Sunway International School: A World-Class Teaching Experience in Kuala Lumpur

Established in 2008 and supported by the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation, Sunway International School, Kuala Lumpur Campus (SISKL) offers a vibrant international education in Sunway City, Malaysia’s first fully integrated sustainable city, certified by the Green Building Index. SISKL delivers a comprehensive educational experience through three globally recognized curricula: the Ontario Curriculum (Canada), Cambridge International Programme, and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

The school’s seven-acre purpose-built campus, opened in 2023, accommodates up to 3,000 students from Years 1 through 13. The new facility, a recipient of the GreenRE Platinum Award, reflects the school’s commitment to sustainability and modern learning environments. Just 20 minutes from central Kuala Lumpur and 40 minutes from the international airport, SISKL is situated in an area recognized for its strong academic offerings, high-quality healthcare, and extensive recreational and cultural amenities.

SISKL makes extensive use of Sunway City’s professional-grade athletic and recreational facilities, including a FIFA-certified football turf, Olympic-sized pool, and specialized courts and gymnasiums. These amenities support a dynamic co-curricular program that features competitive sports, Model United Nations, robotics, academic competitions, and an active student council. Each semester begins with an Extra-Curricular Fair where students explore offerings in the arts, academics, and athletics, fostering a balanced school experience.

SIS House, the school’s boarding facility, provides a supportive living environment guided by three key principles: development of interpersonal and leadership skills, academic support, and student well-being. This holistic approach helps boarding students succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Technology integration is central to SISKL’s learning model. As a Google Classroom school, students engage with digital tools that promote digital literacy and responsible technology use. With a smart campus infrastructure, SISKL prepares students to thrive in an increasingly digital world.

Currently home to over 1,100 students, SISKL’s international teaching team of more than 200 educators represents diverse professional and cultural backgrounds, including Canada, the United Kingdom, South Africa, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, and Malaysia. The school values inclusive teaching practices and seeks certified educators who can support multilingual learners and students with varied learning needs. Malaysian regulations allow certified teachers up to the age of 65 to obtain work visas.

SISKL offers a competitive overseas teaching benefits package that includes relocation and annual travel allowances, housing support, a 12% retirement plan contribution, comprehensive local health insurance, and tuition remission for up to two children. The school is committed to professional growth and supports ongoing development for its teaching staff.

To learn more about opportunities teaching abroad at Sunway International School, Kuala Lumpur, visit our profile on the Search Associates platform. New candidates can apply for membership here while registered educators can access our profile directly through their dashboards.

For the most current information, please consult SISKL’s profile on the Search Associates website.