Knewton Global Schools vs Lodge International School
Knewton Global Schools and Lodge International School are both in Sarawak. Both schools offer British and Cambridge IGCSE programmes. Knewton Global Schools also offers IPC and Malaysian, and Lodge International School also offers Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels. Published annual fees are MYR 11,340 - 23,400 at Knewton Global Schools and MYR 7,340 - 20,000 at Lodge International School, which puts Knewton Global Schools roughly 27% higher. Knewton Global Schools takes pupils from 3 to 16, and Lodge International School from 7 to 18. Lodge International School is the larger school, with around 700 pupils to Knewton Global Schools's 240. Both keep typical class sizes around 25.
IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Malaysian Curriculum
Curriculum
British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils
Pupils
240
Pupils
700
Typical class size
Typical class size
25
Typical class size
25
Instruction language
Instruction language
English, Malay
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
2011
Opened
1953
Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
Yes
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Knewton Global Schools is located along Jalan Desa Senadin in the Senadin township, on the northern edge of Miri, Sarawak. The school is positioned near Curtin University Malaysia, which is a key educational and residential zone within the area. It is also close to commercial spots like E-Mart Riam and Tamu Desa Senadin.
The school is accessible by car, school transport (if arranged), or local taxis and e-hailing services like Grab. The Jalan Lutong-Kuala Baram road, a key arterial road in the city, connects Senadin to the main parts of Miri, including the city centre and Miri Airport.
Location
Lodge International School is located in Tabuan Desa, a well-established suburban neighborhood in Kuching, Sarawak. The campus sits along Lorong Keranji 4E, just off Jalan Keranji, and is close to residential areas such as Tabuan Heights, BDC, and Taman Hui Sing. It is approximately 15 minutes from Kuching city centre and is easily accessed via Jalan Song and Jalan Tun Jugah. The school is near popular amenities including Giant Hypermarket, Vivacity Megamall, and public parks. Public buses and ride-sharing services operate in this area, and it’s a convenient commute for families living in southeast Kuching.
Stages
Stages
Knewton Global Schools is divided into Early Years, Primary School and Secondary School.
Stages
Lodge International School offers education for Primary, Lower Secondary, Upper Secondary and A-Level.
School type
School type
Knewton Global Schools is a co-educational day school. Boarding facilities are not offered.
School type
The school is a co-educational day school and it does not offer boarding facilities.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
Knewton Global Schools provides a range of support services to assist student adjustment and learning. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available for students who are not native English speakers, with tailored guidance from a dedicated coordinator. New students are paired with peers through a buddy system to help them transition smoothly into school life. The school encourages participation in co-curricular activities, such as sports and creative clubs, to support well-rounded development. Students also have opportunities to take on leadership roles through the House system and student governance.
Additional learning support
The school provides individualized attention where each student is well cared for under the guidance of disciplined, experienced, and dedicated teachers. This approach ensures that individual student needs are addressed effectively.
Lodge also integrates the latest ICT tools into its teaching and learning processes. The Lodge Information System allows for continuous monitoring and assessment of student performance, enabling timely interventions and support.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
The school has no formal affiliation with any country.
Country affiliation
The school does not have a country affiliation.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
Knewton Global Schools operates as a secular institution.
Religious affiliation
Lodge International School is a secular institution without any religious affiliation.
School day structure
School day structure
The school does not have publicly available information on their day structure.
School day structure
Primary School 8.00am to 3.30 pm
Lower Secondary 8.00 am to 3.30 pm
Senior School 7.30 am to 4.00 pm
Bus service details
Bus service details
The school does not offer a bus service.
Bus service details
The school does offer a bus service.
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Preschool (Nursery, Reception, Foundation) – Malaysian National Curriculum
Application Fee: RM500 One-time, non-refundable. Payable upon submission of application. Registration Fee: RM1,200 One-time, non-refundable. Payable upon acceptance of offer. Deposit: Equivalent to one term’s tuition fee Refundable with one full term’s written notice of withdrawal.
Note: The academic year is divided into three terms.
Pro-Rated Fees for Mid-Term Admissions:
Students joining in Weeks 1–4: 100% of term fee payable Students joining in Weeks 5–8: 70% of term fee payable Students joining after Week 8: 40% of term fee payable
International Curriculum (British) – Primary & Secondary Levels
Application Fee: RM1,000 One-time, non-refundable. Payable upon submission of application. Registration Fee: RM3,500 One-time, non-refundable. Payable upon acceptance of offer. Deposit: Equivalent to one term’s tuition fee Refundable with one full term’s written notice of withdrawal.
Tuition Fees (per term):
Year 1 (Age 5): RM8,290 Year 2 (Age 6): RM8,290 Year 3 (Age 7): RM9,660 Year 4 (Age 8): RM9,660 Year 5 (Age 9): RM9,660 Year 6 (Age 10): RM9,660 Year 7 (Age 11): RM12,405 Year 8 (Age 12): RM12,405 Year 9 (Age 13): RM12,405 Year 10 (Age 14): RM13,530 Year 11 (Age 15): RM13,530
Note: The academic year is divided into three terms.
