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Sekolah Pilar Indonesia

Indonesia, Bogor

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Indonesian
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Indonesian
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Sekolah Pilar Indonesia is an IB World School delivering the Primary Years Programme alongside the Indonesian national curriculum. The school uses an inquiry-based approach and bilingual instruction in Indonesian and English, integrating local values with international perspectives. The Primary Years Programme covers roughly ages 3–12 and runs within a broader school structure that includes Early Childhood through Senior High. Senior High highlights include the Personal Project, Sociopreneurship, Bela Negara Camp, student exchange, and college readiness. The 1.4-hectare campus houses dedicated spaces: classrooms (9×9 m) with storage, a library, science and computer laboratories; Early Childhood facilities for Toddler to Pre-K; plus a Music Studio, Podcast Studio, and an Amphitheatre. Co-curricular sports facilities span basketball, tennis, badminton/volleyball, a mini soccer field, and an indoor pool. Notable programs include gamelan, angklung, and kolintang, a Student Exchange with Ritsumeikan Keisho High School, and a civics-oriented Bela Negara Camp that supports holistic global development.

Jl. Dewa No.9, Ciangsana, Kec. Gn. Putri, Kabupaten Bogor, Jawa Barat 16968, Indonesia

The Essentials

Sekolah Pilar Indonesia has instruction in English, Indonesian.

Location

Jl. Dewa No.9, Ciangsana, Gunungputri, Kabupaten Bogor 16968. The school is located on a 1.4 ha site. It sits in a suburban area near Cibubur. Access is via local roads.

Stages

Early Childhood Centre (Toddler – Reception); Primary (Grades 1–6); Junior High (Grades 7–9); Senior High (Grades 10–12)

Type

IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP); authorised to teach the IB Primary Years Programme since 2011.

Additional learning support

Inclusive school that provides equal opportunities for all children, including children with special needs.

Country affiliation

Indonesia Global Compact Network member.

Bus service

School bus
Diving Deeper

Food Options

The school has a canteen and catering services on site.

Governance and Ownership

Governance is conducted by the Management Board.
Fees
Overview — academic year 2026/2027 (where available; otherwise latest published year)

Application / Registration fee
- A one-time application / registration fee is reported at Rp 500,000.

Entrance / Development fee (Uang Pangkal)
- The entrance (uang pangkal) is reported in the range of Rp 35,000,000 to Rp 38,000,000.

Tuition (SPP) — by billing unit
- Reported regular tuition (SPP) for primary / elementary-level students is in the range of about Rp 3,200,000 to Rp 3,600,000 per month. Where third-party listings specify a monthly basis, SPP is shown per month.

Tuition — by school year / year group
- Available public listings do not publish a full, grade-by-grade breakdown (each year group) in a single published schedule. The figures reported above are those cited for primary/elementary levels in the most recent public summaries for the 2026/2027 period.

Per-term / per-year equivalents
- Using the reported monthly SPP ranges, a single academic year (12 months) would approximate Rp 38,400,000–Rp 43,200,000; if the school bills by school-months/term the amounts should be prorated accordingly based on the school's internal term calendar (no official term-billing table was published in the available materials).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Public summaries list SPP as a monthly charge in the published figures; explicit published detail on exact invoicing dates, due dates, late-payment penalties, or instalment plans for the entrance fee were not found in the available public summaries.

Boarding / asrama fees
- No boarding (asrama) fees are published in the available public summaries. The school's public profiles and listings describe the school as operating day programmes and do not list boarding charges or asrama facilities in the published fee summaries.

Other one-time and recurring costs
- One-time / occasional items reported in public listings include: a library or deposit fee around Rp 1,000,000, and uniform costs reported around Rp 1,100,000.
- Additional typical items reported in local summaries include costs for exam materials, workbooks, extracurricular activities, school trips, and transport (school bus) where used; specific amounts for these items were not published in a consolidated fee schedule.

Refund / cancellation information
- No explicit, publicly published refund or cancellation policy for uang pangkal, SPP, or registration fees for the 2026/2027 period was located in the available public summaries. The school's fee summaries in public listings do not include a detailed refund table or formal refund policy text.

