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SIS Cilegon

Indonesia, Cilegon

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 16 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Part of
Academic offering
Curriculum Singapore Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages Mandarin, Indonesian, French, English
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Social and Hobbies
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

SIS Cilegon is an international day school in Cilegon serving students from age 2 to 16. The Preschool uses the Nurturing Early Learners Framework with Mandarin and Information Technology, running from Nursery One to Kindergarten Two. The Primary program follows the Singaporean Curriculum, organized around Life Skills, Knowledge Skills and Subject Based Learning, with English, Mathematics and Science as core subjects, plus Bahasa Indonesia, ICT, Social Studies, Health Education, Art and Design, Music, PPKN and Religion. The Secondary program, for ages 13–16, combines the Singaporean and Cambridge curricula and offers Cambridge Check Point and Cambridge IGCSE assessments; English/ESOL, Chinese, Indonesian and French are available, along with Mathematics, Science, Computer Science, Geography, History, Literature, Art and Design, Physical Education and Music. In March 2025, SIS Cilegon launched its Secondary (SMP) Programme expanding opportunities within the school. Co-Curricular Activities include Swimming, Badminton, Theatre Arts and English Writing Club. The school upholds fairness, respect, integrity, compassion and courage, with Cambridge-certified instructors and a Community Service Programme.

This campus is part of Singapore Intercultural School

Jl. Raya Merak Jl. Bonakarta No.49, Masigit, Kec. Jombang, Kota Cilegon, Banten 42414, Indonesia

The Essentials

SIS Cilegon has instruction in English.

Location

Jl. Raya Merak No. 49, Bonakarta, Cilegon, Banten 42414, Indonesia (on Merak Road). Located in the Bonakarta neighborhood of Cilegon, the campus is accessible by local roads and serves the North Banten area.

Stages

Nursery (TK), Primary (SD), Junior Secondary (SMP), Senior Secondary (SMA).

Type

International day school

Additional learning support

ESOL English language support is available.

Country affiliation

Singapore
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by Yayasan Pendidikan Singapura Asia.
Academics

SIS Cilegon teaches Singapore Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 2 to 16.

Curriculum

Preschool uses the Nurturing Early Learners Framework with six learning areas, plus Information Technology and Mandarin; classes run from Nursery One to Kindergarten Two for ages 2–6. The Preschool focuses on language and literacy, numeracy, and discovery of the world, with Mandarin language instruction. Primary follows the Singaporean Curriculum, organized around Life Skills, Knowledge Skills and Subject Based Learning, with English, Mathematics, Science and Chinese as core subjects. Bahasa Indonesia, ICT, Social Studies, Physical Education, Health Education, Art and Design, Music, PPKN and Religion are also taught. The Secondary programme adopts both the Singaporean and Cambridge curricula for ages 13–16, offering a broad range of subjects and pathways toward higher education; international assessments include Cambridge Check Point and Cambridge IGCSE. A Community Service Programme is part of the Secondary curriculum, and Co-Curricular Activities complement the academic program.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has a Preschool program with a Nurturing Early Learners Framework that covers Language and Literacy, Numeracy, Discovery of the World, Motor Skills Development, Social and Emotional Development, Aesthetic and Creative Expression, Information Technology, and Mandarin. It offers Nursery One (2–3 years), Nursery Two (3–4 years), Kindergarten One (4–5 years), and Kindergarten Two (5–6 years).

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides ESOL support to help students improve English language skills as part of its language program.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school offers ESOL and English language support as part of its curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing

The school emphasizes a holistic approach to development within its Early Learning framework and across the Primary and Secondary curricula.

Safeguarding

Information on safeguarding and child protection is not described on this page.
Parent Experience

History

Located in the heart of Cilegon, SIS Cilegon has provided quality education for over ten years. In March 2025, SIS Cilegon launched its Secondary (SMP) Program, expanding opportunities for students to continue their education within the school. The Secondary Program combines the Cambridge and National Curricula and is supported by experienced staff, including Cambridge-certified instructors. The school is guided by core values of fairness, respect, integrity, compassion, and courage, shaping students for higher education and global readiness.

