Scholastic
    (23 reviews)

    Company Profile

    Company overview

    Industry

    Broadcast Media, Entertainment and Publishing

    Company size

    51-100

    Primary location

    Level 19, Menara Suezcap 2, KL Gateway, No.2, Jalan Kerinchi, Gerbang Kerinchi Lestari, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
    Scholastic Corporation is the world’s largest publisher and distributor of children’s books, renowned for popular children books such as Harry Potter, Magic School Bus and Geronimo Stilton, and for world class education program to help children learn English. Besides, Scholastic also a leading provider of print and digital instructional materials for pre-K to grade 12, and a producer of educational and entertaining children’s media.The Company creates quality educational and entertaining materials and products for use in school and at home, including children's books, magazines, technology-based products, teacher materials, television programming, film, videos and toys. The Company distributes its products and services through a variety of channels, including proprietary school-based book clubs, school-based book fairs, retail stores, schools and libraries.The Company also makes quality, affordable books available to all children through school-based book clubs and book fairs. With a 100 years history of service to schools and families, Scholastic continues to carry out its commitment to "Open a World of Possible" for all childrens.Learn more at www.scholastic.com.

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    What’s it like working at Scholastic?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Scholastic stands out for its supportive and friendly work culture, where colleagues readily share knowledge and help one another. The company offers a pleasant multicultural environment with good HR policies and flexible working arrangements. Notably, the organisation maintains a strong focus on its mission of improving children's literacy and fostering a love of learning, which adds purpose to the work.

    However, employees face certain challenges, including limited opportunities for career advancement and below-market compensation. The organisation also experiences some operational challenges, such as heavy workloads during peak periods and outdated systems and processes that could benefit from modernisation.

    Recent reviews

    3.0
    Record to Report Analyst
    Nov 2025
    Kuala Lumpur City Centre Kuala Lumpur2 to 3 years in the role, former employee
    The company has a friendly hybrid culture but suffers from low engagement, low increments
    The good things- Hybrid mode - Friendly culture
    The challenges- Lack of engagement - Low increment - Unrealistic KPI - Annoying local finance - No opportunity for promotion
    4.0
    Record to Report Analyst
    Jan 2025
    Bangsar Kuala Lumpur1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    Good for fresh grad/intern
    The good things- Friendly colleague willing to share their knowledge and support each other. - Work life balance - Environment is nice, not toxic
    The challenges- Low salary - Low opportunity to grow
    1.0
    Senior Executive
    Jun 2024
    Kuala Lumpur City Centre Kuala Lumpur5 to 6 years in the role, former employee
    Join Scholastic only if you have a strong immune system and a resilient heart.
    The good thingsVery minimal political issues at work
    The challengesThe Local Finance department is consistently permitted to delegate their responsibilities to the SSC without needing approval from top management. They lack a clear understanding of their tasks and responsibilities. Additionally, this company offers no work-life balance.
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