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Seri Botani International School

Malaysia, Ipoh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MYR 9,000 - 23,820
Ages 3 - 17 years
Pupil numbers 230
Type Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2020
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages Mandarin
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Founded by the Taiko Group of Companies, SBIS occupies a 10-acre campus in Bandar Seri Botani, Ipoh. SBIS follows the Cambridge International Curriculum, offering education from Early Years through Key Stage 4, leading to IGCSE examinations . Classes are small (12–20 students), taught by Cambridge-trained educators. 32% of whom hold Master’s degrees with a strong Mandarin HSK program. The campus features facilities including an Olympic-size swimming pool, tennis courts, indoor futsal courts, science labs, ICT and language labs, library, music and drama studios, art rooms, multipurpose hall, cafeteria, prayer rooms, and on-site boarding for up to 86 secondary students.

www.sbis.edu.my

2 Dataran Botani 1A, Bandar Seri Botani, 31350 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia

Vibes and Culture
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The Essentials

Seri Botani International School has 230 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
SBIS is situated at 2 Dataran Botani 1A, Bandar Seri Botani, Ipoh, nestled within a 10-acre purpose-built campus in a quiet, landscaped township between Batu Gajah and Simpang Pulai. The school is easily accessed via Jalan Medan Botani and lies about 15–20 minutes from central Ipoh.

Stages
The school offers Early Years, Primary School and Secondary School levels.

Type
SBIS is a co-educational day and boarding school.

Additional learning support
SBIS delivers small class sizes (12–20 students) and adopts personalised mentoring for students, particularly those joining mid-year who receive additional English, Math, and Science support through specialised catch‑up lessons. Their structured academic approach is facilitated by Cambridge-trained teachers who use frequent monitoring and adaptive teaching to meet individual needs.

Country affiliation
The school is not affilated with any country.

Religious affiliation
The school is secular and does not have any religious affiliation.

School day structure
School Start Time (Monday to Friday)
Nursery & Reception: 8:00 AM
Years 1 to 6: 8:00 AM
Years 7 to 11: 8:00 AM

Dismissal Time
Monday to Thursday:
Nursery to Year 6: 2:40 PM
Years 7 to 11: 3:20 PM

Friday:
All levels (Nursery to Year 11): 1:20 PM

Break Times (Monday to Friday)
Nursery & Reception: 9:20 AM to 10:00 AM
Years 1 to 4: 8:40 AM to 9:20 AM
Years 5 to 8: 9:20 AM to 10:00 AM
Years 9 to 11: 10:00 AM to 10:40 AM

Lunch Times (Monday to Thursday)
Nursery & Reception: 12:00 PM to 12:40 PM
Years 1 to 4: 11:50 AM to 12:30 PM
Years 5 to 8: 12:30 PM to 1:10 PM
Years 9 to 11: 1:10 PM to 1:50 PM

Friday:
No lunch sessions for all year groups due to early dismissal.

Bus service
The school offers a bus service.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Seri Botani International School ranges from MYR 9,000 to MYR 23,820 for 2026/27.

Early Years (Nursery & Reception)
Application Fee: RM 500 (non-refundable)
Registration Fee: RM 1,500 (non-refundable)
Deposit: One term’s tuition fee (refundable and topped up yearly)
Tuition Fee: RM 3,000 per term (3 terms per year)
Material Fee: RM 300 per term

After School Programme:
Category 1 (2:40 PM – 5:00 PM): RM 800 per term
Category 2 (School Holidays 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM): RM 600 per term
Combined (ASP + Holidays): RM 1,200 per term
International Student Fee (one-time): RM 5,000

Primary and Secondary (Year 1–11)
Application Fee: RM 500 (non-refundable)
Registration Fee: RM 2,500 (non-refundable)
Deposit: One term’s tuition fee (refundable)

Tuition Fees (per term):
Year 1–2: RM 4,750
Year 3–4: RM 4,990
Year 5–6: RM 5,900
Year 7–8: RM 6,800
Year 9: RM 6,800
Year 10–11: RM 7,940

Technology Fee (per year):
RM 400 for Years 1–6
RM 500 for Years 7–11

Visa Processing Fee (International Students):
New Parents: RM 1,000
Renewals: RM 440
Students: RM 700 (new), RM 360 (renewal)
International Student Fee (one-time): RM 5,000

Boarding Fees (Optional)
Deposit: RM 2,000 (refundable)

Full Boarding (3 terms):
Single Room: RM 8,400 / 8,400 / 6,300
Double Room: RM 7,600 / 7,600 / 5,700

Weekday Boarding (5-day stay):
Single Room: RM 7,200 / 7,200 / 5,400
Double Room: RM 6,400 / 6,400 / 4,800

Additional RM 150/day applies if weekday boarders stay over the weekend.

Refund Policy
Deposit Refund: The deposit (equal to one term’s fee) is refundable if:

All outstanding fees are cleared.

One full term’s written notice is provided before withdrawal.

Non-refundable Fees: Application, registration, and international student fees.

Boarding Withdrawal: A one-term written notice is required for deposit refund, else forfeited.

Late Payments: A 5% per annum surcharge applies to fees unpaid by the 15th day of the term.

Payment Methods
Accepted Methods:
Cash
Cheque
Online Bank Transfer
Credit Card

Terms:
Fees are billed three times a year, prior to each school term.
Academics

Seri Botani International School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 17.

Curriculum
SBIS follows the Cambridge International Curriculum, which is developed in the UK and used worldwide. Students begin with Cambridge Primary (Years 1–6), continue through Cambridge Lower Secondary (Years 7–9), and then prepare for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) exams in Years 10 and 11. The curriculum includes core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, along with ICT, Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin, and Physical Education. The teaching style is structured and subject-based, and assessments are typically conducted through exams, assignments, and coursework.

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Wellbeing
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
Complete Application Form .Parents or guardians must fill in, sign, and submit the SBIS application form along with supporting documents (e.g., ID/birth certificates, school reports, immunisation records, photos). Malaysian and international requirements differ slightly. Applications can be submitted in person, via email, or by post.

Assessment & Interview.Pay the non‑refundable application fee and, if a place is available, the student undergoes an age-appropriate Cambridge-style placement test. An interview with the Principal is required.

Application Review.The Principal and admissions team review the completed application, test results, and interview notes. Parents are notified of the outcome within 7 working days.

Offer & Deposit. If accepted, a Letter of Offer is issued. Parents secure the place by paying the non‑refundable registration fee, the refundable term deposit, and tuition fees before the commencement of term. Unsuccessful applicants will be informed within 10 working days and may reapply later.

Scholarships
The school does not have publicly available information on their scholarships.

Waitlist
The school does not have a waitlist.
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