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Manado Independent School

Indonesia, Manado

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Indian Curriculum
Taught languages Indonesian, Mandarin, German
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Manado Independent School (MIS), formerly Manado International School, is a private Christian international school serving Early Childhood through High in Kolongan, Minahasa, near Manado, Indonesia. It is the first and only Sulawesi international school licensed for all levels under SPK system. MIS is affiliated with Cambridge Assessment International Education and Oxford, and earned ASIC Premier Institution status in 2024, with BAN-S/M 'A' rating for all sections. The school offers Early Childhood, Elementary (Grades 1–6), Middle and High School. The Elementary curriculum blends Oxford ESL with a Cambridge Minor program; Cambridge English and Cambridge Math are part of the Cambridge Subject Group for Grades 1–6, while Grades 1–4 do not require Cambridge. Daily devotionals and a Chapel frame the day. Facilities include Computer, Science and Language Labs, a library, a media centre, a Music Hall and a playground, with supervised Wi‑Fi and safety policies. Extracurriculars include performing arts, clubs, and sports.

Jl. Walanda Maramis, Kolongan, Kec. Kalawat, Kabupaten Minahasa Utara, Sulawesi Utara 95371, Indonesia

The Essentials

Manado Independent School has instruction in English.

Location
Manado Independent School is located at Jl. Walanda Maramis, Kolongan, Kalawat District, North Minahasa Regency, North Sulawesi 95371, Indonesia. The campus is in Kolongan, North Sulawesi.

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

Type
International school licensed by the Indonesian Ministry of National Education with a collaborative system of education (SPK)

Country affiliation
Indonesia

Religious affiliation
Christian

School day structure
Grade 1–3: Monday–Wednesday 8:00 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.; Thursday–Friday 8:00 A.M. – 1:45 P.M. Grade 4–6: Monday–Wednesday 8:00 A.M. – 4:10 P.M.; Thursday–Friday 8:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. Everyday, a devotional is held in each homeroom and the day ends with a prayer.

Bus service
Transportation: The school provides buses and cars to pick up and drop off students, teachers and staff. Pickups occur at assigned points and buses depart on schedule. If a student is left behind, there may be another MIS bus with available seats. Students must follow bus rules and seating arrangements.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The MIS Residence Hall is for Grade 7 to 12 students who wish to live near the school. Residential suites are air‑conditioned and fully furnished, including beds, pillows, sheets, bed covers, lockers, and a study table with chair. The hall provides a medical clinic, meals, a full‑service cafeteria, internet access, round‑the‑clock electricity and security, laundry service, an entertainment room, and a guest room for visiting parents (maximum 2 nights). The dormitory operates under ABCs of dormitory rules, covering worship attendance, room cleanliness, courtesy, study periods, and related expectations.

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are available at the MIS store.

Food Options
The Cafeteria serves nutritious snacks and lunch; breakfast and dinner are provided for Residence Hall occupants daily. The Noshery opens 7:30 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Monday–Friday to offer food and drinks, which should be consumed in designated dining areas. English is spoken at all times in the dining areas.

Governance and Ownership
MIS is a private Christian institution operating under a collaborative system of education (SPK) with international partnerships; it holds BAN‑S/M national accreditation with an ‘A' rating and ASIC Premier Institution status.
Fees
Application / Registration
- A placement test (English, Mathematics and aptitude) is required and a placement-test fee must be paid at the school cashier.
- A registration fee and a Student Association fee are payable upon registration; these fees are nonrefundable and non-transferable.

