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St John's International Secondary School

Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 11 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 650
Type Co-educational
Opened 2010
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Part of
St John's International School
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Malay
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Located in central Kuala Lumpur beside the Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve, St. John’s International Secondary School educates students aged 11 to 18. The school provides a clear academic progression through the Cambridge curriculum, starting with Lower Secondary, leading to IGCSE examinations, and culminating in the A-Level programme for university entrance. The school's facilities support this curriculum with science labs, a library, and various sports courts. Distinct from many international schools, St. John's continues the long-standing educational mission of the De La Salle Brothers in Malaysia. This is evident in its focus on character building and service, with co-curricular options like the Interact Club and St. John Ambulance. The school also offers specialised clubs such as Debate and Drone Technology, preparing students for varied post-secondary pathways.

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1st Floor, Ming Building, Kuala Lumpur, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur.

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The Essentials

St John's International Secondary School has 650 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
SJIS is situated in central Kuala Lumpur, close to the Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve and within sight of the KL Tower. The area is well connected by public transport and main roads, making it convenient for families across the city.

Stages
The school provides the Cambridge pathway: Lower Secondary (Years 7–9), Cambridge IGCSE (Years 10–11), and Cambridge A Levels (Sixth Form). Students are typically between 11 and 18 years old.

Type
SJIS is a co-educational day school and does not offer any boarding facilities.

Additional learning support
The school offers an English Support Programme (ESP) for Lower Secondary to strengthen students’ skills in Cambridge First Language English. Information about broader SEN (Special Educational Needs) support is not publicly disclosed on the website.

Country affiliation
The school does not have a formal affiliation with a specific country.

Religious affiliation
SJIS is associated with the Lasallian tradition of the De La Salle Brothers through its historical ties with St. John’s Institution.

School day structure
The school does not publish daily start and end times on its website.

Bus service
SJIS arranges transport services through providers for students who require them. Buses are available on designated routes, and additional transport is sometimes organized for special events such as sports meets or inter-school activities.
Diving Deeper
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Academics

St John's International Secondary School teaches Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 11 to 18.

Curriculum
St. John’s International Secondary School follows the Cambridge curriculum pathway. Students in Lower Secondary (Years 7–9) study a broad range of subjects, including English, Mathematics, Science, ICT, Geography, History, Malay, and Mandarin, with an English Support Programme (ESP) available for those strengthening their language skills. In Upper Secondary (Years 10–11), students prepare for the Cambridge IGCSE, choosing from a mix of core and elective subjects. After completing IGCSE, students may progress to Cambridge A Levels (Sixth Form), where they select three to four subjects in preparation for university entry. Instruction is delivered in English, with Malay and Mandarin also offered as part of the curriculum. The school is formally registered with Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) to deliver these qualifications.

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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit Application and Documents
Parents must complete the student application and registration forms, submitting them along with the required documents, including identity cards, academic report cards, and passport-sized photos, before the academic year begins.

2. Placement Assessments
Once the application is received, students undertake placement testing, which includes assessments in English, Science, and Mathematics. Additionally, an online English Diagnostic Test is conducted to determine appropriate placement.

3. Offer and Registration
Successful candidates receive a “Letter of Offer.” Enrollment is confirmed once the registration fee, as well as any other required documents and applicable payments, have been paid.

4. Payment Guidance
Fees must be paid according to the school’s billing schedule, typically two months before the start of each semester. Applicants applying for scholarships or bursaries must settle at least one semester’s fee before submitting their application.

Scholarships
The secondary school offers several scholarships, primarily focused on academic merit and sporting achievements. Academic scholarships are available for students entering the A-Levels programme, with the value (up to a 100% tuition fee waiver) based on outstanding IGCSE or SPM results.

Merit scholarships are also offered for entry into the lower secondary school based on UPSR results.

Sports scholarships are awarded to students competing at a national level, and a limited number of scholarships are available via the school's 7-S Programme for students new to the Cambridge curriculum.

Waitlist
Should a particular secondary year group be full, successful applicants will be placed on the waiting list. The school will then make an offer as soon as a place becomes available.
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