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Jakarta Intercultural School

Indonesia, Jakarta

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees IDR 131,615,571 - 633,001,000
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 2000
Type Co-educational
Opened 1951
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages French, Spanish, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Indonesian
Typical class size 18
Strengths Sport, STEM, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS) operates on three garden‑like campuses in South Jakarta and serves more than 2,500 students from over 70 nationalities. The school offers the International Baccalaureate across Elementary, Middle, and High School, with the IB Diploma Programme in High School and Advanced Placement courses available as part of the IB/AP pathway. Indonesian Ministry of Education rules apply to JIS as an Indonesian school. Elementary and Early Years programs follow an inquiry‑based approach, with curriculum planning coordinated across campuses; High School Pathways include Bahasa Indonesia and related Indonesian Studies courses. The JIS Learning Center provides inclusive education for students with moderate‑to‑intensive learning needs, with a maximum teacher‑to‑student ratio of 1:4. The three campuses cover more than 20 hectares and feature 280+ classrooms, science, robotics, and design technology labs, four libraries with over 100,000 titles, four theaters, and dedicated arts spaces. Extensive sport facilities include pools, gyms, tennis courts, fields, a golf driving range, and an on‑site health center.

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The Essentials

Jakarta Intercultural School has 2,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.

Location

Jakarta Intercultural School is located at Jl. Terogong Raya No. 33, Cilandak, Jakarta 12430, Indonesia. The school serves students from across Jakarta and supports a campus network described as green and lush; JIS provides transportation services to students in 43 areas around Jakarta.

Stages

Early Years; Elementary (Grades 1–5); Middle School (Grades 6–8); High School (Grades 9–12).

Type

International school.

Additional learning support

English as an Additional Language (EAL); speech and language services (Elementary and Middle School only); occupational therapy (Elementary School only); academic support; classroom guidance; and individual counseling.

Country affiliation

Indonesian Ministry of Education (MoE) rules and regulations apply to JIS as an Indonesian school.

Bus service

JIS provides transportation via Blue Bird Group to 43 service areas across Jakarta with GPS tracking, CCTV on board, safety hammer for emergencies, air filters, hand sanitizer, a bus chaperone for Elementary School students, priority campus access during certain hours, and late buses available for after-school activities with a separate registration.

Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Jakarta Intercultural School ranges from IDR 131,615,571 to IDR 633,001,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- Application fee: IDR 5,543,800 per student (non-transferable and non-refundable).

Mandatory one‑off and annual fees
- Enrollment Guarantee Fee (mandatory, annual, non-transferable and non-refundable):
- Early Bird (payment received by April 2, 2026): IDR 26,872,000.
- Standard: IDR 32,250,000.
- Capital Fee (mandatory, annual, non-transferable and non-refundable): IDR 68,367,000 for all grade bands.
- Technology Fee (one‑time for new students, non-transferable and non-refundable):
- Elementary (Grades 1–5): IDR 6,953,000.
- Middle School (Grades 6–8): IDR 24,278,000.
- High School (Grades 9–12): IDR 24,278,000.
- English as an Additional Language (EAL) one‑time fee (when assessed as required): IDR 89,148,000.
- Lane 3 High School Surcharge (one‑time for eligible Grade 10–11 Lane 3 applicants):
- Grade 10: IDR 294,345,000.
- Grade 11: IDR 307,890,100.

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts in IDR) — School Fees 2026–27
(All tuition figures below are the annual Tuition column. Fees are quoted and payable in Indonesian Rupiah.)
- Early Years 1 & 2 (Shortened / Half Day): Tuition IDR 204,246,000; Total (Guarantee + Tuition + Capital) IDR 304,863,000.
- Early Years 1 & 2 (Full Day): Tuition IDR 292,026,000; Total IDR 392,643,000.
- Kindergarten: Tuition IDR 427,353,000; Total IDR 527,970,000.
- Elementary (Grades 1–5): Tuition IDR 450,866,000; Total IDR 551,483,000.
- Middle School (Grades 6–8): Tuition IDR 527,037,000; Total IDR 627,654,000.
- High School (Grades 9–12): Tuition IDR 532,384,000; Total IDR 633,001,000.
- JIS Learning Center (Elementary / Middle / High): Tuition and total fees are listed separately for students in the JIS Learning Center program; example totals: Elementary Learning Center Total IDR 842,847,000; Middle/High Learning Center Total IDR 921,309,000.

Per‑term information and invoicing
- Fees are invoiced for the full year and are payable in advance. A complete school fee schedule with billing policy is available on request from the school.
- The published schedule is titled School Fees 2026–27 and is valid through December 31, 2026; all published fees are quoted in Rupiah and include 0% VAT where applicable.

Optional and supplementary fees
- Optional Transportation Fees (annual):
- Early Years to Grade 5 (chaperoned): IDR 66,940,000 if paid on or before July 10, 2026; IDR 69,500,000 if paid after July 10, 2026.
- Middle School and High School (unchaperoned): IDR 61,880,000 if paid on or before July 10, 2026; IDR 64,500,000 if paid after July 10, 2026.
- Supplementary Fees: elective or discretionary activity costs (examples include LEAD Week, international trips, course‑related trips, IB/AP exam fees, graduation, musical instrument hire). Supplementary fees are invoiced separately.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Annual invoicing is standard: fees are invoiced for the full academic year and are payable in advance.
- The School offers multi‑month installment plans (3, 6, or 12 months) with 0% interest via CIMB and Mandiri to support flexible payment. Enrollment Guarantee Fee deadlines and the timing for other fee deadlines (for example transportation early‑payment deadlines) are specified in the full fee schedule.

