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R.E.A.L International School - Shah Alam

Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Malay, Mandarin
Fees MYR 28,550 - 46,130
Ages 3 - 17 years
Pupil numbers 300
Type Co-educational
Opened 1999
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Malaysian Curriculum, British Curriculum
Taught languages Mandarin, Arabic, French, Tamil, Malay
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

R.E.A.L International School - Shah Alam is located at Lot No. 5, Jalan Merah Saga U9/5, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. It offers Cambridge IGCSE, Malaysian, and British curricula for students aged 3 to 17, operating a dual-pathway model with a dynamic Early Years program focused on social, emotional and personal development, and a Private National School pathway with a tailored curriculum. Special Programmes include Chinese Studies and Arabic and Islamic Studies; Mandarin, Arabic, French and Tamil are offered as additional language classes. The Shah Alam campus provides a safe, supportive environment with facilities including a library, hall, science laboratories, a music room, makerspace, art room, culinary laboratory, sewing room, and a halal cafeteria. Cambridge IGCSE examinations are offered, with notable results such as a “Top in the World” grade in Mathematics and 11As (9A+, 2A). Extracurriculars feature Design for Change, public speaking achievements, NASA Space Essay Competition recognition, and an ambassador team that represented Malaysia at Be the Change in Taiwan. The campus includes indoor and outdoor sports facilities, the REAL Schools Arena and a swimming pool.

Lot No. 5, Jalan Merah Saga U9/5, 40250 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

The Essentials

R.E.A.L International School - Shah Alam has 300 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English, Malay, Mandarin.

Location
REAL Shah Alam campus is located at Lot No. 5, Jalan Merah Saga U9/5, 40250 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. The campus is part of REAL Schools, with other campuses in Cheras and Johor Bahru. The site describes the campus as nestled away from the city's hustle and bustle and provides a safe, supportive learning environment.

Stages
Early Years; Private National School. Cambridge IGCSE examinations are offered at higher levels.

Type
International and private school

Additional learning support
On-campus school counsellor; targeted support for academically struggling students and those with special needs.

Country affiliation
Malaysia

School day structure
School operates Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Bus service
Yes. Private transporters cover more than 20 areas to and from REAL Private School Shah Alam. Transporters are independent service providers not contracted by REAL Schools and are registered with School Security; they follow safety protocols on campus.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform costs are not included in the above fees; uniform purchases are additional charges.

Food Options
The Shah Alam campus cafeteria provides halal meals; vegetarian options are available; meals are prepared on-site by Delischool.

Governance and Ownership
REAL Schools Shah Alam is part of XCL Education Malaysia; governance is provided by the XCL Education Malaysia Board of Governors.
Fees

Annual tuition at R.E.A.L International School - Shah Alam ranges from MYR 28,550 to MYR 46,130 for 2026/27.

One-time application, registration and deposit fees (International students)

- Application fee: RM 1,500.
- Registration fee: RM 8,000.
- Security deposit: RM 10,000 (deposit is non-transferable; refundable subject to the Admission Contract terms and conditions).

Tuition fees (International curriculum) — full year and per-term amounts (payable termly)

Tuition is billed termly (three terms per year). The annual tuition and the equivalent per-term amount (annual ÷ 3) are shown below.

- Year 1: RM 21,950 per year — RM 7,317 per term.
- Year 2: RM 23,630 per year — RM 7,877 per term.
- Year 3: RM 26,070 per year — RM 8,690 per term.
- Year 4: RM 26,970 per year — RM 8,990 per term.
- Year 5: RM 27,500 per year — RM 9,167 per term.
- Year 6: RM 27,760 per year — RM 9,253 per term.
- Year 7: RM 30,860 per year — RM 10,287 per term.
- Year 8: RM 34,550 per year — RM 11,517 per term.
- Year 9: RM 35,230 per year — RM 11,743 per term.
- Year 10: RM 39,530 per year — RM 13,177 per term.
- Year 11: RM 39,530 per year — RM 13,177 per term.

Supplementary and technology fees (recurring)

- Supplementary fee (covers facilities, utilities, some printing, CCA and school events): RM 1,700 per term.
- Technology / Tech fee: RM 500 per term.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard billing schedule: tuition is payable termly. The three term payments are due as follows: 1st payment by August, 2nd payment by January, 3rd payment by April.
- Late payment: a surcharge of 2% per month is incurred on outstanding fees.
- Early-bird / full-payment discount: a 3% Early Bird Discount is available for full-year tuition paid in full one day prior to the official first day of the academic year (terms and conditions apply).
- Easy Payment Plan (EPP) is offered; credit-card EPP options are available through the school's accepted banking partners.

Boarding fees

- The published fee schedules and fee documents do not list any boarding charges. No separate boarding fee is published in the school's fee schedules. If boarding is required, no boarding fee is published in the standard International fee schedule.

