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Maple Leaf Kingsley International School

Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MYR 17,598 - 36,438
Ages 3 - 19 years
Pupil numbers 1350
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2011
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages Malay, Mandarin
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Maple Leaf Kingsley International School offers a British-based curriculum for students aged 3 to 18., preparing students for IGCSE and A-Level examinations. The school is situated on a 16-acre campus and includes facilities such as an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a 120-seat auditorium, and various sports courts. A distinctive feature of the school is its "Learning Journeys" program. This initiative provides students with real-world experiences through day excursions for primary students and overnight camps for secondary students, aiming to connect classroom learning with practical exploration.

Kingsley Hill, Persiaran Kingsley, Putra Heights, 47650 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

The Essentials

Maple Leaf Kingsley International School has 1,350 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
Maple Leaf Kingsley International School is located in Putra Heights, a residential suburb in Subang Jaya, approximately 25 kilometres from the Kuala Lumpur city centre. This area provides a quieter, community-focused setting for the campus. The school is accessible via major highways and is situated near the Putra Heights LRT station, which connects to central Kuala Lumpur.

Stages
The school is organised into four main sections; Early Years (ages 3-5), Primary School (Years 1-6), Secondary School (Years 7-11), and Sixth Form (Years 12-13).

Type
The school is a co-educational institution for both day and boarding students. Its boarding house provides accommodation for students from Year 5 (age 9) through to Year 13.

Additional learning support
The school has a dedicated Inclusion and Learning Support Department to assist students with mild learning difficulties. Support is provided through in-class assistance, small group withdrawal sessions, and the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in collaboration with teachers and parents. The department aims to help students access the mainstream curriculum effectively.

Country affiliation
The school is part of Maple Leaf group which originated in China and was founded on a Canadian model of education.

Religious affiliation
The school does not have a religious affiliation and operates as a secular institution.

School day structure
The school day for Primary and Secondary students typically runs from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday, including morning break and lunch times. Early Years students follow a similar schedule but finish earlier at 1:00 PM on Fridays.

Bus service
The school offers a bus service for students, managed by an appointed transportation company. The air-conditioned buses cover numerous routes across Subang Jaya, Shah Alam, Petaling Jaya, and parts of Kuala Lumpur. All buses are equipped with a "bus parent" to supervise the students during transit.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is offered at Kingsley Residential Hall. Termly full boarding is available in single or double rooms, and weekday boarding is offered for both room types. Accommodation includes laundry, electricity, internet access, sports activities, and shopping trips, with nutritious meals after school and on weekends.

Food Options
Nutritious meals are provided for boarders, including after-school dinners and weekend meals. The Food Menu is published, featuring a Breakfast Menu, a Lunch Menu and a Boarding Menu.

House System
There are four houses: Brave Vikings, Steadfast Tudors, Courageous Romans, and Strong Stuarts. The houses compete for house points and there is an Inter-House Sports Cup.

Governance and Ownership
Maple Leaf Kingsley International School is a homegrown international school in Malaysia and is listed within the Maple Leaf Schools network.
Fees

Annual tuition at Maple Leaf Kingsley International School ranges from MYR 17,598 to MYR 36,438 for 2026/27.

Application and Registration Fees


Application Fee
- Year 1-11: RM 3,750 (compulsory, non-transferable, non-refundable)
- Year 12-13: RM 1,000 (non-refundable)

Registration Fee
- Amount: RM 6,000 (payable upon submission of application form)

Visa Processing Fee (International Students Only)
- New Applications
- Parent: RM 1,600
- Student: RM 850
- Renewals
- Parent: RM 750
- Student: RM 450

School Fees (Per Term and Annual)


Key Stage 1 (KS1) - Primary Years 1-2

- Per term: RM 7,565
- Per year: RM 22,695 (3 terms)
- Deposit: RM 7,565 (refundable)

Key Stage 2 (KS2) - Primary Years 3-6

- Per term: RM 7,565
- Per year: RM 22,695 (3 terms)
- Deposit: RM 7,565 (refundable)

