Compare American Curriculum International Schools in Surabaya, Indonesia

Surabaya has two campuses: Pakuwon Indah (Jl. Pakuwon Indah Lontar Tim. No PK 01 - 10, Lakarsantri) and Grand Pakuwon (Jl. Grand Pakuwon, Banjar Sugihan, Tandes).

Pakuwon Indah offers Toddler Playgroup, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten 1 & 2, and Elementary School (G1 & G2); Grand Pakuwon offers Playgroup, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten 1 & 2, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School.

International school offering Cambridge curriculum with IEYC for Early Learning; Cambridge for Primary and Secondary; IB option for Grade 11 and Grade 12; English instruction and Mandarin curriculum designed with Beijing Language and Cultural University (BLCU).

Indonesia

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Students are required to wear a school uniform. The uniform builds a positive school culture and identity, teaches grooming and hygiene, creates a safe and orderly environment, instills self-discipline, maintains a safe and secure learning environment and eliminates competition and distractions. PE uniforms are worn during PE classes, and students change back to the school uniform afterward. A 'no hat no play' rule applies for sun protection, and students must wear a hat with the Sampoerna Academy logo; House shirts are worn for house activities; Batik Day is observed with batik attire.

Lunch on campus: students stay for lunchtime and may bring packed lunches or use a school-approved catering vendor; meals are distributed by designated staff. Deliveries from outside vendors are not permitted; parents may deliver meals under campus guidelines.

The school uses a house system; students wear house shirts for house activities. Batik Day is observed with batik attire; Batik tops must be paired with dark-coloured slacks.

Sampoerna Academy Surabaya is part of Sampoerna Academy and is operated by PT Sekolah Sampoerna Internasional. The Putera Sampoerna Foundation (PSF) initiated Sampoerna Academy; PSF is the social enterprise arm of the Sampoerna Group focused on education and established international standard boarding schools, Sampoerna University and Sampoerna Academy.

IEYC is used for Early Learning; Cambridge curriculum is used for Primary and Secondary; IB Diploma Programme is offered as an option for Grades 11–12. The school integrates STEAM through project-based learning. English is the language of instruction, and Mandarin is offered in collaboration with Beijing Language and Cultural University. Pakuwon Indah offers Playgroup to Kindergarten 2 and Primary (SD1–SD2); Grand Pakuwon offers Middle School and High School (SMP and SMA).

Graduates are prepared to enter universities worldwide; MOUs with partner universities enable credit transfer, including via the American College program; college and career guidance is provided through school counseling and SPAC (Student Parent Advisory Center).

The school places social and emotional learning at the core of its program. SEL is delivered through a dedicated SEL curriculum taught in all classes, reinforced by daily activities, and supported by a dedicated SEL teacher. A Community Building program, student council, mentorship programs and clubs foster leadership, collaboration, and positive relationships, with leadership development and parent involvement reinforcing SEL beyond the classroom. SEL also includes digital and media literacy as part of the framework.

English is the instructional language at Sampoerna Academy. English language proficiency supports opportunities to study domestically or internationally, and graduates achieve competency in Bahasa Indonesia and Mandarin.

Mental wellbeing is supported through the SEL program and access to trained school counsellors who work with students individually. The school provides resources to help parents understand and support their children's social and emotional development at home, reinforcing wellbeing beyond the classroom.

The safeguarding framework defines abuse and neglect, with school counsellors trained to take appropriate action and follow reporting procedures. Awareness-raising for students and teachers, guidance for parents, and access to counselling options are provided; warning signs are identified and reported, and measures include crisis resources and monitoring of safety, including social media and cyberbullying policies. CCTV monitoring may occur in common areas to support safety.

1. Admission Process: We are academically selective and all children must pass a period of observation and assessment (early years) or an entrance assessment. The entrance assessment features an assessment in English language, Mathematics, and Science along with a personal interview. The school may require students to attend the class for a day or days to monitor the child's behavior and academic level.

2. Class Division and Age Placement: We admit children from the year they turn 2 into Playgroup to the age of 15 into Grade 10; other grades and ages require more consideration and communication between school and parents. Students must reach the age before October 1 of the year of application, and must possess the proper leaving certificate from the previous school year along with major examination results where applicable. Students coming from the British grading system (13 years) will be placed according to conversion.

3. Curriculum and Language: Sampoerna Academy uses English as the language of instruction and offers a Mandarin Curriculum designed with Beijing Language and Cultural University in China. Curriculum framework includes IEYC for Early Learning, Cambridge for Primary and Secondary, and IB option for Grade 11 and Grade 12.

