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Elc International School Kuala Lumpur
The school operates from a Cyberjaya campus delivering the National Curriculum for England through IGCSEs and A Levels.
In brief
The school operates from a Cyberjaya campus delivering the National Curriculum for England through IGCSEs and A-Levels, with fees ranging from RM18,000 annually for Early Years to approximately RM51,000 for Year 11 before service tax. ELC emphasizes stability through its Board of Directors and Senior Management Committee, offering 5% sibling discounts and fixed fee structures reviewed only every two years. The academic program follows the standard British pathway with three terms from September to July.
Student reviews reveal mixed experiences, with some appreciating the learning environment while others report bullying incidents and inconsistent teaching quality. Parent discussions on expat forums suggest the school has waiting lists and operates two campuses around the KL area, indicating reasonable demand. However, ELC maintains a lower profile compared to established Kuala Lumpur international schools like ISKL, Alice Smith, or Garden International School, with limited detailed parent feedback available online.
Strengths
- No annual fee increases with transparent pricing structure
- 5% sibling discount on basic term fees
- British curriculum pathway through IGCSEs and A-Levels
- Waiting lists suggest reasonable demand
- Two campus locations around KL area
- Fixed fee reviews only every two years
Considerations
- Student reports of bullying incidents
- Mixed feedback on teaching quality
- Limited parent discussion compared to tier-one KL schools
- No IB programme option
- 6% service tax applies to fees above RM60,000 annually
- Lower profile in expat education forums
Academics
IGCSE (2025, Cyberjaya): 69% Distinctions (A /A). elc International School IGCSE (2024, Combined): 75% A /A. elc International School IGCSE (2023-2024 distribution): Cyberjaya - 51.3% A , 70.9% A /A, 88.0% A -B, 98.7% A -C; Sungai Buloh - 46.8% A , 78% A /A, 93.2% A -B, 97% A -C.
School life
Sports: Football, Basketball, Badminton, Swimming. Programmes: Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award (Silver/Gold), Junior Award Scheme for Schools (JASS). Clubs & Societies: Interact Club, Prefects.
Campus Size: 6 acres (Sungai Buloh). Buildings: 4 purpose-built buildings. Sports: Swimming pool, Sports field, Basketball court, Badminton court, Playground.
Student body
Total Enrollment: 627 students at Sungai Buloh campus (2023); approximately 1,150 students across both campuses. Nationalities: 33 nationalities; 50% Malaysian heritage. Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:9.
Fees
Annual fees
| Year level | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Early Years | 3 | MYR 18,000 |
| Reception | 5 | MYR 19,500 |
| Year 1 | 5 | MYR 21,000 |
| Year 2 | 6 | MYR 24,000 |
| Year 3 | 7 | MYR 27,000 |
| Year 4 | 8 | MYR 30,000 |
| Year 5 | 9 | MYR 33,000 |
| Year 6 | 10 | MYR 36,000 |
| Year 7 | 11 | MYR 39,000 |
| Year 8 | 12 | MYR 42,000 |
| Year 9 | 13 | MYR 45,000 |
| Year 10 | 14 | MYR 48,000 |
| Year 11 | 15 | MYR 51,000 |
| Year 12 | 16 | MYR 51,000 |
| Year 13 | 17 | MYR 51,000 |
One-time fees
| Item | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Application (A-Levels) | MYR 250 | |
| Registration (Early Years-Year 11) | MYR 1,000 | |
| Registration (A-Levels) | MYR 1,500 | |
| Admission (Year 1-11) | MYR 8,000 |
Reviews
- Cyberjaya campus serves age 3 to 18 on a British curriculum, inside the Cyberjaya / Putrajaya tech-corridor commute.
- Parent and pupil reviews split. Multiple 5-star reviews praise dedicated teachers and a conducive environment; one detailed parent post calls the teaching style oppressive, the staff behaviour abusive, and reports a child still seeing a psychologist after a teacher experience.
- Teacher reviews are small in number and mixed.
- Several Malaysian parents recommend the Cyberjaya / Putrajaya cluster as good-and-affordable for young families with a car, naming ELC as a tier-one option in that cluster.
- Aggregate independent score is around across a small pool, which reads as polarised rather than weak.
Positives
- Cyberjaya location and value. KL parents flag the Cyberjaya / Putrajaya cluster as a strong, affordable option for car-owning families.
Considerations
- Polarised parent reviews. Strong 5-star praise for teachers and environment alongside a sharply negative parent account alleging oppressive teaching and lasting harm to a child.
- Teacher experience. Glassdoor pool is small; reviews mix positive and critical accounts, with management quality flagged in negative reviews.
Leadership
Asha Kaloo
Fathima Rezlana is a seasoned educational leader with 14 years of experience in teaching and administration across international schools in Malaysia.
Accreditations
- ISQM Gold Outstanding rating, Education Development Trust, valid to 2028[ 01
- No CIS, WASC, NEASC, COBIS/BSO published 02
- FOBISIA, AIMS, Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, JASS[ 03
- No EARCOS, Round Square, SEASAC, Apple Distinguished School, HPL, Eco-Schools published 04
Academic results
- Result IGCSE 78% A*-A 2024
- Result IGCSE 82% A*-A 2025