Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar is a A-Levels / IGCSE school in Mantin, Malaysia. Founded in 1989. It serves 1,000 students for students aged 3–19. Annual tuition ranges from $4,620 to $28,360 USD.
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About
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar (KTJ) is a co-educational British-style independent school in Mantin, Malaysia, offering holistic education for students aged 3 to 19. With over 1,000 students representing 24 nationalities, KTJ blends British independent school values with Malaysian culture. The school is committed to sustainability and is working toward carbon neutrality, having installed 3,200 solar panels in 2019.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
- Sport
- Performing Arts
- Visual and Creative Arts
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1-2 | MYR 39,000~$ 8,263 |
| Year 3-4 | MYR 43,500~$ 9,216 |
| Year 5-6 | MYR 50,250~$ 10,646 |
| Early Years | MYR 21,000~$ 4,449 |
| Year 7-11 (Day) | MYR 86,340~$ 18,292 |
| Sixth Form (Day) | MYR 89,910~$ 19,049 |
| Year 7-11 (Boarding) | MYR 124,140~$ 26,301 |
| Sixth Form (Boarding) | MYR 128,910~$ 27,311 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: MYR 21,000 - 128,910. Application fee: $110.
Admissions Process
- 1Attend an open event or book a campus visit. 2. Submit the online application form and pay the registration fee (RM 500 Primary / RM 530 Secondary). 3. Complete entry assessments: Early Years and Primary use informal speaking and writing tests or CAT4; Secondary Years 7–10 use CAT4 with English, writing and speaking tests; Year 12 requires specified IGCSE grades. 4. Receive an offer; pay the admittance fee (RM 5,000 Primary / RM 5,300 Secondary) and a refundable deposit equal to one term's tuition.
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Boarding Life
Boarding is available for Year 7 through Sixth Form. KTJ has eight boarding houses: one junior boarding house and seven senior houses (three girls' houses and four boys' houses). Sixth Form boarding is compulsory. Day students in Years 7–8 join Naquiah Day House and Years 9–11 join Rahman Day House. Boarding fees include food, most CCAs, laundry, and an annual residential trip for Years 7–10.
School Day
Weekdays: wake-up 06:30–07:00, morning lessons 08:00–13:30, lunch 13:30–14:30, afternoon lessons 14:30–16:00, after-school CCAs 16:30–17:30, dinner 18:15–19:30, study/prep 19:45–22:00 (year group dependent). Saturday schedules revolve around activities and weekend programmes.
Student Life
KTJ has eight boarding houses — one junior house and seven senior houses. Day students belong to Naquiah Day House (Years 7–8) and Rahman Day House (Years 9–11). House events include House Nights and activities organised by house staff.
The Dining Hall offers Asian, Western and vegetarian options, plus a noodle bar, panini station, and salad bar. Café Diem serves light snacks and drinks on campus.
Facilities & Programmes
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Curriculum by Stage
| Stage | Curriculum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary (Ages 6-11) | National Curriculum | British-style primary education |
| Early Years (Ages 3-5) | EYFS | — |
| Secondary (Ages 11-16) | IGCSE | — |
| Sixth Form (Ages 16-19) | A-Levels | — |
School Background
KTJ is a not-for-profit charity established in 1991, founded by members of the Negeri Sembilan Royal Family. The Board of Trustees holds legal responsibility for strategic oversight, appointment of the Principal, and financial stewardship, with finances audited annually by an external accountancy firm.