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Sunway International School Sunway City

Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MYR 45,000 - 95,000
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1200
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2008
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Malay, Mandarin, French
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Kindergarten, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Sunway International School Sunway City Kuala Lumpur is part of the Sunway Education Group with over 30 years of education experience. Located in Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia, the campus serves ages 4 to 18. The school offers a Canadian (Ontario) curriculum licensed by the Ontario Ministry of Education, Cambridge Primary, IGCSE, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge Upper Secondary, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Students can earn the Ontario Secondary School Diploma credits, follow Cambridge pathways via the Cambridge International Programme, and progress to the IB Diploma or Cambridge A Levels after Cambridge. The KL campus occupies a 9-acre green-certified site capable of housing up to 3,000 students, with plans for a new 7-acre, GreenRE Platinum-certified campus to replace the current site. Facilities include a FIFA-certified football turf, an Olympic-sized pool, and multiple courts. The school runs ECAs, including Biology Club, Mandarin Club, and Model United Nations, and over 30 options.

PT 1379, Jalan Subang 1, USJ 1, 47600 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

The Essentials

Sunway International School Sunway City has 1,200 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
Sunway City Kuala Lumpur campus, Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. Address: PT 1379, Jalan Subang 1, USJ 1, 47600 Subang Jaya. Contact: +603-5639 8800.

Stages
Kindergarten; Primary (Grade 1–5); Canadian Middle School (Grade 6–8); Canadian High School (Grade 9–11); Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary; Cambridge A Level Sixth Form; Pre-university International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

Type
International school offering Ontario (Canada) curriculum, Cambridge programmes, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

Additional learning support
English Support; Guidance & Counselling.

Country affiliation
Canada – Ontario (offshore Ontario MOE license).
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is offered as Full Semester Stays at SIS House. Full semester stays include air‑conditioned twin‑sharing rooms, laundry services, common‑area housekeeping, utilities, Wi‑Fi and on‑site security, with meals provided through a SIS House Meal Plan. The meal plan excludes Sundays, public holidays and school holidays. Fees include a one‑time Application & Processing Fee of RM 1,000; a refundable Deposit of RM 1,500; a Boarding Fee of RM 12,000 per semester; and a Meal Plan of RM 5,750 per semester.

Uniform Requirement
Kindergarten Uniform consists of a Polo shirt, Shorts, PE Attire and Bucket Hat; Primary 1–5 Uniform consists of a Short‑sleev​ed shirt, Shorts/Skort, PE Attire and Bucket Hat. Shoes must be black or white sneakers with socks; hoodies or non‑SIS sweaters are not allowed, and students may wear the school sweater or blazer. Uniforms can be purchased from the School Bookshop, and a bucket hat is worn outdoors; field trips require the formal uniform with bucket hat.

Food Options
Meals for SIS House residents are served in the School Cafeteria. Meals run Monday to Friday (Breakfast, Morning Snacks, Lunch and Dinner) and Saturday–Sunday (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner); dietary requirements can be accommodated. The SIS House Meal Plan costs RM 5,750 per semester and is not provided on Sundays, public holidays or school holidays.

Governance and Ownership
Sunway International Schools are part of the Sunway Education Group, which is owned and governed by the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation.
Fees

Annual tuition at Sunway International School Sunway City ranges from MYR 45,000 to MYR 95,000 for 2026/27.

Application & registration fees
- Kindergarten (Canadian Kindergarten): Registration fee RM 5,500 (RM 1,000 required with initial application; balance payable on acceptance).
- Canadian programme (Grades 1–3): Registration fee RM 5,500.
- Canadian programme (Grades 4–5): Registration fee RM 5,500.
- Canadian programme (Grades 6–8): Registration fee RM 6,500.
- Canadian programme (Grades 9–11): Registration fee RM 7,600.
- IBDP (Year 1 & 2): Registration fee RM 7,600.
- Cambridge (Years 1–4): Registration fee RM 5,500.
- Cambridge (Years 5–6): Registration fee RM 5,500.
- Cambridge (Years 7–9): Registration fee RM 6,500.
- Cambridge (Years 10–11): Registration fee RM 7,600.

Tuition fees (per semester) — full detail by year group
- Kindergarten (per semester): RM 22,500 (two semesters per year). Annual equivalent RM 45,000.
- Canadian Grades 1–3 (per semester): RM 27,500 (annual equivalent RM 55,000).
- Canadian Grades 4–5 (per semester): RM 32,500 (annual equivalent RM 65,000).
- Canadian Grades 6–8 (per semester): RM 35,000 (annual equivalent RM 70,000).
- Canadian Grades 9–11 (per semester): RM 40,000 (annual equivalent RM 80,000).
- IBDP Year 1 & 2 (per semester): RM 47,500 (annual equivalent RM 95,000).
- Cambridge Years 1–4 (per semester): RM 27,500 (annual equivalent RM 55,000).
- Cambridge Years 5–6 (per semester): RM 32,500 (annual equivalent RM 65,000).
- Cambridge Years 7–9 (per semester): RM 35,000 (annual equivalent RM 70,000).
- Cambridge Years 10–11 (per semester): RM 40,000 (annual equivalent RM 80,000).

