Medan Independent School vs Sampoerna Academy Medan - Citra
Medan Independent School and Sampoerna Academy Medan - Citra are both in Medan, about 4 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes. Medan Independent School also offers American, and Sampoerna Academy Medan - Citra also offers IEYC, Singapore, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels. Published annual fees are IDR 51,598,000 - 260,803,000 at Medan Independent School and IDR 500,000 - 162,000,000 at Sampoerna Academy Medan - Citra, which puts Medan Independent School roughly 92% higher. Medan Independent School takes pupils from 3 to 17, and Sampoerna Academy Medan - Citra from 2 to 15.
IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Singapore Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP)
Pupils
Pupils
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Pupils
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Typical class size
Typical class size
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Typical class size
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Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
1969
Opened
2016
Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Medan Independent School is located at Jalan Tali Air No. 5, Jamin Ginting KM 10, Medan 20141, Mangga, Medan Tuntungan, North Sumatra, Indonesia. The campus is in Medan, a city on the island of Sumatra. The school serves both Indonesian and international students.
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Stages
Stages
The MIS offers IB programmes from Early Childhood through high school (K-12), including the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP).
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School type
School type
Private day international school.
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Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
Approximately 60% Indonesian students, about 3% dual citizenship, and around 37% international students.
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided. MIS does not employ dedicated Special Needs (ABK) teachers; teachers have broad experience working with diverse learning needs and student support is evaluated per student.
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
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Country affiliation
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Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
Monday to Friday: 07:45–09:25 Learning Block 1; 09:25–09:45 Break; 09:50–12:15 Learning Block 2; 12:15–12:50 Lunch; 12:55–14:30 Learning Block 3; 14:30–14:45 Dismissal; 14:45–15:45 Co-curricular (CCA). Specialist classes include Music, Art, Bahasa Indonesia, Library, Swimming, PE, and IB Core; Indonesian nationals may attend a Religion class on Thursdays during CCA.
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Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application / Registration Fee
- Registration Fee (one-time, payable for enrollment into K3 and above): IDR 45,000,000. The Registration Fee is paid once per student for the duration of their enrolment at the school (not required for K1 and K2 entry).
Capital / Development Fee
- Capital Fee (annual, charged for all year groups): IDR 25,000,000 per year. This fee is charged each year to support the school's development and maintenance.
Tuition fees by year group (annual, per-semester and per-term breakdowns shown)
- Kindergarten 1 (Age 3+): - Tuition (annual): IDR 49,460,000. - Tuition (per semester, 2 payments): IDR 24,730,000. - Tuition (per term, 4 payments): IDR 12,365,000. - Capital Fee (annual): IDR 25,000,000 (see Capital / Development Fee). - Registration Fee (one-time if entering K3 or above): not applicable for K1/K2 entry; registration applies at K3+.
- Kindergarten 3 (Age 5+): - Tuition (annual): IDR 95,000,000. - Tuition (per semester): IDR 47,500,000. - Tuition (per term): IDR 23,750,000. - Capital Fee (annual): IDR 25,000,000. - Registration Fee (one-time, if new to K3 or above): IDR 45,000,000.
- Primary (PYP Grades 1–6): - Grade 1–2 (PYP 1–2) — Tuition (annual): IDR 150,000,000. - Per semester: IDR 75,000,000. - Per term: IDR 37,500,000. - Grade 3–4 (PYP 3–4) — Tuition (annual): IDR 180,000,000. - Per semester: IDR 90,000,000. - Per term: IDR 45,000,000. - Grade 5–6 (PYP 5–6) — Tuition (annual): IDR 210,000,000. - Per semester: IDR 105,000,000. - Per term: IDR 52,500,000. - Capital Fee (annual): IDR 25,000,000 per student. - Registration Fee (one-time for new entrants at K3 and above): IDR 45,000,000 where applicable.
- Middle Years (MYP Grades 7–10): - Grade 7–8 — Tuition (annual): IDR 225,000,000. - Per semester: IDR 112,500,000. - Per term: IDR 56,250,000. - Grade 9–10 — Tuition (annual): IDR 240,000,000. - Per semester: IDR 120,000,000. - Per term: IDR 60,000,000. - Capital Fee (annual): IDR 25,000,000. - Registration Fee (one-time for new entrants at K3 and above): IDR 45,000,000 where applicable.
