International School Brunei

What International School Brunei does

International School Brunei (ISB), legally International School (B) Bhd., is a private British international day and boarding school founded in 1964 in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam, and is the first internationally accredited international school in the country. It serves approximately 1,200 students aged 2-18 from over 40 nationalities across three campuses: the main Bandar Seri Begawan campus (Early Years through Pre-University), the Seria campus (Early Years through Key Stage 3), and the Panaga Centre for Inclusive Learning (CIL). Academic delivery spans the British international curriculum culminating in the IB Diploma Programme, which ISB was the first to offer in Brunei and Borneo in 2001. In 2025 the school reported a 92.3% IB Diploma pass rate and 50% of university offers from top-250 global institutions, with 79 medals at the 2025 FOBISIA Under-13 Games.

ISB's product portfolio spans four core educational phases (Early Years, Primary, Secondary, Pre-University/IBDP) plus modular services: ISB Residence boarding, the Centre for Inclusive Learning for students with additional learning needs, the CACHE Centre (the only NCFE CACHE vocational diploma provider in Brunei), and enrichment programmes such as the annual Borneo Global Issues Conference (BGIC) and the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. Technology infrastructure is conventional for a school: Seesaw for parent communication, SharePoint for internal operations, and Laser Learning for the CACHE Centre's e-portfolio; no proprietary technology, AI models, or platform products are disclosed. The school employs 111 internationally recruited teachers and is governed by a Board chaired by Dato Seri Paduka Awang Haji Ahmad, with executive leadership split between Executive Principal and CEO Dominic Morley and General Manager Vienna Law.

The revenue model is tuition-based and recurring annually, with fees not publicly disclosed and provided only on admissions inquiry. ISB operates as a community-led, event-driven institution with marketing concentrated on its website, community events (BGIC, Walkathon, musical productions), word-of-mouth, and an alumni network of 350+. The school has no disclosed parent company, no external investment backing, and no subsidiaries. A new CIL campus is planned for 2026 near the main Bandar campus, representing the most recent material capacity expansion.

Name

International School Brunei

Legal name

International School (B) Bhd.

Website

https://isb.edu.bn

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

International School Brunei (ISB) is a private British international day and boarding school in Bandar Seri Begawan serving approximately 1,200 students aged 2-18 from over 40 nationalities across three campuses, delivering the IB Diploma and operating Brunei\u2019s only NCFE CACHE vocational centre.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Nonsectarian Independent Boarding Schools (EDAJABAB), International Curriculum Early Learning Academies (e.g., IB Early Years) (EDACADAK)

Keywords

• International school education
• British curriculum
• IB diploma programme
• Boarding school services
• Primary secondary education

Headquarters

HQ city

Bandar Seri Begawan

HQ country

Brunei

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: ISB operates as a day and boarding school with tuition-based revenue model. The school charges fees for educational services including day schooling and residential boarding facilities. Specific fee structures are available through the admissions inquiry process.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

International School Brunei is a private British international day and boarding school that delivers internationally accredited education (IB Diploma, IGCSE, and Early Years Foundation Stage) to students aged 2-18 across campuses in Brunei. It also offers residential boarding, specialist inclusive learning provision, and adult vocational qualifications through its CACHE Centre, with tuition-based fees paid annually by families.

Product overview

International School Brunei operates as a British international day and boarding school offering a comprehensive educational programme from Early Years (age 2) through to Pre-University (age 18). The school provides a unified educational offering structured around four core phases: Early Years, Primary, Secondary, and the IB Diploma Programme. Supporting the core curriculum are specialist programmes including the Centre for Inclusive Learning (CIL) for students with additional needs, the CACHE Centre for vocational qualifications, and ISB Residence for boarding students. The school also enriches learning through initiatives like the Borneo Global Issues Conference (BGIC) and the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. With campuses in Bandar Seri Begawan, Seria, and Panaga, ISB serves over 1,200 students from more than 40 nationalities, emphasising inclusive, holistic education that fosters academic excellence and global citizenship.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Early Years (Pre-Kindy, Kindy & Reception) Early childhood education programme for children aged 2-5, following the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework with a play-based, child-led curriculum focused on personalised and nurturing education.
• Primary Education Primary education programme for students aged 5-11 (Year 1-6) covering foundational literacy, numeracy, science, humanities, languages, PE, and arts, developing articulate students aware of their global impact.
• Secondary Education Secondary school programme for students aged 11-16 designed to guide students toward inspiration, critical thinking, and global citizenship, including IGCSE preparation.
• IB Diploma Programme (Pre-University) Pre-university programme for students aged 16-18 offering a globally recognised IB Diploma qualification that develops independent, internationally minded learners. ISB was the first school in Brunei and Borneo to offer the IB Diploma in 2001; 92.3% pass rate in 2025.
• ISB Residence (Boarding) On-campus boarding facility providing a 'Home Away from Home' environment with comprehensive care, leadership development through the Boardership programme, and academic and personal growth support for students aged 11-18.
• Centre for Inclusive Learning (CIL) Specialist provision for students with additional learning needs, providing tailored support in communication, sensory, cognition, and emotional development. Offers AQA Unit Awards with future ELCs and TQUK qualifications. Located in Panaga with a new campus planned for 2026.
• CACHE Centre (Adult Vocational Qualifications) Vocational training centre offering NCFE CACHE qualifications for adults in early years, teaching and learning, and special needs education. The only vocational provider of NCFE CACHE diplomas in Brunei, with qualifications accredited by both NCFE UK and the Brunei Ministry of Education.
• ISB Seria Campus ISB's second campus located in Seria, offering Early Years through Key Stage 3 education (Ages 2-14) with a progressive, contemporary educational model emphasising student agency and voice across head, heart, and hand development.

