Australian Independent School Bali vs Green School Bali

	A Australian Independent School Bali Bali, Indonesia	G Green School Bali Bali, Indonesia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year IDR 51,960,000 - 253,520,000	Fees / year IDR 177,800,000 - 319,030,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), Australian Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 800	Pupils 500
Typical class size	Typical class size 21	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Indonesian	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1996	Opened 2008
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Jl. Imam Bonjol No 458A Denpasar, Bali 80119	Location Green School Bali is located in Sibang Kaja, Abiansemal, Badung Regency, Bali 80352, Indonesia. The bamboo campus is a wall-less, nature-immersed space set in Bali's jungle along the Ayung River. The campus is in Sibang Kaja, about 30 minutes from Ubud and about 45 minutes from Denpasar Airport (DPS). The school operates with an international curriculum and serves a global community.
Stages	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	Stages Pre-K to Grade 12; Early Years PreK–Kindy; Primary School Grade 1–5; Middle School Grade 6–8; High School Grade 9–12.
School type	School type Independent international school	School type Private international school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Green School Bali has a diverse community with families from over 40 countries and more than 500 full-time students from around the world.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support English Support Program; Learning Support Program	Additional learning support English Language Learning (ELL) support; students with limited English may join Green School English Programme before entering Green School; middle and high school require intermediate to advanced English for admission.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Australian-affiliated (Australian Curriculum)	Country affiliation Indonesia
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Bio Bus is the school transport service powered by used cooking oil; it is the only bus service in Indonesia operating on 100% renewable energy.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	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.	Fee details Application & Registration Fees - Application Fee (one-time, payable with application): IDR 4,000,000. - Registration Fee (one-time, invoiced on acceptance to reserve place): IDR 36,000,000. - Total Admission Fee (non‑refundable): IDR 40,000,000. Refundable Deposit - Refundable Deposit per child: IDR 30,000,000. - The Deposit is held for the duration of enrolment and is refundable subject to the School's withdrawal deadlines, refund policies and any outstanding payments (the Deposit is returned without interest and may be withheld if withdrawal occurs earlier than the minimum enrolment period or after the Intention to Continue deadline). Tuition Fees by Year Group (full year and semester amounts — academic year schedule published for 2025/26) - Early Years — Gecko & Starling: Full year IDR 177,800,000; Semester payment IDR 93,345,000. - Early Years — Kindy: Full year IDR 210,140,000; Semester payment IDR 110,323,500. - Primary School (Grades 1–3): Full year IDR 240,370,000; Semester payment IDR 126,194,250. - Primary School (Grades 4–5): Full year IDR 245,420,000; Semester payment IDR 129,045,000. - Middle School (Grades 6–8): Full year IDR 278,440,000; Semester payment IDR 146,181,000. - High School (Grades 9–10): Full year IDR 295,600,000; Semester payment IDR 155,190,000. - High School (Grades 11–12, Diploma Program): Full year IDR 319,030,000; Semester payment IDR 167,490,750. - Single-semester enrolment is available only for Early Years and is calculated as half the annual tuition plus 10%. For new families paying by semester a one‑off loading of 20% is added to the first semester invoice (then credited to the second semester). For all families paying by semester the annual tuition is 5% higher than the full‑year payment option. Tuition is not prorated for time out of school during enrolment. Billing Schedule & Payment Terms - New applicants: invoices (full year, first semester, or second semester) are issued from the dates indicated in the enrolment cycle and are payable within 14 days of the invoice. - Continuing families (invoice schedule examples for 2025/26): full‑year and first‑semester invoices issued 1 March (payment deadline 15 March; withdrawal notice deadline 15 April); second‑semester invoices issued 1 September (payment deadline 11 September; withdrawal notice deadline 11 October). - Minimum enrolment: generally two semesters (Early Years: minimum one semester; Grades 11–12: two‑year commitment). Withdrawal within the minimum enrolment period typically allows no refund of fees for that minimum period. - Sibling discounts: second sibling 5% off full tuition, third sibling 10%, fourth sibling 15% (oldest child pays full tuition). Additional / Miscellaneous Fees and Charges - Local Scholar Annual Levy (per family): IDR 8,500,000 (mandatory). - Membership to Parent Programs (per family, inclusive of applicable taxes): IDR 2,300,000 (breakdown: GSPA IDR 280,000 and The Bridge membership IDR 2,020,000). - High School Service Trip fee: IDR 7,000,000 per High School student (billed in the second semester). - Additional student support and ELL (examples of fees charged per term): Low/medium/high levels of learning support are charged on a termly basis with common published amounts of approximately IDR 6,000,000 (low), IDR 10,000,000 (medium) and IDR 20,000,000 (high) per term; separate ELL or one‑on‑one aide arrangements may be charged at similar termly rates (e.g., IDR 10,000,000–20,000,000 per term depending on need). Payment for student support is billed per term (four times per school year) and may be adjusted term‑by‑term. - Optional activities, specialized programmes, external