Alice Smith School
International School in Kuala Lumpur
1,600
50 (36% of the student population are British citizens and have at least one parent who holds a British passport. Approximately 30% of students are Malaysian passport holders.)
20 avg
Fixed intake
FOBISIA, CIS, COBIS
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Alice Smith School
It is the leading international school in Kuala Lumpur, proud of its excellent reputation in providing an outstanding and thriving all-round education based on the British curriculum for 3 to 18 year olds. ASS is committed to academic excellence, achieved through nurturing the personal development of every student in all aspects of their learning. ASS understands the importance of providing a caring and supportive atmosphere in achieving this, enabling each child to thrive academically, socially, physically and emotionally. ASS students have a genuine love of learning and are taught by professional fully-qualified teachers who are passionate about teaching. This exceptional combination, together with the enriching curriculum and the wider learning experiences and opportunities that happens beyond the classroom, are the foundations of the students' success and the school's excellent reputation.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $12,000 – $22,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | RM53730-RM117360 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $18,650(+10%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $20,150 |
| Cost position in Kuala Lumpur | 95th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Oldest international school in Malaysia (est. 1946). Two campuses: primary (Jalan Bellamy) and secondary (Sri Hartamas). Registration MYR 5,000. Deposit MYR 5,000. Bus MYR 4,000-7,000/year. Uniforms MYR 600-1,200. Exam fees for IGCSE/A-Level additional.
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
A Level, GCSE Level, British National Curriculum Tests (SATs)
Bahasa Malaysia, French, Mandarin and Spanish
Team of Learning Support Specialists and Assistants are able to provide guidance and assistance to students who find particular aspects of the curriculum challenging.
Whilst the school is academically non-selective, it does offer British-based schooling to students who can intellectually access the English National Curriculum. Applications for students who require special assistance are considered on a case by case basis.
The Alice Smith School offers a limited programme to teach students for whom English is an additional language. Entrance onto this language programme will also be considered on a case by case basis.
At the Primary Campus school starts at 7.45 am, except for Pre-School and Reception who start at 8.30 am (soft drop-off at 7.45am). The Secondary Campus starts at 8 am. – At the Primary Campus school finishes at 2 pm, except for Pre-School and Reception who finish at noon and 2 pm respectively. The Secondary Campus finishes at 2.40 pm. The majority of after school activities finish at 3.10 pm at the Primary Campus and 4 pm at the Secondary Campus.
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Sri Hartamas, Mont Kiara, Damansara Heights, Bangsar
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Kuala Lumpur
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: 36% of the student population are British citizens and have at least one parent who holds a British passport. Approximately 30% of students are Malaysian passport holders.
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Oldest international school in Malaysia (est. 1946). Two campuses: primary (Jalan Bellamy) and secondary (Sri Hartamas). Registration MYR 5,000. Deposit MYR 5,000. Bus MYR 4,000-7,000/year. Uniforms MYR 600-1,200. Exam fees for IGCSE/A-Level additional.
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