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Cita Hati Christian School East Campus

Indonesia, Surabaya

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Indonesian, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 1994
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages English, Indonesian, Mandarin
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Cita Hati Christian School East Campus is a Christian IB Continuum school in Java, Indonesia. It offers an integrated program, delivering IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme, alongside Cambridge Primary and Cambridge IGCSE curricula. This combination supports a globally aware education within a faith-based environment. East Campus features modern classrooms, science and computer laboratories, libraries, and language enhancement spaces, plus dedicated art, design, music, and theatre facilities. Sports and a multi-purpose hall support physical education and teams. The school emphasizes character development through its Christian values, independent inquiry in Diploma Programme, and community service projects. Cambridge Certification at the East Campus since 2010 connects learners to international assessment standards. The school uses English as a core language of instruction and exposes students to perspectives through Cambridge, English-language study, and IB inquiry. The campus is part of the Buah Hati and Cita Hati network, supporting faith-based education.

Jl. Raya Laguna KJW Putih Tambak No.26-30, Kejawaan Putih Tamba, Kec. Mulyorejo, Surabaya, Jawa Timur 60112, Indonesia

The Essentials

Cita Hati Christian School East Campus has instruction in Indonesian, English.

Location
Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia. East Campus locations: Pre-school & Kindergarten on Jl. Dharmahusada no 183–185, Surabaya 60285; Elementary on Jl. Kejawan Putih Barat 26, Pakuwon City (Laguna Indah), Surabaya 60112; Junior & Senior High on Jl. Kejawan Putih Barat 28–30, Pakuwon City (Laguna Indah), Surabaya 60112.

Stages
Pre-school & Kindergarten; Elementary School; Junior & Senior High School (East Campus).

Type
Private Christian; IB Continuum School (PYP, MYP, DP).

Country affiliation
Indonesia

Religious affiliation
Christian
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a dress code and requires students to wear the school uniform.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by Yayasan Pendidikan Kristen Buah Hati, a Christian foundation that owns Buah Hati and Cita Hati Schools in Surabaya.
Fees
Application fees
- Application / registration fee: Not publicly published for Cita Hati Christian School — East Campus for the 2026/27 academic year. Parents must complete and submit the registration form as part of the application process.

Initial / one‑time fees (building, development, enrollment deposit)
- Building / development fee (uang pangkal / biaya pembangunan): A non‑zero Building Fee is required; to secure a place the school requires an initial payment of at least 30% of the Building Fee at the time of enrolment. The full Building Fee amount is not published online for the East Campus for 2026/27.

Tuition fees by school level and year (per term / per year breakdown)
- Published per‑year or per‑term tuition amounts for each year group at Cita Hati — East Campus (PYP/Primary, MYP/Lower Secondary, DP/Senior Secondary) are not publicly available for the 2026/27 academic year. No document on the public admission pages discloses per‑term or per‑year SPP (tuition) figures for specific grade levels. Families are required to register and progress through the admissions steps (including the Building Fee deposit) before tuition billing details are finalised.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Initial securing payment: at least 30% of the Building Fee must be transferred to secure enrollment.
- Remaining payment schedule (timing of payment for the balance of the Building Fee, tuition instalments, termly or monthly billing cycles, and due dates) is not publicly published for the East Campus on the school's admission pages. The school's admission process states that remaining administrative requirements and documents must be completed to finalise enrollment; specific billing dates and instalment options are provided during enrollment.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed among campus facilities for Cita Hati East Campus; there is no published boarding program or boarding fee schedule for the East Campus. The school's public materials describe day‑school facilities (classrooms, labs, library, sports) without reference to student residential facilities.

Other compulsory and optional costs
- Uniforms: A uniform requirement exists at the school but the cost for uniforms is not published for the East Campus 2026/27.
- School activity / extracurricular fees: The school runs a variety of co‑curricular activities; specific activity fees or annual activity fund amounts are not published for East Campus.
- Books and learning materials: Textbook and stationery cost responsibilities and whether these are charged separately are not published.
- Meals / canteen: Information about cafeteria or meal plans and associated costs is not published for East Campus.
- Transport: Costs for school transport (if available) are not published on the East Campus admission materials.
(All of the above categories are standard fee categories at Indonesian private schools; specific amounts for Cita Hati — East Campus are not publicly posted for 2026/27.)

Refund information
- No publicly published refund policy for application fees, Building Fee deposits, tuition, or other payments was found for Cita Hati East Campus for the 2026/27 academic year on the school's public admission pages. The admission procedure identifies an initial securing payment (30% of the Building Fee) and states that remaining administrative requirements must be completed to finalise enrollment; any refund terms would be stated in the formal enrollment agreement or invoice documents provided at the time of acceptance.

Fee payment options (methods accepted)
- The school's public admission pages do not publish a full list of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer details, in‑person cashier, credit card, online payment portals). The admission process and contact details are supplied to applicants during registration; the admission pages indicate an online registration portal and provide school contact details for administrative matters.

Summary and practical note
- The school's public admission materials for Cita Hati Christian School — East Campus state the admissions procedure and require an initial transfer of at least 30% of the Building Fee to secure a place, but do not publish a full, itemised fee schedule (application fee amount, Building Fee amount, tuition per grade or per term, billing calendar, uniforms, meals, transport, refund terms, or approved payment methods) for the 2026/27 academic year. For families preparing financial planning, the only concrete, published billing requirement in the admission documents is the minimum 30% Building Fee deposit to secure enrollment.
Academics

Cita Hati Christian School East Campus teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE.

