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BINUS School Bekasi

Indonesia, Bekasi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 4000
Type Co-educational
Opened 2016
Bus Service No
Part of
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Mandarin, Indonesian
Typical class size 8
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

BINUS School Bekasi is part of the BINA NUSANTARA group and sits on four hectares in the Vida Bekasi development. The school offers Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary along with an Indian Curriculum, delivering a pathway from Early Years to Upper Secondary. In Early Years, learning is inquiry-based and play-centered, with English reinforced and Mandarin supported. Primary weaves global and Indonesian knowledge to develop thinking, collaboration, and emotional intelligence, aligned with the Indonesian National Curriculum. Lower Secondary provides locally and internationally oriented subjects and supports aptitudes discovery with student-led coaching, preparing students for Cambridge assessments. Upper Secondary centers on Cambridge A Level and AS Level, with career counseling and a University Fair Day to assist university preparation. Facilities include air-conditioned classrooms, science, technology, and visual arts labs, performing arts studios, an Eco Science Garden, and a health clinic. Extracurriculars span sports, robotics, arts, service, with Pekan Budaya Nusantara highlighting culture in a global context.

This campus is part of BINUS School

Vida Bumiwedari, Jl. Saraswati No.1, RT.001/RW.010, Padurenan, Kec. Mustika Jaya, Kota Bks, Jawa Barat 17156, Indonesia

The Essentials

BINUS School Bekasi has 4,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 8, instruction in English.

Location

BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi is located at Jl. Saraswati No. 1, Vida Bumiwedari Bekasi 17156, Indonesia.

Stages

Early Years; Primary; Lower Secondary; Upper Secondary

School day structure

Weekdays: 08:00–16:00 WIB; Saturday: 08:00–12:00 WIB
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership

BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi is part of BINUS SCHOOL Education and draws on the resources of the BINA NUSANTARA (BINUS) group.
Academics

BINUS School Bekasi teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum

BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi offers a staged curriculum from Early Years to Upper Secondary. Early Years emphasizes inquiry-based, play-centered learning with English reinforced across the school and Mandarin supported. Primary integrates global and Indonesian learning innovations to develop thinking, collaboration, and emotional intelligence, while aligning with the Indonesian National Curriculum. Lower Secondary provides a broad range of locally and internationally oriented subjects and supports the discovery of aptitudes and higher-order thinking, with student-led coaching and preparation for Cambridge assessment. Upper Secondary centers on Cambridge A Level and AS Level, supports university preparation through career counseling and a University Fair Day, and includes ANBK preparation under the National Curriculum.

Exam Results

Examinations include Cambridge A Level and AS Level, described as rigorous and internationally recognized. The school reports excellent performance in Cambridge A Level examinations.

Higher Education Progression

Upper Secondary provides university guidance through career counseling and a University Fair Day that brings together top local and overseas universities.

Gifted and Talented

Tes Minat dan Bakat offers a talent assessment for ages 10-15. Talent scouting UI initiatives identify talents, and BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi participates in the BIM Summer Youth Programme at top universities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Social-emotional learning is embedded across BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi's guidance framework. The Career & University Guidance Programme prepares students academically and emotionally for the future and helps them become thoughtful decision-makers. Year 7 focuses on self-discovery and building friendships, with affective learning on emotional awareness and regulation. Year 8 emphasizes emotional resilience and navigating social influences, including respect and online ethics. In Upper Secondary, topics include mental health, stress regulation, healthy relationships, and making values-based choices, with guidance sessions and one-on-one counselling available throughout the school years. The school also describes care-led staff like guidance counsellors who provide 1-on-1 counselling, career exploration support, and home-school collaboration, all under the BINUS SPIRIT framework.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is the language of instruction across BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi, delivered by both local and international teachers. English language is reinforced throughout the school to support international standards in learning outcomes. From Early Years to Primary, the curriculum uses English in lessons and activities, guiding students to develop English-language competencies as part of their holistic education. The school emphasizes English-language practice across subjects to build confidence and communication skills for global engagement.

Mental Wellbeing

BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi prioritizes mental wellbeing through a comprehensive guidance framework. Guidance sessions include CARE classes that focus on well-being and emotional literacy, delivered across year groups by guidance counsellors. Students have access to one-on-one counselling for academic, emotional, and personal growth. The curriculum includes explicit mental health and wellbeing topics, such as bullying and addiction prevention, stress management, and healthy relationships. The school offers wellbeing initiatives such as the Let It Out Zone, a dedicated space to regulate emotions before exams, and emphasises home-school collaboration to support student welfare.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is addressed through the guidance programme, with modules on mental health, wellbeing, bullying prevention, online safety and healthy relationships to protect students. Guidance counsellors provide one-on-one counselling for academic, emotional, and personal development, and students participate in transition and wellbeing programmes across year groups. Lessons on emotional regulation and responsible decision-making contribute to a protective school culture aligned with BINUS SPIRIT values.
Parent Experience

History

BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi is part of the BINA NUSANTARA group, which began in 1981 and has established itself as a leader in education in Indonesia. Four decades later, the group continues to pursue quality education with a vision to foster and empower society in building and serving the nation. It emphasizes promoting Indonesian culture and values, both domestically and globally, and aims to carve milestones toward excellence. BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi is located on four hectares in the Vida Bekasi mixed-residential development, welcoming learners to a Home for Learning where they discover new horizons.

