Pelangi School Bali and Sunrise School Bali are both in Bali, about 18 km apart. Both schools offer IPC and Indian programmes. Pelangi School Bali also offers Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, and Sunrise School Bali also offers IEYC and IMYC. Published annual fees are IDR 53,250,000 - 126,900,000 at Pelangi School Bali and IDR 72,750,000 - 145,250,000 at Sunrise School Bali, which puts Sunrise School Bali roughly 21% higher. Pelangi School Bali takes pupils from 2 to 14, and Sunrise School Bali from 1 to 15.
IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Indian Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Curriculum
IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), Indian Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
200
Pupils
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Typical class size
Typical class size
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Typical class size
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Instruction language
Instruction language
English, Indonesian
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
2006
Opened
2000
Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Br. Kumbuh, Mas, Bali, Indonesia. Located in the Ubud area of Bali.
Location
Sunrise School Bali is an international community school located on the island of Bali, Indonesia. The school is connected with Yayasan Membina Api Cinta Kasih (MACK), a foundation based in Bali. The foundation supports Sunrise School and Matahari Terbit Centre in Kerobokan, Bali. Sunrise emphasises an integrated learning environment with a strong focus on the creative arts and environmental sustainability.
Stages
Stages
Early Years; Primary
Stages
Early Years, Primary and Junior High School. IEYC for Early Years; IPC for Year 1 to Year 6; IMYC for Year 7 to Year 9.
School type
School type
Private, not-for-profit
School type
An international community school
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
27 nationalities represented; students from over 30 countries.
Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
Education delivered in English and Bahasa Indonesia; bilingual teachers assist Indonesian-speaking students; language proficiency evaluations for non-native English speakers.
Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
Indonesia
Country affiliation
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Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
School day runs from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm; Tiny Tots finish at 12:00 pm; gates are closed 9:00 am–2:50 pm; arrival typically between 8:15 and 8:30 am.
School day structure
8:00 to 16:00
Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application and registration fees
- Registration (application) fee: IDR 500,000 payable at the time of joining the waitlist or when submitting the completed application package. - One-time enrolment fee (new students): IDR 15,000,000 due on acceptance and entry. - Refundable security deposit (for families paying quarterly): IDR 10,000,000 due on acceptance; refunded when the student leaves provided written notification deadlines are met and there are no outstanding charges.
- Standard quarterly due dates (examples of scheduled due dates): Quarter 1 due 16 May, Quarter 2 due 12 September, Quarter 3 due 21 November, Quarter 4 due 13 February (dates are presented with the termly invoice schedule). Annual Facilities and Curriculum Fees are due on acceptance or at the date stated on invoices. - Quarterly tuition is payable in full for each quarter; fees are not prorated for late start or early withdrawal within a quarter. Annual fees are not prorated. - Refundable security deposit is required for families choosing quarterly payments; a full-year payment removes the need for this deposit. The security deposit is held until the student leaves and may be forfeited if written notification deadlines are not met or if outstanding charges remain. - Late payment penalties: a levy of IDR 250,000 per student is applied every week for up to one month for overdue quarterly tuition; continued non-payment may result in the student being asked to remain at home until payment is received.
Discounts and special payment options
- A 5% discount on tuition fees only is offered for an upfront full-year payment, when paid by the date indicated on invoices for upfront payment. This upfront-payment discount is non-refundable and non-transferable. - A 15% tuition-only discount may be available for students where both parents hold Indonesian passports (application required and subject to availability).
Boarding fees
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed; boarding is not applicable for these year groups.
Other costs and additional charges
- Uniforms: students are required to wear uniforms and uniforms can be purchased at the school office; replacement items provided by the school if a student arrives without uniform will be invoiced to parents. Prices for uniform items are handled at the school office. - Curriculum, facilities and resources fees (annual) are charged in addition to tuition (amounts shown above per year group). Extracurricular items, trips, lunches, transport, specialist tuition and personal stationery may generate additional charges when applicable (these items are not included in the tuition or annual fees listed). - Short-term drop-in rates (20-school-day settling-in / trial charges) when applicable: Tiny Tots IDR 11,500,000; Playgroup IDR 12,100,000; TKA IDR 14,700,000; TKB IDR 14,800,000; SD Grades 1–5 IDR 17,200,000; SD Grade 6 IDR 17,500,000; Middle School Grade 7 IDR 18,900,000; Middle School Grade 8 IDR 19,200,000.
