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American Curriculum International Schools in Johor Bahru, Malaysia

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About international schools in Johor Bahru, Malaysia

If you're researching international schools in Johor Bahru, Malaysia offering American Curriculum, this page lists every school we know of and lets you sort, filter and compare them — without school marketing in the way. The most common curriculum is Montessori Curriculum, taught by 2 of the schools below. Annual tuition spans roughly 1,000–106,503 MYR, with the average sitting around 36,296. Schools range from new openings to long-established names like Cherie Hearts International Preschool (Johor Bahru) (opened 2009).

Compare 5 American Curriculum international schools in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average MYR 36,296), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 5 schools · avg fee MYR 36,296
Schools listed
5
Curricula
8
Average annual fee
MYR 36,296
Fee range
MYR 1,000 – 106,503
Most common curriculum
Montessori Curriculum (2 schools)
Average school size
273 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Stellar International School
Oldest
Cherie Hearts International Preschool (Johor Bahru) (2009)
With boarding
2

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FAQs for Malaysia

How many international schools are in Malaysia?
Malaysia has over 150 international schools, with major clusters in Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, and Penang.
What is the average cost of international schools in Malaysia?
Annual tuition typically ranges from RM 20,000 to RM 100,000, depending on location, curriculum, and year group.
Which Malaysian cities have the most international schools?
Kuala Lumpur leads, followed by Johor Bahru and Penang.
Are boarding schools common in Malaysia?
Yes, particularly in Johor Bahru and Penang, with both weekly and full boarding available.
Are boarding facilities available in Malaysia’s international schools?
Yes, several schools offer boarding, especially in Kuala Lumpur (KL), Johor Bahru (JB) and Penang.
Do Malaysia’s international schools accept students year-round?
Many offer rolling admissions, but popular schools may have deadlines for certain grades.
Which curriculum is most popular in Malaysia?
The British curriculum is most common, followed by IB and Australian programmes, with some American options.

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