Tenby School Ipoh
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
- IPC
Per yearabout USD 2.69K–13.8K
MYR 10.9K–55.9K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
Private school in Ipoh, Perak, offering British international (IGCSE, A levels) and Malaysian national (KSSR, KSSM, SPM) programmes for day and boarding students aged 2 to 18. Part of International Schools Partnership.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by International Schools Partnership (ISP). See all 121 schools of International Schools Partnership (ISP)
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2026-27
Curriculum
British · IGCSE · A Level
Ages
Ages 2–18
Language
English, Malay
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 1960
- Selectivity
- Moderately selective
- School day
- 07:45-15:15
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Early Years Toddler (2+) | MYR 10,935≈ USD 2.69K |
| Early Years Nursery (3-4) | MYR 10,935≈ USD 2.69K |
| Early Years Reception (4-5) | MYR 10,935≈ USD 2.69K |
| Year 1 | MYR 16,410≈ USD 4.04K |
| Year 2 | MYR 17,160≈ USD 4.23K |
| Year 3 | MYR 22,146≈ USD 5.46K |
| Year 4 | MYR 22,146≈ USD 5.46K |
| Year 5 | MYR 26,901≈ USD 6.63K |
| Year 6 | MYR 26,901≈ USD 6.63K |
| Year 7 | MYR 32,445≈ USD 7.99K |
| Year 8 | MYR 32,445≈ USD 7.99K |
| Year 9 | MYR 32,445≈ USD 7.99K |
| Year 10 | MYR 37,266≈ USD 9.18K |
| Year 11 | MYR 55,899≈ USD 13.8K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Early Years Toddler (2+) | MYR 10,935 (about USD 2.69K) |
| Early Years Nursery (3-4) | MYR 10,935 (about USD 2.69K) |
| Early Years Reception (4-5) | MYR 10,935 (about USD 2.69K) |
| Year 1 | MYR 16,410 (about USD 4.04K) |
| Year 2 | MYR 17,160 (about USD 4.23K) |
| Year 3 | MYR 22,146 (about USD 5.46K) |
| Year 4 | MYR 22,146 (about USD 5.46K) |
| Year 5 | MYR 26,901 (about USD 6.63K) |
| Year 6 | MYR 26,901 (about USD 6.63K) |
| Year 7 | MYR 32,445 (about USD 7.99K) |
| Year 8 | MYR 32,445 (about USD 7.99K) |
| Year 9 | MYR 32,445 (about USD 7.99K) |
| Year 10 | MYR 37,266 (about USD 9.18K) |
| Year 11 | MYR 55,899 (about USD 13.8K) |
Source: school website (tenby.edu.my) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Tenby School Ipoh (this school) | MYR 10,935 (about USD 2.69K) | MYR 55,899 (about USD 13.8K) |
| Seri Botani International School | MYR 4,900 (about USD 1.21K) | MYR 8,200 (about USD 2.02K) |
| Westlake International School | MYR 9,750 (about USD 2.4K) | MYR 29,700 (about USD 7.32K) |
| Wesley Methodist School Ipoh (International) | MYR 12,480 (about USD 3.07K) | MYR 20,190 (about USD 4.97K) |
| EdQuest International School | MYR 13,600 (about USD 3.35K) | MYR 19,600 (about USD 4.83K) |
| Imperial International School | MYR 7,800 (about USD 1.92K) | MYR 22,500 (about USD 5.54K) |
Source: school website (tenby.edu.my) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
Per term · Across grades
Nursery → Year 11
| Tenby School Ipoh · Per term | |
|---|---|
| Nursery | 3,645 |
| Reception | 3,645 |
| Year 1 | 5,470 |
| Year 2 | 5,720 |
| Year 3 | 7,382 |
| Year 4 | 7,382 |
| Year 5 | 8,967 |
| Year 6 | 8,967 |
| Year 7 | 10,815 |
| Year 8 | 10,815 |
| Year 9 | 10,815 |
| Year 10 | 12,422 |
| Year 11 | 18,633 |
| Grade | Per term |
|---|---|
| Nursery | MYR 3,645 |
| Reception | MYR 3,645 |
| Year 1 | MYR 5,470 |
| Year 2 | MYR 5,720 |
| Year 3 | MYR 7,382 |
| Year 4 | MYR 7,382 |
| Year 5 | MYR 8,967 |
| Year 6 | MYR 8,967 |
| Year 7 | MYR 10,815 |
| Year 8 | MYR 10,815 |
| Year 9 | MYR 10,815 |
| Year 10 | MYR 12,422 |
| Year 11 | MYR 18,633 |
The school's document states 3 payments per year.
