EtonHouse International School Malaysia

EtonHouse Malaysia is located in the heart of the city's KLCC district. This puts it within a short walk of the Petronas Twin Towers and KL City Park.

The area is well-served by public transport, with nearby bus stops and MRT/LRT stations like Conlay, KLCC, and Ampang Park providing easy access for families.

The school structure includes Pre-Nursery, Nursery, Kindergarten, followed by Primary years up to Grade 6.

It is a co-educational day school.

EtonHouse supports students with various learning barriers or exceptionalities, including diagnoses in Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Dyspraxia. Support is provided through specific differentiation within the classroom and focused support from a Personal Support Teacher (PLS). Personal Development Plans (PDPs) are created collaboratively to ensure curriculum access.

The school is not affiliated with a particular country.

EtonHouse International School Malaysia is a non-denominational school.

The school day for primary students typically begins at 8:30 AM and concludes at 3:30 PM. For early years, the day generally starts around 8:00 AM with various exploration activities, and concludes around 3:15 PM. Breaks and lunch times are integrated into the daily schedule, allowing for a balanced routine of learning and rest.

EtonHouse International School Malaysia offers a school bus service for its students. This service is provided through an external transport provider, facilitating convenience for families.

The school implements an inquiry-based curriculum rooted in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP). The early years program follows an "Inquire-Think-Learn" approach inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy. The curriculum integrates traditional subjects like English, Mandarin, Mathematics, Physical Education, Visual Arts, Music, Science, and Social Studies into transdisciplinary units of inquiry. This approach encourages students to develop conceptual understanding, critical thinking, and the attributes of the IB Learner Profile. Primary Years follows the IB PYP curriculum.

The school emphasizes the social and emotional well-being of its students, ensuring all staff are trained in awareness of social, emotional, and mental health needs through The Key Safeguarding centre. The campus features multiple spaces designed for student well-being, such as reading nooks, a library, a Sensory room, and gardens, providing areas to relax and process emotions.

The school supports students identified with learning barriers or exceptionalities, including diagnoses in Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Dyspraxia. While the school is not a specialist SEN institution, it provides in-class support through specific differentiation and offers focused support via Personal Support Teachers (PLS) who work with classroom teachers.

Personal Development Plans (PDPs) are developed jointly by teachers, the Head of Inclusion, PLS, specialist teachers, and parents to ensure students can access the curriculum effectively.

The school provides support for students with English as an Additional Language requirements. Upon admission, non-native English speakers undergo an English Placement Test to determine their proficiency level. The school offers various EAL programs, including regular and intensive classes, tailored to individual student needs, with a focus on developing all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Support is delivered through a combination of in-class assistance from homeroom teachers and specialized pull-out sessions with dedicated EAL teachers, aiming for seamless integration into the mainstream curriculum.

The mental wellbeing of students is a core priority at EtonHouse. The school emphasizes a strong pastoral care program designed to nurture the physical and emotional welfare of each child, fostering trusting relationships within the school community. Staff are trained to address students' social, emotional, and mental health needs, creating a supportive environment. The campus features multiple dedicated spaces, such as reading nooks, a library, a sensory room, and gardens, providing calming areas for students to relax and process their emotions.

EtonHouse is committed to safeguarding and child protection, which involves promoting the welfare of children and protecting them from harm. Child protection is a key part of this process, focusing on individuals identified as at risk. The school utilizes The Key Safeguarding centre to ensure all staff are trained in the awareness of social, emotional, and mental health needs within the school community. While specific detailed policies for the Malaysia campus are not publicly outlined, the EtonHouse International Education Group emphasizes comprehensive safeguarding practices across its schools, ensuring a safe and secure environment for students. Parents have also noted that the school's security measures contribute to their peace of mind.

Submit the online application and relevant fees. Once the online application form is completed, parents will receive an invoice for the non-refundable Application Fee and Registration Fee.

Participate in the Interview and Placement Assessment. Your child will be invited for an interview and a placement assessment designed to ensure the EtonHouse Malaysia program is appropriate for their abilities and needs. Parents are required to disclose any Special Educational Needs at this stage, and students with developing English proficiency may undergo further assessment by the English as an Additional Language (EAL) Department.

Receive the acceptance and complete enrollment. If the interview and assessment are successful, parents will be sent an acceptance email. To secure your child's placement, the Enrollment and Deposit Fee must be paid upon acceptance, with full payment of all remaining fees required before your child's first day at EtonHouse Malaysia.

The school does not advertise specific scholarship programs to prospective students.

The school does operate a waitlist system. If there is no immediate placement available for an applicant in the appropriate grade level at the time of application, their application will be transferred to waitlist status, and placement is offered as spaces become open and suitable.