Kuala Terengganu,
Terengganu
096262490
Code: TUB3001
Sekolah Antarabangsa Ekhlass
Primary and Secondary school in Kemaman, Terengganu, Peninsular Malaysia
Ekhlass International School (Sekolah Antarabangsa Ekhlass) is an international school in Kijal, Kemaman, Terengganu. Established in 1995, the school was founded to serve the growing expatriate community in the Kijal area. Ekhlass follows the British National Curriculum alongside the Cambridge International Primary Curriculum, leading to IGCSE examinations. Annual tuition fees range from RM 13,800 (kindergarten) to RM 29,600 (primary). The academic year runs September to July across three terms. SMIPS code TUB2001.
Verified from SMIPS, MOE MalaysiaSchool Information
| Registration Code | TUB2001 |
| School Type | International Schools |
| Curriculum | International Curriculum (Cambridge, IB, IGCSE, or equivalent) |
| Level | Kindergarten through Year 13 (ages 3-19) |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| Annual Fees | Mid-Range range (RM 30,000 – RM 60,000)Estimated |
| Address | PT 7227 Taman Kijal Meraga, Kijal Kemaman 24100 Terengganu |
| Postcode | 24100 |
| State | Terengganu, Peninsular Malaysia |
| Phone | 09-8631136 |
| phyja_eis@yahoo.com | |
| Registered With | Ministry of Education Malaysia (SMIPS) |
About Ekhlass International School
Ekhlass International School (Sekolah Antarabangsa Ekhlass) was established in 1995 in Kijal, a small town in the Kemaman district of Terengganu. The school was founded to serve the academic needs of expatriate children drawn to the area by the oil and gas industry. Over three decades, it has provided English-medium education in a part of the east coast where international school options are limited.
The campus at Taman Kijal Meraga serves a compact student body in a rural setting. The school covers pre-school through primary levels, with IGCSE preparation for secondary students.
Curriculum at Ekhlass International School
Ekhlass International School follows the British National Curriculum. In the primary years, students work through the Cambridge International Primary Curriculum, covering English, Mathematics, and Science as core subjects. Secondary students prepare for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE).
The academic year runs from September to July, divided into three terms. This September-start calendar aligns with the British school year rather than the Malaysian January-start cycle, which suits the expatriate families the school was designed to serve.
Fees at Ekhlass International School
Ekhlass International School publishes the following fee structure:
| Fee Type | Amount (RM) |
|---|---|
| Application fee | 2,000 |
| Registration fee | 8,000 |
| Refundable deposit | 5,000 |
| Kindergarten tuition (annual) | 13,800 |
| Primary tuition (annual) | 29,600 |
| Secondary tuition (annual) | 21,000 |
First-year costs for a primary student total approximately RM 44,600 including application, registration, deposit, and tuition. The school fees guide explains how to compare fee structures across schools.
Admissions at Ekhlass International School
Ekhlass International School admits students from pre-school through secondary level. The school caters primarily to expatriate families in the Kemaman district, though Malaysian students are also accepted. The September intake aligns with the British academic calendar.
Contact admissions: 09-863 1136, phyja_eis@yahoo.com.
Ekhlass International School in Terengganu
Ekhlass International School is in Kijal, Kemaman district, on the east coast of Terengganu. Kemaman is located along the coastal highway between Kuantan (Pahang) and Kuala Terengganu, with the oil and gas sector as the primary industry driver in the area.
Terengganu has 2 registered international schools and 8 private schools total. The Terengganu international schools directory lists every registered option.
Contact: 09-863 1136, phyja_eis@yahoo.com.
Questions about Sekolah Antarabangsa Ekhlass
What curriculum does Ekhlass International School follow?
Ekhlass International School follows the British National Curriculum. Primary students learn through the Cambridge International Primary Curriculum, while secondary students prepare for IGCSE examinations. The school year is divided into three terms, running from September to July.
How much are the fees at Ekhlass International School?
Annual tuition fees at Ekhlass International School are RM 13,800 for kindergarten, RM 29,600 for primary, and RM 21,000 for secondary. Additional one-time costs include an application fee of RM 2,000, registration fee of RM 8,000, and a refundable deposit of RM 5,000.
What age group does Ekhlass International School serve?
Ekhlass International School caters to children aged 2 to 12, with classes from pre-school through primary school. The school was originally established to serve expatriate children in the rural Kijal area of Kemaman.
Where is Ekhlass International School located?
The school is at PT 7227, Taman Kijal Meraga, Kijal, 24100 Kemaman, Terengganu. Kijal is a small town on the east coast, located between Kuantan and Kuala Terengganu along the coastal highway.
Why was Ekhlass International School established in Kijal?
Ekhlass International School was established in 1995 to meet the educational needs of expatriate children in the Kijal area of Kemaman. The presence of oil and gas industry operations in the region brought international families who needed English-medium schooling for their children.