Compare American Curriculum International Schools in Surabaya, Indonesia

Sampoerna Academy Surabaya - Grand Pakuwon

Instructs in English

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees IDR 8,000,000 - 112,500,000

Pupils 2650

Type Co-educational

Located in West Surabaya, Sampoerna Academy Surabaya opened in 2019 as the sixth campus of the Putera Sampoerna Foundation to advance Indonesian education. The campus serves Playgroup through Primary, with Grand Pakuwon offering Middle and High School, on Pakuwon Indah and Grand Pakuwon campuses designed for international quality and digital learning. English is the language of instruction, with Mandarin taught in collaboration with Beijing Language and Cultural University. The school combines STEAM through project-based learning with the Cambridge International framework for Primary and Secondary, and offers the IB Diploma Programme as an option for Grades 11-12. Early Learning follows the IEYC. Facilities include technology-integrated classrooms, a spacious library, a science laboratory, dedicated arts and music studios, gyms and sports facilities. Extracurricular activities include Art & Craft, Band Jam, Choir, Coding, Chess, Public Speaking, Dance and Yoga, among others, encouraging creativity, collaboration and well-being. The campus emphasizes global citizenship and inquiry.

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Sampoerna Academy Surabaya

Instructs in English

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees IDR 8,000,000 - 112,500,000

Pupils 2650

Type Co-educational

Location

Surabaya has two campuses: Pakuwon Indah (Jl. Pakuwon Indah Lontar Tim. No PK 01 - 10, Lakarsantri) and Grand Pakuwon (Jl. Grand Pakuwon, Banjar Sugihan, Tandes).

Stages

Pakuwon Indah offers Toddler Playgroup, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten 1 & 2, and Elementary School (G1 & G2); Grand Pakuwon offers Playgroup, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten 1 & 2, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School.

Type

International school offering Cambridge curriculum with IEYC for Early Learning; Cambridge for Primary and Secondary; IB option for Grade 11 and Grade 12; English instruction and Mandarin curriculum designed with Beijing Language and Cultural University (BLCU).

Country affiliation

Indonesia

School day structure

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Academic year covered
Fees and schedules below apply to the 2025–2026 academic year as published for Sampoerna Academy Surabaya.

Application / registration fee (one‑time, new students)
- Registration fee (one‑time, payable at enrolment for new students): IDR 8,000,000.

Tuition fees by year group (annual totals and quarterly payment option)
- Playgroup — Annual total: IDR 45,900,000; Annual per‑installment (1 or 2 instalments): IDR 22,950,000; Quarterly: IDR 12,125,000 per quarter (total quarterly payments: IDR 48,500,000).
- Pre‑Kindergarten — Annual total: IDR 47,700,000; Annual per‑installment: IDR 23,850,000; Quarterly: IDR 12,600,000 per quarter (total: IDR 50,400,000).
- Kindergarten 1 — Annual total: IDR 69,500,000; Annual per‑installment: IDR 34,750,000; Quarterly: IDR 18,243,750 per quarter (total: IDR 72,975,000); Anniversary promotional annual price shown: IDR 59,900,000 (where applicable).
- Kindergarten 2 — Annual total: IDR 69,500,000; Annual per‑installment: IDR 34,750,000; Quarterly: IDR 18,243,750 per quarter (total: IDR 72,975,000); Anniversary promotional annual price shown: IDR 59,900,000.
- Grade 1 — Annual total: IDR 84,900,000; Annual per‑installment: IDR 42,450,000; Quarterly: IDR 22,286,250 per quarter (total: IDR 89,145,000); Anniversary promotional annual price shown: IDR 67,500,000.
- Grade 2 — Annual total: IDR 84,900,000; Annual per‑installment: IDR 42,450,000; Quarterly: IDR 22,286,250 per quarter (total: IDR 89,145,000); Anniversary promotional annual price shown: IDR 67,500,000.
- Grade 3 — Annual total: IDR 84,900,000; Annual per‑installment: IDR 42,450,000; Quarterly: IDR 22,286,250 per quarter (total: IDR 89,145,000).
- Grade 4 — Annual total: IDR 88,500,000; Annual per‑installment: IDR 44,250,000; Quarterly: IDR 23,231,250 per quarter (total: IDR 92,925,000).
- Grade 5 — Annual total: IDR 88,500,000; Annual per‑installment: IDR 44,250,000; Quarterly: IDR 23,231,250 per quarter (total: IDR 92,925,000).
- Grade 6 — Annual total: IDR 88,500,000; Annual per‑installment: IDR 44,250,000; Quarterly: IDR 23,231,250 per quarter (total: IDR 92,925,000). (Note: a lock fee policy is indicated up to Grade 6.)
- Grade 7 — Annual total: IDR 107,400,000; Annual per‑installment: IDR 53,700,000; Quarterly: IDR 28,192,500 per quarter (total: IDR 112,770,000); Anniversary promotional annual price shown: IDR 86,400,000.
- Grade 8 — Annual total: IDR 107,400,000; Annual per‑installment: IDR 53,700,000; Quarterly: IDR 28,192,500 per quarter (total: IDR 112,770,000); Anniversary promotional annual price shown: IDR 86,400,000.
- Grade 9 — Annual total: IDR 112,500,000; Annual per‑installment: IDR 56,250,000; Quarterly: IDR 29,531,250 per quarter (total: IDR 118,800,000).
- Grade 10 — Annual total: IDR 112,500,000; Annual per‑installment: IDR 56,250,000; Quarterly: IDR 29,531,250 per quarter (total: IDR 118,800,000).
- Grade 11–12 (A Level) — Annual total: IDR 130,500,000; Annual per‑installment: IDR 65,250,000; Quarterly: IDR 34,256,250 per quarter (total: IDR 137,800,000).

