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Tunku Putra-HELP International School

Primary and Secondary school in Kuching, Sarawak, East Malaysia (Borneo)

Tunku Putra-HELP International School in Kuching, Sarawak was founded in 1997 as a joint venture between Cahya Mata Sarawak, Ibraco and HELP Education. The school offers IPC at primary level, Cambridge at secondary and A-Levels for pre-university, with fees from RM 9,000 (Kindergarten) to RM 23,500 (Secondary). It holds 5-star SKIPS rating, IPC accreditation (first in Borneo, 35th worldwide) and the CollectivED Silver Award 2024-2027. Max 24 per class. SMIPS code YUBL002.

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School Information

Registration Code YUBL002
School Type International Schools
Curriculum Cambridge International, A Level
Level Kindergarten through Year 13 (ages Kindergarten to 19)
Medium of Instruction English, Malay
Website tphs.edu.my
Annual Fees Mid-Range range (RM 30,000 – RM 60,000)Estimated
Languages English, Malay
Gender Co-educational
Boarding No
Address The Northbank, Kuching-Samarahan Expressway, Tabuan Jaya Kuching 93350 Sarawak
Postcode 93350
State Sarawak, East Malaysia (Borneo)
Phone 082-539800
Email enquiry@tphs.edu.my
Registered With Ministry of Education Malaysia (SMIPS)

About Tunku Putra-HELP International School

Tunku Putra-HELP International School opened in 1997, making it one of the earliest international schools in Kuching. The school is a joint venture between three entities: Cahya Mata Sarawak (the state’s largest listed conglomerate), Ibraco Berhad (a Kuching property developer) and HELP Education Services (the education arm behind HELP University). This ownership structure gives the school both local capital backing and professional education management.

The campus at The Northbank along the Kuching-Samarahan Expressway serves students from Kindergarten through pre-university. Class sizes are capped at 24 students, and the school day runs from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, an hour longer than most Sarawak schools. That extended day folds co-curricular activities and enrichment programmes into regular hours, reducing the need for separate after-school commitments.

Curriculum at Tunku Putra-HELP International School

Tunku Putra-HELP runs dual tracks. The international track follows the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) at primary level, transitioning into Cambridge IGCSE at secondary and Cambridge A-Levels for pre-university. The school earned IPC accreditation as the first school in Borneo and the 35th worldwide, a marker of consistent implementation quality. The national track follows the Malaysian national curriculum from Kindergarten through Form 5.

Students on the international track participate in the Duke of Edinburgh International Award, an enrichment programme that develops resilience through physical activity, skills development, volunteering and an expedition component. The school also received the CollectivED Silver Award for 2024 to 2027, recognising its professional development culture among teaching staff.

The school’s 5-star SKIPS rating (Sistem Kualiti Institusi Pendidikan Swasta) places it at the highest tier of Malaysian private school quality standards.

Fees at Tunku Putra-HELP International School

Annual fees at Tunku Putra-HELP sit in the mid-range for Sarawak international schools. The school fees guide explains common ancillary costs beyond base tuition.

LevelAnnual Fees
KindergartenRM 9,000
Primary (Year 1-3)RM 15,500
Primary (Year 4-6)RM 17,000
Secondary (Year 7-11)RM 23,500

These fees position the school well below the premium international schools in West Malaysia (RM 50,000+) while offering a comparable Cambridge and IPC curriculum, an advantage for families based in East Malaysia who want international qualifications without relocating.

Facilities at Tunku Putra-HELP International School

The Northbank campus includes:

  • Air-conditioned classrooms with interactive smartboards
  • Multi-purpose hall for assemblies and indoor sports
  • Running track and football pitch
  • Basketball courts

Admissions at Tunku Putra-HELP International School

The school accepts applications for both the international and national tracks. Intake primarily follows the January academic calendar for the national track and the September calendar for the international track. Prospective families can arrange campus visits through the admissions office at 082-539 800 or enquiry@tphs.edu.my.

Tunku Putra-HELP International School in Sarawak

Tunku Putra-HELP is located in Kuching, the capital of Sarawak. Kuching has 14 registered private schools, and the Sarawak international schools directory lists all 10 international schools in the state.

Contact: 082-539 800, enquiry@tphs.edu.my, tphs.edu.my.

Questions about Tunku Putra-HELP International School

What curriculum does Tunku Putra-HELP International School follow?

The school runs three levels: IPC (International Primary Curriculum) for primary years, Cambridge Lower Secondary and IGCSE for secondary, and Cambridge A-Levels for pre-university. It was the first IPC-accredited school in Borneo and the 35th worldwide. A parallel national track runs from Kindergarten through Form 5.

How much are the fees at Tunku Putra-HELP Kuching?

Kindergarten RM 9,000 per year, Primary RM 15,500 to RM 17,000 per year, Secondary RM 23,500 per year. These cover the international track. The national track fees are lower. Additional costs may include uniform, exam fees and co-curricular activity charges.

What awards has Tunku Putra-HELP received?

The school holds a 5-star SKIPS (Malaysia School Quality Standard) rating, IPC accreditation (first in Borneo), the Duke of Edinburgh International Award programme, and the CollectivED Silver Award 2024-2027 for professional learning and collaboration.

Who operates Tunku Putra-HELP International School?

The school is a joint venture between Cahya Mata Sarawak Berhad, Ibraco Berhad and HELP Education Services. Cahya Mata is Sarawak's largest conglomerate and Ibraco is a Kuching-based property developer, while HELP provides the education management expertise.

What is the class size at Tunku Putra-HELP?

Maximum class size is 24 students. The school runs from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, longer than the typical 3:00 PM or 3:30 PM finish at most Sarawak schools, reflecting the integrated co-curricular programme built into the school day.

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