The International School of Penang (Uplands)
At Uplands, we encourage all members of our community to be inquirers and
embrace creativity. We are innovative, reflective, and enthusiastic life-long learners.
DIVERSITY
At Uplands, we celebrate international mindedness, and embrace different perspectives. We are understanding and open-minded.
At Uplands, we embody a culture of trust and support through empathy and an understanding of different beliefs. We celebrate the achievements, talents, and efforts of our community.
RESPECT
COLLABORATION
At Uplands, we engage in open-minded dialogue and active listening based on honesty, transparency, and mutual respect, where every individual has something valuable to contribute. We work together to achieve common goals.
At Uplands, we provide an environment for personal and academic challenges. We praise perseverance and the willingness to be open to new experiences.
RESILIENCE
Contact Info:
Curriculum
- Lower Secondary (Years 7-9): English Language & Literature, Mathematics, Sciences, Physical Education, Geography, History, Information Technology, Design Technology, Art, Music, Drama, Bahasa Malaysia, Modern Foreign Language (Mandarin, German, French & Spanish).
- IGCSES: (Year 10 & 11): English, Science, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, Physical Education, Art, Design Technology, Drama, Computer Science, Economics, Geography, History, Information Technology, Music, Physical Education Edexcel GCSE (examined), Psychology (Edexcel), Music.
- High School Diploma (Years 10 – 13)
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme (Years 12 – 13): Economics, Geography, History, Psychology, English, French, German, Mandarin, Spanish, Chinese, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology, Physics, Film, Music, Theatre, Visual Arts, Mathematics, Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS), Extended Essay.
- Uniform Required
School Type
- Primary School
- High School
- Pre University
Facilities
- Learning Hub
- Swimming Pool
- Indoor Sports Hub
- Climbing Wall
Services Offered
- Catering And Lunch Menu
- Medical Care
- Transportation
Languages Taught
- English
- Bahasa Malaysia
- Mandarin
- Spanish
- French
- German
Student/Teacher Ratio
- 550
Hours
- Primary: 8:00am to 2:30pm
- Secondary: 8:00am to 3:30pm
Fees Range
Malaysian:
| Application fee: | RM800 |
| The I.S.P. School Association Membership Fee: | RM1,000 |
| Entrance fee: | RM7,000 (Non Refundable) |
| Deposit (refundable): | RM5,000 |
Tuition Fee:
| Reception: | RM23,000/year |
| Year 1: | RM28,000/year |
| Year 2: | RM34,500/year |
| Year 3 & 4: | RM41,000/year |
| Year 5 & 6 | RM49,000/year |
| Year 7 – 11: | RM63,000/year |
| Year 12 & 13 (IB): | RM65,500/year |







