Straits International School Penang

Straits International School Penang is a British-curriculum international school located in Bayan Lepas, on the southern part of Penang Island. The school provides education from early years through secondary, catering to students aged 3 to 16. Students follow the National Curriculum for England combined with Cambridge International qualifications, sitting Cambridge Checkpoint Tests in Years 6 and 9 and IGCSE examinations in Year 11.\n\nThe school is part of the Straits International School Group and is known for its nurturing, community-focused environment. The early years program follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum with a play-based, multilingual approach. The primary and secondary programs build progressively, emphasizing critical thinking, creativity, and global awareness. The campus features modern classrooms, science laboratories, a library, ICT suites, and sports facilities.

Key Information

Curriculum
British IGCSE
British National Curriculum
International General Certificate of Secondary Education
Language English
Age Range 3 - 16 years
Boarding No Boarding
School Calendar Northern Hemisphere
Established 2012