Austin Heights Private & International School vs Sribagan International School

	A Austin Heights Private & International School Johor Bahru, Malaysia	S Sribagan International School Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year MYR 12,000 - 21,000	Fees / year MYR 1,950 - 13,500
Age range	Age range 3 - 17 years	Age range 3 - 16 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils	Pupils 1,300	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 25	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2011	Opened 2018
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Austin Heights Private & International School is located in Taman Mount Austin. This area is highly accessible via major roads such as the Pasir Gudang Highway and Eastern Dispersal Link, making commutes easy for families, including those crossing the border from Singapore (approximately 30–40 minutes by car). The school is also connected by local bus routes like P111 and T11. Mount Austin boasts a rich variety of amenities including AEON Mall, Toppen Shopping Centre, cafes, restaurants, and entertainment hubs like the Austin Heights Water & Adventure Park. Nearby medical facilities such as Sultan Ismail Hospital add to the area’s appeal, making it ideal for families seeking convenience and lifestyle amenities.	Location Sribagan International School is situated at Level 2, Jalan SiLC 2/11, Kawasan Perindustrian SiLC, 79200 Nusajaya, Johor, Malaysia. The school is located in the Southern Industrial and Logistics Clusters (SiLC) area of Iskandar Puteri, offering convenient access to major expressways and nearby residential neighborhoods.
Stages	Stages The school offers a structured educational journey for early years, primary and secondary levels.	Stages The school offers education across three levels: -Early Years: Ages 3–6 -Primary: Year 1 to Year 6 -Secondary: Year 7 to Year 11 This structure provides a continuous educational pathway from early childhood through to the end of lower secondary education.
School type	School type Austin Heights is a co-educational day school. The school does not offer boarding facilities.	School type Sribagan International School is a co-educational day school, welcoming both boys and girls. The school does not offer boarding facilities.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school provides additional learning support by having Blackboard Learn, an online learning platform that allows students to review lessons, complete assignments, and access resources anytime, making learning more flexible and easier to refer to whenever its needed.	Additional learning support The school does not publish specific details about additional learning support services or facilities for students with additional needs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school does not have formal affiliation with any country.	Country affiliation The school does not have an affiliation with any specific country.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Austin Heights does not have any formal religious affiliation and operates as a secular school.	Religious affiliation Sribagan International School is a secular institution with no religious affiliation.
School day structure	School day structure School start time KG1 - KG2: 8:30 KG3 - G10: 8:00 School finish time KG1: 12:30 KG2: 14:30 (Friday 12:30) KG3 - G1: 14:30 (Friday 13:10) G2 - G10: 15:40 (Friday 13:10)	School day structure Specific details about the daily schedule, including start and end times, as well as break and lunch periods, are not provided on the school's official website.
Bus service details	Bus service details Austin Heights provides a school bus service for its students.	Bus service details Information regarding the availability of a school bus or transportation service is not mentioned on the school's official website.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Tuition Fees (Annually) Early Years 1 & 2 (Age 3–4): RM 12,000 Years 1–3 (Age 5–7): RM 15,600 Years 4–6 (Age 8–10): RM 17,400 Years 7–9 (Age 11–13): RM 20,400 Years 10–11 (Age 14–15): RM 23,400 Years 12–13 (Age 16–17): RM 21,000 Other Fees Application Fee: RM 100 – RM 200 (non-refundable, one-time) Registration Fee: RM 1,000 – RM 2,000 (non-refundable, one-time) Security Deposit: One term’s tuition fee (refundable) Miscellaneous Fees: RM 1,000 – RM 1,500 annually Refund Policy Security Deposit: A refundable deposit equivalent to one term’s tuition fee is required upon enrollment. This deposit is refundable upon withdrawal, provided all dues are cleared and the required notice period is observed. Application & Registration Fees: Both are one-time, non-refundable payments. Miscellaneous Fees: Typically non-refundable and non-transferable. Payment Methods Bank transfers Credit/debit cards Online banking Cash or cheque payments	Fee details Initial Fees * Early Years Registration Fee: MYR 500 (non-refundable) * Year 1 to Year 11 Registration Fee: MYR 1200 (non-refundable) Deposit * Early Years Registration Fee: MYR 1200 * Year 1 to Year 11 Registration Fee: MYR 2200 School Fees (Termly) * Early Years : MYR 650 * Year 1 to Year 3 : MYR 2700 * Year 4 to Year 6 : MYR 3000 * Year 7 to Year 8 : MYR 3450 * Year 9 : MYR 4200 * Year 10 to Year 11 (IGCSE): MYR 4500 * Fees invoiced per academic term * One full term's notice required for withdrawal
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement The school requires uniforms. Socks and shoes are not standardized, giving families flexibility.
