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Kingston School Medan

Indonesia, Bali

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Indonesian
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 4 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Indonesian
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Kingston School Medan is an SPK private school in Medan, Indonesia offering the International Primary Curriculum for Primary and the Cambridge curriculum for Secondary, with Cambridge IGCSE taken in Year 10. The school uses English as the language of instruction, with Mandarin taught from Pre-Nursery and Bahasa Indonesia taught from K-1. The curriculum emphasizes inquiry-based learning, encouraging students to think, analyse, ask questions and not rely on memorisation. The campus includes three science laboratories (Biology, Physics and Chemistry), an ICT room with over 80 computers, a library, air-conditioned, flexible classrooms, and a canteen served by a caterer. 24-hour on-site security and bus transport support families. After-school activities enrich the timetable, including field trips, the Cambridge Learner Awards, and Excalibur, the student publication. Cultural programs include Summer Camps focused on Chinese culture. A broad programme of sports and Creative Arts supports physical development and personal growth.

No.25/26, Kompleks Graha Metropolitan, Komplek Graha Metropolitan, Jl. Kapten Sumarsono Blok E, Kp. Lalang, Kec. Sunggal, Kabupaten Deli Serdang, Sumatera Utara 20124, Indonesia

The Essentials

Kingston School Medan has instruction in English, Indonesian.

Location
Kingston School Medan is located at Jl. Kapten Sumarsono, Graha Metropolitan, Blok E No. 25–26, Deli Serdang, Sumatera Utara 20124, Indonesia. The campus sits within the Graha Metropolitan complex in Medan. The school is in North Sumatra, Indonesia.

Stages
Preschool, Primary, and Secondary.

Type
SPK private school offering IPC for Primary and Cambridge for Secondary, with Cambridge IGCSE in Year 10.

Country affiliation
Indonesia

School day structure
School hours: Pre-Nursery 7:55–10:00; Nursery 7:55–11:00; K1–K2 7:55–12:00; Primary 1–6 7:55–2:45; Year 7–12 7:55–3:30. ECAs: K1–K2 every Wednesday, 12:00–12:30; Primary every Tuesday and Thursday, 14:45–15:30; Secondary every Friday, 14:45–15:30. Bimbingan (for P6, Y9 and Y12) every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 15:30–16:15.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has six kinds of uniform for the different stages of education. They are designed to be comfortable and unique, boasting of our school's strong identity.

Food Options
Canteen: Meals are not prepared on site, but brought in from a caterer and served in the Canteen. The space is airy and well maintained with an emphasis on daily thorough cleaning. A separate section with smaller tables and chairs is reserved for the younger children.
Fees
Application fees

- A registration (application) fee is required at the time of application; the school lists a registration fee as part of its admissions process but does not publish a fixed amount.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- The school does not publish a public fee schedule showing tuition amounts by year group or per term. No specific per-term or per-year tuition figures for Pre‑Nursery, Nursery, Kindergarten, Primary (Year 1–6) or Secondary (Year 7–12 / IGCSE / AS / A Level) are available in the school's public admissions or curriculum materials.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- A registration fee and subsequent administrative collections (for items such as books, uniform and schedule) are listed as part of the admissions process, but the school does not publish a detailed billing schedule, payment deadlines, term dates tied to payments, or standard payment terms. Parents should note that administrative collections are separate from tuition.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- No boarding accommodation or boarding fee is described among the school's facilities; Kingston School operates as a day school with on‑site facilities and school transport options. No boarding fees are published because boarding is not presented as an offered service.

Other costs and fees (uniform, transport, extras)

- Uniforms: The school maintains stock of regular uniforms (Pre‑school, Kindergarten and Primary) and supplies PE uniforms from the school office; secondary students are measured for tailor‑made uniforms. Uniform items and PE sets are available but specific prices are not published.

- Transport: In‑house and outsourced school bus services are available for pick‑up and drop‑off; the school describes transport provision but does not publish fares or route pricing.

- Administrative collections: Admissions materials list administrative collections (books, uniform, schedule, etc.) as separate charges; no itemised price list is published.

- Exam and external assessment fees: The school follows Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A Level and national examinations; specific exam registration or candidate fees are not published by the school.

Refund information

- No publicly available refund policy, refund schedule, or details of refundable versus non‑refundable fees are published in the admissions or FAQ material.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other methods)

- No published details identify which payment methods (bank transfer, credit card, cash, online payment gateway or instalment plans) are accepted. The school lists contact details for admissions and enquiries but does not publish a list of accepted payment channels.

