Fairview International School

Leading the Way for IB Education in Malaysia Since 1978

Fairview International School is a trusted name among private international schools in Malaysia’s major cities, including Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru, Subang Jaya, and Ipoh. We offer accessible world-class IB programmes to every deserving child.

A Fairy-View Tale Come True

Founded in 1978, Fairview International School began with humble roots as a single campus in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with a mission of providing quality and affordable international education. Over the years, we’ve grown to include campuses in Subang Jaya, Ipoh, Penang, Johor Bahru, and even extended our presence to Scotland, UK.

Recognised as Malaysia’s largest network of IB schools, Fairview offers the full continuum of IB programmes—the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP)—delivering world-class education across borders.

Today, Fairview is home to more than 2000 students representing over 65 nations. This remarkable growth reflects our unwavering commitment to academic excellence, our dedication to nurturing globally minded individuals, as well as the trust and support placed in us by parents and students worldwide.

Vision

Fairview will employ effective and efficient evidence-based educational strategies, and a holistic approach and engage with our communities to ensure that every learner is able to achieve his or her maximum potential in an engaging, inspiring, and challenging learning environment  for global-minded learners, Fairview will constantly raise the standard of education in both Fairview and the region through continuous innovation, research and excellent execution of professional development initiatives.

Mission

  • To inspire self-regulated learner, able to navigate an uncertain future sustainably with bravery, principled action and open-mindedness.
  • To build a community of lifelong learners that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and values required for productive global citizenship.
  • To build a professional learning community culture that promotes lifelong learning, evidence-based education and a model of education that believes in accessibility and inclusivity.
 

Our Core Values

A school is a garden, and students are seeds brimming with potential to be unleashed. At Fairview, we want our students to succeed in and out of the classroom. We are the sun, soil, water, and nutrients that support your child’s educational journey.

Safety

Fairview advocates for emotional and psychological safety. Our students feel secure to take risks and express themselves. They grow stronger as they face hardships without fear of failure or judgement

Growth

At Fairview, personal growth is at the heart of everything we do. We foster environments that encourage curiosity and inquisitiveness. Students learn to practise and reflect, gradually growing into well-rounded individuals.

Positivity

A positive mindset can turn obstacles into opportunities. Fairview encourages students to reframe limiting beliefs while acknowledging the value of overcoming challenges. Through mindfulness and self-reflection, balance is achieved.

Agency

At Fairview, students discover their own voice and take ownership of their learning journey. They embrace agency and accountability by setting personal goals and taking proactive steps in their academic and personal development.

Why Choose Fairview International School?

The Best IB Education in Malaysia

Fairview International School is a certified provider of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Malaysia, the world’s leading curriculum for international education.

With 85% of our graduates accepted into the top 100 universities worldwide, Fairview sets a high standard for academic success.

Our English Support Programme (ESP) helps non-native English speakers break language barriers to excel in their studies with poise.

Holistic and Personalised Learning

Fairview goes beyond traditional education via a student-centred approach that nurtures critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent learning skills.

Assessments evaluate each student’s strengths to provide a more comprehensive understanding of their abilities.

Students also engage in the IB Learner Profile and CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) to foster open-mindedness, empathy, and social responsibility to prepare them as future global leaders.

Experienced Educators and IB Expertise

Our educators bring advanced qualifications and diverse international experience, making us a leader among private international schools in Malaysia, with campuses in Kuala Lumpur, Subang Jaya, Ipoh, Penang, and Johor Bahru.

Their expertise in the IB syllabi and dedication to student growth inspire learners to achieve academic excellence and develop essential life skills for success outside school.

Awards & Recognition

Since inception, Fairview International School has nurtured over thousands of children all across Asia. The Fairview name is synonymous with academic excellence, integrity, and lifelong opportunity. We have been regarded by many world-renowned educators and institutions as one of the top 10 IB schools in Malaysia.