Australian Independent School Jakarta vs North Jakarta Intercultural School

	A Australian Independent School Jakarta Jakarta, Indonesia	N North Jakarta Intercultural School Jakarta, Indonesia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year IDR 74,030,000 - 389,650,000	Fees / year IDR 71,600,000 - 267,610,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Australian Curriculum, IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 800	Pupils 266
Typical class size	Typical class size 21	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Indonesian	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1996	Opened 1990
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. Boulevard Bukit Gading Raya, Kelapa Gading, Jakarta Utara 14240, Indonesia. Located in the Kelapa Gading neighbourhood of North Jakarta with access to major roads nearby.
Stages	Stages Preschool through Year 12 (ages 3 to 18).	Stages Early Years (Preschool – Kindergarten); Primary Years Programme (PYP 1-5); Middle Years Programme (MYP 1-5); Diploma Programme (DP 1-2).
School type	School type Independent international school offering an Australian curriculum.	School type IB Continuum School; WASC-accredited.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix More than 30 nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix Students come from over 20 nationalities.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning Support for students with learning difficulties and English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision.	Additional learning support English Language Learners (ELL) support and MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports); Language Policy.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Australia	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure School begins at 7:30 AM; For PYP 1 to DP 2, dismissal is at 2:45 PM, Monday through Friday; Early Years have staggered dismissal times.
Bus service details	Bus service details Optional school bus service covering certain areas, charged separately.	Bus service details NJIS provides a full school bus service with an NJIS-appointed driver and female chaperone; service is available on weekdays (Mon–Fri) during school hours from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
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 & Enrollment Fees - Application fee: IDR 2,840,000 per student (non‑refundable, non‑transferable) payable at the time of submission of the admission application. - Refundable deposit: IDR 10,000,000 held while the student is enrolled; refundable at the end of the final term (graduation or non‑re‑enrollment) once all school books and equipment are returned. - Sibling discount: 5% off tuition for each qualifying sibling (does not apply to Grades 1–5); discount applies from the second child and requires proof of legal relationship. Tuition fees by grade level (annual and per‑semester) Note: the school operates on a two‑semester academic year. Annual tuition figures and the separate "ACC" column are shown below; per‑semester figures are the annual amounts divided into two equal installments to reflect the two semesters on the school calendar. - Preschool (PS2–PS3) - ACC: IDR 13,051,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 6,525,500. - Tuition: IDR 58,549,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 29,274,500. - ACC + Tuition combined: IDR 71,600,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 35,800,000. - Pre‑K - ACC: IDR 14,760,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 7,380,000. - Tuition: IDR 70,846,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 35,423,000. - ACC + Tuition combined: IDR 85,606,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 42,803,000. - Kindergarten - ACC: IDR 14,760,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 7,380,000. - Tuition: IDR 90,920,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 45,460,000. - ACC + Tuition combined: IDR 105,680,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 52,840,000. - PYP (Grades 1–5) - ACC: IDR 35,887,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 17,943,500. - Tuition: IDR 157,307,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 78,653,500. - ACC + Tuition combined: IDR 193,194,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 96,597,000. - MYP (Grades 6–10) - ACC: IDR 44,566,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 22,283,000. - Tuition: IDR 211,054,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 105,527,000. - ACC + Tuition combined: IDR 255,620,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 127,810,000. - DP (Grades 11–12) - ACC: IDR 44,566,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 22,283,000. - Tuition: IDR 223,044,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 111,522,000. - ACC + Tuition combined: IDR 267,610,000 per year — Per semester: IDR 133,805,000. Assessment / examination and programme‑specific fees - DP2 (Grade 12) assessment fees: approximately SGD 150 per subject (typically six subjects) for AY 2025/2026; this assessment cost has been noted for recent years and may vary year to year. - MYP5 (Grade 10) e‑assessment fees: approximately SGD 94 per subject (fees noted for AY 2025/2026); students may elect selected subjects or all subjects for the full MYP e‑assessment. - Pamoja online course fees: additional charges may apply for DP students who select subjects delivered through Pamoja. Billing schedule and payment terms - Academic structure: the school academic calendar is organised into two semesters per year; the per‑semester splits above reflect that two‑semester structure. - Early‑payment pricing: listed tuition figures are shown as early‑payment prices (early‑payment terms and any discounts are part of the school's billing options). The school reviews pricing annually. - Deposit handling: the IDR 10,000,000 deposit is retained while the student is enrolled and refunded at the end of the final term after return of all school property. School bus / transport - Service: a full‑service school bus (driver and female chaperone) is provided for weekday service during school hours; seatbelts and car seats for preschool