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Mandalika Intercultural School

Indonesia, Lombok

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2017
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Australian Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Indonesian, German, French, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Located in Kuta, Lombok, Mandalika Intercultural School offers international education for ages 2 to 18. The campus opened October 18, 2022, on a 10,000-square-meter site designed with EDGE environmental practices and Sasak architectural cues. The modern, pupil-centered campus features flexible classrooms, dedicated arts, computer and science laboratories, and the bamboo Manta Hall—an indoor sports and assembly space that embodies sustainable ethos. An on-site orchard and mini-farm connects science and sustainability with life. The Cambridge International Curriculum across primary, secondary and IGCSE/A Levels guides learning, with the Primary Programme delivering English, Mathematics, Science/STEAM, Wellbeing/Health/PE and Arts, and Bahasa Indonesian taught as a second language alongside Indonesian cultural activities. A strong emphasis on experiential learning encourages creativity, action and service (CAS). Graduates leave prepared to pursue international or local programs, equipped with critical thinking and global perspectives. The curriculum aligns with international standards and supports smooth transitions for families relocating from abroad.

Jalan Merendeng, Kuta, Kec. Pujut, Kabupaten Lombok Tengah, Nusa Tenggara Bar. 83573, Indonesia

The Essentials

Mandalika Intercultural School has instruction in English.

Location

Located in central Kuta, Lombok, on Lombok Island, Indonesia. The campus spans 10,000 m2 and is set amidst rice fields with tropical hillsides nearby.

Stages

Early Years; Primary; Secondary

Type

International school

Country affiliation

Indonesia
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement

Early Years wear the MIS blue T‑shirt with the logo; Primary and Secondary wear navy blue bottoms with MIS polo shirts (girls: knee-length skirt or shorts; boys: shorts). The PE kit is MIS shorts and a logo shirt and may be worn to/from school; hats are required in the sun during class or breaks. Uniforms can be purchased from the front office, and on special occasions themed or casual dress may be allowed as announced.

Food Options

Lunch is provided for all students through Restaurant Alangen.

House System

The House System is a fun and vibrant element of school life.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by Yayasan Sekolah Intercultural Lombok.
Fees
Application / Registration Fee

- Registration Fee (non‑refundable): IDR 4,750,000 for Early Years (Toddlers to Senior Foundation). IDR 9,500,000 for Primary to Secondary.

Tuition Fees (annual / per semester / per term) — Academic Year 2025/2026

- Toddlers (half day): IDR 32,300,000 per year / IDR 16,660,000 per semester / IDR 8,500,000 per term.
- Toddlers (full day): IDR 44,650,000 per year / IDR 23,030,000 per semester / IDR 11,750,000 per term.
- Playgroup (half day): IDR 37,620,000 per year / IDR 19,404,000 per semester / IDR 9,900,000 per term.
- Playgroup (full day): IDR 52,250,000 per year / IDR 26,950,000 per semester / IDR 13,750,000 per term.
- Junior Foundation: IDR 52,250,000 per year / IDR 26,950,000 per semester / IDR 13,750,000 per term.
- Senior Foundation: IDR 54,340,000 per year / IDR 28,028,000 per semester / IDR 14,300,000 per term.
- Primary (Grade 1–6): IDR 73,150,000 per year / IDR 37,730,000 per semester / IDR 19,250,000 per term.
- Hybrid Secondary (Grades 7–8): IDR 67,450,000 per year / IDR 34,790,000 per semester / IDR 17,750,000 per term.

Resources Fee and Other Annual Charges

- Resources Fee (non‑refundable): IDR 4,750,000 for Early Years (Toddlers to Senior Foundation). IDR 9,500,000 for Primary and Secondary. Due date: 1 July 2025. The Resources Fee covers classroom materials, IT equipment, sports gear, library resources, furniture and other school resources.
- Personal supplies: Parents must provide a pencil case with basic supplies; from Grade 3 onward a personal laptop or tablet is expected.
- Uniforms and any separately billed items: No separate fixed uniform fee appears in the annual fee schedule; parents are responsible for purchasing required uniform items and any optional items not covered by the Resources Fee.

Tuition Discounts and Sibling Concessions

- Semester Payment discount: 2% discount for fees paid by semester (two terms in advance).
- Yearly Payment discount: 5% discount for fees paid in full for the year.
- Sibling discounts on tuition: second‑oldest sibling receives 10% discount; third‑oldest and subsequent siblings receive 20% discount.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms (2025/2026 dates shown)

- Payment due dates (Tuition/Term/Semester/Annual schedule): Term 1 — 1 July 2025; Term 2 — 1 October 2025; Term 3 — 1 January 2026; Term 4 — 1 April 2026. The Resources Fee due date: 1 July 2025.
- Late payment: Outstanding fee payments after the due date incur a late payment charge of 1% of the total amount owed, calculated per week outstanding. Continued non‑payment after one month may result in prohibition from class attendance and/or withholding of student reports.