exams, certain camps, tournaments and experiential trips are billed in addition to tuition. Uniforms and Other Consumables - Charges for materials and sport uniforms apply where relevant; sport uniform items are available for purchase and any outstanding charges for uniforms or materials may be deducted from outstanding accounts or the refundable deposit at withdrawal. Boarding - Green School Bali does not offer a boarding programme; there are no boarding fees. Students must reside with a parent or a designated legal guardian. Refund Information and Withdrawal Rules - Application Fee: non‑refundable once paid. - Registration Fee: payable on acceptance to reserve a place and is non‑refundable. - Refundable Deposit: refundable at the end of enrolment in accordance with the School's withdrawal deadlines and refund policies, subject to outstanding fees, charges for materials/uniforms, reimbursements or damages; the Deposit is returned without interest and may be withheld if withdrawal occurs before the minimum enrolment period or after the Intention to Continue deadline. - Minimum enrolment requirements and stated withdrawal deadlines apply; late or insufficient notice may forfeit refunds or credits. Specific withdrawal deadlines for the academic cycles were published alongside the 2025/26 enrolment calendar and apply to invoice/payment cycles. Fee Payment Options - Accepted payment methods: bank transfer (Indonesian Rupiah and USD bank accounts are published by the School), local cheque, and cash. - PayPal is accepted; a surcharge of 4% applies when billed via PayPal. - Families are requested to email payment advice to accounts@greenschool.org after bank transfers. Official receipts are issued by email upon receipt of cleared payment. (Note: the published tuition & fee schedule and the School's Enrolment & Admissions Policy set the billing cycles, payment deadlines, minimum enrolment periods, and refund rules for the academic year schedule made available for 2025/26.)
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements The school has no boarding program. Students must reside with one or both parents or with a designated guardian who is fully responsible for the student's wellbeing.
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.	Uniform requirement The school does not have a school uniform. There is a Dress Guideline to guide clothing choices.
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.	Food options Vegetarian school lunches are provided. There are on-campus food vendors including an organic green grocer, and students learn where food comes from through seed-to-table programs and permaculture with gardens across the campus.
House system	House system —	House system —
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).	Governance and ownership Green School Bali is governed by Yayasan Kul-Kul (Kul Kul Foundation), a registered non-profit organization in Indonesia, and Green School Bali operates under this foundation.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	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.	Curriculum details Green School Bali follows a holistic, home-grown curriculum guided by the Green Literacies Framework. Learning is project-based, transdisciplinary and rooted in real-world relevance, combining academic, creative, physical, emotional, and ecological dimensions. The curriculum is organized around Three Frames of Learning: Thematics, Proficiency, and Experiential learning, which together integrate discipline-based knowledge with skills and life competencies. The school is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), enabling graduates to earn a U.S. high school diploma. The program emphasizes relationship-centered, experiential, evolving, authentic, and locally connected learning, with a focus on making a positive impact and regenerative futures.
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.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results Fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), enabling U.S. high school graduation.
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.	Higher education progression Approximately 65% of graduates continue to university. The alumni network includes more than 250 graduates at over 85 universities across 40+ countries. In 2025, the graduating class of 26 students received more than 200 university offers. A Pathways Counsellor supports students and families in planning post-Green School pathways.
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 —	Social & emotional learning Social-emotional learning is embedded across Green School Bali's Primary School. It happens everywhere and at all times, including directed classroom lessons, the Teman-Teman friendships programme, and informal moments around the nature-infused campus such as lunch conversations and post-conflict discussions. Students learn to recognise their own emotions, understand how to build relationships, and develop strategies to resolve problems. The programme supports self-awareness, empathy, communication, and conflict resolution as ongoing aspects of daily life. The approach weaves social-emotional development into everyday learning rather than treating it as a standalone subject. This integration helps students develop social and emotional skills alongside their academic learning.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) Green School Bali has an experienced team of Learning Support specialists to assist students with learning differences. An English language assessment process is in place for applicants who do not speak English, including interviews during the application process to determine English support needs. English language support is available to help students access the curriculum. The school emphasizes individualized learning pathways and inclusive education. This approach aims to enable students with diverse needs to participate fully in Green School Bali's programs.