4. Fees and Apply Process: Tuition ranges from IDR 25 Million in ELC up to IDR 187 Million in Grade 12 per annum, with variation by campus and level. This excludes a one-time registration fee, books and resources, learning resource fee, uniform, field trips, Chromebooks and laptops, external exams, ESL, and other services. Application steps include providing copies of school records for the past two years, birth certificate, copies of ID (student and parents) or passports, and (for international students) KITAS; filling out the online application form; and, after review and approval, enrollment is confirmed.

Raya Pepelegi Pondok Maspion IV Blok GH No. 1-6, Waru, Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia

Early Years (ages 2–5); Primary (ages 6–12); Secondary (ages 12–18)

International K-12 day school; Singapore Curriculum for ELC/Primary; Cambridge Curriculum for High School; Cambridge International Centre; Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board partner

Indonesian and international students; nationalities include China, India, Japan, Korea, United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, and South Africa

Singapore

School hours vary by grade: ELC 08:00–12:00; Primary 07:30–14:30; Year 7–12 07:30–15:00; HS may extend beyond 15:00

Provides bus travel to/from West Surabaya (Waru–Sidoarjo). Morning pickup 06:15 (Waterplace Apartment) with 07:10 arrival at South Campus; afternoon service with ~60-minute return; One-way fee IDR 1,350,000; Round-trip IDR 1,950,000; contact +62 31 8531920 or marketing@sna.piagetacademy.org

The school uses a uniform; students collect the uniform on the date scheduled by the Enrolment Team before learning begins.

School meals are inclusive in Tuition Fees for the Early Learning Centre (ELC) and are provided daily by a caterer approved by the school board. For other grade levels, meals are not included in tuition.

Founded in 2004 as part of the PIAGET group of schools. The school is governed by a Board of Governors led by founder and Chairman Mr. William Yiu; other board members include Mr. Bill Toppin and Prof. Roger Slee. The school is owned by Yayasan SINGAPORE PIAGET AKADEMI.

ELC follows the Singapore Curriculum blended with Montessori for ages 2 to 5. Primary School follows the Singapore Curriculum for Year 1 to Year 6. High School follows the Cambridge Curriculum (IGCSE and AS/A Level) for Year 7 to Year 12. A Piaget 12-Year Journey program runs across all levels. The medium of instruction is English; Mandarin and Bahasa Indonesia are taught as second and third languages, and French, German, and Hindi are offered as optional languages. The faculty is multicultural, with staff from Indonesia, the UK, the USA, Canada, China, Singapore, and other countries.

Most graduates continue their learning journey at top universities abroad, including Singapore, the USA, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Australia. Cambridge AS/A Level certificates earned by Year 11 and 12 students are globally recognized.

Piaget 12-Year Journey provides extended opportunities for advanced learning and personal development across all levels. The Immersion Program and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award offer enrichment opportunities for high-achieving students.

The school embraces holistic education that extends beyond academics to character development and active citizenship. SNA aims to nurture students into lifelong learners and active citizens, grounded in values. The Piaget 12-Year Journey program across all levels fosters collaboration, leadership, confidence and creative expression. The Student Council provides student leadership opportunities to improve school life. Health and Wellbeing supports social-emotional development through a dedicated nursing team and counselling services, and the school partners with parents to support well-being.

The school includes students with special educational needs as part of its inclusive education approach.

The English language is the primary medium of instruction; Mandarin and Bahasa Indonesia are taught as second and third languages respectively. Optional foreign language subjects include French, German and Hindi.

The Health and Wellbeing Department is composed of qualified nurses who work with government bodies, health institutions, partners and communities to prevent disease, reduce health risks, and promote health and wellbeing for students, parents, teachers and staff. The approach is student-centered with evidence-based policies and close monitoring to ensure the highest standard of care and wellbeing across the school. The Counseling & Support team provides overseas study preparation, regular career counseling, and university application assistance to guide students in and out of the classroom.

A safe and secure environment is a prerequisite for effective teaching and learning. The school has a well-trained security team and 24/7 guards, CCTV in public areas, and partnerships with local police to prevent violence, bullying and exposure to harmful elements. All members of the school community are aware that they will be monitored and recorded while on campus.

