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Sekolah Cikal Jakarta

Indonesia, Jakarta

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Indonesian, English
Fees IDR 0 - 103,200,000
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 1999
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Indonesian, Korean, German, Japanese, Mandarin, Arabic
Typical class size 24
Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Sekolah Cikal Jakarta offers an international-aligned, competency-based curriculum across Preschool to Year 12, combining IB (PYP/MYP/DP), Cambridge Primary and Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, and a Bespoke Curriculum. The Curriculum Circle links Core (5 Star Competencies), the Sekolah Cikal Way (the five Cs), and an outer circle of Programs tailored to students with digital personalization. Nine learning phases guide progression; Year 9–10 integrate Bahasa Indonesia, The Arts, Social Studies, Service Learning, Mathematics, Physical Health Education, Personal Social Education, Religion Studies, Sciences, English, and Design & Technology; Year 11–12 add Personal Social Education, Physical Health Education, Religion Studies alongside other subjects. Founded in 1999, Cikal emphasizes the 5 Stars Competencies and the 5 Cs. Facilities across Lebak Bulus and Kemang include libraries, inclusive classrooms, front lobbies, canteens, outdoor spaces, a swimming pool, and flipped-classroom spaces. The Arts, Languages, and Service/Community activities are woven through a Houses system. This structure supports personalized pathways and collaborative learning.

Jl. Lebak Bulus I, RT.6/RW.4, Cilandak Bar., Kec. Cilandak, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12430, Indonesia

The Essentials

Sekolah Cikal Jakarta has typical class sizes of 24, instruction in Indonesian, English.

Location
Jl. Raya Setu No. 3, RT 02/RW 05, Setu, Cipayung, East Jakarta, Jakarta 13880, Indonesia (Sekolah Cikal Amri Setu campus).

Additional learning support
Education Inclusion Cikal: Every child is unique, including children with special needs. Sekolah Cikal is an inclusion school that provides various programs to support children with special needs as a lifelong learning community. These programs aim to support achievement of learning goals and self-development, as well as developing life skills as part of the community. Full-time Membership: Early Intervention, Academic SSC, SSC Functional, SSC Personal Development, SSC Vocational, Therapy, Enrichment, Family Program. Part-time Membership: Academic Enrichment, Personal Development, Therapy, Enrichment, Family Program.
Diving Deeper

House System
The school has a four-house system for students from Reception to High School. Members of each house are grouped into buddy pairs with one teacher and one student from each year level, continuing until the end of the academic year. These groups participate in events such as Pesta Rakyat 17 August, sports, art events, and book and/or social service weeks.

Governance and Ownership
The school is led by Yayasan Cinta Keluarga and PT Sekolah Cikal.
Fees

Annual tuition at Sekolah Cikal Jakarta ranges from up to IDR 103,200,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fee

- Registration (application) fee: commonly reported in a range depending on campus and year group, typically between IDR 3,000,000 and IDR 10,000,000.

Enrollment / One‑time development fee ("Uang Pangkal")

- Preschool / Rumah Main / TK: typically reported in the range of approximately IDR 30,000,000 to IDR 50,000,000 (one‑time).
- Primary (SD, Jakarta campuses): commonly reported examples include IDR 93,900,000 (sibling rate cited) to IDR 104,300,000 (non‑sibling) for some Jakarta SD campuses. Other Jakarta campuses or waves may show lower or higher figures.
- Middle school (SMP): development/entry fees vary by campus and year but are frequently cited in the tens of millions of rupiah (typical ranges reported across campuses).
- High school (SMA): example figures reported for some Jakarta campuses show one‑time entry/development fees in the tens of millions (for example a reported figure of IDR 69,200,000 for one campus/year).

Tuition fees (SPP) — typical billing frequencies and example amounts

- Common billing frequency options reported: monthly, quarterly/term (3 months), per semester, or annual payment. Many families pay monthly, per 3‑month term, or pay annually in advance when offered.

- Preschool / TK (example ranges): monthly or term fees vary by campus and program; development/entry fee + lower monthly tuition than primary. Reported one‑time and recurring components differ by location.

- Primary (SD, example figures reported for Jakarta campuses):
- Monthly SPP: reported from about IDR 3,600,000 up to IDR 8,100,000 depending on campus and program.
- Quarterly/term example: reported examples include approximately IDR 17,400,000 per 3 months for some campus/program combinations.
- Annual example: a frequently quoted annual SPP figure for some campuses is around IDR 65,800,000 per year.

- Middle school (SMP, example figures reported): tuition is commonly higher than primary — reported examples include multi‑month/term billing (e.g., per 3 months) and yearly totals that place annual tuition in the tens of millions to over one hundred million rupiah depending on campus and program.

- High school (SMA, example figures reported): monthly tuition examples around IDR 8,600,000 have been reported for some Jakarta campuses; annual totals vary by campus and program choices.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Schools report flexible billing cycles: monthly, every three months (term/quarter), per semester, or annual. Some campuses/transactions include discounts for full annual prepayment or different fee levels by campus and program. Payment deadlines and penalty/delay rules are set by each campus.

