Australian Independent School Jakarta vs New Zealand School Jakarta

	A Australian Independent School Jakarta Jakarta, Indonesia	N New Zealand School Jakarta Jakarta, Indonesia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year IDR 74,030,000 - 389,650,000	Fees / year IDR 58,140,000 - 241,000,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Australian Curriculum, IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 800	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 21	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Indonesian	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1996	Opened 2002
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location AIS Jakarta is located at Jl. Pejaten Barat No.68, Jakarta Selatan 12510, Jakarta, Indonesia. The AIS campuses are in Jakarta and Bali; the Jakarta campus is accessible by road and offers an optional bus service covering certain areas.	Location Jl. Kemang Selatan I No.1A, Kemang, Mampang Prapatan, South Jakarta, 12730, Indonesia. Located in the Kemang area of South Jakarta.
Stages	Stages Preschool through Year 12 (ages 3 to 18).	Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Pre-University
School type	School type Independent international school offering an Australian curriculum.	School type International school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix More than 30 nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix The community represents 20 nationalities, with Indonesian students constituting about one-third of the student base.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning Support for students with learning difficulties and English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision.	Additional learning support NZSJ is committed to providing learning support for all children, including those with special needs. Children identified with special learning needs and disabilities will be assessed to determine the appropriate support. The school offers specialist programmes addressing barriers to learning within available resources; parents are encouraged to discuss requirements early, and may be asked to provide a recent psychologist's or medical report during admissions.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Australia	Country affiliation New Zealand
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Bus service details	Bus service details Optional school bus service covering certain areas, charged separately.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Australian Independent School Jakarta publishes its 2026 School Fees for Mainstream Students in IDR. A one-time non-refundable Application Fee of IDR 2,000,000 is payable on submission of the application form. A one-time non-refundable Registration Fee of IDR 5,000,000 is payable upon acceptance. A refundable Enrolment Notice Deposit of IDR 5,000,000 is also charged. Annual tuition fees by year level Annual tuition is Preschool 3, 3 days/week: IDR 74,030,000; Preschool 3, 5 days/week: IDR 123,390,000; Preschool 4: IDR 160,550,000; Foundation: IDR 254,830,000; Year 1: IDR 323,300,000; Year 2: IDR 333,450,000; Year 3: IDR 335,240,000; Year 4: IDR 335,240,000; Year 5: IDR 342,380,000; Year 6: IDR 348,270,000; Year 7: IDR 378,220,000; Year 8: IDR 378,220,000; Year 9: IDR 378,220,000; Year 10: IDR 378,220,000; Year 11: IDR 389,650,000; Year 12: IDR 389,650,000. Billing schedule and payment terms Fees may be paid annually, by semester, or by term. The annual-basis total payable, including the listed capital levy, ranges from IDR 100,530,000 to IDR 442,650,000. Other costs The annual Capital Levy is IDR 26,500,000 for Preschool and IDR 53,000,000 from Foundation to Year 12. A Technology Levy of IDR 6,500,000 applies to Year 3 and new Year 4–6 students. A refundable Textbook Deposit of IDR 4,050,000 applies to Years 7–12. Annual bus fees are IDR 37,320,000–IDR 74,600,000, depending on area and one-way/two-way use. Boarding is not listed. The fee sheet does not state payment methods.	Fee details Application fees - IDR 4,000,000 payable once on application for Early Years. - IDR 5,000,000 payable once on application for Primary and Secondary. - The application fee is non‑refundable. Tuition fees (fee figures shown in Indonesian Rupiah) All fee figures below are presented per the school's published payment plans: Annual Plan, Half‑Year Plan and Termly Plan. Amounts are shown as the full IDR value (the school publishes the figures in IDR million; these have been converted to full IDR amounts). - Pre‑School (8:00–12:00) - Annual Plan: IDR 58,140,000. - Half‑Year Plan: IDR 61,400,000. - Termly Plan: IDR 63,100,000. - Pre‑School (8:00–14:00) - Annual Plan: IDR 99,700,000. - Half‑Year Plan: IDR 103,000,000. - Termly Plan: IDR 104,700,000. - Kindergarten - Annual Plan: IDR 101,500,000. - Half‑Year Plan: IDR 105,900,000. - Termly Plan: IDR 111,300,000. - Grade 1 to 6 (Primary) - Annual Plan: IDR 233,300,000. - Half‑Year Plan: IDR 241,400,000. - Termly Plan: IDR 249,500,000. - Grade 7 to 12 (Secondary) — Indonesian student fee line as published - Annual Plan: IDR 241,400,000. - Half‑Year Plan: IDR 249,500,000. - Termly Plan: IDR 104,700,000. - International student fees (per published plans) - Pre‑School (8:00–12:00): Annual IDR 70,700,000 / Half‑Year IDR 74,800,000 / Termly IDR 76,900,000. - Pre‑School (8:00–14:00): Annual IDR 112,300,000 / Half‑Year IDR 116,400,000 / Termly IDR 118,600,000. - Kindergarten: Annual IDR 123,600,000 / Half‑Year IDR 129,100,000 / Termly IDR 134,600,000. - Grade 1 to 6: Annual IDR 273,900,000 / Half‑Year IDR 284,100,000 / Termly IDR 294,200,000. - Grade 7 to 12: Annual IDR 289,800,000 / Half‑Year IDR 289,800,000 / Termly IDR 300,100,000. