Nord Anglia School Jakarta vs The Independent School of Jakarta
Nord Anglia School Jakarta and The Independent School of Jakarta are both in Jakarta, about 3 km apart. Both schools offer EYFS and British programmes. Nord Anglia School Jakarta also offers IPC, and The Independent School of Jakarta also offers Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels. Published annual fees are IDR 116,284,000 - 351,233,000 at Nord Anglia School Jakarta and IDR 148,524,000 - 504,957,600 at The Independent School of Jakarta, which puts The Independent School of Jakarta roughly 40% higher. Nord Anglia School Jakarta takes pupils from 1 to 12, and The Independent School of Jakarta from 2 to 18. Nord Anglia School Jakarta is the larger school, with around 300 pupils to The Independent School of Jakarta's 200. Both keep typical class sizes around 16.
EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum)
Curriculum
British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils
Pupils
300
Pupils
200
Typical class size
Typical class size
16
Typical class size
16
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
1967
Opened
2021
Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
Yes
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
NAS Jakarta is located within Jakarta's Jalan Jeruk Perut neighbourhood in South Jakarta. The campus sits in a leafy, tree-lined setting. The address is Jalan NIS 1, Kenanga Terusan, Ampera Raya, Cilandak Jakarta 12560, Indonesia. NAS Jakarta is an international Early Years and Primary school for young learners aged 18 months to 12 years.
Location
Pondok Indah, South Jakarta, Jakarta, Indonesia, 12310
Stages
Stages
Early Years and Primary.
Stages
Pre-Prep (Ages 2–6) and Prep School (Ages 7–13)
School type
School type
international Early Years and Primary school.
School type
The school is a British international school following the English National Curriculum; it is part of The Schools Trust
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
30+ nationalities represented on NAS Jakarta campus.
Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) supports students who need help with speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Daily EAL lessons and in-class support help students access the curriculum. Learning support is offered for students with special needs, with pupils integrated into mainstream classes where possible, and a range of staff including teachers with Special Education Needs qualifications.
Additional learning support
EAL support is available to students who require assistance accessing the curriculum in English. Learning support is provided within defined parameters through differentiated classroom practice and targeted interventions.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
Indonesia.
Country affiliation
The Schools Trust (UK-based charity)
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
Monday–Friday: 7:30 am–4:30 pm.
School day structure
ISJ follows a northern hemisphere academic calendar; the school week runs Monday to Friday.
Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
School transport options are available for families who require them.
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application fee
- A non-refundable application fee of IDR 4,600,000 per child is payable on submission of an application.
Tuition fees by year group (2025–2026 academic year; amounts in Indonesian Rupiah — IDR)
Plan 1 — Annual payment (tuition fee + development fee = annual total)
- Nursery: Annual total IDR 116,284,000 (Tuition IDR 95,240,000 + Development Fee IDR 21,044,000). - Foundation 1: Annual total IDR 156,151,000 (Tuition IDR 135,107,000 + Development Fee IDR 21,044,000). - Foundation 2: Annual total IDR 267,232,000 (Tuition IDR 237,718,000 + Development Fee IDR 29,514,000). - Year 1: Annual total IDR 346,681,000 (Tuition IDR 317,167,000 + Development Fee IDR 29,514,000). - Years 2–7: Annual total IDR 351,233,000 each (Tuition IDR 318,993,000 + Development Fee IDR 32,240,000).
