Sunway International School
International School in Kuala Lumpur
Quick answer
Sunway International School KL serves families aged 5 to 18 in Sunway City near Kuala Lumpur. The school delivers a Canadian curriculum (Ontario Secondary School Diploma) with the IB Diploma at sixth form, accredited by IBO, Ontario Ministry of Education and CIE. Tuition $7,000-$15,000 per year. Strong fit for international and Malaysian expat families seeking Canadian-track education with OSSD recognition for Canadian university entry, plus IB pathway flexibility for global university progression.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Canadian, IB leaving qualifications include IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $7,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- 50 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: 5-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO, Ontario Ministry of Education, CIE verified.
50
Rolling
IBO, Ontario Ministry of Education, CIE
IB Diploma
About Sunway International School
As an inclusive school, we welcome different students and families to join our SIS community. We welcome parents and guardians to connect with respective SIS campuses as follows.
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.
- Learning support: limited
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers 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?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $7,000 – $15,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $12,500(+14%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $14,000 |
| Cost position in Kuala Lumpur | 85th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Ontario (Canadian) curriculum with IB Diploma option. Registration MYR 2,000. Deposit MYR 3,000. Bus MYR 3,500-6,000/year. Uniforms MYR 500-800. Part of Sunway Education Group. Within Sunway City integrated township.
Canadian, IB
IB Diploma
limited
Recommended neighborhoods
Bandar Sunway, Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya, USJ
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Kuala Lumpur
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Ontario (Canadian) curriculum with IB Diploma option. Registration MYR 2,000. Deposit MYR 3,000. Bus MYR 3,500-6,000/year. Uniforms MYR 500-800. Part of Sunway Education Group. Within Sunway City integrated township.
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