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HighScope Indonesia

Indonesia, Jakarta

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Indonesian
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 3206
Type Co-educational
Opened 1996
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Indonesian
Typical class size 12
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

HighScope Indonesia is an SPK school that blends the Indonesian National Curriculum with a U.S.-based framework for students aged 1 to 18. The school follows HighScope Curriculum from Early Childhood through High School, using Plan-Do-Review and dual-language model in English and Indonesian. The Elementary program adds STEAM, MAGIC and project-based learning, while Middle School emphasizes MAGIC and SDGs within a cluster system. High School operates on a credit system with three majors—Math & Science; Business & Information Technology; and Technical and Performing Arts—and offers an Advanced Placement program with 11 AP courses. A University Preparatory Program supports college planning, with graduates admitted to universities in 18 countries, including NYU, Groningen, UNSW, Melbourne, and UI. The TB Simatupang campus includes sport facilities, Blackbox Theater, ICT and Science Labs, a Library, and arts and student spaces. Extracurriculars include Extended Enrichment and community service, with a focus on 21st-century skills and ethical leadership.

Jl. TB Simatupang No.8, RT.1/RW.2, Cilandak Bar., Kec. Cilandak, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12430, Indonesia

The Essentials

HighScope Indonesia has 3,206 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English, Indonesian.

Location
HighScope Indonesia operates a network of campuses across Jakarta and other Indonesian cities, including SHI TB Simatupang (Cilandak, Jakarta) and campuses in Kuningan, Bintaro, Alfa Indah, Kelapa Gading, Pluit, Rancamaya, Palembang, Medan, Bandung, Bali, Denpasar, Bengkulu, Bekasi, and Duren Tiga. The main address is Jl. TB. Simatupang No. 8, Cilandak Barat, Jakarta 12430.

Stages
Early Childhood Program; Elementary Program; Middle School Program; High School Program

Type
SPK school integrating the National Curriculum with a U.S.-Based Curriculum

Country affiliation
Indonesia; SPK framework integrating the Indonesian National Curriculum with a U.S.-based curriculum

Religious affiliation
Religious education is compulsory, with Islam, Protestant, Catholic, Hindu, and Buddhist taught

School day structure
Wednesday is dedicated to Learner Initiated Activities (Making Good Choices)
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
HighScope Indonesia Institute governs the HighScope Indonesia network. It was established in 2000 to promote the HighScope approach nationwide and oversees teacher development, training quality assurance, site support, and curriculum development for SD, SMP, and SMA. The HighScope Indonesia network comprises 15 schools.
Fees
Application & registration fees (what you will pay to start the admissions process)

- Application form / observation fee: ranges by campus and programme. Examples: Rp 250,000–Rp 1,000,000 for Early Childhood/ECEP application forms or observation fees; Rp 300,000–Rp 500,000 for Elementary / Middle School application or class-observation fees.

- Deposit to secure a place (paid when applying): commonly between Rp 2,000,000 and Rp 5,000,000 depending on campus and programme. The deposit is deducted from the full enrollment fee if the student is accepted.

Enrollment (capital / admission) fees and tuition — key published examples by campus and year group

Note: amounts are shown in Indonesian rupiah (Rp) as published for school branches. The tuition column gives the published frequency (per term or per month) as shown for each programme.

- SHI TB Simatupang (examples for Academic Year 2025/2026 where published):
- Early Childhood (Toddler to Kindergarten, 18 months–6 y/o): Enrollment Fee Rp 40,000,000; Tuition: Toddler–Pre-K Rp 11,500,000 per term; Grade K Rp 7,100,000 per term.
- Elementary (Grades 1–6): Enrollment Fee Rp 80,000,000; Tuition: Grades 1–5 Rp 7,300,000 per month; Grade 6 Rp 7,500,000 per month.
- Middle School (Grades 7–9): Enrollment Fee Rp 75,000,000; Tuition Rp 7,700,000 per month (published as 2024/2025 for middle school image).
- High School (Grades 10–12): Enrollment Fee Rp 80,000,000; Tuition Rp 8,600,000 per month (published as 2024/2025 for high school image).

- SHI Bintaro (examples for Academic Year 2025/2026 where published):
- Early Childhood (Toddler–Kindergarten): Enrollment Fee: Toddler–K Rp 24,000,000; Preschool to K Rp 22,000,000; Pre-Kindy Rp 22,000,000. Tuition: Rp 8,400,000 per term.
- Elementary (Grades 1–6): Enrollment Fee Rp 73,000,000; Tuition: Grades K–5 Rp 5,150,000 per month; Grade 6 Rp 5,500,000 per month.
- Middle School (Grades 7–9): Enrollment Fee Rp 63,000,000; Tuition Rp 5,500,000 per month.

