International School in Ipoh – Tenby Schools Ipoh

Tenby Schools Ipoh sparks a love for learning for day and boarding students 

Welcome to Tenby Ipoh

Your learning journey

At Tenby Schools Ipoh, students thrive in our British International School, Private National School or Boarding School programme - each pathway sparking curiosity, building confidence and nurturing growth.


International curriculum

Ages 5-16

Discover an enhanced English National Curriculum that combines academic rigour with a global perspective and a focus on essential life skills.

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International curriculum
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National curriculum

Ages 7-17

Experience Malaysia’s National KSSR and KSSM curricula, enriched by English through our Dual Language Programme (DLP) and global perspectives.

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National curriculum
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Growing curious, confident minds

As part of International Schools Partnership, every child’s journey is enriched with proven learning experiences that spark curiosity and grow confidence.

  • Academic achievement

    Academic achievement

    Strong academic outcomes open pathways to leading universities and future opportunities worldwide. 

  • Life competencies

    Life competencies

    Build the human skills needed to adapt, collaborate and keep learning throughout life.

  • Multilingualism

    Multilingualism

    Develop fluency across languages, cultures and global environments.

  • International opportunities

    International opportunities

    Take part in global experiences that broaden perspectives and build confidence.

  • Life and career pathways

    Life and career pathways

    Explore personalised university and career pathways shaped around individual ambitions.

The admissions journey

  • 01

    Get in touch today

    Fill out our short enquiry form and our team will be in touch soon.

  • 02

    Book a visit

    Quality education is a two-way process, and it is important for you to feel that Tenby Schools is the right fit for your child’s education. Once we have received your enquiry, we will arrange for a school visit where you can see Tenby in action.

  • 03

    Submit application

    Applications are accepted throughout the year, subject to availability. Our admissions team will assist you with the application and any necessary paperwork for employers or visa applications. See FAQs below for the required documents. 

  • 04

    Application review

    Once your application is reviewed, we'll reach out with the next steps which may include an assessment and/or interview depending on the supporting documents included in your application and your current age. 

  • 05

    Offer

    There are three possible outcomes of the assessment. The first is Successful and you will be issued an offer letter. The second is Not Ready yet which means further discussion is needed about a start date and the third is a Conditional offer which may set out specific goals to be agreed by parents and the school before the child starts. 

  • 06

    Secure your place

    To accept the offer, provide any outstanding documents and pay the registration fee and deposit to secure your child’s place and enrol. Welcome to the Tenby family!

  • 07

    Get ready to start

    Time to  stride  into the school year! We are happy to have you  as part of our  school community and will make sure  you and  your family  feel  welcomed and supported from  enrolment to graduation - we're here for you!  

Andy Hill

Tenby Ipoh is a place where students can truly thrive, where learning is exciting, and where we push students beyond their limits to prepare them for a successful future. We're committed to fostering a love of learning and a passion for discovery.

Andy Hill

Campus Principal

Meet our team
Yi Hin

I'm so proud to be a Tenby student, achieving great things and sharing my ideas freely.

Yi Hin

Year 6, International Primary

Barbara

The boy who came to Tenby from another country has made significant strides in his language skills. He's now fully integrated into the school community.

Barbara

Parent

Ms. Leigh Holmes Hill

Students here feel confident and empowered. They're seen, heard, and valued, and they believe in their ability to succeed.

Ms. Leigh Holmes Hill

Deputy Head, International Primary

Benjamin

The small class sizes make it easier to participate in class and ask questions. I feel more comfortable and confident in the classroom.

Benjamin

Year 13, A-Level

Mr. Mohandas Naidu

To ensure effective learning, we assess students' prior knowledge before planning lessons. This personalised approach allows us to tailor instruction to each student's needs.

Mr. Mohandas Naidu

Head of National Secondary

Mr. Stevan

I love how the school empowers students to take the lead in productions like "Robin Hood." Seeing my daughter actively participate and take on a role was incredibly rewarding. It's a fantastic way to develop real-world skills.

