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Tuition fees by year group (termly and annual amounts) - Nursery: Term RM 5,867 — Annual RM 17,601. - Reception: Term RM 6,647 — Annual RM 19,941. - Year 1: Term RM 8,407 — Annual RM 25,221. - Year 2: Term RM 8,407 — Annual RM 25,221. - Year 3: Term RM 10,043 — Annual RM 30,129. - Year 4: Term RM 10,043 — Annual RM 30,129. - Year 5: Term RM 10,043 — Annual RM 30,129. - Year 6: Term RM 11,383 — Annual RM 34,149. - Year 7: Term RM 12,710 — Annual RM 38,130. - Year 8: Term RM 12,710 — Annual RM 38,130. - Year 9: Term RM 14,717 — Annual RM 44,151. - Year 10: Term RM 16,347 — Annual RM 49,041. - Year 11: Term RM 26,246 (charged for 2 terms; annual equivalent RM 52,492).
Resource, Technology and Other compulsory levies - Resource fee (annual): - Nursery–Year 2: RM 1,350. - Year 3–Year 6: RM 1,550. - Year 7–Year 9: RM 1,850. - Year 10–Year 11: RM 2,150. - Technology fee (one‑off): RM 2,200. - Cyber security fee (one‑off, non‑refundable; applies from Year 3 onwards): RM 250. - Locker deposit (refundable): RM 50.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are invoiced three times per academic year and are payable at the commencement of each term. The billing instalments are due in August, January and April. Tuition may also be paid annually. - When paying termly, fees are due 7 days before the commencement of each term; when paying annually, fees are due 7 days before the commencement of the academic year.
Deposit, refunds and withdrawal notice - Deposit amount: based on the term fee (previous published schedules indicate a deposit equivalent to 50% of one term's fee). The deposit is a one‑time payment payable on issuance of the Letter of Acceptance. - Refund conditions for the deposit: refundable provided one academic term's written notice of withdrawal is given, or when the student graduates, subject to the school's refund process. Registration and application fees are non‑refundable. Resource fees and some one‑off levies are charged annually and are non‑refundable.
What tuition does not include / other payable items - The tuition fee excludes the cost of books, examination fees, field trips, school lunches, uniform, transportation and certain co‑curricular activities. Separate charges apply for paid CCA options, study trips, EAL/learning support where applicable, and external examination fees.
Boarding fees - No boarding fees are listed for this campus; day schooling fees and related levies are shown. (No boarding provision is specified in the fee schedule.)
Late payment and penalties - A late payment charge of 5% per annum may be applied on outstanding fees not paid by the 15th day after the commencement of the new school term. All fees quoted exclude applicable taxes; any taxes that apply are payable in addition to the fees.
Payment methods and instalment options - Acceptable payment methods: cheque payable to KK Straits International Education Sdn Bhd; bank transfer (account details provided by the school); credit card payment in person at the School Finance Office. A 0% instalment plan (3 / 6 / 12 months) is available for Maybank credit cards. For bank transfers, proof of transaction should be sent to the school's finance department so invoices can be updated as paid.
Summary of key points to note for parents - Application and registration fees are payable up front and are non‑refundable. Deposits are payable on acceptance and are refundable with one term's written notice of withdrawal or on graduation. Tuition is invoiced three times a year (August, January, April) and must be paid before each term. Additional costs for uniforms, books, meals, transport, external exams and optional activities are charged separately. Year 11 tuition is charged across two terms and will appear as a higher per‑term amount.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Application. Submit a completed and signed Application Form, a signed Personal Data Protection Act notice, a signed SBIS Fee Category & Agreement, and the required documents listed in the admissions checklist, together with an Application Fee of RM1,200. The Application Fee covers administrative admission for the term and academic year applied for and is non-transferable and non-refundable. Payment may be made by cash, cheque (payable to LANG EDUCATION SDN BHD), online payment, credit card, or JomPay.
2. Assessment. The admissions department will schedule an entrance examination and interview for prospective students. Reception (Early Years) candidates undergo a written assessment plus an interview with the Deputy Principal/Head of School and a classroom observation. Primary candidates take an English and Maths entrance exam and participate in an interview plus classroom observation (for Year 1). Secondary candidates undertake an English, Maths and Science entrance exam and an interview. Admission depends on place availability, the student's previous or current school records, and satisfactory performance in the assessments. International students require a valid Student Pass or Dependent Pass, and the school may contact the previous school for references.