- SHI Kelapa Gading (examples for Academic Year 2025/2026 where published):
- Early Childhood (Toddler–Kindergarten): Enrollment Fee: Toddler–K Rp 24,000,000; Preschool to K Rp 22,000,000; Pre-Kindy Rp 18,000,000. Tuition: Rp 8,700,000 per term.
- Elementary (Grades 1–6): Enrollment Fee Rp 69,000,000; Tuition: Grades K–5 Rp 5,600,000 per month; Grade 6 Rp 5,900,000 per month.
- Middle School (Grades 7–9): Enrollment Fee Rp 62,000,000; Tuition Rp 5,900,000 per month.

(Other HighScope branches publish similar fee structures with campus-specific enrollment fees and tuition levels; published fee images on branch pages set the exact figures per campus and programme.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Frequency published by programme: Early Childhood tuition is shown and billed per term; Elementary, Middle and High School tuition is shown per month in published schedules for the listed campuses.

- Deposit handling: the deposit paid to secure a place is normally deducted from the full enrollment fee when a student is accepted. The deposit is refundable if the applicant is rejected based on the school's assessment/placement process; the deposit is non-refundable if parents cancel enrollment themselves. Similar refundable/non-refundable rules are stated for deposits across branches.

- Admissions/assessment fees (for interviews, psycho/placement tests or class observation) are charged separately and are usually non-refundable. Examples include Observation/Assessment fees of Rp 1,000,000–Rp 2,000,000 or class-observation/test fees of around Rp 500,000 at some campuses.

- Enrollment fee timing: once an offer is accepted, parents complete payment of the enrollment (admission) fee by bank transfer and submit proof to Finance as part of registration. Published phrasing across campuses requires payment of the enrollment fee to finalize acceptance.

Boarding / residential provision and fees

- No boarding or residential fees are listed in the published fee schedules for the network's day-school branches; published programme descriptions and fee pages cover Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle and High School day programmes without a boarding option.

Other costs and optional charges (examples that appear in published materials or are commonly noted)

- Application/observation/assessment fees (see above). These are one-off charges during admissions.

- Class-enrichment / extracurricular activities: a wide range of optional enrichment clubs and activities are listed for campuses; these programmes are typically charged separately when applicable (amounts and billing are campus-specific and not always published as a single price list).

- Uniforms, school books, learning materials, school trips, transport (school bus) and some supplementary programmes are not listed as fixed amounts on the published campus fee images; these items are additional costs that parents should expect but which are not shown as a standard line-item fee in the published enrollment/tuition images.

Refunds and cancellations (published practice examples)

- Deposit refund: the deposit is refundable only when the school itself rejects the applicant after assessment; if parents cancel after paying the deposit the deposit is usually non-refundable.

- General refund rules: several campus pages state that fees already paid become non-refundable if parents unilaterally cancel enrollment; assessment of refunds follows the campus' admissions and finance procedures. Specific refund percentages or prorating policies for tuition are not published in the campus fee images.

Fee payment options (how parents are shown to pay)

- Bank transfer is the commonly published method for deposits and enrollment fee payments; campuses instruct parents to transfer and submit proof of payment to the Finance & Accounting department. Some campuses reference payment via a virtual account provided by Finance for online admissions payments. Credit-card acceptance is not shown on the published fee images; parents are instructed to use bank transfer/virtual account in the published admissions steps.

Summary of gaps / notes for your database

- Published campus fee images give clear enrollment and tuition figures for each campus and programme (examples above). Uniform, specific uniform pricing, detailed transport (school bus) rates, explicit per-year billing calendars (exact invoice dates), any campus-specific discounts, and detailed prorated refund percentages for tuition are not presented as fixed numbers on the published fee images and campus pages. Where those details are required, they are handled by each campus' Finance & Admissions offices.

End of fee overview.
Academics

HighScope Indonesia teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
HighScope Indonesia follows the HighScope Curriculum across Early Childhood through High School, anchored in international standards, brain research, and active learning. In Early Childhood, eight content areas guide development: Approaches to learning, Social & emotional development, Physical development and health, Language, literacy & communication, Mathematics, Creative arts, Science & technology, and Social studies; learning uses the Plan-Do-Review sequence and English is the language of instruction. From Elementary to High School, the curriculum blends international standards with national content and operates a dual-language model with instruction in English and Indonesian. The Elementary program includes STEAM, Making Good Choices (MAGIC), multi-age classrooms, and project-based learning; the Middle School program emphasizes MAGIC and SDGs with a cluster system; the High School program uses a Credit System, three majors (Math & Science; Business & Information Technology; Technical and Performing Arts), and an Advanced Placement program with 11 AP courses. High School graduates have access to a University Preparatory Program with a college counselor and have been accepted at 290 universities across 18 countries, including institutions such as UI, ITB, UGM, NYU, Groningen, UNSW, Melbourne, Monash, and Newcastle; graduates also receive two diplomas: the High School diploma and a government certificate.

