ACS Jakarta vs North Jakarta Intercultural School

	A ACS Jakarta Jakarta, Indonesia	N North Jakarta Intercultural School Jakarta, Indonesia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year IDR 254,000,000 - 310,000,000	Fees / year IDR 71,600,000 - 267,610,000
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 859	Pupils 266
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1996	Opened 1990
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location ACS Jakarta operates on two campuses: East Campus (Setu) in Jakarta Timur and West Campus (BSD City) in Tangerang, Banten. The East Campus is located at Jl. Bantar Jati, Kelurahan Setu, Jakarta Timur 13880 (Setu area), and the West Campus is located at BSD Niaga Timur N-09, BSD City, Tangerang 15858, Banten. Both campuses are accessible via toll roads and public transport.	Location Jl. Boulevard Bukit Gading Raya, Kelapa Gading, Jakarta Utara 14240, Indonesia. Located in the Kelapa Gading neighbourhood of North Jakarta with access to major roads nearby.
Stages	Stages Primary and Secondary (ages 6-18).	Stages Early Years (Preschool – Kindergarten); Primary Years Programme (PYP 1-5); Middle Years Programme (MYP 1-5); Diploma Programme (DP 1-2).
School type	School type International Baccalaureate World School and an authorized Cambridge Centre.	School type IB Continuum School; WASC-accredited.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Students come from over 20 nationalities.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support English Language Learners (ELL) support and MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports); Language Policy.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Methodist	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Students arrive by 7:25am and morning assembly occurs before lessons begin at 7:50am. Kindergarten finishes at 12:00pm, Grades 1–6 finish at 2:30pm, and Grades 7–12 finish at 3:30pm, after which Co-Curricular Activities run. Primary runs a 45-period week (about 9 periods per day) and Secondary runs 49–54 periods per week (about 10–11 periods per day); each period is 35 minutes with Snack Time and Lunch Break.	School day structure School begins at 7:30 AM; For PYP 1 to DP 2, dismissal is at 2:45 PM, Monday through Friday; Early Years have staggered dismissal times.
Bus service details	Bus service details Currently, the school does not offer transport to or from school; students come in their own cars.	Bus service details NJIS provides a full school bus service with an NJIS-appointed driver and female chaperone; service is available on weekdays (Mon–Fri) during school hours from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Admission Fees Entrance Test Fee: Grade 1 & Grade 10: IDR 1,000,000 Grades 2–9 & Grade 11: IDR 2,000,000 Admission Fee: September 2025 – March 2026: IDR 4,500,000 April 2026 – May 2026: IDR 6,500,000 June 2026 onwards: IDR 9,000,000 Early Bird Deposit: IDR 30,000,000 to secure discounted tuition rates. Tuition Fees (2026/2027 Academic Year) Grades 1–6: IDR 254,000,000 per year, approximately IDR 63,500,000 per quarter Grades 7–8: IDR 275,000,000 per year, approximately IDR 68,750,000 per quarter Grades 9–10: IDR 287,000,000 per year, approximately IDR 71,750,000 per quarter Grades 11–12 (IB Diploma Programme): IDR 310,000,000 per year, approximately IDR 77,500,000 per quarter Learning Materials Fees Grades 1–6: IDR 8,600,000 per year Grades 7–8: IDR 9,100,000 per year Grades 9–10: IDR 20,000,000 charged upfront for the two-year IGCSE programme Grades 11–12: IDR 27,600,000 charged upfront for the two-year IB Diploma Programme Students entering Grades 10 and 12 do not pay additional learning materials fees because these were prepaid in Grades 9 and 11 respectively. Billing Schedule and Payment Terms School fees are charged annually. The academic year is divided into four quarters across two semesters. An Early Bird discount of 15% on tuition fees is available for new students who complete payment by the stated deadline. Boarding Fees ACS Jakarta is a day school and does not offer boarding facilities. Other Costs and Fees Additional charges may apply for selected co-curricular activities, examinations, field trips, uniforms, and transportation services. Refund Information Admission fees and deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. Tuition fees are also stated as non-refundable and non-transferable once paid. Fee Payment Options Payments are accepted according to the school’s invoicing schedule. The school provides payment deadlines and instalment information through the admissions office.	Fee details Application & Enrollment Fees - Application fee: IDR 2,840,000 per student (non‑refundable, non‑transferable) payable at the time of submission of the admission application. - Refundable deposit: IDR 10,000,000 held while the student is enrolled; refundable at the end of the final term (graduation or non‑re‑enrollment) once all school books and equipment are returned. - Sibling discount: 5% off tuition for each qualifying sibling (does not apply to Grades 1–5); discount applies from the second child and requires proof of legal relationship. Tuition fees by grade level (annual and per‑semester) Note: the school operates on a two‑semester academic year. Annual tuition figures and the separate "ACC" column are shown below; per‑semester figures are the annual amounts divided into two equal installments to reflect the two semesters on the school calendar. - Preschool (PS2–PS3) - ACC: IDR 