Key Stage 3 (KS3) - Secondary Years 7-9

- Per term: RM 10,121
- Per year: RM 30,363 (3 terms)
- Deposit: RM 10,121 (refundable)

Key Stage 4 (KS4) - Secondary Years 10-11

- Year 10
- Per term: RM 12,146
- Per year: RM 36,438 (3 terms)
- Year 11
- Per term: RM 12,146
- Per year: RM 24,292 (2 terms only)
- Deposit: RM 12,146 (refundable)

Key Stage 5 (KS5) - A-Levels Years 12-13

- Per term: RM 8,532
- Per year: RM 34,128 (4 terms)
- Deposit: RM 8,532 (refundable, carried forward from Year 11)

Additional Termly Fees (Per Term and Annual)


Resource Fees

- Year 1-3: RM 1,219 per term / RM 3,657 per year (3 terms)
- Year 4-6: RM 1,241 per term / RM 3,723 per year (3 terms)
- Year 7-9: RM 1,468 per term / RM 4,404 per year (3 terms)
- Year 10: RM 1,468 per term / RM 4,404 per year (3 terms)
- Year 11: RM 1,468 per term / RM 2,936 per year (2 terms)
- Year 12-13: RM 1,532 per term / RM 6,128 per year (4 terms)

Meal Plan

- Year 1-2: RM 980 per term / RM 2,940 per year (3 terms)
- Year 3-10: RM 1,078 per term / RM 3,234 per year (3 terms)
- Year 11: RM 1,078 per term / RM 2,156 per year (2 terms)
- Year 12-13: RM 1,078 per term / RM 4,312 per year (4 terms)

English Enhancement Programme (EEP)

- Year 1-4: RM 920 per term / RM 2,760 per year (3 terms)
- Year 5-10: RM 1,120 per term / RM 3,360 per year (3 terms)
- Year 11: RM 1,120 per term / RM 2,240 per year (2 terms)
- Compulsory for students from non-English speaking backgrounds

Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA)

- Year 1-2: RM 390 per term / RM 1,170 per year (3 terms)
- Year 3-10: RM 700 per term / RM 2,100 per year (3 terms)
- Year 11: RM 700 per term / RM 1,400 per year (2 terms)
- Year 12-13: RM 390 per term / RM 1,560 per year (4 terms)

Learning Journeys

- Year 1-6: RM 390 per term / RM 1,170 per year (3 terms)
- Year 7-10: RM 650 per term / RM 1,950 per year (3 terms)
- Year 11: RM 650 per term / RM 1,300 per year (2 terms)
- Year 12-13: RM 650 per term / RM 2,600 per year (4 terms)

One-Time and Annual Fees


Academic Progress Folder/Unit
- All levels: RM 30 (one-off)

CAT4 Assessment
- RM 105 (subject to fluctuation based on overseas rates)

Laboratory Fee
- Year 10-13 Science subjects: RM 400 per subject per term
- Applies to Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

Lab Coat
- Chemistry & Biology students: RM 138 per piece

Uniform
- Available for purchase at book shop (price not specified)

Locker
- RM 80 for 2 pieces (optional)

Graduation Fee
- RM 600

Boarding Fees (Optional)


Full Boarding

- Twin-shared Room: RM 9,120 per term / RM 27,360 per year (3 terms) / Deposit: RM 4,560
- Single Room: RM 12,500 per term / RM 37,500 per year (3 terms) / Deposit: RM 6,250

Weekdays Boarding

- Twin-shared Room: RM 5,880 per term / RM 17,640 per year (3 terms) / Deposit: RM 2,940
- Single Room: RM 9,840 per term / RM 29,520 per year (3 terms) / Deposit: RM 4,920

*Boarding fee includes dinner and twice-per-week laundry service*

Pre-School Fees (International Students)


Early Years Department (EYD)

Application and Registration
- Placement Test: Free of Charge (FOC)
- Application Fee: RM 1,500 (one-off)
- Registration Fee: RM 6,000 (upon submission of application form)

School Fees
- Nursery: RM 5,866 per term / RM 17,598 per year (3 terms)
- Reception: RM 6,098 per term / RM 18,294 per year (3 terms)
- Deposit: Same as termly fee (refundable)