Student Teacher Ratio
Elementary & Middle School: 1:12.

Higher Education Progression
High School provides a University Preparatory Program with a college counselor to guide university research and admissions, and exposure to local and international universities. Alumni have been accepted at 290 universities across 18 countries, including UI, ITB, UGM, NYU, Groningen, UNSW, Melbourne, Monash, and Newcastle. The High School program also offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses (11 in total) to support college-level study and admissions.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
HighScope Indonesia emphasizes social‑emotional development through its Habits of Empowerment and Learner Outcomes. The Habits of Empowerment include Respect myself, Listen with my heart and mind, Optimize my potential and do my best, Take charge and be accountable, Be truthful, Be curious and find solutions, Think, act, and reflect, and Team up for better results. Learner Outcomes focus on 21st‑century skills such as Social Problem Solving, Adaptability and Agility, Meta‑level Reflection, Ethical Leadership, Expert Thinking, Communication, Creativity and Innovation, and Collaboration. These elements guide learning across classrooms and community projects to develop capable, responsible, and collaborative learners.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
From Elementary through High School, the program uses a dual‑language approach with English and Indonesian as languages of instruction. In Elementary and Middle School, several subjects are delivered in English while Indonesian Language, Religion, and Social Studies are delivered in Indonesian, with a Language of the Day program alternating between English and Indonesian for social interactions. In Early Childhood, the language used is English. New students may access Afternoon English Program (AEP) if language support is needed.

Mental Wellbeing
The curriculum includes Physical & Mental Well‑being as a listed subject in Elementary and Middle School programs, supporting holistic development alongside academic learning. The program emphasizes social and emotional growth through activities like Making Good Choices (MAGIC) and project-based learning that foster self‑regulated leadership, collaboration, and resilience. The overall approach integrates social, emotional, and cognitive development through classroom routines, interactions, and community activities.

Safeguarding
The Child Protection Policy establishes a zero‑tolerance approach to child abuse and guarantees a safe and secure environment for learners. The policy protects children's rights and best interests, educates them on personal safety, and integrates safeguarding into all aspects of school life, aligning with national and international child‑protection guidelines.
Parent Experience

History
HighScope Indonesia is part of the global HighScope movement, which began with the Perry Preschool Study led by David Weikart in 1962. The Indonesian chapter started in 1996 with eight students in Pondok Indah. It has grown to 3,206 students across 15 school networks, with 1,196 teachers trained, 710 HighScope graduates, and graduates admitted to 292 universities across 18 countries. HighScope Indonesia Institute promotes nationwide adoption through teacher development programs, quality training, site services, training materials, and curriculum development for elementary through high school. The establishment of HighScope Indonesia in 2000 aimed to balance academics with character education and expand the HighScope approach across the country.

Community
HighScope Indonesia Alfa Indah hosted the Family Fun Run 2025 on September 20, 2025 at the North Plaza of Gelora Bung Karno. Hundreds of participants from the SHI Alfa Indah community joined in a casual, inclusive event designed to celebrate togetherness, health, and family learning beyond the classroom. The event featured student performances and alumni presence, emphasizing the values of active learning, collaboration, and democratic participation. Redea Institute supported the event, and SHIPA, the HighScope Indonesia Parents Association, played a leadership role in engaging families and strengthening school–family partnerships.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
SHIPA is the HighScope Indonesia Parents Association for Sekolah HighScope Indonesia Alfa Indah. The Head of SHIPA for Alfa Indah is Ibu Sandra Dewi Rosida. SHIPA leads parent involvement in school life and supports community events, helping to strengthen the school–family partnership. The association works alongside the school to provide opportunities for parents to engage in learning experiences and to collaborate with teachers and school leaders.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
HighScope TB Simatupang offers a broad range of facilities to support learning and student life. The campus includes spaces for sport, arts, science and technology such as a 3-on-3 basketball court, basketball court, indoor basketball court, soccer field, track field, indoor swimming pool, and a Gym Room. It also provides performing arts and creative spaces including a Blackbox Theater, Greybox, and a Music Room, along with an ICT Lab, Science Lab, and Library. Additional student life spaces include a Multi-Purpose Hall, a Clinic, an Indoor Playground, an Outdoor Playground, a Water Play area, and Sensory Rooms.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities include both indoor and outdoor spaces. There is a 3-On-3 Basketball court, a Basketball Court, and an Indoor Basketball Court. Outdoor facilities include a Soccer Field and a Track Field, with a Padded Gym for physical education. An Indoor Swimming Pool supports swimming activities, and a Gym Room complements PE classes.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include an ICT Lab and a Science Lab to support technology and science learning. It houses a Library for study and research, and flexible spaces such as a Blackbox Theater and Greybox for arts-integrated learning. A Multi-Purpose Hall supports classroom activities and events, while a Lobby and Clinic serve daily student needs. Together, these spaces support hands-on, interdisciplinary learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extended Enrichment is provided for Elementary students. School Events include Assembly Day, Independence Day celebrations, Sport Day, and Field Trips. The page presents these events with images illustrating activities. Field Trips are part of the events program.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Learner Outcomes prepare students with 21st-century skills, including social problem solving, adaptability and agility, meta-level reflection, ethical leadership, expert thinking, communication, creativity and innovation, and collaboration. These outcomes guide learning across HighScope Indonesia's programs. Students develop problem-solving and collaborative abilities through inquiry and project-based activities. Ethical leadership and communication are integrated with creativity and innovation to prepare students for future challenges.

