Malaysia, Johor Bahru
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1. Arrange a school tour or information session.
The school welcomes prospective families to visit the campus and meet with staff. Tours can be scheduled directly with the admissions office and are a good opportunity to ask specific questions and observe the learning environment.
2. Submit application documents.
Parents must complete the registration form and submit it along with a non-refundable RM2,500 registration fee. Supporting documents include previous academic records, a copy of the child’s birth certificate, passport or MyKad, and passport-sized photographs.
3. Assessment and interview (if applicable).
Depending on the year group, the school may conduct academic assessments or request an interview to determine placement suitability. These are generally informal for younger children and more structured for older students.
4. Placement confirmation and payment of deposit.
Once a place is offered, parents are required to confirm enrolment by paying a refundable deposit equal to one term’s tuition fee. Further information about uniforms, textbooks, and term start dates is provided after confirmation.
Sri Ara International School does not publicly advertise a waitlist or pooled admissions system.
Sri Ara International School is located at 23 Jalan Straits View in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Established in 1997, the school offers the Cambridge International curriculum, preparing students for IGCSE examinations. It caters to students from Nursery through Year 11, typically aged 3 to 17. Class sizes are intentionally small, averaging between 5 and 12 students, allowing for personalized attention. The campus includes facilities such as science and computer labs, a library, and sports areas. A distinctive feature of the school is its eco-friendly environment, with classrooms surrounded by lush greenery, providing a tranquil setting for learning. The school is co-educational and does not offer boarding facilities. English is the primary language of instruction, with Bahasa Melayu and Mandarin taught as additional languages.
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