Refund and cancellation rules
- Initial 20-school-day Settling-In period: if permanent enrolment does not follow the settling-in period, fees already paid will be refunded minus the standard 20-day drop-in charge and the registration fee; the retained amount cannot be prorated. - After the Settling-In period ends, Registration, Enrolment, Facilities & Resources, Tuition and Curriculum Fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. Pre-payment to secure places for the following academic year is non-refundable. Failure to submit written notification of withdrawal by the published notification dates may result in forfeiture of the refundable security deposit and continued obligation to pay fees due.
Fee payment methods
- Payments are to be made by bank transfer or direct deposit to the school account as detailed on invoices. Invoices will be issued prior to each payment due date. Credit-card payment is not listed as a standard payment method.
Notes on invoicing and required up-front items
- The Registration Fee, one-time Enrolment Fee, Refundable Security Deposit (where required) and the first quarter's tuition are payable in full on acceptance/entry. Annual Facilities and Curriculum Fees are due on acceptance or as detailed on the invoice schedule.
Fee details
For 2026–2027, Sunrise School Bali charges a registration fee of IDR 10,000,000 for new enrolments only. This is non-refundable.
Annual fees by year level
Small World Half Day: IDR 6,500,000 resources levy, IDR 12,250,000 tuition per term, IDR 55,500,000 total per year.
Small World Full Day: IDR 6,500,000 resources levy, IDR 14,250,000 tuition per term, IDR 63,500,000 total per year.
Playgroup: IDR 9,750,000 resources levy, IDR 15,750,000 tuition per term, IDR 72,750,000 total per year.
Kindergarten: IDR 12,500,000 resources levy, IDR 15,750,000 tuition per term, IDR 75,500,000 total per year.
Prep: IDR 12,500,000 resources levy, IDR 15,750,000 tuition per term, IDR 75,500,000 total per year.
Year 1–2: IDR 12,500,000 resources levy, IDR 23,750,000 tuition per term, IDR 107,500,000 total per year.
Year 3–4: IDR 17,250,000 resources levy, IDR 26,500,000 tuition per term, IDR 123,250,000 total per year.
Year 5–6: IDR 21,250,000 resources levy, IDR 29,250,000 tuition per term, IDR 138,250,000 total per year.
Year 7–9: IDR 21,250,000 resources levy, IDR 31,000,000 tuition per term, IDR 145,250,000 total per year.
Payment terms
The resources levy is payable once per year. Tuition is billed across 4 terms per year. All payments are non-refundable. Boarding fees, uniform costs, and payment options are not stated in the provided fee schedule.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
All students wear the official Pelangi School t-shirt; two free t-shirts are provided on joining, with more available to buy at the school office. The Indonesian Education Department requires that students wear uniforms to school. If a student arrives without a Pelangi t-shirt, a replacement t-shirt is issued and the parents are invoiced.
Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
Pelangi School has a school café, Warung Bamboo, offering healthy snacks and lunches; ordering is optional and not included in tuition. The menu changes weekly and includes a vegetarian option. Pelangi has a Healthy Food Policy and a peanut-free environment; if not ordering from Warung Bamboo, students may bring snacks and lunch from home.
Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
Pelangi School operates under the not-for-profit foundation Yayasan Cahaya Pelangi Bali.
Governance and ownership
The school is governed by Yayasan Membina Api Cinta Kasih (MACK) or To Cultivate the Fire of Compassion Foundation, a Bali-based non-profit founded in 1998. The foundation is involved in Sunrise School Bali and Matahari Terbit Centre in Kerobokan, Bali. According to the Articles of Association, the foundation is committed to providing educational programs, both formal and informal; to research and develop projects in the field of education and environmental science; to establish children's libraries; and to collaborate with other educational institutions in teacher training, professional development and resource development.
Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
The school uses the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and Pearson Edexcel, in combination with the Indonesian National Curriculum, taught by teaching teams of international and Indonesian teachers.