Community

BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi supports a BINUSIAN Community that includes a Student Council, a Parent-Support Group, Alumni Stories, and Sharing is Caring. The school highlights cultural and community events such as Pekan Budaya Nusantara 2025, celebrating Indonesia's diversity through traditional outfits, dances, and performances with students and parents participating. These activities reinforce the school's commitment to global and local perspectives and community involvement.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The school has a Parent-Support Group as part of BINUSIAN Community. The Parent-Support Group organizes events and activities such as Buka Puasa Bersama (25 March 2025), UN DAY Celebration (08 February 2025), Christmas Celebration (21 January 2025), Parent Sharing Session on Careers/Professions (17 October 2023), and Family Carnival Day (03 May 2023).
Facilities

Facilities Overview

BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi provides spacious, air-conditioned classrooms and a broad range of facilities to support learning. The school has performing arts studios for music and ballet, science laboratories, a technology laboratory, and a visual arts studio. Indoor and outdoor playgrounds are complemented by an Eco Science Garden and a health clinic on campus. These facilities support both academic work and enrichment activities for students.

Sports Facilities

The school has a swimming pool. The campus includes a basketball court. Indoor and outdoor playgrounds provide space for physical activity. These facilities support physical education and recreational activities.

Academic Facilities

Science laboratories are available for science instruction. A technology laboratory supports practical work in STEM. A visual arts studio is provided for creative projects. A Learning Resources Center offers study and research support. Classrooms are spacious and air-conditioned.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Extracurricular activities include sports, science, robotics, and mathematics. Arts programs include orchestra, band, ballet, and dance. The school provides performing arts studios for music and ballet. Additional co-curricular activities are offered beyond these.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

The school offers Cambridge International A Level and AS Level programmes as part of the Upper Secondary curriculum. A strong national curriculum underpins learning, with diagnostic tests and career counseling to guide subject choices and university applications. Students have opportunities to engage with higher education through events such as the University Fair Day. Faculty development is supported through professional recognition and competitions, including the Teaching in the 21st Century competition won by BINUS Bekasi teachers.

Arts & Creative

Pekan Budaya Nusantara is a cultural week featuring traditional dances, fashion shows, and art performances by students and parents. The event showcases dances from Java, Bali, Papua and includes student-led talent showcases. Cultural events cultivate creativity and collaboration across year groups and encourage artistic expression. The school positions culture as part of its research-based, globally connected approach to learning.

Cultural & Language

English is the language of instruction and Mandarin is encouraged as part of the language learning program. Pekan Budaya Nusantara exposes students to Indonesia's diverse heritage through dances, outfits and performances, strengthening Indonesian values alongside a global perspective. Community and cultural events help students appreciate diversity while engaging with local traditions. The school emphasises Indonesian culture within a global outlook.

Social & Hobbies

71% of students join non-academic activities, reflecting broad participation in school life beyond academics. Leadership is developed through opportunities to head the Student Council and other student organisations in Upper Secondary. The school also runs annual community service programs, providing hands-on involvement beyond the classroom. Cultural events and talent showcases offer additional avenues for social engagement and teamwork.

Community & Service

The school runs an Annual Community Service Program. Students lead service-learning projects as part of their upper secondary activities. Alumni contribute through mentoring sessions, panels, and talks to inspire community ties and real-world impact. Cultural events further strengthen community connection by bringing together students, parents, and teachers.

Leadership & Professional

Upper Secondary students have leadership roles in the Student Council and other student organisations. They head service-learning projects and serve as role models for younger students. Career guidance provides 1-on-1 counselling, university preparation support, and assistance with essays and interviews. Alumni share experiences to inspire mentoring, panel discussions and career planning.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

CARE Sessions focus on well-being and emotional literacy as part of the student's development. Guidance Counsellors deliver personalized support to academics, emotional growth and personal development, with a focus on overall wellbeing. The BINUS S.P.I.R.I.T. framework guides daily life, values and character development within the school. The school emphasises a strong home-school partnership to support student resilience and health.
Languages

Language Provision

The school uses English throughout the School. Chinese is introduced in Early Years and taught as an additional language. Chinese language education is delivered through immersive activities such as storytelling and cultural celebrations.

Bilingual Teaching

The school uses English language throughout the School; Mandarin is encouraged and practiced as part of learning.

Immersion Programs

Chinese language education employs immersive learning experiences, including storytelling, role-playing, crafts, and cultural celebrations.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Apply: Registration is First-Come-First-Served and closes when capacity is reached. Candidates are considered accepted when they have fulfilled all academic and administrative requirements, and payment confirmation has been received by Admissions. The registration fee is Rp 300,000 and is non-refundable. Online Admissions are available at binus.edu/admissions. 2. Admissions requirements by level: Age qualifications vary by level: EY1 must be 3 by 31 December 2025; EY2 4; EY3 5; Grade 1-5 must be 6-10 by 31 December 2025. Indonesian students must provide a recent photo, birth certificate, family card signed by Dukcapil, and both parents'/guardians' IDs. Expatriate students must provide a recent photo, birth certificate, passports for the child and parents, and KITAS. Additional documents include the candidate's progress report from the previous level showing Progress. 3. Placement assessments and enrolment: The Admissions Calendar shows placement assessments and interviews by appointment; results are announced within 7 working days; enrolment and school fees payment are due within 5 working days of the announcement. After acceptance, submit re-registration and complete supporting documents during the June–July window.

Scholarships

2. Scholarships are advertised during Open Days/Open House, including opportunities up to 100% and discounts such as 50% off registration fees. Open Days pages highlight scholarship opportunities and related consultations. 3. The BINUSIAN COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP is available, with an online submission form. 4. Scholarship Requirements exist for continuing and new students (Grade 7 & 8); Apply Now is available for scholarship consideration.
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