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Kingsgate International School

Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MYR 30,450 - 74,100
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 120
Type Co-educational
Opened 2017
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages Malay, Mandarin
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Kingsgate International School provides a British curriculum covering Early Years Foundation Stage through to Cambridge IGCSEs and A-Levels for students aged 2 to 18. Notable facilities include dedicated Innovation Labs, science labs, a swimming pool, basketball court, and a sports field. A distinctive program is its partnership with SMLab for a comprehensive STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) initiative. This collaboration offers students practical, hands-on projects, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills through real-world applications.

A-GF-05 Seksyen, 13, Jalan PBS 14/2, Taman Perindustrian Bukit Serdang, 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor, Malaysia

The Essentials

Kingsgate International School has 120 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
Located in Seri Kembangan, the school offers accessible education within Malaysia’s urban Klang Valley region.

The school is situated within a residential and retail development, and it benefits from strategic partnerships with the surrounding community. Transport links are available, with bus and MRT & LRT routes providing access to nearby areas like Bukit Jalil and Serdang Raya Selatan.

Stages
The school is divided into Toddler (Daycare) Class, Nursery & Kindergarten, Primary School, and Secondary School levels.

Type
KGIS is a co-educational international school that does not offer boarding.

Additional learning support
KGIS aims to cater to diverse student needs, with academic staff experienced in supporting both conventional and special needs students within inclusive classroom settings.

Country affiliation
The school is affiliated with Malaysia.

Religious affiliation
KGIS does not have a religious affiliation.

School day structure
The school day typically begins at 8:00 AM. Pre-Nursery students conclude their school day at 12:00 PM. Students in Years 1 to 13 have their school day conclude at 3:15 PM. The school also provides lunches.

Bus service
KGIS provides a school bus service for students. The service aims to provide safe, reliable, and convenient transportation to and from school. The bus routes serve several neighborhoods close to the school.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school runs a canteen with a balanced, nutrition-first approach. Dietary guidelines prioritize foods low in refined carbohydrates, avoid high sugar, and pair carbohydrates with protein. The leadership monitors canteen quality daily to meet these guidelines, and meals are subsidised to be affordable and prepared without harmful pesticides.

Governance and Ownership
The school is led by two strategic groups: The School Board (including a Board of Trustees) and Kingsgate Round Table. It is led and managed by Global Services in Education. The corporate owner is Silverbull Sdn Bhd (Reg No. 201601041948).
Fees

Annual tuition at Kingsgate International School ranges from MYR 30,450 to MYR 74,100 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
Application fees are one-time, non-refundable payments required when submitting an application for admission.

Main School Programme:
* All year groups (Nursery to Year 13): RM 1,000 per student

Cubs Day Care Programme:
* All students: RM 250 per student

Enrollment Fees

Main School Programme:
* All year groups (Nursery to Year 13): RM 20,000 per student (one-time, non-refundable)

Security Deposits
Security deposits are one-time, refundable payments that are returned upon completion of studies or withdrawal from school (subject to proper notice requirements).

Main School Programme:
* All year groups: RM 9,500 per student

Cubs Day Care Programme:
* Half Day programme: RM 1,200 per student
* Full Day programme: RM 2,200 per student

Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are charged per term with three terms per academic year. The following includes uniform sets and school bag:

Cubs Day Care Programme
Half Day programme: RM 700 per month
Full Day programme: RM 1,300 per month

Main School Programme
* Nursery (Age 3-4): RM 10,150 per term (RM 30,450 annually)
* Reception (Age 4-5): RM 10,500 per term (RM 31,500 annually)
* Year 1 (Age 5-6): RM 11,900 per term (RM 35,700 annually)
* Year 2 (Age 6-7): RM 12,600 per term (RM 37,800 annually)
* Year 3 (Age 7-8): RM 13,300 per term (RM 39,900 annually)
* Year 4 (Age 8-9): RM 14,300 per term (RM 42,900 annually)
* Year 5 (Age 9-10): RM 15,000 per term (RM 45,000 annually)
* Year 6 (Age 10-11): RM 17,800 per term (RM 53,400 annually)
* Year 7 (Age 11-12): RM 19,200 per term (RM 57,600 annually)
* Year 8 (Age 12-13): RM 20,600 per term (RM 61,800 annually)
* Year 9 (Age 13-14): RM 22,600 per term (RM 67,800 annually)
* Year 10 (Age 14-15): RM 22,700 per term (RM 68,100 annually)
* Year 11 (Age 15-16): RM 23,300 per term (RM 69,900 annually)
* Year 12 (Age 16-17): RM 24,000 per term (RM 72,000 annually)
* Year 13 (Age 17-18): RM 24,700 per term (RM 74,100 annually)

