SRI KDU International School
Primary and Secondary school in Simpang Ampat, Penang, Peninsular Malaysia
SRI KDU International School is the Penang campus of the Sri KDU Schools group, now part of GEMS Education. Located in Simpang Ampat on the mainland, it offers Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels. Annual fees range from RM28,890 (Year 1) to RM52,500 (Year 12). Sibling discounts of 10-20% apply. The academic year runs three terms from August to July.
Verified from SMIPS, MOE MalaysiaSchool Information
| Registration Code | PUB4001 |
| School Type | International Schools |
| Curriculum | Cambridge IGCSE, A-Levels, IB Diploma |
| Level | Kindergarten through Year 13 (ages 3-18) |
| Medium of Instruction | English, Malay, Chinese |
| Website | gemsedu.com |
| Annual Fees | Mid-Range range (RM 30,000 – RM 60,000)Estimated |
| Accreditation | CIS, COBIS, IB World School |
| Languages | English, Malay, Chinese |
| Gender | Co-educational |
| Address | 2, Persiaran Mutiara 5 Pusat Komersial Bandar Tasek Mutiara Simpang Ampat 14120 Pulau Pinang |
| Postcode | 14120 |
| State | Penang, Peninsular Malaysia |
| Phone | 045097000 |
| registar_gip@gemsedu.com | |
| Registered With | Ministry of Education Malaysia (SMIPS) |
About SRI KDU International School Penang
SRI KDU International School in Simpang Ampat is the Penang campus of the Sri KDU Schools group, now managed by GEMS Education, a global education provider operating schools across multiple countries. The mainland Penang location at Bandar Tasek Mutiara serves families in Simpang Ampat, Nibong Tebal, Bukit Mertajam, and the broader southern Penang mainland corridor.
As part of the GEMS network, the campus draws on global educational resources, teacher training frameworks, and quality assurance standards that smaller standalone schools cannot easily replicate. Sri KDU schools have built a reputation in Malaysia for combining academic rigour with leadership development programmes.
Curriculum at SRI KDU International School Penang
SRI KDU Penang follows the Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels pathway. Instruction is in English, with Bahasa Melayu and Mandarin also taught. The academic year runs in three terms from August to July, which differs from the January calendar used by national schools.
Students progress through the Cambridge framework from primary through secondary, sitting IGCSE examinations before moving to A-Levels in Years 12 and 13.
Fees at SRI KDU International School Penang
Fees at SRI KDU Penang scale by year group. Sibling discounts of 10% to 20% help reduce costs for larger families.
| Year Group | Annual Fees |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | RM 28,890 |
| Year 6 | RM 41,490 |
| Year 7 | RM 44,450 |
| Year 11 | RM 49,680 |
| Year 12 | RM 52,500 |
| Registration fee | RM 10,000 |
| Deposit | RM 10,000 |
The school fees guide explains how to compare fee structures and factor in sibling discounts.
Admissions at SRI KDU International School Penang
SRI KDU Penang accepts students from early years through Year 12 (A-Levels). The three-term August-July calendar means the main intake is in August, though mid-year entry may be available depending on capacity.
Contact admissions: 04-5097000, registar_gip@gemsedu.com.
SRI KDU International School Penang in Penang
SRI KDU International School is in Simpang Ampat, Penang. Penang has 33 registered private schools including 14 international schools. The Penang international schools directory lists all options.
Contact: 04-5097000, registar_gip@gemsedu.com, gemsedu.com.
Questions about SRI KDU International School
What curriculum does SRI KDU International School Penang follow?
The school offers Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels. As part of the GEMS Education network, it also has access to global curriculum resources. The academic year runs in three terms from August to July.
How much are the fees at SRI KDU International School Penang?
Annual fees range from RM28,890 (Year 1) to RM52,500 (Year 12). Registration and deposit are each RM10,000. Sibling discounts of 10-20% apply.
Is SRI KDU Penang part of GEMS Education?
Yes. SRI KDU International School Simpang Ampat is part of the Sri KDU Schools group, which is managed by GEMS Education, a global education provider.
Where is SRI KDU International School Penang located?
The campus is at 2, Persiaran Mutiara 5, Pusat Komersial Bandar Tasek Mutiara, Simpang Ampat 14120, Pulau Pinang. Phone: 04-5097000.
Does SRI KDU Penang offer sibling discounts?
Yes. Sibling discounts of 10% to 20% are available, reducing fees for families with multiple children enrolled.