Compare SEN / Special Education International Schools in Jakarta, Indonesia

ACG School Jakarta provides international education for ages 3 to 18, spanning Kindergarten to Year 13. The curriculum combines Cambridge IGCSE (ages 14-16) and IB Diploma Programme (ages 16-18), alongside IB Primary Years Programme in early years. The school sits in Pasar Minggu, South Jakarta on campus with 30 classrooms, two science laboratories, a library, music and art rooms, a dance studio and a design technology room, plus a Musholla. Facilities: gym, swimming pool, covered court and junior soccer field. English language instruction is emphasised, with specialists in English, French, Spanish and science. The school offers 47 international subjects and 32 extracurricular activities, from Model United Nations to the ACG Radio Station, eco-clubs to leadership opportunities. Learning support is available, and the Inspired Group network provides Summer Camps and student exchanges. ACG Jakarta is Cambridge International School and authorised for IB PYP and DP with Council of International Schools accreditation.

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.

Wellington College Independent School Jakarta is the first British-heritage school in Indonesia and belongs to the Wellington College International network. It serves ages 3 to 11, offering the English Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and the English National Curriculum for Junior School, with English as the main language of instruction. Bahasa Indonesia and Mandarin are taught at age-appropriate levels. The curriculum includes STEAM, Service & Sustainability, Wellbeing and Indonesian Studies, plus specialist classes in Music, Sports and Enrichment, preparing pupils for senior pathways. The campus is in BSD City, Tangerang Selatan, with bright, flexible spaces, a well-resourced library, dedicated music and computer rooms, and Early Years areas designed for indoor-outdoor movement. The development unfolds in four phases, expanding through Nursery to Year 13 and eventually offering IGCSEs, A Levels and the IB Diploma Programme.

Nusantara Intercultural School (NIS) is the first international educational institution in Indonesia's new capital city, IKN, in East Kalimantan. Situated in Sub Planning Area 1A, the school's development covers a 1,158-hectare site. NIS is uniquely managed by the Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS) Foundation, bringing over 70 years of international education experience to the region. The project, which marked its groundbreaking on November 1, 2023, with President Joko Widodo, aims to provide educational options for the community moving to the new capital, including government employees and their families. A distinctive feature of NIS is its foundational role in the city's infrastructure, representing a direct government initiative to establish educational facilities from the ground up in a newly planned city. While specific curriculum details are still under development, the school's direct management tie to the JIS Foundation serves as its signature credential and unique offering.

Hope Intercultural School in Jakarta is an International Baccalaureate World School with two campuses: West Campus in Puri Indah and North Campus in PIK 2. West Campus is authorized to offer the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP); North Campus is a Candidate School for the PYP and MYP and aims to offer the full IB continuum. The school serves Pre-Kindy through Primary and begins IB learning through a play-based approach in Pre Kindy and Kindergarten. The IB framework uses inquiry-based units that build understanding, supported by Biblical Studies, daily devotions, and weekly chapel reflecting a Christian worldview. Facilities include more than 12,000 sq m of building space and 6,000 sq m of outdoor space, a central library, a Health Center staffed by a nurse from Siloam Hospitals, and a basketball court. An Inclusive Program provides learning support with specialists, and governance is provided by Yayasan Pendidikan Pelita Harapan.

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.

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.

Mentari Intercultural School Jakarta (MIS Jakarta) is an IB World School in Indonesia offering the International Baccalaureate programmes PYP, MYP and DP alongside the Indonesian National Curriculum. The Elementary programme combines IB PYP with national standards; Junior High blends IB MYP with the National Curriculum; Senior High delivers the IB Diploma Programme alongside the National Curriculum. The campus supports inquiry-based learning, real-world connections and opportunities for performances, exhibitions and assemblies. MIS Jakarta places an emphasis on intercultural values and international mindedness, preparing students for higher education and life after school. The school traces its origins to Yayasan Perkembangan Anak Indonesia (YPAI), established in 1994 by mothers. Teachers participate in IB workshops to strengthen delivery of the programme and to support a student-centered approach. Extracurriculars include plays, art exhibitions, project presentations and student assemblies. Signature elements include MIS Traits like Able Leaders and a Positive Education framework focused on wellbeing.

