International Primary School

Age 5-11

At Tenby International Primary School, every learner’s journey starts with curiosity and grows with confidence. Our classrooms are alive with discovery, where every activity is crafted to inspire a love for learning. Experience a curriculum that combines the depth of the National Curriculum for England with the innovative, global perspective of the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and see how we empower students to think critically, collaborate meaningfully and grow as confident learners prepared for future opportunities.

  • Alongside mainstream English, learn Mandarin, with the option of attending daily classes or twice a week, as well as Bahasa Malaysia, fostering communication skills and cultural understanding
  • Benefit from personal iPads that enhance classroom engagement and foster essential digital skills
  • Build confidence with weekly swimming lessons that promote fitness and essential water safety skills
  • Daily co-curricula activities inspire us all to try new things and build life skills
  • Celebrate achievements and diversity in weekly assemblies that build a strong sense of community
  • Parents stay connected through Class Dojo, with daily updates and photos that bring families closer to their learner’s journey

Our curriculum

Guided by the Learning.First™ philosophy, our teachers support every learner’s journey, working with students as they build resilience, embrace challenges and develop the skills they need academically and socially. From the exploratory and fun-filled Year 1 and Year 2 (Key Stage 1) to the engaging and growth-focused Year 3 to 6 (Key Stage 2), we inspire a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.

English

Exploring worlds through words
Literacy lessons foster a love for storytelling, comprehension, and creative writing. With programmes like Talk 4 Writing, learners engage in language through stories and interactive activities, building confidence in communication.

STEAM approach

Grow at the pace of change
Throughout our classes we integrate our science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) approach, engaging students in hands-on, project based learning. This approach encourages collaboration, critical thinking and creativity across subjects.

Mathematics

Developing analytical minds
Our enhanced lessons use White Rose Maths to build fluency, reasoning and problem-solving skills. Learners study arithmetic, geometry and statistics, later exploring algebra and solving equations. Lessons incorporate practical tools and interactive activities, making mathematical concepts easy to understand and enjoyable.

Science

Discovering the wonders of science
Learners study biology, chemistry and physics through hands-on experiments. They learn about living organisms, materials, forces and energy. Science classes ignite curiosity and encourage exploration. The English curriculum is enhanced with White Rose Science to help students explore the natural world through hands-on experiments and inquiry-based learning. Our lessons encourage learners to think like young scientists.

Computing

Embracing future technology
We learn basic coding, digital literacy, internet safety and use the latest software. Projects enhance problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, preparing us for an ever-evolving digital world. Students develop digital literacy and coding skills using Byte-Ed, while VEX Robotics introduces them to robotics and programming through engaging, interactive activities. These programmes help students build life skills.

Music

Tuning into the rhythm
Students immerse in the joy of music by learning an instrument, singing, and participating in performances. These activities foster creativity, self-expression and collaboration. Students can also learn to play musical instruments with professional instructors during extracurricular activities.

PSHE

Building emotional intelligence
Personal, Social and Health Education help us understand and manage our emotions, build healthy relationships and develop social skills. We learn about mental wellbeing, physical wellbeing and our roles in the community.

PE

Active lifestyles
Physical Education classes focus on building physical fitness, teamwork and coordination. Students participate in a diverse range of sports and activities, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle.

Languages

Connecting through multilingualism
Students can choose between daily Mandarin or Bhasa Malaysia lessons twice a week, with additional focus on music. Language lessons also incorporate learning an instrument, singing, and performance, fostering cultural awareness and communication skills.

A typical day in our International Primary School

Every day Tenby International Primary School Penang combines engaging activities and meaningful learning opportunities. While timetables vary across the year groups, here’s an example of what happens between the lessons. Speak to the Admissions Team for a school timetable, featuring subjects and themes.

Drop off time

7:40 - 7:50am 
Parents are welcome to drop off your child from 7:40

Eat a delicious lunch

Various times 11.40 - 12.20
Your child chooses from a range of healthy, nutritious options, or you can send a packed lunch in from home. The lunch times differ according to school year.  

Home time

2:30pm 
At home time our International Primary School team will be waiting with your child ready for you to collect. 

CCA time

2:30-3:45pm 
We offer a choice of 75 co-curricular clubs after school.

Drop off time

7:40 - 7:50am 
Parents are welcome to drop off your child from 7:40

Eat a delicious lunch

Various times 11.40 - 12.20
Your child chooses from a range of healthy, nutritious options, or you can send a packed lunch in from home. The lunch times differ according to school year.  

