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Peninsula International School Australia

Primary and Secondary school in Shah Alam, Selangor, Peninsular Malaysia

Peninsula International School Australia (PISA) in Shah Alam is the only school in Malaysia offering the Australian Victorian Curriculum, including the VCE (Victorian Certificate of Education) for Years 11 to 12. Founded in 2018, fees range from RM 22,700 to RM 52,400 per year. Class sizes are capped at 25 students. Boarding and a 4-term January to December calendar.

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School Information

Registration Code BUBH017
School Type International Schools
Curriculum Australian Curriculum, Malaysian Curriculum
Level Kindergarten through Year 13 (ages 3-19)
Medium of Instruction English
Website peninsula.edu.my
Annual Fees Mid-Range range (RM 30,000 – RM 60,000)Estimated
Languages English
Gender Co-educational
Boarding No
Address No. 1 Jalan Setia Murni U13/51 Setia Alam Shah Alam 40170 Selangor
Postcode 40170
State Selangor, Peninsular Malaysia
Phone 60350338000
Email admissions@peninsula.edu.my
Registered With Ministry of Education Malaysia (SMIPS)

About Peninsula International School Australia

Peninsula International School Australia (PISA) opened in 2018 in Setia Alam, Shah Alam, as the only school in Malaysia offering the Australian Victorian Curriculum. The school operates in partnership with Peninsula Grammar, an established school in Mount Eliza, Victoria, Australia. This partnership provides curriculum alignment and quality assurance from the Australian side.

PISA serves students from Early Years (age 4) through Year 12, covering Junior School, Middle School, Senior School, and the VCE pre-university pathway. Class sizes are capped at 25 students. The school runs a 4-term calendar from January to December, matching the Australian academic year.

Curriculum at Peninsula International School Australia

PISA follows the Victorian Curriculum across all year levels, assessed through frameworks set by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA).

Early Years and Junior School (age 4 to 10): The programme covers English, mathematics, science, humanities, creative arts, and physical education. Assessment combines examinations with coursework, giving students a balanced evaluation approach from an early age.

Middle School (age 11 to 14): Students follow a broader subject range with increasing choice, building toward the specialisation required in senior years. The middle school programme develops study skills and independent learning.

Senior School and VCE (Years 11 to 12): Students prepare for the Victorian Certificate of Education, selecting subjects from the VCAA-approved list. The VCE generates an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) used for university applications in Australia and is recognised internationally.

Fees at Peninsula International School Australia

PISA sits in the mid-range for Selangor international schools. The school fees guide explains how to compare costs across different curriculum types.

LevelAnnual Fees
Early YearsRM 22,700
Junior/Middle SchoolRM 30,000 - RM 40,000
Senior/VCERM 48,000 - RM 52,400

Founding fee discounts of up to 35% apply for the first 400 students enrolled. Entrance-test-based tuition waivers of up to 75% are available for qualifying applicants.

Facilities at Peninsula International School Australia

The Setia Alam campus at Jalan Setia Murni includes classrooms, science laboratories, a library, sports facilities, and boarding accommodation. The campus sits within the Setia Alam township in Shah Alam, with access to the township’s parks and recreational areas.

Admissions at Peninsula International School Australia

PISA offers scholarships and founding-fee discounts. Student visa support is available for international students. The main intake is in January (Term 1), with mid-year entry subject to availability.

Peninsula International School Australia in Selangor

PISA is in Shah Alam, which has 27 registered private schools. The Setia Alam location is accessible from Klang, Shah Alam city centre, and the NKVE highway. The Selangor international schools directory lists all registered options in the state.

Contact: 03-5033 8000, admissions@peninsula.edu.my, peninsula.edu.my.

Questions about Peninsula International School Australia

What is the Victorian Curriculum?

The Victorian Curriculum is the academic framework used in the state of Victoria, Australia. PISA is the only school in Malaysia offering this pathway. Students in Years 11 to 12 sit the VCE (Victorian Certificate of Education), which generates an ATAR score for Australian university entry and is recognised by universities worldwide.

What are the fees at PISA?

Annual fees range from RM 22,700 for early years to RM 52,400 for senior levels. Founding students (the first 400 enrolments) can save up to 35% on fees. Entrance-test-based tuition waivers of up to 75% are also available for qualifying students.

Does PISA offer boarding?

Yes. PISA provides on-campus boarding facilities at its Setia Alam campus in Shah Alam. This serves students from outside the immediate Klang Valley area, including international students relocating to Malaysia.

What is the academic calendar at PISA?

PISA follows a 4-term calendar running January to December, aligned with the Australian academic year. This differs from most British-curriculum schools in Malaysia that start in September.

How does PISA compare to AISM?

Both are Australian-curriculum schools in Selangor, but they follow different state frameworks. PISA uses the Victorian Curriculum (VCE), while AISM in Seri Kembangan follows the New South Wales curriculum (HSC). PISA's fees (RM 22K-52K) are generally lower than AISM's (RM 45K-97K).

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