Malaysia, Penang
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Boarding is not available at POWIIS Tanjung Bungah. Boarding facilities are provided at POWIIS Balik Pulau for ages 11–19.
Students can either bring packed lunches from home or order from a curated list of lunch providers at Tanjung Bungah; there is a school cafeteria at Balik Pulau.
The school has a House Leadership program. There are four houses: Aqua, Ignis, Terra and Ventus.
POWIIS is owned and operated by MTT Learning Academy Sdn. Bhd. The Board of Governors is appointed by MTT Learning Academy.
Prince of Wales Island International School (POWIIS) – Tanjung Bungah, also known as POWIIS Primary, is a private international day school located on the scenic northern coast of Penang Island, Malaysia. Opened in September 2019, this campus serves children aged 3 to 13, covering Early Years to Key Stage 3. Designed to reflect a nurturing, inquiry-led philosophy, POWIIS Primary offers the English National Curriculum enriched with local and international perspectives. It promotes a student-centered approach where academic development, creativity, and personal well-being are deeply integrated.
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