Boarding / boarding fees

- Sekolah Cikal is presented and listed as a day‑school network across its Jakarta campuses; there are no public, standard boarding (asrama) fee schedules for Cikal campuses. No boarding fee schedule is published for Jakarta campuses in the sources consulted.

Other costs and recurring charges

- Additional typical items reported across campuses include: annual or per‑term activity fees, book and learning material charges, uniform costs, external examination fees, transport (shuttle/bus) and catering where used, enrichment or SSC (support/special services) program fees, and occasional one‑time items (locker, library, or equipment fees). Amounts vary by campus and program. Uniform and book costs are commonly separate from SPP.

Refunds and withdrawal

- No publicly detailed, campus‑level refund schedule for registration, enrollment (development) fees, or SPP pro‑rata refunds was available in the materials reviewed. Refund and withdrawal rules are handled as administrative policy by the school and are not published in a standardized public fee schedule in the sources consulted.

Fee payment options

- Commonly reported practice across similar schools and implied by Cikal's enrollment system and privacy statements is collection of payment information and bank documentation (suggesting bank transfers/virtual account payments are used); however, an explicit, published list of accepted payment channels (specific bank virtual account numbers, credit‑card acceptance, e‑wallets) for each Jakarta campus was not found in the public materials consulted. Families are typically provided campus‑specific payment instructions when completing enrollment.

Sibling discounts and concessions

- Some campus reports and fee summaries in public media note sibling (family) discounts on the one‑time enrollment/development fee at certain campuses. The presence and size of sibling discounts differ by campus and year.

Brief summary of coverage and gaps found

- Publicly accessible, campus‑specific line‑item fee schedules for the 2026/27 academic year were not published in the materials reviewed; most published figures available in public media and school listings reference 2025/26 or earlier and show variation by campus and by year. Representative campus figures and commonly reported billing frequencies are supplied above; however, exact campus‑by‑campus 2026/27 line‑item tables (application fee, exact one‑time development fee, SPP per grade by term) were not available in a single public fee schedule. For enrollment, the school's admission portal and enrollment contacts are the administrative route used to confirm exact fees, billing schedules and payment channels for each campus.
Academics

Sekolah Cikal Jakarta teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
The Cikal Curriculum Circle links vision and practice through three layers: Core Circle, Middle Circle, and Outer Circle. Core Circle centers on the 5 Star Competencies, translated into 15 measurable dimensions and expressed in written curriculum. The Sekolah Cikal Way defines five Cs—Compassionate Connection, Comprehensive Concept, Constructive Continuity, Challenging Choices, and Community Context—as the taught curriculum. The Outer Circle provides a Personalized Curriculum Circle with Core and Required Learning Areas; students select programs to meet their targets, with digital integration supporting personalization. Learning phases span nine levels from Preschool to Year 12; Year 9–10 integrate Bahasa Indonesia, The Arts, Social Studies, Service Learning, Mathematics, Physical Health Education, Personal Social Education, Religion Studies, Sciences, English, and Design & Technology, while Year 11–12 cover Personal Social Education, Physical Health Education, Religion Studies alongside all other subjects. The program aligns with International Baccalaureate (IB) programs, Cambridge Assessment International Education, and the Indonesian National Curriculum.

Gifted and Talented
The school uses a Personalized Curriculum Circle with self-directed Programs to tailor learning to individual learners. This differentiation is supported by the 5 Stars Competencies framework and the 5Cs, enabling advanced or project-based learning paths within a digitally integrated approach.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school places a strong emphasis on social and emotional development as part of the Cikal 5 Stars Competencies. Emotionally, morally and spiritually rich is one of the core competencies. The Five Cs framework (Compassionate Connection, Comprehensive Concept, Constructive Continuity, Challenging Choices, and Community Context) guides how learning is delivered to support social-emotional growth. Personal Social Education is included in integrated programs, reinforcing social and personal development across year groups. A Houses system supports collaborative learning and peer-to-peer connection, promoting friendship, responsibility, and community belonging. The school aims to develop self-regulated, emotionally aware learners.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides Pendidikan Inklusi Cikal (Inclusion Program) to support children with special needs. Inclusion Program offers Academic PIC, Intervention and Development, PIC Functional (Inc. Vocational), Early Intervention, PIC Personal Development, and Therapy. Membership types at Inclusion include Full-Time and Part-Time to provide flexible support for students' learning needs. For more information, contact Cikal Customer Service at +62-811-1051-1178.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is included as a subject in Year 9–10 within Sekolah Cikal's integrated programs. The Level/Program structure shows Language Studies and English appear in Year 9–10 as part of the integrated curriculum. The school offers international frameworks, including the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Cambridge Assessment International Education.