Boarding / Residential Provision

- Boarding fees: Not applicable — the published annual fee schedule contains no boarding or residential fees. All listed fees relate to day‑school tuition, registration and resources.

Refund and Withdrawal Policy

- Tuition paid per term or per semester is non‑refundable if the student departs prematurely during that term.
- Written notice requirement: Any withdrawal or change of programme must be informed in writing one term (10 weeks) before the intended date of withdrawal or change.
- Annual payments: Tuition fees paid annually are eligible for refund pro‑rata in accordance with the number of full terms that will not be attended in that year.
- Resources Fee: Non‑refundable.

Payment Methods and Practical Payment Instructions

- Accepted payment method (documented): Bank transfer to CIMB Niaga (currency: IDR). Account details provided by the school (Account Number: 860017617800; Account Holder: Yayasan Sekolah Intercultural Lombok; Bank Code: 022; Branch: KCP Kuta Mandalika, Jl. Raya Kuta No. 6A). Families are asked to email a copy of the bank transfer to accounts@mandalikaschool.org.
- Payment plans: Monthly payment plans may be organised for families with genuine financial hardship upon written request to the Principal received prior to the due date. Failure to request a plan before the due date may affect the child's attendance.

Other notes on fees administration

- Fees are subject to change following approval by the school's Governing Body.
Academics

Mandalika Intercultural School teaches Australian Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum

The Primary Programme follows the Cambridge International Curriculum. Subjects offered include English, Mathematics, Science and STEAM, Wellbeing/Health/Physical Education, Arts (Music, Dance and Visual Art), with Bahasa Indonesian as the second language. Students also participate in CAS (Creativity, Action, Service) and Indonesian cultural activities. Ages 6–11 (Grades 1–5). Our standards meet or exceed those of government schools worldwide to support smooth transitions to home countries or international programmes.

Higher Education Progression

Cambridge Secondary program prepares students for progression to Cambridge IGCSEs and A-levels. Cambridge qualifications offer global opportunities for higher education and career growth.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Mindfulness-Based Social Emotional Learning (MBSEL) is emphasized across the curriculum to support emotional resilience and personal development.

Mental Wellbeing

Mindfulness-Based Social Emotional Learning is emphasized across the curriculum to promote emotional well-being and resilience.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy ensures safety for all MIS community members, requires staff background checks, annual safeguarding training, a Safeguarding Committee, and clear procedures for reporting and responding to concerns.
Parent Experience

History

MIS opened its modern campus on October 18, 2022, in central Kuta, Lombok, on a 10,000 square meter site. The campus was created by private owners who collaborated with a school specialist architect and followed EDGE environmental building practices to design a progressive, sustainable campus. It includes modern classrooms, a bamboo Manta Hall, and laboratories for arts, computer, and science, with Sasak architectural design at the security gate. The owners used the architecture as a teaching tool, integrating ergonomic features, geometry, light and shadow, texture, and nature to support holistic learning.

Community

MIS has a very diverse community drawn from cultures around the world. The MIS community includes local business owners, developers, and crypto traders among others, reflecting Lombok's cosmopolitan south coast. The local Lombok community is among the friendliest in the world, with smiling, laid-back hospitality that makes daily life here welcoming for students and families.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The Parent Support Group (PSG) is composed of all MIS parents and teachers, and membership is automatic. The PSG exists to foster parent/school cooperation, represent the parent body within the MIS community, and actively assist with charitable fundraising and MIS projects. It also strives to support the school with initiatives inside and outside MIS and to bring additional joy to your child's school experience. It provides a platform for parents and teachers to engage with MIS, collaborate on events, and contribute to community activities. The PSG operates as a collaborative voice for families and helps coordinate engagement between parents and the school.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

Opened on October 18, 2022, the Mandalika Intercultural School campus spans 10,000 square meters in central Kuta, Lombok. It is a purpose-built, sustainable campus designed with EDGE environmental building practices and Sasak architectural cues at the security gate. The campus houses modern classrooms, playing fields, Manta Hall—the bamboo assembly and indoor sports hall—and arts, computer, and science laboratories. There is an on-site orchard and mini-farm, with learning spaces that connect indoors to the surrounding natural environment. The design integrates indoor and outdoor learning spaces to support hands-on, experiential education.

Sports Facilities

Manta Hall is the indoor sports hall and gymnasium, built as bamboo architecture and serving as a community wellness space. Outdoor playing fields accommodate football and other team sports. Indoor and outdoor spaces are designed to support a range of physical activities throughout the year. Basketball, baseball, skateboarding, taekwondo, boxing, Muay Thai, yoga, beach sports, and surfing are offered through the co-curricular program. The facilities emphasize movement, collaboration, and lifelong fitness.

