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Hillcrest School

Indonesia, Jayapura

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 146
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1987
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Indonesian, French, Korean, Spanish
Typical class size 5
Strengths Sport, Languages, Outdoor Education
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Hillcrest School is a Christian day school in Sentani, Papua, offering an American-based curriculum. The program follows U.S. standards and uses AERO for core subjects, integrating a Christian worldview. Bible is used in social studies and science; every student takes a Bible course each semester with weekly chapels. Instruction is in English, with Indonesian language included; ELL support and mother-tongue instruction offered when staff allow. Pre-1 to 5 are classroom-based; grades 6–12 are departmentalized, with offerings in English, math, science, social studies, and languages; French, Korean and Spanish offered when staffing permits. AP courses include AP English Language and Composition, AP European History, AP Calculus, AP Psychology, AP Statistics, and AP Precalculus. The campus has elementary and secondary facilities, a 29,000-item library, science and music labs, two computer labs, an art room, and athletic facilities. Outdoor Education provides two-week service trips; NHS, SLIC and Student Council offer leadership opportunities globally.

Jl. Sekolah Internasional No.1, Hinekombe, Kec. Sentani, Kabupaten Jayapura, Papua 99352, Indonesia

The Essentials

Hillcrest School has 146 pupils, typical class sizes of 5, instruction in English.

Location
Hillcrest School is located in Sentani near Jayapura, Papua, Indonesia. Address: Jl. Sekolah Internasional No.1, Hinekombe, Kec. Sentani, Kabupaten Jayapura, Papua 99352. The main campus sits on a plateau in the foothills of Mount Cyclops, overlooking Lake Sentani and the Sentani area, near the regional airport.

Stages
Hillcrest School is divided into Elementary, Middle School and High School, offering education from Pre-1st through 12th grade.

Type
The school is a private Christian school offering a college preparatory program, with College Board Advanced Placement courses available for high school students.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Pupil nationality mix includes students from Australia, Canada, Germany, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Netherlands, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, and the United States.

Additional learning support
AUXILIARY STUDIES PROGRAM: Special Education and English Language Development classes are offered as staff are available.

Country affiliation
United States (curriculum standards are based on U.S. standards).

Religious affiliation
Christian.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
On-campus housing is available for rent by Hillcrest staff. Units are one to three bedrooms with basic furnishings, appliances, kitchen equipment, and linens. All apartments have internet access. School maintenance personnel keep the apartments in working order. There are security personnel on duty around the entire campus 24 hours a day. When necessary, single teachers may be asked to share an apartment with another single of the same sex. Some staff opt to find their own housing in the community. The campus includes a dormitory.

Governance and Ownership
Hillcrest School is a private Christian school sponsored by the various Christian organizations working in Papua, Indonesia. Faculty members are recruited and remunerated by the school's sponsoring Christian organizations.
Fees
Application fees
- No publicly available, fixed application or registration fee amount is published for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic year. No definitive sum for an application or registration fee can be provided.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- Hillcrest School is listed as offering Pre-1 through Grade 12; however, a detailed fee schedule showing tuition by year group and by term (or annual totals) for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic year is not publicly available. Specific per-term and per-year tuition figures for each grade are not published and therefore cannot be stated here.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No published billing schedule, due-dates (for example: monthly, termly, or annual deadlines), installment plan details, or formal payment terms are publicly available for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic year.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The school does not operate student boarding accommodations. On-campus housing exists for staff (one- to three-bedroom rental units) and is offered to staff members for rent; there is no student boarding fee schedule to report.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, books, activities, transport, deposits, etc.)
- No published, itemised list of additional compulsory costs (uniforms, textbooks, activity fees, transport, capital or building fees, deposits, or exam fees) for 2026/27 or 2025/26 is available. No specific amounts for such items can be provided here.

Refund information
- No published policy text specifying refundable or non-refundable fees, refund deadlines, or pro‑rata refund rules for mid-year withdrawals for 2026/27 or 2025/26 is available.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other)
- No published list of accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, online payment portal, or cheque) for 2026/27 or 2025/26 is available.

Where to obtain official fee figures
- For direct, definitive tuition and fee figures (application, tuition by grade and term, billing schedule, any compulsory additional fees, refund rules, and accepted payment methods) contact the school administration by telephone at (0967) 591460 or +62 811-4810-180, or by email at his.director@hismk.org. These contact channels may be used to request the current official fee schedule and payment instructions.