Fee payment options
- Public summaries that list fees do not publish specific accepted payment methods (credit card, virtual account, or bank account details). No definitive, published list of accepted payment channels was located in the available public materials.

Summary of available items for parents (concise)
- Application/registration fee: Rp 500,000.
- Entrance / development (uang pangkal): Rp 35,000,000–Rp 38,000,000.
- Tuition (SPP) typical reported range: Rp 3,200,000–Rp 3,600,000 per month (primary-level listings).
- Deposit / library: ~Rp 1,000,000. Uniform: ~Rp 1,100,000. Other incidental costs (books, trips, transport, extracurricular) apply.
- Boarding fees: not listed / no public boarding charges found.

Note on gaps in published information
- Grade-by-grade tuition tables, an explicit invoicing schedule (exact due dates and term structure), a published refund and cancellation policy, and a published list of accepted payment methods were not present in the available public fee summaries for the 2026/2027 academic year. Where figures above differ between published summaries, ranges are given to reflect those reported amounts.
Academics

Sekolah Pilar Indonesia teaches IB (PYP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum

An IB World School authorized to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP) on 1 June 2011. The school integrates the Indonesian national curriculum with international curricula and uses an inquiry-based learning approach, with bilingual Indonesian and English instruction. Project-based learning and a student-centred, holistic approach balance knowledge, skills and attitudes. The Primary Years Programme covers roughly ages 3–12, implemented alongside the wider school structure from Early Childhood through Senior High. Senior High includes programme highlights such as the Personal Project, Sociopreneurship, Bela Negara Camp, student exchange and college readiness.

Higher Education Progression

Alumni have progressed to Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) and Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB). Additional graduates have studied at Universitas Tarumanagara, Pelita Harapan University (UPH), Pertamina University, Angkasa Aviation Academy and Australian National University.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth is a core aim for every student. The school builds students' self-esteem and brings out the best in each child. Learning is active and hands-on, with students engaging in inquiry-based and project-based activities. The approach is student-centred and holistic, balancing knowledge, skills and attitudes. The school fosters international-mindedness while preserving Indonesian culture, helping students develop empathy, collaboration and responsible citizenship.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

We are an inclusive school that provides equal opportunities for all children, including those with special needs, to grow and thrive. The brochure explicitly notes this inclusive approach and welcoming environment for children with special needs. Sekolah Pilar Indonesia integrates the national curriculum with international curricula to support diverse learner needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is a core language of instruction with a comprehensive English language program. Comprehensive English language is listed as part of the Teaching and Learning Approach alongside national requirements within an interdisciplinary framework. The curriculum supports English language development across the IB-PYP and national standards.

Mental Wellbeing

Student wellbeing is a focus of the school. The Welcoming Assembly speech emphasised wellbeing as part of the school's ethos and life at Sekolah Pilar Indonesia. Activities such as student exchanges and collaborative projects support wellbeing by fostering belonging, resilience and social connection.
Parent Experience

History

Sekolah Pilar Indonesia is an inquiry-based school serving Early Childhood Centre (Toddler – Reception), Primary (Grades 1–6), Junior High (Grades 7–9) and Senior High (Grades 10–12). Since 2005, it has provided an international standard education. The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB-PYP) has been authorised since 2011. The school's vision underpins an international perspective with Indonesian cultural values. In 2024, Sekolah Pilar Indonesia formed a partnership with Ritsumeikan Keisho High School in Hokkaido, Japan, signing a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen intercultural understanding and establish a sister-school relationship.