Summary of available facts and gaps

- The school's public admissions information confirms that a registration fee and separate administrative charges exist and that uniforms and transport are charged items, but the school does not publish numeric tuition, term‑fee, boarding (not applicable), uniform price, transport fare, refund policy, or payment method details in its publicly available admissions, facilities, uniform, or FAQ pages. For direct, current fee amounts, billing schedule, refund rules and payment methods, contact the school using the published phone number or email.
Academics

Kingston School Medan teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers IPC for Primary and Cambridge curriculum for Secondary. The Cambridge IGCSE examination is taken by all students in Year 10. Indonesian citizens sit Ujian Akhir in Year 6 and Ujian Nasional in Year 9 and Year 12. International Primary Curriculum and Cambridge International Curriculum underpin teaching and learning. The school uses a tri-lingual approach, with English used throughout, Mandarin taught from Pre-Nursery, and Bahasa Indonesia taught from K-1. The curriculum emphasizes inquiry-based learning that encourages students to think, analyse, ask questions and not solely memorise.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates attend universities including Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in Singapore, Universitas Udayana in Bali, Georgia Tech in Atlanta, United States, and Southern Cross University in Sydney. This demonstrates progression to both international and Indonesian higher education institutions.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Kingston School Medan encourages students to be independent, inquiring learners who care for the rights of others and the environment. It provides a safe and supportive community to pursue both international and Indonesian curricula. The school develops well-rounded students intellectually, physically, emotionally, socially and morally, and aims to build healthy self-esteem and confidence. It prepares students to meet academic, personal and ethical challenges and to be responsible, caring individuals with clear values. The school fosters allegiance to each student's national and cultural heritage while promoting awareness and appreciation of cultural diversity in a global society.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school uses a tri-lingual approach with English as the language of instruction throughout Kingston. Mandarin is taught from Pre-Nursery and Bahasa Indonesia from K-1. Students graduate with grounding in three languages and are prepared for both international and local curricula.

Mental Wellbeing
The school aims to develop students emotionally, physically, socially and morally as part of a healthy, well-rounded education. It emphasises healthy self-esteem and confidence, supporting students to handle personal and ethical challenges as they learn and grow.

Safeguarding
The school provides a safe and supportive environment for students within a setting that combines international and Indonesian curricula and community involvement.
Parent Experience

History
Kingston School Medan is a SPK private school offering the International Primary Curriculum for Primary and Cambridge curriculum for Secondary. All students join the Cambridge IGCSE examination in Year 10. The school uses a tri-lingual approach with English as the language of instruction, Mandarin taught from Pre-Nursery, and Bahasa Indonesia taught from K-1. The motto is 'Learning for Life' and the school emphasizes inquiry-based learning.

Community
Kingston School Medan welcomes students from all cultures and backgrounds. We strive to encourage students to be independent, inquiring learners who care for and respect the rights of others and their environment.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Kingston School Medan has a canteen served by a caterer, with a separate area for younger children. Two Creative Activities rooms support music, drama and art, and the school provides three science laboratories for Biology, Physics and Chemistry. The library fosters reading and study, and outdoor basketball courts are used for PE and 7-a-side football; an indoor playground and outdoor playground support physical development. Classrooms are air-conditioned and adaptable, and an ICT room houses more than 80 computers; the campus has 24-hour security and bus transport options.

Sports Facilities
An outdoor basketball court is marked for basketball and 7-a-side football and is used for PE lessons and team practices. The court serves all students and supports PE lessons and training. There is an outdoor and indoor playground area for younger students, providing space for active play and physical development. The facilities support a broad sports program in daily PE classes and after-school activities.

Academic Facilities
Three purpose-built science laboratories—Biology, Physics and Chemistry—are used for lessons from Year 3 onwards. An ICT room with over 80 computers supports technology-enabled learning. Classrooms are air-conditioned and designed to be adaptable for different learning needs. The on-site library fosters reading and independent study as part of the learning routine.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Kingston School Medan offers a wide range of after-school activities that extend learning beyond the timetabled curriculum. The programme encourages balance by combining sport, creative activities, and personal development to foster leadership and teamwork. Activity options change each semester based on teacher and student interests. Remedial help in English, Mathematics, Bahasa Indonesia, and Mandarin is available, with Bimbingan in Years 6 and 9 to prepare for Indonesian national exams. Additional lessons beyond 14:45 support Cambridge syllabus completion and IGCSE preparation. Religious instruction is provided as required by the Indonesian Ministry of Education.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Field trips support classroom learning with real-world contexts. Activities include a Y4 field trip to OCBC Bank Medan, a Y11 field trip to Taman Edukasi Medan, a Y1 field trip to Pizza Hut Medan, a K2 field trip to Binjai, a Y5 field trip to Sekolah Alam, and a Y4 field trip to Dusun Kreatif. The school runs a Science Fair and Cambridge Learner Awards, and Excalibur is the student publication that highlights announcements, memories and events. Summer Camps offer international cultural experiences, including learning about Chinese culture with activities such as Chinese calligraphy, traditional Chinese knot and paper-cutting.

