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The Daily Insight

What does MBSSKL mean?

Author

Matthew Wilson

Updated on February 27, 2026

Methodist Boys’ Secondary School, Kuala Lumpur (MBSSKL) is a secondary school located in the city of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It was founded in July 1897 by William Kensett, a Methodist missionary. Today, MBSSKL still maintains many aspects of the ethos of a missionary school.

What is the history of MBSSKL library?

The MBSSKL Library is supposedly the oldest school library in the country. The Library was founded in 1906, by philanthropist Mr. Eu Tong Sen of Perak, the youngest son of Mr. Eu Kong, founder of Eu Yan Sang company. In 1937, the library was renamed the Lum Mun Yoke Memorial Library. In 1941, war broke out and left the library in shambles.

What does MBPSKL stand for?

In 1958, the school was divided into the Secondary School (MBSSKL) and the Primary School (MBPSKL) in accordance with Malaysia’s new Education Policy.

When was MBS founded?

It was founded in July 1897, making it one of the oldest schools in Malaysia. It is known as MBS and its students are known as MBSians.