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International Islamic School Malaysia - Gombak

Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MYR 14,400 - 18,800
Ages 6 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 2300
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1998
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Part of
International Islamic School Malaysia
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Arabic, Malay
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

International Islamic School Malaysia (IISM) in Gombak delivers the Cambridge pathway from Primary through Secondary and A-Levels. Primary covers Key Stages 1–2 with English as First Language, Mathematics, Science, Arabic, Malay, Islamic Studies, Quran, PE with compulsory swimming, arts and Cambridge ICT certification. Secondary subject groups include First Language English/ESL, Additional Mathematics or Business Studies, sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Arabic, Malay and French, ICT and PE, alongside clubs, sports and a Uniform Unit. The school is a CAIE examination centre (since 2000) and publishes detailed fees, payment options and timelines. Boarding is offered via on-campus student accommodation for both male and female students, and the school shares a vetted list of third-party bus operators for transport. Campus hours are 8:30–16:15 (Fri 12:30).

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This campus is part of International Islamic School Malaysia

Jalan Kampung Sungai Pusu, Batu 8 Gombak, 53100 Kuala Lumpur, Selangor.

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The Essentials

International Islamic School Malaysia - Gombak has 2,300 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
International Islamic School Malaysia (IISM) is in the Gombak area, on the northwestern edge of Kuala Lumpur. The campus is situated in a suburban setting close to the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). Families can access it via main roads that connect directly to central Kuala Lumpur.

Stages
The school offers a Cambridge-based pathway starting with Primary (Grades 1–6, Key Stages 1–2), continuing through Secondary (Grades 7–11, Key Stages 3–4, IGCSE), and culminating with A-Levels (Grades 12–13, Sixth Form).

Type
IISM is a day school that accepts male and female students. It also provides boarding facilities for both local and international students, with separate accommodation for male and female boarders.

Additional learning support
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Additional Learning Support or SEN provision.

Country affiliation
The school does not have an affiliation with any foreign country. It is owned and managed by IIUM Schools Sdn. Bhd. in Malaysia and follows the Cambridge international curriculum.

Religious affiliation
IISM is an Islamic school and integrates Islamic values and teachings into its curriculum.

School day structure
The school day runs from 08:30 to 16:15, Monday through Thursday, with a shorter day on Friday ending at 12:30.

Bus service
IISM itself does not operate a school bus system. Instead, it provides families with a list of independent third-party transportation providers that service the area, leaving parents to arrange directly with the operators.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at International Islamic School Malaysia - Gombak ranges from MYR 14,400 to MYR 18,800 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
A one-time pre-registration fee of RM 200 applies to new applicants. Families also pay a non-refundable registration fee of RM 2,000 and a refundable deposit equivalent to one semester’s tuition, depending on grade level.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)

Primary
Grade 1: RM 14,400
Grades 2–3: RM 14,400
Grades 4–5: RM 16,050
Grade 6: RM 16,050

Secondary
Grades 7–9: RM 17,700
Grade 10: RM 18,800
Grade 11: RM 18,800

A-Levels
Grade 12–13 (Science): RM 18,800
Grade 12–13 (Humanities): RM 18,800

Tuition is billed per semester, with two semesters each academic year. An annual fee of RM 700 is charged across all grades.

Additional Fees

Exam fees: Cambridge Primary Checkpoint RM 1,050; IGCSE RM 5,800; A-Levels RM 6,000 (Science) / RM 5,000 (Humanities)
Meal fee: RM 1,350 (Grade 1 only)
Locker (optional): RM 100
Uniforms and textbooks: Estimated RM 1,000–1,500 per student (per school FAQ)
Dishonoured cheque penalty: RM 100

Boarding Fees
Boarding is available for male and female students, but fees are not published.

Refund Policy
The registration fee and tuition fees are non-refundable. Deposits are refundable upon withdrawal, provided notice is given in accordance with school policy.

Payment Options
Payments must be made through the school’s Sync app. Accepted methods include FPX online banking, Visa/Mastercard (local and international), JCB, American Express, and supported e-wallets. Bank transfer via Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad (UIA Branch) is also accepted. Post-dated cheques are not permitted.
Academics

International Islamic School Malaysia - Gombak teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 6 to 11.

Curriculum
International Islamic School Malaysia (IISM) follows the Cambridge international curriculum from Primary through A-Levels. Primary students (Grades 1–6) study English as a First Language, Mathematics, Science, Arabic, Malay, Islamic Studies, Quran, Physical Education with compulsory swimming, Arts, and Cambridge ICT certification. In Secondary (Grades 7–11), the curriculum expands to include First Language English or English as a Second Language, Mathematics, Additional Mathematics or Business Studies, sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), ICT, Physical Education, and humanities, along with Arabic, Malay, and French. Students in Grades 10–11 prepare for the Cambridge IGCSE examinations, with subject groupings offered in Science and Humanities streams. At post-16 level, Grades 12–13, students pursue the Cambridge A-Levels, choosing between Science and Humanities tracks. IISM has been an accredited Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) examination centre since 2000.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Pre-registration: Parents begin by submitting the online pre-registration form. A fee of RM 200 is required at this stage. This reserves the student’s place in the admissions pipeline and allows the school to prepare for the next steps.

2. Registration: Families must then pay a one-time registration fee of RM 2,000, which is non-refundable. Along with this, a refundable deposit equivalent to one semester’s tuition is collected. These payments secure the application and are a prerequisite for placement testing.

3. Document submission: Parents are asked to provide supporting documents, such as the student’s birth certificate, previous school records, and identification. These must be uploaded through the admissions portal or handed directly to the school’s admissions office.

4. Placement test: The applicant undergoes a placement assessment appropriate to their year group. The school notes that placement test results are usually released within three working days, giving families a quick turnaround on admissions outcomes.

5. Offer and enrolment: Successful applicants receive an offer letter from the school. Parents then confirm the place by completing all remaining paperwork, settling fees, and preparing for their child to begin classes.

Scholarships
The school does not publicly disclose information about scholarships or financial aid programmes.

Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose information about operating a waitlist or pool system.
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