Private School Directory Malaysia
Complete list of 417 registered private schools in Malaysia. Find international, private, and expatriate schools by state.
Types of Private Schools in Malaysia
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.
Private Schools by State in Malaysia
Private School Fees in Malaysia
Compare private school fees across Malaysia. From RM 8K to RM 100K per year, find the right school for your budget.
Compare School Fees →What is a Private School in Malaysia?
Private schools in Malaysia are educational institutions registered under the Ministry of Education through the SMIPS system (Sistem Maklumat Institusi Pendidikan Swasta). This directory covers 417 registered schools across four categories.
International schools follow curricula from Cambridge IGCSE, the IB Diploma Programme, A-Levels, or other international frameworks. English is the primary medium of instruction. Private primary schools cover Standard 1 to 6, mostly following the Malaysian National Curriculum (KSSR) with smaller class sizes than government schools. Private secondary schools prepare students for SPM, Cambridge IGCSE, or both. Expatriate schools serve children of foreign nationals with curricula from their home countries (Japanese, German, French, Korean, and others).
Selangor has the most private schools (167), followed by Kuala Lumpur (53) and Johor (50). At the city level, Shah Alam leads with 27 schools, followed by Kuala Lumpur (23) and Petaling Jaya (20). Annual fees range from under RM 5,000 for rural primary schools to over RM 130,000 for premium international campuses. See our fee comparison guide for breakdowns by school type and state.
All data is sourced from SMIPS, the official database of the Ministry of Education Malaysia, with additional information from school websites. Read our parent guides for advice on admissions, curricula, and choosing the right school.
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.