13,051,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 6,525,500. - Tuition: IDR 58,549,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 29,274,500. - ACC + Tuition combined: IDR 71,600,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 35,800,000. - Pre‑K - ACC: IDR 14,760,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 7,380,000. - Tuition: IDR 70,846,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 35,423,000. - ACC + Tuition combined: IDR 85,606,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 42,803,000. - Kindergarten - ACC: IDR 14,760,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 7,380,000. - Tuition: IDR 90,920,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 45,460,000. - ACC + Tuition combined: IDR 105,680,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 52,840,000. - PYP (Grades 1–5) - ACC: IDR 35,887,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 17,943,500. - Tuition: IDR 157,307,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 78,653,500. - ACC + Tuition combined: IDR 193,194,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 96,597,000. - MYP (Grades 6–10) - ACC: IDR 44,566,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 22,283,000. - Tuition: IDR 211,054,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 105,527,000. - ACC + Tuition combined: IDR 255,620,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 127,810,000. - DP (Grades 11–12) - ACC: IDR 44,566,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 22,283,000. - Tuition: IDR 223,044,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 111,522,000. - ACC + Tuition combined: IDR 267,610,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 133,805,000. Assessment / examination and programme‑specific fees - DP2 (Grade 12) assessment fees: approximately SGD 150 per subject (typically six subjects) for AY 2025/2026; this assessment cost has been noted for recent years and may vary year to year. - MYP5 (Grade 10) e‑assessment fees: approximately SGD 94 per subject (fees noted for AY 2025/2026); students may elect selected subjects or all subjects for the full MYP e‑assessment. - Pamoja online course fees: additional charges may apply for DP students who select subjects delivered through Pamoja. Billing schedule and payment terms - Academic structure: the school academic calendar is organised into two semesters per year; the per‑semester splits above reflect that two‑semester structure. - Early‑payment pricing: listed tuition figures are shown as early‑payment prices (early‑payment terms and any discounts are part of the school's billing options). The school reviews pricing annually. - Deposit handling: the IDR 10,000,000 deposit is retained while the student is enrolled and refunded at the end of the final term after return of all school property. School bus / transport - Service: a full‑service school bus (driver and female chaperone) is provided for weekday service during school hours; seatbelts and car seats for preschool children are required. Specific bus route fees and invoicing are arranged through the school's transport/registration process. Uniforms, merchandise and other routine costs - Uniform and merchandise sample prices (retail merchandise shop figures): - NJIS Sport Bag: IDR 210,000. - NJIS Hat: IDR 63,000. - NJIS Hoodie: IDR 262,500. - NJIS Bottle: IDR 84,000. - New NJIS Houses Hoodie: IDR 250,000. - Team sport uniforms, after‑school activity (ASA) fees and individual extra‑curricular vendor fees: charged at cost or on a per‑activity basis; after‑school activity fees vary by activity and are billed separately. Field‑trip and camp costs vary by year and programme. Typical examples given for camps and trips show a wide range (for example, Week Without Walls camps have previously been quoted in the range of IDR 2,000,000 up to IDR 25,000,000 depending on grade and trip; class learning trips have been noted around IDR 1,000,000). These activities are invoiced separately when organised. Refund information - Refundable deposit: the IDR 10,000,000 deposit is refundable at the conclusion of enrolment provided all school books and equipment have been returned. - Other refunds: programme‑specific or activity refunds (for example field trips, ASAs) are subject to the terms and timing of those activities; amounts for external examinations (IB assessment fees) are charged by external bodies and are not refundable by the school if the external body's rules do not allow refunds. Fee payment options and invoicing contacts - Uniforms/merchandise: school merchandise is offered through the school shop with an online ordering / payment link for merchandise. - Tuition and other fees: tuition billing, payment schedules (annual/semester options), invoicing and accepted payment methods are arranged through the school's Admissions and Business Office; the Admissions Team and main school contacts handle fee inquiries and registration. Contact details include admissionsteam@njis.org and the school's main phone/WhatsApp numbers. Boarding - Boarding: the school does not provide boarding facilities; NJIS is operated as a day school. Notes on additional charges - Replacement/late charges: lost or damaged library and textbook replacement charges, processing and administrative charges are applied where books or resources are not returned; outstanding charges may block report card issuance until settled. After‑school activity fees, team competition costs, and off‑site trip costs are charged separately. (End of fees overview.)
