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Sinarmas World Academy

Indonesia, Tangerang

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1500
Type Co-educational
Opened 2008
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages Indonesian, Mandarin, Korean, Spanish
Strengths STEM, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Sinarmas World Academy is a co-educational international school in Tangerang, Indonesia, offering a blend of Cambridge and International Baccalaureate programs. The school opens with the UK Early Years Foundation Stage and then uses Cambridge Primary in the early years, followed by Cambridge Secondary. In Grades 6–8, Cambridge CAIE content is integrated within the IB Middle Years Programme, and the school prepares students for the IB Diploma Programme, IGCSE, and the IB DP. Language and culture programs include Mandarin and Indonesian, with exclusive student exchange partnerships such as with Peking University Elementary School. Established in 2008, the campus is organized into sections for Whole School, Early Years & Elementary, and Middle & High School. Facilities span a swimming pool, theatre, Music Studio, Dance Studio, Arts Studio, science laboratories, a Chinese Culture Centre, library, and workshops, supported by dedicated spaces for science, ICT, and arts to foster hands-on learning. Engaged inquiry awaits.

CBD Lot XV BSD City, Jl. TM Pahlawan Seribu, Cilenggang, Tangerang, Kota Tangerang Selatan, Banten 15322, Indonesia

The Essentials

Sinarmas World Academy has 1,500 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located in the Central Business District of BSD City, Tangerang, Indonesia, with excellent transport links enabling access from north, south, east and west Jakarta.

Stages
Toddler to Grade 12. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is used for early years, and from Kindergarten 2 to Grade 5 the Cambridge Curriculum is implemented within an inquiry-based framework.

Type
The school teaches Cambridge Curriculum and International Baccalaureate (IB).

Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 16 nationalities represented; around 40% of SWA students are from international backgrounds.

Country affiliation
Indonesia
Fees
Annual tuition at Sinarmas World Academy ranges from USD 7,090 to USD 20,680 depending on year group. That works out at roughly USD 7,090 for the early years, USD 11,817 for primary, USD 16,544 to USD 20,680 for secondary, USD 20,680 for sixth form. Expect an application fee of USD 295 and an enrolment fee of USD 1,182 on enrolment.
Academics

Sinarmas World Academy teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
The school delivers the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum as the starting point. From Kindergarten 2 through Grade 5, Cambridge Curriculum is taught within an inquiry-based framework. The Early Years program follows the Cambridge Stage 1 Primary Curriculum with core subjects and related areas such as English, Mathematics, Science, Mandarin, Bahasa Indonesia, ICT, Arts, Physical Education, Music, and Religion. In Grades 6–8, Cambridge CAIE content is integrated within the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) framework, aligned with national requirements. The school prepares students for the IB MYP, IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme (DP), and provides language and culture programs, including Mandarin and related enrichment. There are exclusive partnerships for student exchanges with institutions such as Peking University Elementary School to broaden opportunities beyond the classroom.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates progress to universities including University of New South Wales, Princeton University, University of Toronto, Yale University and University of Sydney, reflecting strong university placement support and a global mindset.

Gifted and Talented
The SWA Scholarship Programme recognises exceptional students in Grades 7–10 with the Chairman's Merit Scholarship and the Maestro's Scholarship, offering partial or full tuition support and targeting academic, athletic and artistic excellence within the Cambridge and IB curricula. Enrichment offerings include the SWA Enrichment Programme and the Chinese Enrichment Programme, with native Mandarin instruction from Beijing institutions to elevate language learning and achievement.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school implements emotional wellbeing as the foundation of education for the future. Mental Health Unplugged: Stories, Chats, and Laughs — a talk show designed to raise awareness, encourage sharing personal experiences, and reduce stigma around mental health through stories and humor. The session combines professional insights, personal stories, and humor to spark open and meaningful conversations about emotional wellbeing and its role in student success.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Occasionally, students needing support in English may be required to attend English as an Additional Language (EAL) classes instead of following a third language course. In other MYP disciplines, English is used as the language of communication.

Mental Wellbeing
The school hosts mental health initiatives to raise awareness and build resilience, including events like Mental Health Unplugged to promote discussion and reduce stigma around mental health.

