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Mindrich International Secondary School

Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MYR 43,239
Ages 12 - 17 years
Opened 2013
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages English, Malay, Mandarin
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Social and Hobbies, Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Secondary School
Introduction

MindRICH International Secondary School sits in a City Campus at Top Glove Tower, Setia Alam, Shah Alam, Selangor. Serving ages 12 to 17, it delivers Cambridge Secondary and Cambridge IGCSE programmes, with Cambridge Checkpoint for Years 7–9 and IGCSE for Years 10–11. English is the primary language of instruction, with Mandarin Chinese and Malay offered as additional languages, supported by an Intensive English Programme. The curriculum is centred on the RICH Education Model—Result, Inquisitive, Character, Holistic—and Cambridge IGCSE remains the focal point. The school describes itself as an AI-ready Cambridge School preparing students with ethical, analytical, and technological skills for an AI-driven future. The campus is state-of-the-art, featuring hands-on experiments and Cambridge Examinations Centre MY462, hosting 2025 Lower Secondary Checkpoint and IGCSE assessments. A signature feature is the Esports Hub, endorsed by the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the first Setia Alam international school to integrate esports. Leadership includes Chief Executive Alan Ng, Director Gan Ting Bee, and Principal Christine Liew.

Level 13 & 13A, Top Glove Tower, No. 16, Persiaran Setia Dagang, Setia Alam, Seksyen U13, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor

The Essentials

Mindrich International Secondary School has instruction in English.

Location

City Campus @ TGT is located at Level 13 & 13A, Top Glove Tower, No. 16, Persiaran Setia Dagang, Setia Alam, Seksyen U13, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. The campus is in the Setia Alam area of Shah Alam.

Stages

Cambridge Lower Secondary; Cambridge IGCSE.

Country affiliation

Malaysia
Fees

Annual tuition at Mindrich International Secondary School ranges from MYR 43,239 for 2026/27.

Application & enrolment fees

- Application (assessment) fee: RM 1,000.
- Registration fee (one-time, payable to confirm a place): RM 20,000.
- Security deposit: equivalent to one term's tuition (refundable subject to the school's terms and conditions).
- The school has publicly run promotions that have included waiving the assessment fee and offering percentage discounts off the registration fee and security deposit.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term detail)

- Published annual tuition range for Years 7–11: RM 43,239 to RM 87,867 per year.
- Per-term amounts (inferred): the school describes a refundable deposit equal to one term's tuition; interpreting the published annual figure on a three-term year produces an approximate per-term range of RM 14,413 to RM 29,289. This per-term range is an arithmetic conversion of the published annual range and is presented as an approximate per-term figure.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Academic year schedule: January to December.
- The school requires payment of enrolment-related fees (registration fee and security deposit) to secure a place; the security deposit is described as equivalent to one term's tuition and is refundable according to the school's conditions. Promotional discounts on assessment, registration and deposit have been announced in admissions communications.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not listed as part of the school's offerings; no boarding fee is published for Mindrich International Secondary School.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- Cambridge (IGCSE) examination entry fees: Cambridge charges per-subject entry fees; typical total IGCSE examination costs across Years 10–11 commonly fall in the RM 2,000–4,500 range (exam fees are separate from tuition).
- Schools commonly charge for uniforms, learning resources (textbooks/workbooks), transport (bus), co-curricular activities and occasional excursion fees; the school's communications and activity notices show examples of additional event/outing charges (for example, a published field-trip charge of RM 105 in a school activity posting).

Refund information

- The security deposit is described as equivalent to one term's tuition and listed as refundable under the school's terms and conditions; formal refund conditions (timing, notice period, administrative conditions) are governed by the school's admissions/contract terms.

Fee payment options

- Specific payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit card, online portal) are not publicly listed in the school's published pages and directories; families are provided direct admissions contact details for payment and enrolment queries.

Brief note on available published information

- A complete, itemised term-by-term fee schedule broken down by individual year group for the 2026/27 academic year (or for 2025/26) is not published in the school's public listings; the figures above use the most specific published tuition ranges and the school's stated enrolment fee items.
Academics

Mindrich International Secondary School teaches Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 12 to 17.

