Proton City school opens in Tanjong Malim, Perak

TANJONG MALIM, PERAK, 11 OCTOBER 2026 —

On 5 October 2023, the Sultan of Perak, His Royal Highness Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah, and the Raja Permaisuri, Tuanku Zara Salim, attended the opening ceremony of SMK Proton City in Tanjong Malim, Perak.

SMK Proton City comprises four three‑storey buildings and one two‑storey building. The campus includes 42 classrooms, a hall, a sports field, a canteen, a prayer room, meeting rooms, a resource centre, a music room, science and language laboratories, and other basic facilities. The school now serves 675 students from Malay, Chinese, Indian, Orang Asli and other ethnic groups. Sixty‑one teachers and seven support staff are employed.

The Ministry of Education Malaysia said the new school “will provide a modern learning environment and help to increase access to quality education for all students.” The ministry added that it remains committed to ensuring that no child is left behind.

SMK Proton City was constructed as part of the government’s broader effort to expand educational infrastructure in rural and peri‑urban areas. The project was financed through a public‑private partnership, with Proton Holdings contributing to the land and construction costs. The school’s opening was scheduled to coincide with the Sultan’s visit to the region, which also included a review of other development projects in Perak.

The Sultan’s presence underscored the importance of education in the state’s development strategy. “Education is the cornerstone of a prosperous society,” the Sultan said during the ceremony. The Raja Permaisuri added that the school would serve as a model for inclusive education in the region.

The Ministry of Education confirmed that the school’s enrolment figures have risen sharply since its opening, reflecting the demand for quality secondary education in the area. The ministry also noted that the school’s facilities meet national standards for safety, accessibility and environmental sustainability.

SMK Proton City’s opening is expected to have a positive impact on the local economy by creating jobs, attracting families to the area and encouraging further investment in community infrastructure. The ministry said it will monitor the school’s performance and enrolment trends over the next academic year.

The next step, according to the ministry, is to integrate the school into the state’s broader educational network and to provide ongoing professional development for teachers. The ministry also plans to review the school’s resource allocation to ensure that it continues to meet the needs of its diverse student body.

Related: Ministry of Education Malaysia · Tanjong Malim, Perak