Surabaya Intercultural School

Indonesia, Surabaya

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 1 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 350

Type Co-educational

Opened 1971

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum

Taught languages French, Indonesian, Mandarin

Typical class size 10

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional

Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School

Introduction

Surabaya Intercultural School serves students aged 1 to 18, delivering an international curriculum across divisions. Elementary offers the IB Primary Years Programme with English as the language of instruction, while Bahasa Indonesia, art, music, physical education, swimming and technology are taught in an inquiry-based framework. Middle School (6–8) follows United States standards, uses Understanding by Design, and maintains a 1:1 laptop program with Google Classroom. Core courses are English, social studies, math and science; specialist courses include physical education, technology, foreign language, speech and debate, art, music and drama. High School (9–12) provides a liberal arts education with Advanced Placement, including an AP Capstone Diploma; electives include music, art and drama. World languages offered: French, Bahasa Indonesia, and Mandarin; an advisory program supports students. SIS is a WASC-accredited IB World School and Apple Distinguished School. The campus features laboratories, gym, Olympic-size pool, art rooms, ceramics room, and ample green space.

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Jalan Sekolah Internasional, Sambikerep, Kec. Sambikerep, Surabaya, Jawa Timur 60225, Indonesia

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The Essentials

Location

The school is located in Citraland, Surabaya. Campus address: Citra Raya, Lakarsantri, Tromol Pos 2/SBDK, Surabaya 60225, Indonesia. The campus is described as nestled in the heart of Citraland.

Stages

Playgroup; Elementary (KG - Gr. 5); Middle School (Gr. 6 - Gr. 8); High School (Gr. 9 - Gr. 12).

Pupil Nationality Mix

Students come from over 25 nationalities.

Additional learning support

The school has Student Support specialists to assist students in their understanding.

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Fees

Annual tuition at Surabaya Intercultural School ranges from IDR 90,000,000 to IDR 314,500,000 depending on year group. That works out at roughly IDR 90,000,000 to IDR 280,000,000 for the early years, IDR 280,000,000 to IDR 305,000,000 for primary, IDR 305,000,000 to IDR 314,500,000 for secondary. Billing is issued per academic year.

Academics

Curriculum

Elementary School (KG - Gr. 5): SIS is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) with English as the language of instruction; Bahasa Indonesia, art, music, physical education, swimming, and technology are taught within an inquiry-based framework. Middle School (Gr. 6 - Gr. 8): Curriculum is based on United States standards; teachers use the Understanding by Design framework, with a 1:1 laptop program and Google Classroom for all classes; core courses are English, social studies, math, and science, and specialist courses include physical education, technology, foreign language, speech and debate, art, music, and drama. High School (Gr. 9 - Gr. 12): A US-standards liberal arts education with the Advanced Placement Program; SIS offers AP courses including an AP Capstone Diploma; electives include music, art, and drama; world languages available are French, Bahasa Indonesia, and Mandarin; there is an advisory program to support students.

Student Teacher Ratio

Class sizes are typically 10 students.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates have gained acceptance to universities around the world, including Ateneo de Manila University (Philippines), City University of Hong Kong, Ewha Womans University (South Korea), Hanyang University (South Korea), New York University, Boston University, University of Melbourne, Cardiff University, Bocconi University, and more.

Gifted and Talented

Identifies students of exceptional ability and provides support through the Student Services Team, including English Language Learning (ELL) support, accommodations, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), progress assessments, and counseling.

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Admissions

1. Inquire. Read the Admissions Requirements and review the Fee Schedule. Browse the SIS site and contact the Admissions Office if you have questions. Admission depends on meeting entrance requirements and submission of all previous school records; incomplete records or undisclosed information may delay or deny enrollment. Age-based eligibility for Early Childhood and Elementary programs applies, and students without proficiency in academic English will not be admitted to Grades 9-12.

2. Express your interest. Complete and submit the Preliminary Interest Form. You will receive an automatically generated confirmation email. The Admissions Office will contact you within a few days to follow up on your enquiry, though response times may vary during school or public holidays.

3. Tour the school. Tours can be arranged through the Admissions Office and are recommended early in the application process to familiarize yourself with the campus and to meet teachers and student peers. The tour helps you become familiar with the environment and provides an opportunity to ask questions in person.

4. Provide application documents. Complete the Application for Admission form, the Student Background Information form, and the Health and Emergency Contact form. Submit these forms together with the documents outlined in the Checklist of Admissions Requirements. Submitting these documents ensures SIS has the information needed to assess the applicant.

5. Pay the fees. Pay the application fee to the school at the time of submission; the fee is non-transferable and non-refundable. If your application is successful, before the student enters SIS pay the annual tuition fees, the enrollment fee, and the building fund fee; payment is in Indonesia Rupiah (IDR) and made via bank transfer.

6. Post-acceptance assessments and placement. Upon acceptance to SIS, students will be asked to undertake a reading assessment and will be tested for English language proficiency; these assessments help determine placement and may influence final grade placement and learning assistance programs.

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FAQs

What curriculum does Surabaya Intercultural School follow?

What are the tuition fees?

**Application fee** - An application fee is required at time of application; it is non-transferable and non-refundable. **Enrollment fee / Enrollment deposit** - A one-time enrollment fee is required (applicable from EC‑4 level onward).

Where is Surabaya Intercultural School located?

The school is located in Citraland, Surabaya. Campus address: Citra Raya, Lakarsantri, Tromol Pos 2/SBDK, Surabaya 60225, Indonesia. The campus is described as nestled in the heart of Citraland.

What age groups does the school serve?

Playgroup; Elementary (KG - Gr. 5); Middle School (Gr. 6 - Gr. 8); High School (Gr. 9 - Gr. 12).

Does the school support students with SEN?

The Student Services Team comprises school administrators, counselors, learning specialists and English Language Learning (ELL) specialists.

How does admissions work?

1. Inquire. Read the Admissions Requirements and review the Fee Schedule. Browse the SIS site and contact the Admissions Office if you have questions.

What accreditations does the school hold?

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation across multiple programs including elementary, middle, and high school.

What languages are taught?

English is the language of instruction, and core subjects are taught in English. Bahasa Indonesia is taught as part of the curriculum.

What wellbeing support is available?

The Student Services Team provides a planned program responsive to students' academic, social, personal and developmental needs.

What facilities does the school have?

Nestled in the heart of Citraland, SIS offers a spacious, inviting, and diverse learning space.

When was Surabaya Intercultural School founded?

Surabaya Intercultural School opened in 1971 under the sponsorship of the American Consulate with 24 students. It was the first school in Surabaya to be accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) in 1985.

What extracurricular activities are available?

The high school offers electives in music, art and drama. Bands have regular performances and the art show is a highlight of the year. Students perform in drama productions.

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