Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
330 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
Malaysia, Korea, China, United Kingdom, USA, Thailand, India and Japan. |
| Most common nationality |
Malaysian |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
5.5:1 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
All the expatriate staff are native English speakers. The local staff have a very high standard of English spoken and written. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
In Primary, we provide additional in class English support for students who need help with language proficiency. In Secondary, we offer the English Language Learning Academy programme, which provides intensive, small-group English support to help students build proficiency and transition successfully into our fully English-medium curriculum. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin |
| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Average number of students per class |
Currently 18. |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes in the Primary School in EYFS, Year 1 and Year 2 |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
All classrooms are equipped with either an Imago interactive board or a Samsung TV with Apple TV connectivity. From Year 5 to Year 11, students follow a BYOD policy using their own iPads. As a Microsoft School, we use Microsoft Teams to share content, archive learning materials, and manage assignments. Technology is fully integrated in classrooms to enhance learning, support research, independent study, and the creation of learning evidence such as videos, presentations, documents, and design projects. Students also use applications like Tinkercad and PhET to strengthen their understanding, while Primary students use ClassDojo for communication and engagement. Our STEAM-based learning and projects use technology as a tool to solve real world problems and are aligned with ISTE Educational Technology Standards. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes, our school is fully prepared to use virtual classroom technologies. In situations like COVID-19 quarantines, we can seamlessly continue lessons through online video conferencing, ensuring students stay engaged and learning progresses without disruption. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Yes, Muslim students at our school follow the government’s policy of 2 hours of Islamic lessons per week. No other religions are taught at the school. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Students who do not follow Islam or any religion are not required to attend the Islamic lessons and are provided with alternative supervised activities during that time. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Students from Year 3 to Year 10 Complete an CATs 4 GL assessment as an entrance test to the school.
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| Results in these examinations |
Last year in IGCSE, 78% of students achieved A to C grades*, 74% achieved A to A grades*, and the overall student passing rate was 98%. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Primary homework is usually a practice homework: spelling, writing etc. Secondary homework is set in each subject except PE and Swimming. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Primary 20 Minutes. Secondary Year 7 to 9 2 pieces a day total not exceeding 45 minutes for each. Secondary Year 10 to Year 11 usually 2 pieces a day the length more variable. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes, our school offers Autism Inclusion Classes (AIC) for Primary students from Year 1 to Year 6, providing a structured, nurturing, and individualised learning environment that supports each child’s strengths, life skills, confidence, and independence. |
| Learning support offered |
The Autism Inclusion Classes (AIC) at Sri KDU Klang for Year 1 to Year 6 provide students with individualised learning plans, small classes with specialist teachers, structured pathways to integrate into mainstream classes, sensory‑friendly spaces, holistic support for communication, independence and wellbeing, and close collaboration with teachers and families to ensure each child thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Our school supports gifted, able, and talented students through differentiated learning, enrichment programs, and opportunities for advanced projects and competitions, ensuring they are challenged, engaged, and able to reach their full potential academically, creatively, and personally. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes, our school provides support through an on‑site school counsellor for all students, as well as therapists and a SENCo specifically for Autism Inclusion Classes (AIC) students. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
The school has entry requirements for both Primary and Secondary. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
EYFS applicants complete a readiness test through a physical observation class, while Year 1 to Year 10 applicants sit the CAT4 GL assessment appropriate to their chronological age. |
| Waiting list |
Yes — there is a waiting list for some levels at our school. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We offer a rolling entry. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:45am |
| School finish time |
4:00pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
The school opens at 8:15 am with staff on site to supervise, and after 4:00 pm, students may remain in a designated waiting area under adult supervision. |
| School bus service available |
We have private transporters. |
| School provided lunches |
Food is available for students to purchase during break and lunch, or parents can buy a meal plan through our Vircle App. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, we offer alternative food options for students with special diets, including vegan, Asian and Western, halal, and nut‑free meals. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Our school offers CCA and ECA programs before and after school, including sports (football, basketball, climbing), creative clubs (dance, art, drama, choir), STEAM activities, and paid options like robotics and martial arts, helping students develop skills, confidence, and teamwork. |
| Sports activities included |
The physical education curriculum and sports programmes include activities such as Health‑related fitness, Badminton, Basketball, Volleyball, Athletics, Frisbee, Softball / T‑Ball and Swimming, supported by facilities like a swimming pool, futsal and basketball courts, football field, running track and climbing wall to promote fitness, teamwork and sportsmanship. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, our school has sports teams and student participation in competitions; students are selected to represent the school in team sports such as football, basketball, athletics, gymnastics, swimming, volleyball, futsal, and track and field events, and have competed in district‑level competitions like MSSD (Majlis Sukan Sekolah‑Sekolah Daerah) in sports including taekwondo, badminton, basketball, athletics, gymnastics, swimming, volleyball, futsal, and track and field. |
| Facilities at the school |
From August 2026 onward, our school will also offer boarding facilities in addition to our wide range of student facilities, which include Art Studios, Music Rooms (band and electronic piano), Dance Studio, Black Box Drama Room, Design Technology Labs (x2), Large Maker Space, Physics Labs (x2), Chemistry Labs (x2), Biology Labs (x2), Junior Science Lab, Multipurpose Lab, Culinary Lab, ICT Labs (x2), AV Studio, and a Multipurpose Hall for sports, assemblies, concerts, and productions. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Our school’s sports facilities include a swimming pool, football field, futsal and basketball courts, running track, climbing wall, and spaces for athletics and other physical activities, supporting both curriculum PE lessons and competitive sports. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Sri KDU International School, Klang is a safe, happy, and successful international school that fosters academic excellence, creativity, and character development, while promoting leadership and digital leadership across the whole school. Each student is valued as an individual and supported holistically to understand themselves and the world around them through subjects and opportunities, including STEAM learning, co-curricular activities, and personalised support for gifted students and those with special learning needs. Our school cultivates confidence, independence, and global-mindedness, preparing students to become positive members of the global society who can embrace and use technology effectively in their future endeavours. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Sri KDU International School, Klang follows a student-centred and inquiry-based teaching approach that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity. Lessons are designed to be interactive and engaging, integrating STEAM, digital tools, and real-world problem solving. Teachers provide personalised support to meet individual learning needs, challenge gifted students, and guide those requiring additional help. The approach emphasises holistic development, combining academic learning with life skills, leadership, collaboration, and global awareness to prepare students for success in an international environment. |