Deposit, international-admin and other recurring mandatory items
- Academic deposit (all academic levels): RM 5,000. The academic deposit is retained while the student is studying and is refundable on completion of Year 11 / Grade 11 or IBDP Year 2, or if the school receives one semester's (6 months) notice of withdrawal while the student is still enrolled.
- International Admin Fee (applicable to international students): RM 750 per semester for all levels shown.
- External test / exam fees (where applicable): Ontario Literacy Test RM 700 per exam sitting (Grades 9–11 example shown). Other external exam charges are not covered by tuition.
- Student Visa: RM 400 (cash) to be submitted to Admissions at the start of semester for students applying for a Student Visa (fee not included in published tuition).
- The costs of school-regulated uniforms, laptops, textbooks, calculators and other materials are NOT included in the published tuition and must be budgeted separately.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Academic year structure: two semesters per year; each semester is six (6) months. Semester fees are invoiced per semester and are payable prior to the commencement of each new semester.
- Registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Deposit refund condition: the academic deposit is refundable only upon completion of Year 11 / Grade 11 or IBDP Year 2 at the school, or if one semester's (6 months) notice of withdrawal is received while the student is still studying.

Boarding fees (SIS House)
- Application (SIS House): RM 1,000 — non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Boarding deposit (Key, Card & Rental): RM 1,500.
- Boarding fee (SIS House): RM 12,000 per semester. Annual equivalent RM 24,000. Boarding fee is payable prior to the commencement of each new semester.
- SIS House Meal Plan: RM 5,750 per semester (Monday–Friday: breakfast, lunch and dinner; Saturday: breakfast and lunch; excludes Sundays, public holidays and school holidays).
- The boarding fee covers accommodation, laundry services, housekeeping, allotted utilities, Wi‑Fi and security services; failure to settle boarding fees by the advised date may result in disruption to these services.

Other costs and fees
- School-regulated uniforms, laptops, textbooks, calculators and other materials are additional and not included in the published fee schedules.
- External examination costs and any subject-specific charges are additional to the tuition and are billed separately where applicable.
- For international students, additional immigration- or visa-related charges apply (Student Visa fee RM 400 cash at start of semester).

Refund information (academic & boarding)
- Registration fee: non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Academic deposit: refundable on completion of Year 11 / Grade 11 or IBDP Year 2, or if the school receives one semester's (6 months) notice of withdrawal while the student is still enrolled.
- Boarding application fee: expressly non-refundable. Other boarding refunds (deposit or partial) are governed by SIS House terms; boarding fees and meal plan are payable prior to commencement of each semester.

Fee payment options and banking details
- Accepted payment methods: Cheque, JomPAY (internet & mobile banking), Online Payment (epayment portal), Telegraphic Transfer (TT) or Direct Bank‑In. Semester invoices are payable prior to the start of each semester.
- JomPAY biller code shown for general school tuition: 2220 (use SIS Student ID and student passport/ID as references). JomPAY biller code shown for SIS House (boarding): 3228.
- Bank transfer / TT details (payee and bank details shown for electronic transfers):
- Payee name: Sunway Education Group Sdn Bhd.
- Bank: Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank).
- Account number: 012 316 401 449.
- Swift code: MBBEMYKL.
- Beneficiary / Company ID referenced in payment instructions: 146440K.

Notes on invoicing and penalties
- Semester fees are invoiced per semester and must be paid prior to the commencement of each semester; failure to settle fees by the advised date may result in disruption of services.
- The school reserves the right to revise fees when deemed necessary; all published fees are shown in Ringgit Malaysia (RM).

(For the academic and boarding fee figures above, the published fee schedules for the relevant year groups and SIS House were used as the reference for the amounts and payment terms.)
Academics

Sunway International School Sunway City teaches Canadian Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP) for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), Sunway Cambridge International Programme, and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) are offered. The Canadian (Ontario) curriculum is licensed and inspected annually by the Ontario Ministry of Education to grant credits leading to the OSSD. The Cambridge Curriculum is offered as part of SISKL, with Cambridge pathways that include Cambridge IGCSE, and students may continue to the IB Diploma Programme or Cambridge A Levels after Cambridge. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is delivered as an IB World School programme. These internationally recognised qualifications enable progression to top-tier universities and professional studies worldwide.

