Cempaka International School Damansara Heights
International School in Kuala Lumpur
Quick answer
Cempaka International School Damansara Heights follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, as a large campus with 2,000 students. Well-suited to families seeking a premium families. At $40,900–$63,100/year, it sits above the Kuala Lumpur average, reflecting its premium positioning.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British taught at Cempaka International School Damansara Heights.
- Tuition: $8,702–$13,426/yr published in MYR, US$ equivalent.
- Ages: Ages 6 to 16 school day starts at 8:00 am.
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About Cempaka International School Damansara Heights
Cempaka International School Cheras/Cempaka Cheras is composed of the Cempaka International School (IGCSE), Cempaka Cheras (Malaysian National Curriculum) and the A-Levels. Mission of the school is to become the leading school of choice in the country, producing students who are all-round achievers: maintaining a strong academic track record whilst maintaining a complete co-curricular resume and meaningful community service experience, in a relevant technologically-supported environment, with 100% University (or equivalent) admission rate.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school hasn't published its learning-support or EAL provision — treat it as unconfirmed and ask directly.
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.
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $8,702 – $13,426 |
| Annual tuition (MYR) | RM40900-RM63100 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $12,564(+14%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $14,064 |
| Cost position in Kuala Lumpur | 86th percentile(premium tier) |
British
Malay, Mandarin, French
8:00 am – 3:00 pm or 3:30 pm depending on the grade level.
Yes
The school cafeteria, pizza kiosk and bakeshop are halal and beef-free and also provides for vegetarian options.
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