Johor Bahru International School Fees Comparison 2025–2026
Johor Bahru International School Fees Comparison
Comparing international school fees in Johor Bahru helps families choose the right school for their budget and curriculum. This guide compares schools across budget, mid-tier and premium bands with indicative annual tuition in RM.
Fee bands at a glance (primary, annual, indicative)
| Band | Annual tuition (primary) | Example schools |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | RM 35,000–55,000 | Raffles American School, Excelsior International, Star International |
| Mid-tier | RM 60,000–95,000 | Marlborough College Malaysia, Austin Heights, Sunway International |
| Premium | RM 95,000–160,000+ | Marlborough College Malaysia (senior), British International School JB |
Budget schools comparison
Raffles American School, Excelsior International School and Star International School typically sit in the RM 35,000–55,000 range for primary. Curricula include British, IB and American. Fees rise in secondary and exam years.
Mid-tier schools comparison
Marlborough College Malaysia, Austin Heights International School and Sunway International School offer primary fees around RM 65,000–95,000 per year. Secondary and IGCSE/IBDP can be RM 95,000–130,000. Strong curricula and facilities.
Premium schools comparison
Marlborough College Malaysia (senior years) and British International School Johor Bahru sit at the premium end. Primary RM 95,000–140,000; secondary/IBDP RM 120,000–165,000+ per year. Extensive facilities and university placement.
What to add beyond tuition
Include registration, capital development, learning support, EAL and board exam fees. Service Tax may apply on fees above RM 60,000—check current rules. See our Malaysia fees guide and Hidden Fees guide.
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