Wesley Methodist School Ipoh International vs Westlake International School
Wesley Methodist School Ipoh International and Westlake International School are both in Ipoh, about 34 km apart. Both schools offer Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) and Cambridge IGCSE programmes. Wesley Methodist School Ipoh International also offers Christian, and Westlake International School also offers British and Cambridge A Levels. Published annual fees are MYR 11,100 - 20,190 at Wesley Methodist School Ipoh International and MYR 9,300 - 15,900 at Westlake International School, which puts Wesley Methodist School Ipoh International roughly 24% higher. Wesley Methodist School Ipoh International takes pupils from 6 to 17, and Westlake International School from 3 to 18. The two are similar in size, at around 500 and 600 pupils. Both keep typical class sizes around 25.
Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Christian Curriculum
Curriculum
British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils
Pupils
500
Pupils
600
Typical class size
Typical class size
25
Typical class size
25
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
2008
Opened
2013
Bus service
Bus service
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Bus service
Yes
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Located at 42 Jalan Silibin in northern Ipoh, within a residential neighbourhood approximately 5 km from the city centre. It’s easily reached by public bus (routes A30A/A30B) with stops just a short walk away.
Location
Westlake International School is located in Bandar Barat, Kampar, within a lakeside township adjacent to Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR). Surrounded by hills and greenery, the campus offers a quiet academic environment. It is about 40 minutes southwest of Ipoh, with easy access via Federal Route 1 and the Kampar town centre.
Stages
Stages
The school offers offers Primary and Secondary levels.
Stages
The school covers Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary (IGCSE), and Sixth Form (A Levels).
School type
School type
Wesley Methodist is a co-educational day school, with no boarding facilities.
School type
Westlake is co-educational, with on-campus day and 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
WMSII maintains small class sizes (max 25 students) and uses a differentiated learning model, where teachers tailor lessons to individual strengths and areas for improvement. They offer short-term intervention classes, typically in groups of around 4 students, to support those who need extra academic help. Formal tracking and personalised improvement monitoring allow staff to identify and assist students in need.
Additional learning support
Westlake International School provides targeted academic support through tools like CAT4 ((Cognitive Abilities Test)) and GL Progress Testing, which help identify students' strengths and learning gaps. These assessments guide differentiated instruction in small classes, capped at 25 students, enabling personalized attention. High-performing students benefit from the E-ProP (Extended Programme for Potential), a specialised academic extension programme. For IGCSE and A-Level students, subject mentoring and academic coaching are available to reinforce learning and exam readiness.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
The school is not affiliated with any country.
Country affiliation
Westlake is affiliated with the United Kingdom.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
The school is affiliated with Christianity, founded by Methodist missionaries in 1924; character development and chapel activities are integral.
Religious affiliation
The school does not have any religious affiliation however they do offer a Christian Fellowship.
Differing dismissal times: Early Years finishes at 1 pm while older students remain until 3 pm on specific days.
Bus service details
Bus service details
The school does not offer a bus service.
Bus service details
The school offers a bus service.
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Malaysian Students One-Time Fees: These are payable once at the time of admission and are not refundable.
Application Fee: Year 1–6: RM 200 Year 7–11: RM 400
Registration Fee: Year 1–6: RM 500 Year 7–11: RM 900
Security Deposit (refundable with 4 months’ written notice): Year 1–6: RM 4,500 Year 7–11: RM 5,500
Annual Fees: Year 1–3:
Tuition: RM 11,100 Insurance: RM 30 Total per year: RM 11,130
Year 4–6: Tuition: RM 12,480 Insurance: RM 30 Total per year: RM 12,510
Year 7–9: Tuition: RM 15,630 Insurance: RM 30 Total per year: RM 15,660
Year 10–11: Tuition: RM 17,820 Insurance: RM 30 Total per year: RM 17,850
Non-Malaysian Students One-Time Fees: These are payable once during enrollment and follow the same refund policies.
Application Fee: Year 1–6: RM 300 Year 7–11: RM 500
Registration Fee: Year 1–6: RM 700 Year 7–11: RM 1,100
Security Deposit (refundable): Year 1–6: RM 6,000 Year 7–11: RM 8,000
Annual Fees: Year 1–3: Tuition: RM 12,480 Insurance: RM 30 Total per year: RM 12,510
Year 4–6: Tuition: RM 14,280 Insurance: RM 30 Total per year: RM 14,310
Year 7–9: Tuition: RM 17,820 Insurance: RM 30 Total per year: RM 17,850
Year 10–11: Tuition: RM 20,190 Insurance: RM 30 Total per year: RM 20,220
Refund Policy
Non-Refundable: Application Fee: This is non-refundable and non-transferable. It is a one-time fee, payable when submitting the application form.
Registration Fee: Also non-refundable and non-transferable. Payable upon official registration of the student.
Security Deposit (Refundable with Conditions): The Security Deposit is refundable, but under the following conditions: A written notice of withdrawal must be submitted at least one full term in advance (i.e., 4 months' notice) while the student is still enrolled. This notice must be received and acknowledged by the school. If the notice is not submitted on time, the security deposit will be forfeited. The amount of the deposit increases by level (RM 4,500–8,000) and follows the student’s progression year to year.
