Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
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1. Online Application
Parents start by filling out the school’s online admissions form to secure a seat. The form must be completed accurately to avoid delays. This step initiates the process, and applicants should ensure all details, including supporting documentation, are correctly entered.
2. Entry Test
After submission, the school contacts parents within two days to arrange a placement test.
Primary & Secondary: Students take a Cambridge Placement Test in English and Mathematics and attend an AIQ Interview (Arabic, Islamic Studies & Quran).
Early Childhood: Applicants undergo an Academic Interview.
3. Agreement
Within two days of the entry test, parents receive results and are invited to sign an admission agreement. At this point, families confirm their child’s place and complete final steps such as fee payment and documentation.
4. Welcome and Orientation
The child is officially enrolled and invited to the Spectrum Onboarding Program, which is run before the start of the school year. Parents receive further guidance to ensure a smooth transition.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding a waitlist.
The school does not publicly disclose information about scholarship programmes or financial aid.
Spectrum International School’s Kuala Lumpur campus, located in Kenny Hill, opened in 2016 and welcomes students aged 3 to 18 across Early Childhood, Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form stages. The school follows a British curriculum, integrating Cambridge Primary and Secondary, IGCSE, and A Levels, alongside Islamic education. The campus features modern learning spaces—including interactive classrooms, science & ICT labs, a media library, art studio, gym, and a swimming pool for KG to Year 6 learners. Students can enrich their experience through STEAM, Chess, Drama, Debating, Cooking, Gardening, and sports like Swimming, Taekwondo, Futsal, and Archery. Leadership opportunities and community programmes, such as the Ramadan Food Basket initiative, underscore its focus on values and service. Transportation services are available across Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, and languages taught include English, Arabic, and Bahasa Malaysia.
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