Food options	Food options —	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is wholly owned by Austin Heights Education Sdn. Bhd. (777277-H).	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Austin Heights offers a dual-track education system that caters to both local and international students. The International Stream follows the British curriculum, incorporating programmes such as the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), Cambridge International Primary Programme (CIPP), Cambridge Lower Secondary, and ultimately leading to the Cambridge IGCSE examinations in Years 10 and 11. This stream emphasizes inquiry-based and thematic learning, preparing students with critical thinking and global awareness. Alongside this, the school also offers a Private Stream that follows the Malaysian National Curriculum (KSSR/KSSM), making it an excellent choice for families who prefer a local syllabus but still want a strong co-curricular and English-medium education.	Curriculum details Sribagan International School offers the Cambridge International Curriculum across three educational stages: * Early Years (Ages 3–6): Focuses on foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and personal development. * Primary (Years 1–6): Covers core subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, and Global Perspectives. * Secondary (Years 7–11): Prepares students for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examinations. The curriculum is delivered in English, with additional language instruction offered in Bahasa Melayu, Mandarin, and Tamil.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
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 does not have publicly available information regarding SEL.	Social & emotional learning Sribagan International School does not list a formal Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) program on its website.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not have a dedicated SEN department.	Special educational needs (SEN) There is no publicly available information indicating whether Sribagan International School has a formal SEN department, trained staff, or a specific framework to support students with additional learning needs.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school does provide EAL support that includes reading programs, language-rich classrooms, and differentiated instruction.	English as an additional language There is no mention of a dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) program or specialist support staff.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Austin Heights integrates mental wellbeing into its school culture through its nurturing environment, personal development goals, and emphasis on spiritual and emotional health. Its co-curricular programme and whole-child approach foster a supportive atmosphere and activities such as performing arts, leadership training, and physical education help relieve stress and build confidence.	Mental wellbeing Sribagan International School does not share details about mental wellbeing programs, counselling services, or pastoral care systems on its website.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school does not have publicly available information regarding safeguarding policies.	Safeguarding There is no published safeguarding policy or information related to child protection practices on Sribagan International School’s website.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities The school provides Early Years (3-6 years old), Primary (Year 1–6), and Secondary (Year 7–11).
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities The school's life section features events and trips, including a Cameron Highlands trip (30/05/2025 – 01/06/2025), Graduation Day (15/02/2025), a trip to Utopia (30/05/2025), Chinese New Year Celebration (05/02/2025), Teachers' Day Celebration (02/05/2025), and Hari Raya Celebration (12/04/2025).
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Established in 2011 by Dato’ Steve Chong Yoon On, a chartered engineer and property developer, Austin Heights Private & International School (AHIS) was founded with the vision of creating a premier international school in Johor Bahru. Situated within the Austin Heights Education Corridor, the school began with an initial cohort of 450 students and has since grown to accommodate approximately 1,000 students from over 26 countries. The campus spans a 5-acre site and is part of a larger educational hub that includes institutions like SMK Taman Mount Austin, SRJK (C) Foon Yew 5, and Sunway College Johor Bahru.	History Sribagan International School was established in 2018 with the aim of providing accessible international education to the local community. The school is operated by Sribagan Media Sdn. Bhd., a company registered in 2008 that also offers educational services. Since its inception, the school has focused on delivering the Cambridge International Curriculum across early years, primary, and secondary levels.