1. Inquire: Contact the Enrolment Team to learn about SNA's Piaget curriculum and programs. You may request a school tour and a free 2-day trial class, depending on timetable and availability. The Enrolment Team provides a brief introduction and guidance on next steps. 2. Trial Class & Admission Test: The Enrolment Team and leadership determine grade placement and provide personalized support after a comprehensive application review. An Admission or Aptitude Test is scheduled depending on grade level. Students are assessed in English, Mathematics, and Science. For ELC to Year 1, an Admission Test is generally not required, though a trial class or observation meeting may be requested. 3. Apply: Visit the school, complete the Application Form, and submit all required documents to the Enrolment Team. An online option is available by downloading the Application Form and attaching the documents for review. Indonesian students must submit a completed Application Form and supporting documents; foreign students submit the completed form along with KITAS and Passports and other required materials. 4. Acceptance: The final admission decision rests with the Principal. The Enrolment Team informs applicants of the decision and issues the Billing Statement for school fees. Applicants should await the next steps as communicated by the Enrolment Team. 5. Payment: Payment can be made via cash, Debit Card, Credit Card, Giro, or Bank Transfer to the Maspion Virtual Account. Ensure the payment is the correct amount and made before the due date so the school can complete administration and prepare learning materials. 6. Welcome to SNA: Before learning begins, collect textbooks, school uniform, and other learning materials on the date scheduled by the Enrolment Team. Ensure the uniform is the correct size and textbooks match the student's grade level. Orientation information and practical pre-arrival guidance are provided to international students.

The school is located in Citraland, Surabaya. Campus address: Citra Raya, Lakarsantri, Tromol Pos 2/SBDK, Surabaya 60225, Indonesia. The campus is described as nestled in the heart of Citraland.

Playgroup; Elementary (KG - Gr. 5); Middle School (Gr. 6 - Gr. 8); High School (Gr. 9 - Gr. 12).

Students come from over 25 nationalities.

The school has Student Support specialists to assist students in their understanding.

SIS is not owned or managed by an individual owner or company. It is a non-profit school owned by the parent community. The Yayasan Surabaya International School Foundation is registered with the Indonesian government and follows the Indonesian three-tier governance system. The school has three tiers of management: Board of Supervisors (BOS), Board of Patrons (BOP), and Board of Management (BOM). BOS supervises BOM and advises the BOP; BOP is comprised of parents and sets school policy, approves the annual budget, and hires the Head of School; BOM comprises school administration and the business manager and is responsible for the day-to-day operation, reporting to the BOP. Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Elementary School (KG - Gr. 5): SIS is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) with English as the language of instruction; Bahasa Indonesia, art, music, physical education, swimming, and technology are taught within an inquiry-based framework. Middle School (Gr. 6 - Gr. 8): Curriculum is based on United States standards; teachers use the Understanding by Design framework, with a 1:1 laptop program and Google Classroom for all classes; core courses are English, social studies, math, and science, and specialist courses include physical education, technology, foreign language, speech and debate, art, music, and drama. High School (Gr. 9 - Gr. 12): A US-standards liberal arts education with the Advanced Placement Program; SIS offers AP courses including an AP Capstone Diploma; electives include music, art, and drama; world languages available are French, Bahasa Indonesia, and Mandarin; there is an advisory program to support students.

Class sizes are typically 10 students.

Graduates have gained acceptance to universities around the world, including Ateneo de Manila University (Philippines), City University of Hong Kong, Ewha Womans University (South Korea), Hanyang University (South Korea), New York University, Boston University, University of Melbourne, Cardiff University, Bocconi University, and more.

Identifies students of exceptional ability and provides support through the Student Services Team, including English Language Learning (ELL) support, accommodations, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), progress assessments, and counseling.

The Student Services Team provides a planned program responsive to students' academic, social, personal and developmental needs. The guidance counselor supports students' academic growth and personal development and assists high school students with university entrance preparation, document completion, and university visits. The SST monitors progress to stimulate, challenge and reinforce learning and to safeguard the privacy of students and their families through prudent record‑keeping and communication practices. The team collaborates with teachers to support social and emotional development across the school.

The Student Services Team comprises school administrators, counselors, learning specialists and English Language Learning (ELL) specialists. SIS provides support for students with mild learning difficulties, including classroom accommodations and interventions, and uses differentiated instruction. It creates various support plans including Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and assists parents with testing arrangements and progress assessments, as well as providing recommendations for external assessments. English Language Learning (ELL) support is provided as part of SST services.

English Language Learning (ELL) support is a priority. SIS uses a sheltered immersion model in which all instruction is in English and students are expected to meet grade-level standards. Teachers co‑plan and co‑teach with the ELL specialists, employing scaffolded strategies to develop reading, writing, speaking and listening, with ongoing assessment and lesson differentiation.

Counseling services are provided by a guidance counselor as part of the Student Services Team, offering a planned program responsive to students' academic, social, personal and developmental needs. The counselor assists students with university preparation, documentation, meetings and visits, and develops personalized plans to support well-being and success.

