ACS Bali vs Canggu Community School

	A ACS Bali Bali, Indonesia	C Canggu Community School Bali, Indonesia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year IDR 230,000,000 - 280,000,000	Fees / year IDR 117,000,000 - 272,000,000
Age range	Age range 6 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 17 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 630
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 8
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2025	Opened 2001
Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location ACS Bali is situated within Kura Kura Bali, an eco-development in South Denpasar. The campus is a 15 to 20-minute drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport. This position provides accessible transport links to nearby central areas such as Sanur, Kuta, and Nusa Dua.	Location Jalan Subak Sari, Banjar Tegal Gundul, Tibubeneng, Kuta Utara, Badung, Bali – Indonesia 80361
Stages	Stages The school structure covers Primary, Middle, Secondary, and High School, accepting students from ages 6 through 18. For the 2025–2026 academic year, the school is opening with Grades 1 to 7. Grades 8 through 12 will be added progressively in the following years.	Stages Early Years to Year 13
School type	School type ACS Bali operates as a co-educational day school. While there are no on-campus boarding facilities explicitly listed, the school accepts students living away from their parents provided they reside with officially appointed guardians in Bali.	School type International school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix 40+ nationalities represented in CCS community.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Student welfare is primarily managed through a pastoral care network led by homeroom and form teachers. The school also employs a specialist Emotional Counsellor to provide targeted support when necessary.	Additional learning support Individualised Educational Plans (IEPs) and/or Student Learning Plans (SLPs) are used to outline interventions for students receiving learning support.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school operates under the Singapore brand of education. It is explicitly modeled after ACS (International) in Singapore.	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation ACS Bali operates with a Methodist Christian heritage.	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Students are expected to arrive by 8:10 AM for an 8:15 AM assembly, followed by the first lesson at 8:35 AM. The daily schedule includes a morning interval from 10:20 AM to 10:40 AM and a lunch break from 12:25 PM to 1:10 PM. Classes finish at 2:20 PM for Grades 1-2, 2:55 PM for Grades 3-4, and 3:30 PM for Grades 5-12, with mandatory co-curricular activities running until 5:00 PM for the older students.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details The school does not currently provide information regarding a dedicated school bus or coach service.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application Fees A non-refundable application fee of IDR 10,000,000 is required upon submitting the application form. Tuition Fees Tuition is payable per semester (there are two semesters in an academic year). Grades 1 to 6: IDR 115,000,000 per semester (Annual total: IDR 230,000,000) Grades 7 to 8: IDR 130,000,000 per semester (Annual total: IDR 260,000,000) Grades 9 to 10: IDR 140,000,000 per semester (Annual total: IDR 280,000,000) Billing Schedule and Payment Terms Fees are billed a semester in advance. Semester 1 payments are due by July 1, and Semester 2 payments are due by December 1. Late payments are subject to an additional fee of 2.0% per month. Boarding Fees Boarding fees are not applicable. Other Costs Capital Levy: IDR 25,000,000 (annual) Learning Materials Fee: IDR 25,000,000 (annual) Confirmation Deposit: IDR 20,000,000 (annual deposit to secure a place, which is deducted from the tuition fee) Additional costs not covered include uniforms, laptops (required for Grade 5 and above), supplementary materials, external examinations, transportation, lunches, and school trips. Refund Information Application fees, the confirmation deposit, and the capital levy are non-refundable. For newly admitted students, a 100% refund on tuition is available if written notice is received over 30 days before commencement. For existing students, current semester tuition is non-refundable. A full refund for Semester 2 is granted if withdrawal notice is provided at least three months prior to its start. Fee Payment Options Payments are accepted via bank transfer.	Fee details Application Fee - IDR 2,500,000 (non‑refundable) payable at the time of application. Tuition fees (2026–2027) — full year, per semester, and per term - Early Years (Preschool–Reception): IDR 117,000,000 per year; IDR 59,500,000 per semester; IDR 32,000,000 per term. - Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2): IDR 162,000,000 per year; IDR 82,500,000 per semester; IDR 44,000,000 per term. - Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6): IDR 173,000,000 per year; IDR 88,500,000 per semester; IDR 46,500,000 per term. - Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9): IDR 214,000,000 per year; IDR 109,500,000 per semester; IDR 57,500,000 per term. - Year 10: IDR 243,000,000 per year; IDR 124,000,000 per semester; IDR 65,500,000 per term. - Year 11: IDR 261,000,000 per year; IDR 133,000,000 per semester; IDR 70,000,000 per term. (Includes CCS exam fees; Year 13 IB assessment fees invoiced separately.) - IB Diploma (Years 12–13): IDR 272,000,000 per year; IDR 139,000,000 per semester; IDR 73,500,000 per term. All figures above are the compulsory tuition amounts for the 2026–2027 fee schedule. Discounts on tuition - Sibling discounts: 2nd sibling 3%; 3rd sibling 7%; 4th sibling 10% (discounts apply starting with the 2nd eldest child and require all students to be enrolled for at least one full year). - Payment discounts: 5% discount for fees paid in full annually; 2% discount for fees paid by semester (two terms in advance). Registration fee (on offer acceptance) - For Year 1 to Year 13: IDR 17,000,000 for the first child registered and IDR 14,000,000 for each additional child from the same family. Registration fees are non‑refundable. Capital (Building) Levy — payable once per year - Early Years to Year 5: IDR 21,500,000 (non‑refundable) per family member (first and second member in attendance). - Year 6 to Year 13: IDR 26,000,000 (non‑refundable) per family member (first and second member in attendance). The Capital Levy supports campus facilities and land leases. Materials and Resources Levy — payable once per year - Early Years: IDR 8,500,000. - Year 1–2: IDR 9,000,000. - Year 3–6: IDR 9,500,000. - Year 7–9: IDR 10,500,000. - IGCSE (Years 10–11): IDR 12,500,000 (includes a TI‑84 Plus C Silver Edition graphic calculator). - IB (Years 12–13): IDR 13,500,000 (includes a TI‑84 Plus C Silver Edition graphic calculator). These levies are non‑refundable. EOTC (camp) fee - The EOTC (camp) fee will be charged in Term 1 and included on the Term 1 invoice. Refundable Notice Deposit (RND) - Entry at Early Years: IDR 25,000,000. - Entry at Year 1 – Year 13: IDR 50,000,000. - The RND is paid when a place is offered and accepted. Withdrawal notice in writing of one full term in advance is required for the RND to be refunded; failure to provide at least one full term's written notice results in forfeiture of the RND. Exceptional circumstances may be presented in writing to the Head of School for consideration. Payment schedule and terms (2026–2027 due dates) - Annual payment due date (full year): June 12, 2026. - Semester payments due dates (two payments): Semester 1 due June 12, 2026; Semester 2 due January 04, 2027. - Term payments (four terms) due dates: Term 1 due June 12, 2026; Term 2 due October 09, 2026; Term 3 due January 04, 2027; Term 4 due March 25, 2027. - Tuition fees paid per term or per semester are non‑refundable if the student departs during a term. Tuition fees paid annually are refundable only in accordance with the number of full terms not attended in that year (maximum refund up to 2 terms). Capital and Materials/Resources Levies are non‑refundable. The RND is forfeited if less than one full term of written notice is given. Exceptional circumstances can be considered in writing by the Head of School. Currency and payment terms - The accepted currency for school invoicing is Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). All fees are to be paid in IDR as stated on invoices, except for parents who transfer from overseas accounts; the school may determine the exchange rate on the invoice date. Banking information (for bank transfers) - Beneficiary: Yayasan Swamitra Internasional. - Bank: PT. Bank Mandiri (Persero) Tbk., Udayana Branch – Denpasar. - USD account number: 1450006520379. SWIFT: BMRIIDJA. - IDR account number: 1450006613851. SWIFT: BMRIIDJA. Bank transfer details are provided for making payments from domestic and overseas accounts. Payment plans may be arranged for families with genuine financial hardship by written request to the Head of School prior to the payment due date. Boarding - Boarding is not offered; CCS operates as a day school with scheduled arrival and dismissal times and after‑school supervision arrangements. No boarding fees apply. Other costs and additional charges - Uniforms and stationery: separate costs apply under the school's Uniforms & Stationery policies and additional item lists. - Additional fees and charges (for excursions, external exam fees beyond those included, optional activities or services) may be invoiced separately. Parents should expect the EOTC (camp) fee in Term 1 and any external assessment fees (for example, some Year 13 IB assessment charges) to be invoiced separately. Specific levies, additional charges and timing of those invoices follow the school's published fees schedule and invoicing practice. Refund summary (key points) - Termly or semesterly tuition fees are non‑refundable if the student leaves during a term. - Annual tuition fees: refundable only for full terms not attended (up to a maximum of two terms). - Capital Levy and Materials/Resources Levy: non‑refundable. - RND: refunded only with one full term's written notice; forfeited if less notice is provided. - Exceptional circumstances may be considered in writing by the Head of School.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details ACS Bali follows a dual-curriculum framework that progresses from the Cambridge International system to the International Baccalaureate. In the Primary School (Grades 1 through 6), students study the Cambridge International Primary curriculum, concluding with the Cambridge Checkpoint assessments in Grade 6. The secondary phase (Grades 7 through 10) utilizes the Cambridge International Secondary curriculum, culminating in students sitting for their IGCSE qualifications at the end of Grade 10. Students entering specifically in Grade 10 also have the option to complete a one-year, non-examinable Foundation IB program in preparation for their final years. For High School (Grades 11 and 12), the school transitions to the two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), with authorization pending for the first cohort starting in 2027. The IBDP curriculum requires students to complete six academic subjects alongside a Theory of Knowledge course, an Extended Essay, and the mandatory Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) program.	Curriculum details CCS Bali follows the English National Curriculum for Early Years and Primary, with the Indonesian National Curriculum embedded across year levels. Early Years uses the English National Curriculum, the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and Indonesian curriculum, with inquiry-based learning and three classes of about 20 children per class. Primary School (Years 1–6) follows the English National Curriculum and Indonesian National Curriculum, with two classes per year level and target sizes of 23 (Years 1–2) and 25 (Years 3–6), with one expatriate teacher and one Indonesian teaching assistant per class. Middle School (Year 7–9) uses an internationally accredited standards-based curriculum in conjunction with the Indonesian National Curriculum, with core English, Mathematics, Science, and Individuals and Societies, and languages including Indonesian, Spanish, and French. Year 10–11 CCS courses prepare students for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, which CCS offers for Years 12–13. University destinations show CCS students have received offers to top universities around the world.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Early Years: one full-time teacher and two full-time teaching assistants per class, with around 20 students per class. Primary: one expatriate teacher and one Indonesian teaching assistant per class, with target class sizes of 23 (Years 1–2) and 25 (Years 3–6).