Plan 2 — Termly payment (each term paid in advance; term figures shown as Tuition Fee + Development Fee = Total)
- Nursery: - Term 1: Tuition IDR 47,429,600 + Development Fee IDR 9,703,600 = Total IDR 57,133,200. - Term 2: Tuition IDR 25,714,800 + Development Fee IDR 5,261,000 = Total IDR 30,975,800. - Term 3: Tuition IDR 29,714,900 + Development Fee IDR 6,079,400 = Total IDR 35,794,300. - Foundation 1: - Term 1: Tuition IDR 67,283,300 + Development Fee IDR 9,703,600 = Total IDR 76,986,900. - Term 2: Tuition IDR 36,478,890 + Development Fee IDR 5,261,000 = Total IDR 41,739,900. - Term 3: Tuition IDR 42,153,400 + Development Fee IDR 6,079,400 = Total IDR 48,232,800. - Foundation 2: - Term 1: Tuition IDR 118,383,600 + Development Fee IDR 13,609,200 = Total IDR 131,992,800. - Term 2: Tuition IDR 64,183,860 + Development Fee IDR 7,378,500 = Total IDR 71,562,400. - Term 3: Tuition IDR 74,168,100 + Development Fee IDR 8,526,300 = Total IDR 82,694,400. - Year 1: - Term 1: Tuition IDR 157,949,200 + Development Fee IDR 13,609,200 = Total IDR 171,558,400. - Term 2: Tuition IDR 85,635,090 + Development Fee IDR 7,378,500 = Total IDR 93,013,600. - Term 3: Tuition IDR 98,956,200 + Development Fee IDR 8,526,300 = Total IDR 107,482,500. - Years 2–7 (each year): - Term 1: Tuition IDR 158,858,600 + Development Fee IDR 14,866,200 = Total IDR 173,724,800. - Term 2: Tuition IDR 86,128,110 + Development Fee IDR 8,060,000 = Total IDR 94,188,200. - Term 3: Tuition IDR 99,525,900 + Development Fee IDR 9,313,800 = Total IDR 108,839,700.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition fees are calculated on an annual basis but are payable either annually (single payment) or termly (three instalments), and all invoices are issued in Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). Tuition fees are payable in advance and payment is due by the date stated on the invoice. - Plan 1 (annual payment) — Annual payment due date example for 2025–26: 16 June 2025; Term payment dates and term calendar are provided on invoices. - Where fees remain unpaid after the due date the school may impose a late payment penalty of IDR 500,000; non-payment may result in the school refusing to accept the student.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable to Nord Anglia School Jakarta (the school provides Early Years and Primary education for children aged 1.5 to 12). No boarding fees apply.
Other costs and fees
- Development Fee: a non-refundable, non-prorated Development Fee applies for every enrolled child (development fee amounts are shown above as part of the annual and term figures). - Miscellaneous charges not included in the Tuition Fee or Development Fee: school uniforms, residential trips and some extra-curricular activities are charged separately. - Transport (school bus): charged separately. Example bus fees (14-seat regular service) — Annual IDR 34,952,500; Term 1 IDR 16,505,348; Term 2 IDR 9,709,028; Term 3 IDR 8,738,125. Transport fees vary by route and service; bus routes and the application process are managed by the school. - Enrolment / acceptance: after an offer is accepted an invoice for an enrolment fee is issued to reserve a place (amount invoiced at acceptance). - Sibling discount: a 10% sibling discount may be offered where three or more children from the same family attend the school; the discount applies only to the youngest sibling's tuition fees.
Refund information
- Prior to the start of Term 1: if a family withdraws after payment of the Annual or Term 1 tuition fee, 60% of the paid tuition fee will be refunded. - Prior to the start of Term 2 or Term 3 (Plan 2 — termly): if a family withdraws after payment of the upcoming term's tuition fee, 60% of the paid tuition fee will be refunded. - During the school year (Annual payment — Plan 1): if a family withdraws after payment of the full annual tuition fee, a pro‑rated refund is available up to a maximum of 40% of the Annual Tuition Fee, based on the student's last day of school and conditional on 30 days' written notice. - During the school year (Termly payments — Plan 2): where tuition fees have been paid according to the termly instalment scheme, there will be no refund for mid‑term or end‑of‑term withdrawals. - Application and Development Fees are non‑refundable and non‑prorated.
Fee payment options and banking details
- Invoices are issued in IDR. The school provides a virtual account number on each invoice for payment into the beneficiary account (YAYASAN NIS INDONESIA at PT. Bank HSBC Indonesia). The invoice's virtual account reference must be used when making bank/virtual‑account payments. - Application fee acceptance: the school accepts payment by bank transfer and payment by bank card machine at the school for application fees (card acceptance at school for application payment is available). Tuition and other fees are normally paid via the virtual account shown on the invoice; contact billing for alternate payment arrangements. - For billing enquiries and payment instructions contact: billing@nasjakarta.sch.id or +62 21 782 3930.
Fee details
Application and enrolment fees For 2026/2027, The Independent School of Jakarta charges a non-refundable IDR 4,680,000 application fee. A refundable IDR 16,328,000 enrolment deposit is also payable when a place is accepted.
Tuition fees Tuition can be paid annually or by term, with three terms per academic year. Pre-Prep tuition ranges from IDR 148,524,000 to IDR 289,357,440 per year, or IDR 50,993,240 to IDR 99,346,054 per term. Prep School tuition ranges from IDR 419,702,400 to IDR 464,984,000 per year, or IDR 144,097,824 to IDR 159,644,507 per term. Senior School tuition ranges from IDR 484,733,600 to IDR 504,957,600 per year, or IDR 166,425,203 to IDR 173,368,776 per term.
Billing schedule and payment terms Termly fees are due 14 days before the start of each term. Families who pay termly should follow the three-term billing schedule for the academic year.
Included costs Tuition includes teaching, curriculum access, learning materials and textbooks, campus facilities, pastoral care, academic support, and co-curricular activities.
Additional costs Additional charges apply for lunch, school trips and events, external examination fees, uniforms and transport, individual music lessons, and the UK residential programme.
Discounts and refunds Sibling discounts apply from the third child, with 5% for the third child, 10% for the fourth child, and 15% for the fifth child and beyond. The discount is applied to the youngest children’s fees. The enrolment deposit is refundable when the child leaves the school.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
The school has boarding options for Jakarta families. British boarding is described as structured, with daily timetables, house life, tutor oversight and weekend activities. Ipswich High School in the UK hosts an annual residential trip for ISJ students as part of boarding preparation. The discussion covers British, regional Asia and US boarding ecosystems as distinct options for families.
Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
School uniform is compulsory for all students in Foundation 2 classes and Year 1 – Year 6 classes.
Uniform requirement
The school has a uniform with a clear and practical dress code. Requirements vary by age phase and are communicated to families on enrolment.
Food options
Food options
Your child needs a water bottle and healthy food for snack (and lunch if your child is in Foundation 2, Year 1 – Year 6). Food must be nut-free.
Food options
School lunches are provided daily through an on-site hot kitchen and are compulsory for all students. Lunch is part of the daily routine and supports healthy eating, social development and routine.
House system
House system
Every family is assigned to a House team. House T-shirts may be ordered like other uniform items. House activities take place in the Primary Years; Early Years children may wear House T-shirts for related activities and assemblies.
House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
NAS Jakarta is part of Nord Anglia Education, a global family of premium international schools.
Governance and ownership
The school is part of The Schools Trust, a UK-registered charity.
Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS); English National Curriculum; International Primary Curriculum (IPC); Dutch language and culture lessons (NTC) alongside English; languages taught include English, Dutch, and Bahasa Indonesia.
Curriculum details
The Independent School of Jakarta delivers the English National Curriculum from Early Years through A Levels within a British independent school framework. The curriculum is structured into Early Years Foundation Stage, Pre-Prep, Prep School, Senior School (GCSEs), and Sixth Form (A-Levels). Bahasa Indonesia is taught at every stage and Indonesian language, history, and culture are woven throughout the curriculum; additional languages are incorporated as part of the broader study. The school follows the English National Curriculum as a framework—providing clear progression while allowing teacher flexibility—emphasising breadth across English, Mathematics, Sciences, Languages, Humanities, the Arts, Computing, and Physical Education. Academic outcomes show ISJ pupils consistently perform in the top 10% of international schools worldwide in standardised assessments, with Year 7 results including English SAS around 122, Mathematics SAS around 118.7, and Science SAS around 119.7, among other metrics.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
Average class size is 17 in Early Years and 15 in Primary.
Student teacher ratio
In Early Years, class sizes are capped at 15 with three adults per room and a staff ratio of 1:5. From Year 1 onwards, typical primary class sizes are up to 20 with two adults per class, and older pupils are taught in small groups by subject specialists.
Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
GCSEs are taken at the end of Year 11 and A-Levels at the end of Year 13. ISJ pupils consistently perform in the top 10% of international schools worldwide on standardised assessments, supported by GL Assessment results (e.g., Year 7: English SAS 122, Mathematics SAS 118.7, Science SAS 119.7; Reading 113.1; Spelling 116.7).
Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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Higher education progression
ISJ provides careful guidance on subject choices, assessment expectations, and applications for UK boarding schools, international schools, or universities, supporting progression to the next stage of education.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
We ensure every exceptional pupil thrives academically, creatively, and socially. We unlock the potential of gifted and talented children through our enrichment programmes. We challenge bright minds with advanced problem-solving, deep critical thinking, and immersive extension activities.
Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
The school offers a personalised learning approach with small class sizes and a focus on collaboration, resilience, respect, curiosity, creativity, and global citizenship.
Social & emotional learning
ISJ integrates social and emotional development into daily learning. Five pillars guide character development: Integrity & Responsibility; Resilience & Endeavour; Empathy & Compassion; Leadership & Service; Curiosity & Confidence. The approach is lived, not lectured, with students encouraged to take intellectual risks, lead projects, and reflect on their learning. The pastoral system ensures every pupil feels safe, valued, and supported through positive relationships, restorative practice, and a culture of fairness. These elements are embedded in ISJ's Charter and community, shaping how students interact and grow.
Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Learning support is provided within defined parameters through differentiated classroom practice and targeted interventions. Admissions decisions consider the school's capacity to meet a child's needs alongside cohort balance. The school employs teaching assistants in younger year groups and specialist support staff to assist learners with additional needs.
English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
ISJ is an English-medium school. Students also study Bahasa Indonesia and Chinese, and engage with local culture as part of the curriculum. Home-language learning is informally supported by families outside the school programme. ISJ offers English as an Additional Language (EAL) support to students who require assistance accessing the curriculum in English, with support provided where resources allow and admissions considering the language profile of each year group.
Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
The pastoral approach ensures every pupil feels safe, valued, and supported through positive relationships, restorative practice, and a culture of fairness. This care supports self-discipline, respect, and resilience as students engage with the five pillars of character. The daily practice of character development and student leadership opportunities contribute to emotional and social wellbeing. ISJ's wellbeing framework is embedded in daily school life and community expectations.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding is central to all employment practices at ISJ. All staff provide criminal background checks from all countries where they have lived or worked as adults, and comprehensive reference checks are conducted. Staff adhere to a strict code of conduct and child safeguarding policy, receive regular safeguarding training, and are expected to report concerns immediately.
Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
The school sits on a cosy, leafy campus with indoor and outdoor facilities that enable learners to move between activities across the grounds. Learning happens in flexible spaces that include dedicated areas for music, STEAM, reading, and science, designed to support collaborative, hands‑on exploration. The spaces are arranged to stimulate curiosity and creativity as students shift from one activity to the next. With something new happening every day, learning continues beyond the classroom.
Facilities overview
The Independent School of Jakarta is in Pondok Indah, South Jakarta. Our Campus reflects our desire to provide a quiet, welcoming space for children to explore, and the facilities to support a world class independent school education. The campus features a football pitch, a swimming pool, and multiple classrooms on site. The setting is leafy and green, contributing to a calm learning environment.
Sports facilities
Sports facilities
The campus features a lap swimming pool and a splash pool, a multipurpose gymnasium and performance stage, a green multifunctional sports field and football pitch, and basketball courts. These facilities support physical education and a wide range of after‑school activities, from football to basketball and swimming lessons. Primary and early years students take part in PE and swimming lessons using these spaces, including school and after‑school programs.
Sports facilities
ISJ offers 20+ sports in PE and clubs. Regular swimming lessons in our on-site pool ensure that all pupils become confident, capable swimmers. Specialist teachers lead sessions in gymnastics, athletics, football, badminton, and dance. The Co-Curricular Programme includes over 30 clubs per term and Talent Trails across five areas: Active Trail, Creative Trail, STEM & Strategy Trail, and Communication & Culture Trail. Pupils participate in House competitions and inter-school fixtures, developing teamwork and sportsmanship.
Academic facilities
Academic facilities
Facilities include a lively specialist music suite with a variety of instruments, a STEAM maker space with the latest tools and technologies, an extensively resourced library, a science laboratory, and a modern Apple computer suite to support STEAM learning. Learning spaces are customised with equipment and technology to promote collaboration, inquiry, and hands‑on learning across subjects.
Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
After‑school activities are offered through the MANIS programme, with opportunities to join inter‑school competitions. Weekly music lessons cover a range of instruments and singing, with additional sessions available through the extracurricular activities programme; the music curriculum is designed in collaboration with Juilliard and taught by a Juilliard‑trained specialist. Dance and drama are enriched by the Juilliard collaboration, and students perform in talent shows, performance assemblies, and annual drama productions on NAS Jakarta stages. The performing arts program also includes opportunities to participate in Southeast Asia performing arts festivals through the Juilliard partnership.
Extra curricular facilities
ISJ runs a Co-Curricular Programme with 30+ clubs per term. Talent Trails provide structure across four strands: Active Trail (sport, swimming, gymnastics, movement), Creative Trail (art, music, drama, design), STEM & Strategy Trail (coding, chess, robotics, science), and Communication & Culture Trail (Mandarin, debating, journalism, languages). Specialist clubs include gymnastics, bouldering at IndoClimb Kemang, K-Pop dance, and competitive swimming squads. The programme also includes trips and experiences that connect classroom learning to the wider world, and older pupils participate in residential trips.
Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
From humble beginnings, Nord Anglia School Jakarta began with one Indonesian teacher who taught Dutch children in the back room of her home in Menteng. Known as the Netherlands Inter-community School (NIS), the school's reputation and student numbers quickly grew, and a dedicated building was established on Jalan Proklamasi in 1967. Subsidies from the Dutch government supported further expansion, and the school relocated to Slipi in 1972. It moved to Cilandak to serve the expatriate community before settling in its current home on Jalan Jeruk Perut. In 2017, the school joined the Nord Anglia global family and was renamed Nord Anglia School Jakarta, now celebrating more than 55 years of education excellence.
History
The Independent School of Jakarta opened in September 2021. It is part of The Schools Trust, a UK-registered charity with over fifty years of experience founding and operating international schools. The school is located on a modern campus in Pondok Indah, South Jakarta, and follows the English National Curriculum, including the Early Years Foundation Stage for younger children. Eileen Fisher serves as Academic Director, guiding ISJ's curriculum design and pupil progress.
Community
Community
NAS Jakarta has a tight-knit, safe community with small classes and strong relationships among students, parents, teachers, and staff. Our student community comes together to collaborate on common interests through ECAs, Student Voice, and our House system. The Nord Anglia Education family emphasizes relationships with the wider community, and the leadership team welcomes parents and students as partners, organizing speaker series on topics important to parents and other community-wide events.
Community
ISJ's community is the heartbeat of the school, where pupils are known by name, their talents are celebrated, and their voices are heard. The school provides a safe, vibrant space for growth, with an emphasis on risk-taking, critical thinking, and discovery. Pupils learn across languages, sciences, arts, and sports, supported by teachers and a close-knit community.
Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
NAS Jakarta offers an extensive programme of extracurricular activities designed to help students grow beyond the classroom. The programme includes sports, arts, technology, and messy play, with activities scheduled after school and led by teachers or professional coaches; many are free. Students participate in 3 to 5 activities each week, and a swimming class extends the core swimming programme to boost skills.
Academic & intellectual
The Co-Curricular Programme includes five Talent Trails: Active Trail (sport, swimming, gymnastics and movement); Creative Trail (art, music, drama and design); STEM & Strategy Trail (coding, chess, robotics and science); Communication & Culture Trail (Mandarin, debating, journalism and languages). There are over 30 clubs each term and inter-school fixtures. Pupils can earn Talent Trails Awards from Bronze to Platinum through sustained commitment or leadership.
Arts & creative
Arts & creative
The performing arts are a core part of NAS Jakarta, with weekly music lessons covering composers, genres, and instruments such as ukulele and guitar, and opportunities to sing. The Juilliard School collaboration enhances dance, drama, and music with Juilliard-trained staff and a repertoire of works. The music curriculum is designed with Juilliard, and students can participate in performances and lunchtime/after-school ensembles.
