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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Elementary, Middle School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction
Cita Hati Christian School Samarinda is a private Christian day school in East Kalimantan, Indonesia, offering Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary curricula alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) for grades 11–12. The school serves students aged 5 to 18 and sits within the Buah Hati Education Foundation network, whose history begins with Buah Hati School in 1990 and Cita Hati in Surabaya in 1994; the Samarinda campus opened in 2019. The IB Diploma Programme has been available across the network since 2004 and emphasizes independent thinking and inquiry-based learning. Samarinda features an art room, biology lab, IT hub and a library, with broader facilities including science and computer labs, interactive spaces and areas for music, language work and physical education. Sports are central to student life under the Cheetah Spirit, with professional coaching and inter-school competition. Academic, Arts and Cultural/Language clubs support inquiry, creativity and global awareness and collaboration.
Jl. Aminah Syukur No.32, Sungai Pinang Luar, Kec. Samarinda Kota, Kota Samarinda, Kalimantan Timur 75242, Indonesia
The Essentials
Cita Hati Christian School Samarinda has instruction in English, Indonesian.
Location
Samarinda Campus, Samarinda City, East Kalimantan, Indonesia. The campuses are located at Aminah Syukur Street No.32, Sungai Pinang Luar, Samarinda City, East Kalimantan 75242.
Stages
Elementary (SD), Middle School (SMP), Senior High School (SMA).
Type
Private Christian day school offering IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP).
Country affiliation
Indonesia
Religious affiliation
Christian
Fees
Application fees - No published application or registration fee amount for Cita Hati Christian School Samarinda was found for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. Admissions notices are published but specific application-fee figures are not stated.
Tuition fees by year group (per term and per year) - No published tuition fee schedule (per term or per year, by grade or year group) for the Samarinda campus is available. There are no publicly posted numeric tuition amounts for Kindergarten, Elementary (SD), Middle (SMP) or Senior (SMA) levels for 2026/27 or 2025/26.
Billing schedule and payment terms - No published billing calendar, term-by-term invoicing schedule, or standard payment-terms (due dates, late-payment penalties, instalment plans) was found for the Samarinda campus. Admissions announcements exist but do not include billing details.
Boarding fees (if applicable) - The Samarinda campus information does not indicate a boarding programme; no boarding fees are published or listed for this campus. The campus is described as a day-school campus without stated boarding provision.
Other costs or fees (uniforms, materials, transport, extras) - No published amounts were found for uniforms, textbooks, activity fees, school development/capital fees, transport/shuttle fees, examination/IB/Cambridge exam charges, extracurricular charges, or other ancillary fees for the Samarinda campus for 2026/27 or 2025/26. These categories are common in private schools but no specific fees or numeric values are published for this campus.
Refund information - No publicly available refund policy or refund schedule (for deposits, advance tuition, withdrawal, or failed-enrolment scenarios) was found for the Samarinda campus.
Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, instalments, cash, etc.) - No published information specifying accepted payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, instalment schemes, or cash payment locations) was found for the Samarinda campus. Contact details for the campus are listed for direct enquiries.
Summary of findings and limitations - Admissions and campus information for Cita Hati Christian School Samarinda are publicly listed, but specific numeric fee schedules and payment terms for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years are not published on the public campus materials examined. The database entry should note that specific fee amounts, billing schedule, payment methods, refund policy, and any boarding fees are not publicly stated and must be confirmed directly with the school before use as definitive data.
Academics
Cita Hati Christian School Samarinda teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), IB (DP) for students aged 5 to 18.
Curriculum
IB Diploma Programme (DP) for grades 11-12. Since 2004, Cita Hati School has offered the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for grades 11-12. The DP emphasizes independent, critical thinking and inquiry-based learning.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides holistic education that integrates academic excellence with strong character development and faith. The inquiry-based approach encourages students to think critically, solve real-world problems, and grow into independent thinkers with a global mindset. Core values guide everyday life: Fear of the Lord (integrity and wisdom), Excellence (developing talents and high standards), and Loving others (empathy and service). The mission is to build generations of character, faith, and wisdom through education rooted in a Biblical worldview. The IB Continuum supports a structured international learning journey, preparing students to become leaders and change-makers who contribute ethically to a changing world.
Admissions
Admissions
Enrollment is online. The school has online registration via a link labeled 'Click Here to Enroll With Us'.
FAQs
What curriculum does Cita Hati Christian School follow?
IB Diploma Programme (DP) for grades 11-12. Since 2004, Cita Hati School has offered the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for grades 11-12. The DP emphasizes independent, critical thinking and inquiry-based learning.
What are the tuition fees?
*Application fees*
- No published application or registration fee amount for Cita Hati Christian School Samarinda was found for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.
Where is Cita Hati Christian School located?
Samarinda Campus, Samarinda City, East Kalimantan, Indonesia. The campuses are located at Aminah Syukur Street No.32, Sungai Pinang Luar, Samarinda City, East Kalimantan 75242.
What age groups does the school serve?
Elementary (SD), Middle School (SMP), Senior High School (SMA).
How does admissions work?
Enrollment is online. The school has online registration via a link labeled 'Click Here to Enroll With Us'.
What languages are taught?
The language of instruction is English.
What wellbeing support is available?
The school provides holistic education that integrates academic excellence with strong character development and faith.
What facilities does the school have?
Buah Hati & Cita Hati Schools have state-of-the-art facilities designed to support holistic development.
When was Cita Hati Christian School founded?
The school is the first Christian IB Continuum School in East Java. The Buah Hati Education Foundation opened its first Buah Hati School in 1990. Cita Hati was established in Manyar, Surabaya in 1994.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Arts at Cita Hati fosters visual and performing arts, enabling students to express creativity and develop confidence. Students are guided by dedicated teachers and have opportunities to showcase their work.
