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ACS Jakarta operates on two campuses: East Campus (Setu) in Jakarta Timur and West Campus (BSD City) in Tangerang, Banten. The East Campus is located at Jl. Bantar Jati, Kelurahan Setu, Jakarta Timur 13880 (Setu area), and the West Campus is located at BSD Niaga Timur N-09, BSD City, Tangerang 15858, Banten. Both campuses are accessible via toll roads and public transport.

Primary and Secondary (ages 6-18).

International Baccalaureate World School and an authorized Cambridge Centre.

Methodist

Students arrive by 7:25am and morning assembly occurs before lessons begin at 7:50am. Kindergarten finishes at 12:00pm, Grades 1–6 finish at 2:30pm, and Grades 7–12 finish at 3:30pm, after which Co-Curricular Activities run. Primary runs a 45-period week (about 9 periods per day) and Secondary runs 49–54 periods per week (about 10–11 periods per day); each period is 35 minutes with Snack Time and Lunch Break.

Currently, the school does not offer transport to or from school; students come in their own cars.

The school has a cafeteria with six kiosks and one drink counter that can cater to more than 500 students.

The school has four houses – KHD, Kartini, Oldham and Thoburn. The aim of the House system is to promote and develop clean and keen competition in sports and other areas, both individually and amongst the Houses. Ki Hajar Dewantara (KHD) is named after Ki Hajar Dewantara, a pioneer of Indonesian education; Kartini is named after Raden Ajeng Kartini, a national heroine who fought for women's rights; Oldham is named after Bishop William F Oldham, founder of ACS in 1886; Thoburn is named after Bishop James Thoburn, a pioneer of the ACS mission.

ACS Jakarta is part of the Anglo-Chinese School family of schools and was the first overseas ACS campus. In 2006 it moved to a purpose-built campus in Cilangkap. ACS is an International Baccalaureate World School and Cambridge Centre; ACS is a network of Methodist institutions, and all ACS schools are Methodist.

IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) at ACS Jakarta; authorized since 2007. A three-year Pre-IB pathway is offered for Grade 10 intake and feeds into the IBDP, while the IGCSE pathway leads into the IBDP. The Diploma Programme comprises six subject groups and a DP Core (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, Creativity, Activity and Service). In the DP, ACS Jakarta offers a range of Group 1 English A, Indonesian A, and Korean A; Group 2 Language B and Ab Initio options; Groups 3–6 covering Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and Arts. These are the IBDP subjects ACS Jakarta is currently offering, with a standard DP grading system from 1 to 7.

May 2025 IB Diploma Results announced for the Class of 2025.

Graduates have gone on to universities including Harvard University, Nagoya University, University of Melbourne, and the University of Hong Kong, among others.

ACS Jakarta emphasizes intellectual, personal, emotional, and social growth within a holistic learning environment. There are dedicated school counselors for both primary and secondary students to support wellbeing. Primary counselors are Ms. Frederika Anak Agung Meilasty Anggraini and Ms. Louise Mae Bangsal Lapuz. Secondary counselors are Ms. Evlijn Pasha Widjast, Ms. Arielle Claresta, and Ms. Vamela Priscilia.

The school does not cater for special needs students.

The language of instruction is English. All main English Language classes are taught by expatriate teachers from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore, the United Kingdom and the United States. Students with limited English may be required to attend a bridging English Language course before admission; these bridging sessions run on Saturdays.

School counselors provide support for mental wellbeing in both primary and secondary. Primary counselors are Ms. Frederika Anak Agung Meilasty Anggraini and Ms. Louise Mae Bangsal Lapuz; Secondary counselors are Ms. Evlijn Pasha Widjast, Ms. Arielle Claresta, and Ms. Vamela Priscilia. The school also has a full-time Methodist Chaplain who provides spiritual and pastoral support.

There is a full-time Methodist Chaplain at the school. The campus has policies and practices to support safety, with all visitors required to report to Security on arrival. A CCTV monitoring system covers strategic locations and security guards are stationed across the grounds to enhance safety.

1. Language and eligibility: Prospective students must have adequate proficiency in English because all lessons (except Bahasa Indonesia and Chinese) are taught in English. Inquiries and applications are directed to the admissions office. For East Campus, Grades 16 contact Ms. Megaputri at 021-84597175 ext. Devina at 021-84597175 ext. For West Campus, Grades 16 contact Ms. Priska at 021-84597175 ext. Irza at 021-84597175 ext.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The school operates under the Singapore brand of education. It is explicitly modeled after ACS (International) in Singapore.

ACS Bali operates with a Methodist Christian heritage.

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.

The school does not currently provide information regarding a dedicated school bus or coach service.

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.

ACS Bali integrates social and emotional support through a structured pastoral care network centered around homeroom and form teachers. In the Primary School, homeroom teachers monitor conduct, encourage high standards, develop character, and observe peer relationships while offering direct guidance. Form teachers carry out this same role for students in the Secondary School. This structure is designed to ensure every student feels safe, affirmed, and contented, thereby helping them achieve their full potential.

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provisions, supported conditions, or specialized SEN staff.

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) provisions, dedicated staff, or specific language support programs.

Mental wellbeing at ACS Bali is primarily managed through the daily observations and guidance provided by the pastoral care network of homeroom and form teachers. To support more complex needs, the school is appointing a specialist Emotional Counsellor.

ACS Bali maintains a Code of Conduct that explicitly outlines the responsibility of all members to ensure the community feels safe and secure at all times. The school enforces a strict zero-tolerance policy for any form of bullying behavior. However, comprehensive child protection protocols or formal safeguarding policy documents are not publicly disclosed on the website.

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.

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding any scholarships offered at this time.

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding a waitlist or pool system for applicants.