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Sri Bestari International School

Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MYR 17,575 - 38,555
Ages 3 - 16 years
Pupil numbers 830
Type Co-educational
Opened 2017
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages French, German, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Mandarin, Spanish
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Sri Bestari International School offers a British-style education for students aged 3 to 16. The curriculum follows the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC), Cambridge Primary, and Cambridge Secondary pathways, culminating in the IGCSE examinations. The 15-acre campus includes a 25-meter swimming pool, a football field, and dedicated labs for science, ICT, and culinary arts. A distinctive feature is the school's extensive co-curricular programme, which offers over 50 activities. Beyond traditional sports and arts, students can participate in unique options like Korfball, rope skipping, robotics, and a Young Enterprise club.

Persiaran Margosa, Bandar Sri Damansara, 52200 Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Malaysia

The Essentials

Sri Bestari International School has 830 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
Sri Bestari International School is located in Bandar Sri Damansara, a township in Kuala Lumpur. It is situated conveniently between several popular residential areas, including Desa ParkCity, Kepong, and Petaling Jaya, making it accessible for families living in these neighborhoods and well-connected to major highways.

Stages
The school is divided into three main sections: Early Years for children aged 3 to 5, Primary School for ages 5 to 11, and Secondary School for students aged 11 to 16.

Type
SBIS is a co-educational day school

Additional learning support
The school has an "Education and Learning Support Academy" (ELSA) that provides support for students with mild autism, mild dyslexia, and other learning disabilities.

Country affiliation
SBIS is a Malaysian school and does not have a specific affiliation with another country.

Religious affiliation
The school has no religious affiliations.

School day structure
The school day starts at 7:45 AM for all levels. The end of the day varies by year group.

Lower Primary ends at 2:35 PM from Monday to Thursday and 12:15 PM on Fridays, while Upper Primary and Secondary end at 3:20 PM from Monday to Thursday and 12:15 PM or 12:50 PM on Fridays. The day includes a morning break and a lunch break.

Bus service
The school offers a school bus service for students. This service is provided by an independent company. Information on routes, costs, and how to apply are not available publicly.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
No boarding services. All students must reside with at least one parent/legal guardian, and expatriate students and parents/guardians must hold a proper visa.

Food Options
Reception and Year 1 to Year 4 are under a compulsory meal plan with minimal processed food. The meal plan is charged for primary students. For Year 5 and Year 6, the meal plan is optional. Secondary students can purchase food and drinks on the spot in the cafeteria.

Governance and Ownership
Sri Bestari International School is part of Lang Education Sdn. Bhd. (LESB), a wholly owned subsidiary of Land & General Berhad (L&G). The campus sits on a 15-acre green site in Bandar Sri Damansara.
Fees

Annual tuition at Sri Bestari International School ranges from MYR 17,575 to MYR 38,555 for 2026/27.

Application and Registration Fees

* Application Fee: MYR 1,200 (non-refundable, payable before assessment).
* Registration Fee: MYR 8,000 (one-off, non-refundable, payable upon acceptance).
* Deposit: Equivalent to one term’s school fee, refundable with one term’s written withdrawal notice.

Tuition Fees (3 terms per year)

* Reception 1–2: MYR 5,858–5,860 per term / approx. MYR 17,575 per year.
* Year 1–2: MYR 7,197 per term / MYR 21,590 per year.
* Year 3–4: MYR 7,666 per term / MYR 23,000 per year.
* Year 5–6: MYR 8,174 per term / MYR 24,520 per year.
* Year 7: MYR 11,615 per term / MYR 34,845 per year.
* Year 8: MYR 11,995 per term / MYR 35,985 per year.
* Year 9–11: MYR 12,851 per term / MYR 38,555 per year.

Other Fees

* Meal Plan: MYR 750 per term (Reception to Year 6).
* Society Fee: MYR 150–180 per term (compulsory for Reception to Year 3).
* Additional costs (not included): uniforms, books, special activities, trips, laptops, lockers, and external exam fees.