Curriculum

Cambridge Checkpoint and Cambridge IGCSE are the core frameworks; Year 7 to Year 9 include English/English as Second Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Malay, Mandarin Chinese, World History, Geography, ICT, Physical Education, and Presentation Skills; Year 10 to Year 11 include First Language English/English as a Second Language, Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Accounting, Business Studies, ICT, Economics, Malay as Foreign Language, Mandarin Chinese, Physical Education, and Presentation Skills. An Intensive English Programme provides Grammar/Usage, Reading/Writing, and Listening/Speaking. The curriculum is built around the RICH Education Model with Cambridge IGCSE at its focal point.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small class sizes.

Exam Results

High Achievers IGCSE: 2021–2024 show top performances, including Dylan Ng Jian Yuan with 8A*, Katelyn Lui Z-Ann with 5A*, 3A, Loh Pei Qi with 7A*, 1A, Darren Gan Wee Kian with 3A*, 4A; Arienne Lim Shea Yi with 6A*, 2A; Ronan Lim Li Hoong with 3A*, 4A; Emma Alisha Das with 5A*, 3A; Callista Foo Xiao Ying with 4A*, 2A; Theodore Khoo Kah Weng with 4A*, 2A; and other top results published for 2021–2024.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Soft Skills Enhancement Programme equips students with the skills to be global citizens ready for the ever-challenging market. To supplement the curriculum, students participate in Soft-Skill Enhancement Activities such as Photography & Design, Art & Craft, and Sports. The MINDRICH Opinion Corner (M.O.C) makes presentation skills a main subject, with students researching topics and delivering weekly presentations. Activities also include Chess, Hip Hop Dance, Board Games, and Ping Pong. This aligns with a holistic education ethos emphasized by care, nurture and delivery.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

In Years 7 to 9, English / English as Second Language is part of the curriculum. In Years 10 to 11, First Language English / English as Second Language is offered. An Intensive English Programme teaches Grammar/Usage, Reading/Writing, Listening/Speaking. Mandarin Chinese is offered as a Foreign Language in Years 7-9 and as a Foreign Language in Years 10-11. Malay is offered as a Language in Years 7-9 and Malay as Foreign Language is offered in Years 10-11. The classes are small and designed to provide a fundamental English classroom experience.
Parent Experience

History

MindRICH International Secondary School was founded in 2013. It is an AI-ready Cambridge School that equips students with ethical, analytical, and technological skills for an AI-driven future. The school relocated to a New City Campus at Top Glove Tower in Shah Alam, with Level 13 & 13A, Top Glove Tower, Persiaran Setia Dagang, Setia Alam, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor. Cambridge examinations are central to the program, with Year 9 Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint in October 2025 and Cambridge IGCSE examinations in 2025, and the school operates Cambridge Exam Centre MY462. The school emphasizes a tri-partite relationship with parents, students, and staff, and is led by Chief Executive Alan Ng, Director Gan Ting Bee, and Principal Christine Liew.

Community

The school fosters a tri-partite relationship among students, parents, and staff to deliver a world-class education at affordable fees. It runs the eSports Hub, which is endorsed by the Ministry of Youth and Sports and marks MindRICH as the first Setia Alam international school to integrate esports into the co-curricular programme. Cambridge achievements are celebrated by the school, including Year 9 students' Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint results and IGCSE results, and the site acts as Cambridge Exams Centre MY462. Additional community-building activities include Soft Skills Enhancement Programmes, Student's Corner, school activities, and an Alumni Network (MAN).
Facilities

Facilities Overview

The school has a City Campus at Top Glove Tower, Setia Alam, Shah Alam. The campus is described as state-of-the-art and designed to provide resources and space to support holistic learning. The school operates as a Cambridge Examinations Centre MY462, enabling Cambridge assessment programmes. The school has an esports hub endorsed by the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and it is the first international school in Setia Alam to integrate esports into its education programme. The Principal notes the new campus move as a milestone in delivering a holistic learning environment.

Academic Facilities

The City Campus is a state-of-the-art facility with resources and space to support holistic learning. Hands-on experiments are a feature of the learning approach to enhance comprehension. The school is a Cambridge Examinations Centre MY462, supporting Cambridge assessment programmes. Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint (October 2025) and Cambridge IGCSE 2025 examinations are celebrated as student achievements at the school.

