Primary Academic Development

The Right Level.
The Right Support.
A Love for Learning.

Structured English and Mathematics for Year 1–6 students from international schools across Malaysia — accurately assessed, correctly placed, and genuinely challenged.

Year 1–6 English & Maths Ages 6–12 CEFR Aligned
Primary students learning at GL Academy

Students from International Schools Across Malaysia

CEFR Level Guide

What Level Should My Child Be At?

Select your child's year group. We'll show the expected English CEFR level for international school students in Malaysia — and what that means for both English and Maths.

A2

Year 3 · Age 8–9

Expected English Level

Elementary

Approaching IELTS 3.5

English Expectations

    Maths Expectations

      What We Teach

      English & Mathematics

      Two subjects. One shared goal: giving every child the confidence and competence to thrive at their international school.

      English

      A complete four-skills programme — Reading, Writing, Speaking and Grammar — aligned to international school benchmarks and the Cambridge Primary Framework.

      • Reading comprehension & analysis
      • Creative and structured writing
      • Spoken English & presentation skills
      • Grammar, vocabulary & spelling
      • Academic English across school subjects
      • Phonics and fluency for younger learners
      Enquire About English →

      Mathematics

      Taught in English, our Maths programme develops deep number sense, problem-solving confidence, and critical thinking from Year 1 through Year 6.

      • Number operations & mental arithmetic
      • Word problems in English
      • Fractions, decimals & percentages
      • Geometry, measurement & statistics
      • Algebra foundations (Year 5–6)
      • Exam-style problem solving
      Enquire About Maths →
      Wherever Your Child Is Now

      Every Child Is in the Right Place

      Select the description that best fits your child — we'll show you exactly how GL Academy supports them.

      Why GL Academy

      Built for International School Students

      We work with children from the same schools, the same curricula, and the same pressures — so we know exactly what your child needs to succeed.

      Free Placement Assessment

      Every child starts with a diagnostic test. We place them accurately so they never repeat what they know or skip what they need.

      Small Classes, Big Attention

      Maximum 10–12 students per class. Every child speaks, writes, and gets corrected — not just the loudest ones at the front.

      Joy-Centred Teaching

      Children learn best when they're genuinely enjoying it. Our teachers make lessons engaging — not just exam-focused drilling.

      Progress Parents Can See

      Regular written reports and parent updates. You'll know exactly where your child is, what improved, and what comes next.

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      Find out exactly where your child is, where they should be, and what it takes to get them thriving — at no cost and no commitment.