Unable to find a suitable school for her daughter in Kuala Lumpur, Alice Fairfield-Smith, a biology graduate from Harvard University, set up the school in her home in 1946 on Jalan Eaton. In doing so, she founded the very first British international school in Malaysia and the only British international school in Kuala Lumpur which is 'not for profit'.
We keep the Alice Smith spirit alive by encouraging each child to forge their own path, to be fearless in their quests like Alice Smith and to spark courageous exploration to inspire a better world.
In the spirit of Alice Smith, we constantly look to evolve the learning experience of our students, balancing the latest pedagogical research and learning tools with the deep experience of our educators.
Today The Alice Smith School is one of the oldest international schools in Asia catering for over 1,500 students from Pre-school to Year 13. Our school is internationally diverse, welcoming pupils from all over the world, attracted by a holistic, values-based and purpose driven education focused on student success, wellbeing and happiness.
According to the words of our school song: ‘Soon there were two, who were joined by a few’. Alice Smith started a movement with just two people. That single brave act sparked a positive chain reaction. She inspired other families to join her on her journey, creating a nurturing environment for generations of learners and a home away from home for thousands of families.
In that same vein, we keep the Alice Smith spirit alive by building a nurturing community that encourages our students to explore the world with courage, curiosity and compassion.
To build a better world together.