ACS Bali vs Australian Independent School Bali

	A ACS Bali Bali, Indonesia	A Australian Independent School Bali Bali, Indonesia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year IDR 230,000,000 - 280,000,000	Fees / year IDR 51,960,000 - 253,520,000
Age range	Age range 6 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum IB (DP), Australian Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 800
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 21
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Indonesian
Opened	Opened 2025	Opened 1996
Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location ACS Bali is situated within Kura Kura Bali, an eco-development in South Denpasar. The campus is a 15 to 20-minute drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport. This position provides accessible transport links to nearby central areas such as Sanur, Kuta, and Nusa Dua.	Location Jl. Imam Bonjol No 458A Denpasar, Bali 80119
Stages	Stages The school structure covers Primary, Middle, Secondary, and High School, accepting students from ages 6 through 18. For the 2025–2026 academic year, the school is opening with Grades 1 to 7. Grades 8 through 12 will be added progressively in the following years.	Stages Preschool through Year 12; Early Childhood Curriculum; Primary Curriculum; High School Curriculum; Senior School Program; Australian Curriculum through Year 10; IB Diploma Programme or Senior Certificate in Years 11–12
School type	School type ACS Bali operates as a co-educational day school. While there are no on-campus boarding facilities explicitly listed, the school accepts students living away from their parents provided they reside with officially appointed guardians in Bali.	School type Independent international school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Student welfare is primarily managed through a pastoral care network led by homeroom and form teachers. The school also employs a specialist Emotional Counsellor to provide targeted support when necessary.	Additional learning support English Support Program; Learning Support Program
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school operates under the Singapore brand of education. It is explicitly modeled after ACS (International) in Singapore.	Country affiliation Australian-affiliated (Australian Curriculum)
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation ACS Bali operates with a Methodist Christian heritage.	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Students are expected to arrive by 8:10 AM for an 8:15 AM assembly, followed by the first lesson at 8:35 AM. The daily schedule includes a morning interval from 10:20 AM to 10:40 AM and a lunch break from 12:25 PM to 1:10 PM. Classes finish at 2:20 PM for Grades 1-2, 2:55 PM for Grades 3-4, and 3:30 PM for Grades 5-12, with mandatory co-curricular activities running until 5:00 PM for the older students.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details The school does not currently provide information regarding a dedicated school bus or coach service.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application Fees A non-refundable application fee of IDR 10,000,000 is required upon submitting the application form. Tuition Fees Tuition is payable per semester (there are two semesters in an academic year). Grades 1 to 6: IDR 115,000,000 per semester (Annual total: IDR 230,000,000) Grades 7 to 8: IDR 130,000,000 per semester (Annual total: IDR 260,000,000) Grades 9 to 10: IDR 140,000,000 per semester (Annual total: IDR 280,000,000) Billing Schedule and Payment Terms Fees are billed a semester in advance. Semester 1 payments are due by July 1, and Semester 2 payments are due by December 1. Late payments are subject to an additional fee of 2.0% per month. Boarding Fees Boarding fees are not applicable. Other Costs Capital Levy: IDR 25,000,000 (annual) Learning Materials Fee: IDR 25,000,000 (annual) Confirmation Deposit: IDR 20,000,000 (annual deposit to secure a place, which is deducted from the tuition fee) Additional costs not covered include uniforms, laptops (required for Grade 5 and above), supplementary materials, external examinations, transportation, lunches, and school trips. Refund Information Application fees, the confirmation deposit, and the capital levy are non-refundable. For newly admitted students, a 100% refund on tuition is available if written notice is received over 30 days before commencement. For existing students, current semester tuition is non-refundable. A full refund for Semester 2 is granted if withdrawal notice is provided at least three months prior to its start. Fee Payment Options Payments are accepted via bank transfer.	Fee details Australian Independent School Bali publishes its 2026 School Fees for Mainstream Students in IDR. The school charges a one-time non-refundable Application Fee of IDR 2,000,000 per student when the application form is submitted. Upon acceptance, a one-time non-refundable Registration Fee of IDR 5,000,000 is payable. A refundable Enrolment Notice Deposit of IDR 5,000,000 is also charged. Annual tuition fees by year level Annual tuition is Early Years 3: IDR 75,930,000; Early Years 3, 3 days/week: IDR 45,560,000; Early Years 4: IDR 84,480,000; Early Years 4, 3 days/week: IDR 50,690,000; Foundation: IDR 107,540,000; Year 1: IDR 128,750,000; Year 2: IDR 128,750,000; Year 3: IDR 134,370,000; Year 4: IDR 134,370,000; Year 5: IDR 142,310,000; Year 6: IDR 158,390,000; Year 7: IDR 165,470,000; Year 8: IDR 165,470,000; Year 9: IDR 167,470,000; Year 10: IDR 167,470,000; Year 11: IDR 190,720,000; Year 12: IDR 190,720,000. Billing schedule and payment terms Fees may be paid on an annual, semester, or term basis. The annual-basis total fees, including listed levies, range from IDR 51,960,000 to IDR 253,520,000. Other costs Material and Resources Levy ranges from IDR 6,400,000 to IDR 12,800,000. Capital Levy ranges from IDR 20,000,000 to IDR 50,000,000 where applicable. A Technology Levy of IDR 6,500,000 applies to Year 3 and new Year 4–6 students. Years 7–12 pay a refundable Textbook Deposit of IDR 4,050,000. Optional EAL support costs IDR 21,590,000 to IDR 63,770,000 annually. Bus service costs IDR 37,320,000 one-way or IDR 40,050,000 two-way annually. Boarding, refunds and payment options Boarding fees are not listed. The Enrolment Notice Deposit is refundable with one calendar month’s written notice before the last day of attendance.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement The school requires the full school uniform daily. PE days use the sports uniform as directed by teachers. Black shoes with black soles and laces, white socks, and hair tied back. Uniform items can be purchased at the uniform shop, which operates Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00.
