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Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar

Malaysia, Negeri Sembilan

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MYR 21,000 - 128,910
Ages 3 - 19 years
Pupil numbers 1000
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1991
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Malay, Mandarin
Typical class size 18
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar (KTJ) is a day and boarding school in Negeri Sembilan, accommodating over 1,000 students aged 3 to 19. For primary students, the school utilizes the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and International Primary Curriculum (IPC), while the secondary program combines a bespoke syllabus based on the English National Curriculum with Cambridge IGCSEs and A Levels. A distinctive feature of the school is its Sixth Form super-curriculum, which includes the KTJ Medics Conference, Law Moot, and specific Oxbridge admissions test preparation. Environmental sustainability is also a core initiative; the school is powered by 3,200 solar panels with a target to achieve carbon neutrality by 2025. Students have access to The Arc, a learning center housing a 15,000-book library, computer science labs, and a student cafe, alongside The Waterfront, a facility that contains design and technology rooms, art classrooms, and music studios.

71700 Mantin, Negeri Sembilan

The Essentials

Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar has 1,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.

Location
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar is situated on an 80-acre campus in the town of Mantin, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. The school is located approximately an hour's drive south of Kuala Lumpur and 40 minutes from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). It is accessible from neighboring residential areas via the school's bus network.

Stages
The school is structured into four main phases: Early Years, Primary (Years 1 to 6), Secondary (Forms 1 to 5), and Sixth Form. Students are accepted from the age of three in Early Years up to nineteen years old in the Upper Sixth Form.

Type
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar is a co-educational day and boarding school. Day student enrollment is available from Early Years up to Form 5. Boarding facilities are offered for students from Primary Year 6 through Secondary Form 5, and boarding is compulsory for all students in the Sixth Form.

Additional learning support
The school maintains a Learning Support department staffed by specialist Special Educational Needs (SEN) teaching assistants. These staff members provide academic assistance and English as an Additional Language (EAL) instruction.

Country affiliation
The school follows a British-based curriculum, including IGCSEs and A Levels, but it does not hold a formal affiliation with any specific country.

Religious affiliation
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar is an independent institution and does not have an affiliation with any particular religion.

School day structure
For Primary students, the teaching week runs Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. Secondary students attend classes from 8:00 am or 8:30 am until 3:30 pm on weekdays, along with Saturday morning classes from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm. Co-curricular activities are scheduled after the core teaching hours for both sections.

Bus service
The school provides a fleet of buses operating across fixed routes within Negeri Sembilan and Kuala Lumpur.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is a central feature of the KTJ educational experience, modeled after a British-style boarding education. Boarding is available for both junior (Primary) and senior (Secondary) students. For students entering the Sixth Form (Years 12 and 13), boarding is compulsory to help transition them toward independent university life.
Fees

Annual tuition at Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar ranges from MYR 21,000 to MYR 128,910 for 2026/27.

Application fees

Registration fee: MYR 500 (Primary), MYR 530 (Secondary).

Admittance fee: MYR 5,000 (Primary), MYR 5,300 (Secondary).

Deposit: Up to MYR 13,000 for Primary; MYR 25,000 for Secondary.

Tuition fees by school year

Early Years: MYR 7,000 per term / MYR 21,000 annually.

Years 1-2: MYR 13,000 per term / MYR 39,000 annually.

Years 3-4: MYR 14,500 per term / MYR 43,500 annually.

Years 5-6: MYR 16,750 per term / MYR 50,250 annually.

Secondary Day (Years 7-11): MYR 28,780 per term / MYR 86,340 annually.

Sixth Form Day: MYR 29,970 per term / MYR 89,910 annually.

Boarding fees

Secondary (Years 7-11): MYR 17,000 per term. The combined boarding and tuition fee is MYR 41,380 per term (MYR 124,140 annually).

Sixth Form: MYR 17,000 per term. The combined boarding and tuition fee is MYR 42,970 per term (MYR 128,910 annually).

Billing schedule and payment terms

Fees are payable termly and are due at the start of each term. Fees typically increase annually in August.

Other costs

Day fees include meals, learning resources, and most co-curricular activities. Secondary tuition and admission fees are inclusive of a 6% Sales & Service Tax (SST).

Refund information

Registration and admittance fees are non-refundable. The deposit is fully refundable provided the school receives one full term's written notice.

Fee payment options

The school's preferred payment method is a direct bank transfer. Credit card payments are accepted but incur a 3% administrative fee. Cash payments are not accepted.
Academics

Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar teaches IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 19.