Arts & Creative
A Creative Activities Room hosts music, drama and art, with programs designed to expose students to Indonesian and international cultures. Excalibur News is a student publication for writing and journalism, highlighting announcements, memories and events. High Got Talent showcases student creativity.

Cultural & Language
Summer Camps include learning about Chinese culture in cooperation with organizations under the Chinese government, covering calligraphy, traditional Chinese knot and paper-cutting. Chinese New Year Events are part of Kingston School's cultural program. Mooncake Festival and other cultural celebrations are featured as part of the school's activities.

Social & Hobbies
Sports are a major focus, with an outdoor basketball court, a seven-a-side football court, and outdoor and indoor playgrounds for different age groups. Students participate in Sports Carnival and High Got Talent to showcase athletic and creative talents. Excalibur News and field trips provide social and experiential opportunities for collaboration and creative exploration.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Canteen provides meals and the Library fosters reading, with ICT rooms supporting digital learning. Outdoor and Indoor Playgrounds, a basketball/football court, and safe, well-equipped classrooms support physical activity. Security is provided with 24‑hour on-site security, and transport services include in-house and outsourced school buses.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction throughout Kingston. Mandarin is taught from Pre-Nursery. Bahasa Indonesia is taught from K-1. The tri-lingual language program runs across the curriculum.

Bilingual Teaching
Kingston School Medan uses a tri-lingual approach. English is the language of instruction throughout Kingston. Mandarin is taught from Pre-Nursery, and Bahasa Indonesia is taught from K-1.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Application Process: Applicants submit an application form with necessary documents, pay the registration fee, and undergo an interview and assessment. The interview and assessment are reviewed by the Admission Committee. Administrative collections (books, uniform, schedule, etc.) are completed. A trial class and school tour can be arranged upon request. 2. Admission Documents: photocopy of applicant's passport and two years of academic transcript (if any), photocopy of birth certificate, photocopy of parents' ID (KTP / passport / KITAS) and Family Card, and passport photos (3×4 two copies, 4×6 two copies). 3. Interviews: Interviews are conducted by the Principal and Head Teacher; if applicants are located abroad, interviews are conducted online. 4. Date of Birth Requirements: Kingston School complies with Indonesian Government regulations. View Requirements. In School Year 2020–2021, born in year maps to class as follows: 2018 Pre-Nursery; 2017 Nursery; 2016 Kindergarten 1; 2015 Kindergarten 2; 2014 Year 1; 2013 Year 2; 2012 Year 3; 2011 Year 4; 2010 Year 5; 2009 Year 6; 2008 Year 7; 2007 Year 8; 2006 Year 9 IGCSE +/or UN; 2005 Year 10 SMA I (students are not normally accepted into ICGSE as it is a 2-year course); 2004 Year 11 AS Level or SMA II; 2003 Year 12 A Level or SMA III. In School Year 2019–2020, born in year maps to class as follows: 2017 Pre-Nursery; 2016 Nursery; 2015 Kindergarten 1; 2014 Kindergarten 2; 2013 Year 1; 2012 Year 2; 2011 Year 3; 2010 Year 4; 2009 Year 5; 2008 Year 6; 2007 Year 7; 2006 Year 8; 2005 Year 9 IGCSE +/or UN; 2004 Year 10 SMA I (students are not normally accepted into ICGSE as it is a 2-year course); 2003 Year 11 AS Level or SMA II; 2002 Year 12 A Level or SMA III. 5. Admission Form: The form collects Student Details (Child's Full Name, Birth Date, Gender, Birth Place, Nationality, Religion, living with) and Year Level applying for (Pre-Nursery to Year 12 IGCSE +/or SMA III). It also collects Parent/Guardian Details (Full Name, Home Address, Cellular Phone Number, Email) and Languages spoken at home (English, Indonesian, Hokkien, Mandarin, Others). The page notes that Kingston School welcomes students from all cultures and backgrounds.
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