Academic Facilities

Modern classrooms form the core teaching spaces. Arts, computer, and science laboratories are on site to support practical, hands-on learning. The campus design includes spaces for collaboration and experimentation, both indoors and in outdoor settings. An orchard and mini-farm provide experiential learning opportunities in science and sustainability.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Music and Arts programs include music instruments, macrame, and drawing and painting. The co-curricular program also features a broad range of sports and martial arts, including basketball, baseball, skateboarding, taekwondo, boxing, Muay Thai, yoga, beach sports, and surfing. Indoor activities are offered with open-shelf materials for self-directed exploration, while the outdoor playground includes manipulatives, tricycles, pets, and gardens. These activities complement classroom learning and foster creativity, physical development, and social-emotional growth.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

MIS follows the Cambridge International Curriculum to guide learning toward rigorous academic outcomes aligned with international standards. In Primary, English, Mathematics, Science and STEAM, Wellbeing/Health/Physical Education, Arts (Music, Dance and Visual Art), and Bahasa Indonesian are taught as part of the core program. The curriculum includes Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) and Indonesian cultural experiences to foster well-rounded, globally minded learners. Graduates leave prepared to pursue further study in international programs or at home, equipped with critical-thinking and real-world skills.

Arts & Creative

MIS provides music and arts programs, including instruments, macrame, drawing and painting. Angklung and saxophone feature in classroom and after-school activities, reflecting both modern and traditional Indonesian sources. Visual arts are emphasized through drawing and painting and other craft activities. Arts education is integrated with the Cambridge curriculum to complement academic learning.

Cultural & Language

Bahasa Indonesian is taught as a second language at MIS. The curriculum includes Indonesian cultural experiences as part of learning, reinforcing intercultural understanding within the Cambridge framework. The school emphasizes global citizenship and intercultural awareness within its holistic program.

Social & Hobbies

MIS offers a broad range of after-school activities. The co-curricular program covers Music & Arts and Sports & Martial Arts with options like Basketball, Baseball, Skateboarding, Taekwondo, Boxing, Muay Thai, Yoga, Beach Sports and Surfing. Indoor activities and a well-developed outdoor environment provide spaces for play, exploration, and teamwork. The school also supports language, art, gaming and sports clubs as part of its diverse after-school offerings.

Community & Service

MIS incorporates Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) as part of the Cambridge program, and offers Indonesian cultural activities as part of student life. These activities foster community engagement and service within the intercultural MIS community. The program emphasizes practical, real-world experiences and service‑oriented initiatives within an intercultural context. Students develop social responsibility and collaborative problem-solving through service projects.

Leadership & Professional

MIS fosters leadership and professional development through 21st‑century teaching approaches and real‑world experiences that prepare students for a connected world. Family involvement is encouraged via a Parents' Support Group and active engagement in school life. Cambridge-based programs support entrepreneurial thinking and workplace readiness in a global context. Graduates leave with confidence, adaptability, and collaboration skills to pursue further study or careers in an interconnected world.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

MIS places wellbeing at the center of learning through Cambridge Wellbeing/Health/Physical Education within the Primary program. The campus provides outdoor spaces including a developed playground, gardens and even pets to support healthy play and exploration. The co-curricular program includes yoga, beach sports and surfing to promote fitness, resilience, and balance. Indoor spaces such as Manta Hall support fitness, mindfulness and collaborative activities.
Languages

Language Provision

Indonesian Studies (Civics, Religion and Bahasa Indonesian) are taught in Primary (Key Stages 1 and 2). A Native Language option is available as an IGCSE subject, including Indonesian, German, French, and Spanish. Cambridge Global English provides language support tailored to learners' needs.
Admissions

Admissions

Enrollment steps: Step 1: Start the learning journey by completing the online inquiry form. Step 2: The admissions team will contact you to guide you through the next steps. Step 3: Meet and explore by visiting the campus or joining a virtual meeting, and let your child participate in a trial to ensure the best fit. Step 4: The finance team will provide the information required to complete the process. Step 5: Welcome to MIS—looking forward to your child's first day. Enrollment Form: available on the MIS site.

Waitlist

Admissions priority is used when spaces are limited, following Category I (Long-Term Enrollment with a sibling at MIS; Long-Term Enrollment; Long-Term Enrollment enrolling five full days per week), Category II (Long-Term Enrollment enrolling five half-days per week), Category III (Long-Term Enrollment enrolling less than five days per week), Category IV (Short-Term Enrollment committed to enrol for a longer period). In addition to this priority order, a general first-come, first-served basis applies. If no space is immediately available, applicants may be placed on a waiting list. If a student withdrawals or during a cooling-off period, spaces may become available and waitlisted applicants may be offered admission.
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