Food options	Food options —	Food options The Bali campus has an on-site kitchen where meals are prepared on campus. It partners with Jungle Toppings to provide nutritious meals for students, staff and faculty. The campus is nuts- and shellfish-free; a food allergy procedure is in place and the school nurse coordinates allergy information.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership AIS Indonesia operates the Bali campus as part of its network with the Jakarta campus. It is licensed by the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture as a Satuan Pendidikan Kerjasama (SPK). AIS Bali and AIS Jakarta are IB World Schools authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme. AIS is a founding member of the Australian International School Association (AISA) and is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS). NAPLAN participation is supported by the Australian government's Education and Training Directorate, and AIS maintains an association with the South Australian Department of Education and Child Development (DECD).
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details ACS Bali follows a dual-curriculum framework that progresses from the Cambridge International system to the International Baccalaureate. In the Primary School (Grades 1 through 6), students study the Cambridge International Primary curriculum, concluding with the Cambridge Checkpoint assessments in Grade 6. The secondary phase (Grades 7 through 10) utilizes the Cambridge International Secondary curriculum, culminating in students sitting for their IGCSE qualifications at the end of Grade 10. Students entering specifically in Grade 10 also have the option to complete a one-year, non-examinable Foundation IB program in preparation for their final years. For High School (Grades 11 and 12), the school transitions to the two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), with authorization pending for the first cohort starting in 2027. The IBDP curriculum requires students to complete six academic subjects alongside a Theory of Knowledge course, an Extended Essay, and the mandatory Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) program.	Curriculum details AIS Bali uses the Australian Curriculum (ACARA) in Primary and High School, and the Australian Early Years Curriculum in Early Childhood. The Australian Curriculum comprises eight learning areas and seven general capabilities to prepare students for 21st‑century life and work. Year 11 and 12 graduates choose among the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP), IB Courses, a School Based Program, or a Hybrid model. Successful IB DP results enable progression to leading universities in Australia or globally. The school also offers Vocational Education & Training (VET) paths for students seeking routes outside university.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Average class sizes are 18-24 students, taught by a fully qualified teacher with a local teaching assistant. Additional support staff, including a Language Support Assistant and/or a Learning Support Assistant, are provided as needed.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Year 11 and 12 graduates may pursue the IB Diploma Programme, IB Courses, a School Based Program, or a Hybrid model. Success in the IB Diploma Programme enables progression to leading universities in Australia or globally.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning ACS Bali integrates social and emotional support through a structured pastoral care network centered around homeroom and form teachers. In the Primary School, homeroom teachers monitor conduct, encourage high standards, develop character, and observe peer relationships while offering direct guidance. Form teachers carry out this same role for students in the Secondary School. This structure is designed to ensure every student feels safe, affirmed, and contented, thereby helping them achieve their full potential.	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provisions, supported conditions, or specialized SEN staff.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) provisions, dedicated staff, or specific language support programs.	English as an additional language The school teaches in English with the exception of Advanced Indonesian; an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program with in-class support helps students improve English proficiency.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing at ACS Bali is primarily managed through the daily observations and guidance provided by the pastoral care network of homeroom and form teachers. To support more complex needs, the school is appointing a specialist Emotional Counsellor.	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding ACS Bali maintains a Code of Conduct that explicitly outlines the responsibility of all members to ensure the community feels safe and secure at all times. The school enforces a strict zero-tolerance policy for any form of bullying behavior. However, comprehensive child protection protocols or formal safeguarding policy documents are not publicly disclosed on the website.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview AIS Bali is a co-educational campus serving Preschool to Year 12. The Bali campus is located at Jl. Imam Bonjol No 458A Denpasar, Bali 80119. The campus opened a purpose-built facility in 2018. AIS Bali delivers the Australian Curriculum from Foundation to Year 10 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Years 11 and 12. The school provides inclusive education with specialist support for students from diverse backgrounds.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities Sport and Fitness and Outdoor Education are core components of the program; the Physical Education and Outdoor Education Programs are compulsory in primary and elementary years. Available sports activities include basketball, badminton, mixed martial arts, soccer, gymnastics, tennis, touch rugby, table tennis, yoga, AIS Swim Program, handball and running club.