Sunway International School, Iskandar Puteri
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$12K - US$20K
Curriculum: Canadian · IB
Age Range: 5-18
Students: ~500
Location: Iskandar Puteri, Johor Bahru
Updated April 2026
In Brief
SISJ is the most accessible option of the three for self-funding families, with Canadian and IB curriculum on a modern campus inside Sunway City. Ask about class sizes and how the transition from PYP to MYP works in practice.
Sunway International School Iskandar Puteri (SISJ) is part of the Sunway Education Group, a non-profit governed by the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation, which gives it a degree of institutional stability that proprietary schools don't always offer. The campus sits inside Sunway City, a planned integrated development with good amenities on the doorstep. The curriculum blends Canadian Ontario with the IB PYP, MYP and Diploma - a combination that works well for internationally mobile families who may move between countries mid-education.
At around 500 students from Kindergarten through Grade 12, SISJ is a smaller school where teachers and families describe knowing one another by name. The principal, Kimberly Percy, is described in school communications as visible and accessible. Fees in 2025 start at MYR 55,000 for Years 1-4 and reach MYR 95,000 for IBDP - significantly below MCM's headline rates, though one-time costs (registration plus deposit) add MYR 11,600-12,600 at entry.
The school is relatively young compared to MCM and RAS, and the IBDP cohort at pre-university level is small. One student review noted that facilities felt limited for the fee level in the early years of operation; it's worth visiting to assess current investment. The Sunway City location in Iskandar Puteri is convenient for families based in that corridor but adds commute time from central Johor Bahru.
What parents value
- –Non-profit governance under the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation; part of a well-established Malaysian education group with multiple campuses.
- –Canadian and IB curriculum combination offers continuity for internationally mobile families across school systems worldwide.
- –Fees are the most accessible of the three top-tier Iskandar Puteri schools for self-funding families, with transparent published schedules.
Points of consideration
- –Smaller school means smaller IBDP cohort at pre-university level; ask about subject choice breadth and university placement outcomes.
- –Facility investment and campus development are worth asking about - visit during a normal school day to assess current state.
- –Sunway City location is practical for residents of Iskandar Puteri and Nusajaya, but adds 30-40 minutes from central Johor Bahru at peak times.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Years 1 - 4 (Kindergarten - Primary) | 5 | 13,636 |
| Years 5 - 6 (Primary) | 9 | 16,115 |
| Years 7 - 9 (Secondary) | 11 | 17,355 |
| Years 10 - 11 (IGCSE) | 14 | 19,834 |
| IB Diploma Programme (Years 1 - 2) | 16 | 23,553 |
Fees converted from MYR. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration (initial application) | 248 |
| Registration balance (on acceptance) | 1,388 |
| Deposit (refundable) | 1,240 |
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Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's year group.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
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Student Body
Johor Bahru's international schools serve families relocating for work in the Iskandar Malaysia corridor, Singapore-based parents seeking lower fees, and locally-based families choosing an international track. Contact the school for current enrolment and nationality breakdown.
Leadership
Kimberly Percy
Kimberly Percy is Principal of the Sunway City Iskandar Puteri campus. She is described in school communications as visible and hands-on, with a focus on inclusive, community-centred education.