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Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (DP), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Indian Curriculum
Taught languages Indonesian, Mandarin
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form, Senior Secondary School
Introduction
Sekolah Global Indo-Asia (SGIA) is an international school in Batam, Indonesia, serving ages 3 to 18. The campus offers a blended curriculum with the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for K1–Grade 5 and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) for the upper level, alongside Cambridge International Examinations, including Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and Advanced/AICE, and an Indian Curriculum option. The IB DP was authorised in 2016 and emphasizes Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge and Creativity, Activity and Service. The school provides English as the medium of instruction, with Bahasa Indonesia mother-tongue support and Mandarin available from Kindergarten 3. SGIA's facilities include a purpose-built Early Childhood Center, air-conditioned classrooms across primary and secondary, science and IT labs, two libraries, a large gymnasium, a canteen, and grassed pitches. After School Activities include sports, dance, arts and coding, with clubs such as TEDxYouth and Harvard Model Congress Asia. The school supports inclusive, diverse community engagement and global perspectives.
Jalan Ahmad Yani Kav. SGIA, Tlk. Tering, Kec. Batam Kota, Kota Batam, Kepulauan Riau 29461, Indonesia
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The Essentials
Sekolah Global Indo-Asia has instruction in English.
Location
Jl. Ahmad Yani, Kav. SGIA, Batam Centre - 29461, Batam, Indonesia. The school is located in the Batam Centre area of Batam Island. Sekolah Global Indo-Asia was founded in 1998 to serve the educational needs of the national and international communities living in and around Batam. English is the medium of instruction; Bahasa Indonesia and Mandarin are offered to support language development.
Stages
Pre-School through Grade 12
Type
IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Diploma Programme (DP); Cambridge International Examinations School
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Academics
Sekolah Global Indo-Asia teaches IB (PYP), IB (DP), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Indian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) for students from K1 to Grade 5, using a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based approach with six themes: Who We Are; Where We Are in Place and Time; How We Organise Ourselves; How We Express Ourselves; How the World Works; Sharing the Planet. The main language of instruction is English; Indonesian is taught for local and international students as required by the local authority, and Mandarin is offered from Kindergarten 3 onward. The PYP framework is integrated with the national/local curriculum and provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support and Learning Support as needed. The Secondary Programme offers National Curriculum and two International curricula—Cambridge and IB Diploma Programme, with Cambridge Lower Secondary (Grades 6–8), Cambridge Upper Secondary/IGCSE (Grades 9–10), and Cambridge Advanced/AICE (Grades 11–12). The IB Diploma Programme was authorised in 2016 and includes the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge and Creativity, Activity and Service to support university preparation.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates enter leading universities in Indonesia, Singapore, Australia, the United Kingdom, the United States and other parts of Asia. A University Counsellor Team provides guidance on subject selection, university admissions procedures, scholarship applications, interview techniques, academic references and writing personal statements.
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Applications are accepted for enrollment from Pre-K through Grade 12. The admissions criteria are based on multiple factors including school records, test results, age, and an interview, all relevant to the grade intended for enrollment. 2. SGIA accepts students from diverse school backgrounds with a range of academic abilities. The school reserves the right to refuse admission to students whose educational or physical needs cannot be well served by SGIA, or to those with references indicating that enrollment may be detrimental to the school. 3. For inquiries or to begin the enrollment process, contact the Admission Hotline at 081 999 467 333. The school is located at Jl. Ahmad Yani, Kav. SGIA, Batam Centre - 29461, Batam, Indonesia.
Scholarships
The school offers scholarships. A University Counsellor Team provides guidance and support on scholarship applications, interview techniques, academic references and writing personal statements. Many SGIA students are awarded scholarships.
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FAQs
What curriculum does Sekolah Global Indo-Asia follow?
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) for students from K1 to Grade 5, using a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based approach with six themes: Who We Are; Where We Are in Place and Time; How We Organise Ourselves;
What are the tuition fees?
**Academic year covered**
- Figures and policies below reflect the school's published materials for the 2025/26 academic year and the school's stated billing structure (four terms per academic year).
Where is Sekolah Global Indo-Asia located?
Jl. Ahmad Yani, Kav. SGIA, Batam Centre - 29461, Batam, Indonesia. The school is located in the Batam Centre area of Batam Island.
Does the school support students with SEN?
Learning Support and Tutorial are provided; SGIA uses differentiated instruction and offers extra lessons during after-school hours, which last up to an hour, with private tutorials advised as needed to support learning.
How does admissions work?
1) Applications are accepted for enrollment from Pre-K through Grade 12. The admissions criteria are based on multiple factors including school records, test results, age, and an interview, all relevant to the grade intended for enrollment.
What languages are taught?
The main language of instruction is English and is used as the language of communication across the school. Indonesian is taught for local and international students as mandated by the local authority.
What wellbeing support is available?
The school places students at the centre of the teaching-learning process and embraces the diversity of its students, parents, teachers and non-teaching staff, exploring opportunities to respect and learn from a variety of cultures, attitudes, belief
What facilities does the school have?
SGIA has modern purpose-built facilities and spacious grounds. The Early Childhood Center features spacious air-conditioned classrooms, a multipurpose room, a large veranda and a playground.
When was Sekolah Global Indo-Asia founded?
Sekolah Global Indo-Asia (SGIA) was founded in 1998 to serve the educational needs of the national and international community living in and around Batam, Indonesia. Today SGIA accepts students from Pre-School through the 12th Grade.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Traditional Dance and Modern Dance are After School Activities. Art and Craft and Drawing Club are available. The After School Activities provide entertainment and enrichment after a full day of academics.
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