- Diploma Programme (DP Grades 11–12): - Grade 11–12 — Tuition (annual): IDR 250,000,000. - Per semester: IDR 125,000,000. - Per term: IDR 62,500,000. - Capital Fee (annual): IDR 25,000,000. - Registration Fee (one-time for new entrants at K3 and above): IDR 45,000,000 where applicable. - Additional DP costs: IB examination fees are charged to DP students when applicable (estimated at around IDR 17,000,000 subject to final IB billing and exchange-rate adjustments). Pamoja online course fees apply where students use Pamoja and are invoiced as appropriate.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Payment frequencies available: annual (single payment), semester (2 payments per year), or term (4 payments per year). When paying by semester or term, tuition is divided accordingly and invoiced on the schedule shown on the school invoice. - For new enrolments, the Registration Fee (where applicable), Capital Fee and the tuition for the first term must be paid in advance before the student starts classes. - Fee currency and exchange-rate adjustments: the school operates fee billing linked to Rupiah and US Dollar; fees and the conversion rate are reviewed and may be adjusted each term to reflect exchange-rate movement. An example mechanism described in the policy references the Bank Indonesia average rate and termly adjustments. - Late-payment penalty: outstanding fee balances are subject to a late-payment charge (example: 2% per month) and the school may withhold access, reports, and certificates until accounts are cleared.
Boarding / Residence
- Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school. No boarding fees apply.
Other costs and optional fees
- IB examination fees for DP students (paid to the IB and billed via the school): approximately IDR 17,000,000 per DP student (may vary with IB fees and exchange rates). Pamoja online course fees apply where used by DP students and will be added to the student invoice. - Transport / bus service: school-provided bus transport is available at additional cost; bus availability and routes are limited and charged separately. - Books, stationery and learning materials: the standard tuition fee includes books, stationery and learning materials for the academic year. Personal items (for example a laptop/tablet for older grades) and some optional activities (after‑school clubs, private music lessons, school photographs, yearbook, excursions) may incur additional charges as itemised on invoices. DP students are typically required to supply a personal laptop/MacBook for DP study.
Refund information
- All school fees are non‑refundable. For new enrolments the Registration Fee and other charges required to secure the place are non‑refundable; invoices and the school's fee policy state that fees already paid will not be returned.
Fee payment options and banking details
- Primary payment method: bank transfer. Domestic IDR transfers use the school's Mandiri Cash Management account as specified on each invoice. International USD transfers are accepted to the school's Bank Mandiri USD account (SWIFT: BMRIIDJA); beneficiaries and account numbers are provided on the school invoice. - Invoices include the payment instructions applicable to the family's chosen currency and payment schedule; the school adjusts invoiced amounts for exchange‑rate mechanisms when applicable. Late fees and payment terms are shown on each Tuition Fees Account.
Discounts and special charges
- Sibling discount: the school offers a sibling discount (example: 5% discount applied to the second child onwards enrolled in the same academic year). Specific discount rules are applied to tuition charges and detailed on invoices.
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Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
The school is an International Baccalaureate Continuum School and the only IB Continuum School in Sumatra. The curriculum uses United States standards (AERO, NGSS, Common Core, ISTE) and is taught within the IB framework. The school offers the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). English is the language of instruction. The programme emphasizes inquiry-based, student-centered learning within an IB context.
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Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
DP graduates have progressed to universities in the United States and other countries, including Arizona State University, Boston University, Michigan State University, New York University, Ohio State University, Purdue University, University of California campuses (Irvine and Davis), and others.
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. Fill out a Basic Application. Registration is now open; if there are questions, contact a member of the MIS team. 2. Schedule a Personal Interview Day. It is best to discuss everything you need to know upfront before making a decision. 3. Experience a Day of School. Three trial days are offered free of charge for all grades to experience learning at MIS. 4. Eligibility Assessment. All students are encouraged to arrange a FREE trial session prior to registration. Students entering Grade 3 or above must complete the MAP test in Reading Comprehension, Language & Literature, and Math. Students who are three or more grade levels behind the grade they are applying for may be denied admission. 5. Age Eligibility. Students should be at least 3 years old and potty-trained at enrollment. Entrance ages for other grades are based on a student's age as of Oct 1 and academic records. 6. International Transfer. MIS strongly recommends that students coming from southern hemisphere schools (Jan–Dec calendars) repeat a semester of their current grade rather than skip a semester of the next grade; each case will be decided individually. 7. Note on Fees and Policies. There is no Registration Fee for Kindergarten 1 & 2; a Registration Fee is charged upon enrollment to Kindergarten 3 (including students continuing from Kindergarten 2). DP/MYP students should bring their own devices (MYP: iPad or MacBook; DP: MacBook). The Tuition Fee displayed is for one academic year and includes books, stationery, and learning materials; fees can be paid by semester or by term. A Capital Fee is charged annually to support development and maintenance. A sibling discount of 5% applies to the second child onwards in the same academic year. All figures are reference; the final amount is as stated in the invoice. For new enrolments, the Registration, Capital, and first-term tuition fees must be paid in advance before the student enters. DP students are subject to a DP Exam Fee and Pamoja Fee (if applicable). Please contact Marketing for current promotions and discounts.
