Arrows International School vs Collinz International School - Glenmarie

	A Arrows International School Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia	C Collinz International School - Glenmarie Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year MYR 11,810 - 20,930	Fees / year MYR 16,200 - 29,280
Age range	Age range 6 - 17 years	Age range 4 - 17 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils	Pupils 400	Pupils 300
Typical class size	Typical class size 25	Typical class size 16
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2010	Opened 2021
Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Arrows International School is situated in Oasis Corporate Park, Ara Damansara, Petaling Jaya—just a 3‑minute walk from Citta Mall and about 1 km from the Ara Damansara LRT station. A range of nearby bus stops along the Subang Airport route offers additional public transport access.	Location The Glenmarie campus is located in Shah Alam, Selangor, within the Klang Valley region. It sits in a commercial zone that is close to residential neighbourhoods and is well connected by major roads. Families from Shah Alam and nearby areas such as Subang Jaya and Klang can reach the school conveniently.
Stages	Stages The school serves Year 1 through Year 11, covering both primary (Years 1–6) and secondary (Years 7–11) education following the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum.	Stages The school provides education from Preschool (EYFS) through Primary (Years 1–6) and Secondary (Years 7–11), culminating in the Cambridge IGCSE examinations. This covers students aged 4 to 17 years.
School type	School type Arrows is a co-educational day school registered with Malaysia’s Ministry of Education and authorized by Cambridge Assessment International Education as an IGCSE examination centre.	School type Collinz International School is a co-educational day school. It does not offer boarding facilities but provides a bus service for day-to-day student transport.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The website does not reference any specific support or provisions for Additional Learning Needs (SEN).	Additional learning support Families must disclose any special educational needs during admissions. The school may withdraw an offer if these are not disclosed. No dedicated SEN programmes are published on the school’s website.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school has no affiliations with any particular country.	Country affiliation The school has no national affiliation. It follows the English National Curriculum and the Cambridge IGCSE pathway.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school originated as a Christian Homeschool Learning Center, but its current website provides no indication of ongoing religious instruction or affiliation.	Religious affiliation The school has no religious affiliation listed on its website.
School day structure	School day structure The school’s general opening hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. There are no further details about class timings, lunch breaks, or structured daily schedules.	School day structure The school day runs from 7:30am to 5:00pm during term time, with lessons beginning at 7:50am. Lunch is available through the school’s canteen service, and outside food deliveries are not permitted.
Bus service details	Bus service details Arrows International School does not mention any school-operated bus or coach service on its website.	Bus service details Yes, a student bus service is offered. Routes are coordinated with external providers, and families liaise directly for pick-up and drop-off. Availability is limited, and the school sets guidelines for safe and punctual use.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application Fees The school does not specify an application or registration fee. Tuition Fees (per year, by year group) * Year 1–2: RM 11,810 per year * Year 3–4: RM 12,410 per year * Year 5–6: RM 13,010 per year * Year 7: RM 16,730 per year * Year 8: RM 17,930 per year * Year 9: RM 19,886 per year * Year 10–11: RM 20,930 per year Fees are quoted annually; there is no mention of a per-term breakdown. Billing Schedule and Payment Terms No specific payment schedule is listed on the school’s website. Families are encouraged to confirm arrangements with the admissions office. Other Costs The school does not specify additional costs such as uniforms, meals, or extracurricular charges. Refund Information Refund policies are not mentioned publicly and should be confirmed directly with the school. Payment Options The school does not list accepted payment methods online. It is recommended to check with administration for details about bank transfer or card payments.	Fee details Tuition Fees (Per Year) Preschool (Nursery & Reception): RM16,200 Primary (Years 1–6): RM16,500 – RM19,500 Lower Secondary (Years 7–9): RM22,500 – RM24,540 Upper Secondary (Years 10–11, IGCSE): RM29,280 Fees are billed by term, with three terms per academic year. Families may also choose to pay upfront with discounts: 1 term upfront: 3% discount 2 terms upfront: 4% discount 3 terms upfront (yearly): 5% discount Sibling Discount A 10% discount on tuition fees applies to the younger sibling if two children are enrolled in the same academic year.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement School uniform is compulsory Monday to Friday; sports attire is allowed on days when students participate in Co-Curricular Activities or when notified.
Food options	Food options The school has a canteen on site.	Food options All lunches and snacks are included in the school fees. Meal plans are optional and halal-certified. The school has four air-conditioned dining halls; the Main dining hall is used by students from Year 1 upwards, and the Preschool dining hall is located within the primary building; meals are prepared on-site with rotating menus.
