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Aspiration International School Kuala Lumpur
Dual-pathway IB and Cambridge British-curriculum school in Kuala Lumpur, running from age 3 to 16.
In brief
Aspiration International School has taught in Kuala Lumpur since 2006, running IB programmes alongside a British pathway with Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel qualifications, for pupils aged 3–16. It is registered with Malaysia's schools inspectorate, the JNJK, and Frauline Stella Fernando, an educator with over 17 years' experience, heads the secondary school. Annual fees run from MYR 14,400 in the first kindergarten year to MYR 40,500 by Grade 10.
Public opinion on the school is polarised. Satisfied parents describe small classes, a campus they call new and welcoming, and a culture that does not chase straight As in every subject; one said the experience had been worry-free and described feeling proud of the school. Several teachers are singled out as passionate.
The complaints concentrate on management. Parents report dismissive communication and a leadership style short on empathy, and one wrote of a toxic administration, heavy reliance on intern teachers, and poor coordination between teams. Staff accounts echo the theme, citing internal politics, micromanagement, and an owner viewed as overreaching.
Fees
Annual fees
| Year level | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten 1 | 3 | MYR 14,400 |
| Kindergarten 2 | 4 | MYR 18,000 |
| Kindergarten 3 | 5 | MYR 21,600 |
| Grade 1 | 6 | MYR 22,800 |
| Grade 2 | 7 | MYR 24,000 |
| Grade 3 | 8 | MYR 25,200 |
| Grade 4 | 9 | MYR 26,400 |
| Grade 5 | 10 | MYR 27,600 |
| Grade 6 | 11 | MYR 32,400 |
| Grade 7 | 12 | MYR 34,500 |
| Grade 8 | 13 | MYR 36,000 |
| Grade 9 | 14 | MYR 38,400 |
| Grade 10 | 15 | MYR 40,500 |
One-time fees
| Item | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | MYR 300 | |
| Registration Fee | MYR 2,000 | |
| Refundable Deposit | MYR 5,000 |
Reviews
- Reviews from parents and staff are polarised between satisfied parents and pointed complaints about how the school is run.
- Positive reviews highlight small classes, a campus described as new and welcoming, and a culture that does not push straight As across every subject. One parent said they felt proud of the school and described a worry-free experience.
- Negative reviews concentrate on management. One parent said the school's management lacks empathy and that communication is dismissive, leaving parents feeling unheard. Another wrote of a toxic administration, many intern teachers, and a lack of communication between teams.
- Staff echo the management theme, describing politics, micromanagement, and an owner viewed as overreaching.
Positives
- Class size and atmosphere. Small classes, new campus, and a culture parents describe as low-pressure on grades.
Considerations
- Management and communication. Recurring parent and staff complaints about dismissive communication, internal politics and weak coordination between teams.
- Teaching staff. Some parents praise passionate teachers; critics flag a heavy reliance on intern teachers.
Leadership
Ms. Frauline Stella Fernando
Ms. Frauline Fernando is the Head of Secondary School at Aspiration International School. She holds a Diploma in TESOL (Grade A) from the London Teacher Training College, an Honors Degree in Computer Science from University Sains Malaysia, and a Master's Degree in Education (Education Management) from Open University Malaysia. Her professional background includes serving as an English Language Teacher at ELS Malaysia. With over 17 years of experience in education, Ms. Fernando is a passionate educator who champions technology-infused teaching and a holistic curriculum. She is committed to fostering an environment where students develop critical thinking, creativity, and leadership skills, preparing them for the challenges of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and global citizenship.
Accreditations
- MY_JNJK 01
Location
29868, Lorong Datuk Sulaiman 1,, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia