We are delighted to share that Uplands has achieved the status of being an
MYP Candidate School,
marking an important milestone in our educational journey.

First Multiprogramme IB World School

in Malaysia

Welcome to The International School of Penang (Uplands)

Our mission is to be an international community that upholds the school’s values, nurturing its members to become globally minded citizens.

Why Uplands?

Truly diverse: Uplands has over 90 well-qualified teachers from 20 different countries. We have close to 700 students from over 40 different countries.

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Who are we ?

The International School of Penang (Uplands) is one of the oldest and most established international schools in Malaysia. We hope you find the answers to your questions on our website, if not, please contact us. Information about the curriculum, subjects, ethos and fees is one thing, but to get a real feel for the school a visit is a must.

Safeguarding at Uplands

The International School of Penang (Uplands) is committed to providing a safe environment for its students, free from abuse, and uses the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (ratified in 1989) as a framework. The Convention comprises 54 articles that address the needs, safeguarding, and rights of children worldwide. It has been signed by nearly 200 countries including Malaysia. Countries that ratify the treaty pledge to protect children from economic and sexual exploitation, violence, and other forms of abuse and to advance the rights of children to education, healthcare, and a decent standard of living. 

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EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION

Over 700 Students, are experiencing excellence in education. We love our students and are fully dedicated to fostering a love of learning which will nurture their intellectual, aesthetic, emotional and physical faculties!

At Uplands, we go beyond understanding the world as it is. We endeavor to live our mission statement by creating an interdependent international community where the principles of respect for self and respect for others are strongly held.

The curriculum at The International School of Penang (Uplands) is designed to offer an international education. Qualities and characteristics are drawn from various national curricula, supported and promoted through the experience and motivation of highly-qualified staff.

We are glad that you are considering us as part of the education for your children. Uplands has a long tradition as a school with an excellent local and international reputation.

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