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International Schools in Bali, Indonesia

Compare 8 international schools in Bali, Indonesia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average IDR 191,897,286), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
8
Curricula
13
Average annual fee
IDR 191,897,286
Fee range
IDR 51,960,000 – 319,030,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (4 schools)
Average school size
786 pupils
Largest by enrolment
ProEd Global School - Nuanu
Oldest
Australian Independent School Bali (1996)
About international schools in Bali, Indonesia

International schools in Bali are a diverse mix of coastal, suburban and rural campuses that offer a range of foreign curricula - most commonly the International Baccalaureate, British (IGCSE/A-Level), Australian and primary-focused programmes such as the International Primary Curriculum or Montessori - rather than a single dominant system. Instruction is predominantly in English, with Bahasa Indonesia taught across most schools and many offering bilingual or additional-language options such as Mandarin; many international campuses operate under Indonesian SPK (Satuan Pendidikan Kerja Sama) arrangements. Annual tuition varies widely by age and programme, with smaller early-years options often starting at the lower end of the local band and senior IB/secondary places commonly toward the higher end; families should budget not just tuition but application and registration fees, capital levies, transport, uniforms and activity costs. Schools generally follow an academic-year intake rhythm (with main new-student intake concentrated around the start of the school year and some mid-year places), so parents planning a relocation should contact admissions several months in advance, arrange visits or virtual interviews, and confirm term dates and visa timing before committing.

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FAQs for Indonesia

Which curricula are available in Bali and how do they differ for university pathways?
You will commonly find the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP), British curricula leading to IGCSEs and A-Levels, Australian curriculum pathways and primary programmes such as IPC or Montessori. The IB emphasises inquiry, global perspectives and is widely recognised for university entry worldwide, British/IGCSE+A-Level routes are exam-based and suit UK/Australian/US admissions pathways, and the Australian curriculum aligns closely with Australian state systems; check each school’s guidance counsellor about recognition for specific university systems.
How much should we expect to pay and what extras are typical?
Tuition in Bali’s international schools covers a broad band: smaller kindergartens and lower-fee schools can start in the lower tens of millions of rupiah a year, while many mid-to-senior secondary programmes sit in the low hundreds of millions of rupiah annually; a published median for the island sits in the low hundreds of millions. Beyond tuition expect one-off application and registration fees, refundable enrolment deposits, capital levies, transport or bus fees, uniforms, learning materials, exam fees (IGCSE/IB) and costs for excursions and after-school activities, all of which can add materially to the annual cost.
When should we apply and how far ahead do places fill?
Most international schools on the island follow an academic-year intake pattern with the principal new-student intake around the start of the school year and some schools offering limited mid-year entry; because popular year groups can fill quickly, families are advised to start the application process several months before relocation. Schools typically require an application form and fee, may ask for recent school reports and assessments, and will schedule interviews or trial days for new pupils, so contact admissions early to confirm specific deadlines and availability.
What is the language of instruction and is support offered for non-English speakers?
English is the primary language of instruction at most international schools in Bali, while Bahasa Indonesia is commonly taught as a subject and many schools run bilingual or language-support programmes; some schools also offer additional modern languages such as Mandarin. If your child is not yet fluent in English, ask schools about their English as an Additional Language (EAL) or English support provision, assessment on entry, and the way they integrate language learning with class placement and pastoral care.
What practical things should we check when visiting a school in Bali?
When you visit, confirm the curriculum and its accreditation or examination authorisations, look at pastoral and safeguarding policies, ask about class sizes and teacher qualifications, inspect transport routes and typical commute times from where you will live, and review the full first-year cost schedule (tuition plus levies and extras). Also check term dates and assessment points to align your move, ask how the school supports new international students socially and academically, and request recent school reports or inspection/accreditation documents where available.