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Malaysia, Penang
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Languages taught: English, Bahasa Melayu and Mandarin. Instruction is conducted in English with EAL support; native-language lessons are offered in Bahasa Melayu and Mandarin.
English-medium instruction with Bahasa Melayu and Mandarin language study; EAL support and native-language lessons are provided.
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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