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UCSI International School Kuala Lumpur

UCSI International School Kuala Lumpur appears to be a British curriculum school operating in the Cheras area with extremely limited visibility in Kuala Lumpur's competitive international education market. While the school maintains some online presence and social media activity, it…


Curriculum
British, IPC
Fees, annual
MYR 23–49k
Ages
3 to 16
Pupils
Est. 450
Founded
2021

Operating in Cheras under the broader UCSI Group umbrella, the school follows British curriculum pathways and markets itself as offering a 'global classroom' experience with teachers from 17+ nationalities. Social media posts highlight student activities and teacher profiles, suggesting active programming, though specific enrollment numbers, fee structures, and academic outcomes remain largely undocumented in public discussions. The school appears to serve students across primary and secondary levels with emphasis on experiential education and co-curricular activities.

The institution's connection to UCSI University, a well-established Malaysian higher education provider founded in 1986, potentially offers some educational infrastructure support. However, unlike Kuala Lumpur's tier-one international schools such as ISKL, Alice Smith School, Garden International School, or BSKL that dominate parent conversations and expatriate forums, UCSI International School maintains an extremely low profile in the city's education market, suggesting it serves a very specialized community rather than competing for the broader international expatriate population.

Strengths

  • Teachers from 17+ nationalities providing international perspectives
  • Located in Cheras area with potential accessibility for families in that corridor
  • Connection to established UCSI University group
  • Active social media presence showing student engagement

Considerations

  • Extremely limited visibility in expatriate education discussions
  • No available data on academic outcomes or university placements
  • Fee structure and admission requirements not publicly documented
  • Minimal independent parent reviews or testimonials available
  • Operating outside the mainstream international school conversation in KL

Academics

2025 IGCSE Results: 100% Passing Rate; 45% achieved 5A /A and above; 50% attained A /A; 70% attained A /B; 90% attained A /C (UCSI International School KL). IB results and specific university destinations: Not published.

School life

CCAs include: Fun Art, Acting Workshop, Robothink (Robotics), Rhythmic Gymnastics, Forensic Investigation, Music Academy. Specific sports mentioned in school materials include: Futsal, Basketball, Badminton, Swimming, Squash (UCSI International School KL, UCSI University Campus Info). Competitive teams and notable achievements: Not published.

Campus Facilities: eSports Lab, Futsal Court, Playground, Multi-purpose Hall, Multi-purpose Sports Court, Squash Court, Library, Cooking Lab, Integrated Science Lab, Computer Lab, Music Room, Gym Room, Canteen, Early Years, Primary and Secondary Classrooms (UCSI International School KL). Campus size is approximately 20 acres, shared with UCSI University (UCSI University Campus Info). Theatre/Auditorium capacity and swimming pool dimensions: Not published.

Student body

Total enrolment: Approximately 450 students (Teacher Horizons). Number of nationalities: Not published (mentions "diversity is at the heart" and "students representing many countries" without a specific count). Student-teacher ratio: Not published.


Fee Age Type Amount
Reception 1-2 5 Annual MYR 23,250
Year 1 5 Annual MYR 33,000
Year 2 6 Annual MYR 36,150
Year 3 7 Annual MYR 36,150
Year 4-6 8 Annual MYR 38,100
Year 7-8 11 Annual MYR 45,300
Year 9-11 13 Annual MYR 49,200
Application Fee One-time MYR 1,200
Student Visa Application Fee One-time MYR 1,400
Guardian Visa Application Fee One-time MYR 1,500
Administration Fee One-time MYR 4,000
Registration Fee One-time MYR 5,000

  • Parent comments are polarised: some families praise friendly teachers, activities, transition support, and reasonable fees, while one parent reports unresolved bullying and weak supervision.
  • Pick-up and traffic management are a consistent practical complaint, even in positive parent comments.
  • Staff comments praise colleagues and students, but also mention limited outdoor facilities, a shared site, low pay concerns, and leadership issues.

Head of school

Iain Slade

Iain Slade is an experienced international educator from the UK, with over 28 years of diverse experience in successful schools across the UK and internationally.

Accreditations

  • Cambridge Assessment International Education accredited no rating 01
  • Apple Distinguished School 02
  • AIMS Association of International Malaysian Schools 03

  • IGCSE 2024 average A* / A 52%
  • IB Diploma 2024 average 38 points

Lot 12734, Jalan Choo Lip Kung, Taman Taynton View, 56000 Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

School website