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Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years
Introduction
Garden International School’s Early Years Centre (EYC) in Desa Sri Hartamas serves children aged 3–5 within the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and a British-based curriculum. Children learn through play while building early literacy and numeracy, supported by specialist lessons and Mandarin as an additional language. A distinctive feature is Jungle School, where classes move outdoors for hands-on exploration; GIS has further expanded nature-play with newly developed, multi-sensory outdoor spaces for its youngest learners. The EYC sits five minutes from the Main Campus in Mont Kiara, easing the transition into GIS’s through-school pathway (3–18). Families can use the school’s bus service, and fee information (including Early Years tuition) is published online. The wider GIS community totals 2,000+ students, with long-established strengths in sport and the arts
1 Jalan 41/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur.
The Essentials
Garden International School Early Years Centre has 2,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.
Location
Garden International School (GIS) has two nearby campuses in Kuala Lumpur: the Early Years Centre in Desa Sri Hartamas and the Main Campus (Primary through Sixth Form) in Mont Kiara. The area is well connected by major expressways and public transit, and is surrounded by an international, expatriate-friendly community with plenty of amenities.
Stages
GIS Early Years Centre educates students from Early Years (ages 3–5).
Type
GIS is a co-educational, day school without boarding facilities.
Additional learning support
While the EYC page doesn’t detail specialized SEN or additional learning provisions, the school broadly provides strong teacher-to-child support and enriched learning environments—both indoors and outdoors—designed to nurture diverse learner needs.
Country affiliation
The school is not affiliated with any country.
Religious affiliation
The school has no religious affiliations.
School day structure
The school day at Garden International School’s Early Years Centre begins at 8:00 am each day. Nursery classes finish at 1:30 pm Monday to Thursday and 12:30 pm on Fridays, while Reception classes end at 1:40 pm Monday to Thursday and 12:40 pm on Fridays.
Bus service
Though not specified exclusively for EYC, the broader GIS network includes a bus service that likely serves the Early Years Centre.
Fees
Annual tuition at Garden International School Early Years Centre ranges from MYR 50,910 to MYR 60,510 for 2026/27.
Tuition Fees Nursery Fee Per Term: RM 16,970 Fee Per Year: RM 50,910
Reception Fee Per Term: RM 20,170 Fee Per Year: RM 60,510
Other Costs and Payment Information Billing Schedule: Fees are billed three times a year, at the start of each academic term. Payment Options: The school accepts payments via bank transfer, cheque, and credit card.
Academics
Garden International School Early Years Centre teaches British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 5.
Curriculum
Garden International School follows the British National Curriculum, tailored for an international setting. At the Early Years Centre (ages 3–5), children engage with the EYFS framework, progressing through Nursery and Reception classes that emphasize play-based learning and development across all areas of early learning.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
At the EYC, Jungle School is a core part of daily learning, where Nursery and Reception children explore a contained jungle environment that encourages communication, resilience, problem-solving, and risk-taking in a natural play context. Teachers and supervising adults support children's reflection and independence, helping develop confidence through hands-on experiences like tree climbing, den building, and nature art. The school does not publicly disclose any additional SEL-specific programmes or dedicated staff roles beyond Jungle School and classroom teacher support.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
GIS is not a specialist SEN institution, but it is responsibly inclusive. The school employs a dedicated Learning Support team—qualified teachers who deliver in-class and additional support across all year groups, tailored to individual student needs, including social, emotional, academic, and physical needs within internal capacity.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
There is no publicly available information on EAL provisions specifically for the Early Years Centre. The school does not currently detail EAL support programs, staff, or initiatives for Nursery or Reception.
Mental Wellbeing
While there is a general belief at GIS in supporting children’s wellbeing via pastoral care and counsellors across the school, there is no publicly disclosed information on mental wellbeing programmes, staff, or initiatives specific to the Early Years Centre.
Safeguarding
There is no publicly available information about safeguarding or child protection policies specific to the Early Years Centre. Details on EYC-level procedures or staff for safeguarding are not disclosed on public platforms.
Admissions
Admissions
The Early Years Centre follows a British-based curriculum and offers Nursery and Reception (ages 3–5) under the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The learning approach emphasizes learning through play and the development of literacy and numeracy foundations. Mandarin Immersion and Jungle School programmes are part of the Early Years Centre. The campus features immersive outdoor spaces designed for nature-based exploration. Registration is available via Enquire Now or Register Now on the site.
FAQs
What age group does the GIS Early Years Centre serve?
The Early Years Centre serves children aged 3 to 5, covering Nursery and Reception classes within the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
What curriculum does the Early Years Centre follow?
The centre follows a British-based curriculum using the EYFS framework, emphasising play-based learning and development across all areas of early learning.
What is the Jungle School programme?
Jungle School is a distinctive outdoor learning programme where Nursery and Reception children explore a contained jungle environment, encouraging communication, resilience, problem-solving, and risk-taking through hands-on natural play.
Does the Early Years Centre offer Mandarin classes?
Yes, a Mandarin Immersion programme is offered using music, storytelling, art, and interactive dialogue sessions for an immersive learning experience.
What are the tuition fees?
Nursery fees are RM50,910 per year and Reception fees are RM60,510 per year, billed in three terms. A one-time application fee of RM1,500 and registration fee of RM10,000 also apply.
What are the school hours?
School starts at 8:00 AM. Nursery finishes at 1:30 PM Monday to Thursday and 12:30 PM on Fridays. Reception finishes slightly later.
Is there a school bus service?
While not specified exclusively for the EYC, the broader GIS network includes a bus service that likely serves the Early Years Centre.
What accreditations does the school hold?
GIS is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), most recently re-accredited on 6 January 2025, and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
Does the school provide learning support?
GIS employs a dedicated Learning Support team offering in-class and additional support tailored to individual student needs across all year groups.
Where is the Early Years Centre located?
The centre is located in Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur, near the GIS main campus in Mont Kiara.
How do I apply to the Early Years Centre?
Attend an open day or book a tour, submit an application with required documents, and complete the admissions process through the school's admissions team.
Is there a connection to the main GIS campus?
Yes, the Early Years Centre feeds into the GIS main campus in Mont Kiara, where students continue from Year 1 through to Sixth Form with the British curriculum.