All tuition figures above are presented both as the school's stated annual total and as the per‑quarter instalment and quarterly total where a quarterly plan is shown. Anniversary promotional annual prices are indicated where shown in the published schedule. These tuition figures exclude registration, uniforms, books, learning resources, Chromebooks/laptops, external exam fees, field trips and certain services.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Payment frequency options: payments may be made annually (as one or two instalments) or quarterly (four instalments).
- Typical quarterly instalment schedule for the listed 2025–2026 year: 1st instalment (includes uniforms, books & resources) — at enrolment; 2nd instalment — 1 October; 3rd instalment — 1 January; 4th instalment — 1 March. Exact due dates may vary by academic year and by the chosen payment plan.
- Sibling discount: a 5% sibling discount is applied when enrolling another child. No building/development fee is charged.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed as an offered option for the Surabaya campus; no boarding fees apply. Sampoerna Academy Surabaya operates as a day campus.

Other costs and typical additional charges
- One‑time registration fee for new students: IDR 8,000,000 (see above).
- Uniforms, books and learning resources: charged in addition to tuition; the uniforms/books/resources component is indicated as due with the first instalment at enrolment.
- Chromebook / laptop charges: charged separately and scheduled as a later instalment for the year shown.
- External exam fees (IGCSE, A‑Level or IB) for the appropriate year groups: charged separately.
- Field trips, competitions, catering, shuttle service and other optional services: charged separately as listed in the school's fee schedule.

Refund and transfer policy
- All fee payments are non‑refundable and non‑transferable as stated in the published fee schedule. Parents should consider this policy when selecting payment timing and plan.

Fee payment options and instalment tools
- Payment frequency available: annual (one or two instalments) or quarterly (four instalments). Parents who wish to pay by instalment may use a credit card that offers an education payment plan; terms and availability depend on the card issuer.

Notes and short clarifications (factual)
- The published Surabaya fee schedule explicitly states there is no building or development fee and that tuition ranges vary by campus and grade level. Annual promotional prices are listed for some grades in the published schedule.

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Uniform Requirement

Students are required to wear a school uniform. The uniform builds a positive school culture and identity, teaches grooming and hygiene, creates a safe and orderly environment, instills self-discipline, maintains a safe and secure learning environment and eliminates competition and distractions. PE uniforms are worn during PE classes, and students change back to the school uniform afterward. A 'no hat no play' rule applies for sun protection, and students must wear a hat with the Sampoerna Academy logo; House shirts are worn for house activities; Batik Day is observed with batik attire.

Food Options

Lunch on campus: students stay for lunchtime and may bring packed lunches or use a school-approved catering vendor; meals are distributed by designated staff. Deliveries from outside vendors are not permitted; parents may deliver meals under campus guidelines.

House System

The school uses a house system; students wear house shirts for house activities. Batik Day is observed with batik attire; Batik tops must be paired with dark-coloured slacks.

