Compare French Curriculum International Schools in Jakarta, Indonesia

Jalan Cipete Dalam no.32, Jakarta Selatan 12410, Indonesia

Nursery, elementary and secondary (nursery through high school)

French international school with bilingual French-English program

Approximately 35 nationalities represented; Indonesian nationality included

Indonesia

Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 5:00 pm

School transport is provided

Half-board meals are provided at the school canteen; lunch is served on site and can be registered for the whole week or for selected days via the Eduka portal. The catering accommodates dietary needs including vegetarian options, and no outside food may be eaten at lunch. Pork is not served.

The FSJ polo shirt is worn for school outings.

The school canteen serves meals with a starter, a Western or Asian main course, and a dessert; on-site dining rooms are used for meals. Half-board options are available with online registration for the week or specific days; vegetarian options and accommodations for food allergies are available; no pork is served; no outside food may be eaten at lunch.

FSJ is governed by a Board of Governors and a School Education Board under an AEFE agreement, with seven parent-elected representatives and seven consultative members; there is also a School Governing Board and student representation. The school is owned by Yayasan Ecole Internationale Francaise (FSJ Foundation) and is part of the AEFE network.

FSJ follows the French Ministry of National Education curriculum across all sections. Elementary classes are organized into sections to support multiple language pathways. English as a second language is taught for 3 hours per week; there is an optional 2.5 hours per week of subject teaching through the integration of a foreign language (EMILE). Bahasa Indonesia is taught for 45 minutes per week to all students. In Kindergarten the language of instruction is French, with bilingual English options; PS and MS have half of activities in English, while GS emphasizes French and prepares for CP. Primary language pathways include Plurilingual reinforced French, General French reinforced, English+ (CLIL), and International Section and International American Section, each with specific hour allocations by pathway (e.g., International Section: French 17h45, English 3h, International Section 2h, EMILE 2h30, Bahasa Indonesia 0h45).

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In 2024 FSJ achieved a 100% pass rate in the Baccalaureate, with 80% passing with honors, and a 100% pass rate in the Diplôme National du Brevet, with 94% passing with honors.

The Baccalaureate provides access to higher education. Parcoursup is the national platform for pre-registration to the first year of higher education in France. The school notes continuity from primary to secondary so students can eventually pursue the Option Internationale du Brevet des collèges and the Baccalauréat Français International (BFI), supporting study in France and internationally.

FSJ provides a warm, family-like environment with a strong focus on personalized support. The school works with families to support each student in developing their training path and study project. A structure called GAS (Groupe d'Aide et de Soutien) coordinates case-by-case assistance for learning or behavioral needs. The educational team collaborates with parents and the class teacher to tailor arrangements for individual students. The health center and speech therapy services are part of the support framework to assist diverse learners. Regular communication among teachers, the principal, and families monitors progress and well-being.

FSJ provides formal structures to support students with special educational needs. The GAS is FSJ's referral structure for coordinating such support. The Individualized Welcome Plan (PAI) handles health-related arrangements for students with chronic conditions. The Personalized Education Project (PPS) defines an individualized program for students with disabilities, with involvement from health and education professionals. The Personalised Support Plan (PAP) and the Personalized Educational Success Program (PPRE) address required learning adaptations and skill gaps. Speech therapy is available as part of the support services, coordinated with families and teachers.

French School Jakarta offers a bilingual French-English program from kindergarten to high school. The teaching team uses the French curriculum established by the French Ministry of Education. The school hosts students from many nationalities, reflecting its international community. Non-French speakers can access French language support through an intensive French language program (FLE) to quickly acquire French and join general classes. The program supports English-language instruction within the bilingual framework.

The health center provides medical, relational, and psychological support to students. Two nurses run the infirmary and are available daily to promote student health, balance, and integration into the school environment. The health center offers confidential support for students and coordinates with the director to implement PAI and PPS when needed. Staff and families collaborate through the health and safety framework to safeguard student well-being. The health protocol includes measures to maintain safety and well-being across the school day.

