, IB, IGCSE) with English as the medium of instruction.
- Private Primary Schools - Primary education (Standard 1-6) following the Malaysian National Curriculum.
- Private Secondary Schools - Secondary education (Form 1-5) preparing students for the SPM examination.
- Expatriate Schools - Catering to children of expatriates with curricula from their home countries.
This directory lists all 417 registered private schools in Malaysia with up-to-date contact information from official sources.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are there in Malaysia?
There are 417 registered private schools in Malaysia across 4 categories: International Schools (253), Private Primary Schools (72), Private Secondary Schools (73), and Expatriate Schools (19).
Which state has the most private schools?
Selangor has the highest number of private schools with 167 schools, followed by Kuala Lumpur (53) and Johor (50).
What is the difference between international and private schools?
International schools follow international curricula (like Cambridge or IB) and use English as the primary medium of instruction. Private schools generally follow the Malaysian National Curriculum (KSSR/KSSM) but offer smaller class sizes and better facilities compared to public schools.
Where is this data from?
All school data is sourced from SMIPS (Sistem Maklumat Institusi Pendidikan Swasta), the official private education institution information system of the Ministry of Education Malaysia.