Curriculum
IB Continuum with full authorization for PYP, MYP, and DP, plus Cambridge International Education (Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary).
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Rooted in Christian values, students are guided to live with faith, integrity, and compassion. Daily devotions, fellowship, and value-based learning strengthen their spiritual journey. Leadership programs and community service inspire students to care for others. Admissions emphasises growth academically, socially, and spiritually.
Parent Experience

History
The Buah Hati foundation opened its first Buah Hati School in 1990. Cita Hati was established in Manyar, Surabaya in 1994. Cita Hati Elementary School - East Campus was established in Laguna Indah (now Pakuwon City) between 2000 and 2003, while the Manyar Campus continued the Junior and Senior levels. In 2005, Cita Hati School became the first IB Diploma Programme school in East Indonesia for grades 11–12, and the Junior & Senior Schools moved to Pakuwon City. In 2008–2009, the West Surabaya campuses were opened (Citraland area) with Preschool and Elementary programs, and new facilities. In 2010, Cita Hati East Campus received Cambridge Assessment International Education certification. In 2015, the Senior School West Campus expanded to Pakuwon City. In 2019, a Samarinda campus was opened. In 2025, Cita Hati became the first Christian IB Continuum School in East Java with full authorization for PYP, MYP, and DP. Presently, Buah Hati & Cita Hati Schools continue to grow to serve diverse communities with faith-based education.

Community
Student Life includes Sports, Science, and Arts programs. The sports program, called the Cheetah Spirit, engages students to represent the school in various sports, with quality facilities, professional coaching, and opportunities to compete. Science education emphasizes hands-on projects and inquiry-based learning in modern laboratories. Arts programs nurture creativity and performance with opportunities to showcase student work.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Facilities at Cita Hati Christian School are designed to support holistic development. The campuses feature modern classrooms, fully-equipped science and computer labs, interactive play areas, and expansive libraries. There is language enhancement and dedicated spaces for art, design, music, and physical education. IT hubs and spaces such as art studios and theaters support learning across grade levels.

Sports Facilities
Multi-purpose hall and dedicated spaces for physical education.

Academic Facilities
Modern classrooms, fully-equipped science and computer laboratories, expansive libraries, and language-enhancement spaces support academic programs. Dedicated spaces for art, design, music, and theater complement learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Art Studio, Theater, and other performance spaces support extracurricular activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers an International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) grounded in strong character and Christian values, fostering curiosity, confidence, and a global perspective to prepare students to thrive in a complex world. The East Campus is Cambridge-certified (Cambridge Assessment International Education) since 2010, partnering to deliver a global standard of international education.

Arts & Creative
Art is a space for students to express themselves, explore their imagination, and celebrate creativity. From visual arts to performing arts, students are encouraged to discover their talents and develop confidence in sharing their work.

Cultural & Language
Cambridge curricula emphasise global perspectives and intercultural understanding, with English as a core subject. The Cambridge Primary Curriculum develops English, Mathematics, and Science for young learners, while the Cambridge Secondary Curriculum covers English Language and Literature, Mathematics, and Science, fostering collaboration, communication, and independent learning. The program also includes exposure to global perspectives and opportunities for inquiry and project work.

Social & Hobbies
Sports are a central part of student life, building discipline, teamwork, and resilience. Students represent the school in various sports as the ‘Cheetah Spirit,' with access to quality facilities, coaching, and competition opportunities. Arts activities provide spaces for visual and performing arts, nurturing creativity and confidence in presenting work.

Community & Service
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme core includes independent research and a project that often involves community service.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Cheetah Spirit emphasizes active, healthy living through sport, while arts and science activities foster confidence and well-being by providing stimulating and supportive contexts for personal growth.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages of instruction are English and Indonesian. The school operates as an IB Continuum School with PYP, MYP, and DP across campuses in East Java, including the East Campus (Laguna Indah / Pakuwon City Surabaya). The Pakuwon City Campus offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP). The East Campus previously received Cambridge Assessment International Education certification in 2010.
Admissions

Admissions
Begin Your Journey with Cita Hati. The admissions process is five steps. Step 1: Register. Purchase, complete, and submit the registration form. Registration is completed through the online portal online.bchati.sch.id. This starts the admissions process and signals the family's intent to enroll. Step 2: Secure Your Spot. Transfer at least 30% of the Building Fee to secure enrollment. The deposit reserves the child's place while the application is reviewed. Step 3: Attend Enrollment Observation. Your child will be scheduled for an Enrollment Observation by appointment only. Step 4: Receive the Admission Result. You will be notified of the results within one week after the observation. Step 5: Complete Enrollment. Settle the remaining administrative requirements and submit the required documents to finalize enrollment. Registration is available through the online portal linked above. The curriculum is International Baccalaureate (IB) from Elementary to Senior High, and programs include PYP, MYP, and DP.

Scholarships
Scholarships for Cita Hati Christian School East Campus are awarded through a process that includes document screening, a written test, and an interview. Scholarship recipients will receive financial support for three academic years (2024/2025 – 2026/2027) and will be evaluated annually. The recipients named for SMP Cita Hati Christian School East are Felicity Faith Sayogo (Cita Hati Elementary School), Chester Allan Cahyadi (Cita Hati Elementary School), and Matthew Rayner Wong (SD Santa Carmen Salles, Larantuka). School staff will contact parents to sign the scholarship agreement.
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