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Paragon Private School
Cambridge IGCSE + Malaysian curriculum school in Plentong (Masai/Plentong area).
Fees
Annual fees
| Year level | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Primary (Private / Malaysian Syllabus) | 7 | MYR 36,000 |
| Primary (International / Cambridge) | 7 | MYR 60,000 |
| Secondary (Private / Malaysian Syllabus) | 13 | MYR 48,000 |
| Secondary (International / Cambridge IGCSE) | 13 | MYR 72,000 |
One-time fees
| Item | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Application | MYR 300 | |
| Registration | MYR 1,000 | |
| Deposit (refundable) | MYR 4,175 |
Reviews
- The leading independent signal on Paragon Private comes from teacher reviews and Indeed, which average low and centre on management and workload rather than curriculum.
- Recurring teacher complaints describe heavy unfunded duties (relief lessons, remedials, CCAs and teaching outside their subject), restrictive leave policies and weak compensation; positives are colleague support and a relatively early finish.
- A r/Internationalteachers thread maps Johor Bahru's school market and places Paragon on the eastern side of JB alongside Invictus Spring Hills, Crescendo-HELP and Austin Heights, well below Marlborough College Malaysia.
- Among parent reviews on the International Schools Database, sentiment is split: some report academic and confidence gains, but one parent withdrew their child citing depression and a fee dispute that ended up reported to the Ministry of Education, and another flagged deteriorating campus condition and leadership concerns.
Positives
- Parent satisfaction at the affordable end. Parents who stay tend to praise affordability, attentive teachers and visible progress in their children's English and confidence.
Considerations
- Position in Johor Bahru's market. Reddit places Paragon in the eastern JB school cluster, below Marlborough College Malaysia and Raffles American.
- Teacher experience. Glassdoor and Indeed reviews flag heavy workload, restrictive leave, weak pay and management not understanding teacher load.
- Serious individual complaints. One parent describes withdrawing a child after depression symptoms and an unresolved fee dispute escalated to the Ministry of Education; another flags deteriorating buildings.
Leadership
Ms Elynn Pang
Ms. Elynn Pang is an educator with extensive experience in education management. She is skilled in strategic planning and well-versed in educational technology. Known for her keen observational and analytical skills, Ms. Elynn excels at identifying challenges and implementing innovative, practical solutions in difficult situations. She is deeply committed to fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment where every student can achieve their full potential. Her strong communication and leadership abilities are crucial in upholding the school’s high standards, policies, and goals.
Accreditations
- MY_JNJK 01
Academic results
- SPM 2024/25 average 20% of students achieved 4 As and above
- SPM 2024/25 average 50% earned at least 1 A
- SPM 2024/25 average 90% qualified to receive the SPM certificate
- IGCSE 2024 average 100% pass rate in Malay and Chinese Language
- IGCSE 2024 average 90% A*/A in Mandarin Chinese
Location
No 3, Jalan Mutiara Utama, Taman Perindustrian Plentong, 81750 Masai, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia