Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
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Peninsula International School Australia offers education from Early Years up to Pre-University. The Australia-Victorian Curriculum is used, and the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) is available. The curriculum is delivered through a partnership with Peninsula Grammar of Mount Eliza, Victoria, Australia, which provides academic support, course structure and materials, along with training and mentoring for teachers. The school opened in Setia Alam, Malaysia in January 2018, serving students aged 4-18.
The Peninsula Experience provides facilities for music and drama as part of the Performing and Visual Arts Programme. The campus includes Music Rooms, Art and Design spaces, and an auditorium to support arts activities. A 500-seat auditorium enables performances and cultural initiatives, and dedicated spaces support the performing and visual arts curriculum.
Co-curricular activities include opportunities related to Chinese language proficiency, such as the HSk Chinese Proficiency Test and Youth Chinese Test. These language-focused assessments are part of the school's co-curricular programme.
Co-curricular Activities cover sports, performing arts, discussions, music and other extension programmes beyond the classroom. The programme aims to identify students with a wide range of interests and develop learning experiences through extension and enrichment activities. Students interact across year levels to build school spirit.
Pastoral Care promotes well-being, student voice and resilience, with initiatives such as School Council, Positive Psychology, Well Being and PSHE education. Life Skills (PHSE) is a separate subject and part of the Well Being/Pastoral programme delivered across all year groups. The Peninsula Experience emphasizes building community spirit through house systems and cross-year interaction.
The school uses a House system to provide student identity and leadership opportunities. The House names reflect partnerships with Peninsula Grammar and are used to foster leadership and cross-year activities. Leadership development is reinforced by School Council and wellbeing programmes that cultivate leadership skills.
Pastoral Care centers on well-being and resilience, with PSHE education integrated across year groups. The school maintains 24-hour security and on-site nursing, ensuring student safety and welfare.
Located in Setia Alam, Shah Alam, this school offers the Australian Victorian Curriculum for students from Kindergarten (aged 4-5) through to Year 12 (aged 18). Graduates earn the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE). The campus features specialized facilities including science and computer laboratories, a library, a football field, a gymnasium, a swimming pool, an auditorium, three theatres, and two tennis courts. A distinctive program includes an annual cultural exchange where Year 8 students from its Australian partner school visit the Malaysian campus for immersive cultural and academic experiences.
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