House system	House system —	House system The school runs a House system; every student is assigned to a House and will contribute to the points, fostering community and teamwork among the sports houses.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is licensed by and registered with the Ministry of Education Malaysia. It originated in 2010 as a Christian homeschooling center and is operated by Arrows Resource Center and Arrows International School, Malaysia.	Governance and ownership The school is part of Collinz Education Group, which operates two international school campuses in Glenmarie, Shah Alam, and Klang.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Arrows International School offers education for Years 1 to 11, following the Cambridge curriculum throughout both primary and secondary stages. In the primary years (Years 1–6), students study a broad range of core subjects, including English, Mathematics, Science, and Humanities, with Malay and Mandarin offered as additional languages. The secondary programme (Years 7–9) builds on this foundation with further subject specialization and preparation for the Cambridge IGCSE qualifications. In Years 10–11, students sit for the IGCSE exams as Arrows is a registered Cambridge Assessment International Education examination centre. Co-curricular offerings include music, dance, visual arts, and sports, alongside life skills and community outreach activities. The curriculum combines classroom learning with creative, cultural, and service opportunities designed to prepare students for further education.	Curriculum details The school follows the English National Curriculum, beginning with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) in Preschool, where children are introduced to early literacy and numeracy alongside English, Malay, and Mandarin. In Primary (Years 1–6), students study core subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, Computing, and the arts, supported by the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). At Secondary (Years 7–9, Key Stage 3), the curriculum builds a strong foundation in subjects such as English, Mathematics, Sciences, History, Geography, Computing, Music, Art & Craft, and Physical Education. In Years 10–11 (Key Stage 4), students prepare for the Cambridge IGCSE examinations, with the school operating as a registered CAIE examination centre. Instruction is delivered in English, with Mandarin taught as a compulsory subject in Primary and offered through Secondary. This progression ensures a structured pathway from EYFS through to internationally recognised IGCSE qualifications.
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Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school states that its teachers aim to support students’ well‑being and moral values and that it provides counselling sessions for both students and parents in mutual partnership. The school does not provide further specifics on structured SEL programmes, designated staff, or particular initiatives.	Social & emotional learning The school highlights personal development in its mission, focusing on values such as conflict resolution, moral growth, self-confidence, and effective communication. A House System supports student belonging and interaction across year levels. The school also organises educational trips and charity outings, which encourage teamwork and social responsibility. Co-curricular activities, including music, robotics, and sports, also contribute to collaborative and interpersonal development. Beyond these programmes, the website does not list specific SEL staff roles or structured initiatives.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) support, staff, or provisions.	Special educational needs (SEN) Collinz requires families to disclose any special educational needs during admissions. Students must complete an entrance assessment, and applications may be withdrawn if needs are undisclosed. The website does not describe specialised SEN support staff, dedicated programmes, or categories of SEN catered for. The school is not presented as a specialist SEN institution.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school offers English as both a first and second language in Years 10–11 (allowing students to choose the appropriate level for IGCSE). However, no further details are given about support for students for whom English is an additional language beyond this curriculum structure.	English as an additional language The school states that English is the language of instruction and promotes an English Language Environment. However, it does not publish information on EAL-specific support, programmes, or staff provision for students requiring additional English language help. The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Aside from the general counselling provision mentioned (for students and parents), there is no specific information on programmes, staff roles, or initiatives focused directly on student mental wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing An anti-bullying policy is published, outlining preventive measures and procedures for students to seek help. Pupils are encouraged to report issues to teachers, peer mentors, or school management, with escalation to parents or counselling if needed. Beyond this policy, the school does not detail specific mental wellbeing programmes or the presence of counsellors.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school does not publicly describe its safeguarding or child protection policies or procedures.	Safeguarding The school provides a Child Protection Policy, affirming a duty to protect children from harm, act in their best interests, and treat all equally. It emphasises staff responsibility in creating a safe environment and reporting concerns. Together with the anti-bullying policy, these form the school’s stated safeguarding framework. No additional safeguarding initiatives are published.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Arrows International School operates from a newly built 4-storey campus in Oasis Corporate Park, Ara Damansara, Selangor. The campus includes assembly hall, science labs, computer labs, a cafeteria, a children's play zone, a music studio, a dance studio, a culinary arts studio, a film & photography studio, and student lounges cum libraries. A large open concept roof top is designated for sports facilities. Enrolments are open for the current academic year. The address is Block E, Centro @ Oasis Corporate Park, No. 2 Jalan PJU 1A/2, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan.	