Payment Terms

* Fees may be paid annually or termly (September, January, April).
* A 2% discount applies for full-year payments made two weeks before term start.
* Sibling discount of 5% applies to younger children.
* Payments accepted via cash, cheque, bank draft, online transfer, or major credit cards.
* A 5% late fee applies to overdue payments.

Refund Information

* Application and registration fees are non-refundable.
* Deposits are refundable in line with the school’s withdrawal policy.
Academics

Sri Bestari International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 16.

Curriculum
Sri Bestari International School offers a curriculum based on the British system, which is structured into three distinct stages. The Early Years (ages 3-5) follow the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC), which is designed to be engaging and play-based. Following this, the Primary School (ages 5-11) implements the Cambridge Primary curriculum, covering Key Stages 1 and 2, which provides a broad and balanced education.

For Secondary School students (ages 11-16), the curriculum is structured across Key Stages 3 and 4. This phase of their education prepares them for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examinations, a globally recognized qualification. The school offers a range of subjects for the IGCSEs, allowing students to choose a variety of subjects based on their interests and future academic plans.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
SBIS emphasizes the development of social and emotional skills to foster well-rounded individuals. The school has a life skills education program that has been in place for 20 years for students from prep to grade 10. This program, developed by teachers and counselors, aims to equip students with self-awareness, responsible decision-making, and interpersonal skills. The school also has a "Tutor-Ward System" to ensure the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of students. The student council is actively involved in creating a positive and happy school environment.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Information regarding support programs for SEN are not readily available publicly.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school offers an "English Boost" after-school program for students in non-exam years who are not fluent in English. However, the school has stated that it does not have a formal English as an Additional Language (EAL) program at the moment.

Mental Wellbeing
The school places a significant emphasis on the mental and emotional well-being of its students, which is integrated into their "Tutor-Ward System". The school's leadership and teachers are trained to foster a growth mindset, helping students to be resilient and to face challenges with a positive attitude. They also have an in-house counselor available to students. The school aims to provide a nurturing environment that supports both academic and personal growth.

Safeguarding
A specific, detailed safeguarding and child protection policy document for the international school is not readily available online.
Parent Experience

History
Sri Bestari International School (SBIS) was established in 2017. It is part of the wider Sri Bestari brand, which began with the founding of the national private school, Sri Bestari Private School, in 1995. Both schools are located on the same 15-acre site and are operated by the Langsari Group of companies. The establishment of the international school was a response to growing demand for an international curriculum option within the Sri Bestari educational family.

Community
The school fosters a sense of community by hosting a variety of events throughout the year. These include celebrations for major cultural festivals such as Hari Raya, Chinese New Year, and Deepavali, which often involve student performances and activities for families. The school also encourages community spirit through academic showcases, sports days, and other extra-curricular events that bring students, parents, and staff together.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school encourages parental involvement through a Parent Support Group and it aims to foster a collaborative relationship between the school and families to support student learning and well-being. The school also communicates with parents through various channels, including newsletters and parent-teacher meetings.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus sits on a 15-acre green site in Bandar Sri Damansara. It moved to a purpose-built modern campus in 2019 with specialised labs, performing arts studios, sports facilities and a 25-metre swimming pool. The campus provides a cafeteria, a library, learning spaces and other facilities that support academic and holistic development.

Sports Facilities
A multipurpose indoor sports hall, an outdoor field and a 25-metre swimming pool are available on campus.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include a dedicated ICT lab; junior and senior science labs; a library and library reading corner; learning spaces; and music and piano rooms. The Early Years area has its own classroom spaces, and a green screen broadcasting space supports media activities.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Signature programmes include M.A.D Together Outreach Programme; SBIS Tag Talk; and S.T.E.A.M Education. Mandarin is a compulsory subject with HSK alignment. EduVenture and Book Character Day are also featured student activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
S.T.E.A.M. is offered as a signature programme. S.T.E.A.M. stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics. The programme develops problem-solving, critical thinking, computational thinking, project management, and creativity.

