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Sekolah Antarabangsa Jesselton

Primary and Secondary school in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, East Malaysia (Borneo)

Jesselton International School (Sekolah Antarabangsa Jesselton) is a British curriculum international school in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. Founded in 2018, the school offers Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level examinations for students aged 4 to 18. The primary curriculum covers English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Art, Music, PE, and languages including Malay and Mandarin. Enrolment fee is RM 6,000 with a refundable deposit of RM 2,000. Scholarships are available. SMIPS code XUB4002.

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School Information

Registration Code XUB4002
School Type International Schools
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A-Levels
Level Kindergarten through Year 13 (ages 4-18)
Medium of Instruction English
Website jisgroup.edu.my/
Annual Fees Mid-Range range (RM 30,000 – RM 60,000)Estimated
Accreditation Cambridge International
Languages English
Founded 2018 (8 years)
Gender Co-educational
Boarding No
Address Wisma Hayssam, LOT 1, Jalan Kemajuan Karamunsing Kota Kinabalu 88000 Sabah
Postcode 88000
State Sabah, East Malaysia (Borneo)
Phone 01117799843
Registered With Ministry of Education Malaysia (SMIPS)

About Jesselton International School

Jesselton International School was founded in 2018 in Kota Kinabalu, the state capital of Sabah. Named after the colonial-era name for Kota Kinabalu, the school provides British curriculum education for local and expatriate families in East Malaysia. The campus at Wisma Hayssam in Karamunsing serves students from kindergarten through A-Levels.

Sabah has a smaller international school market compared to the Klang Valley, with 5 registered international schools statewide. Jesselton fills the demand for Cambridge-pathway education in the Kota Kinabalu area, where families previously had limited options for IGCSE and A-Level preparation.

Curriculum at Jesselton International School

Jesselton International School follows the British curriculum structured across four stages:

  • Kindergarten (Ages 4-6): Foundation stage with early literacy, numeracy, and social development.
  • Primary School (Years 1-6): Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Art, Music, and PE. Malay and Mandarin are offered as language options.
  • Secondary School (Years 7-11): Students follow the Cambridge curriculum and prepare for Cambridge IGCSE examinations across a range of core and elective subjects.
  • A-Level Programme (Years 12-13): Students pursue Cambridge International A-Levels for university entry.

The school holds Cambridge International accreditation and teaches primarily in English.

Fees at Jesselton International School

Jesselton International School charges the following upfront costs at registration:

Fee TypeAmount (RM)
Enrolment fee (one-time)6,000
Refundable deposit2,000

Tuition is billed on a three-term schedule. The school does not publicly list termly tuition amounts. Scholarships are available for students demonstrating academic excellence, talent, or community contributions. The school fees guide explains how to budget for international school costs.

Contact the school at 011-1779 9843 for the current tuition schedule.

Admissions at Jesselton International School

Jesselton International School accepts students aged 4 to 18. The school offers scholarships to outstanding applicants. Prospective families can contact the admissions office for campus visits, assessment schedules, and intake dates.

Contact admissions: 011-1779 9843, jisgroup.edu.my.

Jesselton International School in Sabah

Jesselton International School is in Kota Kinabalu, which has 9 registered private schools. Kota Kinabalu is the state capital and largest city in Sabah, serving as the commercial and transport hub of East Malaysia.

Sabah has 5 registered international schools and 33 private schools total. The Sabah international schools directory lists every registered option.

Contact: 011-1779 9843, jisgroup.edu.my.

Questions about Sekolah Antarabangsa Jesselton

What curriculum does Jesselton International School follow?

Jesselton International School follows the British curriculum, with students preparing for Cambridge IGCSE examinations in Years 7-11 and Cambridge A-Levels in Years 12-13. The primary school covers English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Art, Music, PE, and languages including Malay and Mandarin.

How much are the fees at Jesselton International School?

Jesselton International School charges a one-time enrolment fee of RM 6,000 and a refundable deposit of RM 2,000 at registration. The school operates on a three-term fee schedule. Contact the school at 011-1779 9843 for the current termly tuition rates.

Does Jesselton International School offer scholarships?

Yes. Jesselton International School offers scholarships to deserving students, recognising academic excellence, talent, and community contributions. Scholarship details and eligibility criteria are available through the school's admissions office.

What age groups does Jesselton International School accept?

The school accepts students aged 4 to 18, structured as Kindergarten (ages 4-6), Primary School (Years 1-6), Secondary School (Years 7-11 for IGCSE), and A-Level Programme (Years 12-13).

Where is Jesselton International School located?

The school is at Wisma Hayssam, Lot 1, Jalan Kemajuan, Karamunsing, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. Karamunsing is a commercial area in central Kota Kinabalu, accessible from the main coastal highway.

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