Additional Fees
- Resource Fee: RM 934 per term / RM 2,802 per year (3 terms)
- Meal Plan: RM 906 per term / RM 2,718 per year (3 terms)
- Academic Progress Folder: RM 30 (one-off)
- Learning Journeys: Free of Charge (FOC)
- ECA: RM 300 per term / RM 900 per year (3 terms)

Payment Structure


Academic Year Structure
- Year 1-10: 3 terms
- Year 11: 2 terms
- Year 12-13: 4 terms

Deposit Refund Conditions
- International students: Minimum 2 years study + 6 months notice required for full deposit refund

Important Notes


Compulsory Requirements
- Meal plan compulsory for Year 1-11 (unless medical exemption)
- EEP compulsory for non-English speaking students
- ECA compulsory for all students
- Academic Work Pack compulsory (found in textbook lists)

Additional Charges
- Cambridge examination fees charged separately
- External examination payments for AS/A2 levels, IGCSE, and A-Levels
- All fees are compulsory, non-refundable, and non-transferable

ECA Requirements by Year
- Year 1-2, 10: 1 Sport or 1 Club or 1 Society (3 terms)
- Year 3, 11: 1 Sport or 1 Club or 1 Society (2 terms for Year 11)
- Year 12-13: Based on availability of time slots

Academics

Maple Leaf Kingsley International School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 19.

Curriculum
Maple Leaf Kingsley delivers a British–based curriculum that spans from Nursery through to Sixth Form (A-Levels). From ages 3–5 in the Early Years, students engage in areas such as personal, communication & language, literacy, mathematics, expressive arts, and understanding the world.

In Primary (up to Year 6), the curriculum extends the Early Years programme through multisensory and learner‑led approaches.

Secondary education (Years 7–9) follows the UK National Curriculum, while Years 10 and 11 prepare students for Cambridge IGCSE qualifications.

Finally, the Sixth Form (16–19 years) offers the Cambridge International A‑Levels, requiring five IGCSE/SPM/O‑Level credits as entry requirements.

Academic calendar
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school promotes social and emotional learning through a supportive and nurturing environment, with a particular focus on building strong teacher-student relationships. This is supported by a pastoral care system that provides guidance and mentorship to students. The school also emphasizes the development of values such as respect and responsibility to foster a positive school community and the personal growth of students.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Maple Leaf is not a specialist SEN institution but offers support for students with mild to moderate learning difficulties. A dedicated team works with students who have a range of needs, including dyslexia, dyspraxia, and ADHD, providing in-class support and tailored interventions. The school develops individualized plans for students and works in partnership with parents and external specialists to ensure appropriate support.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school provides support for students for whom English is an additional language. An initial assessment upon entry helps to determine the level of English language proficiency. For students who require it, the school offers an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program to develop their confidence and fluency in English, with the aim of enabling them to fully access the mainstream curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing
The school supports student mental wellbeing through its pastoral care system, which includes a dedicated team of staff such as a school counsellor and a Healthcare Coordinator. They take a proactive approach to identify and support students who may need additional help. The school has an open-door policy, allowing students to seek guidance when needed, and initiatives like "Wellbeing Days" and a "Reset Room" provide dedicated time and space for students to focus on their mental health.

Safeguarding
Maple Leaf Kingsley International School has a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students. The school has a designated Safeguarding Lead and provides annual training to all staff and students to ensure they are aware of their roles and responsibilities in protecting young people from harm. The school has established procedures for reporting concerns and works to maintain a secure environment where students are encouraged to speak up if they have a worry.
Parent Experience

History
Maple Leaf Kingsley International School was founded in 2011 by Mr. Jeffrey Siew and Madam Susan Tay. It was established as a "homegrown" international school in Malaysia with the aim of providing an education that blends different educational philosophies. The school is now a part of Maple Leaf Educational Systems (MLES), an organisation that operates schools across Asia and was originally founded in 1995 with a model that merged Canadian and Chinese educational approaches.