Higher Education Progression
Ontario (OSSD), Cambridge International Programme, and IB Diploma Programme are internationally recognised qualifications that enable entry to top-tier universities worldwide. The Ontario curriculum provides credits toward the OSSD as licensed by the Ontario MOE; Cambridge is recognised by universities globally; IB DP is delivered as part of SIS's IB World School status to support higher education progression.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a comfortable and supportive environment conducive for every student to excel not just academically, but also personally, emotionally and socially. Guidance counsellors serve as mentors, advisers and friends and are integral to every student's well-being at SIS. The Guidance & Counselling program focuses on three goals: Academic Achievement, Personal and Social Development, and Career Awareness, with services including individual and group academic counselling, classroom guidance and university admission assistance. The program supports Personal Development Activities and engages families through workshops and sessions to promote student well-being.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The medium of instruction is English. English language support for non-native speakers is provided through English Support programmes to develop proficiency in English. English for Academic Purposes (EAP) helps Middle–High School students by allowing them to join the school one semester early to focus on English. Advisory sessions in Middle School improve reading and writing, while English as a Second Language (ESL) offers multiple levels to help High School students progress to grade-level English.

Mental Wellbeing
Guidance & Counselling is centred on student well-being as a core aim, with counsellors acting as mentors, advisors and friends. The program promotes Academic Achievement, Personal and Social Development, and Career Awareness, and provides individual and group academic counselling, classroom guidance and university admissions support to foster students' emotional and social well-being.

Safeguarding
A Safe Campus prioritises safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of students. On-campus safety measures include social distancing, hand-washing facilities and the wearing of face masks, with online learning continuity planned to ensure learning experiences are sustained when needed.
Parent Experience

History
Sunway International Schools are part of Sunway Education Group (SEG), which has more than 30 years of private education experience and is owned and governed by the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation. SIS Kuala Lumpur began in 2008 at an interim campus with high school offerings, and the first cohort consisted of 25 students, making it Malaysia's first international school to offer the Canadian curriculum. In 2012, SIS moved to a newly constructed single-building campus adjacent to Sunway College and began SIS House boarding. In 2016, the campus expanded with the East Block to provide more classrooms and facilities. In 2023, SIS Kuala Lumpur launched the Cambridge International Programme (IGCSE) and moved to an 8-acre, GreenRE-certified, purpose-built campus capable of housing up to 3,000 students.

Community
SIS's community is international; teachers come from Canada and other parts of the world, and as IB World Schools, SIS builds an international-minded faculty. SIS students hail from more than 50 countries, bringing diverse cultures to the campus. Parents are an important part of the SIS community, with the Parent Council at both SIS campuses organizing events such as Teacher's Day and International Day, supporting Open Days and volunteering as needed. The SIS community is part of the Sunway Education Group, a network of 18 learning institutions with about 30,000 students, offering opportunities for university study, scholarships, and lifelong learning.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Council at both SIS campuses comprises dedicated parents who organise events such as Teacher's Day and International Day. They support the school's Open Days and volunteer when a need arises. Parents are an important part of the SIS community. SIS values working with parents toward students' success and wellbeing. The Parent Council coordinates parent involvement as part of the SIS community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
SIS Sunway City Kuala Lumpur is located in the Sunway Campus within Sunway City, Kuala Lumpur. The facilities can accommodate up to 3,000 students and provide a vibrant learning environment for diverse learners. The KL campus is a 9-acre, green-certified campus offering programmes from kindergarten through pre-university. A new 7-acre, purpose-built campus was planned to replace the current campus and has GreenRE Platinum certification; it can accommodate up to 3,000 students and will offer primary and secondary programmes.

Sports Facilities
FIFA Certified Football Turf field; Olympic-sized Swimming Pool; fully equipped Gym facility; Tennis Court; Basketball Court; Table Tennis Facilities; Badminton Courts; Jogging Track; Volleyball Court.

Academic Facilities
Sunway City Kuala Lumpur campus is a 9-acre, green-certified campus that can accommodate up to 3,000 students of all levels from kindergarten to pre-university. It offers Canadian (Ontario) programmes (Kindergarten, Primary, Middle, High School), Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE), and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in Year 1 and Year 2.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school has a broad range of ECAs focused on science and academics. It includes Biology Club, Chemistry Club, Math Club, Physics Club, and Science Club. Extra Help (Coaching & Guidance) supports student academic progress. Over 30 ECAs are currently offered, giving students opportunities to explore academic interests after school.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative ECAs are available through Art & Design and Performing Arts. Art & Design activities include Drawing/Arts & Crafts, Jewellery & Handicraft, Mind Mapping, Mural Art, Paper Art, DIY Club, and Mandala Art. Performing Arts options include Dance Club, Choir, and Orchestra Club. These activities run after school under teacher guidance.