Other costs and recurring charges not included in tuition

- The tuition and the supplementary/tech fees do not cover school uniform, textbooks/reading materials, student ID/vircle card, progress record folder, transportation, meals, examination/assessment levies (where applicable), and visa-related charges for non-Malaysian students. These items are charged separately.
- Extra-curricular activities delivered by external coaches or outside suppliers (classified as Extra Curricular Activities) may be charged separately. The standard fees include internal Co-Curricular Activities but do not include external outsourced activities.

Refund and non-refundable items

- Application fee, registration fee and tuition fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. The security deposit is non-transferable but may be refundable subject to the fulfilment of terms and conditions set out in the Admission Contract.

Discounts, concessions and rebates

- Sibling discounts: the school applies sibling discounts to tuition fees. (Sibling discount mechanics and rates are applied in descending order of age; specific percentage rates are published in the school's fee policy documents.)
- Alumni discount: a first-year alumni discount is available where applicable (details in the school's fee policy).

Fee payment options

- Accepted payment methods include bank transfer, cash, cheque and payment by credit card via the school's finance counter or payment links. EPP (credit-card instalment) arrangements are offered through the school's partner banks. Specific bank partners named for card EPP include Maybank and Hong Leong for some payment plans.

Notes on contract and adjustments

- All fees and policies are subject to the school's Admission Contract terms and the school's right to review and amend fees annually. Additional levies (visa application, immigration-related charges, external examination fees and case-by-case administrative charges) may apply for non-Malaysian students.
Academics

R.E.A.L International School - Shah Alam teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Malaysian Curriculum, British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 17.

Curriculum
The school has a dual-pathway, dynamic Early Years curriculum that emphasises social, emotional and personal development. The school has a comprehensive and tailored Private National School curriculum. The school has Special Programmes including Chinese Studies Programme and Arabic and Islamic Studies. The school offers Mandarin, Arabic, French and Tamil as additional language classes.

Student Teacher Ratio
Maximum class size is 25 students.

Exam Results
The school offers Cambridge IGCSE examinations; notable results include a 'Top in the World' grade in Mathematics and 11 As (9A+, 2A).
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasizes holistic character development, focusing on growth mindset, resilience, interpersonal skills, leadership, self-motivation, and stewardship integrated into all student activities. It pursues Safe, Happy, and Successful learners through a holistic approach that values character, competence, and curiosity. The campus environment supports collaboration, empathy, and social-emotional growth as part of daily learning. The five promises to families guide a culture that places well-being beside academic achievement.

Mental Wellbeing
REAL Schools aims to empower Safe, Happy, and Successful learners through a holistic education that nurtures character, competence, and curiosity. The mission describes an inclusive, caring community that supports students' well-being and growth. The safeguarding and safety commitments reinforce mental and emotional safety as core aspects of student welfare.

Safeguarding
Your child's safety is our top priority. We implement rigorous standards, policies, and training to create an ingrained culture of safety throughout our school.
Parent Experience

Community
REAL Schools Shah Alam Campus hosts Open Saturdays on January 10, 17 and 24, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Lot No. 5, Jalan Merah Saga U9/5, Shah Alam (40250). The events include Guided Campus Tours and 1-to-1 Consultations, with exclusive enrolment promotions. REAL Schools Shah Alam emphasizes developing future leaders through diverse opportunities to hone leadership and communication skills inside and outside the classroom, and provides targeted support for academically struggling students and those with special needs to help them stay on a mainstream pathway. The School Vision is to be a trusted school community that fosters curiosity and excellence, and the School Mission is to empower a diverse and inclusive community of Safe, Happy and Successful learners through a holistic education.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Shah Alam Campus offers a safe and supportive learning environment. The Early Years program uses a high-quality dual pathway curriculum and there is also a Private National School pathway. The campus features a library, a hall, science laboratories, a music room, a makerspace, an art room, a culinary laboratory and a sewing room, along with a halal cafeteria. The school emphasises language development and supports students with special needs as part of its holistic education approach.

Sports Facilities
REAL Shah Alam Campus has many sports facilities indoors and outdoors. These facilities support a range of physical activities and team sports. The campus emphasises physical development as part of its holistic education.

Academic Facilities
Early Years uses a high-quality dual pathway and a dynamic curriculum emphasizing social, emotional and personal skills. Private National School offers a comprehensive and tailored curriculum. Academic terms run in two semesters, January to May and June to December. On-campus facilities include a library, a hall, science labs, a music room, a makerspace, an art room, a culinary lab and a sewing room, and there is a halal cafeteria with vegetarian options. Cambridge IGCSE examinations are offered, with notable results such as a 'Top in the World' grade in Mathematics and 11As (9A+, 2A).