Extra Curricular Facilities

The school has an Esports Hub that is endorsed by the Ministry of Youth and Sports. It is the first international school in Setia Alam to introduce esports as part of the education programme. Esports is integrated into the co-curricular syllabus. The esports initiative reflects the school's commitment to providing interactive and contemporary co-curricular opportunities for learners.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

The school uses Cambridge Checkpoint for Year 79 and 9 and Cambridge IGCSE for Year 109 11. The curriculum is built around the RICH Education Model: Result, Inquisitive, Character, Holistic. An Intensive English Programme supports English language development, with English as the primary classroom language and Mandarin Chinese and Malay offered as additional languages. MINDRICH Opinion Corner (M.O.C.) provides weekly topics for students to research and present, strengthening presentation skills and confidence.

Arts & Creative

The Soft Skills Enhancement Programme includes Photography & Design, Art & Craft, Chess, Hip Hop Dance, Board Games and Ping Pong. These activities broaden creative expression and social collaboration beyond the classroom. MINDRICH also strengthens communication skills through the M.O.C., which involves regular presentations.

Cultural & Language

Mandarin Chinese is taught, and Malay is offered as a language alongside English. English is the primary language of instruction, with an Intensive English Programme supporting language development. The Year 7
9 curriculum includes Malay and Mandarin as language options.

Social & Hobbies

The school has an eSports Hub endorsed by the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the first Setia Alam international school to introduce esports. Soft Skills activities include Photography & Design, Chess, Hip Hop Dance, Board Games and Ping Pong. These activities complement academic learning and support teamwork and physical wellbeing.

Leadership & Professional

MINDRICH Opinion Corner (M.O.C.) delivers weekly topics for students to research and present, building leadership and professional communication. Soft Skills Enhancement Programme develops leadership and soft skills through activities such as Photography & Design, Chess, and other group projects. The RICH Education Model emphasizes holistic development, including presentation and leadership skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Physical Education is part of the curriculum, with PE included in Years 7
9 and Years 10
11. The eSports Hub provides a supervised recreational option endorsed by the Ministry of Youth and Sports. Board Games, Ping Pong and Hip Hop Dance offer additional opportunities for movement, social activity and wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision

Languages taught include English (First Language English / English as Second Language in Years 7–11), Malay (Malay in Years 7–9; Malay as Foreign Language in Year 10–11), and Mandarin Chinese (Mandarin Chinese in Years 7–9; Foreign Language Mandarin Chinese in Years 10–11). The curriculum includes an Intensive English Programme focusing on grammar/usage, reading/writing, and listening/speaking.

Bilingual Teaching

English is the medium of instruction; English is offered as First Language English or English as a Second Language. Malay is taught as a language (Malay as Foreign Language in Year 10–11). Mandarin Chinese is taught as a language (Mandarin Chinese in Years 7–9 and Mandarin Chinese as a Foreign Language in Year 10–11). An Intensive English Programme provides grammar/usage, reading/writing, and listening/speaking support.
Admissions

Admissions

01 Expression of Interest. Enquiry / Information gathering – Application Form. The admissions process begins with an Expression of Interest, followed by an enquiry/information gathering, and the submission of the Application Form. The next stage is Academic Assessment.

02 Academic Assessment. School / Equivalent result – MINDRICH Aptitude Test. Academic Assessment uses the school examination results (or Cambridge/Lower secondary equivalents) and the MINDRICH Aptitude Test. For Pre-Year 7 & Year 7: 60% aggregate or Cambridge Primary Checkpoint average Band 3 for English, Mathematics & Science, plus a pass in each English, Mathematics & Science in the Aptitude Test. Cambridge Checkpoint (Year 8 & Year 9): 60% aggregate and minimum Grade C in English, Mathematics & Science, plus a pass in each Aptitude Test subject. Cambridge IGCSE (Year 10 & Year 11): 60% aggregate or Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint Band 3, plus a pass in each Aptitude Test subject.

03 Behavioural / Social Assessment. Interview with the Principal – Letter of Offer & Registration Form. The Behavioral / Social Assessment includes an interview with the Principal to assess suitability. A Letter of Offer and a Registration Form are issued to successful applicants.
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