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Tunas Unggul School

Indonesia, Bandung

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Indonesian
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 17 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), Bespoke Curriculum
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Tunas Unggul Bandung is a private international IB World School offering five integrated cycles: Playschool, Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary and Upper Secondary. It is the first in East Bandung to deliver the International Baccalaureate Curriculum, and uses an IB‑inspired, student‑centered approach that fosters curiosity, critical thinking and lifelong learning. In Upper Secondary, learning draws on the National Curriculum while adapting the International Curriculum framework through the Young Expert Program, with flexible learning designed around students' unique needs. Key initiatives include My Personal Timeline (MPT), Tunas Unggul Bright Experience (TUBE), a Leadership Program, and the Research Trail components MAP, MRP, and MJP. English Development Program (EDP) and TURIS (Tunas Unggul Road Into Campus) support English development and study‑abroad preparation, including campus visits and university introductions. Facilities include science laboratories, libraries with literature resources and multi‑purpose halls. The school operates MSP for cross‑disciplinary projects, and offers arts, sports, and service‑oriented programs.

Jl. Pasir Impun No.94, Pasir Impun, Kec. Mandalajati, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40195, Indonesia

The Essentials

Tunas Unggul School has instruction in English, Indonesian.

Location
Jl. Pasir Impun No. 94, Pasir Impun, Mandalajati District, Bandung City 40195, Indonesia. Located in East Bandung. It is the first school in East Bandung to offer the International Baccalaureate Curriculum.

Stages
Playschool; Early Years; Primary School; Lower Secondary School; Upper Secondary School.

Type
Private international IB World School.

School day structure
School day runs from 07:00 to 16:00.

Bus service
Pick-up service is available; terms and conditions apply.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Five uniforms are worn by SMP Tunas Unggul students: blue plaid patterned uniform (Monday and Wednesday); scout uniform (Tuesday); pangsi for men and kebaya for women (Thursday); school batik (Friday); sports uniform (schedule-dependent).

Food Options
Yes. The school provides pick-up and catering services; this is optional for students and incurs additional charges.

Governance and Ownership
The school was established in 2002 by Dr. Dadang Suhendar, M.Pd., founder of Yayasan Tunas Unggul.
Fees
Annual tuition at Tunas Unggul School ranges from IDR 24,600,000 to IDR 49,525,000 depending on year group. That works out at roughly IDR 24,600,000 to IDR 46,450,000 for primary, IDR 24,600,000 to IDR 49,525,000 for secondary, IDR 28,000,000 for sixth form. Expect an application fee of IDR 850,000 on enrolment. Upfront/acceptance: A substantial portion of the one-time sumbangan pendidikan is due at acceptance; for SD, 60% of the development contribution is typically due after acceptanc...
Academics

Tunas Unggul School teaches IB (PYP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 2 to 17.

Curriculum
The school is the first in East Bandung to offer the International Baccalaureate Curriculum. It offers five integrated units: Playschool, Early Years, Primary School, Lower Secondary School, and Upper Secondary School. It follows an IB‑inspired, student‑centered approach that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning. The Upper Secondary curriculum uses the National Curriculum as the learning content and adapts the International Curriculum framework, implemented through the Young Expert Program. The program includes child‑friendly and flexible learning designed around students' needs, with initiatives such as MPT (My Personal Timeline), TUBE (Tunas Unggul Bright Experience), and a Leadership Program; it also features Research Trail (MAP, MRP, MJP). English Development Program (EDP) and TURIS (Tunas Unggul Road Into Campus) support English development and study‑abroad preparation, including campus visits and university introductions.

Higher Education Progression
Regular classes and sessions with guest teachers help students prepare for study abroad. TUGO includes university introductions, seminars, and campus visits to broaden references for choosing a campus. English development and global exposure are supported through the English Development Program (EDP) and TURIS to facilitate higher education opportunities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school develops students spiritually, emotionally, and intellectually, enabling them to adapt and contribute in a global world. Tunas Unggul provides Playschool, Early Years, Primary School, Lower Secondary School, and Upper Secondary School, designed to meet the developmental needs of each age. The school has complete and modern facilities across units, including scientific laboratories, libraries, and multi-purpose halls. The school is an International Baccalaureate World School for the Primary Years Programme (PYP), offering international accreditation and a global education framework. PTI activities in Early Years support emotional maturity and help students become more independent, under the guidance of teachers. Parent testimonials on the site describe notable development and positive growth in students.
Parent Experience

Community
Tunas Unggul Bandung provides IB education across Playschool, Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary, and Upper Secondary units. The Primary School offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and follows the IB mission to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people. Latest News highlights events such as TUBE 6.0: From Dream to Reality, Celebrating the Language Month, and Reading Challenge 3.0 for literacy. Instagram updates are available for each unit at tunasunggulplayschool, tunasunggulearlyyears, tunasunggulprimaryschool, smptunasunggulbdg, and smatunasunggul.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Sekolah Tunas Unggul has complete and modern facilities in each of its units, creating an optimal learning environment for the development of students' potential. Facilities include scientific laboratories equipped with sophisticated equipment, libraries rich in literature resources, and multi-purpose halls that are centers of student activities. Supported by a conducive learning environment, each unit aims to provide the best educational experience for students.

