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Indonesia, Yogyakarta
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The curricula at YIS are designed to encourage personal and academic achievement, nurture inquiring minds, develop critical thinkers and facilitate emotional and intellectual growth. YIS offers the complete range of International Baccalaureate education for children aged 3 to 18, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The language of instruction is English and the curriculum includes French, Spanish and Indonesian.
A typical day at YIS includes specialist instruction in Physical Education and Music, with Indonesian Language and ICT provided by specialists. The IB framework underpins this approach to holistic learning, supporting arts and creative development within the curriculum.
The language of instruction at YIS is English and the curriculum includes French, Spanish and Indonesian. Indonesian language instruction is provided as part of the program, with related language and civics content aligned to government requirements where applicable.
Class excursions and relief projects are part of the YIS experience, with activities linked to units of inquiry and opportunities during school holidays. These activities connect learning with the wider community and school life.
YISPA, the school's volunteer parent association, supports and organizes programs and events for the community. The Yogyakarta Foundation for International Education governs the school and safeguards its mission, with a diverse community of students, parents, teachers and staff.
The YIS Leadership Team comprises a Principal and three IB Programme Coordinators, and collaborates with curriculum leaders to guide school development. All stakeholders are invited to share their perspectives during key change processes.
In the spirit of 'mens sana in corpore sano' (a healthy mind in a healthy body), the campus combines modern indoor classrooms, Olympic-standard outdoor sport fields and botanical gardens that bring students closer to nature.
Yogyakarta Independent School (YIS) is a private international school offering the complete International Baccalaureate continuum for ages 3 to 18, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The language of instruction is English, with French, Spanish and Indonesian integrated into the curriculum. Bahasa Indonesia/Indonesian Studies, Agama and Pancasila are taught for Indonesian students during regular school hours. YIS is the only international school in Yogyakarta authorized to deliver the full IB program. The school traces its origins to 1989 and is operated by the Yogyakarta Foundation for International Education (YPIY), a non-profit foundation. The 6.5-hectare campus in Sinduadi features botanical gardens, an Olympic-size outdoor sport field, an athletic running track, and modern classrooms, with safety-minded grounds and a guarded front gate. The YIS Parents Association (YISPA) coordinates excursions and events, while a Leadership Team and IB Coordinators guide curriculum development for students worldwide.