Governance and Ownership

Sampoerna Academy Surabaya is part of Sampoerna Academy and is operated by PT Sekolah Sampoerna Internasional. The Putera Sampoerna Foundation (PSF) initiated Sampoerna Academy; PSF is the social enterprise arm of the Sampoerna Group focused on education and established international standard boarding schools, Sampoerna University and Sampoerna Academy.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school places social and emotional learning at the core of its program. SEL is delivered through a dedicated SEL curriculum taught in all classes, reinforced by daily activities, and supported by a dedicated SEL teacher. A Community Building program, student council, mentorship programs and clubs foster leadership, collaboration, and positive relationships, with leadership development and parent involvement reinforcing SEL beyond the classroom. SEL also includes digital and media literacy as part of the framework.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is the instructional language at Sampoerna Academy. English language proficiency supports opportunities to study domestically or internationally, and graduates achieve competency in Bahasa Indonesia and Mandarin.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through the SEL program and access to trained school counsellors who work with students individually. The school provides resources to help parents understand and support their children's social and emotional development at home, reinforcing wellbeing beyond the classroom.

Safeguarding

The safeguarding framework defines abuse and neglect, with school counsellors trained to take appropriate action and follow reporting procedures. Awareness-raising for students and teachers, guidance for parents, and access to counselling options are provided; warning signs are identified and reported, and measures include crisis resources and monitoring of safety, including social media and cyberbullying policies. CCTV monitoring may occur in common areas to support safety.

Admissions

1. Admission Process: We are academically selective and all children must pass a period of observation and assessment (early years) or an entrance assessment. The entrance assessment features an assessment in English language, Mathematics, and Science along with a personal interview. The school may require students to attend the class for a day or days to monitor the child's behavior and academic level.

2. Class Division and Age Placement: We admit children from the year they turn 2 into Playgroup to the age of 15 into Grade 10; other grades and ages require more consideration and communication between school and parents. Students must reach the age before October 1 of the year of application, and must possess the proper leaving certificate from the previous school year along with major examination results where applicable. Students coming from the British grading system (13 years) will be placed according to conversion.

3. Curriculum and Language: Sampoerna Academy uses English as the language of instruction and offers a Mandarin Curriculum designed with Beijing Language and Cultural University in China. Curriculum framework includes IEYC for Early Learning, Cambridge for Primary and Secondary, and IB option for Grade 11 and Grade 12.

4. Fees and Apply Process: Tuition ranges from IDR 25 Million in ELC up to IDR 187 Million in Grade 12 per annum, with variation by campus and level. This excludes a one-time registration fee, books and resources, learning resource fee, uniform, field trips, Chromebooks and laptops, external exams, ESL, and other services. Application steps include providing copies of school records for the past two years, birth certificate, copies of ID (student and parents) or passports, and (for international students) KITAS; filling out the online application form; and, after review and approval, enrollment is confirmed.

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Surabaya Intercultural School

Instructs in English

Ages 1 - 18 years

Pupils 350

Type Co-educational

Surabaya Intercultural School serves students aged 1 to 18, delivering an international curriculum across divisions. Elementary offers the IB Primary Years Programme with English as the language of instruction, while Bahasa Indonesia, art, music, physical education, swimming and technology are taught in an inquiry-based framework. Middle School (6–8) follows United States standards, uses Understanding by Design, and maintains a 1:1 laptop program with Google Classroom. Core courses are English, social studies, math and science; specialist courses include physical education, technology, foreign language, speech and debate, art, music and drama. High School (9–12) provides a liberal arts education with Advanced Placement, including an AP Capstone Diploma; electives include music, art and drama. World languages offered: French, Bahasa Indonesia, and Mandarin; an advisory program supports students. SIS is a WASC-accredited IB World School and Apple Distinguished School. The campus features laboratories, gym, Olympic-size pool, art rooms, ceramics room, and ample green space.

Location

The school is located in Citraland, Surabaya. Campus address: Citra Raya, Lakarsantri, Tromol Pos 2/SBDK, Surabaya 60225, Indonesia. The campus is described as nestled in the heart of Citraland.

Stages

Playgroup; Elementary (KG - Gr. 5); Middle School (Gr. 6 - Gr. 8); High School (Gr. 9 - Gr. 12).

Pupil Nationality Mix

Students come from over 25 nationalities.

Additional learning support

The school has Student Support specialists to assist students in their understanding.

