The British International School of Kuala Lumpur
International School in Kuala Lumpur
Quick answer
The British International School of Kuala Lumpur (BSKL second registry) serves 1,450 students from 63 nationalities aged 2 to 18 in Tropicana, Selangor. Part of the Nord Anglia Education group, the school delivers the National Curriculum of England with IGCSE and A Level pathways, accredited by COBIS, FOBISIA and CIE. Tuition $11,999-$25,981 per year. Leading British international school in Malaysia with Nord Anglia network sister-school transfer pathways.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $11,999–$25,981/yr published in MYR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 22 (max 24) Kuala Lumpur international school · 1,450 students total.
- 63 nationalities top: Malaysian.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 school day starts at 7.45am.
- Accreditations: COBIS, FOBISIA, CIE verified.
1,450
63 (Malaysian)
22 avg / 24 max
Rolling
COBIS, FOBISIA, CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels
About The British International School of Kuala Lumpur
BSKL is part of the Nord Anglia Education (NAE) family, the world’s leading premium schools organisation with more than 80 international schools located in over 30 countries around the world. The school provides a stimulating environment and the warm and welcoming approach to students, parents and staff is a signature experience. Excellent facilities across all disciplines highlight the school’s commitment to both curricular and extra-curricular activities. This is enhanced through collaborations with the world’s best - Juilliard, MIT and UNICEF. 100% of teachers hold international teaching qualifications from well-regarded institutions and all staff have access to unique professional development opportunities.
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) | $11,999 – $25,981 |
| Annual tuition (MYR) | RM56395-RM122110 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $20,640(+9%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $22,140 |
| Cost position in Kuala Lumpur | 99th percentile(premium tier) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE and A Level
IGCSE 2019/20: A* - A - 81%, A* - B - 94% A Levels 2019/20: A* - A - 86%, A* - B - 92%, Pass rate - 100%
Spanish, Mandarin, French and Bahasa
We have learning support teachers and teaching assistants who assist these students in conjunction with the class lessons.
Yes
Yes
7.45am – 3.10pm
Yes
Yes
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
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: Malaysian
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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