Search note: a public, itemised fee schedule for Hillcrest School for the 2026/27 academic year (and for 2025/26 as a fallback) was not found in publicly available school information during the search. On-campus housing is described for staff only; no student boarding fees are published. Because no published fee amounts or formal financial policies were located, the specific numeric fee items requested (application fee amounts, tuition per term/by year group, billing dates, other compulsory charges, refund terms, and accepted payment methods) could not be supplied here.
Academics

Hillcrest School teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum
The school curriculum is based on U.S. curriculum standards, American Education Reaches Out, or AERO, for core subjects. Hillcrest adds a Christian worldview to the curriculum in all areas of the educational process. Bible is used as a textbook in social studies and science, and all students take at least one Bible class each semester and attend weekly chapels. Indonesian language, geography, and culture are included in the curriculum. When staffing allows, programs may include mother tongue instruction for non-native English speakers, English language learner support, tutoring for elementary students, and special education support. For grades Pre-1 through 5, the regular classroom teacher teaches most subjects; grades 6-12 are departmentalized; high school offers courses across English, mathematics, science, social studies, and foreign languages Bahasa Indonesia; French, Korean, and Spanish are offered when staffing permits, with AP courses such as AP English Language and Composition, AP European History, AP Calculus, AP Psychology, AP Statistics, and AP Precalculus available as staffing allows.

Student Teacher Ratio
Class sizes currently range from 5 to 17 students; the student ratio is approximately 1:5.

Exam Results
The NWEA MAP Growth standardized tests are given each semester to students in grades 1-8. PSAT 8/9 is given in October to students in grades 8-9, and the PSAT/NMSQT is given to students in grades 10-12. The SAT and ACT are offered each semester but are not required. Over 85% of Hillcrest students continue on to university upon graduation, and 95% of graduates are accepted into colleges around the world.

Higher Education Progression
Over 85% of HIS students continue on to university after graduation. 95% of graduates are accepted into colleges around the world. Alumni matriculate at universities such as the University of Michigan, Purdue University, Hofstra University, and the University of Melbourne. The College Matriculation 2020-2024 lists destinations across the United States, Australia, Europe, and Asia, reflecting a global university progression.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Love God: students develop an ongoing relationship with Christ and apply Biblical principles in daily life. Love Others: students display effective communication and conflict resolution skills, while demonstrating self-control and kindness in a multicultural environment. Learn: students develop healthy life skills for social, emotional, intellectual, physical, and spiritual growth, and pursue inquiry and academic skills through reading, writing, speaking, listening, and technology. Lead like Knights: students lead with integrity, honor, and respect, serving with their time and talents.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Special Education and English Language Development classes are offered as staff is available (Auxiliary Studies Program).

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Instruction is in English; English Language Development classes are offered as staff is available.

Mental Wellbeing
Healthy life skills emphasize social, emotional, intellectual, physical, and spiritual growth to support students' mental wellbeing.

Safeguarding
Hillcrest School protects children from harm and abuse and has staff trained to respond to safeguarding concerns; the school is a member of the Child Safety & Protection Network.
Parent Experience

History
The Hillcrest School began as Sentani International School (SIS) in 1958, established by the Christian and Missionary Alliance to educate children of C&MA workers. The Pos 7 hill campus once housed General Douglas MacArthur's staff during WWII, and SIS later included children from other missions. In 1987, as SIS students reached high school age, an inter-mission high school was established as Hillcrest International School (HIS). In 1991, SIS was reorganized as an inter-mission school, and in 1995 SIS and HIS were consolidated under a single Board of Directors. In 1999, the Pos 7 campus closed and the elementary/middle program moved to the high school site; in 2014 government regulation changes prompted changing the name to Hillcrest School.

Community
The school community offers a wide range of activities to help students become well-rounded and prepared for life after school. High school activities include Friday night games against area schools, Friday night meals, a Spiritual Emphasis Weekend, a Christmas Banquet, a Talent Show, Spirit Week, and Chapel. Elementary and middle school activities include weekly soccer, skate nights, a Fun Fair, Track and Field Day, Chapel, Spiritual Emphasis Week, and Missions Emphasis Week. Student life emphasizes togetherness, with students forming bonds that can last a lifetime.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Hillcrest School offers separate facilities for elementary, middle, and high school, designed to meet the needs of each age group. The campus is organized to provide a nurturing environment for academic and personal growth. The library houses over 29,000 items and includes quiet areas and collaborative spaces, with a catalog system and age-appropriate programming. Dedicated spaces include a science lab, a music room, a computer lab, and an art room, along with athletic facilities and a playground. The campus is located at Jl. Sekolah Internasional No.1, Hinekombe, Sentani, Papua 99352.