Curriculum

Elementary School (KG - Gr. 5): SIS is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) with English as the language of instruction; Bahasa Indonesia, art, music, physical education, swimming, and technology are taught within an inquiry-based framework. Middle School (Gr. 6 - Gr. 8): Curriculum is based on United States standards; teachers use the Understanding by Design framework, with a 1:1 laptop program and Google Classroom for all classes; core courses are English, social studies, math, and science, and specialist courses include physical education, technology, foreign language, speech and debate, art, music, and drama. High School (Gr. 9 - Gr. 12): A US-standards liberal arts education with the Advanced Placement Program; SIS offers AP courses including an AP Capstone Diploma; electives include music, art, and drama; world languages available are French, Bahasa Indonesia, and Mandarin; there is an advisory program to support students.

Student Teacher Ratio

Class sizes are typically 10 students.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates have gained acceptance to universities around the world, including Ateneo de Manila University (Philippines), City University of Hong Kong, Ewha Womans University (South Korea), Hanyang University (South Korea), New York University, Boston University, University of Melbourne, Cardiff University, Bocconi University, and more.

Gifted and Talented

Identifies students of exceptional ability and provides support through the Student Services Team, including English Language Learning (ELL) support, accommodations, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), progress assessments, and counseling.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Student Services Team provides a planned program responsive to students' academic, social, personal and developmental needs. The guidance counselor supports students' academic growth and personal development and assists high school students with university entrance preparation, document completion, and university visits. The SST monitors progress to stimulate, challenge and reinforce learning and to safeguard the privacy of students and their families through prudent record‑keeping and communication practices. The team collaborates with teachers to support social and emotional development across the school.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The Student Services Team comprises school administrators, counselors, learning specialists and English Language Learning (ELL) specialists. SIS provides support for students with mild learning difficulties, including classroom accommodations and interventions, and uses differentiated instruction. It creates various support plans including Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and assists parents with testing arrangements and progress assessments, as well as providing recommendations for external assessments. English Language Learning (ELL) support is provided as part of SST services.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English Language Learning (ELL) support is a priority. SIS uses a sheltered immersion model in which all instruction is in English and students are expected to meet grade-level standards. Teachers co‑plan and co‑teach with the ELL specialists, employing scaffolded strategies to develop reading, writing, speaking and listening, with ongoing assessment and lesson differentiation.

Mental Wellbeing

Counseling services are provided by a guidance counselor as part of the Student Services Team, offering a planned program responsive to students' academic, social, personal and developmental needs. The counselor assists students with university preparation, documentation, meetings and visits, and develops personalized plans to support well-being and success.

Safeguarding

The school endorses the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and is dedicated to providing a safe environment. Staff must identify and report suspected child abuse or neglect, with training and policy-based procedures, and cases may be reported to appropriate authorities or consulates as needed. The policy is distributed annually to parents and students and the school maintains safeguarding as a priority in its operations.

Admissions

1. Inquire. Read the Admissions Requirements and review the Fee Schedule. Browse the SIS site and contact the Admissions Office if you have questions. Admission depends on meeting entrance requirements and submission of all previous school records; incomplete records or undisclosed information may delay or deny enrollment. Age-based eligibility for Early Childhood and Elementary programs applies, and students without proficiency in academic English will not be admitted to Grades 9-12.

2. Express your interest. Complete and submit the Preliminary Interest Form. You will receive an automatically generated confirmation email. The Admissions Office will contact you within a few days to follow up on your enquiry, though response times may vary during school or public holidays.

3. Tour the school. Tours can be arranged through the Admissions Office and are recommended early in the application process to familiarize yourself with the campus and to meet teachers and student peers. The tour helps you become familiar with the environment and provides an opportunity to ask questions in person.

4. Provide application documents. Complete the Application for Admission form, the Student Background Information form, and the Health and Emergency Contact form. Submit these forms together with the documents outlined in the Checklist of Admissions Requirements. Submitting these documents ensures SIS has the information needed to assess the applicant.

5. Pay the fees. Pay the application fee to the school at the time of submission; the fee is non-transferable and non-refundable. If your application is successful, before the student enters SIS pay the annual tuition fees, the enrollment fee, and the building fund fee; payment is in Indonesia Rupiah (IDR) and made via bank transfer.

6. Post-acceptance assessments and placement. Upon acceptance to SIS, students will be asked to undertake a reading assessment and will be tested for English language proficiency; these assessments help determine placement and may influence final grade placement and learning assistance programs.

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Curriculum

Student Teacher Ratio

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English as an Additional Language (EAL)

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