Most popular international schools in Surabaya

Sekolah Ciputra Surabaya is an IB World School delivering the full IB continuum—PYP, MYP and DP—alongside an Early Years Foundation Stage for Playgroup through Grade 12. English is the language of instruction, with Bahasa Indonesia central to the core curriculum and Mandarin offered as an additional language. The school follows the PYP for ages 3–12, MYP for Grades 7–10, and DP for Grades 11–12, with core DP components TOK, EE and CAS. Founded in 1996, Sekolah Ciputra is fully accredited by WASC and holds SPK status with an A rating, and it is a member of EARCOS. The campus is purpose-built with extensive facilities to support learning across the IB framework. Extracurricular activities run on multiple days in three trimesters, including arts, sports and service. Notable features include Grade 6 PYP Exhibition, Indonesian Ministry graduation certificate for PYP 6, service learning in MYP and a two-year DP with college counselling.

Cita Hati Christian School West Campus is part of a private Christian IB Continuum system that delivers IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme alongside Cambridge Primary and Cambridge IGCSE across campuses. The West Campus, opened in 2008 in Citraland, provides education from Pre-School to Elementary with modern facilities, labs, libraries and spaces for art, design, music and PE. Students explore inquiry-based learning in an environment that encourages curiosity, faith, and service. The school operates the Cheetah Spirit sports program, offering professional coaching and competition opportunities in a safe, supportive setting. The community emphasizes service, character, and leadership as part of daily life, aligning with its IB ethos. Students benefit from dedicated language support, science and computer labs, and vibrant arts spaces that foster creativity. The campus culture stresses collaboration, critical thinking, and resilience, preparing students to pursue higher education while staying rooted in a faith-based community.

Surabaya Cambridge School offers a blended Cambridge and local curriculum for international-minded families. From Cambridge Primary through IGCSE, Cambridge International AS and A Levels, alongside the Indonesian national curriculum, students follow a rigorously planned path to university study worldwide. The Preschool and Primary building sits in Perumahan Alam Galaxy with a library, laboratory and quiet spaces for outdoor learning, while the Secondary Building at Jalan Raya Jelidro II houses dedicated science laboratories, a library, a cafeteria and a secure, well-ventilated classroom environment. The school's trilingual program provides instruction in English, Mandarin and Bahasa Indonesia, supporting global communication and cultural awareness. Cambridge checkpoints and exams prepare students for independent study, while a strong emphasis on character and service guides daily life. Extra-curricular options include performing arts, sports, design, programming and public speaking. The school maintains family partnerships to support learning, with graduates earning places at universities worldwide that inspire lifelong curiosity.

Located in West Surabaya, Sampoerna Academy Surabaya opened in 2019 as the sixth campus of the Putera Sampoerna Foundation to advance Indonesian education. The campus serves Playgroup through Primary, with Grand Pakuwon offering Middle and High School, on Pakuwon Indah and Grand Pakuwon campuses designed for international quality and digital learning. English is the language of instruction, with Mandarin taught in collaboration with Beijing Language and Cultural University. The school combines STEAM through project-based learning with the Cambridge International framework for Primary and Secondary, and offers the IB Diploma Programme as an option for Grades 11-12. Early Learning follows the IEYC. Facilities include technology-integrated classrooms, a spacious library, a science laboratory, dedicated arts and music studios, gyms and sports facilities. Extracurricular activities include Art & Craft, Band Jam, Choir, Coding, Chess, Public Speaking, Dance and Yoga, among others, encouraging creativity, collaboration and well-being. The campus emphasizes global citizenship and inquiry.

Surabaya Intercultural School serves students aged 1 to 18, delivering an international curriculum across divisions. Elementary offers the IB Primary Years Programme with English as the language of instruction, while Bahasa Indonesia, art, music, physical education, swimming and technology are taught in an inquiry-based framework. Middle School (6–8) follows United States standards, uses Understanding by Design, and maintains a 1:1 laptop program with Google Classroom. Core courses are English, social studies, math and science; specialist courses include physical education, technology, foreign language, speech and debate, art, music and drama. High School (9–12) provides a liberal arts education with Advanced Placement, including an AP Capstone Diploma; electives include music, art and drama. World languages offered: French, Bahasa Indonesia, and Mandarin; an advisory program supports students. SIS is a WASC-accredited IB World School and Apple Distinguished School. The campus features laboratories, gym, Olympic-size pool, art rooms, ceramics room, and ample green space.