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SIS South Jakarta

Indonesia, Jakarta

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 400
Type Co-educational
Opened 2002
Bus Service No
Part of
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Singapore Curriculum
Taught languages Mandarin, Indonesian, French, English
Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport
Clubs Academic and Intellectual
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

SIS South Jakarta is a brand-new international day school in Indonesia, forming part of the SIS Group with a 20-year track record of education in the region. The campus offers a Preschool to Junior College pathway, with early years built on a Nurturing Early Learners Framework that includes Mandarin language learning and ESOL support. The Primary Curriculum follows the Singaporean framework, emphasising Life Skills, Knowledge Skills and Subject Based Learning, with core English, Mathematics, Science and Bahasa Indonesia taught in a student-centred way alongside ICT, Social Studies and Religion. The Secondary School combines Singaporean and Cambridge programmes; Lower Secondary covers languages (English/ESOL, Chinese, Indonesian, French and XESOL), Mathematics, Science, Computer Science, Geography, History, Literature, Art and Design, Physical Education, Music and Research Education, while Upper Secondary broadens to Accounting, Economics, Business Studies and other Cambridge options. The Junior College offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. It emphasizes language and enquiry.

This campus is part of Singapore Intercultural School

Singapore Intercultural School, Jl. Bona Vista Raya No.8 8, RT.8/RW.6, Lb. Bulus, Kec. Cilandak, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12440, Indonesia

The Essentials

SIS South Jakarta has 400 pupils, instruction in English.

Location

The school is located at Jl. Bona Vista Raya, Lebak Bulus, South Jakarta 12440, Indonesia. It is in the Lebak Bulus area of South Jakarta.

Stages

Preschool; Primary; Secondary; Junior College

Type

International day school

Additional learning support

ESOL program to support English language learners.

Country affiliation

Singapore

Religious affiliation

Islamic Studies Centre; dedicated spaces and mentors for Christian, Catholic and Buddhist students.
Diving Deeper

Food Options

Canteen on campus.

Governance and Ownership

The school is part of the SIS Group of Schools.
Fees
Annual tuition at SIS South Jakarta ranges from IDR 74,500,000 to IDR 215,300,000 depending on year group. That works out at roughly IDR 74,500,000 to IDR 108,500,000 for the early years, IDR 161,000,000 to IDR 167,000,000 for primary, IDR 183,000,000 to IDR 215,300,000 for secondary, IDR 215,300,000 for sixth form. Tuition can be paid annually, on a per-semester basis (semesterly), quarterly (per term), or monthly.
Academics

SIS South Jakarta teaches IB (DP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Singapore Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum

SIS South Jakarta offers a Preschool to Junior College pathway. Preschool follows a Nurturing Early Learners Framework with IT and Mandarin language learning and ESOL support. The Primary Curriculum aligns with the Singaporean Curriculum, focusing on Life Skills, Knowledge Skills and Subject Based Learning, with core subjects English, Mathematics, Science and Bahasa Indonesia, plus ICT, Social Studies, Religion and other components taught in a student-centred way. The Secondary School Curriculum combines the Singaporean and Cambridge programmes; Lower Secondary covers English/ESOL, Chinese, Indonesian, French and XESOL, Mathematics, Science, Computer Science, Geography, History, Literature, Art and Design, Physical Education, Music and Research Education, while Upper Secondary expands to additional subjects such as Accounting, Economics, Business Studies and further Cambridge‑style options; International Assessments include Cambridge Check Point and IGCSE. The Junior College offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school runs Robotics Program, ESOL Program and Islamic Studies, and features a Design Technology Makerspace, ESOL Language Laboratory and an Islamic Studies Centre to support language development, technology and values.

Higher Education Progression

Pathways to international universities and scholarships are provided by the curriculum. The Secondary and Junior College programmes prepare students for higher education worldwide. The IB Diploma Programme in Junior College serves as a gateway to universities globally.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Form teachers spend time daily teaching and reinforcing universal principles of kindness, fairness and respect in homeroom. Assemblies focus on developing social and emotional skills to support student wellbeing. The Religious Centre and Islamic Studies provide counselling from a full-time Muslim educator, and there are dedicated spaces for Christian, Catholic and Buddhist students with mentors. Social-emotional learning is integrated through daily interactions and school assemblies to foster values and well-being.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The ESOL Program supports students of all ability levels to develop confidence in reading, writing, listening and speaking English while ensuring progress across all subjects. It eliminates the need for tutoring agencies by providing on-site language support. The program accommodates learners from native English speakers to beginners, and a dedicated ESOL Language Laboratory enhances language learning.

Mental Wellbeing

Form teachers reinforce universal principles of kindness, fairness and respect in daily homeroom and school life, supporting students' mental wellbeing. Assemblies focus on developing social and emotional skills. The Religious Centre provides counselling from a full-time Muslim educator, with dedicated spaces and mentors for Christian, Catholic and Buddhist students. Social-emotional learning is embedded in the curriculum and school culture to promote overall wellbeing.
Parent Experience

History

SIS South Jakarta is a brand new international school that continues the SIS Group's long-standing presence in Indonesia. It is the result of the complete transformation of Singapore Intercultural School Bona Vista, which has a 20‑year record of high‑quality education backed by the SIS Group of Schools, which operates 11 schools in Asia. The SIS Group has more than 25 years of history and a track record of academic excellence and personalised learning. SIS South Jakarta opened with three programs: Robotics, ESOL, and Islamic Studies, and positions itself to provide pathways to international universities and scholarships while emphasising English, Indonesian, Math and Science alongside co-curricular and sports activities.

