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Bandung Independent School

Indonesia, Bandung

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees IDR 43,100,000 - 277,800,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 200
Type Co-educational
Opened 1972
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages Indonesian, Mandarin, French
Typical class size 14
Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Arts and Creative
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Bandung Independent School (BIS) is an International Baccalaureate continuum school for learners aged 2 to 18, offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme. Located on a 1.2‑hectare campus just north of Bandung's city center, BIS serves expatriate and local families and educates nearly 200 students. The school is operated by Yayasan Komunitas Belajar Internasional Bandung as a non‑profit, guided by a mission, vision and values developed with involvement from parent volunteers. BIS is the only IB Continuum school in Bandung. The Primary Years Programme is provided in Elementary with daily English and Mathematics and a focus on developing international-mindedness; the MYP was authorized in 2022. The Diploma Programme includes Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service. Facilities include a Performing Arts Center with a theatre, a 160‑seat English‑language library—the largest in Bandung—and spaces for Maker, culinary learning and science; plus outdoor play areas, sport facilities and science labs to support inquiry and hands‑on learning.

www.bisedu.or.id

Jl. Prof. drg. Soeria Soemantri No.61, Sukawarna, Kec. Sukajadi, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40164, Indonesia

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The Essentials

Bandung Independent School has 200 pupils, typical class sizes of 14, instruction in English.

Location
Jl. Prof. Drg. Surya Sumantri No. 61, Bandung, West Java 40164, Indonesia. The campus is five minutes by road from the Toll Gate Pasteur.

Stages
Nursery; IB Primary Years Programme - Early Childhood (PYP-EC); IB Primary Years Programme (PYP); IB Middle Years Programme (MYP); IB Diploma Programme (DP)

Type
International IB Continuum school operated by Yayasan Komunitas Belajar Internasional Bandung

Additional learning support
Academic Learning Support; Multi-lingual Learning Support; Social-Emotional Support; University Counseling
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Bandung Independent School ranges from IDR 43,100,000 to IDR 277,800,000 for 2026/27.

Bandung Independent School publishes Annual School Fees 2026/2027 in IDR. The school states that there are no application or registration fees at BIS. Payments, whether quarterly or annual, are non-refundable and must be received before registration.

Annual tuition fees by year level

Nursery, age 2–3, is IDR 43,100,000 annually. Nursery Extension is IDR 49,300,000. Early Childhood 1, age 3–4, is IDR 61,200,000. EC1 Extension is IDR 83,400,000. Early Childhood 2, age 4–5, is IDR 97,700,000. EC2 Extension is IDR 122,500,000. Early Childhood 3, age 5–6, is IDR 141,500,000. Primary, Grades 1–5, is IDR 180,600,000. Middle Years, Grades 6–8, is IDR 217,400,000. Middle Years, Grades 9–10, is IDR 260,500,000. Diploma, Grades 11–12, is IDR 277,800,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

The school lists quarterly or annual payment options. Non-refundable payment must be received before registration. BIS also offers sibling discounts calculated from tuition: first child no discount, second child 5%, and all subsequent children 10%.

Other costs

Facilities and Maintenance Fee is charged annually and is non-refundable: IDR 12,000,000 for EC1–EC2, IDR 24,000,000 for EC3, and IDR 24,000,000 for Grades 1–12. Grades 1–12 also pay a non-refundable Annual Technology Fee of IDR 10,000,000. Grade 1–5 tablet bundles cost approximately IDR 3,000,000–IDR 4,500,000. Outreach deposits are IDR 3,000,000 for Grade 5 and IDR 5,000,000 for Grades 6–11. Boarding and payment method options are not listed.
Academics

Bandung Independent School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
Bandung Independent School offers the International Baccalaureate continuum including the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme. The Primary Years Programme is provided in Elementary, with English and Mathematics studied daily and a focus on developing international-mindedness. BIS was authorized for the Middle Years Programme in 2022, making it an IB continuum school offering PYP, MYP and DP. The Diploma Programme is offered in the upper grades with DP core components Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Action and Service.

Student Teacher Ratio
8:1

Exam Results
Bandung Independent School provides the IB Diploma Programme and publishes DP results showing university admissions to top global universities. In 2021, admissions included the University of Melbourne, University of Sydney, University of Toronto, UC Berkeley, and UC Irvine, among others. In 2020, admissions included London South Bank University, ITB, Monash University, and additional institutions, illustrating a broad spectrum of destinations for BIS Diploma graduates.