Sports Facilities
The outdoor soccer field is used for practices, games, and school events such as sports day. The indoor court is a central hub for basketball and volleyball and hosts a local school tournament annually. The futsal court provides space for futsal training and matches. A weight room supports strength and conditioning for students across teams.

Academic Facilities
The science lab is fully equipped for chemistry, biology, and physics with appropriate safety equipment. The music room houses pianos, guitars, and drums for student ensembles. There are two computer labs: one for elementary and middle school students, and another for high school students. The art room provides space and supplies for art projects with organized storage and tables.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Friday night games see high school teams compete against area schools in volleyball, indoor soccer, and basketball. Friday night meals are prepared and sold during the games. Talent Show, Spirit Week, Christmas Banquet, and Chapel are part of student life. Outdoor Education offers two-week service-learning trips to Papuan communities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Hillcrest follows U.S. curriculum standards and teaches in English. When staff are available, courses in grammar, writing, and history are offered in the mother tongue of non-native English-speaking students. The school offers College Board Advanced Placement courses in English Language and Composition, Calculus AB, Statistics, Pre-Calculus, and Comparative Government and Politics. The NWEA MAP Growth tests are administered for grades 1–8; PSAT 8/9 is given to grades 8–9 and PSAT/NMSQT to grades 10–12; SAT and ACT are offered each semester, but not required.

Arts & Creative
Facilities include a band room and dedicated drama and art classrooms. Extracurricular opportunities include music and clubs. The campus also supports arts-related activities through drama and visual arts spaces as part of student life.

Cultural & Language
Instruction is in English with courses in the mother tongue offered for non-native English speakers when staff are available. Papua's cultural experiences include field trips to observe coral reefs and local ecosystems, and an annual two‑week high school village stay to study different ways of life and help with community development. The school serves Indonesian and international students from multiple nationalities, reflecting a diverse community.

Social & Hobbies
Extracurricular opportunities include athletics, music, and clubs. Middle and high school sports teams include volleyball, basketball, futsal, and outdoor soccer. Clubs and other social activities are part of student life.

Community & Service
Students receive an award for each year they complete more than 30 hours of community service. Community service focuses on the wellbeing of the HIS, expatriate, and national communities and is voluntary with no remuneration.

Leadership & Professional
National Honor Society (NHS) membership recognizes scholarship, character, service and leadership. The Student Leadership Initiative Committee (SLIC) is a Grade 12 body that plans weekly chapels and regular spiritual emphasis events, and there is a Student Council for student-led activities. Alumni have matriculated to universities around the world, illustrating college-preparatory outcomes.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Athletic facilities support sports such as volleyball, basketball, futsal, and outdoor soccer. The campus includes a clinic and Physical Education/Health (P.E./Health) is part of graduation requirements.
Languages

Language Provision
Instruction is in English. Some courses are offered in the mother tongue (MT) of non-native English-speaking students when staff are available. A Foreign Language course is required (1/2 credit). English Language Development classes are offered through the Auxiliary Studies Program to support learners.

Bilingual Teaching
Instruction is in English; some courses are offered in the mother tongue (MT) of non-native English-speaking students when staff are available.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
WASC; SPK (Indonesian government cooperation status); East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS); Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI); National Honor Society (NHS).
Admissions

Admissions
Hillcrest School is a college preparatory, private Christian school in Papua, Indonesia. Enrollment is 146 students in grades Pre-1 through 12. The campus covers over 40 acres and includes a library, multiple indoor sports facilities, a dormitory, a band room, a clinic, computer and science labs, and arts spaces. The school has Elementary, Middle, and High School, and the year runs August to May. Courses follow U.S. curriculum standards and are taught in English; some grammar, writing, and history may be taught in the mother tongue when staff are available. The High School offers AP courses in English Language and Composition, Calculus AB, Statistics, Pre-Calculus, and Comparative Government and Politics. Graduation can be earned with a College Preparatory diploma, or General or Indonesian diplomas; 25 credits for General and 28 for College Prep. Core requirements include Bible, English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language, P.E./Health, Fine Arts, Computer, and Electives. Standardized tests include NWEA MAP Growth (grades 1–8); PSAT 8/9 (grades 8–9) and PSAT/NMSQT (grades 10–12); SAT and ACT offered each semester. Class sizes range 5–17; student–teacher ratio around 1:5. The student body represents multiple nationalities; over 85% go to university; 95% of graduates are accepted worldwide. About 30 teachers come from Canada, Indonesia, the Netherlands, South Korea, and the USA. Hillcrest is accredited by WASC, holds SPK status, and is a member of EARCOS, ACSI, and NHS.
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