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school offers three billing/payment plans: Annual Plan, Half‑Year Plan and Termly Plan; invoices are issued according to the plan chosen. - Place confirmation requires payment of the Annual Development Levy (ADL) and first tuition instalment as stated in the Offer Letter. - The ADL is paid for a full year and is pro‑rated by term only when a student joins part‑way through the academic year. - The invoice will show the payment due date; if tuition remains unpaid after the invoice due date, a late payment penalty of 2% per month will be applied. If tuition remains unpaid after one month, class attendance may be prohibited and grades, transcripts or other records may be withheld. Boarding - The school does not operate boarding; fees shown apply to day students. Other costs and fees (additional to tuition and ADL) - Additional, separately charged items include: catering/canteen, school uniform, after‑school activities (ASAs) and camps, and examination fees for Secondary students. Specific amounts for these items are charged separately. Refund information - The Annual Development Levy (ADL) and the Application Fee are non‑refundable. - Tuition refunds are considered at the school's discretion and will be considered where evidence is provided that the student is leaving the country; other hardship cases may be considered as required. Discounts and concessions - Multi‑Year ADL Discount: Families who pay three or more years' ADL in advance receive a 50% discount on the ADL. - Family Discount: Second sibling receives 5% off tuition; third sibling and beyond receive 10% off tuition. - Referral Discount: For each new referred family that enrols for a year, the referring family receives a discount equal to one month's tuition for their youngest child (pro rated if the referred family enrols for less than a year). Fee payment options - Bank transfer is accepted. Payment details provided for fee payment include Bank Central Asia (BCA) account details (account name Solusi Edukasi Bangsa PT, BCA account number and SWIFT code as shown on the school's payment form). Proof of payment is submitted via the school's payment confirmation form. - Payment is confirmed when the required deposit/fees are received as specified in the Offer Letter and the school's invoice. Brief notes on missing itemisation - Specific itemised amounts for the Annual Development Levy (ADL) separated out from the published total, uniform prices, catering/canteen costs, and detailed examination or ASA prices are not published with the tuition table and are charged separately; parents receive these amounts at registration or on individual invoices.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The Australian Curriculum is applied with a differentiated, individualized approach to teaching and a balanced curriculum. The Australian Curriculum is applied from Preschool through to Year 10, with eight learning areas and seven general capabilities guiding learning. Senior students in Years 11 and 12 undertake the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP), IB Courses, a School Based Program, or a Hybrid model. A Vocational Education & Training (VET) option is also offered for students pursuing pathways outside university. The program emphasises inquiry-based learning and the development of communication and critical-thinking skills.	Curriculum details New Zealand Curriculum (NZC) underpins learning at New Zealand School Jakarta. The school was founded to bring the well-rounded NZC to learners of all nationalities in Jakarta, and NZC is delivered across Preschool to Grade 12. Early Years learning is based on Te Whāriki, the New Zealand Early Childhood Education Curriculum. In 2019, the Ministry of Education accreditation scored 93% for Primary and 91% for Secondary, reflecting strong outcomes. The school aligns the academic year to a July–June cycle to accommodate international and Indonesian students. The school is located in Kemang, South Jakarta, at Jl. Kemang Selatan I No.1A, 12730.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates have pathways to leading universities in Australia or globally, with successful progression through the IB Diploma Programme.	Higher education progression Graduates pursue higher education at universities, and NZSJ provides guidance and support for university applications and the application process.
