Nexus International School Malaysia
International School in Kuala Lumpur
Quick answer
Nexus International School Malaysia (KL second registry) serves 730 students from 36 nationalities aged 3 to 18, celebrating 15+ years of operation. The school combines British curriculum (IGCSE) with the IB Diploma at sixth form. Accredited by IBO, CIS, FOBISIA and CIE — a four-accreditation set. Tuition $9,517-$21,185 per year. Established choice for international families in Putrajaya seeking British/IB-track education with FOBISIA inter-school sports.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $9,517–$21,185/yr published in MYR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 20 Kuala Lumpur international school · 730 students total.
- 36 nationalities top: Malaysian.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8:20 am.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, FOBISIA plus 1 more.
730
36 (Malaysian)
20 avg
Available
IBO, CIS, FOBISIA, CIE
IGCSE and IB Diploma
About Nexus International School Malaysia
Nexus International School Malaysia is more than just an international school. It is a place where young people come together to become global citizens of the future. Nexus believes that the classroom is constantly evolving. Thus, it ensures that the latest teaching and learning methods together with state-of-the art technology is incorporated into the curriculum. Nexus takes great pride in challenging young minds and stimulating children's naturally inquisitive nature through acclaimed International Curricula. Heartily embracing diversity, we encourage full cultural assimilation between each student's individual ethnicity and history, with their host country Malaysia.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
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?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $9,517 – $21,185 |
| Annual tuition (MYR) | RM44730-RM99570 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $17,001(+11%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $18,501 |
| Cost position in Kuala Lumpur | 93th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, British
IGCSE and IB Diploma
IB Diploma, IGCSE
IGCSE: 86% of all learners achieved at least 1 A*/A grade IBDP: Learners achieved an average of 34.1 points (world average - 30.32)
Mandarin, Bahasa Malaysia, Spanish, Korean
This support may be given within the mainstream class or, on occasion, learners may be withdrawn for specialist lessons. All applicants are assessed to see how the school is able to effectively cater for learners needs.
The School has a dedicated inclusion team who provide additional support for selected learners.
The school's English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Foundation English programme (FEP) is tailored to enable learners who have had little or no exposure to the English Language to develop fluency and competence in English at a pace suitable for their abilities, so they are able to follow the curriculum at Nexus International School.
8:20 am – 3:30 pm (Monday - Thursday), 1.30pm (Friday)
Yes. Learners will be given a student card that can be topped up with credits through an app that can be used to buy food in school.
All meals are Halal as required in Malaysia.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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Fee Position in Kuala Lumpur
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Malaysian
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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