Academic Facilities
Science laboratories are equipped with sophisticated equipment. Libraries are rich in literature resources. The school is an IB World School for the Primary Years Programme (PYP).

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school hosts Project Showcases featuring art performances and project presentations. PTI activities in Early Years help monitor child development with the support of teachers.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses the Middle School Program (MSP), which combines the National Curriculum with an International framework and is delivered through master themes that span multiple subjects. Each level culminates in a project presentation or product exhibition, reflecting cross-disciplinary learning. The MSP includes a Personal Project at the end of the program to challenge student research and creation. A Literacy/Language focus is supported by an English Development Program, and a Learning Support and Development Center provides counseling and individual development for students with diverse needs.

Arts & Creative
Extracurricular options in the arts include cinematic work, photography, vocal performance, and dance, with additional music-related activities available. The program also emphasizes arts through related clubs and performance opportunities as part of regular extracurricular offerings. Students can engage in film and media projects, public performance, and creative expression as part of weekly activities.

Cultural & Language
English Development Program strengthens language proficiency, while the Literacy Empowerment Program fosters reading and writing across subjects. The Ruhiyah Program supports religious formation and spiritual development, with daily practices and community engagement. English language development and literacy initiatives are integrated to enhance communication and cultural understanding.

Social & Hobbies
More than ten extracurricular activities are offered, spanning sports, spirituality, science, and arts. Sports include activities such as futsal, basketball, and badminton, while arts and media options include cinematic work, photography, vocal performances, and dance. Journalism and science clubs provide forums for student talents, alongside other specialty clubs. Activities are scheduled regularly once a week to suit student interests.

Community & Service
The Ruhiyah Program focuses on forming a religious generation and includes daily worship, recitation, and community service components. School activities emphasize service and engagement with the broader community as part of character development. Ongoing community-oriented activities are integrated into the extracurricular framework to encourage social responsibility.

Leadership & Professional
Scouting is an automatic, mandatory extracurricular for SMP Tunas Unggul and is conducted weekly to foster leadership, discipline, and civic values. The scouting program aims to cultivate traits such as faith, patriotism, lawfulness, and life skills, promoting healthy physical and mental well-being. The school also maintains leadership and student development avenues under Student Affairs, including OSIS as a student leadership body.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
A broad range of sports and physical activities supports students' fitness and well-being, including futsal, basketball, badminton, archery, and other physical activities. The scouting program contributes to physical health and teamwork, while arts and media activities provide creative outlets and personal well-being benefits. Regular, structured scheduling ensures students have time for exercise, teamwork, and personal development through weekly activities.
Languages

Language Provision
Bahasa Indonesia and English are taught; English is the language of instruction in the SD Tunas Unggul IB program.

Bilingual Teaching
The school provides bilingual education in Bahasa Indonesia and English.
Admissions

Admissions
1. New Learner Registration Mechanism is presented on the Enrollment page. The enrollment page invites prospective families to follow the steps in the enrollment process to join the school community. It introduces the 'New Learner Registration Mechanism' as the starting point for admissions. For 2026/2027 admissions, there are unit-specific enrollment links available. 2. Get More Info Enrollment leads to registration forms. The Enrollment page includes a 'Get More Info Enrollment' action to initiate the process. This link directs to Google Forms-based registration pathways (forms.gle). The page indicates readiness for 2026/2027 admissions and provides unit-specific enrollment options. 3. Choose unit and submit via unit-specific enrollment forms. There are separate enrollment links for Playschool, Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary, and Upper Secondary to support 2026/2027 admissions. The links are labeled as 'Enroll Playschool', 'Enroll Early Years', 'Enroll Primary', 'Enroll Lower Secondary', and 'Enroll Upper Secondary'. 4. Review tuition and program information as part of the admissions process. The Enrollment page provides an 'Investasi' section with tuition information and notes how investment contributes to the education provided. It also features a 'School Program' section to check programs across all units. 5. IB context and qualifications. Tunas Unggul is described as an International Baccalaureate school for the Primary Years Programme (PYP), with the IB framework referenced and the note that only IB-authorized schools may offer the IB programs. This context clarifies the program framework and authorization considerations for prospective families.
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