
Sri Bestari Private School
Part of Land and General Berhad, Secular, Founded 1995
Updated July 2026
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Sri Bestari Private School Kuala Lumpur is an established private institution offering a holistic education grounded in the Malaysian National Curriculum, enhanced by innovative approaches in STEM, science, and mathematics. Located on a 15-acre green campus, it serves students from preschool through secondary levels, focusing on academic excellence and character development.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
Founded on the principle that 'Every Child Does Not Escape Your Attention,' the school aims to provide a holistic education that develops well-rounded, well-grounded individuals. Its core value system is built upon Professionalism, Excellence, and Respect, which are upheld by staff to nurture students into responsible global citizens. The school is committed to identifying each student's aptitude and passion to help them realize their full potential.
Programmes
The school follows the enhanced National KSSR (Primary) and KSSM (Secondary) curricula, culminating in the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination. It integrates specialized approaches including Inquiry-Based Science Education (IBSE), Singapore Mathematics, and a formal STEM-Computer Science programme based on the Mitsubishi Electric industrial robot syllabus. Additionally, the school offers a preschool programme (K1–K3) and provides climate change education in collaboration with the Office for Climate Education in Paris.
Student support
Learning support
The school operates the Education and Learning Support Academy (ELSA) to provide dedicated support for students with autism, dyslexia, and other learning disabilities. The admissions process includes an assessment to determine if a child requires specific support to effectively access the curriculum.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school maintains a transparent and equitable admissions process for students transitioning from other schools or starting their education. Prospective families are encouraged to visit the campus, meet staff, and submit an application form along with required documentation, including academic reports and health records. Following a successful assessment—which varies by age group and may include entrance examinations in Malay, English, Mathematics, and Science—the school issues an offer of placement based on the student's ability to access the curriculum.
Calendar
The school operates on a two-semester academic year. The annual schedule includes various competitions, events, and assessments, with specific event calendars provided for Preschool/Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary levels.
Facilities
About the campus
Situated on a 15-acre hilltop site in Bandar Sri Damansara, the campus features over 70 spacious classrooms, green lawns, and natural surroundings. Specialized facilities include the Yves Quéré IBSE Pilot Centre, STEM and Physics laboratories, ICT suites, and a Celestron Nexstar Evolution HD telescope for astronomy. The campus also provides a swimming pool, complete sporting facilities, dedicated music rooms, an Eco-Schools centre, a paddy plot, and urban farming areas.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a range of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, with scheduled sessions on Wednesdays and Fridays. Notable programmes include a Centre of Sports Excellence, a student exchange programme with Tokai Fukuoka High School in Japan, and various STEM-related clubs. Students also participate in annual Singapore Mathematics competitions and environmental initiatives through the Eco-Schools programme.
- Dr. Steven BaptistPrincipal
Dr. Steven Baptist is the Principal of Sri Bestari Private School Kuala Lumpur, a position from which he oversees the school's commitment to holistic education, STEM-AI integration, and international collaborations. He emphasizes the school's evolution to meet Industrial Revolution 4.0 demands and its focus on inquiry-based learning and sustainability.
Hariet ThomasHead of Secondary SchoolHariet Thomas serves as the Head of Secondary School.
- Siti Normah HashimHead of Primary School
Siti Normah Hashim serves as the Head of Primary School.
- Phoebe ChungHead of Kindergarten
Phoebe Chung serves as the Head of Kindergarten.
- Shamsul MutazaHead of ESD Program
Shamsul Mutaza serves as the Head of ESD Program.
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