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Top 10 International Schools in Malaysia (2026)<\/p>\n

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Malaysia is home to a wide range of international schools across Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Johor, Penang and other key education hubs, with families comparing schools by curriculum, campus location, academic pathway, boarding options, university preparation and 2026 – 2027 fees.<\/p>\n

This 2026 guide highlights a curated list of 10 international schools in Malaysia, helping parents review established British, American, IB, Canadian and Cambridge pathways before shortlisting schools or booking a school tour.<\/p>\n

Here’s the list of Top 10 International Schools in Malaysia (2026):<\/p>\n

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School<\/strong><\/td>\nCity<\/strong><\/td>\nCurriculum<\/b><\/td>\nFee Range (MYR)<\/b><\/td>\nHighlights<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Marlborough College Malaysia<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\nIskandar Puteri, Johor<\/td>\nBritish, IGCSE, IB Diploma<\/td>\nRM66,780 – RM176,808
Application Fee: RM2,000<\/td>\n		MCM is a top non-profit British boarding and day school near Singapore, set on a 90-acre Johor campus with UK heritage and a sixth form IB Diploma pathway.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The British International School of Kuala Lumpur<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\nPetaling Jaya<\/td>\nBritish, IGCSE, A Levels<\/td>\nRM62,471 – RM135,261
Application Fee: RM1,500<\/td>\n		Nord Anglia school with strong academic outcomes, global learning collaborations and a full early years to sixth form pathway.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Stonyhurst International School Penang<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\nPenang<\/td>\nBritish, IGCSE, A Levels<\/td>\nRM21,600 – RM75,525
Application Fee: RM1,000<\/td>\n		Jesuit values-based school for ages 3 to 18, with a close community, pastoral focus and full school progression.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Nexus International School Malaysia<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\nPutrajaya<\/td>\nBritish, IPC, IGCSE, IB Diploma<\/td>\nRM46,050 – RM114,925
Application Fee: RM1,300<\/td>\n		Day and boarding school with modern learning spaces, strong pastoral care and a learner-centred approach.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Taylor\u2019s International School<\/td>\nKuala Lumpur \/ Puchong<\/td>\nBritish, IPC, IGCSE<\/td>\nRM19,080 – RM55,050
Application Fee: RM1,000<\/td>\n		Known for its Quantum Learning approach, bilingual exposure and strong focus on character-building alongside academics.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tenby Schools Penang<\/td>\nPenang<\/td>\nBritish, IPC, IGCSE<\/td>\nRM16,239 – RM95,994
Application Fee: RM2,000<\/td>\n		Part of the International Schools Partnership network, with a multicultural school community and broad co-curricular opportunities.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sunway International School<\/td>\nSubang Jaya, Selangor<\/td>\nCanadian, Cambridge, IB<\/td>\nCurrently not available<\/em><\/td>\nSunway school offering Canadian, Cambridge and IB pathways within the wider Sunway City Kuala Lumpur education ecosystem.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Forest City International School<\/td>\nForest City, Johor<\/td>\nAmerican, AP<\/td>\nRM69,430 – RM88,510
Application Fee: RM1,060<\/td>\n		Boarding and day school close to Singapore, with a spacious coastal campus and strong residential life provision.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The International School of Kuala Lumpur<\/td>\nKuala Lumpur<\/td>\nAmerican, IB, AP<\/td>\nRM74,412- RM152,004
Application Fee: RM1,908<\/td>\n		Offers high school pathways with IB Diploma and AP options, supported by advisory, activities and college counselling programmes.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Oasis International School<\/td>\nKuala Lumpur<\/td>\nAmerican<\/td>\nRM31,000- RM81,620
Application Fee: RM1,500<\/td>\n		U.S.-certified teachers, character development, athletics and college-preparatory learning in a smaller school setting.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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MARLBOROUGH COLLEGE MALAYSIA<\/a><\/strong><\/h1>\n

\"\" Puteri, Johor<\/em>
Curriculum: <\/strong>British, IGCSE, IB Diploma
Ages<\/strong>: 3-18
Founded In<\/strong>: 2012<\/p>\n

Marlborough College Malaysia (MCM) is a top non-profit British boarding and day school in Johor, located near Singapore and set within a purpose-built 90-acre campus. The school offers a full 3 to 18 education pathway, with British curriculum foundations, IGCSE in the senior years and the IB Diploma Programme at sixth form.<\/p>\n

The MCM campus includes extensive academic, sports, performing arts and boarding facilities, supported by a pastoral structure that reflects Marlborough College\u2019s UK heritage. Its Johor location also makes the school accessible to families based in both Malaysia and Singapore.<\/p>\n

HIGHLIGHTS:
<\/strong>Non-profit model, 90-acre Johor campus, approximately 1 hour from Singapore by school transport, British boarding pathway, IB Diploma sixth form<\/p>\n

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STONYHURST INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL PENANG<\/a><\/strong><\/h1>\n

\"\" Penang<\/em>
Curriculum: <\/strong>British, IGCSE, A Levels
Ages<\/strong>: 3-18
Founded In<\/strong>: 2022<\/p>\n

Stonyhurst International School Penang is a coeducational international school for students aged 3 to 18, inspired by the values and educational tradition of Stonyhurst College in the UK. The school places emphasis on compassion, care, character and a full school journey from early years through to senior school.<\/p>\n

Its learning environment is shaped around academic growth, pastoral care and character development, with students progressing through a British international curriculum toward senior school qualifications. The school also brings the Stonyhurst ethos into a Penang setting, combining heritage with a modern international school campus.<\/p>\n

HIGHLIGHTS:
<\/strong>Stonyhurst UK heritage, values-based education, ages 3 to 18, pastoral focus, full school progression<\/p>\n

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THE BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF KUALA LUMPUR<\/a><\/strong><\/h1>\n

\"\" Petaling Jaya, Selangor<\/em>
Curriculum: <\/strong>British, IGCSE, A Levels
Ages<\/strong>: 2-18
Founded In<\/strong>: 2009<\/p>\n

The British International School of Kuala Lumpur (BSKL) is a Nord Anglia Education school offering a British curriculum pathway from early years to sixth form. Students progress through IGCSE and A Level programmes, with the school\u2019s academic profile supported by Nord Anglia\u2019s global education network.<\/p>\n

The school combines academic learning with specialist teaching, co-curricular activities and international learning collaborations. BSKL’s campus supports learning across early years, primary, secondary and sixth form, giving students continuity through each stage of school life.<\/p>\n

HIGHLIGHTS:
<\/strong>Nord Anglia network, strong A Level results, early years to sixth form, specialist facilities, international learning collaborations<\/p>\n

BOOK A SCHOOL TOUR<\/a> \u00a0 | \u00a0 VIEW FEES<\/a> \u00a0\u00a0| \u00a0VISIT WEBSITE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Why Choose an IB School in Malaysia?<\/strong><\/h2>\n