Refund and non‑refund rules
- The Enrollment Guarantee Fee, the Application Fee, the Technology Fee and the Capital Fee are described as non-transferable and non-refundable. Tuition refund rules for mid‑year withdrawal or partial attendance are governed by the school's full fee policy and billing terms (included in the complete School Fee Schedule).

Boarding
- Jakarta Intercultural School operates with full‑day and shortened‑day program options; there is no boarding program listed in the school's published program descriptions.

Other costs parents should expect
- One‑time and recurring items that may be charged in addition to tuition include: Enrollment Guarantee Fee, Capital Fee, Technology Fee (new students), EAL fees (if required), Lane 3 surcharge (if applicable), optional transportation, course/exam/activity supplementary fees, and incidental costs such as instrument hire or field‑trip costs. Several of these are mandatory for new students and non‑refundable.

Fee payment options
- Fees are quoted and payable in Indonesian Rupiah. The School offers installment payment plans via CIMB and Mandiri (3, 6, 12 months at 0% interest). Annual fees are invoiced and payable in advance; other permitted payment methods and invoice instructions are provided with the official invoice and the complete School Fee Schedule.

Note on available published detail: the school publishes the complete annual School Fee Schedule 2026–27 (annual tuition, guarantee and capital fees, technology and other one‑time charges, optional transportation and supplementary fee categories) and states that fees are invoiced for the full year and are payable in advance. The school also provides a downloadable or requestable full PDF School Fee Schedule containing the complete billing policy and any additional billing and refund rules.
Academics

Jakarta Intercultural School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum

Jakarta Intercultural School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) in High School, a two-year pre-university program leading to the IB Diploma or to separate IB subject certificates. Advanced Placement (AP) courses are also offered as part of the IB/AP curriculum. The High School program is built on world-class curriculum models designed to prepare students for college or university, with graduates attending universities worldwide. The Elementary and Early Years programs follow an inquiry-based curriculum, with curriculum planning coordinated across JIS campuses. Indonesian language offerings appear in the High School Pathways, including Bahasa Indonesia and related Indonesian Studies courses (e.g., Bahasa Indonesia 9–12). The JIS Learning Center provides inclusive education for students with moderate-to-intensive learning needs, with a maximum teacher-to-student ratio of 1:4.

Student Teacher Ratio

The JIS Learning Center has a maximum teacher-to-student ratio of 1:4.

Higher Education Progression

99% of JIS graduates attend university after graduation, with graduates attending universities all over the world.

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Admissions

Admissions

1. Exploration: Begin your admissions journey by scheduling an in-person or virtual tour of the JIS campus with the Admissions Team. The tour provides a firsthand view of the school's community, facilities, and innovative programs. This exploration helps families understand how JIS supports student learning and growth. A meeting with the Admissions Team can be arranged during this visit.

2. Application: Complete the application process and submit the required documents through Open Apply. Documents typically include academic records, letters of recommendation, and other forms requested by JIS. The Open Apply platform centralizes submission and tracking of materials. Additional information may be requested as part of the review.

3. Assessment: Assessments vary by grade level and evaluate your child's academic abilities and English proficiency. The process gives the school an opportunity to get to know the applicant. Assessments can be conducted in-person or virtually, depending on grade and circumstances. The Admissions Team uses the results alongside other information to inform the decision.

4. Decision: The Admissions Committee reviews all aspects of the application to make a determination. The decision is communicated to families via email or phone by a member of the Admissions Team. Notifications will reflect the applicant's fit with the program and available seats. Families may follow up with the Admissions Team if needed.

Scholarships

The JIS Bhinneka Tunggal Ika (BTI) Scholarship provides full tuition for Indonesian students. It is open to Grades 8-9 students who reside with a parent or legal guardian and are enrolled in state schools across the DKI Jakarta area. Scholarships are fully funded and cover 100 percent of school fees from entry until graduation (Grade 12). The BTI program is highly competitive; the Scholarship Board will select up to three scholarship recipients annually; the decision is final and not subject to appeal.

Eligibility: The BTI Scholarship is intended for Grade 8-9 students with outstanding achievement and potential in academics, the arts, athletics, and service to their community. Indonesian scholarship candidates must meet standard JIS admissions requirements and pass the requirements of the Scholarship Selection Board. The selections process includes admission tests, an essay, student interviews, and a meeting with the applicant's parents.

Minimum English proficiency is required; scholars must be able to study in English. We do not currently offer boarding. A mushalla is on campus and students may participate in Friday prayers and daily prayers. JIS is accredited by the Indonesian Ministry of Education and follows MOE curriculum requirements; a JIS High School graduate can pursue universities in Indonesia and abroad.

Application information for the 2026/27 school year will be shared soon. For inquiries or to arrange discussions, scholarships@jisedu.or.id.

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