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Dalat International School is situated in Tanjung Bunga, a coastal suburb of Penang, Malaysia. The area offers a blend of residential neighborhoods and beachside living, with convenient access to local amenities.
Public transportation options, including Rapid Penang bus routes 101, 102, and 103, serve the vicinity, facilitating easy commutes to and from the school.
The school caters to students from Preschool (age 3) through Grade 12 (age 18). It is organized into three divisions: Elementary School (Preschool to Grade 4), Middle School (Grades 5–8), and High School (Grades 9–12).
Dalat International School is a co-educational institution offering both day and boarding options. Boarding facilities are available for students in Grades 6 through 12, providing a family-style living environment on campus.
The school provides support for students with mild to moderate special educational needs through its Learning Support program. Services include individualized education plans, classroom support, and consultative services aimed at fostering student independence and success.
Dalat International School follows an American curriculum and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
The school is a Christian institution that welcomes students from diverse faith backgrounds. Its programs incorporate Christian values and spiritual development as part of the educational experience.
The standard school day runs from 8:00 AM to 3:10 PM, Monday through Friday. Preschool programs may have adjusted hours, with dismissal at 12:00 PM.
Dalat International School offers a school bus service.
Application & Enrollment Fees:
Application Fee: MYR 800 (non-refundable)
Placement Test Fee: MYR 300 (non-refundable; applicable for Kindergarten–Grade 12)
Remote Test Fee: MYR 150 (if applicable)
Registration Fee:
Preschool 3–4 / Kindergarten: MYR 2,000 (non-refundable; credited toward Grade 1 registration)
Grades 1–12: MYR 5,000 (non-refundable)
Position Holding Deposit: MYR 1,500 per family (refundable upon proper withdrawal notice)
Tuition Fees (Annual)
Preschool 3–4: MYR 21,000
Kindergarten: MYR 26,000
Grades 1–2: MYR 30,500
Grades 3–4: MYR 40,500
Grades 5–6: MYR 49,800
Grades 7–8: MYR 55,500
Grades 9–12: MYR 57,200
Boarding Fees (Annual)
Room and Board (Grades 6–12): MYR 43,040
Technology Fees (Annual)
Kindergarten–Grade 4: MYR 400
Grades 5–6: MYR 2,100
Grades 7–12: MYR 400
Optional Meal Plans (Annual)
Lunch
Kindergarten–Grade 4: MYR 1,800
Grades 5–12: MYR 2,160
Snacks
Morning snack (Preschool–Kindergarten): MYR 800
Afternoon snack (Grades 1–4): MYR 800
EAL (English as an Additional Language) Fees
Kindergarten–Grade 3: MYR 3,000 (one-time, if required)
Grades 4–8: MYR 5,000 (one-time, if required)
Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
Tuition fees are due in full by the first day of each semester.
A 10% monthly surcharge applies to outstanding balances after 30 days.
Payment can be made via bank transfer (details provided upon enrollment).
Refund Policy
Tuition refund for early withdrawal:
Within 36 class days: 50% refund
Between 37–54 class days: 25% refund
After 54 class days: No refund
Boarding fees are non-refundable once the semester begins.
Position holding deposit is refundable upon proper notice of withdrawal.
Other Costs
School uniforms are required and available for purchase at the school store.
Dalat International School in Penang, Malaysia, serves students from preschool through Grade 12 and delivers a North American, Christian-based education. All instruction is in English, with English as an Additional Language (EAL) support offered up to Grade 8 . The school offers 17 Advanced Placement (AP) courses, including AP Biology, Computer Science, Microeconomics, and Music Theory, with students typically taking up to six APs during high school . Its 1-to-1 laptop program supports digital learning across all levels. A notable feature is the school’s capstone and independent studies program, encouraging self-directed learning. Students also participate annually in local and overseas service-learning trips, with a mandatory 10 hours of community service per year. The Distance Learning Resource Center and a focus on Standards-Based Teaching and Learning (SBTL) further support flexible academic pathways. The campus is located in Tanjung Bunga and enrolls over 700 students from 22 countries.
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