FSJ has safeguarding measures supported by the Health and Safety Commission, overseen by the medical department and the French Embassy's Safety Officer. The infirmary protects students at risk and provides immediate response when needed. The health center collaborates with families, teachers, and the school leadership to implement safeguarding plans through PAI, PPS, PAP, and PPRE. The school follows established protocols for health crises and emergencies and maintains a safe campus environment. The safeguarding framework emphasizes confidentiality and coordinated action to support vulnerable students.

1. Pre-register online via the Eduka portal. FSJ thanks you for submitting your request via the Eduka portal (lfjakarta.eduka.school). Registration is done online through the parent portal. 2. Prepare and submit the required documents with your pre-registration: birth certificate or copy of the French livret de famille; school attendance certificate; school attendance and dismissal certificate for CP onwards; school file and evaluation booklet; report cards for the last attended class; vaccination record (DTcp and optional BCG); copies of legal guardian's and child's passports; residence visa copy and guardian's visa copy (diplomatic or KITAS, to be handed in upon arrival); medical insurance certificate; repatriation insurance contract and assistance contact details. 3. Applications are processed through the FSJ admissions process; only applications duly completed on Eduka will be processed. 4. Admissions committee reviews submitted applications and makes decisions; you will be informed of the outcome after the committee meets (the committee is organized at the end of each term). 5. Confirmation of enrollment is sent by email from the admissions department once the committee approves your child's application, with a decision usually provided within two working days. 6. After acceptance, the finance department sends the invoice for tuition/registration fees to the identified payer. 7. Upon payment of the enrollment fee, a payment receipt is issued by the finance department together with notification of your child's definitive admission for the start of the academic year. 8. Re-enrollment for the following year is completed online in the 3rd trimester via the Eduka/parent portal; if departing, complete the departure form, return books/documents, and obtain the dismissal certificate on the last day of school.

FSJ offers the Bola d'Or 2024 scholarship, a football talent scholarship program funded by the French Embassy to Indonesia, Institut Français d'Indonésie (IFI), and The French Football Academy Jakarta (FFF) in partnership with FSJ. It provides a full academic scholarship at FSJ for the 2024/2025 school year. The program highlights football talent detection and French language initiation with IFI, and winners join FSJ with a full academic scholarship. Fatih and Mischa, Indonesian students in Grade 5, were named Bola d'Or 2024 scholarship recipients after a multi-stage selection process and joined FSJ for the 2024/2025 year.

GMIS Jakarta is located at Jl. HBR Motik No Kav 1, Block D6, Kemayoran, Jakarta Pusat. The campus sits in the Kemayoran district in central Jakarta. The area is served by GMIS's school bus transportation for students and staff.

IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), IB Diploma Programme (DP), IB Career-Related Programme (IBCP); Cambridge IGCSE; O Levels; A Levels; ABRSM; examinations under the Board of Secondary Education Indian Schools Indonesia.

Private international school; day (non-boarding)

Indonesia

Provisional start/end times: Nursery 7:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.; Kindergarten 7:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; Preparatory 7:10 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; Grade 1–5 7:10 a.m.–2:10 p.m.; Grade 6–10 7:10 a.m.–2:10 p.m.; Grade 11–12 7:10 a.m.–2:10 p.m. Maximum class size 25 students. (Times are under review to align with transportation.)

GMIS provides bus transport for students and staff. The fleet supports daily shuttle service to and from school as well as transportation for extra-curricular activities, sports events, and excursions. Buses are air-conditioned and operated by trained personnel with bus assistants; safety is the top priority to ensure students reach school safely and on time.

Uniform is the responsibility of students and parents; casual wear must be appropriate to Indonesian norms. The school store sells uniforms, PE kit, and Inter-House gear, and House T-shirts are worn for Inter-House Games; a P.E. uniform is required for Games. Girls wear a white blouse with a blue skirt and blue necktie (Nursery–Grade 12 variations); Boys wear grey trousers or shorts with a white shirt and blue necktie (Nursery–Grade 12 variations).

GMIS Jakarta has four Houses: Kartini, Tolstoy, Lincoln and Tagore; each House has its own colour. The House System provides identity within the school, supports cross-year integration, and offers opportunities for leadership, participation and competition. House T-shirts are worn on activity days, generally Saturdays.

