Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
500+ |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
36 |
Most common nationality |
Varies by campus |
Ratio of local students to international students |
Approximately 1:4 |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Bahasa Indonesia, Korean, Japanese, Spanish (beginner level) |
Max. number of students per class |
18-24 |
Average number of students per class |
18-22 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Use of technology in the classroom |
Smartboards, Ipads, Chromebooks, Interactive Screens (Inknoe), BYOD Programme in Secondary School. |
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 use GoogleClassroom (Secondary School) and Seesaw (Primary School) along with Google Meeting for online instruction. |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
We provide religious instruction to Indonesian citizens as mandated by Indonesian law. Non-Indonesian citizens are welcome to join with parent request. |
How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
All students are accepted regardless of religious background. |
External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma in Year 12; NAPLAN at Years 3, 5, 7 & 9 |
Results in these examinations |
Students typically exceed world averages in IB Diploma.
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Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Depends on Year levels |
Approximate hours of homework given |
Dependent on Year Level. |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
Greater than 95% |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
Learning support offered |
AIS Indonesia was founded as an inclusive school. We provide specialist support to meet the individual needs of our students
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The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
The school has Enrichment Programs to support the gifted and talented. |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Entry evaluation for students |
Placement tests are conducted to understand students' level of understanding of the language and maths prior to enrolment. |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
English, Math, Science |
Waiting list |
Yes - in some year levels |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Admissions is accepted throughout the year subject to seat availability. |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School start time |
8 AM |
School finish time |
Preschool at 12 noon, Primary 2:30 PM, Secondary 3:00 PM |
Supervised care before/after school |
No, although we do have a Co-curricular programme that includes activities that run before and after school. |
School bus service available |
Yes, school buses are operated by school staff and chaperoned |
School provided lunches |
We have a canteen that students can order lunches and snacks from. |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes we offer halal food. |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Junior Choir
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Sports activities included |
Available sports activities : Basketball
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Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities at the school |
The AIS Indonesia features world-class educational facilities and was designed to Australian standards. All classrooms and learning areas adhere to international standard specifications with first-class security systems, sustainable architecture, energy-efficient systems, and IT-based teaching technologies. In addition to the beautiful library and learning support areas, the campus includes specialist areas for music, art, as well as drama, spacious playgrounds and a canteen. |
Sports facilities at the school |
Two 25-meter competition standard swimming pools, a soccer and rugby field, cricket nets; and an 850-square meter multi-purpose court for basketball, netball, volleyball, indoor cricket, taekwondo, gymnastics, and badminton |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Our key philosophy at AIS is to develop and demonstrate best practice education, and to make a world-class Australian education available and accessible to all children in Indonesia. Regardless of ability, culture, ethnicity, gender or language background, all AIS students are encouraged and nurtured to achieve their full social and educational potential. |
Teaching approach of the school |
To achieve this, we are committed to providing a challenging, enriching and supportive learning environment, which develops confident and articulate students. Our students are augmented with the skills, knowledge, values and attitudes needed to shape their future and contribute meaningfully to the international community. Learning takes place in an atmosphere of respect and support where we acknowledge and celebrate our differences and encourage empathy, compassion, understanding and respect for human dignity. Our graduates will have the skills, knowledge, values and attitudes needed to make a positive contribution to the international community. |