The secondary school industry in Malaysia plays a critical role in preparing students for higher education and the job market. In recent years, the industry has witnessed significant growth and success, driven by a favorable economic climate, government initiatives, and the adoption of new technologies. In 2022, the industry employed over 240,000 people and contributed significantly to Malaysia's GDP. The education sector as a whole accounted for 7.2% of Malaysia's GDP in 2022, with the secondary school industry being a significant contributor to this figure. In this article, we will explore the key statistics from 2022, factors contributing to the growth and success of the industry, each industry's growth and comparison to the previous years, key trends including technological disruptions, challenges, and future outlook.
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SEKOLAH TINTA
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+60 10-261 5010 enquiry@sekolahtinta.edu.my
Welcome to Sekolah Tinta, Malaysias Model STEM School that inculcated KSSR & KSSM curriculum. STEM stands for the disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. It is an educational system that combines the four STEM subjects through an integrated approach, one that incorporates new ideas, technologies, and innovations to build inspirational individuals through instilling Islamic values in the children. The implementation of STEM is conducted through several programs that have been arranged thoroughly to provide a complete exposure to the children to use their ideas and to enhance their knowledge that would be beneficial for the real world.
INVICTUS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL HORIZON HILLS JB MALAYSIA
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+65 6259 3877 admissions.bangkok@invictus.school
At Invictus International School, we offer curricula designed to nurture the growth of every student. Our schools offer the UK Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and Cambridge International A-Levels (Advanced Levels). Invictus International School (Horizon Hills) is currently under construction. To find out more about Invictus International schools in the region, please email enquiry@invictus.school
GPEX CENTRAL SDN BHD
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+60 4-227 2811 infohk@gpexcentral.org
GPEX is an award-winning English Language educational service provider in Malaysia and Hong Kong. We currently work with numerous educational institutions, such as kindergartens, primary and secondary schools, colleges, universities and language centres. Numerous Independent Private Chinese High Schools in Malaysia collaborate with GPEX for our superior support and educational services. We are known as a total educational solution provider. In Malaysia, GPEX has been working alongside Cambridge English Language Assessment and Cambridge University Press since 2011. Because of our success with these partners, we have been recognised as a Cambridge English Strategic Partner in South East Asia. Part of GPEX Malaysias success stems from not only being an Authorised Exam Centre, but also being the Authorised Book Reseller for Cambridge University Press and a Cambridge English CELTA Teaching Qualification Centre. In 2015, GPEX Malaysia was awarded the “South East Asia – Authorised Centre o…
AUSTIN HEIGHTS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
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+60 7-352 8373 enquiry@austinheights.edu.my
Austin Heights Schools is a purpose-built school situated on a 5-acre site within the prestigious Austin Heights Education Corridor. Together with S.M.K Taman Mount Austin (government secondary school), SRJK (C) Foon Yew 5 (primary school) and Sunway University College Johor Bahru, Austin Heights Schools (consisting of the Austin Heights International Pre-School and Austin Heights International School) completes the Austin Heights Education Corridor and transforms it into the Premier Educational Hub in this region. Our International School curriculum has strong links to the British National Curriculum and incorporates the rich resources that our Malaysian heritage and multi-ethnic culture provide. The international curriculum prepares students entering Years 10 & 11 to select from a whole range of subjects which will be assessed by the internationally recognised Cambridge IGCSE examination. Our Primary International School students follow the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) whi…
HIBISCUS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
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+60 3-6242 5544 inquiries@hibiscus.edu.my
Hibiscus International School offers propitious educational advantages with our experienced teachers and modern teaching methods. HiS is a private elementary, middle and high school, focused on preparing children for the changing conditions of todays and tomorrows worlds.