Home time

2:30pm 
At home time our International Primary School team will be waiting with your child ready for you to collect. 

CCA time

2:30-3:45pm 
We offer a choice of 75 co-curricular clubs after school.

Core learning pillars

We're proud to be part of the International Schools Partnership, iSP—a global community of schools dedicated to growing the world’s most curious, confident minds. Our core learning pillars ensure your child thrives now and in their chosen future pathways.

Academic achievement

Enjoy personalised learning that continuously enhances knowledge, skills and understanding

Academic achievement

Enjoy personalised learning that continuously enhances knowledge, skills and understanding

Life skills

Gain essential life skills to thrive in academics, as well as careers and personal lives

Life skills

Gain essential life skills to thrive in academics, as well as careers and personal lives

Multilingualism

Develop proficiency in world languages, while being supported in home or first languages, and enhance knowledge and skills to thrive in a diverse, interconnected world. Primary students can choose between daily Mandarin or Bhasa Malaysia lessons twice a week

Multilingualism

Develop proficiency in world languages, while being supported in home or first languages, and enhance knowledge and skills to thrive in a diverse, interconnected world. Primary students can choose between daily Mandarin or Bhasa Malaysia lessons twice a week

International opportunities

Try global skill-building programmes and activities that develop critical thinking, teamwork and leadership

International opportunities

Try global skill-building programmes and activities that develop critical thinking, teamwork and leadership

Opportunities for growth

Beyond the classroom, international students discover passions through a variety of clubs, trips and leadership roles. Within more than 75 to choose, from arts to public speaking, there’s something for everyone.

Student leadership opportunities

Leadership roles like Student Council, House Captains and Librarians encourage students to take responsibility, develop essential teamwork and communication skills. Whether leading their peers in group projects, helping organise events, or representing their class, these roles help children grow into responsible, self-assured individuals.

House communities

Our whole campus House System provides children with opportunities to be rewarded for their efforts outside the classroom, where they can earn House Points for their participation in areas such as Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Character, Community, Creativity. Our four house groups are Ledang, Tahan, Kinabalu and Jerai.

Learning further afield

We love planning exciting experiences for our primary students. Throughout the year, we arrange delightful day trips to fascinating places, enriching our students' learning. A special highlight for Years 5 and 6 is the residential trips in Malaysia.  These trips are not only great fun but also a valuable opportunity for students to strengthen friendships and develop independence. These trips create lasting memories and important learning opportunities outside the classroom.

Seamless transition

The Year 6 Transition Programme supports learners as they move to secondary school, offering buddy systems, taster sessions, and introductions to their new environment. By getting them to know the teachers, the whereabouts of the classrooms and the subjects, they'll be better prepared. During Transition week all students will have a Year 7 buddy assigned to them to help the process of moving up and they will have taster sessions to experience life as a secondary student.

Opportunities for growth

Beyond the classroom, international students discover passions through a variety of clubs, trips and leadership roles. Within more than 75 to choose, from arts to public speaking, there’s something for everyone.

Student leadership opportunities

Leadership roles like Student Council, House Captains and Librarians encourage students to take responsibility, develop essential teamwork and communication skills. Whether leading their peers in group projects, helping organise events, or representing their class, these roles help children grow into responsible, self-assured individuals.

House communities

Our whole campus House System provides children with opportunities to be rewarded for their efforts outside the classroom, where they can earn House Points for their participation in areas such as Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Character, Community, Creativity. Our four house groups are Ledang, Tahan, Kinabalu and Jerai.

Learning further afield

We love planning exciting experiences for our primary students. Throughout the year, we arrange delightful day trips to fascinating places, enriching our students' learning. A special highlight for Years 5 and 6 is the residential trips in Malaysia.  These trips are not only great fun but also a valuable opportunity for students to strengthen friendships and develop independence. These trips create lasting memories and important learning opportunities outside the classroom.

Seamless transition

The Year 6 Transition Programme supports learners as they move to secondary school, offering buddy systems, taster sessions, and introductions to their new environment. By getting them to know the teachers, the whereabouts of the classrooms and the subjects, they'll be better prepared. During Transition week all students will have a Year 7 buddy assigned to them to help the process of moving up and they will have taster sessions to experience life as a secondary student.

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