Malaysia, Johor Bahru
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Stellar International School is located at Puteri Harbour in Iskandar Puteri, part of the Johor Bahru district in southern Malaysia. This area is a growing waterfront township. It is situated close to popular landmarks like Legoland Malaysia, Puteri Harbour Marina, and Medini. The school is a short drive from the Malaysia–Singapore Second Link, making it accessible for families commuting from Singapore.
While public transportation options in Iskandar Puteri are still developing, the area is serviced by Causeway Link buses and other private shuttle services connecting to Johor Bahru city and surrounding neighborhoods.
Stellar International School (SIS) is divided into four main educational levels: Preschool, Primary, Lower Secondary, and Upper Secondary.
Stellar International School is a co-educational day school. It does not offer any boarding facilities.
SIS offers tailored academic assistance through its Intensive Foundation Programme (IFP), designed to help newly enrolled students acclimate to the school's learning environment and culture. Additionally, the school provides support classes in various subjects to assist students in assimilating into mainstream classes and to offer opportunities for supplementary learning through project-based activities .
The school does not have a country affiliation.
The school operates as a non-denominational institution, welcoming students from diverse religious backgrounds.
Preschool Schedule
Morning Session
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Arrival and waiting time
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Assembly, Edible Garden activities, Physical Exercise, Free Play, or Music & Movement
9:00 AM – 9:40 AM: Classroom learning – subjects include English, Chinese, Malay, Phonics, Mathematics, Art & Craft, Science, or Creative Play
9:40 AM – 10:00 AM: Snack time
10:00 AM – 10:40 AM: Continued classroom learning (same subject areas as above)
10:40 AM – 11:20 AM: More subject-based learning and exploration activities
11:20 AM – 12:00 PM: Blended learning including storytelling, music, sensorial play, or other subject-based sessions
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Lunch break
Afternoon Session
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Arrival for afternoon students and opening activities such as assembly, Edible Garden, or Music & Movement
12:30 PM – 1:10 PM: Core subject lessons – English, Chinese, Malay, Phonics, Mathematics, Art & Craft, Science, or Creative Play
1:10 PM – 1:50 PM: Additional learning and enrichment such as storytelling, sensorial play, or free play
1:50 PM – 2:10 PM: Snack time
2:10 PM – 2:50 PM: Continued classroom learning (core subjects and creative play)
2:50 PM – 3:30 PM: Subject-based learning continues
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Closing activities – Assembly, outdoor or physical exercise, Free Play, or Music & Movement
There is no publicly available information for the day structure of Primary, Lower Secondary, and Upper Secondary.
The school offers transportation service in partnership with an independent transport company, offering bus and van services for students. The availability of routes is determined based on the number of registrations and discussions with parents, ensuring coverage aligns with student needs .
Application Fee: RM500 (one-time, non-refundable)
Enrolment Fee: RM2,000 (one-time, non-refundable)
Annual Miscellaneous Fees: RM1,500
Annual Tuition Fees:
Preschool: RM14,400
Year 1: RM15,360
Year 7: RM20,160
Year 11: RM23,760
Return Policy
Application Fee: A one-time, non-refundable application fee is required upon submission of the application form.
Enrolment Fee: Upon acceptance of the offer, a non-refundable enrolment fee must be paid to secure a place in the school.
Security Deposit: A refundable security deposit equivalent to one term's fees is required. This deposit is refundable upon withdrawal, provided that the school’s withdrawal procedures are followed.
Stellar International School (SIS), founded in 2016 and located in Puteri Harbour, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, provides education for students aged 3 to 18. The school follows a blend of the Singapore National Curriculum, the Cambridge International Curriculum, and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Its city campus offers well-equipped science labs, music and art rooms, and sports facilities. SIS places a strong focus on English, Maths, and Science through its Preparatory School Programme and integrates STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) into classroom learning. Outside of academics, SIS emphasizes character development and practical learning. Students are encouraged to explore beyond textbooks with project-based assignments and creative problem-solving activities.
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