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression CCS students have received offers to top universities around the world.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Complete Official Application Form Parents must submit the admissions application online. This submission must include all necessary supporting documents and proof of payment for the application fee. 2. Entrance Tests and Interview Following the application, the admissions office will contact the family to schedule an online entrance test and an oral interview (preferably face-to-face for families already in Bali). The online Cambridge assessments evaluate proficiency in Reading, Mathematics, and Developed Ability. The interview with a senior staff member is used to assess communication skills, personal qualities, and motivation. 3. Admission Outcome The Executive Principal makes the final admissions decision based on a holistic review of the applicant's test scores, interview performance, academic records, and alignment with the school's ethos. This outcome is typically communicated to the family via email within two weeks of the assessment. Exact test scores are not provided to parents. 4. Admission Confirmed An admission offer remains conditional until all required fees are successfully paid and transferred to the ACS Bali Yayasan account. Once the financial transfer is complete, the student's enrolment is officially confirmed for both the family and the school. 5. Welcome Pack Emailed to Family After confirmation, the school will email a comprehensive Welcome Pack to the family. This pack contains all the relevant information and details needed for the student to successfully start their education at ACS Bali. 6. Start of Orientation Programme Before classes officially begin, the school runs a planned induction program. This ensures that new students undergo a smooth transition and have a successful start to the academic year.	Admissions CCS accepts and welcomes students aged 3 to 17 (Early Years - IB Diploma) throughout the year. There are four easy steps to join CCS. 1. Application Tasks Completion: Submit the online Application Form; pay the Application Fee IDR 2,500,000 (non-refundable, with no guarantee for the seat); upload 2 years of previous or current school report cards in English (non-English documents should be translated and notarized); upload CCS Student Profile; upload Transcript (only for Year 10/Semester 2 or above). 2. Application Review: When a seat is available, the applications will be reviewed by the education leadership team and student support team; English assessments might be required if needed. 3. Acceptance: Successful applicants will receive an official acceptance email, and the payment options will be shared. The parents can choose the payment method for a term, a semester, or a year. 4. Enrollment: Once the tuition fee is received, and the rest of the required documents are completed, the new joiner and the parents will receive a welcome email from the school. The Application Tasks Completion Step is the first step; there are limited spaces and offering seats is not guaranteed. Applicants who did not get an offer due to no seat availability will be transferred to the next term. Your child can join CCS at any time if there is a place available in their year group; explore entry points to learn more about the registration process.
Scholarships	Scholarships The school does not publicly disclose information regarding any scholarships offered at this time.	Scholarships A scholarship programme is provided to attract and recognise lifelong learners who are academically excellent, socially responsible and effective communicators. CCS will make available scholarship(s) to students (Indonesian or Expat) who meet all identified scholarship requirements: must demonstrate strong academic achievement and maintain excellent academic standing; demonstrate CCS Core Values (Learning, Engagement, Respect, Balance); demonstrate commitment to Gotong Royong (Service and Learning); be in total compliance with CCS Behaviour expectations and demonstrate respect and involvement in the school community; demonstrate digital citizenship and be in compliance with the Technology Acceptable Use Policy; priority may be given to Indonesian students or those demonstrating financial need. The equivalent of 2 full-time scholarships will be available for Years 10 to 13 each academic year, typically as partial scholarships; scholarships may be renewed for up to two years. Further information is available from the Head of School or admissions team at admissions@ccsbali.com.
Waitlist	Waitlist The school does not publicly disclose information regarding a waitlist or pool system for applicants.	Waitlist If no seat is available, applications are transferred to the next term.
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