IGB International School
International School in Kuala Lumpur
Quick answer
IGB International School (IGBIS) is the only school in Malaysia authorised for the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP, CP). The school enrols 341 students from 34 nationalities, accredited by IBO and CIS. Annual tuition runs $10,000-$22,000 USD (true cost ~$17,650, +10% — Kuala Lumpur's 95th cost percentile). Admissions are open; best suited to internationally mobile families committed to a complete IB continuum from primary through Career-related Programme.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at IGB International School.
- Tuition: $10,000–$22,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 16 (max 20) Kuala Lumpur international school · 341 students total.
- 34 nationalities top: Malaysian.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 8.00 am.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS verified.
341
34 (Malaysian)
16 avg / 20 max
Rolling
IBO, CIS
About IGB International School
IGB International School (IGBIS) is a vibrant Early Years to Grade 12 international school that provides a dynamic, innovative and inclusive learning environment where students are challenged to excel in both their learning and their personal growth. An International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, IGBIS is the only school in Malaysia authorised for all four IB programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP), and the Career-related Programme (CP). The school is a member of the Association of International Schools in Malaysia (AIMS), and is a Council of International Schools (CIS) accredited school and a New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) Accredited School.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $10,000 – $22,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | RM48400-RM112600 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $17,650(+10%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $19,150 |
| Cost position in Kuala Lumpur | 95th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Full IB continuum. Purpose-built campus. Registration MYR 5,000. Deposit MYR 5,000. Bus MYR 4,000-7,000/year. Uniforms MYR 600-1,200. ECA fees MYR 500-2,000/term. Facilities among best in KL.
IB
IB Diploma
Chinese, Bahasa Melayu, Spanish, French, Japanese, Korean
Our learning support staff have qualifications, expertise and experience in a range of special educational needs. We also work closely with external providers such as speech and occupational therapists.
IGBIS is committed to inclusion and inclusive teaching and learning practices. The Learning Support team is an integral part of the school and provides services from Early Years through to the Secondary School, with the aim of promoting independence and enabling children and students to access the curriculum in the mainstream classroom alongside their peers.
Yes
8.00 am – 3.00pm
Lunches can be purchased from the school cafeteria or brought from home.
All food served in the school is halal. We offer vegetarian options, as well as Asian and Western choices.
Recommended neighborhoods
Sungai Buloh, Mont Kiara, Kota Damansara, Mutiara Damansara
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Kuala Lumpur
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Malaysian
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Full IB continuum. Purpose-built campus. Registration MYR 5,000. Deposit MYR 5,000. Bus MYR 4,000-7,000/year. Uniforms MYR 600-1,200. ECA fees MYR 500-2,000/term. Facilities among best in KL.
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