Higher Education Progression
100% continue to top universities.
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Admissions

Admissions
Enter Early Childhood – Grade 1
1. Fill out the prospective data by clicking the Apply Now button. The Admission team will contact you to discuss next steps. Submit any available school reports if applicable. This begins the BIS admissions process.
2. Meet with the Principal. A meeting with the Principal discusses the candidate's background and BIS fit. The Principal answers questions and provides guidance on BIS programs. This meeting advances the enrollment process.
3. Scan and send available school reports (if any). The Admissions team reviews the documents submitted. Additional information may be requested as needed. Submitting reports supports the placement decision.
4. Schedule a trial day to experience a day in the life of BIS. The trial day allows observation of BIS routines and classroom practices. BIS staff observe interactions and gather impressions. The trial day informs placement considerations.
5. Meet with the Principal. The Principal reviews the information gathered during the admissions process. This meeting offers a final opportunity to discuss fit and address remaining questions. After the meeting, BIS communicates the placement timeline.
6. Placement results will be shared in approximately 3 days. BIS communicates placement outcomes within about three days. You will receive details on next steps after the results are shared. If placement is confirmed, enrollment proceeds.
7. Complete the admissions documents for enrollment. Submit the enrollment forms according to BIS guidelines. Ensure all required fields are completed and signatures obtained. Any missing documents will be requested.
8. Complete the payment. Make the required payment as instructed by BIS. Retain payment confirmations for your records. This payment finalizes the enrollment process.
9. Upload all documents into the Student Information System as informed by Admissions team. Upload the finalized documents into the BIS Student Information System as directed by the Admissions team. Verify that all documents are correctly uploaded. Confirmation of enrollment will be provided after upload.

Enter Grade 2 – Grade 5
1. Fill out the prospective data by clicking the Apply Now button. The Admission team will contact you to discuss next steps. Submit any available school reports if applicable. This begins the BIS admissions process.
2. The Admission team will contact you. They will guide you through the next steps of the process. You may receive instructions on what to prepare next. Communication will continue as the evaluation progresses.
3. Scan and send school reports from the past 3 years. The Admissions team reviews reports to assess prior academic history. Additional documents may be requested if needed. Submitting complete reports supports the placement decision.
4. Make an appointment for the placement test: Math and Reading. An appointment is arranged to assess mathematical and reading skills. Results guide initial placement decisions. You will be informed of next steps after testing.
5. Make an appointment for the WIDA screening if necessary. WIDA screening is conducted if required to assess language proficiency. The outcome informs language support needs and placement considerations. You will receive directions based on the screening results.
6. Schedule a trial day to experience a day in the life of BIS. The trial day provides exposure to BIS routines and classroom practices. BIS staff observe interactions and gather impressions. Trial outcomes inform placement decisions.
7. Meet with the Principal. The Principal reviews the gathered information and discusses fit and next steps. Questions and expectations can be addressed at this time. Enrollment decisions are clarified during this meeting.
8. Placement results will be shared in approximately 3 days. Placement decisions are communicated within about three days. You will receive details on enrollment steps following the result.
9. Complete the admissions documents for enrollment. Submit enrollment forms and required BIS documentation. Ensure accuracy and obtain necessary signatures. Any missing documents will be requested.
10. Complete the payment. Pay the required enrollment or program-related fees as instructed. Keep payment confirmations for your records. This payment finalizes the enrollment process.
11. Upload all documents into the Student Information System as informed by Admissions team. Upload all finalized documents into the BIS Student Information System as directed by the Admissions team. Verify that documents are accessible to BIS staff. Enrollment confirmation follows after the upload.

Enter Grade 6 – Grade 12
1. Fill out the prospective data by clicking the Apply Now button. The Admission team will contact you to discuss next steps. Submit any available school reports if applicable. This begins the BIS admissions process.
2. The Admission team will contact you. They will guide you through the next steps of the process. You may receive instructions on what to prepare next. Communication will continue as the evaluation progresses.
3. Scan and send school reports from the past 3 years. The Admissions team reviews reports to assess prior academic history. Additional documents may be requested if needed. Submitting complete reports supports the placement decision.
4. Make an appointment for the placement test: Math, Reading and Writing. An appointment is arranged to assess mathematical, reading and writing abilities. Results guide placement decisions and program recommendations. You will be informed of next steps after testing.
5. Make an appointment for the WIDA screening if necessary. WIDA screening is conducted if required to assess language proficiency. The outcome informs language support needs and placement considerations. You will receive directions based on the screening results.
6. Schedule a trial day to experience a day in the life of BIS. The trial day provides exposure to BIS routines and classroom practices. BIS staff observe interactions and gather impressions. Trial outcomes inform placement decisions.
7. Meet with the Principal. The Principal reviews the gathered information and discusses fit and next steps. Questions and expectations can be addressed at this time. Enrollment decisions are clarified during this meeting.
8. Placement results will be shared in approximately 3 days. Placement decisions are communicated within about three days. You will receive details on enrollment steps following the result.
9. Complete the admissions documents for enrollment. Submit enrollment forms and required BIS documentation. Ensure accuracy and obtain necessary signatures. Any missing documents will be requested.
10. Complete the payment. Pay the required enrollment or program-related fees as instructed. Keep payment confirmations for your records. This payment finalizes the enrollment process.
11. Upload all documents into the Student Information System as informed by Admissions team. Upload all finalized documents into the BIS Student Information System as directed by the Admissions team. Verify that documents are accessible to BIS staff. Enrollment confirmation follows after the upload.
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