children are required. Specific bus route fees and invoicing are arranged through the school's transport/registration process. Uniforms, merchandise and other routine costs - Uniform and merchandise sample prices (retail merchandise shop figures): - NJIS Sport Bag: IDR 210,000. - NJIS Hat: IDR 63,000. - NJIS Hoodie: IDR 262,500. - NJIS Bottle: IDR 84,000. - New NJIS Houses Hoodie: IDR 250,000. - Team sport uniforms, after‑school activity (ASA) fees and individual extra‑curricular vendor fees: charged at cost or on a per‑activity basis; after‑school activity fees vary by activity and are billed separately. Field‑trip and camp costs vary by year and programme. Typical examples given for camps and trips show a wide range (for example, Week Without Walls camps have previously been quoted in the range of IDR 2,000,000 up to IDR 25,000,000 depending on grade and trip; class learning trips have been noted around IDR 1,000,000). These activities are invoiced separately when organised. Refund information - Refundable deposit: the IDR 10,000,000 deposit is refundable at the conclusion of enrolment provided all school books and equipment have been returned. - Other refunds: programme‑specific or activity refunds (for example field trips, ASAs) are subject to the terms and timing of those activities; amounts for external examinations (IB assessment fees) are charged by external bodies and are not refundable by the school if the external body's rules do not allow refunds. Fee payment options and invoicing contacts - Uniforms/merchandise: school merchandise is offered through the school shop with an online ordering / payment link for merchandise. - Tuition and other fees: tuition billing, payment schedules (annual/semester options), invoicing and accepted payment methods are arranged through the school's Admissions and Business Office; the Admissions Team and main school contacts handle fee inquiries and registration. Contact details include admissionsteam@njis.org and the school's main phone/WhatsApp numbers. Boarding - Boarding: the school does not provide boarding facilities; NJIS is operated as a day school. Notes on additional charges - Replacement/late charges: lost or damaged library and textbook replacement charges, processing and administrative charges are applied where books or resources are not returned; outstanding charges may block report card issuance until settled. After‑school activity fees, team competition costs, and off‑site trip costs are charged separately. (End of fees overview.)
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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 NJIS offers the International Baccalaureate framework across its programs: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP 1-2). The PYP covers six subject areas—Language and literature, Social Studies, Mathematics, Arts, Personal, social and physical education, and Sciences—and uses transdisciplinary themes and a Learner Profile with attributes such as Inquirer, Thinker, Communicator, Principled, Open-minded, Caring, Risk-Taker, Balanced, and Reflective. The MYP centers on eight subject groups and emphasizes holistic learning, intercultural awareness, and communication. The Diploma Programme is a two-year, university-preparatory path with six subjects chosen from Groups 1–6, a Core including the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and Creativity, Activity and Service, and dedicated university counselling; placement at leading universities worldwide is supported by NJIS. University Counselling is provided from MYP 3 through DP2, with tools like the Cialfo platform to support research and applications; NJIS has placed graduates at leading universities worldwide.
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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 University Counselling is provided from MYP 3 through DP2, guiding course selection, university options, scholarships, and career pathways. The programme uses the Cialfo platform for real-time access to university research tools, timelines, and communication resources. NJIS has placed students at leading universities around the globe, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and beyond.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
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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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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
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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 1. Inquire or book a site visit. Prospective families can book a site visit at NJIS or submit an inquiry form; an admissions officer will reach out to discuss enrollment options. 2. Admissions team contact. After you submit the inquiry or complete a form, the Admission team will contact you for further arrangements. 3. Submit admission application forms and pay the application fee. Submit the admission application forms and pay the non‑refundable IDR 2,840,000 application fee; details about the application forms are provided by the admissions team. 4. Complete enrollment procedures. Enrollment involves signing an Enrollment Agreement and completing required documents including a Student Data Sheet, a Student Health Card, and a Media Release Form.
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 NJIS offers scholarships to recognize exceptional students who demonstrate a strong track record of academic achievement and a commitment to community service. Phase 1: Documentation — Complete the application form and prepare documents (Birth Certificate, Family Registry, Lower School & Middle School Graduate Certificates, past three years of report cards, all National Exam results, two recommendation letters, and a motivation essay). Phase 2: Entrance Test — An email will be sent to arrange eligibility to conduct the entrance test. Phase 3: Interview — Candidates who pass the first two phases will be invited to an interview with the Head of School. Phase 4: Results — Admission consultants will email the results indicating scholarship eligibility.
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