Social & Hobbies
Students work in multi-age classrooms and collaborate on group projects. Social Problem Solving is taught early to help students resolve conflicts and work with others. Plan-Do-Review supports hands-on experiments and project-based learning. These experiences foster teamwork and practical communication skills.

Community & Service
Community Work Experience includes activities such as helping out at a local kindergarten in Bandung. The refurbished school building created a more pleasant and exciting environment.

Leadership & Professional
Core Values are Respect, Responsibility, Excellence, and Integrity, embedded in school culture to guide character development. The Habits of Empowerment include taking charge and being accountable, listening with heart and mind, and being truthful. Students are encouraged to think, act, reflect, and team up for better results. Learner Outcomes emphasize ethical leadership, expert thinking, and collaboration to build leadership and professional skills.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language used in the Early Childhood program. From Elementary through High School, the language of instruction is English and Indonesian, with a dual-language structure. Indonesian is taught as a core subject (Bahasa Indonesia) alongside English, and a Language of the Day program alternates languages during social interactions.

Bilingual Teaching
Yes. HighScope Indonesia operates a dual-language program with English and Indonesian as languages of instruction. This program runs from Elementary through High School. In academic contexts, some subjects are delivered in English while others are delivered in Indonesian; in social contexts, Indonesian and English are used via a Language of the Day schedule.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
WASC accreditation for the TB Simatupang campus; multiple campuses hold government accreditation (A or DISAMAKAN) per the Elementary and Middle School FAQs.
Admissions

Admissions
General Admissions Process for Early Childhood Education Program & Elementary Program: 1. Fill in the Prospective Student Form via link. The admissions team will inform you by email or WhatsApp with registration details and next steps. Ensure your contact information is accurate so you receive the correct instructions. The team will guide you through the remaining steps after submission. 2. Send the proof of payment for the Admissions Form & Deposit. After that, the Admissions Form will be made available for you. Follow the on-screen prompts to access the form. If there is an issue with payment, you will be contacted. 3. Complete the Admissions form and all the necessary supporting documents (please refer to the document checklist). Prepare and submit the form along with all required documents to avoid delays. 4. We will schedule the interview & observation stage of the admissions process with you. The interview & observation is conducted with the school psychologist. 5. You will then receive admission results. In case of rejection, you will be given a Refund Deposit Form. You will be notified of the decision and provided instructions for any applicable refunds. 6. Parents of accepted students will receive a financial commitment letter. After signing the letter you may pay the Enrollment Fee and send the proof of payment to the Finance Department. The Finance team will confirm receipt of payment and finalize enrollment. 7. Welcome to the HighScope Indonesia family! Middle School Program & High School Program: 1. Fill in the Prospective Student Form via link. We will inform you about the details about registration procedures via email / WhatsApp. 2. Send the proof of payment for the Admissions Form & Deposit. After that, the Admissions Form will be made available for you. 3. Complete the Admissions form and all the necessary supporting documents (please refer to the document checklist). 4. We will contact you to schedule the interview and Basic Competency Tests. 5. The interview stage with prospective parents and students is conducted with the school psychologist. While the Admissions team supervises the prospective students during the Basic Competency Test. 6. You will then receive admission results. In case of rejection, parents will be given a Refund Deposit Form. 7. Parents of accepted students will receive a financial commitment letter. After signing the letter you may pay the Enrollment Fee and send the proof of payment to the Finance Department. 8. Welcome to the HighScope Indonesia family!
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