GREEN RIBBON GROUP
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(blank) info@greenribbongroup.com
The Green Ribbon Group (GRG) was co-founded by YAM (Dr) Tengku Puteri Raja Tengku Puteri Iman Afzan Al-Sultan Abdullah and Puteri Nor Ariane Yasmin during YAM Tengku Puteris tenure as International Patron of World Mental Health Day 2020-2021. They champion a community approach to mental health, based on the belief that mental health is the responsibility of all. As an aggregator and advocate of mental health, GRGs main focal point is empowerment. During its inception, the organisation helped to address Covid-19 related challenges in population mental health. It then focused on increasing literacy and peer support in secondary schools and universities. Now in its third year, GRG is looking to better understand the workplace mental health landscape in Malaysia and contribute to its literature to help stakeholders make more informed decisions. A close-knit team of five, GRG was part of the first Malaysian Delegation to the World Congress on Mental Health in Westminster, June 2023. Ul…
THE MALAY COLLEGE KUALA KANGSAR (MCKK)
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+60 5-776 1400 email@mckk.edu.my
The Malay College Kuala Kangsar (MCKK) is the first fully residential school in Malaysia. Established on 2 January 1905, it was originally known as the Malay Residential School of Kuala Kangsar. MCKK is a premier residential school in Malaysia. It is an all-boys and all-Malay school in the royal town of Kuala Kangsar, Perak. It is sometimes dubbed the Eton College of the East, other than Mayo College, India. It was awarded Cluster School of Excellence title by the Ministry of Education (Malaysia). Since 2010, the school was awarded with the High Performance School title, a title awarded to Malaysian top schools that have met stringent criteria including academic achievement, strength of alumni, international recognition, network and linkages. The school has been selected as IB World School for Diploma Programme since 2011 and Middle Years Programme since 2016. It offers both national curriculum (PT3 and SPM) while implement IB curriculum standards. MCKK is also a member of an internat…
SASBADI HOLDINGS BERHAD
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+60 3-6145 1199 enquiry@sasbadi.com
We are principally a publisher of educational materials, undertaking print publishing focusing on primary and secondary school education. While most of our educational materials are based on the Malaysian National School Curriculum, we also publish other non-curriculum based educational materials and general title books. We also undertake online publishing of educational materials based on the Malaysian National School Curriculum. Our business is also complemented by the distribution of applied learning products designed to provide hands-on learning experience to students. These products comprise miniature building blocks and mechanical, electrical and electronic components, as well as devices for measuring and analysing live signals, and software to create measurement and control systems. Sasbadi has published millions of books and educational aids for the school-going children of Malaysia since we were established in 1985. From elite smart schools in the cities to simple schools…
ILEARNACE
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+60 16-309 7328 info@21c-ilearning.com
Sasbadi Holdings Berhad has been creating and producing quality education content and materials since 1985. It is principally a publisher of educational materials, undertaking print publishing focusing on primary and secondary school education in Malaysia. It is one of the top education publishers for Malaysian National Schools. Students, teachers and parents trust our books and education materials from one generation to the next. This is because Sasbadi continuously evolve to meet the changing requirements of the market. Sasbadi is always ready to meet the requirements of the market and produce materials that are current and relevant. MindTech Education Sdn Bhd is the company that market ilearnAce products. It was incorporated in June 2015 with its International headquarters in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is 100% belongs to Sasbadi Holdings Berhad. The company was founded from an aspiration to speak with students, teachers and parents; to communicate with them effectively and prov…
IGB INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (IGBIS)
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+60 3-6145 4688 enquiries@igbis.edu.my
IGB International School is an Early Years to Grade 12 international school that provides a dynamic, innovative and inclusive learning environment where students are challenged to excel in both their learning and personal growth. An International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, IGBIS is the only school in Malaysia authorised for the full continuum of IB programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP), and the Career-related Programme (CP). The school offers two career-related streams through the CP, where students can study either accountancy through the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), or undertake college-level art and design subjects through the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). The school is a member of the Association of International Malaysian Schools (AIMS), is accredited with both the Council of International Schools (CIS) the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NE…
GLOBAL OAK TREE SCHOLARS (GOTS)
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+60 10-295 6340 (blank)
TEACHERS WANTED: We want Young Professionals from any field to join our GOTS Teaching Team. Q1- Are You Passionate about Teaching? JOIN US! Q2- No Experience in Teaching? Worry Not, proper training will be provided in making you into an A+ Teacher. Global Oak Tree Scholars (GOTS) is an integrated education hub. GOTS offers the British curriculum to students between the ages of Pre-school (3 - 5 ages), Primary (6-10 ages) & Secondary (11-16 ages). GOTS was founded on the belief that, “Wisdom is Mightier than Strength.” Together with a driven and passionate team, the GOTS founders aspire to inspire young people to thrive and excel with grit, compassion, humility and integrity; elements deemed fundamental in creating and empowering global citizens. To realise this, GOTS pioneers a teaching approach and learning experience which is unlike any other in the country; one that features learning hubs that foster creative teaching and evoke experiential learning; a global education that p…
ASPIRATION INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
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+60 3-2856 2477 enquiries@aspirationis.edu.my
Aspiration International School is an International School located in TTDI, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia focuses on responsible holistic education and being a community school while offering a strong academic curriculum based on the British National Curriculum and IGCSE. The school also provides a range of extra-curricular activities such as sports, art, music, robotics, and more. Aspiration International School also places great emphasis on developing students social, emotional, and cultural understanding. The school aims to provide a safe and supportive environment for its students, allowing them to reach their full potential and become successful global citizens.
