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Malaysia, Penang
Let the school know you're thinking of applying — they can share their prerequisites and help you through the process.
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1. Fill in the application form.
Once you receive communication from the school, you’ll be asked to complete an application form. This form will include student details, academic background, and parent contact information. The form can typically be submitted online or in person.
2. Schedule and complete an assessment test.
After your application is reviewed, the school will arrange a time for your child to take an academic assessment. This is used to understand the student’s current level and help place them in the appropriate year group. Assessment subjects and format may vary depending on the year level.
3. Attend a personal interview.
Following the assessment, the school will schedule an interview with the student and parent. This meeting gives both sides a chance to discuss the student’s educational needs and expectations, and it also helps the school assess the student’s fit.
4. Receive and respond to an offer.
If the application is successful, you will receive a Letter of Offer along with a Letter of Acceptance. Parents are required to sign and return the Letter of Acceptance by the given deadline to confirm enrolment.
5. Complete registration.
To finalize enrolment, parents must pay the registration fees and purchase uniforms and books. This step officially secures the student’s place at the school. Orientation or further onboarding information may be shared at this stage.
The school does not mention operating a formal waitlist or applicant pool system in its admissions materials.
Assumption International Secondary School offers scholarships, particularly for students from B40 (lower-income) families. These are provided through the Assumption Butterworth Alumni Association (ABAA), as part of a commitment to make the school accessible to a wider community.
Assumption International Secondary School (AISS), located in Bukit Mertajam, Penang, Malaysia, offers the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum for students aged 11–19. The school emphasizes small class sizes to provide individualized attention and a stress-free learning environment. Students progress through Key Stages 3 to 5, culminating in A-Level qualifications. The campus spans 2.7 acres along Jalan Kulim and includes a classroom block, administrative offices, and a multi-purpose hall repurposed from the historic St. Joachim Church. AISS is notable for its commitment to affordability, aiming to make international education accessible.
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