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Pelita International School

Primary and Secondary school in Tanjung Bungah, Penang, Peninsular Malaysia

Pelita International School is a Cambridge school in Tanjung Bungah, Penang, serving students aged 4 to 17. The school covers Early Years, Primary (Key Stages 1-2), and Secondary (Key Stages 3-4) up to Cambridge IGCSE. Annual tuition ranges from RM 11,400 at Preschool to RM 29,400 at Year 11. Application fee is RM 300, registration RM 1,000-3,500, and ESL support RM 1,500 if required. SMIPS code PUBB005.

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School Information

Registration Code PUBB005
School Type International Schools
Curriculum International Curriculum (Cambridge, IB, IGCSE, or equivalent)
Level Kindergarten through Year 13 (ages 4-17)
Medium of Instruction English
Website pelitaschool.edu.my
Annual Fees Mid-Range range (RM 30,000 – RM 60,000)Estimated
Languages English
Gender Co-educational
Boarding No
Address Jalan Cengai Tanjung Bungah George Town 11200 Pulau Pinang
Postcode 11200
State Penang, Peninsular Malaysia
Phone 04-899 6277
Email admin@pelitaschool.edu.my
Registered With Ministry of Education Malaysia (SMIPS)

About Pelita International School

Pelita International School sits on Jalan Cengai in Tanjung Bungah, along the northern coast of Penang island. The school serves students aged 4 to 17 across three divisions: Early Years, Primary, and Secondary. English is the medium of instruction, and classes follow the Cambridge International framework through to IGCSE at Year 11.

The campus draws families from Georgetown, Tanjung Bungah, Batu Ferringhi, and the wider Penang island. With relatively small cohort sizes, Pelita provides a close-knit learning environment where teachers can track individual student progress across Key Stages 1 through 4.

Curriculum at Pelita International School

Pelita International School follows the Cambridge International curriculum from Early Years to Year 11:

  • Early Years (ages 4-6): Foundation stage building literacy, numeracy, and social skills through structured play and guided activities.
  • Primary (ages 7-12, Key Stages 1-2): Core subjects include English, Mathematics, and Science. Students develop academic skills in preparation for secondary studies.
  • Secondary (ages 13-17, Key Stages 3-4): Broader subject options including the Sciences, Humanities, and Languages. Year 10-11 students sit Cambridge IGCSE examinations.

Students who need English language support can join the ESL programme, which runs alongside the main curriculum. Bahasa Malaysia is available for Malaysian students. The school also offers optional sport coaching and Design and Technology as enrichment subjects.

Fees at Pelita International School

Pelita International School sits in the lower fee band for international schools in Penang. The school fees guide covers how to budget for all cost components.

Fee TypeAmount (RM)
Application fee300
Registration (Early Years)1,000
Registration (Primary/Secondary)3,500
Preschool tuition (annual)11,400
Year 11 tuition (annual)29,400
ESL support (annual, if required)1,500
Refundable depositEqual to 1 term’s fees

First-year costs for a Preschool student total approximately RM 12,700 including application and registration. From Year 2 onward the annual cost is tuition only, unless ESL support is needed. Fees are payable in three termly instalments.

Admissions at Pelita International School

Pelita International School accepts applications for students aged 4 to 17. The admissions office operates Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, and Saturday, 9am to 12 noon. Required documents include previous school reports, a birth certificate, and passport-size photographs.

Students are assessed for grade placement during the application process. Those with limited English may be offered the ESL programme alongside their regular timetable.

Contact admissions: 04-899 6277, WhatsApp 017-323 6140, admin@pelitaschool.edu.my.

Pelita International School in Penang

Pelita International School is in Tanjung Bungah, on the northern coast of Penang island. Tanjung Bungah has 6 registered private schools.

Penang has 14 registered international schools and 20 private schools total. The Penang international schools directory lists every registered option. The school is roughly 15 minutes from Georgetown and easily reached from the coastal road connecting Batu Ferringhi and Gurney Drive.

Contact: 04-899 6277, admin@pelitaschool.edu.my, pelitaschool.edu.my.

Questions about Pelita International School

What curriculum does Pelita International School follow?

Pelita International School follows the Cambridge International curriculum. Students progress through Key Stages 1-4 and sit Cambridge IGCSE examinations at Year 11. The school covers Early Years (ages 4-6), Primary (ages 7-12), and Secondary (ages 13-17) with English as the medium of instruction.

How much are the fees at Pelita International School?

Annual tuition ranges from RM 11,400 for Preschool to RM 29,400 for Year 11. Application fee is RM 300. Registration fee is RM 1,000 for Early Years and RM 3,500 for Primary and Secondary. ESL support costs RM 1,500 per year if required. A refundable deposit equal to one term's fees is payable on enrolment.

Does Pelita International School offer ESL support?

Yes. Students who need English language support can join the ESL programme at an additional cost of RM 1,500 per year. This runs alongside the standard Cambridge curriculum to help non-native speakers reach classroom proficiency.

What age groups does Pelita International School accept?

Pelita accepts students from age 4 to 17, covering three divisions: Early Years (ages 4-6), Primary (ages 7-12, Key Stages 1-2), and Secondary (ages 13-17, Key Stages 3-4 including IGCSE).

Where is Pelita International School located?

Pelita International School is at Jalan Cengai, Tanjung Bungah, 11200 Penang. The campus is on the northern coast of Penang island, close to the beach area. Contact: 04-899 6277, WhatsApp 017-323 6140, admin@pelitaschool.edu.my.

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