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement The NJIS uniform consists of dark blue shorts or pants, a skort or skirt, and a button-down batik shirt or white shirt, with House shirts worn on Fridays. The uniform shirt buttons must be fastened, a white T-shirt may be worn underneath, and shoes must be worn at all times with no open-toed sandals. The PE uniform is a blue NJIS athletics shirt with black athletic shorts, and team sport uniforms are purchased at cost for inter-school play.
Food options	Food options The school has a cafeteria with six kiosks and one drink counter that can cater to more than 500 students.	Food options There is a cafeteria on campus. The cafeteria is listed among NJIS facilities.
House system	House system The school has four houses – KHD, Kartini, Oldham and Thoburn. The aim of the House system is to promote and develop clean and keen competition in sports and other areas, both individually and amongst the Houses. Ki Hajar Dewantara (KHD) is named after Ki Hajar Dewantara, a pioneer of Indonesian education; Kartini is named after Raden Ajeng Kartini, a national heroine who fought for women's rights; Oldham is named after Bishop William F Oldham, founder of ACS in 1886; Thoburn is named after Bishop James Thoburn, a pioneer of the ACS mission.	House system Students are assigned to one of four Houses: Rhinoceros (red), Lizard (blue), Garuda (green), and Orangutan (yellow). These Houses are the basis for sporting and cultural competitions, and students are required to buy a House Shirt as part of the uniform.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership ACS Jakarta is part of the Anglo-Chinese School family of schools and was the first overseas ACS campus. In 2006 it moved to a purpose-built campus in Cilangkap. ACS is an International Baccalaureate World School and Cambridge Centre; ACS is a network of Methodist institutions, and all ACS schools are Methodist.	Governance and ownership NJIS is governed by the Board of Trustees of Yayasan Bina Siswa Agung Podomoro and operates under the auspices of Agung Podomoro Group. The Board is responsible for the school's fiscal well-being and overall progress and maintains a good relationship with the Indonesian Ministry of Education. NJIS is a non-sectarian, politically neutral entity.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) at ACS Jakarta; authorized since 2007. A three-year Pre-IB pathway is offered for Grade 10 intake and feeds into the IBDP, while the IGCSE pathway leads into the IBDP. The Diploma Programme comprises six subject groups and a DP Core (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, Creativity, Activity and Service). In the DP, ACS Jakarta offers a range of Group 1 English A, Indonesian A, and Korean A; Group 2 Language B and Ab Initio options; Groups 3–6 covering Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and Arts. These are the IBDP subjects ACS Jakarta is currently offering, with a standard DP grading system from 1 to 7.	Curriculum details NJIS offers the International Baccalaureate framework across its programs: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP 1-2). The PYP covers six subject areas—Language and literature, Social Studies, Mathematics, Arts, Personal, social and physical education, and Sciences—and uses transdisciplinary themes and a Learner Profile with attributes such as Inquirer, Thinker, Communicator, Principled, Open-minded, Caring, Risk-Taker, Balanced, and Reflective. The MYP centers on eight subject groups and emphasizes holistic learning, intercultural awareness, and communication. The Diploma Programme is a two-year, university-preparatory path with six subjects chosen from Groups 1–6, a Core including the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and Creativity, Activity and Service, and dedicated university counselling; placement at leading universities worldwide is supported by NJIS. University Counselling is provided from MYP 3 through DP2, with tools like the Cialfo platform to support research and applications; NJIS has placed graduates at leading universities worldwide.
