Table of Contents
- Key Features
- Facilities
- Common Mistakes
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Ready to Teach in Malaysia?
- Similar Topics
- References
Straits International School Penang is an International Schools Partnership (ISP) school nestled in Bayan Lepas, Penang. It provides outstanding British curriculum education for children aged 3–16, with a strong focus on personalised learning and co-curricular activities.
Group: International Schools Partnership (ISP)
Location: Lilitan Sungai Ara, Sungai Tiram, Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia
Age Range: 3–16 years
Curriculum: British (IGCSE)
Students: ~919
Staff: ~65
Key Features: Straits International School Penang Essentials
- 100% IGCSE pass rate with high A–A* results
- 130+ co-curricular activities
- After school club until 6:00 pm
- School holiday club
- Official HSK Mandarin provider
- Dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme
- ISP International Learning Opportunities for Students (ILOS)
- Future Pathways career guidance
- Very close to Penang International Airport and the Free Trade Zone
Facilities
- Library, Laboratory, Sports courts, Swimming pool, Indoor gym
- Music room, Arts room, Cafeteria, Private transportation
- English language centre, Kindergarten (Early Years Centre)
- School nurse / medical bay, Football pitch, STEM Lab
Ready to Teach in Malaysia?
Teaching in Malaysia offers a genuinely rewarding combination of competitive salaries, low living costs, and a unique base for exploring Southeast Asia. Whether you are researching your first international posting or planning your next career move, every aspect of the process is covered on this site — from Employment Pass applications and salary negotiation to accommodation, tax, and life in Kuala Lumpur. Browse the related guides below to build the full picture before you commit.
Similar Topics
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- Comparing Teaching in Kuala Lumpur vs Penang vs Johor Bahru: Full City Guide
- Penang and Johor Bahru Pet-Friendly Neighbourhoods: Guide for Foreign Teachers
- Penang vs Kuala Lumpur for Foreign Teachers: Lifestyle and Rent Compared
- Realistic Rental Costs for Foreign Teachers in KL, Penang and JB (2025)
- Straits International School Rawang – ISP International School in Rawang, Selangor
References
- International Baccalaureate Organisation — www.ibo.org
- Cambridge Assessment International Education — www.cambridgeinternational.org
- Council of International Schools (CIS) — www.cois.org
- Ministry of Education Malaysia — www.moe.gov.my
- British Schools Overseas — www.gov.uk/british-schools-overseas
