elc International School Sungai Buloh

The school is situated in Sierramas, a residential area in Sungai Buloh, Selangor. It is accessible via the Sungai Buloh MRT and KTM stations, making it convenient for families in the surrounding neighbourhoods.

The school offers education from Early Years (Reception, ages 3–5) through Primary (Years 1–6, ages 5–11), Secondary (Years 7–11, ages 11–16), and Sixth Form (Years 12–13, ages 16–18). Students follow the English National Curriculum, culminating in Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level examinations.

ELC is a co-educational day school

The school does not have a specific Learning Support Unit for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). The school assesses each applicant to determine if it can meet their individual learning needs.

ELC is not affiliated with any particular country.

ELC does not have a specific religious affiliation.

The school day typically begins at 8:15 am and concludes at 3:30 pm from Monday to Thursday. On Fridays, the school day finishes earlier, at 1:10 pm.

The daily schedule includes a morning break (around 30 minutes) and a lunch break (40-50 minutes), with lunch provided by the school canteen.

The Sungai Buloh campus provides a school bus service for students. Transport is operated by external providers but coordinated by the school to ensure safety and coverage of nearby residential areas. Routes and costs are arranged with families during the admissions process, with several pick-up and drop-off points available across Klang Valley.

The ELC International School offers a broad curriculum based on the National Curriculum for England, in conjunction with Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE). This framework is structured across different stages, beginning with the "Foundation Stage" for the final year of kindergarten. The school then progresses through Key Stages for Lower Primary (Key Stage 1), Upper Primary (Key Stage 2), and Secondary School (Key Stages 3 & 4). Students typically pursue IGCSE examinations at the Secondary level. Beyond IGCSEs, the school also provides A-Level qualifications, which are pre-university programmes. This curriculum design aims to offer a continuous educational pathway from primary through to pre-university years.

The school supports students' social and emotional wellbeing through a dedicated Student Welfare Team, which includes a school counsellor. Students can access individual counselling sessions on a voluntary basis, and teachers can also refer students for support with academic, social, behavioural, or psychological concerns. The school also conducts group counselling sessions on topics like self-esteem, social skills, and resilience.

ELC is not a specialist SEN institution and does not have a dedicated Learning Support Unit. The school considers each application on a case-by-case basis to determine if it can provide an appropriate mainstream learning environment for the student.

The school offers additional literacy support to help students who need to improve their English language proficiency to cope with the academic demands of their year group.

The school supports the mental wellbeing of its students through a Counselling Policy and the services of a school counsellor, who is part of the Student Welfare Team. The counsellor offers individual and group counselling sessions to assist students with personal, academic, and social issues, employing various therapeutic interventions. Secondary students can access counselling voluntarily, while primary students' parents are informed prior to sessions.

ELC has a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy in place, which aims to provide a safe learning environment for all students. The policy outlines the school's commitment to protecting children from maltreatment and identifying those at risk. It details procedures for reporting concerns, ensures designated safeguarding staff are available, and includes provisions for staff training and a code of conduct.

1. Families begin by completing the admissions application form. At this stage, parents are asked to provide supporting documents, including school reports and relevant background information. For A-Level applicants, a separate application form with an RM 250 fee is required.

2. Applicants are invited for two full days of assessment, which includes formal testing, classroom participation, and informal observation. The purpose of this step is to determine a student’s academic readiness, English proficiency, and ability to adapt to elc’s structured learning environment.

3. Each applicant attends a short, informal interview with the relevant principal or head of division. This conversation provides an opportunity for school leaders to understand the student’s motivation, personality, and background while giving families a chance to ask specific questions.

4. During the assessment days, students are paired with a “buddy” from their year group to support them through lessons and activities. This helps the admissions team evaluate how the applicant interacts with peers and adapts to classroom routines.

5. The school’s Admissions Selection Committee reviews the full profile: test results, teacher observations, interview notes, and feedback from the trial period. Families are then notified of the outcome in writing, typically within 5–7 working days.

6. Successful applicants receive an offer of place, along with fee payment instructions and an enrolment checklist. Before the student starts, a pre-start meeting with the leadership team is arranged to ensure families are fully briefed about expectations and routines.

The school does not advertise specific scholarship programs for prospective students.

The school operates a waitlist system. If a specific year group has reached its full capacity, students who successfully pass the entrance assessment may be placed on this waitlist. The waiting period can vary, typically ranging from 6 to 18 months. While efforts are made to determine the waitlist order by application and assessment date, sibling admissions may take priority.