Straits International School Penang

Straits International School Penang is located in Bayan Lepas on the southern part of Penang Island. The school is close to residential areas such as Sungai Ara and Bayan Baru.

The school is divided into Early Years, Primary, and Secondary sections. Early Years caters to children aged 3–5, Primary includes Year 1 to Year 6 (ages 5–11), and Secondary runs from Year 7 to Year 11 (ages 11–16).

The school is co-educational, enrolling both boys and girls across all age groups.

The school offers support for students with mild to moderate additional learning needs. Provision is managed by a dedicated Learning Support team, and accommodations may include small-group instruction, differentiated tasks, and in-class support. Support services are integrated into the school day where possible.

The school does not have a formal affiliation with any single country but follows the British curriculum framework.

The school has no religious affiliation and accepts students from all backgrounds.

The school day typically begins at 8:00 AM and ends around 3:00 PM, depending on the year group. Students have a mid-morning break and a lunch break, with meals either brought from home or available from the canteen. Co-curricular activities often take place after regular lessons.

The school offers a bus service to families living across Penang Island. The service is operated by external transport providers who coordinate directly with the school’s admin team. Routes and pick-up times are arranged based on student locations. Families can choose from full or one-way transport options depending on their needs.

Application and Enrolment Fees

Application Fee: MYR 1,600 (non-refundable, one-time payment).

Enrolment Fee (one-time, non-refundable):

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS): MYR 2,000
Primary School: MYR 5,000
Secondary School: MYR 7,000

Tuition Fees (Per Term and Annual)

The school operates on a three-term academic year. Tuition fees are as follows:

Nursery: MYR 5,980 per term / MYR 17,940 annually
Reception: MYR 6,560 per term / MYR 19,680 annually
Year 1: MYR 8,300 per term / MYR 24,900 annually
Year 2: MYR 9,245 per term / MYR 27,735 annually
Year 3: MYR 10,195 per term / MYR 30,585 annually
Year 4: MYR 11,090 per term / MYR 33,270 annually
Year 5: MYR 12,015 per term / MYR 36,045 annually
Year 6: MYR 12,835 per term / MYR 38,505 annually
Year 7: MYR 13,690 per term / MYR 41,070 annually
Year 8: MYR 14,160 per term / MYR 42,480 annually
Year 9: MYR 14,800 per term / MYR 44,400 annually
Year 10: MYR 15,100 per term / MYR 45,300 annually
Year 11: MYR 15,780 per term / MYR 47,340 annually

Additional Fees

Security Deposit: Equivalent to one term's tuition fee, refundable with one academic term's written notice of withdrawal.
Cyber Security Fee: MYR 250 ( one-time )

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms

Tuition and associated fees are billed termly in advance and are due by the first day of each term. A late payment charge of 5% per month applies to outstanding balances not settled within seven days from the term's start date.

Payment Methods

Payments can be made via bank transfer to the school's designated account. Details are provided upon invoicing.

Uniforms and Other Costs

Uniforms are mandatory and can be purchased through the school's designated supplier. Additional costs may include school meals, transportation services, extracurricular activities, and examination fees, depending on the student's year group and participation.