Cempaka International School Damansara Heights
- IGCSE
- A Level
- Own curriculum
Per yearabout USD 6.65K–18.8K
MYR 27K–76.2K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-01)
About
International school for students aged 2 to 18 in Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur. Early childhood, primary, secondary and pre-university classes share one campus. Uses the Finnish school model and British IGCSE and A Level programmes.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IGCSE · A Level · Own curriculum
Ages
Ages 2–18
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 1983
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Michelia Early Childhood (Half-day Programme) | MYR 27,000≈ USD 6.65K |
| Michelia Early Childhood (Full-day Programme) | MYR 33,000≈ USD 8.13K |
| Year 1 & Year 2 | MYR 59,400≈ USD 14.6K |
| Year 3 & Year 4 | MYR 63,840≈ USD 15.7K |
| Year 5 & Year 6 | MYR 69,990≈ USD 17.2K |
| Year 7 (Freshman) & Year 8 (Sophomore 1) | MYR 76,170≈ USD 18.8K |
| Year 9 (Sophomore 2) | MYR 59,700≈ USD 14.7K |
| Year 10 (Junior 1) & Year 11 (Junior 2) | MYR 72,600≈ USD 17.9K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Michelia Early Childhood (Half-day Programme) | MYR 27,000 (about USD 6.65K) |
| Michelia Early Childhood (Full-day Programme) | MYR 33,000 (about USD 8.13K) |
| Year 1 & Year 2 | MYR 59,400 (about USD 14.6K) |
| Year 3 & Year 4 | MYR 63,840 (about USD 15.7K) |
| Year 5 & Year 6 | MYR 69,990 (about USD 17.2K) |
| Year 7 (Freshman) & Year 8 (Sophomore 1) | MYR 76,170 (about USD 18.8K) |
| Year 9 (Sophomore 2) | MYR 59,700 (about USD 14.7K) |
| Year 10 (Junior 1) & Year 11 (Junior 2) | MYR 72,600 (about USD 17.9K) |
Source: school website (cempaka.notion.site) · checked 2026-11-01 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Cempaka International School Damansara Heights (this school) | MYR 27,000 (about USD 6.65K) | MYR 76,170 (about USD 18.8K) |
| The British International School of Kuala Lumpur | MYR 58,935 (about USD 14.5K) | MYR 127,605 (about USD 31.4K) |
| Mont'Kiara International School | MYR 36,520 (about USD 9K) | MYR 130,540 (about USD 32.2K) |
| UCSI International School Kuala Lumpur | MYR 23,250 (about USD 5.73K) | MYR 49,200 (about USD 12.1K) |
| Garden International School | MYR 52,440 (about USD 12.9K) | MYR 126,870 (about USD 31.3K) |
| Asia Pacific International School | MYR 25,026 (about USD 6.17K) | MYR 56,535 (about USD 13.9K) |
Source: school website (cempaka.notion.site) · checked 2026-11-01 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
Per term · Across grades
Michelia Early Childhood (Half-day Programme) → Year 10 (Junior 1) & Year 11 (Junior 2)
| Cempaka International School Damansara Heights · Per term | |
|---|---|
| Michelia Early Childhood (Half-day Programme) | 9,000 |
| Michelia Early Childhood (Full-day Programme) | 11,000 |
| Year 1 & Year 2 | 19,800 |
| Year 3 & Year 4 | 21,280 |
| Year 5 & Year 6 | 23,330 |
| Year 7 (Freshman) & Year 8 (Sophomore 1) | 25,390 |
| Year 9 (Sophomore 2) | 19,900 |
| Year 10 (Junior 1) & Year 11 (Junior 2) | 24,200 |
| Grade | Per term |
|---|---|
| Michelia Early Childhood (Half-day Programme) | MYR 9,000 |
| Michelia Early Childhood (Full-day Programme) | MYR 11,000 |
| Year 1 & Year 2 | MYR 19,800 |
| Year 3 & Year 4 | MYR 21,280 |
| Year 5 & Year 6 | MYR 23,330 |
| Year 7 (Freshman) & Year 8 (Sophomore 1) | MYR 25,390 |
| Year 9 (Sophomore 2) | MYR 19,900 |
| Year 10 (Junior 1) & Year 11 (Junior 2) | MYR 24,200 |
The school's document states 3 payments per year.
One-off costs
- Application fee
- MYR 1,000
- Enrolment fee
- MYR 12,000
- Deposit
- MYR 15,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-09). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-01)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIGCSE · A Level
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Performing arts
- Sport
- Service
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Sports
- Sports programmes
Arts
- Drama
- Dance
- Performing arts
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More details
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Academics
Curriculum
Built on the Finnish school model, with early childhood learning inspired by Reggio Emilia, progressing to British IGCSE and A Level examinations.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
States that students achieve strong IGCSE and A Level results and secure places at universities abroad.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
A family-founded school marking its 45th year, stating it keeps its original identity and mission.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
Highlights performing arts activities such as drama and dance.
- Drama
- Dance
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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