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International Islamic School Malaysia (IISM) in Gombak delivers the Cambridge pathway from Primary through Secondary and A-Levels. Primary covers Key Stages 1–2 with English as First Language, Mathematics, Science, Arabic, Malay, Islamic Studies, Quran, PE with compulsory swimming, arts and Cambridge ICT certification. Secondary subject groups include First Language English/ESL, Additional Mathematics or Business Studies, sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Arabic, Malay and French, ICT and PE, alongside clubs, sports and a Uniform Unit. The school is a CAIE examination centre (since 2000) and publishes detailed fees, payment options and timelines. Boarding is offered via on-campus student accommodation for both male and female students, and the school shares a vetted list of third-party bus operators for transport. Campus hours are 8:30–16:15 (Fri 12:30).
Jalan Kampung Sungai Pusu, Batu 8 Gombak, 53100 Kuala Lumpur, Selangor.
International Islamic School Malaysia - Gombak has 2,300 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
International Islamic School Malaysia (IISM) is in the Gombak area, on the northwestern edge of Kuala Lumpur. The campus is situated in a suburban setting close to the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). Families can access it via main roads that connect directly to central Kuala Lumpur.
The school offers a Cambridge-based pathway starting with Primary (Grades 1–6, Key Stages 1–2), continuing through Secondary (Grades 7–11, Key Stages 3–4, IGCSE), and culminating with A-Levels (Grades 12–13, Sixth Form).
IISM is a day school that accepts male and female students. It also provides boarding facilities for both local and international students, with separate accommodation for male and female boarders.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Additional Learning Support or SEN provision.
The school does not have an affiliation with any foreign country. It is owned and managed by IIUM Schools Sdn. Bhd. in Malaysia and follows the Cambridge international curriculum.
IISM is an Islamic school and integrates Islamic values and teachings into its curriculum.
The school day runs from 08:30 to 16:15, Monday through Thursday, with a shorter day on Friday ending at 12:30.
IISM itself does not operate a school bus system. Instead, it provides families with a list of independent third-party transportation providers that service the area, leaving parents to arrange directly with the operators.
Annual tuition at International Islamic School Malaysia - Gombak ranges from MYR 14,400 to MYR 18,800 for 2026/27.
International Islamic School Malaysia - Gombak teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 6 to 11.
International Islamic School Malaysia (IISM) follows the Cambridge international curriculum from Primary through A-Levels. Primary students (Grades 1–6) study English as a First Language, Mathematics, Science, Arabic, Malay, Islamic Studies, Quran, Physical Education with compulsory swimming, Arts, and Cambridge ICT certification. In Secondary (Grades 7–11), the curriculum expands to include First Language English or English as a Second Language, Mathematics, Additional Mathematics or Business Studies, sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), ICT, Physical Education, and humanities, along with Arabic, Malay, and French. Students in Grades 10–11 prepare for the Cambridge IGCSE examinations, with subject groupings offered in Science and Humanities streams. At post-16 level, Grades 12–13, students pursue the Cambridge A-Levels, choosing between Science and Humanities tracks. IISM has been an accredited Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) examination centre since 2000.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Social and Emotional Learning (SEL).
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision or support.
In the Secondary curriculum, IISM offers English as a Second Language as an academic subject. However, the school does not publicly disclose any dedicated EAL support programmes or additional resources beyond classroom instruction.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding mental wellbeing services, counselling, or structured support programmes.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding or child protection policies on its website.
1. Pre-registration: Parents begin by submitting the online pre-registration form. A fee of RM 200 is required at this stage. This reserves the student’s place in the admissions pipeline and allows the school to prepare for the next steps.
2. Registration: Families must then pay a one-time registration fee of RM 2,000, which is non-refundable. Along with this, a refundable deposit equivalent to one semester’s tuition is collected. These payments secure the application and are a prerequisite for placement testing.
3. Document submission: Parents are asked to provide supporting documents, such as the student’s birth certificate, previous school records, and identification. These must be uploaded through the admissions portal or handed directly to the school’s admissions office.
4. Placement test: The applicant undergoes a placement assessment appropriate to their year group. The school notes that placement test results are usually released within three working days, giving families a quick turnaround on admissions outcomes.
5. Offer and enrolment: Successful applicants receive an offer letter from the school. Parents then confirm the place by completing all remaining paperwork, settling fees, and preparing for their child to begin classes.
The school does not publicly disclose information about scholarships or financial aid programmes.
The school does not publicly disclose information about operating a waitlist or pool system.