Curriculum
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar offers a structured curriculum that spans from Early Years through to Sixth Form. In the Early Years and Primary stages (Years 1 to 6), students follow the International Early Years Curriculum and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), focusing on core subjects like English, Mathematics, and Science. For Years 7 to 9, the school provides a bespoke syllabus based on the English National Curriculum, adapted for a Malaysian context. During Years 10 and 11, students complete IGCSE courses, studying core sciences, English, and Mathematics alongside four elective subjects. In the Sixth Form, students undertake the A Level programme by typically selecting three or four subjects to study in depth. Alongside their A Levels, Sixth Form students also have the option to complete the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and prepare for IELTS or SAT examinations.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar supports students' social and emotional learning through a structured pastoral care and mentoring system. Every student is assigned a designated mentor who assists with their holistic development, monitors academic progress, and helps formulate an individual learning plan. A buddy system pairs new students with experienced peers in their year group to facilitate friendships and help them settle into the school environment. For boarding students, the Director of Boarding, House Parents, House Tutors, and Matrons collaborate to support their daily social and emotional needs.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school maintains a Learning Support team that provides interventions and strategies to help students with additional learning needs access the academic curriculum. This support is planned collaboratively with key teaching staff across the school to ensure appropriate accommodations are implemented. While Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar provides learning support, it is a mainstream school and not a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for students who do not speak English as their first language. The provision is delivered through taught group classes, in-class subject support, and one-to-one sessions when necessary.

Mental Wellbeing
The mental health and emotional welfare of students are addressed through dedicated on-campus counseling services. Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar employs professionally-trained counselors who are available to assist students with their personal, social, or academic concerns.

Safeguarding
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar operates under a comprehensive Safeguarding Policy designed to protect and promote the welfare of all students. The policy outlines strict principles and procedures that all staff and volunteers must read and commit to as a condition of their employment. The school maintains an open reporting environment where both students and staff can raise any safeguarding concerns without fear.

Safeguarding Policy
Parent Experience

History
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar was founded in 1989 by members of the Negeri Sembilan Royal Family, who sought to combine British boarding school traditions with Malaysian culture. The school's initial construction was supported by loans from 17 companies within the Malaysian corporate sector. The campus was officially launched following an agreement signing involving the founders and the Minister of Education, along with a foundation tree-planting ceremony officiated by Dennis Thatcher. Led by the first Principal, Laurence Rimmer, the school welcomed its pioneering cohort of Malaysian and expatriate students in 1991. Over the decades, the campus has continuously expanded, adding dedicated primary facilities, multiple boarding houses, and modern learning centers such as The Arc and The Waterfront.

Community
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar maintains a diverse and multicultural school community, with a student body representing over 24 different nationalities. The school actively celebrates this diversity by hosting various cultural festivals and community events throughout the academic year. Students and staff also engage in regular outreach and community projects, raising awareness and collecting resources for local and national charities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school operates a dedicated Parent Teacher Committee (PTC) that works in partnership with the school to support students and families. The PTC organizes numerous cultural celebrations, including a Deepavali Disco, Christmas party mornings, Chinese New Year performances, and Hari Raya fun days. They also play an active role in school life by running Saturday morning sports sessions, supporting sports competitions like Mini Fobisia, and organizing charitable outreach projects.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar is situated on an 80-acre campus that blends traditional Malaysian architecture with modern, state-of-the-art infrastructure and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability. The school is powered by 3,200 solar panels and features eco-project areas such as a primary school vegetable garden, composting bins, and campus-wide recycling initiatives. Communal spaces include the 700-seat Tuanku Ja'afar Auditorium, Café Diem for student socializing, and a main Dining Hall serving a variety of Asian and Western meals, including a weekly Sunday brunch.

Sports Facilities
The school provides an extensive range of indoor and outdoor athletic facilities designed to support comprehensive physical education and competitive sports programs. Outdoor spaces feature an expansive athletics field, a grass field hockey pitch, a versatile football pitch, a dedicated cricket oval, four hard tennis courts, and two grass netball courts. Indoor and aquatic facilities include an 11-metre Walltopia climbing wall, a fully equipped gymnasium, a dedicated dance studio, three international-standard squash courts, six badminton courts, two basketball courts, and three swimming pools, which includes a 25-metre main pool alongside two children's pools.

Academic Facilities
Academic spaces at KTJ are purpose-built to support a rigorous curriculum spanning from early years to pre-university levels. Standard classrooms are equipped with flexible seating, large whiteboards, and interactive projectors, which are heavily supplemented by specialized Design & Technology and Art workshops for hands-on subjects like woodwork, metalwork, graphic design, and clay. The campus also boasts The Arc—a sophisticated, newly renovated library and conference space featuring AI-enabled technology and quiet study zones—as well as dedicated music, dance, and drama studios outfitted with professional-grade LED lighting and surround sound systems. For senior students, a dedicated Sixth Form Centre provides specialized study areas, interview rooms, and discussion zones to aid in A-Level studies and university preparation.