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Intake
- 1, 4, 9
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Scholarships
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
IPC
Primary · Ages 5–11
The International Primary Curriculum: theme-based units that join science, history, geography and more; common in British-style schools.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Languages
- STEM
- Performing arts
- Sport
- Service
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Boarding
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Theatre
- Sports field
- Library
- Boarding
- Makerspace
Sports
- Swimming
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Football
- Badminton
- Netball
Arts
- Art and design
- Drama
- Music
After-school activities
- Public speaking
- Coding
- Robotics
- Sports
- Scouts
- Interact Club
- Student Council
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Source: Read from the school's website
School day structure
Secondary students arrive at 7:45am and finish timetabled classes at 3:15pm, with co-curricular clubs until 5pm.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Boarding arrangements
A boarding house for international students, with ensuite rooms, social areas and recreation facilities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Food options
Students choose from nutritious canteen meals or bring a packed lunch from home.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
House system
Four houses (Chimera, Hydra, Cerberus, Typhon) earn points across sports, service and creative activities.
- Chimera
- Hydra
- Cerberus
- Typhon
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Part of the International Schools Partnership network, sharing common learning programmes across its schools.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Students can choose the British international pathway (IGCSE, A levels) or the Malaysian national pathway (KSSR, KSSM).
- IPC
- IGCSE
- A-level
- KSSR
- KSSM
- SPM
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
The school reports a 98% IGCSE pass rate (2026) and a 95% SPM pass rate (2025), with 5 students achieving all A's in SPM.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
English as an additional language (EAL)
Active EAL support is offered for students with little or no English, plus BAL support for Bahasa Malaysia.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
The Learning Centre offers a space for breaks and access to a counsellor for emotional and psychological wellbeing.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
Supervised single-entry points, CCTV, the MyConcern logging system and safer recruitment checks.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
A campus in the green surroundings of Bandar Meru Raya with learning spaces, sports and performing arts facilities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
A 25-metre swimming pool, basketball, tennis and football facilities, and an indoor sports complex with badminton courts.
- 25m swimming pool
- basketball court
- tennis court
- football field
- badminton courts
- netball court
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Six science laboratories, ICT suites, a Design & Technology lab with a 3D printer, and a library.
- Science laboratories
- IT suites
- D&T lab
- Library
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
An auditorium, drama studio, music studios, a wading pool, an outdoor playground and a parent café.
- Auditorium
- Drama studio
- Music studios
- Wading pool
- Playground
- Parent café
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Arts and creative
Creative activities in music, drama, and art and design, supported by dedicated studios.
- Music
- Drama
- Art and design
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Service and environmental activities under the C.A.S.E. programme, including Scouts and Red Crescent groups.
- Scouts
- Red Crescent Society
- Interact Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Student leadership roles including Student Council, prefects and house captains.
- Student Council
- Prefects
- House Captains
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Clubs and sports after school support a healthy and active lifestyle.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
Trilingual provision in English, Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia, starting from Early Years.
- English
- Mandarin
- Bahasa Malaysia
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bilingual teaching
The national curriculum uses a Dual Language Programme, with Maths and Science taught in English.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Multilingual support; the process usually takes 1 to 2 weeks, with rolling enrolment and year groups set by birth date.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Sixth Form scholarships based on IGCSE results, open until the end of September each year.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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