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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 —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Parent experience	Parent experience
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
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Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
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Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
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Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Applications for admission are accepted throughout the school year. AIS Jakarta follows the Australian Curriculum and the school year runs from January to December. At admission, students are evaluated for year-level placement with the aim of progressing to the International Baccalaureate Diploma and/or the AIS High School Diploma. The admissions team is available to assist applicants to ensure a smooth enrolment process.	Admissions Join Our Community! NZSJ seeks to admit students who we believe will thrive in our environment. Education is a partnership between the school, students and families, and we aim to understand your family's goals and values to make sure that NZSJ is the right school for your family. To that end, the admissions process is as follows: 1. Visit, Tour, and Trial: Nothing beats coming and seeing the School for yourself and giving your child the opportunity to trial. A Discovery Chat with the Head of School, a tour of the School, and a trial for your child are offered. An extended trial is available if needed. You can schedule a Discovery Chat, a tour, or a trial by contacting our Admissions Officer. Information on your child's Grade Placement, School Fees and our Academic Calendar for the year is available. 2. Submit Enrolment Form: Once you have decided NZSJ is the right school for your child, contact our Admissions Office for an application form, or download the Application Form. Admission into NZSJ is by assessment and is designed to make sure that we are the right school for your child to thrive. 3. Pay Deposit: A non-refundable application fee is to be paid upon submission of the application form. 4. Registration Confirmation: Based on the assessment, the School will offer your child a place in an Offer Letter. The place is confirmed once payment of the Annual Development Levy and first tuition is made as per the Offer Letter.
Scholarships	Scholarships 1. The AIS Indonesia Scholarship Programme was launched in 2015 to provide opportunities for deserving Indonesian students each year. Four academic scholarships are available to academically talented Indonesian students who would benefit from and contribute to AIS's international campus in Pejaten, South Jakarta. The scholarship covers 100% of tuition, 100% of the IB Diploma exam fees, and 100% of the capital development fees for the duration of the program; the family covers other costs such as uniforms, camps, and extra-curricular activities. 2. Eligibility requires Indonesian citizenship residing in Indonesia, fluent English, an outstanding academic record, and alignment with the IB Learner Profile; applicants must not currently be enrolled at an AIS-Indonesia campus and must be in Year 10. 3. The application requires a completed Scholarship Application Form, school reports for the past two years, a 500-word essay, two passport photos, copies of the passport and birth certificate, SKHUN, and the Junior High School Certificate. 4. The deadline for the 2025 scholarship application is Thursday, 22 May 2025. 5. Applications are submitted by email to scholarship@ais-Indonesia.com with the required documents.	Scholarships NZSJ Scholarship NZSJ offers scholarships to reward exceptional performance and a passion for learning in accordance with the opportunity to realise one's full potential. Scholarships are given to deserving students based on their academic ability, leadership potential, unique abilities, or other characteristics. Candidates may hold a maximum of one of four scholarship categories: Academic Scholarship, Arts Scholarships, Sports Scholarships, and Koru Scholarships. Academic Scholarship: Exceptional new students are eligible to apply; the applicant should have attained exceptional academic results in science, maths, and English. Arts Scholarships: Applicants should demonstrate aptitude in one major of dance, visual art, or drama; a background in music should demonstrate talent on at least one instrument or achieve ABRSM grade 6 or higher; a portfolio or audition may be required to showcase artistic abilities. Sports Scholarships: Candidates should demonstrate skill in two competitive sports; applicable to exceptional new students or ongoing students participating in a sports exhibition. Koru Scholarships: Students with special talents or who have consistently achieved excellence in a particular field may also be considered for a scholarship. Eligibility Criteria: 1) Academic Scholarship — exceptional results in science, maths and English; strong commitment to academic excellence. 2) Arts Scholarship — exceptional talent and dedication in arts; portfolio or audition may be required. 3) Sport Scholarship — exceptional sportsmanship, dedication and skill; sports resume or video may be required. 4) Koru Scholarship — special talents and leadership. General Requirements: Maintain good academic standing; submit a completed scholarship application form; provide two letters of recommendation; write a personal statement (max 500 words); participate in an interview if required; agree to terms including community service. Documentation: Transcripts or academic records; art portfolios (Arts); sports resumes (Sports); proof of residence and citizenship; any additional materials specified by the scholarship committee. Application Deadline: The application deadline for the School Scholarship Programme is January 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Selection Process: The scholarship selection committee will evaluate all applications based on eligibility, documentation, and interviews. Scholarship awards are competitive and based on merit and potential. Scholarship Benefits: The School Scholarship Programme covers partial school fees; the exact amount and duration are determined by the scholarship committee. How to Apply: Applicants should obtain the scholarship application form from the website, complete it, and submit it with all required documentation by the deadline. The submission instructions will be provided with the application form. For inquiries or assistance, please contact [email protected] or +62813-1196-3782. Note: Meeting the eligibility criteria and submitting all required documentation do not guarantee a scholarship award; scholarship decisions are final and at the discretion of the scholarship selection committee.
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