Facilities overview Facilities are housed across the Glenmarie campus (28 shop-unit blocks) and the Klang campus (Bandar Botanic, 15 shop-unit blocks). The Glenmarie facilities include a library with extensive print and digital resources, a music/dance room, a counselling room, and a multi-purpose hall for assemblies and events. There is also a reception, a computer lab, a science lab, a canteen, and air-conditioned classrooms with whiteboards, projectors and high-speed Wi‑Fi. Additional spaces include a treatment room/sick bay, a living skill workshop room for practical activities, a drop-off/pick-up area, security at the entrance with an emergency exit and onsite parking.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Futsal court, basketball court, captain ball court, table tennis zone, and a pickleball/basketball court cum multipurpose halls.	Sports facilities Multi-Purpose Hall is available for school assemblies, performances and events.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Primary School (Year 1–6) syllabus includes English; Malay as a Foreign Language; Mathematics; Science; Social Studies; Mandarin as a Foreign Language; Computing (ICT). Primary facilities include ICT Room, PE Hall, Assembly Hall, Library/Student Lounge, Canteen, and Science Lab. Secondary School (Year 7–11) follows the IGCSE syllabus; Year 7–9 subjects include English, Malay as FL, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Enterprise, Accounting, Computing (ICT), and Social Studies or Mandarin as a Foreign Language, with Mandarin as a Second Language offered after school (optional). Year 10–11 subjects include English as First Language or English as Second Language, Malay as FL, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Enterprise, with electives in Accounting or Additional Maths and optional After School Class in Accounting. The school is a Cambridge IGCSE Exam Centre. Secondary facilities include Outdoor Multipurpose Sports Court, Library/Student Lounge, Film Studio, ICT Lab, Science Lab, Assembly Hall, Games Area, Gym Area, and Cafeteria.	Academic facilities The library offers extensive hard copy, fiction and non-fiction books, along with digital literacy resources and quiet reading spaces. The campus provides a computer lab and a science lab. Classrooms feature projectors, whiteboards, air-conditioning and high-speed Wi‑Fi.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Co-Curricular offerings include Clubs and Societies and Life Skills Sessions, plus Physical Education. Events and activities include Annual Sports Day, Annual Youth Camp, Annual Year End Concert, Charity Works, Community Outreach Projects, and Field Trips.	Extra curricular facilities Off-Campus (Sports): futsal, badminton, basketball, captain ball, dodgeball, handball, volleyball, ping pong, gym and fitness, bowling. In-Campus (Clubs): Music Club, Culinary Club, Entrepreneurship, Captain Ball, Board Games, Foreign Languages, Robotic Club. Trips and the House System provide additional engagement.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Arrows International School was founded in 2010 as a Christian Homeschool Learning Center before evolving into a fully licensed international school registered with Malaysia’s Ministry of Education. Over the years, the school expanded its facilities and programmes, introducing a primary and secondary division and securing accreditation from Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), making it an approved IGCSE examination centre. In 2021, Arrows was formally recognized as an International Secondary School, cementing its role in offering Cambridge qualifications. The school, led by founding directors Damien and Mei Ying, continues to serve a growing community of students—now numbering over 400—from its campus in Ara Damansara, Petaling Jaya, with a focus on combining academic study with moral development and character education.	History Collinz Education first began in 2010 as a one-stop centre offering Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) programmes. Over time, it expanded into tutorial centres, supporting students preparing for Cambridge examinations. Building on this foundation, Collinz International School was officially established in 2021, marking its entry into full international schooling. Today, the school operates two campuses, located in Glenmarie and Klang, both offering the Cambridge IGCSE pathway.
Community	Community The school community fosters engagement through annual events such as Sports Day, Children’s Camp, Year‑End Concert, Youth Camp, Charity Works, Community Outreach Projects, and various Field Trips. These activities bring together students, families, and staff in shared experiences that reflect cultural or communal values.	Community The school community is shaped by a strong focus on participation in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. Students take part in a variety of events including charity outings, music, robotics, culinary activities, and sports. A House System helps foster a sense of belonging and friendly competition among students. School trips and cultural experiences further extend learning beyond the classroom and support interaction across age groups.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school website does not mention the existence of a Parent Teacher Association (PTA) or describe related groups or activities.	Parent teacher association The school website does not provide details about a Parent Teacher Association (PTA).
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Arrows offers the Cambridge IGCSE pathway for Years 7 to 11 and is licensed by the Ministry of Education Malaysia as an international school. The primary curriculum includes English, Malay as a Foreign Language, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Mandarin as a Foreign Language, and Computing (ICT). The secondary curriculum covers English, Malay as a Foreign Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Enterprise, Accounting, ICT, and Social Studies or Mandarin as a Foreign Language, with Mandarin available as a Second Language option after school. Arrows is an official Cambridge IGCSE Exam Centre.	Academic & intellectual The Glenmarie campus is part of Collinz International School and offers the Cambridge International Curriculum (CAIE) with IGCSE exams. The school has two campuses in the Klang Valley, Glenmarie (Shah Alam) and Klang (Bandar Botanic).