Pro-Rated Fees for Mid-Term Admissions:
Students joining in Weeks 1–4: 100% of term fee payable Students joining in Weeks 5–8: 70% of term fee payable Students joining after Week 8: 40% of term fee payable
Refund Policy 1.Non-Refundable Fees: The application and registration fees are non-refundable.
2.Deposit Refund: The deposit, equivalent to one term's tuition fee, is refundable only if a full term's written notice of withdrawal is provided.
The school does not have their payment methods publicly available.
Fee details
Registration & Assessment Fees Registration Fee: RM 500 (non-refundable, unless school can't offer place by 31 Jan or student fails assessment)
Assessment Test Fee: RM 100 (non-refundable, for students required to sit an entrance test)
School Fees – Malaysian Students (Annual) Year 2–6: RM 6,140 Year 7–8: RM 7,660 Year 9: RM 9,160 Year 10–11 (O-Level): RM 14,000 Year 12–13 (A-Level): RM 16,000
School Fees – Non-Malaysian Students (Annual) Year 2–6: RM 7,340 Year 7–8: RM 9,180 Year 9: RM 10,960 Year 10–11 (O-Level): RM 16,500 Year 12–13 (A-Level): RM 20,000
Refund Policy 1 month's written notice required for withdrawal, else an extra full term's fee is charged
Withdraw before mid-term (50% term fee refund)
Withdraw after mid-term (no refund)
No refunds for students who don’t complete full O-Level (2 years/8 terms) or A-Level (1.5 years/6 terms)
Commitment fee forfeited for incomplete programme
Payment Methods Cheques only Cheques must be crossed and payable to: PERSATUAN SEKOLAH LODGE
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Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
Knewton Global Schools offers two distinct academic pathways from early years through secondary: the British International Curriculum and the Malaysian National Curriculum.
The international stream follows the British educational model, beginning with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) in the early and primary years. Students then transition to the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme in Years 7 to 9, and ultimately prepare for the Cambridge IGCSE examinations at the end of Year 11. Instruction is delivered in English, with additional support for non-native speakers.
The Malaysian national stream follows the official curriculum set by the Ministry of Education Malaysia, taught primarily in Malay. This pathway covers Standard 1 through Form 5, ending with the national SPM examination. Subjects include core academic disciplines as well as local language and moral studies.
Students across both streams participate in co-curricular activities, community service projects, and cultural events, contributing to a well-rounded school experience regardless of curriculum path.
Curriculum details
Lodge International School follows the British National Curriculum from Year 2 through Year 13, offering students a progressive education aligned with the UK schooling model. In Years 2 to 9, students study core and foundation subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, and Art, based on the Key Stage frameworks. This stage emphasizes the development of literacy, numeracy, inquiry-based learning, and personal responsibility.
From Year 10 to Year 11, students transition into the Cambridge IGCSE programme, where they take a range of compulsory and elective subjects, and sit for externally assessed examinations. At the pre-university level (Years 12 and 13), the school offers the Cambridge International A-Level programme, allowing students to specialize in three or four subjects depending on their academic goals and university requirements. Lodge is a registered Cambridge International Examination Centre, which means all assessments are conducted on-site in line with Cambridge guidelines.
1. Campus Visit. Prospective families are encouraged to visit the school to get a feel for the environment and ask any questions about the curriculum or student life.
2. Application Submission Complete and submit the application form along with the required documents, which include:
Student’s birth certificate and passport (for non-Malaysians) or MyKid (for Malaysians) Parent’s passport or MyKad Previous school reports Medical and immunization records One passport-sized photograph
3. Assessment. An entry assessment is scheduled, which may include the Cognitive Abilities Test (CAT4) for certain year groups. Early Years applicants undergo classroom observations.
4. Offer & Enrollment. If the assessment is successful, an offer letter is issued. Parents must then submit the acceptance form and pay the registration fee, deposit, and term fees to secure the place.
5. Orientation. Before the start of the academic year, orientation details, including information about uniforms and transportation, are provided.
Admissions
1. Download and complete the application form from the school's website. Submit the form along with the required documents, which include: A copy of the student's birth certificate A copy of the student's MyKad or passport Two recent passport-sized photographs A copy of the parent's MyKad or passport
2. An assessment may be conducted to determine the student's academic level and appropriate class placement.
3. Successful applicants will receive an offer letter. Acceptance of the offer requires payment of the necessary fees, including a refundable membership fee to the Lodge School Association.
4. Upon acceptance, the student will be officially enrolled, and further details regarding orientation and class placement will be provided.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Knewton Global Schools provides scholarships through the SiWu Scholarship Programme, managed by its parent organization, Bonanza Educare. This programme is designed to support students who demonstrate exceptional achievements in academics, creative arts, sports, leadership, or character.
Scholarships
The school does not have publicly available information on scholarships.
