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International Schools in Johor Bahru, Malaysia

Compare 9 international schools in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average MYR 60,810), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
9
Curricula
16
Average annual fee
MYR 60,810
Fee range
MYR 18,510 – 247,800
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (5 schools)
Average school size
991 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Invictus International School - Spring Hills Campus
Oldest
Marlborough College Malaysia (2012)
With boarding
4
About international schools in Johor Bahru, Malaysia

Johor Bahru’s international schools cluster around the city and the nearby Iskandar Puteri/EduCity precinct and offer a mix of day and some boarding options that serve both local and expatriate families. You will commonly find British (Cambridge IGCSE and A-level), International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP) and American or other national curricula, with English as the primary language of instruction and Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin widely taught as additional languages. Headline tuition varies widely: lower-cost day options can start in the low tens of thousands of ringgit a year while premium boarding and sixth-form provision can exceed six figures, and families should budget extra for registration, capital levies, transport, meals and recent service-tax charges. Admissions tend to follow main intakes in August/September and January with many schools also offering rolling entry where places are available, so start enquiries well before your planned move.

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British (6) IB (2) American (2) Canadian (1) International (1)
Students showcase their talents in the school orchestra, bringing harmony and confidence to the stage.
Marlborough College Malaysia logo

Marlborough College Malaysia

British Curriculum · Ages 3 to 18

MYR 60,000 - 247,800
Ages 3 to 18 years
British Curriculum
Instructs in English
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Students playing against another school's football team in a friendly match.
Tenby Schools Setia Eco Gardens logo

Tenby Schools Setia Eco Gardens

British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE · Ages 3 to 18

MYR 18,510 - 48,270
Ages 3 to 18 years
British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Instructs in English
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Students participating in IBMYP Sports Day.
Sunway International School - Sunway City Iskandar Puteri logo

Sunway International School - Sunway City Iskandar Puteri

IB (MYP), IB (DP) · Ages 4 to 17

MYR 45,000 - 95,000
Ages 4 to 17 years
IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Canadian Curriculum
Instructs in English
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Students participating in the "Swim Gala" event organized by RAS.
Raffles American School logo

Raffles American School

American Curriculum · Ages 3 to 17

MYR 40,500 - 106,503
Ages 3 to 17 years
American Curriculum
Instructs in English
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A young student presents his cooler box project during IPC class presentation in Early Years.
Crescendo-HELP International School logo

Crescendo-HELP International School

IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum · Ages 3 to 18

MYR 25,200 - 35,000
Ages 3 to 18 years
IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Instructs in English
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Excelsior International School — international school in Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Excelsior International School logo

Excelsior International School

IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum · Ages 4 to 18

MYR 25,800 - 64,000
Ages 4 to 18 years
IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Instructs in English
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Hands-on learning at the interactive farm science trip!
Invictus International School - Horizon Hills Campus logo

Invictus International School - Horizon Hills Campus

Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) · Ages 3 to 18

MYR 22,500 - 48,500
Ages 3 to 18 years
Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Instructs in English
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Friendly soccer match with Sunway International School.
Forest City International School logo

Forest City International School

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum · Ages 3 to 18

MYR 56,000 - 74,000
Ages 3 to 18 years
Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Reggio Emilia Approach
Instructs in English
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Invictus International School - Spring Hills Campus — international school in Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Invictus International School - Spring Hills Campus logo

Invictus International School - Spring Hills Campus

Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) · Ages 4 to 18

MYR 25,500 - 56,500
Ages 4 to 18 years
Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Instructs in English
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FAQs for Malaysia

What curricula are available in Johor Bahru’s international schools and how do they differ?
Most schools offer British (Cambridge IGCSE and A-level), International Baccalaureate programmes and some American or alternative national pathways; British routes focus on subject specialisation at upper years while the IB emphasises breadth, critical thinking and a diploma that many universities recognise. Schools vary in how early they specialise, whether they offer national exam routes or the IB DP at 16 - 19, and in the balance between academic and co-curricular programmes, so ask each school for its full programme map and typical progression.
How much should we expect to pay and what isn’t included in the headline fee?
Headline tuition in Johor Bahru international schools ranges from roughly the low tens of thousands of ringgit per year for more affordable day schools up to six-figure annual costs at premium boarding or sixth-form providers; an average figure for the market sits considerably lower than the top end. In addition to tuition, expect one-off registration and capital levies, bus or transport charges, meals, uniforms, exam fees and sometimes annual building or development levies, and note that recent tax changes have added additional service charges to some private-education invoices.
When should we start the admissions process if we’re relocating to Johor Bahru?
Begin research and enquiries as early as 6 - 12 months before your intended start date for popular year groups, because entry years (for example Reception, Year 7 and pre-sixth form) can fill quickly; many schools hold assessments and interviews several months before the main intake. While the main admissions windows are usually August/September and January, many schools operate rolling admissions for available places so contacting admissions teams early will give you the best chance of securing a place.
What languages are used for teaching and which additional languages are commonly offered?
English is the primary medium of instruction across international schools in Johor Bahru, with Bahasa Malaysia frequently taught as a second language and Mandarin commonly available as an additional language option. Some schools also offer language support for children who need to develop English (EAL) and may run mother-tongue or third-language classes depending on demand and staffing.
What should parents check when visiting schools in Johor Bahru?
Ask to see recent inspection or accreditation reports, sample timetables, the school’s approach to EAL and learning support, and a full breakdown of fees and one-off charges; check how the school manages transitions for new international pupils and what pastoral and safeguarding arrangements are in place. Also review transport routes, co-curricular provision, the balance of day versus boarding students if that matters to your family, and speak with other parents where possible to understand day-to-day life.

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