GMIS Jakarta is self-financed and follows MOEC self-finance standards. Affiliations and accreditations include the International Baccalaureate (IB Diploma Programme and IB Primary Years Programme), Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (IGCSE, O & A Levels), Board of Secondary Education Indian Schools, Indonesia; Association of Indian Universities; Australian Music Examinations Board; University of Delhi; University of Mumbai.

GMIS Jakarta offers IB Programmes: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). It is also authorized to offer Cambridge IGCSE, O Level, and A Level examinations. ABRSM is available for music examinations, and the school offers examinations of the Board of Secondary Education Indian Schools in Indonesia. Lessons are delivered in English across the curriculum, with Bahasa Indonesia, French, Hindi, and Mandarin taught as languages. The curriculum is described as internationally transferable, combining IB and Cambridge frameworks to meet diverse student needs.

IGCSE results are published on the IGCSE RESULTS 2024 page, and IB Diploma & IBCP results are posted on the IB DIPLOMA & IBCP RESULTS page.

GMIS Jakarta hosts Universities Fair 2025 and University Expo 2025 to help students explore higher education options. These events demonstrate the school's commitment to supporting students as they plan for higher education.

GMIS Jakarta is a dynamic learning community that propagates lifelong learning and responsible citizenship through a challenging, multidisciplinary, internationally transferable curriculum. The school values diversity as a strength and treats differences as assets. It aims to develop self-confidence in each student, teach adaptability and problem solving, and prepare students to face changes vital to globalism. It develops good personal traits including a strong work ethic, self-discipline, sportsmanship and self-esteem. It is an IB World School authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme, IB Middle Years Programme, IB Primary Years Programme and IB Career-related Programme.

GMIS's PYP focuses on the total growth of the developing child, addressing social, physical, emotional and cultural needs in addition to academic welfare. It integrates social, physical, emotional and cultural development into learning. Community Service and CAS activities foster empathy and a positive attitude, supporting well-being and responsible citizenship. The school mission emphasizes self-esteem, resilience, and respect, with intercultural awareness as a core value.

Bullying of any kind is forbidden and strict action will be taken if found. The privacy and dignity of pupils are protected, and pupils are responsible to the school authorities for their conduct both in and outside the school. All pupils are expected to speak in English while in the school.

1. Rolling admissions. GMIS Jakarta enrolls students throughout the academic year for all grades. The GMIS serves the educational needs of the national and international community in Indonesia. Admission is open to all students who, in the school's opinion, will benefit from a challenging, international, English-language education, which prepares them for higher education and a life of challenge, change, and purpose.
2. Non-discrimination and placement. The school accepts students without discrimination of gender, race, religion or nationality. Admissions decisions are based on academic, personal, social, and emotional aspects of a student's school record. In accordance with published regulations, GMIS reserves the right to dismiss or ask that a student be withdrawn if: the student's best interests and needs cannot be met effectively by the school's programs and services; the student's behavior jeopardizes the welfare of the GMIS fraternity; educationally significant information is withheld from the school; school fees are not paid in accordance with GMIS Financial Regulation.
3. Language and ESL. Presently GMIS accepts students in any grade, at any English-language proficiency level. The ESL provision is explained to parents and students during admissions. During the admissions process, a language profile is begun for each student and is used to determine ESL support.
4. Age and testing. A child must be three years old to qualify for admission to Pre-primary. Admission into subsequent grades is determined on the basis of the student's performance. Prospective students are required to take an entrance test in English and Math, which is an important indicator of grade level. In addition to the admission form, prospective families receive a checklist of necessary information needed at the time of admission.
5. Documents and school year. Documents required on registration for admission include: Application Form; Birth Certificate or copy of Passport; Privacy Form; PYP General Regulations; IB-PYP Information for Parents; Test score sheet; Fee receipt. The school year is divided into two semesters. The first semester begins in mid-July, with a four-week break between December and January. The second semester runs from January to May.

Jl. Bango II No.38, RT.6/RW.3, Pondok Labu, Cilandak, South Jakarta, Jakarta 12450, Indonesia. Located in the Pondok Labu neighborhood of South Jakarta.

Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12; Primary Years Programme (Pre-K–Grade 5); Middle Years Programme (Grade 6–10); Career-related Programme (Grade 11–12).

IB Continuum school offering PYP, MYP and CP with Islamic values.

Islamic

Al Jabr Uniform is worn from Monday to Friday. There is an additional fee for Muslim Uniform.

The school is governed by a Holding Foundation and operates as a non-profit oriented institution. The Holding Foundation is chaired by H. Mohamad Riza Chalid; the Leader in Charge at that time was Mr. H. Mochtar.

The International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum is offered: Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3 to 12, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11 to 16, and Career-related Programme (CP) for ages 16 to 19. The PYP provides inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning that is student-centered and fosters lifelong learning in a caring learning community. The MYP emphasizes intellectual challenge and real-world connections, developing active, globally minded learners who are creative, critical, and reflective. The CP, an IBCP pathway, combines IB core requirements with career-related courses over two years to build transferable skills. The school highlights IB learner profiles such as Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Principled, Open-minded, Caring, Risk-takers, Balanced and Reflective as guiding dispositions. The school is described as the first Islamic IB Continuum School in South East Asia.

Graduates pursue higher education at universities including the National University of Singapore, Universitas Gadjah Mada, and Binus University. Alumni report that the IB programmes develop critical thinking, research, and global perspectives that support university study. Notable destinations include the National University of Singapore, Universitas Gadjah Mada and Binus University.

The well-being of learners is central to developing the whole person—intellectually, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Personal, Social, and Physical Education are the three pillars of Identity, Active Learning, and Interaction that shape students' well-being. Students understand that their behavior and attitudes can influence others and the environment, and they are responsible for their actions. A Holistic Program provides engaging, flexible learning experiences, including a daily 60‑minute block for Grades 2–10 that supports exploration across sports, visual arts, dance, linguistics, nature, and Islamic studies. The Quran's values are taught through discussion, understanding, and action. Social and emotional development is supported through PYP service as action, MYP service as action, and CP service learning to connect students with communities.

English language proficiency tests are part of the admission process; regardless of background, candidates must take English and Bahasa Indonesia proficiency tests in reading, writing, and speaking to thrive in the language program and the curriculum. The IB Learner Profile for Communicators emphasizes expressing ideas in more than one language, aligning with the school's multilingual environment. Al Jabr is described as a National Plus bilingual school with international facilities. Through the Taman Pendidikan Al Qur'an (TPA), Qur'an study is conducted alongside English and Arabic language learning. English and Arabic languages are integrated into learning experiences across school programs and mosque-based education. The school's bilingual emphasis supports learning languages beyond the local language.

The well-being of learners is central to keeping a balanced life and developing the whole person—intellectually, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Personal, Social, and Physical Education are the three pillars of Identity, Active Learning, and Interaction that shape students' well-being. Students understand that their behavior and attitudes can influence others and the environment, and they are responsible for their actions. A Holistic Program offers a daily 60‑minute block for Grades 2–10, enabling students to explore interests in sports, visual arts, dance, linguistics, nature, and Islamic studies. The Quran's values are learned through reading, understanding, and acting on Quranic values. Social and emotional development is strengthened through service learning in PYP, MYP, and CP, helping students engage with communities.

1. STEP 1: Please register for the waiting list. Fill in all blanks based on your kids and family's data. You will receive a waiting list number via email after submission. 2. STEP 2: School calling. The school will process admissions starting in January. The school will send an invitation email for a registration form based on the waiting list order number. 3. STEP 3: Fill in the registration form. After you have received an invitation, come to the school to buy the registration form (Rp 400.000, transferred to the school account). Then fill in the form and return it to the school. 4. STEP 4: Observation & Test. The observation and test will be scheduled accordingly. 5. STEP 5: Announcement. The observation and test results will be announced through email.

Waiting List. Candidate selection is First Come First Served in the Waiting List Log. Registration to the waiting list assigns a position, and the school processes admissions starting in January with invitations issued based on the waiting list order.