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A STEAM specialist school integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics right into daily learning—nurturing creativity, critical thinking, confidence, and real-world problem-solving.
Research has shown that STEAM-focused programmes can significantly boost student motivation, engagement, and learning outcomes, especially when connected to global challenges like sustainability. A recent study highlighted how STEAM courses designed with sustainable development principles not only improved subject knowledge but also nurtured curiosity, critical thinking, and innovation among students (Sustainability Journal, 2021).
STEM focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics to build technical knowledge and problem-solving skills. STEAM, on the other hand, brings in the Arts — not just as decoration, but as a way to foster creativity, design thinking, and deeper human connection in learning. The Arts help students link technical skills with imagination, empathy, and communication, making learning more holistic. As highlighted in STEM or STEAM?: the Critical Role of Arts in Technology Education, the “A” is vital because it turns knowledge into innovation and ideas into meaningful solutions (TUDublin Journal of Academic Practice, 2020)
All ages benefit, but the greatest impact comes when STEAM is introduced early. In primary years, it builds curiosity and creativity; in secondary years, it sharpens innovation, critical thinking, and career readiness. Research confirms early STEAM exposure boosts curiosity, confidence, and lifelong learning skills (International Journal of Pedagogy and Teacher Education, 2020).
STEAM enriches the Malaysian National Curriculum by going beyond STEM’s focus on technical knowledge to also nurture creativity, innovation, and holistic thinking. By integrating the Arts, students gain new ways to express ideas, approach problems with design thinking, and connect learning to real-world experiences. This shift supports national goals of producing future-ready learners who are not only skilled in science and technology but also adaptable, creative, and globally minded (HRMARS Journal, 2017).
STEAM equips learners with the adaptability and creativity that industries demand. From engineering to healthcare and design, employers look for problem-solvers who can innovate. By linking lessons to real-world applications, STEAM develops exactly those skills. Research highlights its positive impact on career readiness and innovation skills in higher education students (Malaysian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 2023)
Students will learn English and Malay with the option of learning Mandarin everyday. We also offer after-school opportunities to learn foreign languages such as Japanese and Korean. Private National school students will learn Malay, English and Mandarin.
Students innovate and learn with tools like VEX Go and VEX IQ from VEX Robotics, ByteEd coding, VEXcode VR, Python, White Rose Maths, Strawbess, GarageBand and more.
We offer over 75 CCAs in sports, arts, tech, clubs and global learning, ranging from Model United Nations to community projects.
Yes, we do. We have a robust online as well as face-to-face EAL and multilingual programmes that help students learn and improve their English language skills, allowing them to transition smoothly into our school.
The school actively encourages parents to get involved in school events. Parents will be informed accordingly on how they can support and participate in activities with their child and the school.
We also have a Community Support Committee (CSC) that is chaired by our parents and the school actively collaborates with the CSC on various activities.
Additionally, there are year group representatives and a new parent liaison group within the International and National School.
We do provide iPads for Primary Students but for Secondary students, we practice the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) programme.
Parent-Teacher Conferences (PTCs) will be held at least once per term, allowing teachers to share the students’ progress with parents.
We do not limit progress sharing or discussions to just PTCs. Parents are encouraged to directly reach out to the teachers to discuss their child’s progress as and when appropriate.
We offer both International and National Curriculum and accep students from 3 years old up to 15 years old *T&C Applies. Fees range from RM13,000 to RM54,000 annually.
Our Admissions Team will then be in touch to guide you through the application process, and will request the following items of information from you:
Parents’ passport/Identity Card
Parents’ visa (if relevant)
Parents’ work permit (if relevant)
Student’s birth certificate (translated to English for non-Malaysian)
Student’s passport/MyKid if Malaysian Citizen/Identity card
Student’s previous school report
Our SEN Coordinator, School Heads and their teams will review each case individually before a decision is made on accommodating students with special educational needs.
We strive to make the admissions process as smooth as possible, while taking time and care to give each prospective student’s application the attention it deserves. Generally, the full admissions process takes around 1 to 2 weeks from the initial application until the confirmation of a place, during which time your child may be required to sit for a standard assessment of their cognitive abilities.
Our school terms start in August for the International school and February for the National school but we have ongoing enrolment so students can join us any time. We have strong settling-in processes including a buddy programme to ensure children feel safe and supported as they transition into our community.
Students will be placed in year groups according to their date of birth. Our academic year cut-off date is 31st August every year. Students entering Early Years must have turned 3 by the 1st of September, and so on as they progress up the school.
Yes, if necessary. Fees may vary depending on the Malaysian Immigration fees structure.
Yes. Our application fee is RM1,00.00 for Sekolah Sri Tenby and RM1,600 for Tenby International School.
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