Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
819 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
16 |
Ratio of local students to international students |
90% local : 10% international |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes. Experienced expatriate teachers are recruited from the Australia, Canada, China, Ghana, India, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, the U.K., the U.S and Vietnam. The mainstream English Language classes are all taught by qualified expatriate teachers from the following countries: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore, the United Kingdom or the United States. |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
Students who have limited English Language ability may be required to attend a bridging English Language course before admission can be considered. These run on Saturdays and the student remains in his/her current school until such time that ACS Jakarta deems that he/she has the adequate standard for admission to ACS Jakarta. Parents of these students would have to pay for the bridging programme. Without an adequate foundation in the English Language, success in all other subjects will be limited. |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Indonesian, Mandarin |
Max. number of students per class |
25 |
Average number of students per class |
20 |
External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma, IGCSE |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
Approximate hours of homework given |
G1 - G2: 20 to 30 minutes weeknights, 1-1,5 hours weekends
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Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
Entry evaluation for students |
Selection process |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
For admission into Kindergarten 2 to Grade 11 levels for the coming academic year, prospective students are required to go through a selection process: - For admission into Kindergarten: through interview. Student may be asked questions that would determine his/her language ability and numeracy knowledge. - For admission into Grades 1 to 9: through admission tests of English Language and Mathematics, and Science for those who is seeking for Grade 9. Students who meet the School's standard for admission will be short - listed for an interview. - For admission into Grade 10: entry into this grade is generally open to students seeking to do the 3-year Pre-IB course (usually open to students from the National Schools who will be completing/have completed UAN). Students will sit for English Language, Mathematics and relevant Science tests as well as tests in other subjects as deemed necessary by the School. Students who meet the School's standard will be short-listed for an interview. - For admission into Grade 11 (IBDP): through admission tests of English Language, Mathematics and the relevant Science test, and also tests in other subjects as necessary by the School. Students who meet the School's standard for admission will be short-listed for an interview. Those who lack the necessary literature skills will be required to attend a Literature Foundation course (to be held in March/June) prior to admission. |
School start time |
7:25 |
School finish time |
KG1: 10:30
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School bus service available |
No |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
The school offers many clubs and activities. |
Sports activities included |
Physical education covers a wide range of sports skills and fitness including swimming, tennis, basketball, volleyball, soccer, baseball among other sports dependent on age and year level. Semi-annual fitness testing against international standards are conducted at the end of each semester. |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Sports facilities at the school |
- Indoor sports hall with basketball, badminton and volleyball courts
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Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The Anglo-Chinese School Jakarta is an International Baccalaureate World School and an authorized Cambridge Centre offering a world standard education to children from 3 - 18. Set in a safe, semi-rural environment located off the Jorr Tol at Kelurahan Setu, approximately 15 kilometers south-east of central Jakarta , it is within easy reach of Jakarta 's main residential areas in South and North Jakarta. |
Teaching approach of the school |
ACS believes in bringing its students to their full potential and by preparing them for their next stage in education by offering a well-rounded and challenging curriculum. The children also learn the importance of having good character and values via the school's devotions and its pupil development and religion lessons. ACS Jakarta is a selective K - 12 school for academically promising students, preparing them for continued academic success and for their future. An ACS education stands for holistic education: the total development of a child so as to maximize his or her potential for the greater good and service to others. |