Petaling Jaya (PJ), is among the major cities in Malaysia that were initially developed as satellite townships for Kuala Lumpur. With over 25 colleges and universities as well as over 58 primary and 28 secondary schools in Petaling Jaya, the city is an education hub for both locals and foreigners.
Generally, the education system is divided into three stages, which include:
Although not compulsory, children start attending school from the age of three. Mandatory education begins from the primary level and ends at the secondary level. Generally, the academic years in schools is divided into two semesters with school holidays in between; the first semester begins in early January and ends in late May while the second one starts in early June and ends in November.
Edarabia showcases all private schools in Petaling jaya through which parents can filter by tuition fees, curriculum, rankings & ratings. There are many public, private and charter schools near you that cater to both expat and local students.
Depending on the level of education; kindergartens (pre-schools), primary, secondary and high schools will all have varying tuition fees. Most K-12 schools offer different curriculums and extra-curricular activities to support the intellectual and physical wellbeing of students. Admissions for the top international schools in Petaling jaya tend to have waiting lists so it is recommended that parents apply well in advance to secure a spot for their children. Additionally, each school has ratings based on parent reviews and are ranked below accordingly.
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