St. John's International School
International School in Kuala Lumpur
Quick answer
St. John's International School follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, as a large campus with 1,000 students. At $14,900–$32,500/year, it sits above the Kuala Lumpur average, reflecting its premium positioning. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $14,900–$32,500/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 25 (max 25) Kuala Lumpur international school · 1,000 students total.
- 26 nationalities top: Malaysian.
- Ages: Ages 5 to 18 school day starts at 8am.
- Accreditations: CIE verified.
1,000
26 (Malaysian)
25 avg / 25 max
Rolling
CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels
About St. John's International School
Faith, knowledge, thinking, creativity, and excellence.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
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.
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $14,900 – $32,500 |
| Annual tuition (local) | RM14900-RM32500 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $25,350(+7%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $26,850 |
| Cost position in Kuala Lumpur | 100th percentile(premium tier) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, GCE A-Level
100% passing rate
French, Mandarin & Malay
unknown
No
Yes
8am – 3.30pm (Monday-Thursday), 12.30pm (Friday)
A meal plan is provided for students
Halal
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Kuala Lumpur
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Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Malaysian
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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