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Exam results	Exam results May 2025 IB Diploma Results announced for the Class of 2025.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates have gone on to universities including Harvard University, Nagoya University, University of Melbourne, and the University of Hong Kong, among others.	Higher education progression University Counselling is provided from MYP 3 through DP2, guiding course selection, university options, scholarships, and career pathways. The programme uses the Cialfo platform for real-time access to university research tools, timelines, and communication resources. NJIS has placed students at leading universities around the globe, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and beyond.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning ACS Jakarta emphasizes intellectual, personal, emotional, and social growth within a holistic learning environment. There are dedicated school counselors for both primary and secondary students to support wellbeing. Primary counselors are Ms. Frederika Anak Agung Meilasty Anggraini and Ms. Louise Mae Bangsal Lapuz. Secondary counselors are Ms. Evlijn Pasha Widjast, Ms. Arielle Claresta, and Ms. Vamela Priscilia.	Social & emotional learning Social skills development is integrated into the learning framework. The school focuses on developing positive interpersonal relationships and collaboration, which require self-control, resilience, and peer support. Approaches to Learning include social and self-management skills to support student well-being and learning. NJIS uses a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to address socio-emotional growth with universal, targeted, and intensive interventions guided by data. For students needing additional support, the MTSS/Student Support Team coordinates with learning specialists and counselors as needed. Mental health days are part of the well-being priorities.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not cater for special needs students.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school maintains a Whole School Inclusion Policy. A MTSS/Student Support Team identifies learning and socio-emotional needs early and provides universal, targeted, and intensive supports. An Individualized Intervention Plan (IIP) may be developed for Tier 3, with learning support specialists involved. Supports are delivered through one-on-one or small-group instruction. The framework emphasizes removing barriers to learning and supporting diverse learners.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The language of instruction is English. All main English Language classes are taught by expatriate teachers from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore, the United Kingdom and the United States. Students with limited English may be required to attend a bridging English Language course before admission; these bridging sessions run on Saturdays.	English as an additional language NJIS supports multilingual communication and language development. Communicator is a key part of the IB learner profile, enabling students to express ideas confidently in more than one language. The school operates under a Whole School Language Policy.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing School counselors provide support for mental wellbeing in both primary and secondary. Primary counselors are Ms. Frederika Anak Agung Meilasty Anggraini and Ms. Louise Mae Bangsal Lapuz; Secondary counselors are Ms. Evlijn Pasha Widjast, Ms. Arielle Claresta, and Ms. Vamela Priscilia. The school also has a full-time Methodist Chaplain who provides spiritual and pastoral support.	Mental wellbeing Mental health and well-being are an important priority. NJIS Students can request one mental health day per semester without questions. The day is arranged through the Learning Management System (Toddle) and may include scheduling with the school counselor upon return.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding There is a full-time Methodist Chaplain at the school. The campus has policies and practices to support safety, with all visitors required to report to Security on arrival. A CCTV monitoring system covers strategic locations and security guards are stationed across the grounds to enhance safety.	Safeguarding The NJIS Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy exists. NJIS conducts a volunteer screening program to ensure student safety, including volunteer applications, confidentiality and safeguarding signatures, and police background checks; some roles require Child Protection Training. Adults on campus are subject to safeguarding procedures and related guidelines.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview ACS Jakarta is on an eight-hectare campus in Cilangkap. The current campus was opened in 2006 after moving from Cibubur, East Jakarta, and provides dedicated facilities for Primary, Secondary, and specialist studies such as art, science, music, ICT, language, and sport. Classrooms and laboratories are air-conditioned and wifi-enabled. Each school has its own art room, computer lab, science lab, music room, and library, and the building is surrounded by green common areas with a dedicated IB Common Room and nearby, well-resourced faculty offices. The campus includes a Performing Arts Theater and Tan Siong Kie Hall with an audio-visual and multimedia system, two dance rooms, and six music rooms, plus a clinic with two nurses, a cafeteria with six kiosks and one drink counter serving more than 500 students, a school shop, and an adventurous playground near the greenhouse.	Facilities overview The school has a large campus covering over 1.5 hectares in Kelapa Gading, housed in a modern building. The campus includes a Performing Arts Center with an 8x10 meter LED screen. It also features an Indoor Sports Gym, a Fitness Center, and children's indoor and outdoor playgrounds. A 6-lane semi-Olympic swimming pool and a cafeteria are on site. The library offers books and magazines; a Computer Lab; classrooms with Smartboards and projectors; Science Labs; STEM/Design Space; an Art Room and Music Practice Rooms.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities There are five outdoor tennis courts, a large soccer field, two smaller soccer fields, an indoor sport hall, and swimming pools. The sport hall contains two basketball courts, one volleyball court, a gymnasium, and six badminton courts, as part of co-curricular activities to develop students' physical potential and teamwork in house games.	Sports facilities The school has an Indoor Sports Gym and a Fitness Center. It features a 6-lane semi-Olympic swimming pool and both indoor and outdoor playgrounds for children.