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Canadian Curriculum International Schools in Malaysia

Compare 5 Canadian Curriculum international schools in Malaysia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average MYR 55,679), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
5
Curricula
10
Average annual fee
MYR 55,679
Fee range
MYR 2,660 – 95,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Canadian Curriculum (5 schools)
Average school size
1,426 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Marefat International School
Oldest
Maple Bear - Penang (1999)
With boarding
3
About international schools in Malaysia

Canadian-curriculum international schools in Malaysia most commonly deliver an Ontario-style programme leading to credits toward the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), taught in English with additional language classes and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support where needed. These schools often sit within the wider international-school fee bands in Malaysia, so expect annual tuition to be in the several-tens-of-thousands of ringgit, varying by campus, year group and whether extras such as transport, meals and exams are included. Admissions are managed by each school; main intakes tend to follow either a January or an August/September start (with some mid-year or rolling admissions where places are available), so families should check calendars early when planning a move. Because the number of Canadian-curriculum providers in Malaysia is small, parents should confirm a school’s Ontario authorisation, exam and credit pathways, language provision and pastoral support before applying.

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FAQs for Malaysia

What does ‘Canadian curriculum’ mean in Malaysia - is it the same as in Canada?
Most Canadian-curriculum international schools in Malaysia follow an Ontario provincial framework, which is credit-based and designed to lead to the OSSD; schools operate under licence, inspection or partnership arrangements so the local delivery is adapted to an international context. Parents should confirm with each school what diploma or certificate students will receive and whether the school is authorised by the relevant Ontario body.
What language(s) are lessons taught in and will my child get support if English is not their first language?
Instruction is typically in English and most Canadian-curriculum schools provide EAL or ESL programmes to help new arrivals reach classroom level. Schools also commonly offer Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin (or other modern languages) as part of the timetable or as extracurricular options, but the exact language offer varies by campus.
How much do Canadian-curriculum international schools in Malaysia cost?
Fees for Canadian-curriculum schools generally sit within the broader international-school fee band in Malaysia, which commonly ranges across several tens of thousands of ringgit per year; the precise annual tuition depends on location, year group and inclusions such as meals, transport and examination fees. Ask shortlisted schools for a full ‘first-year all-in’ fee schedule and any refundable deposits before you commit.
When should I start the admissions process if we are relocating to Malaysia?
Start enquiries as early as six to twelve months before your intended start date for the most popular year groups, because main intakes usually fall in January or August/September and some year groups fill rapidly; many schools also offer mid-year or rolling admissions if places arise. Expect schools to request recent school reports, immunisation records, identification documents and possibly an English screening or placement test as part of the process.
What should I check when comparing Canadian-curriculum schools in Malaysia?
Check whether the school is authorised to deliver Ontario credits/OSSD pathways, the qualifications and registration of teaching staff, the scope of EAL and learning-support provision, and how university guidance and external exam arrangements are handled. Also review the school’s published fees and exactly what they cover, the academic calendar and intake windows, and any regulatory approvals required by Malaysian authorities.

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