Cultural & Language
The school offers Language & Knowledge ECAs including Mandarin Club. Language & Knowledge also features subject clubs such as Biology Club, Chemistry Club, Math Club, Physics Club, and Science Club. Mandarin Club supports language development and cultural awareness. The clubs provide opportunities to engage with language and knowledge across disciplines.

Social & Hobbies
Students can join after-school ECAs across arts, sciences, languages, and sports. There are more than 30 ECAs offered, ensuring options for varied interests. After-school participation is available alongside other programmes offered at SIS. Clubs and activities provide opportunities for social interaction and personal development.

Community & Service
The school has Community ECAs including Charity Club and Green Team. These activities engage students in service and environmental initiatives. Participation supports social responsibility and community engagement. The clubs operate as part of the broader extracurricular program and are guided by teachers.

Leadership & Professional
Personal Development ECAs include Model United Nations (MUN) and Debate Club. These activities develop leadership, advocacy, critical thinking, and public speaking skills. Participation in these clubs provides opportunities to lead, present, and collaborate. The school emphasizes professional skill development through these clubs.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports and physical activities are offered under Sports & Physical Activities. The listed activities include Cross Country, Swimming, Netball, Multi Sports, Yoga, Indoor Skating, Badminton, and Basketball. Participation supports fitness and overall well-being. ECAs run after school, complementing academics and other programmes.
Languages

Language Provision
The school has three curricula: Canadian (Ontario), Cambridge International Curriculum, and the International Baccalaureate (IB). The Cambridge Curriculum provides routes for learners whose first language is not English. The Sunway City Kuala Lumpur campus has Middle School (Grades 6-8), High School (Grades 9-11), and Pre-university IB Diploma Programme.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Application. Complete the Application Form and Preliminary Review Form and prepare the documents listed in the Admissions Checklist. The Admissions Office address is Sunway International School (KL), PT 1379, Jalan Subang 1, USJ 1, 47600 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia, and payment instructions are available on request. Intake is available for Canadian (Ontario) Kindergarten (4–6 years), Primary (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), High School (Grades 9–11), Cambridge (IGCSE) for Elementary (Years 1–6) with a July intake from 2025 onward, Lower Secondary (Years 7–9), Upper Secondary (Years 10–11), Cambridge (A Level) Sixth Form (Years 12–13), and IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) Year 1, with various January/July start options. Step 2: Readiness Assessment (Grade 3 / Year 4 onwards). Applicants enrolling for Grade 3 / Year 4 and above must meet the minimum English and Mathematics requirements to determine eligibility for the grade applied, and will be contacted to schedule the readiness assessment with the Admissions Office. Step 3: Admissions. Applicants who satisfy the admission requirements will be offered a place of study in writing, and successful applicants must accept the offer and make the necessary payments to secure the place. Admissions Checklist (summary): provide copies of identity documents, birth certificates, passport photos, three to six years of academic results, parent/guardian IDs or passports, and any applicable school leaving certificates or embassy-endorsed documents; international students may require a visa and support from the International Office. Note: international students require a Malaysia-issued student visa; the International Office provides visa guidance and related support.

Scholarships
Sunway International Schools offer Academic, Music & Sports, and IBDP Entrance Scholarships, plus a Sixth Form/IB Diploma Entrance Scholarship. Scholarships primarily take the form of tuition-fee waivers (not cash awards). A Grade 7 (Ontario) / Year 8 (Cambridge) scholarship provides a 25% tuition waiver for the January intake; Year 10 Cambridge scholarship can be 25% or 100% depending on eligibility, with a selection process that includes interview and written personal essay. The IBDP Entrance Scholarship amount varies by academic results, with higher results yielding larger tuition waivers, and is available for new admissions into the Sixth Form / IBDP. A Music & Sports Scholarship provides a 25% tuition waiver for qualified students; eligibility requires excellence in a recognized music or sport discipline and meeting other admission criteria. The Family Bursary offers tiered discounts (5% to 15%) for eligible families, including children of alumni and/or siblings, and applies to tuition fees only. How to apply: complete the respective Scholarship Application Form and submit with documents (latest final year results, recommendation letter, etc.) by the published deadlines (1 December for January intake, or 1 June for July intake in some cases); interviews may be required. Eligibility and detailed criteria vary by scholarship type (Grade level, sport/music achievements, exam results, and conduct). These scholarships and bursaries are designed to support students pursuing academic, musical, sports, or IB pathways within Sunway International Schools.
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