Curriculum details
Sunrise School Bali uses IEYC for Early Years, IPC for Year 1 to Year 6, and IMYC for Year 7 to Year 9. These are international, English-language curricula from England that emphasize inquiry, experiential learning, and developing life skills. The curriculum is thematic, with learners exploring a new topic each term and engaging in hands-on learning in the community, such as beach clean-ups and visits to the Safari Park. In addition to the international curricula, Sunrise follows the Indonesian national curriculum with Kurikulum 2013 and is introducing Kurikulum Merdeka. Curriculum enrichment includes Yoga, Mindfulness and Movement, Gardening and Horticulture, Non Violent Communication, Morning Circle and Reflection, Living Values, and Community Outreach and Service. There are After School Activities across arts, sports, science, cooking and more.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
Pelangi School emphasizes a balanced education that values creativity, happiness, wellbeing, positive relationships, and a love of learning alongside international standards. The school has a nurturing, family-like environment that supports students to explore, take risks, try new things, be independent and grow confidently. The holistic approach is guided by qualified and dedicated professionals who help students reach their potential. The Pelangi community is diverse and welcoming, with opportunities for students, teachers and parents to work together. A wide range of after-school activities and events complements classroom learning and supports social development. Wellbeing is a core aspect of the learning experience.
Social & emotional learning
Sunrise School Bali supports learners to meet academic, social and emotional challenges with openness and enthusiasm. Mindfulness and Movement are taught; staff are trained in mindfulness, and breathing and mindfulness practices are incorporated daily in morning circles and mindful minutes. Non Violent Communication is used in classrooms to help students express needs and feelings. Living Values programs including Mind-Up, Bravehearts and Friendly Schools teach protective behaviours and life skills. Community Outreach and Service opportunities invite learners to act locally, from food drives to river clean ups and coral planting. Morning Circle and Reflection Times provide regular opportunities for quiet reflection and celebration of learning.
Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
Classes are taught in English. Non-native English speaking children complete a language proficiency evaluation. From grade 2 onwards, a good understanding of English for writing, reading and speaking is necessary for entering Pelangi. Students who speak Indonesian fluently can be accommodated with bilingual teachers who assist in facilitating understanding.
English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
Wellbeing is a central part of the Pelangi School experience. The school provides a nurturing, family-like environment that supports students to explore, take risks, and grow with confidence. The learning approach is holistic and aims to develop happiness, wellbeing and positive relationships alongside academic progress. The diverse and welcoming community fosters collaboration among students, teachers, parents and the local community. Outdoor and after-school activities, including access to natural campus spaces, contribute to students' well-being.
Mental wellbeing
Mindfulness and meditation practices are integrated daily to support students' mental wellbeing. Yoga sessions cultivate mindfulness and emotional regulation. Morning circles and mindful minutes help students self‑regulate and identify their emotions. Friday meditation during Morning Circle fosters a calm, reflective start to the day.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
The school provides a safe, equitable, caring learning environment. Restorative practices are used to resolve conflicts and care for relationships, the environment and community.
Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
The Pelangi School Bali campus is a natural setting built in harmony with nature and surrounded by green spaces, keeping students connected with the environment. The playgrounds provide opportunities to develop coordination, strength, balance and agility, and class gardens enhance outdoor learning and environmental awareness. The campus is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including insects, spiders, reptiles, flying lizards and birds, and maintains a wildlife corridor on site; the butterfly biodiversity legacy continues to shape on‑campus ecology.
Facilities overview
Sunrise School Bali emphasizes outdoor, garden‑based learning. It includes a waste water garden (the first in Bali, built in 2000), small ponds and a small stream, plus extensive vegetable and flower gardens. A beehive and chickens are on site, and there are large open garden spaces for children to play and learn in. Learning is hands‑on and includes community experiences such as beach cleanups and trips to places like the Safari Park, a chocolate factory, and gardening projects.
Sports facilities
Sports facilities
After-school physical activities include soccer, basketball, badminton, tennis, mepantigan, dance (modern and Balinese) and karate, led by staff and visiting activity providers.
Sports facilities
Yoga is taught to all age groups once per week in a Yoga shala. After‑school activities include soccer and basketball.
Academic facilities
Academic facilities
IPC curriculum and Pearson Edexcel were chosen for their holistic foundations and high academic standards. The primary program runs from 8.30am to 3.00pm and includes core academic subjects in a bilingual environment, along with arts, yoga and sports, and environmental studies on the natural campus. During the primary years, students learn through IPC Mile Posts 1–3 with Academic, International and Personal Learning Goals.