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Facilities support arts and creative pursuits, including a Music Studio, Dance Studio, Culinary Arts Studio, Film & Photography Studio, and a dedicated Film Studio. Students participate in arts-related activities and performances, including the annual Year End Concert. The campus provides spaces for visual arts and media production as part of the program.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Languages taught at Arrows include English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin, with English identified as the main language. Mandarin is offered as a Foreign Language and Bahasa Malaysia is taught as part of the curriculum. An after-school Mandarin as a Second Language class is available (optional).	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Clubs and Societies are part of the co-curricular program, alongside Life Skills sessions and Physical Education. The school runs events such as Annual Sports Day, Annual Youth Camp, and the Year End Concert, plus field trips and charity events. Facilities include spaces such as the library, film studio, and other creative studios to support social and hobby activities.	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service Charity Works and Community Outreach Projects provide volunteering opportunities; field trips also support community engagement and experiential learning.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Clubs and Societies and Life Skills sessions are designed to develop leadership capabilities and practical professional skills.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Extensive sports facilities include futsal and basketball courts, a captain ball court, a table tennis zone, and a multipurpose outdoor court, with a gym area and library/student lounge supporting wellness. Physical Education is part of the co-curricular program, and the school runs events such as Annual Sports Day and Youth Camp to promote activity and wellbeing.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The main language of instruction is English; Malay and Mandarin are taught as foreign languages. The Primary School curriculum includes English, Malay as a Foreign Language, Mandarin as a Foreign Language, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Computing (ICT). The Secondary School follows the Cambridge IGCSE pathway for Years 7–11 and is an official Cambridge IGCSE exam centre; Year 7–9 subjects include English, Malay as a Foreign Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Enterprise, Accounting, Computing (ICT), and Social Studies or Mandarin as a Foreign Language, with Mandarin as a Second Language available as an after-school option. Years 10–11 include English as First Language or English as Second Language, Malay as a Foreign Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Enterprise, with electives such as Accounting or Additional Maths; Mandarin as a Second Language is available as an after-school option. Class sizes are a maximum of 25 students.	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards The school’s website does not provide any information about awards received in the past five years.	Awards The school’s official website does not list any awards received by the institution.
Accreditations	Accreditations * Licensed and registered with the Ministry of Education, Malaysia: This licensing allows the school to operate legally as an international school in the country. * Cambridge Assessment International Education, UK: It enables the school to serve as an approved IGCSE examination centre, allowing students to sit for Cambridge exams on campus.	Accreditations Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE): The school is officially registered as a CAIE school and IGCSE examination centre, allowing both internal students and private candidates to register and take IGCSE exams on its campus.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Initial Inquiry and Contact Families can begin by contacting the school to express interest and request information. The school website provides enrolment prompts and a direct contact form. 2. Application Submission Parents submit an application for their child, though no deadline is specified, allowing rolling admissions throughout the year. 3. Entry Evaluation Applicants are required to sit entrance tests designed to gauge their ability to understand and comprehend core concepts. This step is mandatory before an offer of admission. 4. Offer and Enrolment Successful applicants are offered a place, subject to space availability, after which parents proceed with tuition fee arrangements and registration.	Admissions 1. Enquiry and Visit Families begin by completing a visit request form on the school website. Admissions staff confirm the appointment within two working days or suggest an alternative. This step gives parents and students an opportunity to tour the campus and ask initial questions. 2. Application Submission Applications are submitted with proof of application fee payment and supporting documents, including the child’s birth certificate or passport and the past two years of school reports. Incomplete applications will not be processed, and families are advised to prepare documentation in advance. 3. Assessment and Parent Meeting Applicants complete an entrance assessment, which varies by year group. Preschool applicants are observed through play, while Primary and Secondary students take written assessments and provide a short writing sample. Parents attend a short 20-minute meeting with admissions staff during this stage. Assessments usually last 60–120 minutes per subject. 4. Review and Decision The admissions team reviews the student’s performance and application file. Parents are notified of the outcome within one to two weeks of the assessment. Placement depends on both performance and space availability. 5. Offer and Acceptance Successful applicants receive an official offer letter and a Letter of Acceptance to be signed. Parents confirm the place by returning the acceptance and making the required payment. By signing, families agree to the school’s rules and regulations. If the year group is full, the child will be placed on a waiting list.
Scholarships	Scholarships The school does not provide information about scholarships or fee assistance programs. However, it does offer a 10% tuition discount for the second child onwards in the same family.	Scholarships The school website does not publish any information about scholarships or financial aid programmes. At present, there is no evidence that Collinz International School offers scholarships.
Waitlist	Waitlist The school does not mention operating a waitlist or applicant pool system on its website.	Waitlist The school operates a waiting list for year groups that are at full capacity. If a student is placed on this list, their application remains valid only for that academic year. Families must reapply in the following year if a space does not become available.
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