Community

The SMP launch in March 2025 featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony, student performances, a guided school tour, and a press conference where leadership shared the program's vision. The event highlighted the school's state-of-the-art facilities and ongoing commitment to growth. SIS Cilegon also offers a broad Co-Curricular Activities program, including swimming, badminton, theatre arts, the English Writing Club, and Futsal, with scheduled activities across the week. These elements contribute to a community-focused environment that supports character development and active student engagement.
Facilities

Academic Facilities

The Primary Curriculum aligns with the Singaporean Curriculum, focusing on Life Skills, Knowledge Skills and Subject Based Learning to develop the whole child through cross-curricular projects. Core subjects include English, Mathematics and Science, with Bahasa Indonesia also emphasized, alongside Information and Communication Technology, Social Studies, Physical Education, Health Education, Arts and Crafts, Music, PPKN and Religion. The Secondary School Curriculum adopts both the Singaporean and Cambridge University programmes, with English/ESOL, Chinese, Indonesian and French available, as well as Mathematics, Science, Computer Science, Geography, History, Literature, Art and Design, Physical Education and Music; Cambridge Check Point and IGCSE are offered as international assessments.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Co-Curricular Activities include Swimming, Badminton, Theater Arts, English Writing Club and Futsal. Class times include Swimming (K2 and P1–P2) 3:00–4:00, Badminton (P1–P6) 3:00–4:00, Theater Arts (K2, P1–P6) 3:00–4:00, Swimming (P3–P6) 3:00–4:00, English Writing Club (P1–P6) 3:00–4:00, and Futsal (P1–P3) 3:00–4:00.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Middle school is now available, combining the Cambridge Curriculum with the National Curriculum to prepare students for a global future. The primary SD program follows the Singapore Curriculum, organized around life skills, knowledge skills, and subject-based learning to develop knowledge, values, and 21st-century competencies. Teachers use a student-centered approach that connects learning to real-life experiences and encourages collaboration and global awareness. ESOL provides functional English language instruction for learners at any level.

Arts & Creative

Artistic expression is cultivated through art, music, theatre, and movement, enabling students to express ideas and feelings creatively. Students create art, music, and performances through experimentation and imagination, building personal expression and confidence. Theatre is offered as a co-curricular activity for TK2 through SD6, alongside other creative pursuits.

Cultural & Language

ESOL provides functional language instruction to support English learners at all levels. Mandarin is taught as a language, with a focus on speaking confidently, recognizing and writing Chinese characters, and engaging with songs, poems, stories, and related cultural activities. Language learning is integrated with cultural awareness to prepare students for a global community.

Social & Hobbies

Co-curricular activities are unique to each campus and are organized and supervised by trained professionals who teach essential skills. Leadership in the assembly hall begins on the field, and Co-Curricular programs maximize these activities to reinforce teamwork, personal development, and leadership. Weekly activities include swimming (Monday for TK2 and SD1–SD2; Wednesday for SD3–SD6), badminton (Tuesday for SD1–SD6), theatre (TK2–SD6), English Writing Club (Thursday for SD1–SD6), and futsal (Friday for SD1–SD3).

Leadership & Professional

Leadership opportunities arise through Co-Curricular activities and school life. SIS Co-Curricular leverages these experiences to reinforce teamwork, personal development, and leadership values. Students gain practical leadership experience by participating in group tasks and school events.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Students develop motor skills and coordination through activities in both indoor and outdoor settings. The program emphasizes healthy habits and safety awareness at home, at school, and in public spaces. Activities include sand and water play, gym, indoor and outdoor play, health programs, projects, and field trips.
Languages

Language Provision

Languages taught are English, Chinese (Mandarin) and Bahasa Indonesia. ESOL provides English language support for students whose English is not strong. In preschool, Mandarin is taught; in primary, Chinese is a core subject alongside Bahasa Indonesia.
Admissions

Admissions

Admission Process: 1. School Inquiry / School Tour; 2) Initial Document Submission & Processing Enrollment Form for the placement process (Documents: photocopy of the student's passport and 2 years of their academic transcript from their current school, if any); 3) Registration Fee; 4) Interview with Head Teacher / Deputy Head Teacher (for all levels). If the student and parents are located abroad, the interview will be conducted via Skype at Jakarta time and the school will notify the time and date; 5) Confirmation of Acceptance; 6) School Fee Payment; 7) Uniform Purchase.

Scholarships

The SIS Founder Scholarship was established by the Sidhu family, the Founder and Chairman of the SIS Group of Schools, to honour Karam Sidhu and to make quality education accessible to talented and determined students in their K-12 journey. It is awarded to students who are in financial need, who show a passion for learning, and who demonstrate integrity, humility, compassion, perseverance and the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively. Specific amounts are determined on a case-by-case basis and approved by the SIS Group of Schools Board on the Head Teachers' recommendation. The aim is to provide a stepping stone for deserving students to reach greater heights. The Founder Scholarship can, in some cases, cover full school fees for recipients. A founder-related press release describes a full-fee recipient as an illustrative example.
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