Community
The school has a diverse community, with a student body composed of both Malaysian and international students from various countries. This multicultural environment is a key aspect of the school's identity. The school encourages community and cultural understanding through various activities and a curriculum that promotes global citizenship. A tradition at the boarding hall involves new students leaving a painted palm print on a wall, creating a visual legacy and fostering a sense of belonging.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school does not have a traditional Parent Teacher Association (PTA). Instead, it facilitates communication and parental involvement through regular event sessions and a dedicated online Parent-Teacher portal. This platform allows parents to monitor their child's academic progress, receive updates and announcements, and communicate with teachers. The school also encourages parents to be involved in the learning process through access to platforms like Google Classroom.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school provides a range of facilities and services including school meals, a boarding programme, transport services, counseling, extra-classes/remedial classes, and pastoral care. The campus features spaces such as a playground, science laboratory, library, music room, speech and drama spaces, an auditorium, gymnasium, sick bay, and a swimming pool. Additional facilities include a dance studio, ICT lab, 3D printing lab, culinary arts kitchen, and other spaces depicted in the facilities gallery.

Sports Facilities
The sports facilities include a swimming pool, a gymnasium, a basketball court, badminton facilities, and a gymnastics arena.

Academic Facilities
The school follows a British curriculum. Academic facilities include a science laboratory, ICT laboratory, 3D printing laboratory, library, classrooms, and a multipurpose hall.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extra-curricular activities encompass a wide range of clubs and societies for Primary and Secondary students, including Rhythm & Movements, Aikido, Taekwondo, Football, Cup Stacking, Dance, Clay Modelling, Scale Modelling, Robotics, Basketball, Dodgeball, Poetry, Theatre, Swimming, Scouts, Needles & Threads, Chess, Fitness and Athletics, Music and Choir, Master Chef, Science, Lion Dance, and more. Enrollment is limited by each club's capacity and availability.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Maple Leaf Kingsley International School is located in Subang Jaya, Malaysia. It was established in 2011.
Languages

Language Provision
Malay is compulsory for Malaysian students. Modern Foreign Language offerings include Mandarin from Early Years and Primary, with Mandarin continuing through Secondary. In Key Stage 3, students may study Mandarin or French; in Key Stage 4, Mandarin or Spanish.
Reputation

Awards
Best International School in Malaysia (2021): This award, given by the International School Awards, recognises the school for its overall excellence in providing international education.

Ranked as one of the 10 Best International Schools in Malaysia (2020): This ranking was given by Elite Education, a global magazine, highlighting the school's standing within the country.

Accreditations
Cognia: This is a global non-profit organisation that provides quality assurance for schools. Accreditation by Cognia signifies that the school meets a set of research-based performance standards and is committed to continuous improvement.

Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE): As a Cambridge International School, it is authorised to offer Cambridge programmes and qualifications, including the IGCSE and A-Levels. This ensures the curriculum and assessments meet the standards set by this internationally recognised examination board.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit Application Form
Begin by downloading and completing the “Application for Admission” form. You’ll need to attach required documents such as a copy of the student’s passport or IC, parents’ IC/passport (if the applicant is under 18), and passport-sized photographs.

2. Campus Tour (Optional)
While not mandatory, the school invites applicants for a campus tour, during which the placement test is often administered. This helps families get a sense of the school environment.

3. Placement Test / Assessment
Applicants must sit a placement test (or entry assessment for preschool applicants) to determine appropriate placement in the school. This evaluates English and mathematics proficiency.

4. Receive Letter of Offer
After passing the assessment, the school issues a Letter of Offer. The offer letter includes further instructions and next steps for enrollment.

5. Complete Enrollment
Bring the Letter of Offer along with all required documentation (birth certificate, latest academic results, medical report, and photographs) to finalize enrollment on campus.

Scholarships
The Kingsley school website states that A-Level students receive assistance with scholarship applications and university admissions, including support with UCAS and IELTS preparation. However, it does not provide details of any specific merit-based scholarship structures tied to IGCSE results, such as tuition fee reductions based on the number of high grades achieved.

Waitlist
The school does not mention any waitlist or pool system in its publicly available admissions materials.
School Events
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