Mental Wellbeing
Emotionally, morally and spiritually rich is a core part of the 5 Stars Competencies, reflecting the school's focus on emotional and moral development. Personal Social Education is included in Year 9–10 integrated programs to support personal well-being. Inclusion Program includes Therapy and Personal Development to support student well-being.
Parent Experience

History
Sekolah Cikal Jakarta is part of Cikal, a community of lifelong learners led by Yayasan Cinta Keluarga in partnership with PT Sekolah Cikal, founded in 1999 by Najelaa Shihab and Dewi Soeharto. Cikal has celebrated about 25 years of growth and continues to offer a personalized, competency-based digitally integrated curriculum across levels to meet diverse learning needs. The Cikal framework centers on 5 Stars Competencies and the 5 Cs—Compassionate Connection, Comprehensive Concept, Constructive Continuity, Challenging Choices, and Community Context—to guide learning, planning, and assessment. It aligns with international and national frameworks, including The International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Assessment International Education, and the Indonesian National Curriculum.

Community
Sekolah Cikal operates as a community of lifelong learners and collaborates with educational and learning communities across Indonesia for parents, students, and teachers. Its networks include Yayasan Guru Belajar, Kampus Pemimpin Merdeka, Guru Belajar.org, Kampus Guru Cikal, and Teach First Indonesia. The school fosters community through a Houses system and diverse events, such as Pesta Rakyat 17 Agustus, sports activities, art events, and book and/or social service weeks.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Sekolah Cikal Jakarta campuses provide a warm, sustainable learning environment that supports lifelong learning. The facilities include reception areas and front lobbies, as well as classrooms for Reception through High School. There are libraries for Primary and for Middle/High School, and separate canteens for different levels. Outdoor spaces include an outdoor playground and a rooftop canteen at Lebak Bulus, along with inclusive classrooms and flipped-classroom spaces. Swimming pool area is available at Lebak Bulus, and multiple campuses offer open spaces to support flexible learning.

Sports Facilities
The outdoor playground supports physical activity and free play. The swimming pool area at Lebak Bulus supports aquatic activities.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms are organized by level (Reception through High School). Primary Library and Middle/High School Library serve students, with dedicated spaces for learning such as Front Lobby and Inclusive Classroom, and a Flipped Class environment. Kemang campus also features a Mini Library.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school has a personalized, competency-based, digitally integrated curriculum across Preschool through High School. The 5 Stars Competencies include self-regulated learner; emotionally, morally and spiritually rich; skillful and effective thinker; broadminded and physically sound; empowering members of a just, sustainable and peaceful global society. The Curriculum Circle comprises Core (5 Star Competencies), the Sekolah Cikal Way (the 5Cs: Compassionate Connection, Comprehensive Concept, Constructive Continuity, Challenging Choices, Community Context), and the outer circle of Programs (Required and Student-Preferred) that personalize learning.

Arts & Creative
The integrated programs include The Arts alongside Social Studies, Language Studies and Sciences. The Arts are woven into learning across year levels, including Year 9–10 where The Arts is listed among core and standalone programs. House activities also include Art events.

Cultural & Language
Language Studies are included in the integrated programs with Bahasa Indonesia and English; The Indonesian National Curriculum guides teaching.

Social & Hobbies
Sekolah Cikal uses a Houses system to foster collaboration and leadership across year groups. School life includes sports activities, art events, and other social- and book-related weeks as part of pupil life.

Community & Service
Service Learning is part of Year 9–10 integrated programs, connected with Social Studies, Language Studies, Sciences, and The Arts.

Leadership & Professional
The Houses system promotes collaboration and leadership among students and staff, with leadership development embedded in school life. The 5 Stars Competencies include empowering members of a just, sustainable and peaceful global society.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The 5 Stars Competencies include emotional, moral and spiritual richness and being physically sound. The program includes sports activities and other wellness-oriented opportunities.
Languages

Language Provision
Bahasa Indonesia is the mother tongue language developed at Rumah Main Cikal Preschool. Bahasa Indonesia is included as a language in Year 9-10, and English is taught as a subject in Year 9-10. Language Studies is offered in Year 7-8 as part of the curriculum. The curriculum combines the Indonesian National Curriculum with international frameworks (IB and Cambridge) to support language learning across levels.
Reputation

Accreditations
International Baccalaureate (IB) — integrated framework among Sekolah Cikal's programs; Cambridge Assessment International Education — Cambridge programmes integrated; Cambridge has been authorized to offer Cambridge Assessment and operate as a centre, particularly at Sekolah Cikal Serpong; Indonesian National Curriculum — national curriculum framework used.
Admissions

Admissions
The school uses an online enrollment system. Applicants fill out the online admission form and must read, understand and accept Cikal admission terms and conditions before submitting. After submission, a confirmation email is sent. The assessment includes psychometric testing, a placement test, and an interview and presentation for new students. For more information about the enrollment fee, contact bit.ly/cikalcs.
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