 Balik Pulau contains 17 primary schools, five high schools, an Islamic religious school, a government-run vocational college and an international school.Primary schools

High schools

Islamic school
Vocational college
International school
Aside from these institutions, the Penang State Library also operates a branch within Balik Pulau.The basic health care needs of Balik Pulau's residents are served by the Balik Pulau Hospital, a public hospital located within the town.