RISE International School

Malaysia, Kedah

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 2 - 16 years

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE

Taught languages English, Malay, Mandarin

Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, STEM, Academic Enrichment, Outdoor Education

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Preschool

Introduction

RISE International School, located in Sungai Petani, Kedah, Malaysia, offers a trilingual education in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin for students aged 2 to 16. The school implements the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for early learners and follows the Cambridge curriculum for primary and secondary education, culminating in the IGCSE examinations. Emphasizing a Multiple Intelligences-inspired approach, RISE integrates academic learning with creative arts, STEM activities, and outdoor education. Notably, it is the only school in Sungai Petani that offers boarding services, providing a unique opportunity for students seeking a residential educational experience. The institution maintains strict health and safety protocols in partnership with Bagan Specialist Hospitals, ensuring a secure learning environment.

RISE International School (SP) N-CITY, Jalan 1 , Kawasan Perusahaan Ringan Bakar Arang, 08000 Sungai Petani, Kedah.

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Location

RISE International School is situated at No. 118, Jalan N-City 1/4, Kawasan Perusahaan Ringan Bakar Arang, 08000 Sungai Petani, Kedah, Malaysia. The school is located in an industrial area of Sungai Petani, offering accessibility to families residing in the region. Sungai Petani is well-connected via the North-South Expressway and is approximately 55 kilometers south of Alor Setar and about 33 kilometers northeast of George Town, Penang. The town is served by the Sungai Petani railway station, providing KTM ETS and KTM Komuter services, and has bus terminals such as Terminal Bas Ekspres Ukir Square, facilitating travel to various parts of Malaysia.

Stages

RISE International School offers education from preschool to secondary levels, catering to students aged 2 to 16. The school follows the UK Cambridge IGCSE Curriculum.

Type

RISE International School is a co-educational institution. It is the only school in Sungai Petani that offers boarding services.

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nformation regarding support for Additional Learning Needs (ALN) or Special Educational Needs (SEN) is not specified on the school's official website.

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RISE International School does not have an official affiliation with any particular country.

Religious affiliation

The school is secular and does not have any religious affiliation.

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FAQs

Where is RISE International School located in Sungai Petani and what is the full address?

RISE International School is located at No. 118, Jalan N-City 1/4, Kawasan Perusahaan Ringan Bakar Arang, 08000 Sungai Petani, Kedah, Malaysia, in an industrial area of Sungai Petani that is accessible to families living in the region.

What age range and school levels does RISE cater for?

RISE serves children aged 2 to 16, offering education from preschool through to secondary levels.

What curriculum does RISE International School follow?

Early learners are taught through the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), while primary and secondary students follow the Cambridge curriculum leading to IGCSE examinations.

How are the early years taught at RISE?

Early years provision follows the EYFS framework, focusing on foundational learning and development appropriate for children aged 2 and above.

Does RISE prepare students for external examinations?

Yes, secondary education follows the Cambridge pathway and culminates in IGCSE examinations.

What is RISE's overall educational approach in the classroom?

RISE uses a Multiple Intelligences-inspired approach that integrates academic learning with creative arts, STEM activities, and outdoor education to support different learning strengths.

Does RISE offer boarding for students?

Yes, RISE is the only school in Sungai Petani that offers boarding services, providing a residential option for students seeking on‑campus living.

Is the school co-educational and does it have any religious affiliation?

RISE International School is co-educational and secular, with no religious affiliation.

What health and safety arrangements does the school have?

The school maintains strict health and safety protocols in partnership with Bagan Specialist Hospitals to ensure a secure learning environment for students.

What kinds of activities does RISE offer beyond regular academic lessons?

RISE integrates creative arts, STEM activities, and outdoor education into its program, blending academic lessons with hands-on and experiential learning opportunities.

Does RISE explicitly include outdoor education and STEM in its programme?

Yes, outdoor education and STEM activities are integrated elements of RISE's learning approach alongside creative arts and academics.

Which languages are taught or used for instruction at RISE?

RISE offers a trilingual education in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin for its students.

Is the trilingual programme offered across all year groups?

The trilingual education is provided for students across the school's age range, serving children from 2 to 16 years old.

How accessible is the school for families relocating from Penang or Alor Setar?

Sungai Petani is well connected by road and rail; the town is approximately 55 kilometers south of Alor Setar and about 33 kilometers northeast of George Town, Penang, making the school reachable for families relocating from those cities.

What transport links serve the school and the town?

Sungai Petani is served by the North–South Expressway, the Sungai Petani railway station (with KTM ETS and KTM Komuter services), and bus terminals such as Terminal Bas Ekspres Ukir Square, providing multiple travel options to the area.

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