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Paragon Private and International School

Malaysia, Johor Bahru

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 5 - 16 years
Pupil numbers 2000
Type Co-educational
Opened 2014
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages Malay, Mandarin
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Paragon Private and International School in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, offers both private and international school options. The international schools offers the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum for students from Year 1 to Year 11 (ages 5–16). Classes are conducted in English, with Mandarin and Malay taught as additional subjects. Each class accommodates up to 25 students, allowing for more focused instruction. The school is co-educational and does not provide boarding. Located about 30 minutes from the Singapore border, it is accessible for families commuting between countries. The campus includes a swimming pool, indoor sports facilities, science labs, music rooms, and a library. Paragon is known for its strong co-curricular program, including clubs such as STEM, culinary arts, and multiple language clubs, alongside sports like basketball and swimming. One distinctive feature is its regular student-led cultural showcases, where learners present performances and exhibitions that reflect Malaysia’s multicultural context—an initiative aimed at developing confidence and community awareness. School transport is available for students across Johor Bahru.

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No 3, Jalan Mutiara Utama, Taman Perindustrian Plentong, Mukim Plentong, 81750 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

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The Essentials

Paragon Private and International School has 2,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
Paragon Private & International School is located in Taman Perindustrian Plentong, Johor Bahru, Malaysia. The campus is is near residential areas like Taman Molek and Johor Jaya. It is accessible via local public and private transport, with a school bus service available. Several malls and amenities such as IKEA Tebrau and AEON Mall are within short driving distance.

Stages
The school offers two streams: a Malaysian Private School (Primary 1 to Form 5) and an International School (Cambridge curriculum, Year 1 to Year 11). Students are typically aged between 5 and 16 years.

Type
The school is co-educational and accepts both boys and girls. It does not offer boarding facilities; all students are day scholars.

Additional learning support
Paragon Private & International School does not publicly detail specific provisions for students with additional learning needs.

Country affiliation
The school is based in Malaysia and does not have a formal affiliation with any other country.

Religious affiliation
The school has no religious affiliation and operates as a secular institution.

School day structure
The school operates from Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and on Friday, from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM. The daily schedule includes regular breaks and a lunch period, though specific timings are not publicly detailed.

After school care will start from 2.30pm to 5.30pm (Monday to Thursday), 1pm to 5.30pm (Friday).

Bus service
Paragon International School provides a school bus service for students.
Diving Deeper
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Academics

Paragon Private and International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 5 to 16.

Curriculum
Paragon International School follows the Cambridge International Curriculum, structured into four key stages: Lower Primary (Years 1–3), Upper Primary (Years 4–6), Lower Secondary (Years 7–9), and Upper Secondary (Years 10–11). Students sit for the Cambridge Checkpoint assessments at the end of Years 6 and 9, and the IGCSE examinations at the end of Year 11. The curriculum integrates Singapore-style Discovery Science and Discovery Mathematics in the Primary levels to strengthen foundational understanding. Subjects offered include English, Mathematics, Science, ICT, Mandarin, Malay, Global Perspectives, and Art, with increasing subject specialization in the upper years. This program is designed to build academic readiness for post-IGCSE pathways.
Wellbeing
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Complete the application form and prepare required documents: Applicants must submit a completed admission form along with necessary documents, including the student's passport (information and visa pages), birth certificate, certified true copies of academic results or final report cards for the past three years, and parents' passports (information pages).

2. Assessment and interview: Once the application is complete, applicants are scheduled for an assessment and interview. This process helps determine the most appropriate grade placement for the student.

3. Enrollment and fee payment: Successful applicants will receive a Letter of Offer. Acceptance of the offer is confirmed upon payment of the required fees.

4. Visa application for international students: After enrollment, the school will assist in submitting the necessary documents to the Ministry of Education Malaysia to obtain a Letter of Support for the student visa. Subsequently, the school will apply for the student visa through the Johor State Immigration Department.

Scholarships
Paragon International School offers scholarships for Year 7 students (2026 intake), exclusively for Malaysian citizens. Applicants must demonstrate high academic achievement, a good command of the English language, active participation in co-curricular activities, strong communication skills, and involvement in school events. Academic requirements include straight A's in the past three years for the Malaysian curriculum or equivalent achievements in other curriculam. The scholarship provides up to a 100% waiver on tuition fees, excluding registration fees, miscellaneous fees, books, uniforms, bus fare, insurance, etc.

Waitlist
Paragon International School does not publicly detail a formal waitlist or pool system.
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