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Malaysia, Johor Bahru
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Two distinct curricula are offered: International School (British curriculum; ages 3-18) and National School (Malaysian private national curriculum). The International stream prepares students for IGCSE examinations, while the National stream prepares for SPM examinations. The Discovery Centre delivers STEAM learning with maker spaces and labs, and a life-skills framework is backed by Cambridge University and Camtree. The school is part of the International Schools Partnership network and operates as a Microsoft Showcase School.
Beyond academics, cocurricular activities include sports, arts, clubs and global learning opportunities.
Multilingualism is emphasised. Early Explorers is a trilingual program in English, Mandarin and Malay. In the International stream, English is the primary language of instruction with Mandarin and Malay support; the National stream uses English through the Dual Language Programme (DLP) alongside the national curriculum.
Extracurricular activities include sports, arts, clubs and global learning opportunities.
A life-skills framework supports leadership development and interpersonal skills. Students receive personalised guidance for university and career pathways.
Tenby International School Setia Eco Gardens in Johor Bahru caters to students aged 3 to 17, offering the British curriculum from Early Years through to IGCSE. Students begin with the Early Years Foundation Stage, followed by Key Stages 1 to 4, culminating in IGCSE examinations in Year 11. The school operates on a spacious 16-acre campus, which includes an aquatic centre, sports field, indoor gymnasium, and a dedicated Discovery Centre with science labs, a cookery room, and creative studios. A signature feature of the school is its STEAM-focused Discovery Centre, which integrates science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics into project-based learning. Students also take part in weekly co-curricular activities ranging from sports and performing arts to leadership programs and robotics. The school is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), which supports student exchanges and global collaborations.
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