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Straits International School Penang follows the National Curriculum for England and the Cambridge curriculum for English, Mathematics and Science. Ages 3 to 16 are served across Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary. The Secondary pathway leads to Cambridge IGCSE examinations, and the school reports a 100% pass rate in IGCSEs. The school is part of International Schools Partnership (ISP), offering global opportunities and a structured Future Pathways programme for university and career guidance.
Arts and creative learning are integrated into the curriculum, with Art, Music and Drama included in Primary. The Primary timetable and core learning pillars emphasize a broad, arts-inclusive education alongside core subjects and co-curricular activities.
The school maintains a trilingual learning environment (English, Mandarin and Bahasa Melayu) from Early Years through Secondary, with English as an Additional Language (EAL) support and native-language assistance. Mandarin lessons are delivered in Mandarin from Key Stage 2, and weekly language activities bolster cultural immersion.
There are over 130 co-curricular activities on offer, including after-school clubs and holiday programmes. The After School Club runs until 5pm, providing supervised enrichment beyond the normal school day.
Challenge Week and service-based activities are integrated into the primary learning experience to engage with the local community.
Future Pathways provides personalised guidance for university and career planning. Students participate in international opportunities such as Model United Nations, exchanges and competitions, and the Life Competencies framework supports leadership and collaboration.
The campus is described as modern and secure, with specialist spaces for music, science and sports. After-school care is available through the After School Club, contributing to student well-being and continuity of care. The school is located in Bayan Lepas, Penang.
Straits International School Penang, located in Bayan Lepas, offers education for students aged 3 to 16, following the National Curriculum for England and Cambridge curriculum for English, Mathematics, and Science . The campus includes facilities such as science laboratories, technology suites, a swimming pool, and a library . The school emphasizes language learning, with English as the medium of instruction and additional instruction in Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin . A distinctive feature is the school's integration of local subjects like Malaysian History and Moral Studies for Malaysian students, reflecting a commitment to both international and local educational standards .
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