Tenby Schools Setia Eco Gardens
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$4K - US$11K
Curriculum: British · Cambridge
Age Range: 3-17
Students: Contact school
Location: Iskandar Puteri, Johor Bahru
Updated April 2026
In Brief
Tenby SEG suits families who want a British curriculum at mid-market fees, particularly if you value the 16-acre campus and want the flexibility of a dual-track school. Go in with realistic expectations about secondary - ask directly about IGCSE performance data and staff continuity before committing.
Tenby Schools Setia Eco Gardens is one of the larger British-curriculum schools in the Iskandar Puteri area, operating a dual-track model with both an international curriculum (IEYC, IPC, Cambridge IGCSE) and a Malaysian national curriculum on the same 16-acre site. As part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) network, it carries global backing that smaller independent schools cannot match. The campus facilities are genuinely impressive for the fee level: a heated 25m pool, sports hall, auditorium with a baby grand piano, Discovery Centre with STEAM labs, Maker Space with 3D printers and drones, and a dedicated Early Years Centre.
For families coming from the UK or other British-curriculum backgrounds, the Cambridge pathway from EYFS through IGCSE provides continuity. The school reported outstanding Cambridge IGCSE results in March 2026 and placed in the top three nationally in the Times Tables Rock Stars competition - both are positive signals. EAL support is built into the programme, which matters if your child is not a first-language English speaker. International track fees sit in the mid-range for the region: MYR 19,500 at Nursery rising to MYR 51,210 at Year 11.
The dual-track model is worth understanding fully before enrolling. The international and national cohorts share facilities but follow different timetables and teachers - this has practical implications for which friends your child makes and the school community you join. Teacher continuity at secondary level has historically been a point worth probing; ask the admissions team directly about average staff tenure and subject coverage at Years 10-11. The school sits in Setia Eco Gardens, which is well-connected for families in western Iskandar Puteri but adds distance for those based closer to Johor Bahru city.
What parents value
- –16-acre campus with exceptional facilities for the price point: 25m heated pool, auditorium, STEAM labs, Maker Space, full sports provision and dedicated Early Years centre.
- –Part of the ISP global network; Cambridge IGCSE and IPC accredited. Outstanding IGCSE results reported in March 2026.
- –International track fees are among the most accessible in Iskandar Puteri for a full British-curriculum school, with transparent published pricing.
Points of consideration
- –Dual-track model (international and national curriculum) means two distinct school communities on one site. Be clear which track you are enrolling on and what that means day-to-day.
- –Ask specifically about teacher retention at secondary level and subject breadth at IGCSE. Visit during a school day rather than on an open day.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / Reception (International) | 3 | 4,835 |
| Year 1 (International) | 5 | 5,482 |
| Year 2 (International) | 6 | 6,374 |
| Year 3 (International) | 7 | 7,304 |
| Year 4 (International) | 8 | 8,219 |
| Year 5 (International) | 9 | 8,791 |
| Year 6 (International) | 10 | 9,342 |
| Year 7 (International) | 11 | 9,981 |
| Year 8 (International) | 12 | 10,772 |
| Year 9 (International) | 13 | 11,499 |
| Year 10 (International - IGCSE) | 14 | 12,190 |
| Year 11 (International - IGCSE) | 15 | 12,696 |
Fees converted from MYR. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | 285 |
| Registration | 992 |
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Academic Results
| Cambridge IGCSE | Outstanding results (March 2026) |
Key results: Cambridge IGCSE Outstanding results (March 2026).
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's year group.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Johor Bahru's international schools serve families relocating for work in the Iskandar Malaysia corridor, Singapore-based parents seeking lower fees, and locally-based families choosing an international track. Contact the school for current enrolment and nationality breakdown.
Leadership
Elizabeth Grundy
Elizabeth Grundy is Principal of Tenby Schools Setia Eco Gardens. The school also has a dedicated Head of Secondary, Katie Carr, overseeing the IGCSE years.