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Mon, 15 June 2026

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R E A L International School Cheras Campus Kuala Lumpur

As REAL Schools' pioneer campus established in 1985, the Cheras location sits on 10 acres in Hulu Langat and follows British curriculum pathways. The school achieved a 5 star rating under the international schools category of the 2018 SKIPS (Standard Kualiti Institusi Pendidikan Swasta) assessment, indicating government recognition of educational quality.

R E A L International School Cheras Campus Kuala Lumpur campus
R E A L International School Cheras Campus Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur. Photograph · School

Curriculum
British
Fees, annual
MYR 15k–21k
Ages
4 to 16
Pupils
Est. 300
Founded
1986

As REAL Schools' pioneer campus established in 1985, the Cheras location sits on 10 acres in Hulu Langat and follows British curriculum pathways. The school achieved a 5-star rating under the international schools category of the 2018 SKIPS (Standard Kualiti Institusi Pendidikan Swasta) assessment, indicating government recognition of educational quality. Recent social media discussions highlight that the school employs American-trained teachers who bring international teaching methodologies, including project-based learning approaches that have gained attention for their creativity.

Despite operating for nearly four decades within Malaysia's international education market, REAL International School Cheras maintains minimal presence in typical expatriate family research channels compared to established institutions like ISKL, Alice Smith School, or Garden International School. The school appears in some 'top international schools' lists for Kuala Lumpur, suggesting recognition within educational directories, though detailed parent reviews and academic outcome data remain limited. This positioning indicates the school may serve primarily local Malaysian families seeking international curriculum options rather than competing broadly for expatriate enrollment.

Strengths

  • Pioneer campus with nearly 40 years of educational experience since 1985
  • Spacious 10-acre campus setting in Hulu Langat area
  • 5-star SKIPS rating from Malaysian government in 2018
  • Employs American-trained teachers with international qualifications
  • Part of established REAL Schools network across Malaysia

Considerations

  • Limited visibility in expatriate family discussions and parent forums
  • Minimal available information about specific facilities and academic outcomes
  • Location in Hulu Langat may require personal transport from central Kuala Lumpur
  • Less recognition compared to tier-one international schools in KL market

Annual fees

Year level Age Fee
Full Day (Early Years) 3 MYR 14,850
Primary 1 6 MYR 17,130
Primary 2 6 MYR 17,240
Primary 3 6 MYR 18,340
Primary 4 6 MYR 18,540
Primary 6 6 MYR 18,600
Primary 5 6 MYR 18,600
Secondary 1 12 MYR 19,800
Secondary 2 12 MYR 20,150
Secondary 3 12 MYR 20,410
Secondary 5 12 MYR 21,430
Secondary 4 12 MYR 21,430

One-time fees

Item Age Fee
Application Fee MYR 150


Leadership

Cheli Tamilselvam

Fathima Rezlana is a seasoned educational leader with 14 years of experience in teaching and administration across international schools in Malaysia.

Accreditations

  • Council of International Schools 01
  • New England Association of Schools and Colleges 02

  • Top in Malaysia – Chemistry Chan Wen Jea
  • Top in the World – Additional Mathematics Chan Wen Jea
  • Top in the World – Mathematics (Without Coursework) Chan Wen Jea
  • Top in the World – Additional Mathematics Liew Ee Than

Lot 217, Batu 13, Jalan Hulu Langat,, 43100 Hulu Langat, Selangor, Malaysia

School website