Boarding Schools in Penang

Originally founded in Vietnam in 1929, this private Christian boarding school now makes its permanent home in Penang. In line with its strong spiritual leaning, DIS encourages student involvement in community activities as well as academic and biblical studies. (Dalat International School Full Details)

The International School of Penang, more commonly known as Uplands, was founded in 1955. The school is a co-educational primary and secondary school and also offers boarding facilities. Today the school boasts 72 qualified teachers who come from 18 countries and a student population of approximately 520. (International School of Penang Full details)

Prince of Wales Island International School (POWIIS) is situated in Penang, and is a relatively new school, having opened for classes in September 2011. POWIIS is a full boarding secondary school, and combines traditional English boarding school values with modern educational practice brought to life by a team of highly-qualified and experience teachers. (POWIIS Full Information)

Straits International School (SIS) is a co-educational institution that provides boarding. It was established by Charter Sdn Bhd in Penang in 2012 and offers British curriculum for students aged 4 to 16. The school uses ICT in its everday teaching and learning. Students are expected to take responsibility for their own learning, and students, teachers and parents have online access to assessment materials. (Straits International School Full Information)