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Special Malay Program is a two-year transition class for Malay pupils before they may enter Standard 1V English schools. Every year, special admission exams are held to ensure that only eligible pupils can continue their education after finishing Malay school grades three and four. This study employs a qualitative approach, drawing on materials such as the Colonial Office Record, Annual Report, District Office Report, State Secretary's file, and meeting minutes held in the National Archives of Malaysia. According to the study's findings, only male students were first given the opportunity to enrol in the Special Malay Class. Local leaders are working to encourage Malay students of all genders to pursue their studies in this field. In conclusion, after the end of WWII, the Malay community has become more aware of the Special Malay Class, which has resulted in an increase in applications. The implications of this article show that, even though the British did not intend to enhance Malay education in the beginning, the Special Malay Class effectively helped Malay pupils understand English.
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