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The International School of Kuala Lumpur

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

The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) is a registered international school in Kuala Lumpur, and the longest-running IB World School in Malaysia since 1965. Annual fees range from approximately RM 110,000 to RM 165,000. The school holds CIS, COBIS, and IB World School accreditation. ISKL reports a 93% IB Diploma pass rate and an average IB score of 34.2 points. Registered with MOE Malaysia under SMIPS code WUB0022.

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School Information

Registration Code WUB0022
School Type International Schools
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, A-Levels, IB Diploma
Level Kindergarten through Year 13 (ages 3-18)
Medium of Instruction English, Malay, Chinese, Mathematics
Website iskl.edu.my
Annual Fees Mid-Range range (RM 30,000 – RM 60,000)Estimated
Accreditation CIS, COBIS, IB World School
Languages English, Malay, Chinese, Mathematics
Gender Co-educational
Address No 2 Lorong Kelab Polo di Raja Kuala Lumpur 55000 Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Postcode 55000
State Kuala Lumpur, Peninsular Malaysia
Phone 03-48135000
Email iskl@iskl.edu.my
Registered With Ministry of Education Malaysia (SMIPS)

About The International School of Kuala Lumpur

The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) has operated since 1965, making it the longest-running IB World School in Malaysia. The school serves families from across the diplomatic, corporate, and professional communities in Greater KL, with approximately 1,500 students from dozens of nationalities.

ISKL holds CIS, COBIS, and IB World School accreditations. The school operates from its Ampang Hilir campus with purpose-built facilities for all levels from Elementary through High School.

Curriculum at The International School of Kuala Lumpur

ISKL follows an American-based framework for Elementary and Middle School, transitioning to the IB Diploma Programme and Advanced Placement (AP) courses at High School (Grades 11-12). The IB Diploma track reports a 93% pass rate against the global average of approximately 89%, with an average score of 34.2 points (global average: 30.6).

On the AP track, 83% of ISKL students scored 4-5, placing them in the “very well qualified” or “extremely well qualified” categories. This dual IB-AP pathway at the high school level is distinctive among KL’s international schools.

IB examination fees and external assessment costs are charged separately from tuition.

Fees at The International School of Kuala Lumpur

Annual fees at ISKL range from approximately RM 110,000 (primary) to RM 165,000+ (high school). The school fees guide explains common ancillary costs beyond tuition.

Fee TypeAmount
Primary (approximate annual)RM 110,000 - RM 140,000
High School/IBDP (approximate annual)RM 135,000 - RM 165,000+
Application feeRM 1,780
Registration feeRM 59,000
Life-Centered Education (if applicable)RM 52,364/yr

All fees above RM 60,000 are subject to 6% SST. ISKL sits in the premium band for international schools in Kuala Lumpur.

Admissions at The International School of Kuala Lumpur

ISKL operates rolling admissions throughout the year. Key deadlines are May 1 for Elementary and Middle School, and March 24 for High School. Placement testing may be required for new applicants.

Contact admissions at 03-4813 5000 or iskl@iskl.edu.my.

The International School of Kuala Lumpur in Kuala Lumpur

ISKL is in Kuala Lumpur, which has 23 registered private schools. The Ampang Hilir campus is in the eastern diplomatic corridor of the city.

Kuala Lumpur has 38 registered international schools and 53 private schools total. The Kuala Lumpur international schools directory lists every registered option.

Contact: 03-4813 5000, iskl@iskl.edu.my, iskl.edu.my.

Questions about The International School of Kuala Lumpur

What curriculum does ISKL follow?

ISKL offers the IB Diploma Programme at Grades 11-12, alongside Advanced Placement (AP) courses. The school follows an American-based framework for Elementary and Middle School, transitioning to IB and AP at High School. 93% of students pass the IB Diploma (global average: 89%). 83% scored 4-5 on AP exams.

How much are the fees at ISKL?

Annual fees range from approximately RM 110,000 (primary) to RM 165,000+ (high school/IBDP). One-time costs include a RM 1,780 application fee and RM 59,000 registration fee. 6% SST applies on fees above RM 60,000. Life-Centered Education (learning support) is an additional RM 52,364/year.

What are ISKL's academic results?

ISKL reports a 93% IB Diploma pass rate (global average: 89%) and an average IB score of 34.2 points (global average: 30.6). 83% of students scored 4-5 on AP examinations, qualifying as very or extremely well qualified.

How old is ISKL?

ISKL has operated since 1965, making it the longest-running IB World School in Malaysia with over 60 years of continuous operation. The school holds CIS, COBIS, and IB World School accreditations.

What are the admissions timelines at ISKL?

ISKL operates rolling admissions throughout the year. Key deadlines: May 1 for Elementary and Middle School, March 24 for High School. Placement testing may be required for new applicants.

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