Why choose us
Why choose us
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Why choose us

Tenby Schools Ipoh is proud to be part of International Schools Partnership, ISP -  a global community dedicated to growing the world’s most curious, confident minds.

We foster both academic excellence and character development through a focus on developing life skills. Our students lead with the knowledge, skills and understanding to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Our diverse community of students from various cultures, cultivate mutual respect and self-confidence, growing into global citizens of the future.

Our history

Tenby Schools Ipoh was the founding Tenby School - established by one of the pioneers of International and Malaysian National education in Malaysia.

  • 1960
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    Founded

    Tenby Schools Ipoh began as a kindergarten for British expatriates in Malaysia. Founded by Dorothy Nelson-Doig, who named the school after her hometown Tenby in Wales, it quickly became one of the country’s first international schools.

  • 2000
    Young students smiling while sitting at a table

    Introduced the dual-stream curriculum

    Over the next 40 years, Tenby Schools introduced the Malaysian Primary School Curriculum alongside the English curriculum, pioneering a dual-stream system.

  • 2018
    Tenby Schools Ipoh campus from above

    Expanding across Malaysia

    Tenby Schools grew by opening up schools around Malaysia.

  • 2018
    Joined ISP

    Joined ISP

    Tenby Schools joined the International Schools Partnership, connecting with schools worldwide.

  • Today
    Teenagers playing with electronical devices

    Shaping future-ready learners

    Tenby Schools Ipoh is a thriving day and boarding school, achieving outstanding learning experiences 

Excellent academic results

Every year, our students achieve outstanding success in their Cambridge IGCSE and SPM examinations. These results showcase their hard work, curiosity, and commitment to learning, supported by a school environment that encourages them to thrive.

98%

Pass Rate
IGCSE 2026

72%

of all grades achieved were A* to B
IGCSE 2026

56%

of all grades were A* to A
IGCSE 2026

98%

of all grades were A* to C 
A-levels 2026

61%

of all grades were A* to B
A-levels 2026

42%

of all grades were A* to A
A-levels 2026

67%

of all grades were A* to C
SPM (Malaysia) 2025

95%

Pass rate
SPM (Malaysia) 2025

Why choose Tenby Schools Ipoh

Top reasons our families choose to belong here

  • Premier education in Ipoh

    Premier education in Ipoh

    Over 60 years of educational excellence, a welcoming campus and outstanding opportunities for more than 1,000 students.

  • Outstanding academics

    Outstanding academics

    Consistently strong examination results across our International and Malaysian National schools, preparing students for future success.

  • A global perspective, rooted locally

    A global perspective, rooted locally

    International perspectives, local expertise and the ISP’s Learning.First™ approach help every child thrive.

  • Volunteers donating food

    Strong school community

    Partnership between parents and teachers creates a supportive environment where every student feels valued and encouraged.

  • Students parading on a soccer field

    Sport, teamwork and school spirit

    From football and athletics to swimming and tennis, Tenby Titans inspires students to compete, collaborate and thrive.

  • Diverse extracurricular activities

    Diverse extracurricular activities

    With 60 co-curricular activities, cultural exchanges and ISP programmes, students can discover their passions and build lifelong skills.

  • Personalised learning support

    Personalised learning support

    Dedicated international and local educators combine academic learning, pastoral care and enrichment to support well-rounded development.

  • An ISP School

    An ISP School

    Tenby Schools Ipoh is part of International Schools Partnership, offering students transformative and skill-building learning opportunities empowered by a global network. 

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