School reviews
School reviews

School reviews

At our private school in Penang, every child's growth is nurtured by the strength of the community around them. True to our promise of Growing, Together, our school places great value on building strong relationships through open communication with families, dedicated pastoral care and a vibrant school life. Here, parents, students and staff share their experiences - reflecting the care, connection and commitment that define our school.

Alex

Learning first: supporting and inspiring every child, every day

We're here for the kids - to help them learn and encourage them to learn.

Alex

Head of Humanities

Alfvin

Supportive, personalised, collaborative: teaching that adapts to every child

The school has been incredibly supportive, particularly in fostering excellent cooperation among the teachers. They are committed to working with each child individually, recognising that every child learns at their own pace.

Alfvin

Parent of International Secondary

Jessie

Loved by children, valued by parents: a true sense of community

My kids absolutely love going to school. They're comfortable, constantly sharing stories about their activities, especially the CCAs. It's clear the school values us as parents, which makes us feel truly part of the community.

Jessie

Parent of International Primary

Kamini

Creating a safe space: security as the foundation of learning

The first thing I do is I feel I make them feel secure.

Kamini

Nursery Teacher

Karlie Walsh

Helping every learner thrive and realise their full potential

We're not only enhancing educational pathways but fostering an environment where every individual can flourish and realise their potential.

Karlie Walsh

Campus Principal

Meet our team
Sharma

Personalised care: where teachers truly go the extra mile

The teachers here consistently go above and beyond, dedicating personalised attention to every single child.

Sharma

Parent of International Primary

Tvisha

Always supported: guidance when it matters most

It’s a very healthy environment, a lot of teachers help you if you’re going to do something and you can easily talk to anyone you want.

Tvisha

Year 9 - International Secondary

Alex

Head of Humanities

Alfvin

Parent of International Secondary

Jessie

Parent of International Primary

Kamini

Nursery Teacher

Karlie Walsh

Campus Principal

Sharma

Parent of International Primary

Tvisha

Year 9 - International Secondary

Alex

Head of Humanities

Alfvin

Parent of International Secondary

Jessie

Parent of International Primary

Kamini

Nursery Teacher

Karlie Walsh

Campus Principal

Sharma

Parent of International Primary

Tvisha

Year 9 - International Secondary

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