Tuition fees (amounts by year group / per term)
- Specific numeric tuition amounts by year group and per term are not published in the school's publicly available fee materials. Parents must obtain the school's current fee schedule from the Finance Office or Admission Office.
- Tuition may be paid either in full for the year or by installment; an initial payment is required at registration. Late enrollees have specified down‑payment requirements (for example, 30% down payment on late enrollment; 70% of yearly tuition if enrolling in the second semester). Billing statements are prepared in the first week of each month and distributed to families.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing statements are produced in the first week of each month and include an official pre-numbered cash receipt, the date of payment, total balance and the balance due for the current month.
- Tuition and Residence Hall fees may be paid in full or by installment; the initial payment must be settled upon registration. Students who are not current on financial accounts may be suspended from class, and report cards/transcripts and examination permits will be withheld until outstanding fees are paid. Reminder letters are sent during the 2nd–4th weeks of the month for outstanding balances.
- Specific rules for late enrollees: 30% down payment on enrollment; if enrolling during the second semester (January latest) 70% of the yearly tuition must be paid upon registration; no discount for late enrollees.

Boarding / Residence Hall (where applicable)
- A Residence Hall is provided for Grade 7–12 students; use of the Residence Hall is optional. Parents are required to pay either the initial portion or the full Residence Hall fee at registration as part of the admissions process. Numeric boarding rates are not published in the publicly available materials and must be obtained from the Finance Office or Admission Office. Contact numbers for the Residence Hall offices are available through Admissions.

Other costs and typical additional charges
- Placement test fee (payable at the cashier). Uniforms: a school uniform set is provided after the initial payment is completed (show the payment slip to the inventory staff). Parents should expect additional costs such as books, stationery, ID/pass, special activity fees, extracurricular or varsity program fees, cafeteria/catering services, and occasional event or field‑trip charges. Summer/supplementary class fees and small administrative charges are listed in the student handbook as examples (for instance, summer-class credit fees and a small replacement fee for lost membership cards). Exact itemised amounts for these other costs must be obtained from Finance/Admissions.
- Example small charges published in school materials (illustrative only): summer-class credit fees are shown in the handbook (e.g., 2 credits Rp. 450,000; 3 credits Rp. 675,000) and replacement of a lost membership card is listed as Rp. 5,000. These are specific examples from the student handbook and do not represent the main tuition or boarding rates.

Refunds and withdrawal
- Registration and Student Association fees are explicitly nonrefundable and non-transferable. Other refund/withdrawal arrangements are managed through the Finance Office; formal withdrawal requires completion of a withdrawal/clearance form and settlement of all outstanding accounts before final clearance or release of original certificates. Numeric refund rules (if any) are not published in the publicly available materials and must be clarified with the Finance Office.

Fee payment options and bank details
- Payments can be made in Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) or in US Dollars (USD) based on the current exchange rate; the school instructs parents to confirm the current rate with the Finance Office prior to payment. Payments may be made to the school's designated bank accounts or in cash. The handbook lists the school bank accounts for common Indonesian banks and a USD account for international payments. Credit and debit cards with VISA or MASTERCARD logos are accepted. Families should provide a copy or fax of bank deposit forms or transfer slips to the Finance Office after payment so the account can be reconciled. (Bank account numbers and card acceptance details are published in the school's finance materials.)

Key administrative and contact details for fee queries
- The Finance Office and Admission Office handle fee schedules, current rates, and itemised breakdowns. Admission & Finance phone numbers and general contact channels are listed in school materials for direct enquiries. Parents seeking the precise, up‑to‑date numeric fee schedule for the 2026/27 (or 2025/26 if 2026/27 details are not yet available) must contact the school's Finance or Admission Office to receive the official itemised fee schedule and payment instructions.

Brief note on availability of numeric fee figures
- The school's publicly available admission and handbook materials clearly describe fee types, billing and payment procedures, currencies accepted, bank accounts and card acceptance, installment rules, the nonrefundable status of registration/Student Association fees, residence hall availability and billing practices. However, specific numeric tuition rates (per year group, per term) and boarding rates are not published in those public materials. Parents must request the current itemised fee schedule directly from the Finance Office or Admission Office for exact per-term and per-year figures.
Academics

