Sri Kuala Lumpur School
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$5K – US$10K
Curriculum: British
Age Range: 5–16
Students: 300
Location: Subang Jaya, Kuala Lumpur
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Sri Kuala Lumpur School (Sri KL) is a British curriculum school that positions itself as 'The Malaysian School in English' with a non-elitist approach to education since 1979. However, parent reviews reveal serious concerns about bullying and preferential treatment, while the school maintains extremely limited visibility in Kuala Lumpur's competitive international education market.
Founded in 1979 with just six students in Jalan Nipah, Sri KL has evolved into an institution offering both Malaysian national curriculum and IGCSE pathways for international students. The school promotes itself as taking a non-elitist approach while using English as the primary medium of instruction. Despite operating for over four decades, Sri KL maintains minimal presence in typical expatriate education discussions and parent forums compared to established KL institutions like ISKL, Garden International, or Alice Smith School.
Parent reviews paint a concerning picture of the school environment, with specific mentions of bullying issues and preferential treatment affecting the student experience. Unlike prominent Kuala Lumpur international schools that generate extensive discussion among expatriate families seeking quality education options, Sri KL appears to serve primarily local Malaysian families rather than the broader international community. The school's academic performance data and specific fee structures remain unclear from public sources, making detailed comparison with other KL schools challenging.
What parents value
- –Long-established institution operating since 1979
- –Dual curriculum offering both Malaysian national and IGCSE pathways
- –English-medium instruction with Malaysian values integration
- –Non-elitist educational philosophy
Points of consideration
- –Parent reviews cite bullying and preferential treatment concerns
- –Limited visibility compared to established KL international schools
- –Minimal presence in expatriate education forums and discussions
- –Academic outcomes and fee structures not readily available for comparison
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5,760 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5,962 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6,163 |
| Year 4 | 8 | 6,339 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6,540 |
| Year 6 | 10 | 6,766 |
| Year 7 | 11 | 8,351 |
| Year 8 | 12 | 8,854 |
| Year 9 | 13 | 9,458 |
| Year 10 | 14 | 10,213 |
| Year 11 | 15 | 10,942 |
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 | 151 |
| Registration Fee (Primary) | 1,258 |
| Registration Fee (Secondary) | 1,761 |
| Refundable Security Deposit (Primary) | 1,761 |
| Refundable Security Deposit (Secondary) | 3,018 |
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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
Hanif Othman Merican - Chief Executive Officer
Hanif Othman Merican serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Sri Kuala Lumpur School, a position overseeing the not-for-profit institution wholly owned by Othman Merican Educational Development Berhad. He is the son of the school's founder, the late Tan Sri Dato' Ir.
