Alice Smith School: Celebration Spotlight On Its Gold Win For British Curriculum School Award And Silver Win For Preschool Of The Year 2026!

Getting To Know This Award Winning School?

What type of school is it, and who is it for?

Alice Smith is a not-for-profit British international school for children aged 3 to 18. Pathways run from Early Years through Primary and Secondary (IGCSE) to Sixth Form A Levels, with Learning Support and MLL programmes for learners of different strengths and languages.

Where is it, and what does the community feel like?

Primary sits on Jalan Bellamy in central Kuala Lumpur. Secondary is in Seri Kembangan, Selangor. Around 1,500 to 1,600 learners from 53 nationalities share the two campuses. Many staff have been at the school for years or decades, which gives students continuity and long-standing relationships.

What’s the philosophy, in a nutshell?

Our purpose is “To Spark Courageous Exploration to Inspire a Better World”. Students are encouraged to be curious, ask questions, embrace new experiences and discover their potential in a safe, kind and purposeful environment. High expectations sit alongside strong personal support.

Key points for parents:

• Ages 3 to 18 on two campuses (Primary and Secondary)
• British curriculum: Early Years, IGCSE, A Levels
• 1,500 to 1,600 learners and 53 nationalities
• Not-for-profit, with all income reinvested
• Inclusive: Learning Support and MLL programme

What Makes This Award-Winning School Stand Out?

What do many families not know about this school?

Alice Smith is one of the world’s oldest not-for-profit British international schools. All income is reinvested into teaching, wellbeing, facilities and community life rather than distributed elsewhere.

What tipped the scales for the judges?

For Preschool of the Year: play-based learning in a nurturing environment that builds curiosity and independence through indoor and outdoor experiences. For the British Curriculum School Award: a broad education from Early Years to Sixth Form that combines academic ambition with chances to explore interests and build life skills.

What does that look like in real life?

The 2026 results show the academic side clearly: 50 percent A* to A and 77 percent A* to B at A Level, 69 percent A* to A and 82.6 percent A* to B at IGCSE, with Value Added of +0.8 placing the school in the top 10 percent for progress. Inclusive support and broad electives sit alongside those results.

Stand-out notes for families:

• Oldest not-for-profit British international school in Malaysia (founded 1946)
• Strong 2026 A Level and IGCSE results with high Value Added
• Play-based Early Years learning that builds confidence and a love of learning
• All income reinvested into students and provision
• Learning Support and MLL programme for inclusive pathways

What's Next For Alice Smith School?

Any exciting plans on the horizon?

Alice Smith celebrates 80 years in the 2026/27 academic year. A new Year 5 and 6 Neighbourhood is under construction at the Primary Campus, the biggest Primary development since 1950. Every child continues to be supported to feel a sense of belonging and build a strong foundation for future learning.

How will the award shape what comes next?

The recognition reinforces the school’s commitment to keep reviewing and strengthening the learning experience, especially for young children. It also gives Alice Smith a chance to share its Early Years approach to play with more families.

What did the recognition mean to the community?

The award affirms the care, expertise and dedication educators bring to children’s learning every day. Many staff have spent years, and in some cases decades, at the school, which builds continuity and a culture that values experience.

For families touring now, the next steps are practical. The school is 80 years old, a new Primary neighbourhood is taking shape, and the aim is for every learner to reach their personal best. Book a tour to see it in the classrooms.