Arts & creative
Arts, Music & Creativity is central to ISJ's education, with every pupil receiving specialist music teaching from the first week and access to peripatetic lessons in instruments. Pupils perform on stage in assemblies and annual school productions, and study art in a dedicated studio with opportunities to exhibit work. Drama is part of the curriculum, with regular performances and showcases of creative work.
Cultural & language
Cultural & language
NAS Jakarta celebrates local Indonesian culture with Batik Day, Pancasila, and Ibu Kartini Day to teach heritage and traditions. Local traditions help students build intercultural skills as they interact with a diverse community. Model United Nations is offered through UNICEF collaboration, providing opportunities for debate and SDG-focused projects.
Cultural & language
Mandarin is a key element of the Talent Trails, with the Communication & Culture Trail including Mandarin, debating, journalism and languages. Bahasa Indonesia is woven throughout the curriculum, with Indonesian language, history and culture taught at every stage. Language and cultural learning are integrated across Key Stages to support global citizenship.
Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
NAS Jakarta offers a robust daily extracurricular programme with activities across sports, music, building projects, and board games; many are after school or lunchtime, with a wide range each day. Student Voice representatives connect with peers to shape the school community and have influenced the House system, playground rules, and community projects, including recycling initiatives. The House system fosters collaboration across year groups and healthy competition, supporting social engagement and peer leadership.
Social & hobbies
There are over 30 co-curricular clubs each term and a four-house system that competes year-round. The programme includes 20+ sports in PE and clubs, with specialist clubs such as gymnastics, bouldering at IndoClimb Kemang, K-Pop dance, and competitive swimming squads. Pupils take part in house fixtures and inter-school competitions to develop teamwork and sportsmanship.
Community & service
Community & service
NAS Jakarta's social purpose programme builds global citizenship by applying ideas and talents to the wider community. Students engage in local and global impact projects, including fundraising for disasters, environmental initiatives, and supporting local schools; they also participate in recycling and community projects via Student Voice and local NGOs. On and off campus, they learn about sustainability through partnerships with conservation parks and NGOs, and participate in global challenges via Global Campus.
Community & service
Leadership & Service is one of five pillars guiding character development. Pupils lead House teams, organise charity events, mentor younger peers, and represent the school in inter-school competitions. Community projects and partnerships weave service into the ISJ programme, with residential and field experiences that connect pupils to the wider world.
Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
Student Voice representatives are elected to listen to peers, take initiative, and shape the school community. They have influenced the design and implementation of the House system, playground rules, and community projects, and have led recycling programs and resource donations to a local kindergarten. The House system fosters collaboration across year groups and healthy competition, giving students opportunities to lead and influence school life.
Leadership & professional
The Leadership & Service pillar shapes student leadership from the start, with opportunities to take on real responsibilities. Older pupils lead House teams, organise charity events, mentor younger peers, and represent the school in inter-school competitions, providing authentic leadership experiences. The co-curricular framework includes Talent Trails awards that recognise sustained commitment and leadership across activities.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Physical activity is an important part of NAS Jakarta's approach to wellbeing, with a broad sport and PE programme. Students participate in swimming, football, badminton, and gymnastics, building physical skills, teamwork, and lifelong healthy habits. Wellbeing is woven into everyday learning, emphasizing resilience, independence, communication, collaboration, and creativity.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Sport and physical activity are central to ISJ, with a broad range of physical pursuits and a broad PE curriculum. ISJ provides on-site facilities, including a swimming pool, and promotes lifelong fitness and wellbeing through sport, House competitions, trips, and outdoor learning. The program emphasizes resilience, teamwork, and healthy habits as part of everyday school life.
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Languages taught are English, Dutch, and Bahasa Indonesia. English is the language of instruction. English as an Additional Language (EAL) services are available to support students learning English. The school also nurtures students' first language alongside English instruction.
Language provision
ISJ follows the English National Curriculum. Pupils learn Bahasa Indonesia, Mandarin (from Year 3), and Spanish (Years 7–8) as part of the curriculum. Mandarin Chinese is introduced as pupils progress.
Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
NTC 'Nederlandse Taal en Cultuur lessen' is an exclusive Dutch language and culture programme available at NAS Jakarta. Indonesian culture and language are celebrated across the school, and students may expand their skills in Dutch language and culture through this programme.
Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Step 1: Make an inquiry: Start your admissions journey by submitting an online inquiry form, sending an email, or calling. Include your child's name, date of birth, nationality, and intended entry date so the team can tailor the next steps. The admissions team will respond within 24 hours to answer questions and outline the next steps. This initial contact begins the formal timeline for admission. Step 2: Visit our school: NAS Jakarta invites you to tour the campus to see learning spaces, facilities, and speak with staff. You'll learn how learning is adapted to different strengths and needs, and you can meet members of the admissions and academic teams. If you cannot visit in person, a personalised virtual tour can be arranged. The visit helps you assess fit for your child's learning journey. Step 3: Sending us your application: When you're ready to apply, complete and submit the online application form with supporting documents and the application fee. The Admissions team will review your submission in collaboration with our academics. You can expect to hear from NAS Jakarta within 48 hours. If an offer is recommended, you will be guided to the next steps in enrolment. Step 4: We'll start the review process: The Admissions team works closely with academics to review the application. You can expect a response within 48 hours from the date of submission. The review considers the information provided and the school's ability to meet your child's needs. A successful review leads to a formal offer. Step 5: Secure an offer and enrol: If everyone is happy with the review, NAS Jakarta will formally offer a place for your child. The Admissions team will follow up with enrolment steps and onboarding arrangements, and ensure your child's first day is exciting and memorable. Complete any remaining steps to confirm the place and begin at NAS Jakarta on the agreed entry date.
Admissions
1. Entry to ISJ is non-selective for Pre-Nursery, Nursery, and Reception. Admission to Year 1 and above is by assessment. Applications can be submitted up to two years in advance. 2. Visit the School. Prospective families are encouraged to visit ISJ before applying. Tours allow viewing the campus, meeting staff, observing lessons, and asking questions about curriculum, pastoral care, and school life. Tours are arranged on weekdays during term time. 3. Submit Application. Complete and return the Application Form along with the required documents. The Application Fee is IDR 4,680,000 and must be paid for the application to be processed. Applications can be submitted up to two years in advance. The school reviews the submission and begins processing once the fee is paid. 4. Assessment. For pupils applying to Year 1 and above, age-appropriate entrance assessments are conducted to understand academic readiness, learning potential, and personal qualities such as curiosity and focus. Assessments are conducted in a relaxed, supportive environment, either individually or in small groups. Entry to Pre-Nursery, Nursery, and Reception is non-selective. 5. Admissions Decision. Following assessment, the family is notified of the decision in writing. If a place is offered, an Offer Letter and details of next steps, including payment of the Enrolment Deposit to secure the place, are provided. Upon enrolment confirmation, a Welcome Pack with term dates, schedules, key contacts, and information about the child's class teacher and form group is issued.
Scholarships
Scholarships
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Scholarships
Adjusted Tuition — setting the fee to your family's circumstances. Before ruling ISJ out on the published fee, talk to us. Where ISJ is genuinely the right school for your child and the full fee is a stretch, tuition can be set to what your family can manage. It is not a discount and not a scholarship, and support is usually partial: we adjust the fee, we do not remove it. It is open to families funding education privately, including expatriate families on local-plus contracts and the self-employed, for whom a posting no longer covers full school fees. More families qualify than assume they do. It begins with one private conversation rather than a form. Speak with Tiffany Hurret in Admissions; a short, confidential review then sets the fee, and arrangements are reviewed each year so they move with your circumstances. Every arrangement stays between your family and the school, with no bearing on your child's place or their day here.
Ki Hajar Dewantara Scholarship — widening access for Indonesian pupils. A limited number of awards each year, covering up to 100% of tuition, for Indonesian pupils of exceptional promise for whom the fees would otherwise be out of reach. Awards are made on academic potential and family circumstances, including at A-Level entry in Year 12. The bar is high and the places are few. Named in honour of Ki Hajar Dewantara (1889–1959), founder of the Taman Siswa movement, who held that education should be open to all, whatever a child's background.
To start a confidential conversation, contact Admissions at admissions@isj.id or +62 811 1000 7672.