Sayfol International School, Kuala Lumpur
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$4K – US$8K
Curriculum: British
Age Range: 2–18
Students: 1,200
Location: Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Sayfol International School Kuala Lumpur is an established British curriculum school in Ampang serving early years through A-Levels, with a custom early primary syllabus and cultural enrichment programs. However, the school maintains extremely low public visibility with minimal parent discussions or detailed information available about facilities, fees, or academic outcomes.
Founded in the 1980s and located in Ampang, Sayfol follows the British curriculum pathway from kindergarten through GCE A-Levels. The school takes a distinctive approach to early primary education, using the International Early Years Curriculum for Primary 1 students before transitioning to their custom General Knowledge Syllabus in Primary 2, which integrates geography, history, and science with art, ICT, PE, music, and Malay language. From Primary 3 onwards, the curriculum emphasizes developing self-reliance, communication confidence, creativity, and curiosity in students.
The school incorporates cultural experiences into its programming, including batik painting workshops led by local artists and summer holiday camps featuring Malaysian cultural activities. This focus on local culture alongside international education appears to be part of Sayfol's approach to providing globally-minded education rooted in Malaysian context. However, unlike many established Kuala Lumpur international schools, Sayfol generates virtually no discussion in parent forums or educational comparison sites, making it difficult to assess teaching quality, facilities, or student outcomes compared to well-known institutions like ISKL, Alice Smith, or Garden International School.
What parents value
- –Custom early primary curriculum combining international frameworks with local cultural integration
- –British curriculum pathway through to A-Levels providing clear university preparation route
- –Cultural enrichment programs including traditional Malaysian arts and crafts
- –Established presence in Malaysian international education market since the 1980s
- –Sister campus network extending to Sabah
Points of consideration
- –Extremely limited public information about fees, facilities, or academic results
- –No visible parent community discussions or reviews available online
- –Lack of clear accreditation details or examination board partnerships
- –No available data on university placement outcomes or student demographics
- –Minimal online presence compared to other established KL international schools
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Early Learners | 2 | 3,999 |
| Kindergarten | 4 | 3,999 |
| Reception | 5 | 4,251 |
| Year 1 | 5 | 4,716 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 4,943 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5,388 |
| Year 4 | 8 | 5,660 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 5,886 |
| Year 6 | 10 | 6,316 |
| Year 7 | 11 | 7,018 |
| Year 8 | 12 | 7,320 |
| Year 9 | 13 | 7,773 |
| Year 10 | 14 | 8,754 |
| Year 11 | 15 | 9,055 |
Fees converted from MYR. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Assessment Fee | 75 |
| Application Fee (Y1-Y11) | 252 |
| Registration Fee | 1,258 |
| Application & Registration Fee (Kindergarten only) | 755 |
| Re-entry Fee | 503 |
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Academic Results
2025 IGCSE candidates achieved an 80% pass rate (Instagram). High achiever highlights for May/June 2024 include students scoring 9A and 8A (School Website). University destinations mentioned as recognizing the International A-Level (IAL) programme include Imperial College London (UK), Yonsei University, and University of Seoul (South Korea), as well as institutions in Australia, Hong Kong, Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, and the US (SchoolAdvisor.
Extra Curriculars
Sports: Badminton, Basketball, Volleyball, Football, Netball, Table Tennis, Swimming, Tennis, Inline Skating, Rhythmic Gymnastics, Captain Ball, Flag Football, Taekwondo. Arts & Music: Performing Arts, Drama, Theatre Production, Pop Band, Music Band, Singing Club, Limitless Art, Odissi, Hand Lettering, Mandala Art, Zentangle. Clubs & Societies: Astronomy, Baking, Book Club, Chess, E-Sports, Business Club, Maths Club, Science Club, Photography, Model United Nations (MUN), Eco Warriors, Scouts, Mindfulness, Board Games, Scrabble, Public Speaking.
New swimming pool (completed August 2023), synthetic sports turf football field, outdoor and multipurpose basketball courts, running track, science laboratories (Biology, Physics, Chemistry), ICT labs, multimedia room, music rooms, library, multipurpose hall, playgrounds (three total), e-canteen system, medical aid room, and boarding houses (doris. school, SharifStudy, NamuWiki, Admissions Brochure). Campus size: Not published.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
- Not publicly listed.
Accreditations
- IEYC International Early Years CurriculumSayfol School Life and Pearson Edexcel accreditation for curricula & exams
- No CIS, WASC, NEASC, COBIS/BSO, ISQM published
Memberships
- NAPEI National Association of Private Educational Institutions Malaysia, National Online Safety Certified School 2021-22, Junior Award Scheme for Schools JASS, Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award
- UCAS registered centre
- No FOBISIA, EARCOS, Round Square, SEASAC, AIMS, MACS, Apple Distinguished School, HPL, Eco-Schools published
Student Body
Total enrolment: Approximately 1,200 students (Teacher Horizons, Education Destination Malaysia). Number of nationalities: 60 (School Website). Student-teacher ratio: Early Years 10:1; Kindergarten 12:1; Primary, Secondary, and A-Level 20:1 (SchoolAdvisor.
Leadership
Michelle Jane - Head of School
Born and raised in New Zealand, Michelle Jane is a seasoned educator with over 20 years of experience, beginning as a Physical & Outdoor Education teacher there before advancing through leadership roles in the UK and Malaysia over the past 12 years.