Payment Methods WMSII accepts the following methods of payment:
Cheque Bank Transfer
Fee details
One‑Time Enrolment & Application Fees Upon application: a RM 500 application fee is payable.
Upon acceptance, there’s a RM 3,000 enrolment fee.
International students (non-Malaysian passport holders) pay an additional RM 2,500 administration fee upon enrollment.
Academic Tuition Fees (Term-Based, 3 Terms Per Year) Westlake International School offers tuition from Early Years to Year 6 for students aged 5 to 11. Fees are charged per term and payable three times a year.
Early Years (age 5): RM 3,100 per term Year 1 and Year 2: RM 4,630 per term Year 3 and Year 4: RM 5,180 per term Year 5 and Year 6: RM 5,300 per term
Fees are subject to an annual increment of 5% to 15%, and deposits must be topped up yearly based on the student’s progression level.
Boarding Fees Boarding is available in two formats: weekday boarding (5-day stay) and full boarding (7-day stay). Each has its own rate and entitlements.
Weekday Boarding (5 Days/Week): Fee: RM 5,700 per term
Deposit: RM 1,000 (one-time, refundable with one full term’s written notice)
Duration: Sunday 2:30 PM to Friday after school
Meals: Breakfast and dinner daily, with dinner on Sundays
Laundry: Twice weekly
Weekend extension: Available at RM 70 per night, with full 7-day boarder privileges
Full Boarding (7 Days/Week): Fee: RM 6,900 per term
Deposit: RM 1,000 (refundable with proper notice)
Meals: Breakfast and dinner daily, with meal allowance on Saturdays
Laundry: Three times weekly
Return Policy: All boarders must return home during mid-term and end-of-term breaks
A strict one-term notice is required for withdrawal to be eligible for a boarding deposit refund.
E-ProP Programme: RM 1,000 per term (conditionally applicable based on programme placement)
Development Camps (Year 6): RM 300
Discounts & Payment Incentives Sibling Discount: A 15% discount on term tuition fees is granted for each additional sibling enrolled under the same family. The sibling at the highest level pays full fees, and discounts apply to others.
Advance Payment Discount: A 3% tuition discount is offered for full upfront payment of the academic year made by January of that intake year.
Refund Policy Tuition Deposit: Westlake requires a term fee deposit upon enrollment.
This deposit is refundable, but only with one full term’s written notice of withdrawal.
The notice must be submitted before or on the first day of the term in which the student intends to complete their stay.
Failure to provide this notice will result in forfeiture of the deposit.
Boarding Deposit: A one-time RM 1,000 deposit is required for both 5-day and 7-day boarders.
This is refundable, provided a written withdrawal notice is submitted one full term in advance.
If no notice is given, the boarding deposit is non-refundable.
Boarding is not available during mid-term or end-of-term breaks, and students must return home during these periods. Refunds are not granted for unused boarding days or missed excursions.
Payment Methods Bank Transfer Cash Cheque
Late Payment Clause
The school reserves the right to charge late payment interest at 5% per annum on outstanding balances not settled within 15 days of the term start date.
In cases of continued non-payment, the school may refuse entry to students or terminate enrollment without prior notice.
Diving deeper
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
WMSII offers the Cambridge International Curriculum, beginning from Primary (Year 1) through to Secondary (Year 11). The programme includes Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary frameworks, which lead into the globally recognized IGCSE examinations. The school integrates a strong Christian ethos into the learning environment, combining academic with moral education. Students are taught core subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, and Global Perspectives, with elective subjects introduced at upper levels.
Curriculum details
Westlake International School offers the Cambridge International Curriculum across all levels, from Kindergarten through Sixth Form. Students begin with Cambridge Primary (Years 1–6), progress to Lower Secondary (Years 7–9), and take the IGCSE exams in Years 10–11. After IGCSE, students have the option to continue into Cambridge A Levels for university preparation. The curriculum is supported by project-based learning, digital literacy, and extracurricular programmes such as STEM, the arts, and leadership development.
1. Submit application form. Complete the official application form and gather supporting documents (e.g., passport, previous school reports).
2. School review & interview. The school assesses documents and may request an interview or sample lesson.
3. Offer letter issued. Upon approval, parents receive an offer to secure the place.
4. Registration & fee payment. Parents pay the registration fee, security deposit, and first term’s tuition.
6. Placement & start. Final details (e.g., class placement) are confirmed prior to the term start.
Admissions
1. Download & complete application form.
2. Submit form and application fee. Email form and pay compulsory RM 500 fee.
3. Assessment & interview. Students sit for an entrance test; boarding candidates have supplementary interviews.
4. Offer issued . Successful applicants receive an offer letter (within ~2 weeks).
5. Pay enrollment & enrollment fees. RM 3,000 enrollment fee (plus RM 2,500 if international) and deposit (one term’s fee).
6. Complete registration & begin. Finalize paperwork, attend orientation, and begin school term.
Scholarships
Scholarships
The school offers the Canaan Scholarship, providing 50–100% tuition waivers for Malaysian students entering Year 7 or Year 10, based on academic merit, leadership, talent, and financial need.
Scholarships
Governor’s A-Level Scholarship: Up to 100% tuition coverage for high-achieving international students entering Year 12 (A Level)
Tan Sri Hew Excellence Scholarships: Provides up to 100% term fee waiver for academically outstanding applicants (Years 7–10)
