Malaysia, Penang
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The campus is purpose-built in Penang. There are 48 purpose-designed classroom spaces. Senior School Library and Junior School Library are on site. The campus includes a 500-seat auditorium, plus drama rooms, music rooms and music practice rooms. ICT rooms, art studios and an art gallery are on site, together with a dedicated Sixth Form Centre.
The school provides athletics facilities including an Astroturf playing field. There is a 25 metre, 8-lane swimming pool and a learner pool, with additional spaces for sports such as badminton, basketball and football. A multipurpose hall and multiple playgrounds support physical education and activity programs.
There are 48 classrooms. Senior School Library and Junior School Library serve both campuses. Nine science laboratories support practical science work. ICT rooms, art studios and an art gallery support a broad range of subjects and creative work. The Sixth Form Centre consolidates facilities for higher-level study.
Co-curricular activities cover Sports & Physical Activities, Arts & Creative Expression, Music & Performing Arts, Languages & Communication, Academic & Skill Development, and Leadership & Community. Examples include Badminton, Basketball, Football, Swimming, Art Club, Creative Writing, Choir, Drama, English Speaking Club, French and Mandarin language activities, Maths and Robotics clubs, Eco Committee, Pupil Council and many other options.
Stonyhurst International School Penang is a coeducational day school for students aged 3 to 18, situated in Tanjung Tokong on Penang Island. The school offers a British-based curriculum, including the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), International Primary Curriculum (IPC), IGCSE, and A-Level programs. Facilities include an Astroturf field, a 25-meter swimming pool, a learner's pool, a multipurpose hall, a dance studio, junior and senior school libraries, an art gallery, and a 500-seat auditorium . A distinctive feature is the school's emphasis on 'cura personalis'—care for the entire person—manifested through personalized learning, coaching, advisory, and counselling programs . Each student is assigned an individual learning coach and mentor to support their educational journey.
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