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OUR HERITAGE
Inspired by a Legacy of Educational Excellence
For generations, Concord College has earned an international reputation for academic excellence, intellectual curiosity and a culture that encourages every student to realise their full potential. Inspired by this distinguished heritage, Concord College International School embraces the same enduring educational principles whilst providing a distinctly international learning experience that reflects the opportunities and aspirations of students in Asia.
Our connection with Concord College UK represents far more than a shared name. It reflects a shared belief that education should inspire curiosity, develop character and prepare young people to contribute confidently and responsibly within an increasingly interconnected world.
Our Heritage
A Heritage of Excellence
Established in the United Kingdom, Concord College has become one of Britain’s most respected independent schools, recognised for its outstanding academic standards, vibrant international community and commitment to developing well-rounded young people.
Over many decades, the College has built a reputation for intellectual ambition, exceptional teaching and a learning culture in which students are encouraged to think independently, challenge themselves and pursue excellence with humility.
This educational philosophy continues to inspire Concord College International School as we develop a learning environment where every student is encouraged to flourish academically, socially and personally.
Shared Values
A Shared Educational Philosophy
Whilst each school reflects its own community and context, Concord College International School Malaysia shares the educational values that have shaped the Concord tradition.
A genuine love of learning
Intellectual curiosity and independent thinking
High academic expectations supported by outstanding pastoral care
Respect for every individual
Integrity, kindness and personal responsibility
Preparation for university and life beyond school
These principles influence not only what students learn, but how they learn, how they treat one another and how they develop into thoughtful, compassionate and responsible young adults.
Curriculum
A British Education with an International Perspective
The British curriculum provides a rigorous academic framework that encourages analytical thinking, creativity and intellectual independence.
At Concord College International School, this curriculum is enriched by an international perspective that reflects the diverse backgrounds, experiences and aspirations of our students.
Within our classrooms, students are encouraged to engage with different viewpoints, appreciate cultural diversity and develop the confidence to communicate across cultures.
This combination of British educational tradition and international outlook prepares students to succeed within leading universities and an increasingly global society.
Tradition & Innovation
Honouring Tradition, Embracing the Future
Education continues to evolve, and so too must schools.
Whilst inspired by the heritage of Concord College UK, Concord College International School also embraces innovation, contemporary teaching practices and future-focused learning experiences that prepare students for the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow.
Our commitment is not simply to preserve tradition, but to ensure that its enduring values remain relevant within a rapidly changing world.
Through academic excellence, innovation and a strong culture of kindness, we seek to prepare students who are confident, adaptable and equipped to lead lives of purpose and contribution.
A British Tradition of Excellence since 1949
Concord College UK opens on a 73-acre campus in Shrewsbury, Shropshire — a co-educational boarding school built on the principles of kindness and academic ambition.
Over seven decades, Concord has educated students from more than 150 countries — a truly international community with graduates entering leading universities worldwide.
Concord College International School opens in Sunsuria City, Selangor — the first overseas branch campus, serving students aged 3 to 18.
CCIS’s first A-Level cohort secures 24 Russell Group offers — Imperial, UCL, King’s, Edinburgh, Manchester, Bristol and Birmingham among them.
CCIS Malaysia
The Concord Difference in Malaysia
Concord College International School Malaysia has been established to provide families with an exceptional British education within a vibrant international community.
Whilst inspired by Concord College UK, the school has developed its own distinctive identity—one that reflects the educational needs of students in Malaysia and the wider region whilst remaining faithful to the values that have long defined the Concord name.
With this aim in mind, students here at Concord College International School have the opportunity to access a tested British international education and university preparation system, without the distance, cost, or cultural adjustment challenges of studying in the UK at an early age.
Students benefit from additional English lessons, small class sizes, intensive academic support- including weekly tests, subject clinics, and a Super Curriculum unique to Concord College education practice, and an international environment designed to prepare them for top global universities and future leadership.
Concord College International School benefits from its location directly opposite Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM), offering exceptional opportunities for academic and extra-curricular collaboration. This close proximity is complemented by a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), a unique arrangement that enriches the educational experience for our students and is a distinctive advantage within Malaysia’s international school landscape.
Concord Malaysia; where British academic excellence meets Asian accessibility — creating a direct pathway from Asia to the world’s best universities.
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Learn more about our educational philosophy, our guiding principles and the distinctive learning experience offered at Concord College International School.