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Arrows International School

Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MYR 11,810 - 20,930
Ages 6 - 17 years
Pupil numbers 400
Type Co-educational
Opened 2010
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages English, Malay, Mandarin
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Arrows International School is located at Centro @ Oasis Corporate Park in Ara Damansara, a short walk from Citta Mall and about 1 km from the Ara Damansara LRT station. It offers schooling from Year 1 to Year 11, with the Cambridge IGCSE pathway for secondary students and status as an approved Cambridge Assessment International Education exam centre. The main language of instruction is English, with Malay and Mandarin taught as additional languages. Class size is capped at 25 students. Facilities highlighted for the new campus include science and computer labs, a cafeteria, student lounges/libraries, and dedicated music, dance, and film & photography studios, plus multiple indoor and outdoor sports courts. Co-curricular opportunities include Clubs and Societies, Life Skills sessions, Charity Works, and Community Outreach Projects, alongside annual Sports Day, Youth Camp, and a Year-End Concert.

Block E, Centro @ Oasis Corporate Park, No. 2 Jalan PJU 1A/2, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.

The Essentials

Arrows International School has 400 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

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.

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.

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.

Additional learning support
The website does not reference any specific support or provisions for Additional Learning Needs (SEN).

Country affiliation
The school has no affiliations with any particular country.

Religious affiliation
The school originated as a Christian Homeschool Learning Center, but its current website provides no indication of ongoing religious instruction or affiliation.

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.

Bus service
Arrows International School does not mention any school-operated bus or coach service on its website.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school has a canteen on site.

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.
Fees

Annual tuition at Arrows International School ranges from MYR 11,810 to MYR 20,930 for 2026/27.

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.
Academics

Arrows International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 6 to 17.

Curriculum
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.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
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.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) support, staff, or provisions.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
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.

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.

Safeguarding
The school does not publicly describe its safeguarding or child protection policies or procedures.
Parent Experience

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.

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.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school website does not mention the existence of a Parent Teacher Association (PTA) or describe related groups or activities.
Facilities

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.

Sports Facilities
Futsal court, basketball court, captain ball court, table tennis zone, and a pickleball/basketball court cum multipurpose halls.

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.

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 Activities

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.

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.

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).

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.

Community & Service
Charity Works and Community Outreach Projects provide volunteering opportunities; field trips also support community engagement and experiential learning.

Leadership & Professional
Clubs and Societies and Life Skills sessions are designed to develop leadership capabilities and practical professional skills.

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.
Languages

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.
Reputation

Awards
The school’s website does not provide any information about awards received in the past five years.

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.
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.

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.

Waitlist
The school does not mention operating a waitlist or applicant pool system on its website.
School Events
The school has not added events
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