Academic facilities
Sunrise follows the IEYC for Early Years, IPC for Year 1–6 and IMYC for Year 7–9, with experiential and inquiry‑based learning. Gardening and horticulture are integrated through permaculture training and strong links with organic farmers and garden experts; fruits and vegetables grown in school gardens are harvested by students. The school also maintains a waste water garden and large open garden spaces to support hands‑on learning.
After‑school activities include Arts and Crafts, Hip hop dance, Music, Soccer, Basketball, Board Games, Science, Cooking, Martial Arts, Wellness Workshop and Scratch and Coding. Mindfulness and Movement are practiced daily, with weekly Yoga in a dedicated yoga space. Community Outreach and Service activities, such as food drives, river cleanups and coral planting, are part of Sunrise's learning.
Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
Pelangi School Bali is run by the not-for-profit Yayasan Cahaya Pelangi Bali. It was founded in 2006 by two Americans, Dawn and Jennifer, who were married to Indonesians and had young children, to provide a bilingual education in Ubud. The doors opened on 1 August 2006 with twelve students, growing to forty by year end. The founders aimed to welcome expatriate, Indonesian and mixed-heritage children in an inclusive environment. Today Pelangi serves about 200 students with a 60-member team, and the school consolidated two sites onto a single campus after a generous gift in 2013.
History
Sunrise School was founded in 2000 by a group of concerned like-minded parents who were unable to find a school with the quality of teaching and care they wanted for their children. These parents had a diverse background but shared a vision to create a community school that develops the whole child socially, emotionally and intellectually while nurturing their spirit. Yayasan Membina Api Kasih Kasih (MACK) or To Cultivate the Fire of Compassion Foundation is a Bali-based nonprofit involved with Sunrise School and Matahari Terbit Centre in Kerobokan, Bali. According to its Articles of Association, the foundation commits to providing educational programs both formal and informal, researching and developing projects in education and environmental science, establishing children's libraries, and collaborating with other educational institutions in teacher training, professional development and resource development.
Community
Community
Pelangi School is a community-oriented school with a diverse student population. Our global community offers rich opportunities for cultural sharing and every person is valued within the school and local community. Pelangi students actively participate in initiatives and fundraising with local organizations, and staff lead outreach programs such as the Pelangi Environment and Education Program (PEEP), Super Sehat, Kids Protect – I Feel Safe, and Yayasan Anak Unik. Environmental and charitable work includes senior students building sanctuaries for the Maleo in Sulawesi, turtle releases and mangrove planting in Bali, and a school recycling program.
Community
Sunrise School provides a safe, equitable, and caring learning environment where learners engage intellectually, emotionally, socially and spiritually. The school promotes lifelong learning and an integrated experience that balances freedom and structure, with a strong emphasis on the creative arts and environmental sustainability. Being a member of Sunrise School means belonging to a community described as an extended family, with programs and values carried throughout the curriculum and beyond. Community outreach and service are part of learning, including trips such as visits to mangrove forests to pick up rubbish.
Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
The PPCA (Pelangi Parents & Community Association) is a parent-run group that meets regularly throughout the school year, providing a link between the school, the students, the parent community, the leadership team and the school's yayasan board. The association is active in organising social events and in raising monies for both the school and charitable projects in our community. All parents automatically become members when joining the school. The PPCA welcomes parents to join meetings and invites them to become involved as an interested parent. Representatives from PPCA are happy to meet with new parents and help them settle into the school community.
Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
IPC and Indonesian National Curriculum are taught with theme-based concepts that connect learning to real-world interests. Learning is guided by qualified teachers to nurture independence, collaboration and the development of maximum potential.
Academic & intellectual
Sunrise School Bali follows the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for Early Years, the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for Year 1 to Year 6, and the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) for Year 7 to Year 9. These thematic curricula from England emphasise experiential learning, inquiry and developing life skills. Hands-on learning takes students out to the community, with beach clean-ups, visits to the Safari Park to study animals and habitats, and experiences such as chocolate production and gardening where students learn composting and recycling. Language development and Indonesian values and culture are integrated within IEYC, IPC and IMYC.
Arts & creative
Arts & creative
A wide range of after-school arts and creative activities is offered, including Painting Club, Lego Club, Creative Club, Chess Club and Maker Space; Dance (Modern and Balinese) is available; Guitar and Ukulele are offered; Arts Night features dance and art and is part of the school's cultural events.
Arts & creative
After-school activities include Arts and Crafts, Hip hop dance and Music.
