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Jakarta has 9 schools in the affordable category, providing families with focused options.
Compare 10 Affordable international schools in Jakarta, Indonesia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average IDR 60,264,906), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Ichthus School Jakarta is an international Christian school offering Cambridge curricula across two campuses in West Jakarta and South Jakarta. The Primary program spans Grades 1–6 and prepares students for the Cambridge Primary Checkpoint through interactive, project-based learning and character development anchored in biblical foundations, with field trips and activities such as talent shows, presentations, quizzes, and games. The Secondary program for Grades 7–10 follows the Cambridge framework, integrating Checkpoints in Grade 8 and IGCSE in Grade 10, alongside Indonesian National Assessments. A Pre-University program provides Cambridge A Levels. Founded in 2001 by Mrs See Mun Suparno to prepare students to live a Christian life, the school emphasizes academics anchored on biblical foundations. Facilities include the West Campus at Sunrise Garden and the South Campus at Pondok Indah, with primary and secondary buildings on each site. Extracurriculars include student council, community service, academic competitions, and Arts, Languages, and leadership activities.
Al Jabr Islamic School is an IB Continuum school offering PYP, MYP and CP with Islamic values. It is the first Islamic IB Continuum School in Southeast Asia. The school serves ages 3 to 19 and delivers inquiry-based learning through PYP, with a focus on student-centered inquiry. The MYP emphasizes real-world connections and developing globally minded, creative and reflective learners, while the CP path blends IB core requirements with career-related courses over two years in IBCP. The IB learner profiles guide dispositions such as Inquirers, Thinkers, and Caring. The campus originated in the Al Jabr Center, which includes Masjid Al Jabr hosting Qur'an education from 2:00–4:00 pm along with English and Arabic programs. The school operates a National Plus bilingual program in English and Bahasa Indonesia, and runs Al Jabr Orphanage with on-site sports, language and arts activities. The Al Jabr Library supports study, well-being and leadership initiatives globally.
Jakarta Montessori School provides a genuine Montessori experience for children aged 1 to 18 in Indonesia. The main teaching language is English, with Bahasa Indonesia taught to all students; in Pre-school this is informal, in Primary it follows the Indonesian curriculum, and in Upper Primary additional Indonesian lessons prepare students for optional national exams. Core subjects are taught with Montessori materials, building concrete understanding in mathematics, language, science, geography and research skills. Science is integrated across the curriculum, covering biology, geology, astronomy and archaeology, while students regularly use the library and Internet for projects. The campus is spacious and purpose-built, with dedicated facilities for Preschool, Toddlers, Lower Primary, Upper Primary and Secondary, plus a large farm area for hands-on learning. After-school enrichment, field trips and community projects supplement learning. Notable facilities include a science laboratory, art studio, library, computer lab and sports spaces such as a basketball court and futsal.
Sekolah Cita Buana, established in 1995 in South Jakarta, was founded by parents and educators to offer an education option that blends the Indonesian national curriculum with international elements and bilingual instruction in Indonesian and English. The school serves 540 students and has produced graduates who pursue higher education locally and abroad. Since 2001, 150 graduates have progressed to higher education, with many studying in Australia, United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore and Malaysia. The campus comprises three buildings—Middle & High School, Early Years & Primary, and Special Education—and features fully equipped laboratories for science education, as well as an Early Years Playground. Located in Jagakarsa, South Jakarta, near Clilandak Estate and Ragunan Zoo, the school offers two mini soccer fields, two basketball courts, and a semi-Olympic swimming pool to support PE and sport. It emphasizes community, learning, lifestyle, with clubs focusing on academics, service, and lifestyle.
GMIS Jakarta is a private day international school in Indonesia for students aged 3 to 18. It offers IB programmes—Primary Years, Middle Years, Diploma—and is authorized to offer Cambridge IGCSE, O Level, and A Level examinations, as well as examinations through the Indian Board of Schools in Indonesia. Instruction is in English, with Bahasa Indonesia, Mandarin, Hindi, and French taught as essential second languages; students are encouraged to maintain their mother tongue. Established in 1950, GMIS is the oldest international school in the country and is registered with Indonesian Ministry of Education. The campus includes high-speed Internet, computer and science laboratories, language labs, a library, an auditorium, a gym, a playground, and a swimming pool. The curriculum combines IB and Cambridge frameworks to meet diverse needs. Distinctive features include a Gandhian philosophy, Pancasila-guided multiculturalism, community service partnerships, and activities such as TEDxYouth@GMIS, stage productions, debates, and sports and arts programs.
