Tunku Putra-HELP School

Malaysia, Sarawak

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees MYR 10,060 - 32,410

Ages 3 - 19 years

Pupil numbers 800

Type Co-educational

Opened 1996

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge A Levels, Malaysian Curriculum

Taught languages Malay, Mandarin

Typical class size 30

Strengths Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Outdoor Education, Service and Sustainability

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Tunku Putra-HELP School (TPHS), located in Kuching, Sarawak, was originally established in 1996 and moved to a purpose-built campus at The NorthBank in 2020. It offers both international and national streams, catering to a diverse student body. The international stream follows the British curriculum, including the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), Cambridge IGCSE, and A-Levels. The national stream aligns with the Malaysian curriculum. Facilities at TPHS features air-conditioned classrooms with Apple TVs, science labs, ICT suites, art and music rooms, a performing arts theatre, dance studio, swimming pool, library, and dedicated spaces for sports and student well-being.

tphs.edu.my

The NorthBank, Kuching–Samarahan Expressway, Tabuan Jaya, 93350 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia .

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The Essentials

Location

Tunku Putra-HELP School is located at The NorthBank along the Kuching–Samarahan Expressway in Tabuan Jaya, Kuching, Sarawak. It sits in a rapidly developing residential and commercial area and is close to the planned Stutong station on the upcoming Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS), which will improve accessibility in the future.

Stages

The school is divided into Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form (A-Level) sections. It offers both Malaysian national and British international curricula from age 3 through Year 13 (A-Level).

Type

TPHS is a co-educational day school. Boarding facilities are not available.

Additional learning support

TPHS provides a dedicated Learning Support programme to assist students with higher learning needs. Support is primarily delivered within the classroom setting, but there is also a designated Learning Support Room (B22.5) for more focused interventions. The school emphasizes stimulating various approaches to enhance brain function for learning.

Country affiliation

The school is not affiliated with any country.

Religious affiliation

TPHS is a secular institution with no religious affiliation.

School day structure

The school does not have publicly available information on their day structure.

Bus service

The school does not offer a bus service.

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Fees

Kindergarten (Kindy 1 to 3)
Annual Fee: RM 10,060
Per Instalment (3 terms): RM 3,353

International Primary School
Malaysian Students:
Primary 1–3
Published Rate: RM 20,530/year or RM 6,844 per term
Bursary Rate: RM 17,450/year or RM 5,817 per term

Primary 4–6
Published Rate: RM 22,530/year or RM 7,510 per term
Bursary Rate: RM 19,150/year or RM 6,384 per term

Non-Malaysian Students:
Primary 1–3
Published Rate: RM 20,530/year or RM 6,844 per term
Bursary Rate: RM 18,475/year or RM 6,159 per term

Primary 4–6
Published Rate: RM 22,530/year or RM 7,510 per term
Bursary Rate: RM 20,275/year or RM 6,759 per term

International Secondary School (Year 7–11)
Malaysian Students:
Published Rate: RM 32,410/year or RM 10,804 per term
Bursary Rate: RM 27,550/year or RM 9,184 per term

Non-Malaysian Students:
Published Rate: RM 32,410/year or RM 10,804 per term
Bursary Rate: RM 29,170/year or RM 9,724 per term

The school does not have publicly available information on their Refund Policy and Payment Methods.

Academics

Curriculum

Tunku Putra-HELP School offers a dual-track curriculum comprising the Malaysian National Curriculum and the British-based International Curriculum. At the Kindergarten level, the school blends the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) with elements from the Malaysian curriculum, emphasizing early literacy, numeracy, and social development through play-based learning.

In the National Primary section (Standard 1–6), students follow the Malaysian KSSR syllabus, enhanced by British and Singaporean resources in Mathematics and Science. Subjects include Bahasa Malaysia, English, Science, Mathematics, Mandarin, History, ICT, Music, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Moral Studies, and Islamic Studies where applicable.

The International Primary stream (Years 1–6) follows the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), a theme-based program designed to foster global perspectives, creativity, and inquiry-based learning. This curriculum is complemented by the English National Curriculum for literacy and numeracy.

At the secondary level, students in the National stream (Form 1–5) follow the KSSM syllabus, leading up to the national SPM examination. The curriculum is supported by additional content from Singaporean and British syllabi for Mathematics and Science.

