Summer International Secondary School Kuala Lumpur
International School in Kuala Lumpur
Quick answer
Summer International Secondary School Kuala Lumpur is an international school serving expat families in Kuala Lumpur, with notably small class sizes averaging 7 students. Tuition of $5,000–$15,000/year is in line with Kuala Lumpur averages.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at Summer International Secondary School Kuala Lumpur.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 7 (max 15) Kuala Lumpur international school · 12 students total.
- 5 nationalities top: Malaysian.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 8:30 AM.
12
5 (Malaysian)
7 avg / 15 max
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About Summer International Secondary School Kuala Lumpur
At Summer International Secondary School, we believe education should go beyond memorisation. Inspired by the Dutch approach, we emphasise creativity, collaboration, and real-world learning. Our inclusive community encourages students to explore their passion, think critically, and develop resilience. With a strong focus on mental and emotional well-being, SISS prepares young people not only for academic success but also to become innovative, compassionate, and globally minded citizens. Happiness is the key to Success!
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): Learning support: moderate
- •Listed (unverified): In-house specialist staff listed
- •Listed (unverified): 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| 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
So far excellent / good. The students in SISS approach the exams in a different way. They take accountability of their learning and the exam period is a feedback moment for the students so they themselves can assess whether they are on track and/or whether some corrections in their learning / understanding should be made.
Malay, Mandarin, Spanish, French (and Dutch if there is a demand).
See above.
We need to assess whether we can help these students or whether we need to refer them to a more specialised school (mostly smaller class sized schools) as we are not a specialist on special needs. If we can work with the students, we will do our best to communicate with the student and parents on a regular basis to support the students' need, and with any other developmental specialist that the student may have outside of school.
We provide English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for students whose first language is not English. For other languages, additional classes can be arranged after school hours if required.
8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Yes, we offer morning tea break and lunch. (Optional)
At the moment we have a fixed menu - our food is halal and delicious. However, we will try to give consideration on any allergy or dietary requirements - therefore please discuss with our school on what is possible.
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
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Less diverse
Common: Malaysian
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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