PYP★ 4.6/10
EtonHouse Malaysia International School
9 Persiaran Stonor,, Kuala Lumpur, 55000, MALAYSIA
1
IB Programme
4.6/10
Rating
8
Reviews
$8K - $40K
Salary Range
At a Glance
TypePrivate
BoardingBoarding available
LanguagesEnglish
IB RegionIB Asia Pacific
GenderCo-educational
LanguageENGLISH
IB Authorized09 January 2017
University CounsellorNo
IB Programmes
PYP
Primary Years ProgrammeAuthorized 09 January 2017Language: ENGLISH
Teacher Reviews
EtonHouse Malaysia is a small IB PYP school in central Kuala Lumpur with a diverse student body and dedicated teaching staff. However, teachers consistently describe a challenging work environment marked by owner interference in daily operations, inadequate compensation compared to other international schools in KL, and unstable leadership with high turnover. While colleagues and students are frequently praised, the overall conditions make it difficult for teachers to thrive long-term.
Pros
- +Colleagues are supportive and hardworking, with teachers genuinely trying their best to support students despite challenges.
- +The student body is diverse and international, with generally lovely children from over 30 nationalities.
- +The location in KLCC is convenient and the school grounds offer a green oasis in the city center.
- +Class sizes include teaching assistants, and there are learning support and EAL teachers available for students who need additional help.
Cons
- –The owner reportedly micromanages daily operations including academic decisions despite lacking educational qualifications, creating a culture of fear where teachers feel they're constantly walking on eggshells.
- –Salaries and benefits are significantly lower than other international schools in Kuala Lumpur—often half or less—with minimal housing allowances, limited health insurance, and no dependent coverage.
- –Leadership instability is chronic, with multiple principals departing and a pattern of management turnover that leaves teachers without consistent guidance or support.
- –The school is under-resourced with inadequate teaching materials, delayed purchasing approvals, and overcrowded classrooms that have grown beyond the facility's capacity.
- –Teachers report unexpected contractual obligations like additional unpaid weeks and late-night communications via WhatsApp that intrude on personal time, contributing to a toxic work culture.
Contact
9 Persiaran Stonor,, Kuala Lumpur, 55000, MALAYSIA