Mr. Stevan

Parent

Andy Hill

Campus Principal

Yi Hin

Year 6, International Primary

Barbara

Parent

Ms. Leigh Holmes Hill

Deputy Head, International Primary

Benjamin

Year 13, A-Level

Mr. Mohandas Naidu

Head of National Secondary

Mr. Stevan

Parent

Andy Hill

Campus Principal

Yi Hin

Year 6, International Primary

Barbara

Parent

Ms. Leigh Holmes Hill

Deputy Head, International Primary

Benjamin

Year 13, A-Level

Mr. Mohandas Naidu

Head of National Secondary

Mr. Stevan

Parent

Frequently asked questions

Curious about Tenby Schools Ipoh? Browse our FAQs to discover the answers you're seeking. If you can't find what you're looking for, we're here to assist—simply fill in the form on our enquire now page above. 

Your child can join from age 2. Early Years (preschool) runs from 2 to 5, international primary from 5 to 11 and national primary from 6 to 12, international secondary from 11 to 16 and national secondary from 12 to 17. The Sixth Form, for ages 16 to 18, is where students study Cambridge A Levels.

For 2026/27, international school fees are RM 10,935 to RM 37,266 a year, depending on the year group. Sekolah Sri Tenby costs RM 4,233 to RM 7,395 a term, and Cambridge A Level is RM 10,322 a term. Registration, deposit and boarding costs are on our tuition fees page.

Tenby Schools Ipoh was one of the pioneer schools for international education in Malaysia. Established in 1960 by Ms. Dorothy as a kindergarten for British Expatriate children. 

English is the primary medium of instruction, Malay and Mandarin are also taught as part of the foreign languages 

 

Discover school day timings for each learning journey.

Parents can write to the following email address if they have feedback, ipoh@tenby.edu.my

Yes, we do have a school uniform which can be bought from school and differs for Early Years, Primary and Secondary. 

The school is in Bandar Meru Raya, a green and quiet area about 15 minutes from the town centre. The address is No.16, Persiaran Meru Utama, Bandar Meru Raya, Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia.

We will consider SEN students on a case-by-case basis as at present we do not have a dedicated SEN department. 

Yes we do offer EAL support for students who have zero to minimal English. 

The school invites parents for a number of events organised by the school team – from celebration assemblies to school productions, coffee mornings to parents’ teachers conferences. 

  • Pearson - Edexcel 
  • Cambridge Assessment International School  
  • International Primary Curriculum  

Our students represent the school in many different sporting events, from district level to state and national level. We have our football, basketball, badminton, swimming teams and more. 

Yes, to help them with homework and revision purposes but some books are kept in school. 

At present, lockers are readily available to secondary students while it isn’t available for primary students at present time. 

  • Bullying cases and any other behavioural / disciplinary cases are referred to our Pastoral Care & Safeguarding team. 
  • Please link back to Safeguarding and counselling page 

Yes, it would be helpful as a lot of the school work and communication will be done through Microsoft Teams and a few other platforms. 

Termly PTCs (Parents-Teacher conferences) & SLCs (Student Lead Conferences) are organised to update parents on children’s progress.

We do not restrict students from bringing mobile phones to school but use of mobile phones during lessons are not permitted. 

Our admissions team will guide you through the application and ask for the parents' passports or identity cards (and visas and work permits, if relevant), your child's birth certificate (translated into English if your child is not Malaysian), your child's passport, MyKid or identity card, and their previous school report.

The international pathway follows the National Curriculum for England, combined with the International Primary Curriculum at primary level, leading to IGCSE examinations at 16 and Cambridge A Levels at 18. The school is accredited by Pearson Edexcel, is a Cambridge Assessment International School, and is an accredited International Primary Curriculum school.

Both. The school runs two pathways. The British international pathway follows the National Curriculum for England and the International Primary Curriculum, leading to IGCSEs and Cambridge A Levels. The Malaysian national pathway follows the KSSR and KSSM curricula, leading to SPM, enhanced with English through the Dual Language Programme. Families choose the pathway that fits their child, and students on both pathways share one campus, with more than 60 co-curricular activities on offer.

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Take charge of your learning journey at Tenby Schools Ipoh. Embrace good struggles, lead with confidence and say "Yes, I can!"

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