Hibiscus International School Kuala Lumpur
International School in Kuala Lumpur
Quick answer
Hibiscus International School Kuala Lumpur is an international school serving expat families in Kuala Lumpur. Tuition of $5,000–$15,000/year is in line with Kuala Lumpur averages. The student body draws from 30 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at Hibiscus International School Kuala Lumpur.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr estimated range, unverified — confirm with the school.
- Avg class size: 20 Kuala Lumpur international school · 260 students total.
- 30 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 8:10.
260
30
20 avg
Rolling
About Hibiscus International School Kuala Lumpur
Hibiscus International School is a private elementary, middle and high school - focused on preparing children for the changing conditions of today's and tomorrow's worlds.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school lists some support, but the listing is imported and unverified — confirm it directly with the school.
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.
- •Listed (unverified): EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability 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?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $5,000 – $15,000(est.) |
| Annual tuition (local) | RM21360-RM43650 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $11,500(+15%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $13,000 |
| Cost position in Kuala Lumpur | 84th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Verify fees directly with school. Fees may not include registration, transport, or exam costs.
Other
IGCSE
Bahasa Malay, Mandarin and French
unknown
Hibiscus provides free EAL and Saturday Class.
8:10 – Monday - Thursday: 15:00 Friday: 12:12
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
Is Hibiscus International School Kuala Lumpur right for your family?
A School Fit Brief scores this school against your children's ages, learning needs, and budget — with hidden fee analysis, admissions timing, and a ranked shortlist of alternatives in Kuala Lumpur.
Get School Fit Brief — $49One-time purchase · PDF + workspace · Source-backed analysis
At a Glance
Fee Position in Kuala Lumpur
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Verify fees directly with school. Fees may not include registration, transport, or exam costs.
Decide on this school — and four others
The $49 School Fit Brief covers Hibiscus International School Kuala Lumpur and 4 other top schools in Kuala Lumpur — tuition + true cost, curriculum fit, admission timeline, and red flags. Builds your shortlist in 8 minutes vs the $1,500–3,500 (and 2–4 weeks) an education consultant charges for the same answer.
Nearby Schools (within 5km)
Disclaimer: School profiles are source-backed decision aids, not endorsements or official rankings. Tuition figures are approximate and may not include registration fees, uniforms, transport, or exam costs. Always verify directly with the school before applying. WhereNext is not affiliated with any school listed. This is not admissions consulting, legal advice, or official school placement guidance.