Global Sevilla Pulo Mas is an international K–12 school that integrates a mindfulness-based approach with a rigorous international curriculum. The early years use the IEYC from Fieldwork Education to support curious, independent learners in Playgroup and Kindergarten. In Primary, Cambridge Primary runs alongside the International Primary Curriculum, fostering inquiry and practical understanding. In Secondary, students progress through Cambridge IGCSE (Grades 9–10) and Cambridge International AS and A Levels (Grades 11–12). A National Programme (GS Nasional) for 11–12 offers Science and Social tracks, with extended English provision (TOEFL/IELTS) and ANBK-based assessment. Instruction is offered in Bahasa Indonesia, First Language English, English as a Second Language, and Mandarin. The campus features science and art laboratories, spacious green areas, a swimming pool, gym, courts, and an indoor sensory room. A mindfulness program and a School Peace Zone pledge underpin daily life, safety and respectful learning across both campuses. A welcoming, global learning community.
Jakarta high school at Sampoerna Academy follows a global-focused international curriculum that combines Cambridge assessments with the IB Diploma Programme. From Grade 9, students study Cambridge IGCSE, with a fast-track option to complete IGCSE in Grade 10. In Grade 11, students may choose Cambridge A Levels or the IB Diploma Programme. The school offers IEYC for early years, Cambridge Primary and Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB DP, Singapore Curriculum, and a Bespoke Curriculum. English is the language of instruction, and Mandarin is offered through a Mandarin Curriculum developed with Beijing Language and Cultural University. The L'Avenue Campus is located in Pancoran, Jakarta. Facilities include purpose-built, technology-integrated classrooms, dedicated safe spaces for social-emotional well-being, expansive outdoor areas, play and exercise spaces, a multifunction hall, playground, and wide hallways. Design Thinking, peer-to-peer mentoring, and college/career counselling are integrated, with guidance from Apple Teacher and Google Certified Trainers to support pathways to tertiary education.
Global Sevilla Puri Indah is a two-campus international K-12 school established in 2002 that serves expatriate and local families seeking a values-driven education. The school teaches in English and Indonesian, with Mandarin offered as a language, supporting multilingual learning. The curriculum spans early years through Cambridge qualifications: IEYC and IPC in the early years and primary, Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE in grades 9–10, and Cambridge International AS and A Levels in grades 11–12, all delivered by Cambridge Assessment International Education. The school emphasizes character through its core values of Giving, Compassion, and Self-Control, and its Peace Zone pledge for safety and respect. Facilities include science and art laboratories, indoor and outdoor sports amenities (pool, gym, basketball court, mini soccer field), with spacious classrooms and green spaces. Notable programs include Compassion in Action, field trips, inquiry-led learning, and a co-curricular life with clubs in arts, service, and leadership.
Sinarmas World Academy, Thamrin, is an international school serving learners from 1 to 17 years old. The curriculum blends Cambridge and IB programs to offer a coherent international pathway: Early Years and Primary follow the Cambridge Primary Curriculum, delivered in English, while the Middle Years and Diploma years implement the International Baccalaureate programmes (IB MYP and IB DP) alongside Cambridge IGCSE. A Bespoke Curriculum is also available to tailor learning experiences. The school opened in July 2008, and the first Grade 12 graduates completed their studies in June 2012, demonstrating a long-standing track record of educating students from Toddler to Grade 12. The Early Years Foundation Stage is taught in English, with Kindergarten 2 to Grade 5 embedding Cambridge within an inquiry-based framework. SWA emphasizes preparing students for 21st-century learning through adaptable approaches to learning, supporting students as they pursue multiple international educational pathways within a single school community worldwide.
Sekolah Cikal Jakarta offers an international-aligned, competency-based curriculum across Preschool to Year 12, combining IB (PYP/MYP/DP), Cambridge Primary and Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, and a Bespoke Curriculum. The Curriculum Circle links Core (5 Star Competencies), the Sekolah Cikal Way (the five Cs), and an outer circle of Programs tailored to students with digital personalization. Nine learning phases guide progression; Year 9–10 integrate Bahasa Indonesia, The Arts, Social Studies, Service Learning, Mathematics, Physical Health Education, Personal Social Education, Religion Studies, Sciences, English, and Design & Technology; Year 11–12 add Personal Social Education, Physical Health Education, Religion Studies alongside other subjects. Founded in 1999, Cikal emphasizes the 5 Stars Competencies and the 5 Cs. Facilities across Lebak Bulus and Kemang include libraries, inclusive classrooms, front lobbies, canteens, outdoor spaces, a swimming pool, and flipped-classroom spaces. The Arts, Languages, and Service/Community activities are woven through a Houses system. This structure supports personalized pathways and collaborative learning.
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