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How to Apply to an International School: Documents, Timelines & Fees
International school admissions guide covering documents, fees, deposits, assessments, and timing for KL, Dubai, and Singapore.
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Source: ISC Research · July 2025
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- 15,075
- International Schools Worldwide
- 7.7 Million
- Students Enrolled
- +45%
- School growth vs July 2015 (10,408)
Source: ISC Research · July 2025
Source: ISC Research · July 2025
Source: ISC Research · July 2025
10,408 schools in 2015 —→ 15,075 in 2025
Source: ISC Research · July 2025
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% of total schools (July 2025)
Source: ISC Research · July 2025
| Panel | Metric | Value | Source | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global picture | International Schools Worldwide | 15,075 | ISC Research | July 2025 |
| Global picture | Students Enrolled | 7.7 Million | ISC Research | July 2025 |
| Schools by region | Asia | 58% | ISC Research | July 2025 |
| Schools by region | Americas | 15% | ISC Research | July 2025 |
| Schools by region | Europe | 14% | ISC Research | July 2025 |
| Schools by region | Africa | 12% | ISC Research | July 2025 |
| Schools by region | Oceania | 2% | ISC Research | July 2025 |
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How to Choose an International School: A Step-by-Step Framework for Parents
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