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school provides dedicated facilities for Primary, Secondary, and specialist subjects such as art, science, music, ICT, language, and sport. Classrooms and labs are air-conditioned with wifi connectivity, and each school has its own art room, computer lab, science lab, music room, and library. The building is surrounded by green common areas, and there is a dedicated IB Common Room with nearby, well-resourced faculty offices.	Academic facilities The library provides a wide range of books and magazines. A Computer Lab supports technology integration. Classrooms are equipped with Smartboards and Projectors. Science Labs enable hands-on experimentation. A STEM/Design Space supports project-based learning. An Art Room and Music Practice Rooms support art and music.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Co-curricular and performing arts facilities include the Performing Arts Theater and Tan Siong Kie Hall, which are equipped with audio-visual and multimedia systems, two dance rooms, and six music rooms to support students' creative talents.	Extra curricular facilities The campus includes a Performing Arts Center. An Art Room and Music Practice Rooms support arts-related extracurricular activities.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Sekolah Tiara Bangsa was established in Cibubur in July 1996 by a group of parents with English as the language of instruction. It grew and in 2002 entered into a partnership with Anglo Chinese School in Singapore to strengthen its academic programmes. In July 2006, the school became ACS Jakarta, the first overseas campus of ACS, and moved to a custom-built campus in Cilangkap. Today ACS Jakarta is a selective K-12 school for academically promising students, preparing them for continued academic success and for their future. An ACS education stands for holistic education: the total development of a child to maximize their potential for the greater good and service to others.	History NJIS was established in 1990 as the North Jakarta International School by Larry Bally and was the first international school in Kelapa Gading. The school was established as a Yayasan, a not-for-profit social foundation. In 2010, NJIS was amalgamated by Agung Podomoro Group and continues as an independent, non-profit day school for Preschool through Grade 12. The name was changed from North Jakarta International School to North Jakarta Intercultural School, and the Indonesian Ministry of Education accepted the new name on November 17, 2014. NJIS is an IB World School and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and is a member of the East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS).
Community	Community ACS Jakarta has a House system to promote competition and teamwork; there are four houses—KHD, Kartini, Oldham and Thoburn. Ki Hajar Dewantara (KHD) and Kartini honor Indonesian figures, while Oldham and Thoburn honor leaders of ACS. The house system supports events and activities across the school year. The school also hosts regular events and Open House sessions, as listed on the News & Events page.	Community NJIS is a diverse community with students from more than 20 countries, including Indonesia, China, Japan, and Korea. The community includes not only students and faculty and staff but also parents and alumni. The NJIS calendar and communications highlight a range of events that bring the community together, such as STEM DAY, CHRISTMAS MARKET, FAMILY FUN RUN, and other campus activities that involve families and the wider NJIS community.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school has a Parent Support Group (PSG) that includes mothers, fathers and grandparents; PSG volunteers plan and conduct activities and seminars for parents and students and raise support for the school. As long as you have a child in the school, you are basically a member of the PSG, and the group welcomes everyone to be a Parent Volunteer. Its motto is Blessed to Bless, and its mission is to work in harmony with fellow parents and the School to enrich and enhance our children's education and well being, to actively encourage parental involvement, and to support school projects and programmes that advance Academic Excellence, Character Development and Service to Others.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual ACS Jakarta offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for students aged 16 to 19. The school has been authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organisation to provide the IBDP since 2007. The DP Core comprises Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS), which broadens the educational experience. IB learners are encouraged to be inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open‑minded, caring, risk‑takers, balanced and reflective.	Academic & intellectual NJIS offers after-school activities that promote intellectual growth beyond the classroom, including engineering for kids and a STEM/Design Space for hands-on inquiry. The school hosts Model United Nations programs that develop research, collaboration, and diplomacy skills, along with other academic enrichment opportunities.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school offers involvement in visual and performing arts as part of the IB Diploma Programme and broader school programs. In the IBDP, students engage in world languages and visual and performing art exhibitions. ACS Jakarta hosts MIAW (Music, Visual & Art Week) and other arts-related initiatives in liaison with curriculum and events. These opportunities allow students to express creativity alongside academic work.	Arts & creative Art after-school activities provide painting, drawing, and mixed media experiences. A Performing Arts Center on campus supports arts activities and performances.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language English is the language of instruction for most subjects; Bahasa Indonesia and Chinese are taught as language offerings. IB Learner Profile emphasises communicators who express themselves in more than one language. ACS Jakarta marks cultural events such as Indonesia's Independence Day and Chinese New Year celebrations as part of school life.	Cultural & language The language of instruction is English and Indonesian.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies ACS Jakarta offers diverse social and hobby activities including major sports like football, basketball, swimming, taekwondo and tennis, with school teams achieving championships in JAAC and other tournaments. The Co‑Curricular Activities page lists multiple sport programs and achievements across age groups. Students participate in aquatic, tennis and other competitive events through school teams. These activities foster teamwork and personal development outside the classroom.	Social & hobbies NJIS offers after-school activities including swimming, basketball, taekwondo, ballet, and modern dance.