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities AIS Bali offers the Early Years Learning Framework in preschool. The Australian Curriculum is taught from Foundation to Year 10 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered in Years 11 and 12. The senior school program includes Vocational Education and Training in Business and Hospitality as part of its curriculum.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities Beyond the classroom, AIS Bali runs a rich extracurricular program that emphasizes teamwork, skill development and service. Creative and service components include CAS (Creative, Active, Service) for the IB Diploma, alongside a wide range of ECCAs. Available Creative and Service ECCAs include Student Representative Council, World Scholar's Cup Team, mural making, rock band, fashion design, environmental group, science club, arts and crafts, fundraising initiatives, gardening club, clay making, coding and dancing.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History ACS Bali is a newly established institution preparing to open its doors to foundation families for the 2025–2026 academic year. It operates under the financial entity Yayasan Adi Cita Sakti and is an extension of the established Singaporean "ACS brand of education." The broader Anglo-Chinese School (ACS) network, which ACS Bali is modeled after, was originally founded in Singapore in 1886 by Bishop William F. Oldham under a Methodist Mission. The Bali campus aims to replicate the educational approach of ACS (International) in Singapore, bringing an international curriculum within an Asian context.	History —
Community	Community The core of the ACS Bali community is its traditional House System, which groups older and younger students together to cultivate a united, family-like environment. Initially opening with two houses—Oldham House and Thoburn House—the system is designed to foster strong house spirit and leadership through friendly rivalry and various student competitions.	Community Strengthening minds and uniting the AIS Bali community. We empower young minds for a global future with an education for the future. AIS Bali understands that every child is unique and provides different pathways to support each student's learning and growth, developing students with wisdom and compassion, teachers with empathy and excellence, and staff with expertise and purpose, fostering a sense of belonging. The core values—respect, participation, honesty, responsibility, and safety—guide everything we do at AIS Bali.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school does not publicly disclose information regarding a Parent Teacher Association (PTA) or specific parent-led events, groups, and activities at this time.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual The school offers Science Club, Coding, and the World Scholar's Cup Team as part of its extracurricular program. These activities extend academic inquiry beyond the classroom, fostering inquiry, collaboration, and critical thinking. Participants apply scientific and computational thinking to projects and competitions. The program supports research, teamwork, and communication skills.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative The school provides Rock Band, Fashion Design, Arts and Crafts, Mural Making, and Dancing as part of its extracurricular program. These opportunities develop creativity and collaborative skills across the arts. Students engage in creative practice and performances, expressing themselves through visual and performing arts.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies The school offers Student Representative Council, Gardening Club, and Fundraising Initiatives. These activities foster teamwork, communication, and social engagement. They help students connect with the school community and pursue informal interests beyond academics.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Environmental Group and Gardening Club provide opportunities for service and environmental stewardship. Fundraising Initiatives support charitable activities and community projects. These ECCAs promote civic responsibility through practical projects.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Student Representative Council provides leadership opportunities and student governance. Fundraising Initiatives develop leadership and enterprise skills. ECCAs support senior students to enhance their CAS profile for the IBDP.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sport and Fitness and Outdoor Education are part of AIS Bali's extracurricular program. Available sports include basketball, badminton, mixed martial art, soccer, gymnastics, tennis, touch rugby, table tennis, yoga, AIS Swim Program, handball and running club. These activities build teamwork, resilience, and independence, while extended outdoor experiences foster personal growth.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided to develop English proficiency for academic purposes and to help non-English speaking students overcome language barriers. Diagnostic and placement assessments, together with teacher observations and classwork evaluations, guide placement and progression. Depending on each student's needs, a variety of integration methods are used to help students participate confidently in mainstream classes.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations Cambridge Assessment International Education (Planned): ACS Bali aligns its curriculum from Grades 1 to 10 with the Cambridge International framework to provide students with standardized Primary and Secondary qualifications, culminating in the IGCSE. International Baccalaureate Organisation - IBO (Pending Authorization): The school is currently in the process of seeking official authorization from the IBO to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), with the goal of commencing the program for its first cohort in August 2027.	