Arts & Creative
Arts- and creative-focused ECAs include Creative Arts, Dance Society, and Master Chef, with Production available in the secondary. The school also provides Artist Hub, Music Band, Sewing Club, and other creative activities as part of the ECAs. These offerings run after school and span primary and secondary levels.

Cultural & Language
Mandarin is a compulsory subject and Chinese language learning is supported by integrating HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test) with six levels from I to VI. The HSK levels assess listening, reading, and writing, and students prepare to sit for the test according to year level. Chinese culture is further represented in ECAs such as Chinese Drum.

Social & Hobbies
Lower Primary Societies and Upper Primary Societies run within school hours to foster social engagement. Secondary ECAs include Artist Hub, Editorial Board, Malaysian Red Crescent, and Young Enterprise, among others. Additional social and hobby clubs include Game Masters Club, Malay Society Hub, Eco Club, and Wellness Club.

Community & Service
M.A.D. Together Outreach Programme embeds community outreach, charity, and the habit of giving within students; the SBIS boutique supports ongoing charitable fundraising. The programme also promotes recycling and reducing fabric waste to build social responsibility.

Leadership & Professional
SBIS Tag Talk invites successful people to share real-life experiences with students to broaden their ambitions and authentic self-discovery. Young Enterprise provides entrepreneurship opportunities within the school's extracurricular activities, and the Editorial Board offers student leadership in communications.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellness Club supports health and wellbeing as part of ECAs. Sports options include Badminton, Basketball, Football, and Taekwondo, with Gymnastics and K-pop Dance also available as physical activity choices.
Languages

Language Provision
Mandarin is a compulsory subject from Early Years through Secondary. Starting from Year 2, Mandarin is assessed and divided into 2-3 groups – Beginner, Intermediate and/or Advanced.
Reputation

Awards
Eco-School Green Flag Award: This award, from the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), recognizes the school's commitment to environmental education and sustainable practices. The Green Flag is the highest level of the Eco-Schools award, indicating a long-term dedication to environmental management and education.

Accreditations
Cambridge International School: This accreditation from Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) signifies that the school is authorised to offer Cambridge curriculum and qualifications, such as the IGCSE. It demonstrates that the school meets the high standards of educational quality and rigour set by Cambridge.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Application Submission
Submit the completed and signed Application Form, Personal Data Protection Act Notice, and SBIS Fee Category & Agreement, along with the required documents on the checklist. Pay the Application Fee; it is non-refundable and non-transferable.

2. Assessment Round
Admissions will schedule an entrance assessment and interview. Reception (Early Years): written assessment, interview with Deputy Principal/Head of School, and classroom observation. Primary: English & Mathematics test, interview (Year 1 includes classroom observation). Secondary: English, Mathematics & Science tests plus interview. Placement depends on space availability, prior records, and assessment performance; international students must have a valid Student Pass or Dependent Pass before enrolment.

3. Review
Once assessments (and any necessary reference checks) are complete, the admissions committee reviews the application. Decisions are typically made within 5–7 working days, though peak periods may take longer. The school may contact previous schools or relevant professionals to verify information. Final placement level is determined by the school based on age and readiness.

4. Confirmation of Acceptance
Successful applicants receive a Letter of Offer (or Conditional Letter). To secure the place, pay the Registration Fee (one-time, non-refundable), the Refundable Deposit, and the Term Fee by the deadline stated in the offer. If an application is unsuccessful, a place is not offered and the family is informed of the outcome.

Scholarships
There is no specific information available on the Sri Bestari International School website about scholarships. Although, they do post about scholarships on their socials.

Waitlist
The school does operate a waiting list. If a place is not available at the time of application, successful applicants will be placed on a waiting list. The school will then contact parents/guardians when a place becomes available.
School Events
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