Community

The school community includes events and intercultural exchanges that reinforce international mindedness. A key event, the Rock and Learn Family Festival: Harmony in Motion, was held on December 22, 2025, uniting students from Kindergarten to High School with teachers, staff and parents. International partnerships and student exchanges are active, including collaborations with Ritsumeikan Keisho High School in Japan (MoU signed in 2024) and a 2025 exchange with Le Fevre High School in Adelaide, Australia. Alumni also describe cultural learning experiences such as keroncong festivals and other school performances that involve families and the wider community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Parents participate in school life through events such as Parent Presentations and engagement with the Pilar Student Council. The school uses Three-Way Conferences and Student-Led Conferences to review learning progress with involvement from students, teachers and parents. Alumni note that Parent Presentations and family involvement were valued parts of their educational experience, and programs like live-in experiences and Bela Negara Camp further connect families to school activities.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

Sekolah Pilar Indonesia sits on a 1.4-hectare campus. Academic spaces include classrooms measuring 9×9 square metres, each equipped with storage, a computer, a sink, and air conditioning; a library; a science laboratory; and a computer laboratory. The Early Childhood Centre includes Toddler classes (up to 10 students per class) and Pre-K classes (up to 15 students per class). Four programmes are offered: Early Childhood Centre, Primary, Junior High, and Senior High, with IB-PYP authorization for ECC and Primary.

Sports Facilities

Co-curricular sports facilities include a basketball and tennis court, a badminton and volleyball court, a mini soccer field, and an indoor swimming pool.

Academic Facilities

Academic facilities include classrooms (9×9 square metres) with storage, a computer, a sink, and air conditioning, plus a library, a science laboratory, and a computer laboratory.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Gamelan, Angklung, and Kolintang instrument programs are available, with a Music Studio and a Podcast Studio. An Amphitheatre supports performances and events. Health Clinic, Plantation Area, Fish Pond, and Green House support hands-on learning and wellbeing. Playground, Canteen, Catering, Vending Machines, and School Bus support daily life and after-school activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Grade 11 students hold Personal Project Exhibitions, showcasing independent inquiry and creative projects aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. The Personal Project provides a platform for students to plan, research, and present their ideas in tangible form. The exhibitions demonstrate student initiative, research, and communication skills, linking learning to real-world impact. The school supports student-driven inquiry through these exhibitions.

Arts & Creative

Rock and Learn Family Festival: Harmony in Motion was a musical celebration uniting students from Kindergarten to High School with teachers, staff, and parents, highlighting creativity and school spirit. The event featured music and performances that encouraged collaboration and imaginative expression. Amphitheatre performances and Keroncong festivals showcase Indonesian culture and student creativity. These activities provide opportunities for students to perform, collaborate, and express themselves creatively.

Cultural & Language

The school runs a Student Exchange Programme with Ritsumeikan Keisho High School in Hokkaido. An in-person exchange took place October 7–16, 2024, after intercultural sessions conducted via Zoom. The Management Board signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a sister school relationship and exchange ideas. The programme fosters intercultural understanding and international mindedness.

Social & Hobbies

Students participate in the Pilar Student Council, fostering leadership and teamwork. Parents are involved in events such as Parents Presentations. The school supports social engagement through activities like a live‑in programme and Bela Negara Camp for student life and community involvement.

Community & Service

Bela Negara Camp is referenced as part of alumni experiences, indicating a civics-oriented camp that participants attended as part of their school life.

Leadership & Professional

The school supports leadership development through the Pilar Student Council and participation in activities that build teamwork and communication. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens programme is emphasised to equip students with essential life skills. Students take part in Student-Led Conferences and Parents Presentations, demonstrating collaborative goal-setting and engagement with teachers and families.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Play-based learning in the Early Childhood Centre engages students and fosters a love of learning. Excursions connect classroom learning with the real world and broaden experiences. Experiential learning allows students to safely try new skills in a supportive environment. Reception Exhibition bridges learning to action, involving parents and teachers in a collaborative display of student work.
Languages

Language Provision

English is taught through a Comprehensive English language program in Junior High. The school implements the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme in the Early Childhood Centre and Primary. Literacy Programmes are highlighted in Primary. The school preserves Indonesian culture while fostering international-mindedness under the IB framework.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Submit an inquiry through the online Inquiry Form. The Inquiry Form is accessible from the Cara Mendaftar page in the Admissions section of the site. This initiates the admissions dialogue with prospective families. 2. Complete online registration. The How To Register page provides the steps and links to the online Registration Form. The Registration Form is linked from the Admissions page and redirects to a Google Form for submission. Sekolah Pilar Indonesia has been authorised to teach the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB-PYP) since 2011, which informs the program context of the admissions process.
School Events
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