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St. John’s International Primary School, Kuala Lumpur

Primary and Secondary school in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Peninsular Malaysia

St. John's International Primary School in Kuala Lumpur is a La Salle-affiliated Cambridge school at a heritage campus on Jalan Bukit Nanas, in the heart of KL city centre. Fees range from RM 11,280 to RM 24,450 per year for Malaysians and RM 12,280 to RM 28,100 for non-Malaysians. A 20% sibling discount applies. The school covers primary through secondary levels.

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School Information

Registration Code WUB0030
School Type International Schools
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE
Level Kindergarten through Year 13 (ages Primary and Secondary)
Medium of Instruction English
Website sjis.edu.my
Annual Fees Mid-Range range (RM 30,000 – RM 60,000)Estimated
Accreditation Cambridge Assessment International Education, MOE Malaysia
Languages English
Gender Co-educational
Boarding No
Address 145, Jalan Bukit Nanas Kuala Lumpur 50250 Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Postcode 50250
State Kuala Lumpur, Peninsular Malaysia
Phone 03-20341788
Email corporate-com@sjis.edu.my
Registered With Ministry of Education Malaysia (SMIPS)

About St. John’s International Primary School, Kuala Lumpur

St. John’s International Primary School sits at Lot 145, Jalan Bukit Nanas, one of the most distinctive school locations in Kuala Lumpur. The heritage campus is tucked into the Bukit Nanas hillside in the city centre, near the KL Tower and the last remaining patch of primary rainforest in central KL. The school is the first private La Salle-affiliated institution in Malaysia, carrying the order’s educational tradition of values-based learning under the motto “Faith and Fortitude.”

SJIS is accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Education and covers primary through secondary levels. The school welcomes students of all faiths and nationalities, with separate fee tiers for Malaysian and non-Malaysian families.

Curriculum at St. John’s International Primary School, Kuala Lumpur

SJIS follows the Cambridge International curriculum across its primary and secondary divisions.

Primary (Cambridge Primary): Students follow the Cambridge Primary framework covering English, mathematics, and science, with additional subjects including Bahasa Melayu, Mandarin, and creative arts. Cambridge Primary assessments provide standardised benchmarks at key stages.

Secondary (Cambridge Lower Secondary and IGCSE): Students progress toward Cambridge IGCSE examinations. The La Salle values of respect, responsibility, and service are woven through the pastoral programme alongside the academic curriculum.

Fees at St. John’s International Primary School, Kuala Lumpur

SJIS operates two fee tiers based on nationality. The school fees guide explains how to evaluate dual-tier fee structures.

CategoryAnnual Fees
MalaysianRM 11,280 - RM 24,450
Non-MalaysianRM 12,280 - RM 28,100

A 20% sibling discount applies for additional children enrolled, reducing the total cost for families with two or more students at the school.

Facilities at St. John’s International Primary School, Kuala Lumpur

The heritage campus at Jalan Bukit Nanas includes classrooms, a library, and recreational areas within the hillside setting. The proximity to the Bukit Nanas forest reserve provides a green backdrop unusual for a city-centre school. The campus is within walking distance of the KL Monorail (Bukit Nanas station) and Dang Wangi LRT station.

Admissions at St. John’s International Primary School, Kuala Lumpur

SJIS accepts applications through its online registration system. The school provides an Education Management System (EMS) portal for enrolled families. Registration is open throughout the year, with the main intake in January.

St. John’s International Primary School in Kuala Lumpur

SJIS is in Kuala Lumpur city centre, accessible from most parts of KL via the Monorail, MRT, and major road networks. The KL international schools directory lists all registered options in the federal territory.

Contact: 03-2034 1788, corporate-com@sjis.edu.my, sjis.edu.my.

Questions about St. John’s International Primary School, Kuala Lumpur

What are the fees at St. John's International School?

Malaysian students pay RM 11,280 to RM 24,450 per year depending on year level. Non-Malaysian students pay RM 12,280 to RM 28,100 per year. A 20% sibling discount is available, making it more affordable for families with multiple children enrolled.

What is the La Salle connection?

St. John's International School is affiliated with the La Salle Brothers, a Catholic educational order with schools worldwide. The school's motto 'Faith and Fortitude' reflects the La Salle values-based education tradition. It was the first private La Salle-affiliated school in Malaysia.

Where is St. John's International School?

The school is at Lot 145, Jalan Bukit Nanas, in the KL city centre (postcode 50250). This heritage location is near the KL Tower, within the Bukit Nanas forest reserve area. The city-centre positioning makes it accessible from Bangsar, KLCC, and Sentul via the Monorail and MRT.

What curriculum does SJIS follow?

SJIS follows the Cambridge International curriculum, accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE). The school covers primary levels with Cambridge Primary assessments and transitions students toward Cambridge IGCSE at the secondary stage.

Is SJIS open to all faiths?

Yes. While SJIS has a La Salle Catholic heritage, the school is co-educational and welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds.

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