Additional Programme Fees

Cubs Day Care Programme
* Resource Fee: RM 600 (charged half-yearly)
* Uniform (Polo-T): RM 40
* Meals: Complimentary

Main School Programme
* School Meals: RM 1,070 per term (RM 3,210 annually) - Includes morning recess and school lunch

Additional Language Programme (subject to need):

* Primary level (English/Mandarin): RM 3,250 per term
* Secondary level (English/Mandarin): RM 3,750 per term

Discounts and Incentives

Sibling Discounts:
* 5% discount for the 2nd child
* 10% discount for the 3rd and subsequent children

Payment Incentives:
* Main School: 6% discount for full year's payment of tuition fees
* Cubs Day Care: 10% discount for full year's payment of tuition fees

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
* Payment is due within 30 days from invoice date
* Late payments incur a 5% late fee charge
Academics

Kingsgate International School teaches Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows an International British curriculum, designed to foster inquiry and critical thinking across all stages. In the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for Pre-Nursery, Nursery, and Reception (ages 2-5), the curriculum focuses on fundamental areas such as Communication and Language, Physical Development, Personal, Social & Emotional Development, Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts & Design.

Primary School (Years 1-6, ages 5-11) follows the Cambridge Primary Education framework, covering subjects like English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, IT, Music, Art, PE, and Languages including Bahasa and Mandarin.

For Secondary School (Years 7-13, ages 11-18), students progress through Cambridge Secondary Education. Years 7-9 (Key Stage 3) undertake a middle school curriculum, while Years 10-11 (Key Stage 4) follow the IGCSE Secondary Pathway, leading to IGCSE qualifications. Subsequently, Years 12-13 pursue A-Levels, preparing students for further studies globally.

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Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
KGIS aims to develop students' social, emotional, physical, and intellectual well-being. The school incorporates Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through its curriculum, particularly within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) where "Personal, Social & Emotional Development" is a core subject.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not present itself as a specialist SEN institution although it aims to provide personalized support within an inclusive learning environment, acknowledging that students have differing paces, styles, and needs. Specific details regarding dedicated SEN provisions, specialized staff roles, or the precise types of Special Educational Needs it can support are not publicly available.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school provides language support for students who are not yet fluent in English. The school employs dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) teachers who work to design and deliver targeted language instruction. This support is offered to individual students or small groups, and EAL teachers collaborate with classroom teachers to ensure students are supported across the curriculum as they acquire English proficiency.

Mental Wellbeing
KGIS considers the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of each student as part of its educational approach. However, specific provisions, dedicated programs, or identified staff roles solely focused on mental wellbeing support for students are not publicly available.

Safeguarding
KGIS manages safeguarding and child protection primarily through a comprehensive 12-Point School Security Plan. This plan details various provisions to ensure student safety on campus. Key measures include a secure compound with fences, gates, and electronic access manned by screened security personnel. All staff are thoroughly vetted and trained in security measures, while students receive training on being security-conscious. The school also employs strict visitor screening, requires identification tags for all individuals, and uses CCTV surveillance across the campus. Dedicated policies are also in place for student drop-off zones, leave procedures, and a central security alarm system with regular fire evacuation and lock-down drills.
Parent Experience

History
ingsgate International School was founded in 2017. It was established and is currently operated by the leadership team of Global Services in Education (GSE). GSE played a role in the school's initial business plan, design, vision, setup, and ongoing operations. The school aims to provide a K-12 British International curriculum with a focus on innovation and academic excellence.

Community
KGIS fosters a diverse student community, with a focus on internationality. Major cultural events are celebrated at the school.

The school also encourages student development beyond academics through a variety of extracurricular activities and clubs, including board games, art, swimming, musical activities, guitar, sports, STEM club, building club, yoga, and drama. These activities contribute to a well-rounded and engaging school environment.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Information about a formal Parent Teacher Association are not publicly available although parents are encouraged to participate in the school community.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is a purpose-built campus designed as a one-stop hub for innovation and entrepreneurial development. It uses a Think Tank approach informed by neuroscience and features Innovation Labs, a Modern Library, and spaces connected with the surrounding community.