PENINSULA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AUSTRALIA
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+60 11-3783 2390 enquiry@peninsula.edu.my
We provide a quality education system for the 21st century needs, with an emphasis on individual learning and critical thinking, to help its students to discover and develop their talents and to fulfill their potential. We do this through a curriculum which we regard as exemplary, adaptable to our particular needs and well tested for international application. Our partner in the delivery of this curriculum is Peninsula Grammar from the state of Victoria in Australia, which has a long and distinguished record and expertise in international curriculum delivery and administration.
TEMPLER PARK INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL | TPIS
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+60 3-6094 4343 info@tpis.edu.my
20km away from metropolitan Kuala Lumpur, Templer Park International School is a Park School situated over 17 acres near Templer Parks rainforest reserve embracing vast green areas and lakes. TEMPLER PARK INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL aspires to provide a unique combination of a comprehensive quality education and moral teachings to a varied expatriate and local students. This will be achieved in a secure, caring and disciplined environment by means of a challenging, balanced, academic, and educational curriculum that is delivered by a dedicated and qualified teaching staff who endeavor to help students realize their full intellectual, social, moral and physical potentials, and develop their critical thinking and research-based decision making skills. TEMPLER PARK INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL is dedicated to providing a highest quality American educational program with the cornerstones of morals, self-worth, and quality performance among students and staff, enhancing students productive and respons…
REGENT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS
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+60 1-800-88-7775 tpm_info@regent.edu.my
Established in 2011, Regent International School is the first and only international school in Klang. It is a home-grown international school that provides primary and secondary school education to Malaysian as well as international students. It was established with the objective of providing affordable international education and since then, it has been providing students with a rich and diverse learning environment. Today, Regent International Schools are located in Klang, Sungai Petani, Kuantan and Puchong with over 1,500 students and a dedicated teaching staff of over 150.
THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF PENANG (UPLANDS)
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+60 4-881 9778 info@uplands.org
Uplands has provided over 65 years of excellence in education as a nonprofit organization and has a proven track record of providing excellent facilities and opportunities for all of our learners. We are proud to be an international community that appreciates and values the rich, multicultural diversity within our school. We provide an academically challenging environment for our students with a low student/teacher ratio to achieve the best possible educational outcomes for our boys and girls. We also provide a wide range of opportunities for our students in Arts, Sports, Service, and Cultural activities, promoting our students to be active learners who embrace their creativity and become life long inquirers.
MALAY COLLEGE KUALA KANGSAR (MCKK)
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+60 5-776 1400 email@mckk.edu.my
Kolej Melayu Kuala Kangsar (English: The Malay College Kuala Kangsar; abbreviated MCKK; formerly known as Maktab Melayu Kuala Kangsar) is a premier residential school in Malaysia. It is an all-boys and all-Malay school in the royal town of Kuala Kangsar, Perak. It is sometimes dubbed the Eton College of the East, other than Mayo College, India. It was awarded Cluster School of Excellence title by the Ministry of Education (Malaysia). Since 2010, the school was awarded with the Sekolah Berprestasi Tinggi or High Performance School[5] title, a title awarded to Malaysian top schools that have met stringent criteria including academic achievement, strength of alumni, international recognition, network and linkages. The school has been selected as IB World School for Diploma Programme since 2011 and Middle Years Programme since 2016. It offers both national curriculum (PT3 and SPM) while implement IB curriculum standards. MCKK is also a member of an international organization of best secon…
CHUNG LING (NATIONAL TYPE) HIGH SCHOOL 鍾靈(國民型)中學
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+60 4-828 2435 (blank)
Chung Ling High School (simplified Chinese: 锺灵中学; traditional Chinese: 鍾靈中學; pinyin: Zhōng líng zhōng xué; Malay: Sekolah Menengah Jenis Kebangsaan Chung Ling) is a secondary school in Malaysia, located in George Town, Penang, Malaysia.