Sekolah Perkumpulan Mandiri (SPM) is an Indonesian non-denominational, not-for-profit school established in 1994 by five founding families led by Laurel and George Tahija. The school began as Sekolah Perkumpulan Mandiri in 1996/1997 with Kindergarten and Grade 1 and 25 students, and later expanded to Elementary through Junior and Senior High. It adopts a Student-Centered and Inquiry-Based approach that emphasizes character development alongside academic achievement through The Leader in Me program. In 2012, SPM was recognised as the first International Lighthouse School outside the United States for implementing The Leader in Me. On May 30, 2015, PSKD Mandiri transformed into Sekolah Perkumpulan Mandiri (SPM). The school uses National and Cambridge Curricula and operates across two campuses, located in Menteng and Panglima Polim. These features position SPM as an Indonesian international option with a structured leadership and learning framework for diverse learners. These developments reflect the school's growth overall.

Australian Independent School Jakarta is an independent international school in Indonesia offering a blended Australian Curriculum and IB pathway for students aged 3 to 18. The program follows the Australian Curriculum through Year 10, with Years 11–12 available as the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or related options, and a Vocational Education & Training pathway for routes beyond university. AIS operates Preschool to Year 12 across Jakarta and Bali, with the Jakarta campus at Jl. Pejaten Barat No. 68. The school emphasises inquiry-based learning and the development of communication and critical-thinking skills, supporting diverse learners through Learning Support Services and Student Services Centre. Facilities include on-site health services, bus and canteen operations, and a sports program including basketball, tennis, swimming, taekwondo and more. The school moved to its Jakarta campus in 2021 and is advancing a Nusantara master development that will include vocational and special education centres and an Australian university.

BTB School (Sekolah Bina Tunas Bangsa) offers a dual-curriculum pathway designed to prepare students for global higher education. In the senior years, the school delivers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP), while earlier grades follow the Cambridge Secondary curriculum. This combination supports a coherent progression from foundational study to internationally recognized qualifications. The IB DP emphasizes inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and intercultural understanding, with assessment that includes internal and external components. Cambridge Secondary provides a structured framework of subject disciplines and external assessments that promote rigorous study skills and academic confidence. The school focuses on a supportive learning environment where teachers guide students through project work, collaborative tasks, and formative feedback. The BTB campus atmosphere and classroom routines are designed to nurture responsibility, time management, and independent learning. The school's international-oriented curriculum aims to equip students with the skills to navigate diverse academic paths worldwide. It fosters global learning.

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.

Sekolah Pelita Harapan Kemang Village is an international Christian school on a high-rise campus in South Jakarta. It offers Cambridge Primary (Grades 1–6) and Cambridge Lower Secondary (Grades 7–8), leading to Cambridge Upper Secondary (Grades 9–10) and IGCSE options, with English as the language of instruction. For Years 11–12, the school provides the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP); a full IB programme is available at Lippo Village, Sentul City, Lippo Cikarang, and Kemang Village. Founded in 2010, SPH Kemang Village features a facility with a full-size gymnasium, indoor swimming pool, outdoor courts, a performing arts theatre, science labs, a library, a canteen, and classrooms; improvements include a new playground, fitness room, food technology lab, and a soccer field. Extra-curriculars focus on Discovery Academy, Math Club, and Science Clubs, with student leadership through a Student Council. English and French are taught; SPH is part of Yayasan Pendidikan Pelita Harapan (YPPH).

ISJ is a British international school in Pondok Indah, South Jakarta. Opened in 2021, it is part of The Schools Trust, a UK-based charity with decades of experience in international education. The school follows the English National Curriculum from Early Years through A Levels within a British independent school framework, organised as EYFS, Pre-Prep, Prep, Senior School (GCSEs) and Sixth Form (A-Levels). Ages 2 to 13 are welcomed on a single campus featuring a football pitch, an on-site swimming pool, and multiple classrooms in a leafy setting. Bahasa Indonesia is taught at every stage, with Indonesian language, history and culture woven into the curriculum; additional languages are incorporated. ISJ pupils consistently perform in the top 10% of international schools worldwide, with Year 7 SAS scores highlighted. The Co-Curricular Programme offers 30+ clubs per term and Talent Trails across four strands: Active, Creative, STEM & Strategy, and Communication & Culture globally. The arts, performances, and leadership opportunities complement academic study on a campus that emphasizes sport and wellbeing.