English as an additional language	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.	English as an additional language Students come to Green School Bali from all over the world with varying levels of English fluency. Students entering Early Years (ages 3-5) may enter with limited or no English. Primary School applicants with limited English skills may benefit from our Green School English Programme before entering Green School Bali. Middle School and High School applicants need to have intermediate to advanced English skills in order to be admitted. English language support is available to help students access the curriculum as they develop proficiency.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing is central to Green School Bali's approach. The living campus and nature-blended spaces create an environment where wellbeing can be nurtured through daily routines and in daily practice. A daily mindful moment, signalled by a campus gong, centers students before continuing with their day. Mindfulness practices support self-awareness, attention, and resilience, and are integrated into school life for learners from Early Years through High School. The campus also offers spaces such as a river-adjacent area and a wall-less yoga studio to support decompression, grounding, and holistic development. Mind, body, and spirit are nourished through these practices as part of the broader learning experience.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding Safeguarding and child protection are of paramount importance at Green School Bali. Children should be respected and their views heard, and safeguarding is based on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. An extensive Safeguarding Policy and training programme exists and is regularly reviewed and updated. All new staff members are subject to safer recruitment procedures, with recruitment staff trained and new joiners completing safeguarding training refreshed periodically. Students have age-appropriate safeguarding lessons and the school undergoes annual safeguarding audits. The school provides access to safeguarding resources and policies for staff, students, and families.
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Facilities	Facilities
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.	Facilities overview The school has a wall-less, nature-immersed bamboo campus set in Bali's jungle along the Ayung River. Bamboo structures provide outdoor, living learning spaces that blend with permaculture gardens and waterways. The campus is powered by renewable energy, including a solar panel array (118 panels with a 72 kWh battery) and a micro-hydro system, and it uses rainwater harvesting. On-site facilities include an Innovation Hub (a zero-waste maker space for cross-disciplinary projects), an Aquaponics Centre, a Compost Station, a Waste Management Centre, and a Bio Bus lab. The Arc gym is a prominent bamboo structure that supports sport and wellbeing.
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.	Sports facilities The Arc is the campus gym, a landmark bamboo structure that supports physical wellbeing and sport. It features a bamboo arch roof and a gym floor made from recycled airplane tyres, and it integrates a hybrid solar and micro-hydro energy system. The wellbeing approach emphasizes movement and outdoor, nature-based activity in wall-less spaces around the campus.
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.	Academic facilities An on-campus Innovation Hub is a zero-waste maker space that incubates student ideas and cross-disciplinary projects, combining waste management, the Bio Bus lab, science, technology, maths, design and art. Learning is guided by the Green Literacies Framework and Three Frames of Learning—Experiential, Proficiency, and Thematics. The school is fully accredited by WASC and offers a U.S. High School Diploma. On-campus facilities include Aquaponics Centre, Compost Station, Waste Management Centre and Solar Panel/micro-hydro energy infrastructure to support hands-on, sustainability‑oriented learning.
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.	Extra curricular facilities Bio Bus is a student-led, renewable-energy transport initiative powered by used cooking oil, a social enterprise that is the only service in Indonesia operating on 100% renewable energy and features a public pump station. Bio Bus is learning with a purpose, with field trips to local schools via Kul Kul Connection, Green School's community outreach program. Green Camp Bali offers family camps, kids & youth camps, and school camps focused on sustainability education, intercultural appreciation, and nature-based learning. Four pillars of Green Camp are Sustainability Education, Intercultural Appreciation, Personal & Social Development, and Nature-Based Learning. On-campus gardens and permaculture features provide ongoing outdoor learning opportunities.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History Green School Bali was conceived by founders John and Cynthia Hardy in 2006. After years of homeschooling, the Hardys wanted their daughters to attend a school they believed in and to stay in Bali. The bamboo bridge across the Ayung River was completed in November 2006, symbolising the transition from idea to reality. Green School opened in September 2008 with 90 students and a tailor-made campus that emerged from the jungle and rice fields. Since then it has grown to 514 students and operates under Yayasan Kul-Kul, a non-profit foundation, with governance that includes the Green School Bali Governance Council, Yayasan Kul Kul, the Board of Learners and the Green School Executive Committee; the Green School Parents Association (GSPA) is part of this governance framework.
Community	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.	Community Green School Bali describes its community as a village of learners who learn, collaborate and connect globally and locally, including students, teachers, parents, and the local Balinese community. The Green School Parent Association (GSPA) is an active part of the school and contributes to the community's growth. On campus, resources for families include The Bridge, a co-learning and working space for parents, and partnerships such as Kul Kul Farm and Green Camp Bali. The Community section also links to alumni networks and student-led community activities, reflecting a Bali-rooted, global community.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The Green School Parents Association (GSPA) is an active part of Green School Bali whose voice is highly valuable for the school's ongoing growth and evolution. GSPA runs Living in Bali virtual panel discussions for new families, hosted by GSPA, and coordinates with Class Ambassadors and a Buddy system to support newcomers. The Bridge serves as a parent-oriented hub on campus, and GSPA collaborates with parent-led activities and workshops. The onboarding materials describe GSPA's role in mentoring, events, and community integration, and the Events page publicizes these activities. Governance documents acknowledge GSPA as part of Green School Bali's governance ecosystem.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
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.	Academic & intellectual Green School Bali uses a project-based, transdisciplinary curriculum guided by the Green Literacies Framework. The program is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), enabling graduates to receive a U.S. High School Diploma. Learning is organized around three frames of learning—Experiential, Proficiency, and Thematics—integrating academics with creative, physical, emotional, and ecological learning. The model emphasizes relationship-centered and holistic learning, experiential and evolving practice, authentic and action-oriented work, and local-to-global responsibility.