RAKAN TUTOR
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(blank) team@rakantutor.org
Rakan Tutor is a non-profit organisation offering free one-to-one tutoring to underserved secondary school students in Malaysia. We aim to equip them with the skills and confidence to perform better academically and gain motivation to achieve their fullest potential 💡 The pandemic has exacerbated the existing learning inequality issue in our country. At Rakan Tutor, we believe a personalised approach can help underserved secondary students overcome high levels of learning loss 📖
SASANA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
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+60 12-773 9658 contact@sasana.edu.my
Sasana International School is a pioneering initiative in Waldorf Education in Malaysia, the first international school offering both IGCSE and a Waldorf curriculum. We aim to realize the full potential of Waldorf Education through the provision of a rich, structured, and localized Waldorf curriculum which aligns with child development, ensuring that content and teaching approach are age-appropriate. We offer a comprehensive learning programme from junior school to senior High School. Our diverse curriculum offers a mix of hands-on, creative and academic experiences and provides students with plentiful opportunities to discover and develop learning capacities and skills that are useful for life. We place a good deal of emphasis on our students positive engagement and participation in their class learning community and within the wider school community. We provide an environment in which to awaken, nourish and activate in our students, fundamental capacities for life-long learning…
Top Secondary School Companies in Malaysia
Factors Contributing to its Growth and Success:
The Malaysian government has played a significant role in promoting the growth and success of the secondary school industry. The government has invested heavily in education, making education accessible to all Malaysians. The government's initiatives, such as the National Education Policy and the Malaysia Education Blueprint 2015-2025, have set ambitious targets to improve the quality of education, increase access to education, and enhance graduate employability. Additionally, the government has established education hubs such as EduCity in Johor Bahru and the Kuala Lumpur Education City, providing a conducive environment for secondary schools.
One of the key drivers of growth in the secondary school industry in Malaysia has been the increasing demand for education. Parents are increasingly recognizing the importance of education in their children's future, and this has led to an increase in enrollments in secondary schools across the country. Additionally, the industry has witnessed a significant shift towards a more diversified curriculum, with an increasing number of secondary schools offering courses in fields such as technology, entrepreneurship, and creative arts. This shift reflects the changing demands of the job market and the need for graduates with skills that are relevant to the needs of the economy.
Each Industry's Growth and Comparison to Previous Years:
The secondary school industry in Malaysia has shown consistent growth in recent years, with the number of secondary schools increasing from 2,874 in 2015 to 3,105 in 2022. The industry has also witnessed a significant shift towards a more diversified curriculum, with an increasing number of secondary schools offering courses in fields such as technology, entrepreneurship, and creative arts. The majority of secondary schools in Malaysia are located in urban areas, with Kuala Lumpur having the highest number of secondary schools.
Key Trends including Technological Disruptions:
Technology has played an important role in the secondary school industry in Malaysia, with schools adopting digital learning platforms to provide remote learning opportunities to students. EdTech companies have emerged to provide innovative solutions such as online courses and AI-based learning tools, making education more accessible and affordable. Additionally, the adoption of digital assessment tools has enabled schools to provide personalized learning experiences for students and improved the quality of education.
Challenges:
Despite the promising outlook, the secondary school industry in Malaysia also faces several challenges. One of the most significant challenges is the need to improve the quality of education in secondary schools, which is critical to ensuring that students are well-prepared for higher education and the workforce. Schools need to ensure that they provide a high-quality education that prepares students for the challenges of the future.
Another challenge is the need to address the shortage of qualified teachers in the industry. The shortage of qualified teachers can limit the quality of education and hinder the industry's ability to meet the demand for education. Additionally, funding constraints can limit the industry's capacity for growth and innovation.
Future Outlook:
The future outlook for the secondary school industry in Malaysia is promising, with the government continuing to prioritize education and invest in the industry. The Malaysia Education Blueprint 2015-2025 aims to transform the industry into a world-class education hub, improving the quality of education and enhancing the skills of teachers. The industry's adoption of new technologies will continue to provide opportunities for growth and innovation, and collaborations between industry and academia will drive research and development.
Conclusion:
The secondary school industry in Malaysia has shown consistent growth and success, supported by a favorable economic climate, government initiatives, and the adoption of new technologies. The industry faces challenges, but the future outlook is promising, with the government continuing to invest in education and the industry's adoption of new technologies providing opportunities for growth and innovation. As the industry continues to evolve and adapt to the changing demands of the education sector, it will play a critical role in shaping the future of the Malaysian education system. The industry's success will depend on its ability to address the challenges it faces and seize the opportunities presented by new technologies and changing demands.