Cornerstone International School
International School in Johor Bahru
Quick answer
Cornerstone International School is a British-curriculum school in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. It is accredited by CIE and serves ages Ages 6 to 17.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British taught at Cornerstone International School.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 25) Johor Bahru international school · 200 students total.
- 8 nationalities top: Malaysian.
- Ages: Ages 6 to 17 school day starts at 08:00 am.
- Accreditations: CIE verified.
200
8 (Malaysian)
20 avg / 25 max
Rolling
CIE
About Cornerstone International School
We are a private international school registered with the Ministry of Education that offers English-medium education From Year 1 to Year 11, preparing our students to take the internationally-recognised International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examination offered by the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), part of the University of Cambridge, UK. Our team of educators brings with them a wealth of experience not only to impart knowledge but to foster a lasting passion for learning in an environment where creative expressions are encouraged, and each person's unique ability is recognized and nurtured. We place a strong emphasis on character development and cultivation of good values for our students. The interest of our students always come first.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
British
IGCSE Ordinary level
Above average but could be better.
Mandarin and Malay
If children with special needs are able to function independently and are not too disruptive to other students, we can consider admission.
No
Yes
08:00 am – 2:30 pm
Yes
No, Only pork-free meals are served.
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Student Diversity
Less diverse
Common: Malaysian
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