Labuan International School
Primary and Secondary school in Labuan, Labuan, East Malaysia (Borneo)
Labuan International School (LIS) was founded in 1996 in the Labuan Federal Territory. The school offers a dual-curriculum blend of British (Cambridge IGCSE) and Malaysian programmes for 300+ students. Fees range from RM 6,000 (Reception) to RM 19,200 (G10-11) per year. Facilities include 19 air-conditioned classrooms, ICT lab, swimming pool, and tennis courts. Supported by Labuan FSA.
Verified from SMIPS, MOE MalaysiaSchool Information
| Registration Code | WUB4001 |
| School Type | International Schools |
| Curriculum | Cambridge IGCSE, A-Levels, IB Diploma |
| Level | Kindergarten through Year 13 (ages 3-18) |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| Website | lis.edu.my |
| Annual Fees | Mid-Range range (RM 30,000 – RM 60,000)Estimated |
| Accreditation | CIS, COBIS, IB World School |
| Languages | English |
| Gender | Co-educational |
| Address | LOT 11334, Kampung Tanjung Aru, Jalan Tanjung Aru W.p Labuan 87008 Wilayah Persekutuan Labuan |
| Postcode | 87008 |
| State | Labuan, East Malaysia (Borneo) |
| Phone | 087-597300 |
| admin@lis.edu.my | |
| Registered With | Ministry of Education Malaysia (SMIPS) |
About Labuan International School
Labuan International School (LIS) was founded in 1996 in the Labuan Federal Territory, an island off the coast of Sabah. Now approaching 30 years of operation, LIS serves the international and local community on Labuan island, drawing families from the offshore financial sector, government services, and the broader Labuan population. The school enrols over 300 students across Reception through Grade 11.
Labuan’s status as Malaysia’s offshore financial centre brings a transient expatriate population, and LIS has served as the island’s primary international education option since its founding. The school receives support from the Labuan Financial Services Authority (FSA), reflecting this institutional connection. At RM 6,000 to RM 19,200 per year, LIS is one of the most affordable international schools in Malaysia.
Curriculum at Labuan International School
LIS runs a dual-curriculum model serving both international and local students.
British/International Stream: Students follow the Cambridge International pathway leading to Cambridge IGCSE examinations. This stream uses English as the primary medium of instruction and provides internationally recognised qualifications.
Malaysian/Local Stream: Students follow the Malaysian national curriculum with instruction in Bahasa Melayu and English. This stream leads to national assessments and qualifications.
Both streams operate within the same school, sharing facilities and co-curricular activities while maintaining separate academic pathways.
Fees at Labuan International School
LIS is among the most affordable international schools in Malaysia. The school fees guide explains how fees in federal territories compare to those in the Klang Valley.
| Level | Monthly Fee | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Reception | RM 500 | RM 6,000 |
| Grade 1-6 | RM 1,150 | RM 13,800 |
| Grade 7-9 | RM 1,350 | RM 16,200 |
| Grade 10-11 | RM 1,600 | RM 19,200 |
| Additional Fees | Amount |
|---|---|
| Entrance exam | RM 50 |
| Registration | RM 300 |
| Deposit | RM 1,160 |
Facilities at Labuan International School
The campus at Kampung Tanjung Aru includes:
- 19 air-conditioned classrooms with interactive teaching platforms
- ICT laboratory
- Swimming pool
- Tennis courts
- Science laboratories
- Multipurpose hall
The school also uses the Schoology learning management system for online and blended learning support.
Admissions at Labuan International School
LIS admits students from Reception through Grade 11. An entrance examination (RM 50) is part of the admissions process. The school serves both the local Labuan community and families relocating to the island for work in the financial services sector.
Labuan International School in Labuan
LIS is the primary international school option in Labuan Federal Territory. The island is accessible by air from Kota Kinabalu and Kuala Lumpur, and by ferry from Sabah.
Contact: 087-597 300, admin@lis.edu.my, lis.edu.my.
Questions about Labuan International School
What are the fees at Labuan International School?
Reception is RM 500 per month (RM 6,000 per year). Grades 1 to 6 are RM 1,150 per month (RM 13,800 per year). Grades 7 to 9 are RM 1,350 per month (RM 16,200 per year). Grades 10 to 11 are RM 1,600 per month (RM 19,200 per year). Entrance exam fee is RM 50, registration is RM 300, and the deposit is RM 1,160.
What curriculum does LIS follow?
LIS offers a dual curriculum: the British pathway (Cambridge IGCSE) for the international stream and the Malaysian national curriculum for the local stream. This allows families to choose between an international or national qualification pathway within the same school.
How many students attend LIS?
LIS enrols over 300 students across Reception through Grade 11. The school draws students from the Labuan island community, including families connected to the Labuan Financial Services Authority (FSA) and the offshore business sector.
What is the connection to Labuan FSA?
LIS receives support from the Labuan Financial Services Authority, reflecting the federal territory's status as Malaysia's offshore financial centre. The FSA connection helps sustain the school as a community institution for the families of financial sector workers based in Labuan.
What facilities does LIS have?
The campus includes 19 air-conditioned classrooms with interactive teaching platforms, an ICT laboratory, swimming pool, tennis courts, science laboratories, and a multipurpose hall.