Tunku Putra-HELP School
- UK EYFS
- IPC
- IGCSE
- A Level
- +1
Per yearabout USD 4.31K–4.67K
MYR 17.5K–19K · 2026 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
Private school in Kuching, Sarawak, offering kindergarten, national primary and secondary, international primary and secondary, and A Level programmes. A member of the HELP Group of Schools.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
UK EYFS · IPC · IGCSE
Ages
Ages 4–19
Language
English
Type
Local school, international programme
Fee level
- Nurse on site
- Yes
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Form 1 | MYR 17,495≈ USD 4.31K |
| Form 2 | MYR 17,830≈ USD 4.39K |
| Form 3 | MYR 18,145≈ USD 4.47K |
| Form 4 | MYR 18,470≈ USD 4.55K |
| Form 5 | MYR 18,965≈ USD 4.67K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Form 1 | MYR 17,495 (about USD 4.31K) |
| Form 2 | MYR 17,830 (about USD 4.39K) |
| Form 3 | MYR 18,145 (about USD 4.47K) |
| Form 4 | MYR 18,470 (about USD 4.55K) |
| Form 5 | MYR 18,965 (about USD 4.67K) |
Source: school website (tphs.edu.my) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Tunku Putra-HELP School (this school) | MYR 17,495 (about USD 4.31K) | MYR 18,965 (about USD 4.67K) |
| Lodge International School | MYR 7,240 (about USD 1.78K) | MYR 33,440 (about USD 8.24K) |
| St. Joseph's International School Kuching | MYR 14,800 (about USD 3.65K) | MYR 21,400 (about USD 5.27K) |
Source: school website (tphs.edu.my) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
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 2026-11-06)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Financial aid
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
EYFS
Early years · Ages 2–5
The early-years stage of British schools: play-based learning of language, social skills and early reading and number.
IPC
Primary · Ages 5–11
The International Primary Curriculum: theme-based units that join science, history, geography and more; common in British-style schools.
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.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Sports field
- Library
- Theatre
- Art studio
- Music room
- Science labs
- Dance studio
- Clinic
- Cafeteria
- Amphitheatre
- Courtyard
- Computer lab
Sports
- Swimming
- Physical education
Arts
- Music
- Drama
- Dance
- Visual arts
After-school activities
- Duke of Edinburgh International Award
- Careers
- Personal Projects
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Food options
Large cafeteria serving balanced meals, with optional pre-ordered healthy meal plans.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
A member of the HELP Group of Schools, located in Kuching.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Runs kindergarten, national primary and secondary, international primary and secondary, and A Level. National courses follow KSSR and KSSM, with maths and science drawing on Singapore and British syllabi.
- KSSR
- KSSM
- Cambridge
- IPC
- A Level
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Presents itself as the first international school in Kuching, with roots in Sarawak.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
Campus includes science labs, library, art studios, swimming pool, performing arts theatre and more.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Sports facilities include a swimming pool, fitness suite and school field.
- Swimming pool
- Fitness suite
- School field
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Six science labs, a library, computer labs, design and technology labs and music rooms.
- Six science labs
- Laila Taib Library
- Computer labs
- Design and technology labs
- Music rooms
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Outdoor amphitheatre, courtyard, dance studio and a parent café.
- Mini amphitheatre
- School courtyard
- Dance studio
- Parent café
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Arts and creative
Music, drama, dance and visual arts activities are available.
- Music
- Drama
- Dance
- Visual arts
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Students can take part in the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award.
- Duke of Edinburgh International Award
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Enrichment includes careers activities and personal projects.
- Careers
- Personal Projects
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
Teaches English, Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin as subjects across the programmes.
- English
- Bahasa Malaysia
- Mandarin
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Awards
Says it is ranked among the top 20 schools worldwide and is the only school in Borneo with IPC accreditation.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
States it holds IPC accreditation, and A Level is assessed by Cambridge International examinations.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Scholarships
Scholarships are available, with details by contacting the school. Links to university scholarship pathways are mentioned.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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St. Joseph's International School KuchingA Level · IGCSE · Australian
MYR 14.8K–21.4K (about USD 3.65K–5.27K)
Lodge International SchoolA Level
MYR 7.24K–33.4K (about USD 1.78K–8.24K)
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