Community	Community AHIS boasts a diverse and multicultural student body, reflecting its international curriculum and inclusive ethos. The school emphasizes a close knitted community with having co-curricular activities like sports, performing arts, and various clubs for students to interact more with each other.	Community The school community at Sribagan International School is actively engaged in various events and activities that foster a sense of belonging among students, parents, and staff. Events such as sports carnivals and educational trips are organized to encourage participation and collaboration. These activities are designed to enhance the educational experience beyond the classroom.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school does not have publicly available information regarding PTA.	Parent teacher association There is no publicly available information indicating the existence of a formal Parent Teacher Association (PTA) at Sribagan International School.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual Field trips are part of the program for Preschool through Secondary to enrich classroom learning. The Cambridge Primary curriculum develops core knowledge in English, Mathematics, and Science, and fosters creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. The Cambridge Secondary programme equips students for IGCSE and beyond with a broad and challenging curriculum.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies Our co-curricular activities include swimming, taekwondo, chess, table tennis, cooking club, and badminton, providing opportunities for physical activity, strategy, creativity, and social interaction.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing Facilities include badminton courts to support regular physical activity. The school offers CCAs such as swimming, taekwondo, and badminton, promoting fitness and teamwork. Field trips across Preschool to Secondary contribute to active learning and wellbeing.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision The school uses English as the medium of instruction. In Primary and Lower Secondary, three-language communication is offered in Malay, Mandarin, and Tamil. Malay is listed as a Foreign/First Language; Mandarin is listed as an optional 2nd Language. The Cambridge Primary curriculum covers core subjects English, Mathematics, and Science, and includes 3 Language Communication (Malay, Mandarin, Tamil). The Cambridge Secondary curriculum prepares students for IGCSE with core subjects English, Mathematics, and Science; Malay (Foreign Language); and 3 Language Communication (Malay, Mandarin, Tamil). Early Years (Ages 3–6) are offered, followed by Primary (Year 1–6) and Secondary (Year 7–11).
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards 2012: IGCSE Malay Literature – World Highest Score 2013: IGCSE Chinese – Malaysia Highest Score 2014: IGCSE Physics – Malaysia Highest Score 2014: IGCSE Accounting – Malaysia Highest Score 2015: Two students achieved World Highest Scores in IGCSE Mathematics National Association of Private Educational Institutions (NAPEI): Awarded for excellence in private international school education. Sin Chew Business Excellence Awards (2016): Received the "Excellence Award". Nanyang Siang Pau Golden Eagle Award (2016): Recognized as one of the "Top 10 Excellent Enterprises".	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE): Austin Heights is accredited to offer the Cambridge International Curriculum, including the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), Cambridge International Primary Programme (CIPP), and IGCSE examinations. Malaysian Ministry of Education: The school has been recognized with a 5-star rating for excellence in management and administration.	Accreditations Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE): Sribagan International School is registered with Cambridge Assessment International Education, which allows the school to offer the Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, and IGCSE programs. This accreditation ensures the school adheres to standards set by the University of Cambridge for international education.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Application Submission: Prospective students must complete the Admission Form and pay a non-refundable application fee of RM100. 2. Entrance Assessment: Applicants are required to sit for an entrance assessment to evaluate their academic proficiency. 3. Interview session: Following the assessment, an interview with the Principal or a designated staff member is conducted to assess the applicant's English language proficiency and behavioral attributes. 4. Document Submission: Applicants must provide necessary documents. 5. Admission Decision: Admission is contingent upon satisfactory performance in the assessment and interview, as well as the availability of places. 6. MOE & Immigration Documentation: The school assists in submitting necessary documents to the Ministry of Education and, for international students, provides letters to support visa applications.	Admissions 1. Submit the Application Form Complete and submit the school's application form, providing all necessary personal and academic information for your child. 2. Pay the Registration Fee A registration fee is required upon application. This fee is non-refundable. 3. Await Admission Decision The admissions team will review your application and inform you of the outcome. If accepted, further enrollment procedures will be communicated.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist If no immediate placement is available, applicants are placed on a waiting list. The school reserves the right to assign admission priorities based on its criteria.	Waitlist Sribagan International School does not publicly specify the use of a waitlist or pool system.
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