Quantifiable outcome

• 92.3% IB Diploma pass rate in 2025 (above global average)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

23 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports (Brunei)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 April 2026Government ministry partnership for the 21st ISB Borneo Global Issues Conference (BGIC). Co-organiser providing institutional support and endorsement for the student-led Model UN conference.
• Ministry of Education (Brunei)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 April 2026Government ministry partnership for BGIC conference. Provides educational endorsement and support for the student-led conference.
• Department of Energy at the Prime Minister's OfficeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 April 2026Support partner for the 21st ISB BGIC conference focused on Sustainable Development Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy.
• Australian High Commission in Brunei DarussalamminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 April 2026Support partner for BGIC conference, providing diplomatic support and international engagement.
• British High Commission in Brunei DarussalamminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 April 2026Support partner for BGIC conference with Acting British High Commissioner delivering keynote address.
• Unified National Networks Sdn Bhd (UNN)flagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 April 2026Golden Tree sponsor for the 21st ISB BGIC conference. Major corporate sponsor providing financial and promotional support for the student conference.
• Brunei Shell Petroleum Company Sdn BhdcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 April 2026Silver Leaf sponsor for 21st ISB BGIC conference. Major energy sector corporate sponsor.
• Hengyi Industries Sdn BhdcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 April 2026Silver Leaf sponsor for BGIC conference. Petrochemical industry partner.
• Imagine Sdn BhdminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 April 2026Silver Leaf sponsor for BGIC conference.
• Hibiscus Petroleum Sdn BhdminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 April 2026Silver Leaf sponsor for BGIC conference.
• BYD | Denza, Maju Motors Sdn BhdminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 April 2026Silver Leaf sponsor for BGIC conference. Electric vehicle and automotive sector sponsor.
• Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam (BIBD)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 April 2026Bronze Earth sponsor for BGIC conference. Leading Islamic bank in Brunei.
• Dynamik Technologies Sdn BhdminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 April 2026Bronze Earth sponsor for 21st ISB BGIC conference.
• Brunei Fertilizer Industries Sdn BhdminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 April 2026Bronze Earth sponsor for 21st ISB BGIC conference.
• Brunei Methanol Company Sdn Bhd (BMC)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 April 2026Bronze Earth sponsor for 21st ISB BGIC conference.
• Hart LivingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2025Official event partner and venue sponsor for ISB Year 5 Art Exhibition. Provided venue at Hart Living, Kiulap for the public exhibition showcasing student artwork.
• EnEvo Sdn BhdcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2025Collaborative paper recycling campaign partner. EnEvo provides sustainable wastepaper solution through closed-loop recycling, converting collected paper into toilet tissue products. Supports ISB's environmental sustainability commitments.
• Health Promotion CentreminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 January 2025Supporting partner for the ISB Family Walkathon celebrating the school's 60th anniversary. Provided health promotion support for the community event.
• BN on the MoveminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 January 2025Supporting partner for the ISB Family Walkathon. Physical activity and wellness initiative partner.
• Laser LearningcoreTechnology or Integration · 14 January 2025UK-based e-learning software company. Their online learning platform is endorsed by NCFE CACHE and used internationally. ISB CACHE Centre uses Laser Learning's e-portfolio and resources to support learners achieving vocational qualifications.
• NCFE CACHEcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 January 2025UK-based awarding organisation for vocational qualifications. ISB CACHE Centre is the only provider of NCFE CACHE diplomas in Brunei. Qualifications are also accredited by Brunei Ministry of Education.
• Standard Chartered Bank BruneiminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 4 June 2024Sponsor for ISB's 60th anniversary musical production 'The Adventures of Dr. Dolittle'.
• Royal Brunei CulinaryminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 4 June 2024Sponsor for the Dr. Dolittle musical production.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights8 records

Broad incumbents

• GEMS Education: Largest operator of premium international schools globally with multiple British/IB curricula in Asia. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the premium international K-12 market with broad geographic reach.
• Dulwich College International: International network of British-curriculum schools across Asia, including boarding-style campuses. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering premium British international education with strong university-placement outcomes.
• Nord Anglia Education: Global operator of premium international schools including several British/IB schools across Asia. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering overlapping British international curricula at larger scale across multiple geographies.
• Cognita Schools: International group operating K-12 schools globally, including British international schools in Southeast Asia. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the international day-and-boarding segment.

Direct peers

• Tanglin Trust School: Long-established British international school in Singapore with day and boarding options and IB Diploma pathway. Comparable as a heritage premium British international school with similar age range and curriculum stack.
• Marlborough College Malaysia: British-curriculum international school and boarding school in Johor, Malaysia, serving expat and regional families. Highly comparable as a premium British international day-and-boarding school with IB offering.
• St. John's International School (Kuching/Singapore/other SE Asia peers): Network of Catholic/Lasallian international schools across Southeast Asia offering British curriculum with IB Diploma and boarding. Comparable as a regional British international day-and-boarding competitor serving expatriate communities.
• United World College of South East Asia (UWCSEA): Singapore-based international school offering IB Diploma with strong co-curricular and outdoor education programme. Comparable in curriculum (IB-led), international student mix, and enrichment-led positioning.
• Jerudong International School: Direct competitor based in Brunei, offering British international curriculum from Early Years through Sixth Form with boarding. Comparable in scale, curriculum mix (IGCSE/A-Level/IB), and target expatriate family segment.
• International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL): Malaysia-based British/international K-12 school serving a similar expatriate and affluent local demographic with IB and IGCSE pathways. Closely comparable curriculum model and boarding/residential offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Funding overview

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