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Malaysia, Johor Bahru
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1. Application Form Submission. Parents are required to complete the application form and submit it along with supporting documents, which typically include:
Two recent passport-sized photographs
A copy of the child’s birth certificate
Relevant identification documents
Previous academic records (where applicable)
2. Diagnostic Test & Parent Interview as part of the admissions evaluation, the student is given a diagnostic test to assess academic proficiency. In addition, an interview with the parents is conducted.
3. Admission Decision. Based on the outcomes of the test and interview, the school will decide whether to offer a placement.
4. Enrollment: Upon receiving an offer, enrollment is completed through payment of the required admission and deposit fees.
There is no waitlist for the school.
Cornerstone International School offers scholarships based on merit. Additionally, discounts are available for siblings enrolled at the school and for children from economically disadvantaged families, subject to evaluation.
Cornerstone International School (CIS) in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, is a private international school. The school offers English-medium education from Year 1 to Year 11, preparing students for the internationally recognized International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examination offered by Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), part of the University of Cambridge, UK. The school's motto, "Encourage, Equip, Excel," reflects its commitment to fostering a supportive and enriching learning environment. Facilities at CIS include air-conditioned classrooms, a library, science laboratories, an IT resource center, art and music rooms, a basketball court, and a canteen.
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