Community & service	Community & service The PSG (Parents Support Group) coordinates community initiatives and enrichment programs that complement the curriculum. The Enrichment Department runs topics such as study skills, puberty education, mental health awareness and university entrance preparation. ACS Care activities support the needy and charitable projects, with documented efforts from the ACS Care Team. Community events include annual health checks, charity activities and service projects.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Career Day connects students with guest speakers from diverse industries to share experiences and inspire aspiration. The Enrichment Department provides university preparation talks and study skills workshops to build professional skills. Alumni talks and other talks organized by the enrichment programs help students network with role models and prepare for future careers.	Leadership & professional NJIS provides leadership and professional development opportunities through Model United Nations and other student leadership activities.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The IB Learner Profile emphasizes BALANCED development—intellectual, physical and emotional well‑being. The Enrichment Department offers mental health awareness talks and puberty education, as well as study skills and university preparation sessions. The school's sports programs promote physical health and well‑being and provide opportunities for students to engage in social and cultural activities.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Facilities support physical wellbeing, including a fitness center, indoor gym, and a 6-lane semi-Olympic swimming pool.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The language of instruction is English. Bahasa Indonesia is taught as a subject, and some religion classes are offered in Indonesian; all other subjects are taught in English. Mandarin is offered with up to five lessons per week; classes are available at foundation, standard, and advanced levels, and Grade 9 and 10 students may sit for Chinese as an IGCSE subject at the Foreign Language or First Language level. Mainstream English language classes are taught by expatriate teachers from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore, the United Kingdom and the United States.	Language provision Language is a core subject area within NJIS's IB curriculum. Communicators understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language. The curriculum emphasizes multilingual communication across the Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme, reflecting the IB framework's emphasis on language learning and intercultural understanding.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards null	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations ACS Jakarta is an International Baccalaureate World School and an authorized Cambridge Centre.	Accreditations WASC accreditation
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Language and eligibility: Prospective students must have adequate proficiency in English because all lessons (except Bahasa Indonesia and Chinese) are taught in English. Inquiries and applications are directed to the admissions office. For East Campus, Grades 16 contact Ms. Megaputri at 021-84597175 ext. Devina at 021-84597175 ext. For West Campus, Grades 16 contact Ms. Priska at 021-84597175 ext. Irza at 021-84597175 ext.	Admissions 1. Inquire or book a site visit. Prospective families can book a site visit at NJIS or submit an inquiry form; an admissions officer will reach out to discuss enrollment options. 2. Admissions team contact. After you submit the inquiry or complete a form, the Admission team will contact you for further arrangements. 3. Submit admission application forms and pay the application fee. Submit the admission application forms and pay the non‑refundable IDR 2,840,000 application fee; details about the application forms are provided by the admissions team. 4. Complete enrollment procedures. Enrollment involves signing an Enrollment Agreement and completing required documents including a Student Data Sheet, a Student Health Card, and a Media Release Form.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships NJIS offers scholarships to recognize exceptional students who demonstrate a strong track record of academic achievement and a commitment to community service. Phase 1: Documentation — Complete the application form and prepare documents (Birth Certificate, Family Registry, Lower School & Middle School Graduate Certificates, past three years of report cards, all National Exam results, two recommendation letters, and a motivation essay). Phase 2: Entrance Test — An email will be sent to arrange eligibility to conduct the entrance test. Phase 3: Interview — Candidates who pass the first two phases will be invited to an interview with the Head of School. Phase 4: Results — Admission consultants will email the results indicating scholarship eligibility.
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