Manado Independent School teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Indian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers Elementary School for Grades 1–6. The curriculum combines Oxford + English as a Second Language (ESL) with a Cambridge-based Minor program. The Cambridge Subject Group includes Cambridge English and Cambridge Math for Grades 1–6. Minor subjects include English (Vocabulary/Reading, Grammar/Writing, Conversation, Critical Reading, Creative Writing, Advanced Speaking and Listening), Mandarin, Bahasa Indonesia, Information Technology, Social Media, and Advanced Classes (Advanced Math, Advanced Math 2, Advanced Math 3, Advanced Math 4, Advanced Math 5, Advanced Math 6; Advanced Science, Advanced Science 2–6; Advanced Language 1–3; English Speech). The Cambridge program is not a prerequisite for Grades 1–4. Daily devotionals and a Chapel are part of the routine. Class Hours: Grades 1–3, Monday–Wednesday 8:00 AM–2:30 PM; Thursday–Friday 8:00 AM–1:45 PM. Grades 4–6, Monday–Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:10 PM; Thursday–Friday 8:00 AM–3:30 PM. Academic Levels include Early Childhood Program, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School.

Gifted and Talented
Advanced Classes are offered (Advanced Math, Advanced Science, Advanced Language, English Speech) as part of the Minor subjects.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides comprehensive mental, physical, social-emotional, and spiritual development as part of its mission. The goal is to help students develop emotional strength.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school develops English proficiency with listening, speaking, reading, and writing. English is used for communication in school settings, including in the cafeteria where English is encouraged at all times.

Mental Wellbeing
The mission emphasizes comprehensive mental development and emotional strength as core aims of student development.
Parent Experience

History
Manado Independent School (MIS), formerly Manado International School, is a private Christian institution serving students from Early Childhood through Senior High School. It is the first and only school in North Sulawesi granted an international school license and permit for all levels under a collaborative system of education (SPK) with overseas institutions. MIS is officially affiliated with Cambridge Assessment International Education and Oxford from the United Kingdom. In 2024 MIS earned international accreditation from the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC) as a Premier Institution, and all sections are nationally accredited by BAN-S/M with an 'A' rating. The name change to MIS followed Ministry of National Education Decree No. 31-2014 mandating SPK for international schools; MIS is located in Kolongan, North Minahasa, near Manado.

Community
MIS maintains a busy, activity-rich community reflected in its News section with musical and art exhibitions, science competitions, and cultural events. Recent events include The Melody of Color, the Rhythm of Line: MIS's 22nd Musical & 10th Art Exhibition (November 26–27, 2025); SMART SCIENCE UNIMA 2025; the 12th Annual Career Fest 2025; PAX CUP 2025; and BUNKASAI UNIMA 2025. Other community activities include a school retreat and participation in SPK Indonesia conventions.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Manado Independent School offers a range of academic and student facilities, including laboratories, a library, a media centre, a music hall, and a playground. MIS laboratories include the Computer Lab, Science Lab, and Language Lab, used under the supervision of teachers. The Library houses a diverse collection of textbooks, reference works, fiction, dictionaries, encyclopedias, magazines, clippings, audio materials and CDs, with a borrowing system for students, teachers and staff. The Media Centre contains three studios established during the COVID-19 pandemic to support teaching and collaboration. The Music Hall provides multiple instrument rooms and the Playground offers supervised outdoor space for safe play and activities.