Sports Facilities
The school has a sports field, a basketball court, and a swimming pool, with dedicated spaces for physical education training.

Academic Facilities
The campus includes dedicated spaces for Early Years, Primary and Secondary classrooms, a Modern Library, an Innovation Lab, a Science Lab, a Computer and AI Lab, and a Mandarin and EAL Room. It also features an Early Years Outdoor Play Area, an Early Years Climbing Wall, and a Reptile Zone.

Extra Curricular Facilities
A wide range of athletics, sports and clubs; free co-curricular activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school delivers a rigorous curriculum that emphasizes enquiry and critical thinking. For Kindergarten, the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is followed, while Primary and Secondary study the International British Curriculum, which includes IGCSEs and A-Levels. Kingsgate International School holds Cambridge International Accreditation and aligns with international standards and expectations. Artificial intelligence is integrated through curriculum management systems and teaching/communication software to support personalised learning and future-ready learners.

Arts & Creative
The Extra Curricular Activities programme includes Music, Dance, and Visual Arts. Specialist learning in the Primary School covers Music, Art, PE, IT, library, Malay, Mandarin, and Islamic studies for Muslim students. The school emphasises a broad creative and performing arts offering alongside sport and culture through its ECA structure.

Cultural & Language
The curriculum includes International and Malay culture as part of the extracurricular and school life. In the Primary School, Malay and Mandarin are taught as language subjects, with Islamic studies available for Muslim students. The school's Cambridge-aligned Primary Education emphasizes intercultural awareness and global perspectives.

Social & Hobbies
Social and hobbies are supported through the ECA offering, which includes Sport, Aquatics, Health and Fitness, and Martial Arts. ECAs also cover Community Projects, Charity work, Leadership activities, and further exploration of International and Malay culture. These activities promote teamwork, physical wellness, and community involvement.

Community & Service
Community Projects and Charity are listed as part of the Extra Curricular Programme, emphasizing service and social responsibility alongside personal development. Leadership activities are included within ECAs to develop initiative and collaboration skills.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership is a named component of the Extra Curricular Programme, providing opportunities for student leadership, teamwork, and professional skills development within a structured setting.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing is supported through Health and Fitness, Sport, Aquatics, and Martial Arts within the ECA programme, encouraging physical wellness and resilient habits in daily school life.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the primary language of instruction. Malay and Mandarin are taught in the Primary School as language subjects. The Cambridge International Curriculum is used across the school, with Cambridge Primary for the early years and Cambridge Secondary Education offering IGCSE and A-Levels for older students. Islamic studies are available for Muslim students.
Reputation

Accreditations
Cambridge International Accreditation: This signifies that the school is an approved centre for Cambridge Assessment International Education. It means the school delivers and assesses Cambridge programmes, including IGCSEs and A-Levels, ensuring its curriculum and qualifications meet international standards and are recognized globally.
Admissions

Admissions
Submit your application and fee. Parents can apply online or in-person by sending a completed application form and necessary documents to the admissions email.

Complete the admissions assessment. For students applying to Nursery and Reception, this involves an interview with an admissions staff member or Kindergarten teacher. Applicants for Year 1 to Year 5 will undergo an assessment test in Mathematics and English, followed by an interview.

Receive offer and confirm enrolment. Once the admissions assessment is successfully completed and the application fee is paid, the school will issue an Offer Letter. There is generally no set deadline for registration, and students can join after the academic year begins for most year levels, although some restrictions may apply for IGCSE and A-Level students to ensure preparedness for examinations.

Scholarships
KGIS offers scholarship opportunities to eligible students, including the Kingsgate Edusave Bursary Awards* and various merit-based scholarships.

The Kingsgate Edusave Bursary Awards, launched in April 2023, are available for students in Years 7 to 10 and offer a 10-50% discount on tuition fees, with a tenure of one to five years based on both merit and demonstrated financial need. Selection for these bursaries is determined by the KGIS Bursary Board, considering academic reports, co-curricular achievements, and parental income tax returns.

The school also offers scholarships for academic excellence, sports, and arts, generally open to students aged 7-16 years. These require high academic achievement, English fluency, active participation in co-curricular activities, good communication skills, and leadership attributes, along with an interview and entrance tests.

Waitlist
KGIS does not operate a waitlist system. Students are generally able to join at various points throughout the academic year, provided their admission is approved by the principal.
School Events
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