Extra Curricular Facilities
KTJ runs a robust Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) program designed to foster holistic personal development, offering over 100 choices for Secondary students and more than 60 for Primary students. Spanning arts and culture, science and technology, sports, and community service, the vast majority of these activities are included within the standard tuition fees, though a few specialist options like Golf or Yoga incur additional charges.
Reputation

Awards
BSA International School of the Year (2023): Granted by the Boarding Schools' Association to recognize an international school outside the UK for its specific boarding provisions, facilities, and student welfare programs.

BSA International School of the Year (2021): Granted by the Boarding Schools' Association, acknowledging the school's boarding facilities and student support framework during that academic year.

Muri Award for Best Overall School at SEA Forensics (2024): Awarded to the school for achieving the highest combined score across various public speaking, debating, and acting events at the Southeast Asia Forensics tournament.

Accreditations
Council of International Schools (CIS): A globally recognized accreditation that ensures the school adheres to established, rigorous standards of international education and academic preparation.

Boarding Schools' Association (BSA): Certifies that the school meets specific, strict requirements regarding the quality of its boarding experience, premises, and management.

Council of British International Schools (COBIS): An accreditation ensuring that member schools overseas operate in alignment with the standards and practices of the British education system.

The Heads' Conference (HMC): Membership in this professional association of independent school heads indicates that the school meets defined educational and pastoral criteria.

Federation of British International Schools in Asia (FOBISIA): A regional membership organization that supports, monitors, and connects British international schools across Asia.

Association of International Malaysian Schools (AIMS): A collaborative network of schools in Malaysia that promotes and regulates the delivery of international education within the country.

Cambridge Assessment International Education & Pearson Edexcel: Authorizes the school as an approved examination center equipped to teach and evaluate IGCSE and A Level qualifications.

International Primary Curriculum (IPC): Recognizes the school as an official provider of the thematic IPC framework for primary-aged students.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Initial Inquiry and Campus Visit
Parents are encouraged to submit an inquiry form through the school website or contact the Registrar’s office to begin the process. The school offers personalized tours and virtual tours to allow families to view the 80-acre campus and boarding facilities. It is important to note that visiting the school allows parents to meet with the Head of Primary or Secondary and understand the school’s specific environment and academic expectations.

2. Application Submission
The formal application is completed online via the school's admissions portal. Parents must provide the student's birth certificate, passport-sized photographs, and the most recent school reports from the previous two years. A non-refundable registration fee of MYR 500 for Primary or MYR 530 for Secondary must be paid at this stage for the application to be processed.

3. Assessment and Interview
Once the application is reviewed, students are invited for an entrance assessment. For Primary students, this involves an observation or age-appropriate test, while Secondary and Sixth Form applicants sit for CAT4 (Cognitive Abilities Test) and potentially English or Mathematics papers. Following the assessment, an interview is conducted with a senior member of the academic staff to evaluate the student’s suitability for the school and their English language proficiency.

4. Offer and Acceptance
If the applicant is successful, the school will issue a formal Letter of Offer. To secure the place, parents must pay the non-refundable admittance fee and a refundable deposit within a specified timeframe. Failure to meet these payment deadlines may result in the place being offered to another student.

Scholarships
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar offers several scholarship categories to support students who demonstrate high potential and talent.

Sixth Form Academic Scholarship: This is available to students entering the A Level program who have achieved excellent results in their IGCSE or equivalent examinations. The scholarship provides a reduction in tuition fees, and candidates are selected based on academic merit, a written assessment, and a formal interview with the Principal.

Sports Scholarships: These are open to students who demonstrate exceptional ability in sports that are part of the school’s core curriculum, such as squash, cricket, or athletics. Applicants must provide a portfolio of their sporting achievements and undergo a practical trial at the school.

Performing Arts Scholarships: Students with outstanding talent in music, drama, or dance may apply for this award. Eligibility is determined through an audition and a review of the student's previous artistic contributions and grades.

Trustees' Awards: These are means-tested bursaries designed to assist families who require financial support to access a KTJ education. Applicants must provide comprehensive financial documentation for review by the Board of Trustees.

Waitlist
The school operates a waitlist system for year groups that have reached their maximum capacity of 22 students per class. When a seat becomes available, the admissions team reviews the pool of applicants on the waitlist based on the date of application and the results of the entrance assessment. Preference may be given to siblings of current students or those applying for full boarding places.
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