International Schools in Penang, Malaysia

Last updated 21 July 2026

About international schools in Penang, Malaysia

Penang has a slower pace, known for its food, walkable areas, and a lifestyle that feels more relaxed compared to bigger cities. The island attracts families who want quality schooling without the bustle of KL, and its UNESCO-listed George Town adds cultural depth. School fees tend to be slightly lower than KL, and the expat community is close-knit with regular social events and coffee mornings.

Compare 22 international schools in Penang, Malaysia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average MYR 36,035), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 22 schools · avg fee MYR 36,035

Schools listed: 22
Curricula: 16
Average annual fee: MYR 36,035
Fee range: MYR 5,000 – 84,636
Most common curriculum: Cambridge IGCSE (8 schools)
Average school size: 567 pupils
Largest by enrolment: Straits International School Penang
Oldest: The International School of Penang (Uplands) (1955)
With boarding: 3

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British (12) IB (2) International (2) American (1) Canadian (1)

Assumption International Secondary School

Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE · Ages 11 to 19

MYR 21,600 - 28,800

Ages 11 to 19 years

Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels

International Schools in Penang, Malaysia

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Assumption International Secondary School

Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE · Ages 11 to 19

CanRidge Penang

Ages 1 to 6

St. Christopher's International School

British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) · Ages 3 to 10

Tenby Schools Penang

IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum) · Ages 3 to 16

Wesley Methodist School Penang (International)

Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) · Ages 3 to 18

Apple Tree Education

Montessori Curriculum · Ages 2 to 6

Stonyhurst International School Penang

Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels · Ages 3 to 18

Maple Bear - Penang

Canadian Curriculum · Ages 1.5 to 6

Starbright Kindergarten - Taman Bagan Butterworth

Ages 2 to 6

Prince of Wales Island International School - Balik Pulau

British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE · Ages 11 to 19

Harmony Kindergarten - Farlim

Fairview International School - Penang

IB (PYP), IB (MYP) · Ages 3 to 16

Corrington Premium Preschool

EYFS (Early years foundation stage) · Ages 2 to 6

Dalat International School

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum · Ages 3 to 18

Sri KDU International School Penang

British Curriculum · Ages 3 to 18

Funscape Kindergarten - Bayan Lepas

Ages 2 to 6

Starbright Kindergarten - Simpang Ampat

Ages 1.5 to 6

The International School of Penang (Uplands)

IB (PYP), IB (MYP) · Ages 4 to 19

Prince of Wales Island International School - Tanjung Bungah

British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) · Ages 3 to 13

Kidsville International Preschool

IPC (International Primary Curriculum) · Ages 2 to 6

Pelita International School

Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) · Ages 4 to 19

Straits International School Penang

British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary) · Ages 3 to 16

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