Malaysia, Johor Bahru
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Cornerstone International School (CIS) in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, is a private international school. The school offers English-medium education from Year 1 to Year 11, preparing students for the internationally recognized International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examination offered by Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), part of the University of Cambridge, UK. The school's motto, "Shaping lives to change the world," reflects its commitment to their vision of raising a new generation of leaders to change the world. Facilities at CIS include air-conditioned classrooms, a library, science laboratories, an IT resource center, art and music rooms, a basketball court, and a canteen.
Unit 22-01, Level 22, City Plaza, No.21, Jalan Tebrau, 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Takzim, Malaysia
Cornerstone International School has 220 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.
Cornerstone International School is located within City Plaza, a prominent commercial building along Jalan Tebrau. This central location places the school in the heart of the city, surrounded by various amenities, including shopping centers, eateries, and other educational institutions.
The school's central location ensures connectivity via public
transportation. Numerous bus routes operate along Jalan Tebrau, providing easy access to and from different parts of Johor Bahru. Additionally, the area is well-served by taxis and ride-hailing services.
Primary, Secondary
Cornerstone International School is a co-educational day school. Boarding facilities are not offered.
The school does not have publicly available information on additional learning support.
The school is not affiliated with any country.
The school is not affiliated with any religion, it is a secular school.
The school does not have publicly available information on their day structure.
Cornerstone International School operates its own fleet of well-maintained buses. Each bus is equipped with a trained attendant to supervise and ensure the safety of the children during transit.
Annual tuition at Cornerstone International School ranges from MYR 9,600 to MYR 17,160 for 2026/27.
Cornerstone International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 5 to 19.
Cornerstone International School follows the Cambridge International Curriculum from primary through to secondary levels, with a distinctive emphasis on Christian values and character education.
In the primary section (Years 1 to 6), the curriculum includes English, Mathematics, Science, ICT, Global Perspectives, Art & Design and Physical Education.
As students progress to secondary school (Years 7 to 11), they enter the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme, followed by the IGCSE pathway. Subjects offered at this level include English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Business Studies, Geography, and ICT.
1. Application Form Submission.
Parents are required to complete the application form and submit it along with supporting documents, which typically include:
Two recent passport-sized photographs
A copy of the child’s birth certificate
Relevant identification documents
Previous academic records (where applicable)
2. Diagnostic Test & Parent Interview.
As part of the admissions evaluation, the student is given a diagnostic test to assess academic proficiency. In addition, an interview with the parents is conducted.
3. Admission Decision.
Based on the outcomes of the test and interview, the school will decide whether to offer a placement.
4. Enrollment.
Upon receiving an offer, enrollment is completed through payment of the required admission and deposit fees.
There is no waitlist for the school.
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