Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
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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.
Application Fees
A one-time pre-registration fee of RM 200 applies to new applicants. Families also pay a non-refundable registration fee of RM 2,000 and a refundable deposit equivalent to one semester’s tuition, depending on grade level.
Tuition Fees (Per Year)
Primary
Grade 1: RM 14,400
Grades 2–3: RM 14,400
Grades 4–5: RM 16,050
Grade 6: RM 16,050
Secondary
Grades 7–9: RM 17,700
Grade 10: RM 18,800
Grade 11: RM 18,800
A-Levels
Grade 12–13 (Science): RM 18,800
Grade 12–13 (Humanities): RM 18,800
Tuition is billed per semester, with two semesters each academic year. An annual fee of RM 700 is charged across all grades.
Additional Fees
Exam fees: Cambridge Primary Checkpoint RM 1,050; IGCSE RM 5,800; A-Levels RM 6,000 (Science) / RM 5,000 (Humanities)
Meal fee: RM 1,350 (Grade 1 only)
Locker (optional): RM 100
Uniforms and textbooks: Estimated RM 1,000–1,500 per student (per school FAQ)
Dishonoured cheque penalty: RM 100
Boarding Fees
Boarding is available for male and female students, but fees are not published.
Refund Policy
The registration fee and tuition fees are non-refundable. Deposits are refundable upon withdrawal, provided notice is given in accordance with school policy.
Payment Options
Payments must be made through the school’s Sync app. Accepted methods include FPX online banking, Visa/Mastercard (local and international), JCB, American Express, and supported e-wallets. Bank transfer via Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad (UIA Branch) is also accepted. Post-dated cheques are not permitted.
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).
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