Pelita International School
International School in Penang
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Key facts
- Curriculum: British taught at Pelita International School.
- Tuition: $2,317–$8,370/yr published in MYR, US$ equivalent.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 16 age range accepted.
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About Pelita International School
Pelita International School provides a nurturing environment where every child has the opportunity to explore and develop multiple intelligences, creating students who possess not only high IQ but high EQ (emotional intelligence). In fact, interpersonal and intrapersonal IQ or EQ is specifically taught as a subject from Early Years to Key Stage 4.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $2,317–$8,370 |
| Annual tuition (MYR) | RM9360-RM33810 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $6,844(+28%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $8,344 |
| Cost position in Penang | 11th percentile(budget-friendly) |
British
IGCSE
Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin
unknown
English as a Second Language
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
At a Glance
Fee Position in Penang
Budget-friendlyClass size: Not published
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