3. Review. After the assessments (and any required external references) are completed, decisions are typically made within 5–7 working days, though this may extend during periods of high application volume. The school may request additional information if needed.
4. Confirmation of Acceptance. A Letter of Offer or Conditional Letter of Offer is issued to successful applicants. Acceptance requires payment of the Registration Fee (RM8,000), a refundable Deposit, and the Term Fee within the timeline stated in the Offer. If unsuccessful, the applicant is informed of the reasons and no place is offered.
5. Pricing and documents. Pricing includes a RM1,200 application fee, a RM8,000 registration fee, and a refundable deposit equal to one term of school fee. Tuition Fee and Resources Fee are payable in 3 terms. The Deposit is refundable with written withdrawal notice submitted one term before the start of a new academic year/term and deposits are topped up as the student progresses to Years 1, 4, 7, and 10.
FAQs
In which country is Straits International School Bestari located?
Straits International School Bestari is located in Malaysia. The data provided identifies the region as Malaysia, though exact street or campus details aren't listed here.
What levels or year groups does the school serve?
The school offers education from Nursery through Year 11, so with Early Years, Primary, and Secondary levels up to Year 11.
Is Straits International School Bestari a day school or does it offer boarding?
The data shows day schooling fees and there is no boarding provision listed for this campus.
What are the registration and tuition fee ranges for the school?
Registration fees are RM6,000 for Early Years, RM7,000 for Primary, and RM8,000 for Secondary. Tuition is charged per term or annually and varies by year group, with higher amounts in the senior years.
How are tuition fees billed throughout the year?
Tuition fees are invoiced three times per academic year and are payable at the start of each term. The standard invoicing months are August, January, and April, with options to pay termly or annually.
What is the deposit policy when accepting a place?
A refundable deposit equal to one term of the school fee is payable on the issuance of the Letter of Acceptance. The deposit is refundable if one term's written withdrawal notice is given or at graduation.
What costs are not included in the tuition fee?
Tuition does not include books, examination fees, field trips, school lunches, uniforms, transportation, and certain co‑curricular activities. Paid CCA options, study trips, and external examination fees are charged separately.
What payment methods are accepted for fees?
Fees can be paid by cheque (to KK Straits International Education Sdn Bhd), bank transfer (bank details provided by the school), or credit card in person at the Finance Office. There's a 0% installment option for Maybank credit cards.
Are there penalties for late payments?
Yes. A late payment charge of 5% per annum may be applied if fees are not paid by the 15th day after the start of a new term.
What is the structure for Year 11 tuition?
Year 11 tuition is charged across two terms and appears as a higher per‑term amount than other years.
How do I apply to Straits International School Bestari?
The admissions process involves submitting an Application Form, a signed Personal Data Protection Act notice, a signed SBIS Fee Category & Agreement, and required documents with an application fee. An entrance assessment and interview follow, then a decision within 5–7 working days. If successful, a Letter of Offer is issued and acceptance requires the Registration Fee, a refundable Deposit, and the Term Fee within the specified timeline.
What assessments are part of the admissions process?
Reception (Early Years) candidates take a written assessment plus an interview and classroom observation. Primary candidates take English and Maths entrance exams plus an interview and observation (for Year 1). Secondary candidates take English, Maths, and Science exams plus an interview.
Does the school offer scholarships or have a waitlist?
There is no information provided about scholarships or waitlists in the data.
What languages are taught at Straits International School Bestari?
English is taught as a discrete subject. Mandarin is compulsory and taught daily at the primary level. Bahasa Malaysia is part of the core curriculum. From Year 4–6, a Foreign Language is offered with options including German, Spanish, Korean, Japanese, and Mandarin (subject to change).
Is Mandarin or Bahasa Malaysia part of the core language program?
Yes. Mandarin is compulsory and taught daily at the primary level, and Bahasa Malaysia is taught as part of the core curriculum.
Are there international or bilingual program elements I should know about?
The data specifies English as a discrete subject with Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia as core language components, plus foreign language options in Years 4–6. There is no explicit mention of a formal bilingual immersion program in the provided information.
What other metrics or recognitions does the school have?
The provided data does not list accreditations or awards for Straits International School Bestari.
