Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
295 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
13 |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
Students applying for admission whose competence in English is not sufficient for them to participate actively in, and benefit from, the regular instruction program are enrolled first in the English as a Second Language program. ESL is offered for the Lower School and Middle School. |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Mandarin, Bahasa Indonesian |
Max. number of students per class |
22 |
Average number of students per class |
Pre-school/Kindergarten: 10 to 12
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External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma
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Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
Student access to education psychologist |
No |
Entry evaluation for students |
English assessment |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Applicants in Kindergarten through Grade 2 (age 5-7) need no knowledge of English to apply for admission. Applicants in Grades 3-12 applying from non-English speaking schools, or who are not fully fluent in English, will take the ESL (English as a Second Language) test which measures his or her knowledge of vocabulary, reading comprehension grammar, and writing ability. Applicants in Grades 9 through 12 are required to have a basic knowledge of English, minimum of one year's previous instruction in English, and a satisfactory score on the ESL test. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Applications may be submitted from February of the year preceding August entry. |
School start time |
7:30 am |
School finish time |
KG2: 12:15 pm
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School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
NJIS offers many clubs and activities. |
Sports activities included |
Physical education |
Sports facilities at the school |
Sports hall, swimming pool, playground. |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
North Jakarta Intercultural School (NJIS) is a private school in Kelapa Gading, Jakarta. It was founded in 1990 and is fully accredited by the Accrediting
North Jakarta Intercultural School offers a well-rounded curriculum that supports the liberal arts approach to learning with emphasis on the whole child. |
Teaching approach of the school |
NJIS is internationally recognized for its innovative educational program that instills in its students a commitment to learning, integrity, and confidence to excel and lead.
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