Help International School, Kuala Lumpur
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$5K – US$14K
Curriculum: British
Age Range: 3–18
Students: 1,300
Location: Shah Alam, Kuala Lumpur
Updated February 2026
In Brief
HELP International School Kuala Lumpur is a rapidly growing British curriculum school established in 2014, serving 1,400 students from 25 nationalities in Shah Alam. While the school has achieved several accreditations and tech awards during its decade of operation, it receives minimal discussion in international school forums compared to Kuala Lumpur's established institutions.
Founded in 2014 as part of the HELP Education Group, HIS KL has expanded from 500 students in its inaugural year to 1,400 students currently, making it one of Malaysia's fastest-growing international schools. Located in Subang Bestari, Shah Alam, the school follows the National Curriculum of England with Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level programmes. The school uses CAT4 assessments for admissions and tracks academic progress through regular testing from Years 3 through 9.
HIS KL has earned several recognitions including a 5-Star SKIPS rating from Malaysia's Ministry of Education, Apple Distinguished School status in 2017 and 2019, and IPC accreditation with Mastery in International Mindedness in 2018. The school is an associate member of FOBISIA and pursuing full accreditation with the Council of International Schools. Despite these achievements, HIS KL operates with notably low visibility in teacher and parent discussions compared to Kuala Lumpur's prominent international schools like ISKL, Alice Smith, or the British schools that dominate regional forums.
What parents value
- –Rapid growth from 500 to 1,400 students suggests parent satisfaction
- –Multiple accreditations including 5-Star SKIPS rating from Malaysian Ministry of Education
- –Apple Distinguished School recognition indicates strong technology integration
- –British curriculum with established Cambridge qualifications
- –Diverse student body representing 25 nationalities
- –Part of established HELP Education Group with university connections
Points of consideration
- –Minimal presence in international school community discussions
- –Limited information available about university placement outcomes
- –Newer institution compared to established Kuala Lumpur schools
- –Located in Shah Alam rather than central Kuala Lumpur
- –No detailed information about facilities or fee structure publicly available
- –Rapid growth may create operational challenges
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool 1 | 4 | 6,014 |
| Preschool 2 | 4 | 6,014 |
| Year 1 | 5 | 9,886 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 9,886 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 10,459 |
| Year 4 | 8 | 12,021 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 12,021 |
| Year 6 | 10 | 12,021 |
| Year 7 | 11 | 14,089 |
| Year 8 | 12 | 14,338 |
| Year 9 | 13 | 15,470 |
| Year 10 | 14 | 15,772 |
| Year 11 | 15 | 15,772 |
| A-Level | 16 | 9,559 |
Fees converted from MYR. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | 252 |
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Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Kuala Lumpur's international schools serve a diverse community of expat and Malaysian families. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
Mr. Martin Van Rijswijk - Principal
Martin Van Rijswijk has over 30 years of teaching and educational experience, including more than 20 years in school leadership positions across international schools in New Zealand, Malaysia, Thailand, Egypt, and Germany.
