Global Leaders Academy Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
E-10-20 Plaza Mont Kiara, No. 2 Jalan Kiara - 50480 Kuala Lumpur - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Learning progress guarantee.
What we dislike about the school
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Global Leaders Academy (GL Academy) is located in the centre of Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur — a vibrant and upscale neighbourhood known for its large international and expat community. The academy is surrounded by cafes, restaurants, shopping malls, banks, and other convenient facilities, making it an ideal learning environment for both local and international students.
At GL Academy, they specialise in small group classes to ensure every student receives personalised attention. The courses are taught by experienced and highly qualified teachers, many of whom have TESL certificates.
English Courses
General Language
Intensive English Program
For the summer, only limited places left!20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromMYR 950MYR 903 / week More
Intensive English Program
For the summer, only limited places left!
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
MYR 950MYR 903 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 4 | 8 | 16 | 24 | 32 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (MYR) Our price (MYR) | 3,800 3,610 | 7,200 6,840 | 13,100 12,445 | 18,900 17,955 | 24,800 23,560 | 33,500 31,825 |
| Price in US$ | 883 | 1,673 | 3,043 | 4,390 | 5,761 | 7,781 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 11:45
Afternoon: 12:45 - 15:30 - Possible course durations
- 4, 8, 12, 16, 24, 32, 48 weeks
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Global Leaders Academy include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
- INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee
Reception1/25
Fun in class2/25
New students3/25
Well done!4/25
Learning5/25
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Learning in class8/25
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Facilities10/25
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Welcome12/25
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Entrance 14/25
Lesson15/25
Learning together16/25
New students 17/25
Teacher and students18/25
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Classroom20/25
21/25
Lounge22/25
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Reception24/25
Lesson25/25
Global Leaders Academy
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- British Council, Ministry of Education
- English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 40% male / 60% female
- Year of school foundation
- 2024
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Guidance for further higher education (free)
Guidance for further higher education (paid)
Paid parking (<500m)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Facilities to wash feet before praying
Halal food offered at the school
- Mosque situated nearby the school, additional time allocated for Friday prayer
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Ample natural light in some classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 10
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to reception
Accessible Toilet
Disabled car park
Additional comment about facilities of school
Global Leaders Academy (GL Academy) is located in the heart of Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur. The area surrounding the academy is vibrant and convenient, with a wide variety of cafes and restaurants including McDonald’s, Subway, and Starbucks. Within 200 meters, there are also two shopping malls, banks, ATMs, grocery stores, dry cleaners, and many other amenities, making it an ideal and comfortable environment for students and parents alike.
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| China | 20% |
| France | 15% |
| Japan | 10% |
| Korea | 10% |
| Other nationalities | 45% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 30% |
| 18-24 years | 40% |
| 25-34 years | 20% |
| 35-50 years | 10% |
| >50 years | 0% |
The average age outside summer is 8 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 5Adult courses - Throughout the year: 5Junior courses - In summer: 5Junior courses - Throughout the year: 5
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years7 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 6Adult courses Throughout the year: 6Junior courses In summer: 6Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
- Average age of students
- In summer: 18 yearsThroughout the year: 26 years
Information for all courses offered by Global Leaders Academy
- Lesson duration
- 60 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- MYR 300
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately MYR 200 per course level.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 17 Feb 2026, 18 Feb 2026, 21 Mar 2026, 22 Mar 2026, 27 May 2026, 31 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 01 Aug 2026, 25 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 22 Jan 2027, 06 Feb 2027, 07 Feb 2027, 24 Feb 2027, 10 Mar 2027, 11 Mar 2027, 01 May 2027, 17 May 2027, 20 May 2027, 06 Jun 2027, 07 Jun 2027, 15 Aug 2027, 31 Aug 2027, 16 Sep 2027, 28 Oct 2027, 25 Dec 2027.School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Accommodation
Shared House in Mont Kiara
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Single room, No meals 
Shared bathroom
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MYR 650/ week Show more
Shared House in Mont Kiara
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
MYR 650/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in MYR | -- | -- | -- | 2600 | -- | 2200 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 636 | 538 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Price per room
Price per room
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of MYR 500 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 5 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
No extra nights bookable
FAQ about Global Leaders Academy, Kuala Lumpur
The language test was too difficult for me, so I didn't finish it.
“The level test is supposed to be difficult so that we can assess the student's true English level. The student may skip the questions that they don't know. They just need to try their best.
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Jacob, from Global Leader Academy - Oct 21, 2025
Which countries are students of Global Leaders Academy from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Global Leaders Academy comes from China with a 20% representation, followed by students from France (15%) and Japan (10%).”
Global Leaders Academy offers courses for which ages?
“Global Leaders Academy offers courses from 0 years to 99. The average age is 18 during the summer and 26 the rest of the year.”
Terms of Global Leaders Academy
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- GLOBAL ACADEMY OF TRAINING AND EDUCATION SDN BHD | Tax registration ID: C58678535030
Visa Documents
- School fee for issuing the visa documents:
- 3,000 MYR
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
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Each lesson is 75 minutes long.