Safeguarding
The school has a comprehensive security service that maximises the safety and security of the school community.
Parent Experience

History
Opened in July 2008. The first cohort of Grade 12 students graduated in June 2012. The school offers a UK Early Years Foundation Stage for the early years and Cambridge Curriculum for the upper primary years, within an inquiry-based learning framework. It is located in the CBD Lot XV BSD City, Tangerang, Indonesia.

Community
SWA has an international community with students from more than 16 nations. Life at SWA includes activities and events, with a strong Parents Association (PA) as the representative body of the school's parent community. PA representatives are selected annually from each grade level; the PA meetings are led by an executive committee to advise the educational leadership on matters relating to improving education and promoting parental involvement. The SWA community runs partnerships and initiatives such as the Visi Bersama collaboration with Gojek and student projects like OceanVoyager, which have received external recognition and support. Mental health initiatives and other community programs also feature in SWA life.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parents Association (PA) is the representative body of the school's parent community. The PA promotes the interests of students in cooperation with the school board, educational leadership team, teachers and students of Sinarmas World Academy. PA representatives are selected annually from the parents in each grade level and meet regularly under their own executive committee to advise the educational leadership on matters relating to improving the quality of education and to determine a programme of activities which will promote the involvement of parents in school events. The PA is an essential partner in achieving the School's Vision, Mission, and Values.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus is organized by school section with dedicated facilities for the Whole School, Early Years & Elementary, and Middle & High School. The Whole School facilities include a Swimming Pool, Peace Park, Theatre, Cafeteria, Amphitheatre, Fitness Centre, Food Technology Room, Soccer Field, Music Studio, Dance Studio, Arts Studio, and Chinese Culture Centre. Early Years & Elementary facilities include EY ES Classroom, Playground, Science Lab, EYES Gymnasium, and Library. Middle & High School facilities include Physics Lab, Computer Lab, Gymnasium, Library, Classroom, Chemistry Lab, Biology Lab, and Wood and Metal Workshop.

Sports Facilities
Soccer Field; Gymnasium

Academic Facilities
Physics Lab; Computer Lab; Chemistry Lab; Biology Lab; Science Lab; Library; Wood and Metal Workshop; Classroom

Extra Curricular Facilities
Music Studio; Dance Studio; Arts Studio; Chinese Culture Centre
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction. Bahasa Indonesia and Mandarin are taught, with Korean also offered; Spanish is supported in language and literature and in language acquisition. Languages are taught across the school from Early Years to Grade 12, with language support available as needed.

Bilingual Teaching
The primary language of instruction is English. Indonesian, Mandarin and Korean are offered as language courses, and English support (EAL) is available for students who need it. In the Middle Years Programme, English is the language of communication across most subjects, and some students may study more than one language (bilingual or multilingual). The school serves students from Toddler to Grade 12.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. Admission placement is based on the applicant's age level on or before September 30 of the respective school year. Age-to-grade mapping is: 1+ = Toddler; 2+ = Nursery; 3+ = Pre Kindergarten; 4+ = K1; 5+ = K2; 6+ = 1; 7+ = 2; 8+ = 3; 9+ = 4; 10+ = 5; 11+ = 6; 12+ = 7; 13+ = 8; 14+ = 9; 15+ = 10; 16+ = 11; 17+ = 12. The school does not cater to students with significant learning difficulties or special education needs. The school may deny acceptance without giving any reason related to admission or enrollment. The school may conduct a background check on the applicant without parental consent. Step 2. Applicants are required to take a written Entrance Test. Step 3. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an observation or interview with the Principal. Step 4. Upon acceptance, the Admissions Office will send a Letter of Offer within 5 working days if the school is in session or 10 working days if the school is not in session. Step 5. Parents are expected to confirm within the given timeline.

Scholarships
The SWA Scholarship Programme is designed for students in Grades 7–10 who demonstrate a proven track record of excellence in academics, sports, or the arts and who show strong character and leadership potential. Scholarship Scholars receive partial or full coverage of development and tuition fees and join a learning environment that emphasizes leadership development, enrichment programmes, and opportunities to pursue interests in science, mathematics, literature, music, the visual arts, or sports. Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year are open; the deadline for materials is 29 September 2025, and shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews, assessments, and portfolio reviews.
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