Academic Facilities
Laboratories include the Computer Lab, Science Lab and Language Lab, used under teacher supervision. The Computer Lab operates with stated hours and is accessible to MIS faculty, staff and students with individual logins. The Library houses a diverse collection of resources and implements borrowing rules, membership cards, and fines for late returns or lost books. Library hours are Monday–Thursday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M., and Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M., with policies for borrowing and usage. The Wi‑Fi hotspot provides internet access for registered users under IT department oversight. The Science Laboratory enforces safety rules and requires teacher supervision for all experiments.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Music Hall includes Piano, Violin, Guitar, Band, Saxophone, Kointang, Angklung, Glee, Orchestra and Drum rooms for music programs; access is limited to teachers in charge and students during supervised sessions. Music Hall guidelines require ID badges and English to be spoken at all times, with entry restricted to supervised activities. The Media Centre houses three studios established during COVID-19 to foster education and connectivity. The Playground provides supervised outdoor space with safety rules, and attendees participate in worship and other religious services regularly.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school provides an Elementary School program for Grades 1 through 6. The goal is holistic education that develops physical, mental, spiritual, emotional, and social wellbeing, fostering resilience and independent thinking as students progress from reading and writing to analysis and problem-solving. The curriculum includes Oxford plus English as a Second Language (ESL), with ESL students admitted based on their English proficiency after an interview. The Cambridge program is available, offering Cambridge English and Cambridge Math as part of the Cambridge subject group.

Arts & Creative
The school offers Music and Arts as a Minor subject, with progression from Grades 1–3 to Grades 4–6. Instrument options include Piano, Violin, Recorder, and Angklung, along with Arts and Crafts and decorative arts. Dance and Acting classes are available, along with Performers classes that emphasize stage performance. Students can select a Music and Arts subject as part of their elective offerings.

Cultural & Language
The school teaches English through the Oxford plus ESL framework, with ESL for foundational English development. Mandarin and Bahasa Indonesia are offered as Minor language subjects, with a progression from vocabulary and reading to advanced speaking and listening. The Cambridge Subject Group includes Cambridge English and Cambridge Math as part of the program.

Social & Hobbies
The school provides a broad menu of non-academic activities, including Boys and Girls Scout programs, Adventure, Busy Bee, Sun Beam, and Builders. Dance, Acting, and Performers classes offer opportunities for performance and creative expression. The program also features music and arts ensembles and sports as part of the extracurricular landscape.

Community & Service
The Community Service program gives students opportunities to serve neighbors in need, with activities conducted seasonally around Idul Fitri and Christmas.

Leadership & Professional
The Varsity program invites middle and high school students to participate in physical and academic development, with varsity sports such as basketball, futsal, and taekwondo, and advanced studies including TOEFL and IELTS preparation and Olympiad participation. The Student Association officers organize school activities, including celebrations such as birthday observances.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Every day begins with a devotional in each homeroom and ends with a prayer, reflecting the school's spiritual routine. The school supports Camping and Retreat activities to build self-confidence, leadership, and independence. The Mission emphasizes comprehensive mental, physical, social-emotional, and spiritual development, guiding daily life and school culture.
Languages

Language Provision
Oxford is the core curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 6, and Cambridge is used for Grades 7–12 (including Cambridge English, IGCSE, and A-levels). The National Curriculum is also used. The Elementary program includes Oxford + English as a Second Language (ESL), and Bahasa Indonesia is taught across grades. English language development is a stated MIS objective, with a high level of competency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

Bilingual Teaching
The school uses English as a core language of instruction in its English-language programs, with Bahasa Indonesia taught as part of the standard curriculum.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
The school is the only school in North Sulawesi officially granted an international school license and permit for all sections by the Ministry of National Education as a school with a collaborative system of education (SPK); it is internationally accredited as Premier Education by ASIC.
Admissions

Admissions
1. MIS is the only school in North Sulawesi officially granted an international school license and permit for all educational levels by the Ministry of National Education of Indonesia, and it operates under a collaborative system of education (SPK). 2. MIS is internationally accredited as a Premier Institution by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC). 3. Admissions contact: Jimmy at 085240729848 and Wulan at 082192454719. 4. The Registrar's Office is open Monday–Thursday from 8:15 to 16:30, Friday from 8:15 to 16:00, and Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00 for enrollment inquiries, and is located at Jl. Walanda Maramis, Kolongan, Kec. Kalawat, Kabupaten Minahasa Utara, Sulawesi Utara 95377. 5. Prospective families may schedule a tour to learn about MIS programs; visits can be arranged through the Admissions process.
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