Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
48 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
7 |
| Most common nationality |
Indonesian |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
10:24 |
| Native English and Indonesian speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English and Indonesian |
No but we help them in the class. Since we have individualized plans for each student each student is helped according to his own level. We follow the montessori method for instruction and therefore our motto is "follow the child" |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Sanskrit and Balinese |
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
15 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
We have two teachers in a classroom so assistants are not necessarily needed. |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We use technology to look at videos relating to the subject they are learning. And also for research on any given subject |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
We did have online learning for students during Covid 19 quarantines but the school is back to normal now. We offer online learning sometimes for children who are unable to come to school because of a family problem. But that is rare. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Yes. Each child is offered studies of a religion that their family chooses to follow. So at the moment we offer Hinduism, Islam and Catholicism. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We have teachers from all three religions. We also have a program called Living Values in which we teach values like Peace, Respect, Responsibility etc.... In Indonesia, though everyone has to take religious studies and therefore we ask the parents to choose what they would like their child to study. |
| Results in these examinations |
We do not have examinations |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
No |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
At the moment we have had only 2 students gratuating from Grade 6 and they have faired pretty well. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
| Learning support offered |
We have an inclusive program for the children. Since we already have individualised plans for all children, it works just as well for special children. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
As we follow the child we help the child continue to learn. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
No but we do recommend if the child needs one. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
No |
| Waiting list |
No |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We do not have a deadline. The children can register and enrol at any time of the year. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8.30 am |
| School finish time |
3.30 am for primary level and 12.30 for the pre-primary level |
| Supervised care before/after school |
If needed |
| School bus service available |
Yes. |
| School provided lunches |
No |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No |
| Uniform required |
No - The uniform is only for sports activities and for field trips |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We have Balinese dance, Kempo, Yoga |
| Sports activities included |
We have sports, |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
| Facilities at the school |
We have a library in the classroom. We do not have other facilities as yet. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
We have a field where children can play football and have other activities. A sports teacher comes in every week to help the students in this area. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Singaraja Montessori School offers education in a world-class environment using the Montessori Method. This approach is a hands-on method enabling children to become active learners.
SMS provides a quality education that empowers students to become confident students and responsible members of society. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
The goal of SMS is to provide a stimulating environment where children can explore and learn in without fear. SMS aims to make learning exciting for children by allowing them to explore without limitations. Because much of the learning process is self-directed, children can gain a sense of independence and confidence in their abilities much faster than in a traditional school setting. Montessori children learn from one another as much as from adults- and collaborate rather than compete for honors and grades. Children learn best by doing. While manipulating materials children are learning and not only "playing" as perceived by most adults. It is this philosophy that inspired us to open a Montessori school. |