Kingsgate International School

Located in Seri Kembangan, the school offers accessible education within Malaysia’s urban Klang Valley region.

The school is situated within a residential and retail development, and it benefits from strategic partnerships with the surrounding community. Transport links are available, with bus and MRT & LRT routes providing access to nearby areas like Bukit Jalil and Serdang Raya Selatan.

The school is divided into Toddler (Daycare) Class, Nursery & Kindergarten, Primary School, and Secondary School levels.

KGIS is a co-educational international school that does not offer boarding.

KGIS aims to cater to diverse student needs, with academic staff experienced in supporting both conventional and special needs students within inclusive classroom settings.

The school is affiliated with Malaysia.

KGIS does not have a religious affiliation.

The school day typically begins at 8:00 AM. Pre-Nursery students conclude their school day at 12:00 PM. Students in Years 1 to 13 have their school day conclude at 3:15 PM. The school also provides lunches.

KGIS provides a school bus service for students. The service aims to provide safe, reliable, and convenient transportation to and from school. The bus routes serve several neighborhoods close to the school.

The school follows an International British curriculum, designed to foster inquiry and critical thinking across all stages. In the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for Pre-Nursery, Nursery, and Reception (ages 2-5), the curriculum focuses on fundamental areas such as Communication and Language, Physical Development, Personal, Social & Emotional Development, Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts & Design.

Primary School (Years 1-6, ages 5-11) follows the Cambridge Primary Education framework, covering subjects like English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, IT, Music, Art, PE, and Languages including Bahasa and Mandarin.

For Secondary School (Years 7-13, ages 11-18), students progress through Cambridge Secondary Education. Years 7-9 (Key Stage 3) undertake a middle school curriculum, while Years 10-11 (Key Stage 4) follow the IGCSE Secondary Pathway, leading to IGCSE qualifications. Subsequently, Years 12-13 pursue A-Levels, preparing students for further studies globally.

KGIS aims to develop students' social, emotional, physical, and intellectual well-being. The school incorporates Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through its curriculum, particularly within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) where "Personal, Social & Emotional Development" is a core subject.

The school does not present itself as a specialist SEN institution although it aims to provide personalized support within an inclusive learning environment, acknowledging that students have differing paces, styles, and needs. Specific details regarding dedicated SEN provisions, specialized staff roles, or the precise types of Special Educational Needs it can support are not publicly available.

The school provides language support for students who are not yet fluent in English. The school employs dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) teachers who work to design and deliver targeted language instruction. This support is offered to individual students or small groups, and EAL teachers collaborate with classroom teachers to ensure students are supported across the curriculum as they acquire English proficiency.

KGIS considers the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of each student as part of its educational approach. However, specific provisions, dedicated programs, or identified staff roles solely focused on mental wellbeing support for students are not publicly available.

KGIS manages safeguarding and child protection primarily through a comprehensive 12-Point School Security Plan. This plan details various provisions to ensure student safety on campus. Key measures include a secure compound with fences, gates, and electronic access manned by screened security personnel. All staff are thoroughly vetted and trained in security measures, while students receive training on being security-conscious. The school also employs strict visitor screening, requires identification tags for all individuals, and uses CCTV surveillance across the campus. Dedicated policies are also in place for student drop-off zones, leave procedures, and a central security alarm system with regular fire evacuation and lock-down drills.

Submit your application and fee. Parents can apply online or in-person by sending a completed application form and necessary documents to the admissions email.

Complete the admissions assessment. For students applying to Nursery and Reception, this involves an interview with an admissions staff member or Kindergarten teacher. Applicants for Year 1 to Year 5 will undergo an assessment test in Mathematics and English, followed by an interview.

Receive offer and confirm enrolment. Once the admissions assessment is successfully completed and the application fee is paid, the school will issue an Offer Letter. There is generally no set deadline for registration, and students can join after the academic year begins for most year levels, although some restrictions may apply for IGCSE and A-Level students to ensure preparedness for examinations.

KGIS offers scholarship opportunities to eligible students, including the Kingsgate Edusave Bursary Awards and various merit-based scholarships.

The Kingsgate Edusave Bursary Awards, launched in April 2023, are available for students in Years 7 to 10 and offer a 10-50% discount on tuition fees, with a tenure of one to five years based on both merit and demonstrated financial need. Selection for these bursaries is determined by the KGIS Bursary Board, considering academic reports, co-curricular achievements, and parental income tax returns.

The school also offers scholarships for academic excellence, sports, and arts, generally open to students aged 7-16 years. These require high academic achievement, English fluency, active participation in co-curricular activities, good communication skills, and leadership attributes, along with an interview and entrance tests.

KGIS does not operate a waitlist system. Students are generally able to join at various points throughout the academic year, provided their admission is approved by the principal.