Islamic International Schools in Malaysia

Last updated 21 July 2026

About international schools in Malaysia

If you're researching international schools in Malaysia offering Islamic, this page lists every school we know of and lets you sort, filter and compare them — without school marketing in the way. The most common curriculum is British Curriculum, taught by 1 of the schools below. Annual tuition spans roughly 14,100–29,900 MYR, with the average sitting around 22,000. Schools range from new openings to long-established names like Spectrum International School (opened 2016).

Compare 1 Islamic international schools in Malaysia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average MYR 22,000), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 1 schools · avg fee MYR 22,000

Schools listed: 1
Curricula: 7
Average annual fee: MYR 22,000
Fee range: MYR 14,100 – 29,900
Most common curriculum: British Curriculum (1 schools)
Average school size: 800 pupils
Largest by enrolment: Spectrum International School
Oldest: Spectrum International School (2016)

1 international school in Kuala Lumpur

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Spectrum International School

British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary) · Ages 3 to 18

MYR 14,100 - 29,900

Ages 3 to 18 years

British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Islamic Curriculum

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FAQs for Malaysia

How many international schools are in Malaysia?

Malaysia has over 150 international schools, with major clusters in Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, and Penang.

What is the average cost of international schools in Malaysia?

Annual tuition typically ranges from RM 20,000 to RM 100,000, depending on location, curriculum, and year group.

Which Malaysian cities have the most international schools?

Kuala Lumpur leads, followed by Johor Bahru and Penang.

Are boarding schools common in Malaysia?

Yes, particularly in Johor Bahru and Penang, with both weekly and full boarding available.

Are boarding facilities available in Malaysia’s international schools?

Yes, several schools offer boarding, especially in Kuala Lumpur (KL), Johor Bahru (JB) and Penang.

Do Malaysia’s international schools accept students year-round?

Many offer rolling admissions, but popular schools may have deadlines for certain grades.

Which curriculum is most popular in Malaysia?

The British curriculum is most common, followed by IB and Australian programmes, with some American options.

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