Community

The school offers a Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) programme that includes soccer, hip hop dance, violin, and coding for Primary and Secondary students. The site also notes ongoing events and calendars, including the SIS Olympics Schedule for Parents (October 2024) and a School Calendar for the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 academic years, signaling regular community activities and planning. The Upcoming Events section indicates that events are a feature of school life, with calendars and open-house style opportunities reflected in the site's pages.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

SIS South Jakarta is a brand-new international school undergoing campus transformation. The transformation includes a Design Technology Makerspace for Robotics, an Islamic Studies Centre, an ESOL Language Laboratory, a completely new indoor/outdoor gym and canteen, and a new Art Room. The former Bona Vista campus is being transformed into these facilities. The curriculum emphasizes English, Indonesian, Math and Science and integrates co-curricular and sporting activities as part of learning. These spaces and programs reflect SIS South Jakarta's commitment to a modern, interconnected learning environment.

Sports Facilities

A completely new indoor/outdoor gym and canteen are on campus. A basketball court is available for basketball and gym activities. A soccer field is on site for soccer and related activities. These facilities support PE lessons and Co-Curricular Activities across the campus.

Academic Facilities

The campus houses a Design Technology Makerspace for Robotics, an Islamic Studies Centre, an ESOL Language Laboratory and a New Art Room. A Robotics Program and an ESOL Program are part of the academic offerings, along with Islamic Studies. The Primary Curriculum aligns with the Singaporean Curriculum, while the Secondary Curriculum adopts both the Singaporean and Cambridge University programmes. Junior College offers the IB Diploma Programme. Preschool education is built on the Nurturing Early Learners Framework with Mandarin language included in the programme.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) are offered and are unique to SIS campuses, organized by trained staff. SIS South Jakarta's CCAs span Preschool, Primary and Secondary – Junior College, including activities such as Soccer on the Soccer Field, Hip-Hop Dance, Violin, Coding, Ballet, Taekwondo, Karate, Junior Chef, Acoustic Guitar, Basketball, Quran Reading, Gymnastics and LEGO Building, among others. CCAs emphasize leadership, teamwork and personal development and make use of campus facilities such as the Gym, Music Room and MakerSpace.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Robotics Program engages students in basic coding and design, developing creativity, logical thinking and problem solving. Coding is part of the Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) Programme for primary and secondary students. Inter-disciplinary projects feature in the Primary Curriculum to enable cross-curricular learning.

Arts & Creative

HipHop Dance and Violin are offered as CCAs, with Art & Craft also available. These activities support music, movement and visual arts through after-school programmes.

Cultural & Language

ESOL Program provides English language development for learners of all abilities. Bahasa Indonesia is an important part of the curriculum, and Mandarin is also offered. Islamic Studies are provided through a Religious Centre with dedicated spaces for Christian, Catholic and Buddhist students.

Social & Hobbies

Co-Curricular activities include sports such as Soccer and Basketball. HipHop Dance and Violin are also offered as after-school activities.

Community & Service

The Secondary Curriculum includes a comprehensive Community Service Programme where students deliberate, plan, implement, and reflect on their service, and Secondary and JC students are required to perform hours.

Leadership & Professional

Co-Curricular Activities are led by trained professionals and are designed to foster leadership development through teamwork and other activities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

There is an indoor/outdoor gym and canteen, and sports and physical activities are part of the programme, providing opportunities for physical activity and well-being.
Languages

Language Provision

English is supported through an ESOL program that helps learners develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills and includes an ESOL Language Laboratory. The ESOL program caters to all English language abilities from native speakers to brand new learners. Indonesian is a core subject in the curriculum. Mandarin is taught in Preschool, where students learn to speak with confidence, recognize and write characters, and engage with songs, rhymes and stories.
Admissions

Admissions

1. School Inquiry / School Tour. Families initiate contact to learn about SIS South Jakarta's programs and campus life. Staff provide information and answer questions to help assess fit, and a tour may be arranged to observe classrooms and facilities. This step helps families decide whether to continue with the admissions process. 2. Initial Document Submission & Processing Enrollment Form. Submit a photocopy of the student's passport and two years of academic transcripts from the current school, if available, to begin the placement process. The enrollment form is processed to determine placement and readiness for the chosen program. Additional documents may be requested as needed. 3. Registration Fee. A registration fee is required to secure the placement. The fee is part of the enrollment steps and confirms the family's intention to enroll. The school acknowledges receipt and outlines any remaining steps. 4. Interview with Head Teacher / Deputy Head Teacher. An interview with the Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher is conducted for all levels. If the family is located abroad, the interview may be conducted via Skype at Jakarta time, with the time and date arranged by the school. The interview assesses fit for the program and provides an opportunity for questions. 5. Confirmation of Acceptance. Following the interview, acceptance is communicated if the candidate meets program requirements. The family receives an official acceptance notification and instructions for the next steps. 6. School Fee Payment. After acceptance, tuition and related fees are paid according to the school's schedule. Payment details, deadlines and accepted methods are provided by the school. 7. Uniform Purchase. Enrollment is finalized by purchasing the required uniforms and any other necessary materials. The school may provide guidance on where to obtain uniforms and fittings.

Scholarships

The SIS Founder Scholarship is available for SIS South Jakarta. It was established by the family of the SIS Group founder to make quality education accessible to talented students. The scholarship considers financial need, a passion for learning, and personal qualities such as integrity, humility, compassion, perseverance and collaboration. Specific scholarship amounts are determined on a case-by-case basis and approved by the SIS Group's Board upon recommendation from the school leadership. A recent recipient received 100% of school fees through the Founder Scholarship, illustrating the potential for full coverage. Scholarship application forms for South Jakarta are available to assist families with the process.
School Events
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