Cultural & language
Cultural & language
Language learning includes Balinese, Indonesian and English; Indonesian cultural events are part of student performances.
Cultural & language
Kurikulum Merdeka is incorporated and provides opportunities to learn language and Indonesian values and culture. Bahasa Indonesia is taught for Indonesian students and BIPA (Bahasa Indonesia for Foreigners) for international students. National curriculum subjects include Religion (Pendidikan Agama dan Budi Pekerti), Indonesian Citizenship (Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan), and Indonesian Culture (Sejarah dan Budaya Indonesia).
Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
Extracurricular activities span physical, creative, musical and academic areas, with examples such as Soccer, Basketball, Badminton, Tennis, Mepantigan, Dance and Karate; Painting, Lego, Chess and Maker Space; Guitar and Ukulele; and language, Phonics, Coding and STEM clubs.
Social & hobbies
After-school activities include Soccer, Basketball and Board Games, with additional options such as Arts and Crafts, Hip hop dance and Music as part of enrichment.
Community & service
Community & service
Pelangi Environment and Education Program (PEEPs) is a free program for local village children, who visit the school three times a week to learn English, yoga and environmental awareness and access the library. Pelangi Camp is a summer camp with field trips and enriching cultural activities.
Community & service
Community Outreach and Service includes opportunities to act locally through food drives for the less advantaged, river cleanups and coral planting.
Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
SAT (Student Action Team) is the leadership program for Pelangi students.
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
The Pelangi experience prioritizes balance, happiness and wellbeing within a nurturing, family-like environment. The Natural Campus offers outdoor learning spaces and a biodiversity-focused atmosphere, including class gardens and a butterfly/biodiversity program, and the school serves more than 20,000 healthy snacks and lunches each year.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Yoga is taught weekly in the Yoga shala focusing on mindfulness and meditation. Mindfulness and Movement are practiced daily in morning circles and mindful minutes. The school also teaches Non Violent Communication (NVC), Living Values programs, and promotes environmental stewardship through Gardening and Horticulture, including a waste water garden, a bee hive and chickens.
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
English and Bahasa Indonesia are the languages used for instruction. Instruction is delivered in both English and Bahasa Indonesia across the curriculum. The curriculum combines the International Primary Curriculum with the Indonesian National Curriculum. The Early Years and Primary levels are offered.
Language provision
Bahasa Indonesia for Indonesian students. BIPA (Bahasa Indonesia for Foreigners) for International students.
Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
English and Bahasa Indonesia are the languages used for instruction. The Early Years and Primary levels are offered. Bilingual instruction is a core aspect of Pelangi School Bali.
Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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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
1. Applications are accepted year-round. Availability of class places depends on current class sizes and individual student needs. Pelangi School is divided into Early Years, Primary and Middle School levels, with class groupings defined and a minimum age cut-off date of 1st July, in line with Indonesian Education Department requirements. 2. Class levels are defined by age. Early years include Tiny Tots 2-3; Playgroup 3-4; TK A (Junior Kindergarten) 4-5; TK B (Senior Kindergarten) 5-6. Primary school includes Class 1 6-7 through Class 6 11-12. Middle school includes Class 7 12-13 and Class 8 13-14. 3. How to enrol / Enquiry form: Download and complete the Enrolment Enquiry Form and return it to the Pelangi School office in person or via email. 4. The school will then contact to discuss your application further. 5. Fees and tuition policies: Fee information and payment schedule 2025-2026 (PDF) and Tuition payment policy 2025-2026 (PDF) are available. 6. Pelangi School Academic Calendar: Pelangi School Academic calendar 2025-2026 (PDF) provides key dates for the academic year. 7. Contact: Address: Br. Kumbuh, Mas, Bali, Indonesia. Phone: +62 821 4524 7146; +62 361 4792 577.
Admissions
Join the Sunrise Family. Enrolment is conducted via an online form on sunriseschoolbali.com. The form collects: Parent's Name, Current Date, Child's Full Name (#1, with fields for additional children), Date of Birth (#1), When do you wish to enroll?, Email, Nationality, Phone, last school attended, Is English your child's first language, Does your child need any additional learning support?, and any other information. It also allows uploading the latest report card. The form requires JavaScript to be enabled in the browser to submit. Sunrise School Bali is an international community school located on the island of Bali, Indonesia.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Full scholarships are offered; 17% of students are on full scholarship.