Extra Curricular Facilities
Additional language classes include Mandarin, Arabic, French and Tamil. Cambridge IGCSE examinations are offered, with notable results such as a 'Top in the World' grade in Mathematics and 11As (9A+, 2A). Extracurricular achievements include a first-place finish at the Trinity College Inter-School Public Speaking Competition and recognition in the NASA International Space Essay Competition. An ambassador team represented Malaysia at the 2018 Be the Change Conference in Taiwan.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
REAL Shah Alam achieves Cambridge IGCSE excellence, including a Top in the World grade in Mathematics. 11 As (9A+, 2A) were recorded in IGCSE. SPM results include 10 As and 9 As among top performers. The NASA International Space Essay Competition recognises Best Performers among REAL Schools students.

Social & Hobbies
Students participate in competitive activities including Basketball Championship (MSSM), where REAL Schools Shah Alam has champions. They also compete in the National Youth Chess Championship, where Hao Loong won a silver medal. The school has also earned recognition in national competitions such as the NASA International Space Essay Competition.

Community & Service
Design for Change is a featured activity where students identify community needs and develop solutions. The school fosters social responsibility through project-based community service initiatives. These activities provide opportunities to collaborate with peers, mentors, and local communities, building empathy and problem-solving skills.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership is fostered through a prefectorial board and Junior Head Prefect roles. An ambassador team represented Malaysia at the 2018 Be the Change Conference in Taiwan. The school also celebrates student achievements in public speaking, including First Place at the Trinity College Inter-School Public Speaking Competition.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
REAL Shah Alam campus features the REAL Schools Arena, a football field, and a swimming pool for student wellness and athletic activities. These facilities support sport participation, fitness, and well-being as part of the extracurricular life.
Languages

Language Provision
Beyond English, Mandarin, Arabic, French and Tamil are offered as additional language classes. The school has a Chinese Studies Programme. Arabic and Islamic Studies are offered as part of the Special Programmes.
Reputation

Awards
SKIPS Award (2024) — Private Education Quality Standard Certificate (Sijil Standard Kualiti Pendidikan Swasta); 5-star Award — awarded to REAL Schools Shah Alam National Secondary School and REAL Schools Johor Bahru National Secondary School; 4-star Award — awarded to REAL Schools Cheras National Secondary School; SPM Straight A's (2023) — Malaysian Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia with straight A grades; 10As Student; 9As Student; NASA International Space Essay Competition; Best Performers; Trinity College Inter-School Public Speaking Competition; Cambridge IGCSE examinations — Top in the World grade in Mathematics; Cambridge IGCSE examinations — 11As (9A+, 2A); Cambridge IGCSE examinations — 29th SEA Games Gold medal winner (short track speed skating).

Accreditations
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Admissions

Admissions
Step 1 ENQUIRY: Please click the enquiry form link or scan the QR Code at the school and fill in the form. The Marketing and Admissions Department will contact you to arrange a school tour and consultation and to help you complete the Enquiry Form for the next step, Assessment and Interview. The non-refundable Assessment Fee must be paid, and proof of payment submitted by email or in person. Payment can be made in cash, by cheque or bank draft, or by bank transfer. Step 2 ASSESSMENT AND INTERVIEW: Applicants are scheduled for an assessment after the enquiry form is completed and the assessment fee paid. The assessment content varies by year group and may include a meeting with a member of the academic staff to determine placement and educational needs. After the initial assessment and interview there is a personal interview with the school principal to assess overall suitability. Step 3 ENROLMENT: If the application is successful, a Letter of Offer is issued. To accept the offer, payment of the required fees stated in the Letter of Offer must be paid before the expiry date. The completed Admission Kit and all Supporting Documents must be submitted before enrolment, and Registration Fee and Deposit must be paid before enrolment. The Admission Checklist includes documentation such as the Application for Admission Form, Health Record Form, Deposit Refund Consent Letter, Model and Testimonial Release Form, 1x birth certificate or passport or IC, 1x most recent school report and leaving certificate, passport sized photographs for the student and for both parents, Guardian's Letter of Appointment if applicable, a non-refundable Registration Fee, and a refundable Deposit.

Scholarships
TAGS Scholarship is funded by REAL Schools shareholders and was established in 2021 in collaboration with REAL Schools to provide high-potential deserving students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to pursue and complete secondary education at REAL National Schools in Cheras or Shah Alam. The scholarship offers a full tuition from Form 1 to Form 5, extra-curricular activities fees, meals and transportation allowances, and books, stationery and uniform. Eligible applicants are Malaysian current standard 6 students with an excellent academic record, strong leadership qualities, and active involvement in cocurricular and/or volunteering activities, with priority given to low income households and high needs backgrounds. Scholarship Timeline includes Application Period November–December 2023, School assessment and interview in January 2024, notification of successful candidates in February 2024, and Scholars beginning Form 1 in 2024. Scholars study at REAL Schools Shah Alam Campus and benefit from a Malaysian National Curriculum education and the 1-to-1 Apple iPad learning programme.
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