Accreditations CIS accreditation; IB World School status for the Bali campus (IB Diploma Programme); Australian International School Association (AISA) member; National Assessment Program Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) participation; Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture licensing as a SPK (Joint Cooperation School); South Australian Department of Education and Child Development (DECD) training partnerships.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Complete Official Application Form Parents must submit the admissions application online. This submission must include all necessary supporting documents and proof of payment for the application fee. 2. Entrance Tests and Interview Following the application, the admissions office will contact the family to schedule an online entrance test and an oral interview (preferably face-to-face for families already in Bali). The online Cambridge assessments evaluate proficiency in Reading, Mathematics, and Developed Ability. The interview with a senior staff member is used to assess communication skills, personal qualities, and motivation. 3. Admission Outcome The Executive Principal makes the final admissions decision based on a holistic review of the applicant's test scores, interview performance, academic records, and alignment with the school's ethos. This outcome is typically communicated to the family via email within two weeks of the assessment. Exact test scores are not provided to parents. 4. Admission Confirmed An admission offer remains conditional until all required fees are successfully paid and transferred to the ACS Bali Yayasan account. Once the financial transfer is complete, the student's enrolment is officially confirmed for both the family and the school. 5. Welcome Pack Emailed to Family After confirmation, the school will email a comprehensive Welcome Pack to the family. This pack contains all the relevant information and details needed for the student to successfully start their education at ACS Bali. 6. Start of Orientation Programme Before classes officially begin, the school runs a planned induction program. This ensures that new students undergo a smooth transition and have a successful start to the academic year.	Admissions 1. Submit the enrolment application, book a tour or register for an open morning, and learn more about life as an AIS family. These actions initiate the admissions process and connect families with the AIS admissions team. Use the Apply Now option to begin the process. 2. Year level placements are determined at admission by age (birthdate), prior school records, measured aptitude and achievements, physical and emotional maturity, and other pertinent considerations, including students' performance in the entry assessments. There is an entry assessment that informs placement. Preschool 3 entrants must be at least three years old before March 31, be toilet trained, and be immunised. The academic year runs January to December. 3. The Entrance Age Guideline governs grade placement and provides the age ranges and grade equivalents for placement (e.g., Preschool 3, Preschool 4, Foundation, Year 1, etc.). Review the guideline to determine eligibility for each year level. 4. Prepare Admissions Documents: Completed Application Forms; two passport-size photographs of the students and parents; scanned copies of passports (cover page, photo page, vital information page, expiration date, and current visa page); scanned birth certificate; scanned copies of KITAS (for non-Indonesian passport holders); copy of official school reports for the previous two years; copy of all education certificates; copy of English language test results; copy of psychological or educational evaluations/reports (for Special Needs students only); copy of previous Individual Education Plans (for Special Needs students only); copy of immunisation records; certified translations of documents not in English. Note: If the school year has not been completed, mid-term reports should be sent. 5. Indonesian citizens may apply to Preschool 3, Preschool 4 and Foundation; Indonesian citizens with dual citizenship must submit AFFIDAVIT; All other citizens must submit a KITAS or a guarantee letter; ensure documents are in English where required. 6. Applications for admission will be taken throughout the school. 7. The school year runs January to December, and the admissions process is designed to accommodate this calendar.
Scholarships	Scholarships The school does not publicly disclose information regarding any scholarships offered at this time.	Scholarships Scholarship Program Jakarta: Four academic scholarships are available for Indonesian students who would benefit from AIS's international campus in Pejaten, Jakarta Selatan. The scholarships cover 100% of the school's tuition fees, 100% of the IB Diploma exam fees, and 100% of the school's capital development fees for the duration of the program. Family costs such as uniforms, camp, and extracurricular activities are the responsibility of the family for the duration of the program. Applicants must be Indonesian citizens residing in Indonesia, have high English language fluency, an outstanding academic record, and demonstrate attributes aligned with the IB Learner Profile; they must not currently be enrolled at AIS Indonesia and must be in Grade 10. Application requirements include a completed Scholarship Application Form, school reports for the last two years, a 500-word essay describing interest and benefits, two passport-sized photos, copies of passport and birth certificate, SKHUN, and copies of SMP diploma. The deadline for 2025 was May 22, 2025, and applications are submitted by email to scholarship@ais-Indonesia.com.
Waitlist	Waitlist The school does not publicly disclose information regarding a waitlist or pool system for applicants.	Waitlist —
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