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EYFS International Schools in Malaysia

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About international schools in Malaysia

If you're researching international schools in Malaysia offering EYFS, this page lists every school we know of and lets you sort, filter and compare them — without school marketing in the way. The most common curriculum is EYFS (Early years foundation stage), taught by 42 of the schools below. Annual tuition spans roughly 1,950–179,310 MYR, with the average sitting around 33,713. Schools range from new openings to long-established names like Garden International School Early Years Centre (opened 1951).

Compare 42 EYFS international schools in Malaysia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average MYR 33,713), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 42 schools · avg fee MYR 33,713
Schools listed
42
Curricula
14
Average annual fee
MYR 33,713
Fee range
MYR 1,950 – 179,310
Most common curriculum
EYFS (Early years foundation stage) (42 schools)
Average school size
769 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Abedeen Academy International School
Oldest
Garden International School Early Years Centre (1951)
With boarding
7

27 international schools in Kuala Lumpur

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6 international schools in Johor Bahru

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6 international schools in Penang

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1 international school in Kuantan

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1 international school in Ipoh

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1 international school in Selangor

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FAQs for Malaysia

How many international schools are in Malaysia?
Malaysia has over 150 international schools, with major clusters in Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, and Penang.
What is the average cost of international schools in Malaysia?
Annual tuition typically ranges from RM 20,000 to RM 100,000, depending on location, curriculum, and year group.
Which Malaysian cities have the most international schools?
Kuala Lumpur leads, followed by Johor Bahru and Penang.
Are boarding schools common in Malaysia?
Yes, particularly in Johor Bahru and Penang, with both weekly and full boarding available.
Are boarding facilities available in Malaysia’s international schools?
Yes, several schools offer boarding, especially in Kuala Lumpur (KL), Johor Bahru (JB) and Penang.
Do Malaysia’s international schools accept students year-round?
Many offer rolling admissions, but popular schools may have deadlines for certain grades.
Which curriculum is most popular in Malaysia?
The British curriculum is most common, followed by IB and Australian programmes, with some American options.

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