For the International Secondary stream (Years 7–11), students pursue the Cambridge curriculum, leading to the IGCSE examinations. TPHS also offers Cambridge International A-Levels (Years 12–13) for students in pre-university, enabling them to specialize in their preferred academic disciplines and preparing them for higher education globally.

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Admissions

1. Submit Application Form and Documents
Complete the application form and submit it along with the following documents:

Medical and Health Record form
Two recent passport-sized photographs of the child, parents, and guardian (if applicable)
Copies of the child's birth certificate, passport, identity card (Malaysian), and visa (non-Malaysian)
Copies of both parents' passports, identity cards (Malaysian), and visas (non-Malaysian)
Most recent school report and a testimonial regarding character and ability from the principal or class teacher
If the child is staying with a guardian, provide the guardian's recent photo, passport, identity card (Malaysian), visa (non-Malaysian), and a letter confirming the appointment as a guardian

2. Assessment
Once the complete application is received, the applicant will be scheduled for an assessment. The assessment varies depending on the year group and includes a meeting with the coordinator of the relevant section.

3. Application Review
The school reviews the assessed applications, considering factors such as assessment results, school reports, subject options at IGCSE, English language ability, the child's behavior, and availability of places.

4. Offer of Place
If the application is successful, an offer of place will be made. Placement is at the school's discretion, considering the student's age, academic ability, and level of achievement. Acceptance of the offer requires payment of the applicable fees by the stipulated date. If fees are paid by an employer, a Letter of Financial Guarantee must be provided.

5. Admission
Upon receiving payment or a Letter of Financial Guarantee, the school will communicate the child's start date and provide support with purchasing the school uniform and textbooks. The Admissions Officer or Coordinator will provide details for the first day at school.

Scholarships

TPHS offers bursaries and special rebates on tuition fees. For instance, the 2025 fee structure indicates that Malaysian students in Years 7 to 11 can receive a bursary. Non-Malaysian students may also be eligible for bursaries.

Waitlist

The school does not have a waitlist.

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FAQs

What curriculum does Tunku Putra-HELP School follow?

TPHS offers a dual-track system with both a British international stream (IPC, Cambridge IGCSE, A-Levels) and a Malaysian national stream. Students can choose whichever pathway best suits their goals and aspirations.

What age range does the school cater to?

The school accepts students from age 3 through to Year 13 (age 19). It covers Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form levels across both the national and international streams.

How much are the tuition fees at TPHS?

Annual fees range from approximately RM 10,060 for Kindergarten up to RM 32,410 for Sixth Form. Malaysian students may be eligible for bursary rates that reduce published fees. Fees are payable in three termly instalments.

Does the school offer boarding?

No, TPHS is a day school only. Boarding facilities are not available, so families need to arrange their own accommodation in the Kuching area.

What learning support is available for children with additional needs?

TPHS has a dedicated Learning Support programme led by a Head of Inclusion. Support is delivered in-class and in a specialist Learning Support Room, with personalised strategies and collaboration between teachers and the inclusion team.

What sports and extracurricular facilities does the school have?

The campus includes a half-Olympic swimming pool, a large school field, a fitness suite, and a multi-purpose hall. Students can also participate in the Duke of Edinburgh International Award and various enrichment activities.

Is there a bus service to the school?

The school does not currently operate its own bus service. Parents are responsible for arranging transportation to and from the campus at The NorthBank in Kuching.

What accreditations does TPHS hold?

The school is accredited by the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and was the first in Kuching to receive this recognition. It also holds the CollectivED Silver Award for excellence in coaching and professional learning.

What languages are taught at the school?

Students study English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin from Kindergarten onwards. The international stream is taught in English, while the national stream follows the Malaysian curriculum language requirements.

Does the school have a religious affiliation?

No, TPHS is a secular institution with no religious affiliation. It welcomes students from all backgrounds and cultures.

How does the admissions process work?

Parents need to submit an application form along with documents such as birth certificates, passport photos, and medical records. Prospective students then undergo an assessment before placement is confirmed.

What are the school's academic facilities like?

The purpose-built campus features air-conditioned classrooms with Apple TVs, six science labs, a library, computer labs, and Design and Technology facilities including cookery, textile, and resistant materials labs.

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