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.	Arts & creative Creative Arts is a core Specialist Subject. The Arts curriculum is Bali-inspired, and students regularly display work in weekly assemblies and on-campus galleries. Performing Arts covers theatre, storytelling, mime, directing, voice, film-making, movement, and related disciplines, with a focus on collaboration, confidence, and self-expression. Visual Arts and Music develop creativity and literacy through varied media and ensembles, including bamboo sculpture, gamelan, choir, and open-art practice.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language English Language Learning (ELL) is available for students who need language support. Students from many countries join with varying levels of English; Entering Early Years may have limited or no English, Primary School students with limited English may join Green School English before entering, and Middle- or High-School students require intermediate English. The learning program connects local Balinese culture and global citizenship, reflecting a Local-to Global approach to education.
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.	Social & hobbies Arts and Performing Arts foster social collaboration, confidence, and self-expression. Students display art and performances at weekly assemblies and on-campus galleries, while theatre, dance, and film projects emphasize teamwork and creativity. The program includes a range of arts disciplines—creative arts, performing arts, visual arts, and music—across Primary, Middle, and High School.
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.	Community & service Theatre outreach engages with the local community, linking student learning to service. Green School emphasizes wellbeing and social-emotional development, with a counselling team offering individual and group support and parent workshops to strengthen the school community.
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.	Leadership & professional Entrepreneurial Learning is embedded as a way of being, not just a subject. Students practice entrepreneurial skills through regular challenges and mentoring, from early years through high school, including three-week intensive design challenges such as GreenLEAP.
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.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Social-emotional wellbeing is prioritized with a highly experienced counselling team offering developmentally appropriate support and occasional short-term counseling. The Head of Campus emphasizes wellbeing, noting that wellbeing matters more than grades.
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.	Language provision English language learning (ELL) is provided; ELL services may be delivered within standard tuition up to a limit, with additional in-house support available at an extra charge. Green School English is a partner programme for children ages 6-10 with limited English skills to prepare for entry into Green School Bali. Early Years (ages 3-5) may enter with limited or no English; Primary (ages 6-10) with limited English may benefit from Green School English before entry; Middle School and High School (ages 11-16) require intermediate to advanced English for admission. Indonesian language classes are part of the curriculum, and some classes are taught entirely in Indonesian.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards null
Accreditations	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.	Accreditations null
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	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.	Admissions 1. Age ranges and Learning Neighborhoods: Green School Bali serves students aged 3–18 across four Learning Neighborhoods: Early Years (3–5), Primary (6–10; Grades 1–5), Middle School (11–13; Grades 6–8), and High School (14–18; Grades 9–12). Grade 12 is not admitted; students must complete Grades 11 and 12 to receive the Green School Bali diploma. Grade placement guidelines are available in the Enrolment & Admissions Policy, and the online application has a built-in grade calculator based on the child's age and intended enrollment. 2. English language and learning approach: The school welcomes learners from many countries. Early Years (ages 3–5) may enter with limited or no English; Primary (ages 6–10) may benefit from Green School English Programme before entry; Middle School and High School require intermediate to advanced English for enrollment. The learning programme is holistic, home-grown, and emphasizes skills and values alongside core academics. 3. Application windows and year: The online application is open year-round for students age 6 and above who wish to join in August (Semester 1) or January (Semester 2); students aged 3–5 may be admitted rolling into the Early Years Programme. The academic year begins in August and ends in June, with admissions in August or January. Green School Bali no longer offers a boarding program. 4. Entry requirements and inclusivity: The admissions process seeks students and families who fit the school community. There are no specific academic requirements beyond those related to English; the school welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and does not discriminate based on nationality, ethnicity, gender, learning background, neurodiversity, or religion. Values upheld include integrity, responsibility, empathy, sustainability, peace, equality, community, and trust. 5. How to apply and visit: Interested families can join Virtual Open Days or on-campus Open Days and start an inquiry with the Admissions Team. An online application is available, and families can start their application; visiting the campus can be arranged via the Book Your Campus Visit option.
Scholarships	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.	Scholarships Local Scholarship Programme: Green School Bali has a Local Scholarship Programme to support Indonesian students. The Local Scholarship Programme currently offers scholarships to 28 students this school year and has 25 graduating LSP alumni. Donor support funds the Local Scholarship Programme, with donations helping sustain the program for Indonesian changemakers.
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