The school endorses the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and is dedicated to providing a safe environment. Staff must identify and report suspected child abuse or neglect, with training and policy-based procedures, and cases may be reported to appropriate authorities or consulates as needed. The policy is distributed annually to parents and students and the school maintains safeguarding as a priority in its operations.

1. Inquire. Read the Admissions Requirements and review the Fee Schedule. Browse the SIS site and contact the Admissions Office if you have questions. Admission depends on meeting entrance requirements and submission of all previous school records; incomplete records or undisclosed information may delay or deny enrollment. Age-based eligibility for Early Childhood and Elementary programs applies, and students without proficiency in academic English will not be admitted to Grades 9-12.

2. Express your interest. Complete and submit the Preliminary Interest Form. You will receive an automatically generated confirmation email. The Admissions Office will contact you within a few days to follow up on your enquiry, though response times may vary during school or public holidays.

3. Tour the school. Tours can be arranged through the Admissions Office and are recommended early in the application process to familiarize yourself with the campus and to meet teachers and student peers. The tour helps you become familiar with the environment and provides an opportunity to ask questions in person.

4. Provide application documents. Complete the Application for Admission form, the Student Background Information form, and the Health and Emergency Contact form. Submit these forms together with the documents outlined in the Checklist of Admissions Requirements. Submitting these documents ensures SIS has the information needed to assess the applicant.

5. Pay the fees. Pay the application fee to the school at the time of submission; the fee is non-transferable and non-refundable. If your application is successful, before the student enters SIS pay the annual tuition fees, the enrollment fee, and the building fund fee; payment is in Indonesia Rupiah (IDR) and made via bank transfer.

6. Post-acceptance assessments and placement. Upon acceptance to SIS, students will be asked to undertake a reading assessment and will be tested for English language proficiency; these assessments help determine placement and may influence final grade placement and learning assistance programs.

Jl. H.R. Muhammad 371, Surabaya, East Java, 60189 Indonesia. The school's contact number is +62 31 738 7668 / 69.

Preschool; Primary; Secondary; Junior College. The Junior College offers the Cambridge International A Level. The Secondary curriculum adopts both the Singaporean and Cambridge International programmes.

International school

Indonesia

The school is governed by Yayasan Pendidikan Satya Vidya Indonesia and is part of the SIS Group of Schools.

Preschool uses the Nurturing Early Learners Framework, with six learning areas (Language and Literacy; Numeracy; Discovery of the World; Motor Skills Development; Social and Emotional Development; Aesthetic and Creative Expression) plus Information Technology and Mandarin. Primary follows the Singaporean Curriculum with three learning domains—Life Skills, Knowledge Skills and Subject Based Learning—and the core subjects of English, Mathematics, Science and Chinese; Bahasa Indonesia, Technology, Global Perspectives, Physical Education, Visual and Performing Arts, PPKN and Religion are also taught. The Primary Curriculum emphasizes developing the whole child through student-centred lessons, cross-curricular projects and a mix of formal and informal assessment. Secondary employs both the Singaporean and Cambridge International programmes for students aged 13–16, with Lower Secondary subjects including English Language/ESOL, Chinese and Indonesian Languages, Mathematics, Science, Computer Science, Global Perspectives, Literature, Visual and Performing Arts and Physical Education; Upper Secondary offers a broad range including English/ESOL, English Literature, Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Chinese and Indonesian, Information Technology, Art and Design, Global Perspectives, Business Studies, Economics and Physical Education; International assessments include Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint and Cambridge IGCSE. Junior College delivers the Cambridge International A Level, with subjects across Sciences, Mathematics (including Further Mathematics), Languages (English, Chinese), Humanities & Social studies (Global Perspectives & Research, Economics, Sociology) and Creative and Professional subjects (Business, Accounting, Computer Science).

The Cambridge A Level qualifications are widely accepted by top universities and employers around the globe.

Admission Process
1. School Inquiry / School Tour. Families inquire about SIS Surabaya and arrange a school tour to learn about the school and meet admissions staff.
2. Initial Document Submission & Processing Enrollment Form for the placement process. Documents: photocopy of the student's passport and 2 years of their academic transcript from their current school, if any.
3. Registration Fee. A registration fee is payable to complete the placement process.
4. Interview with Head Teacher / Deputy Head Teacher (for all levels). If the student and parents are located abroad, the interview is conducted via Skype at Jakarta time; the school will notify the time and date.
5. Confirmation of Acceptance. The school confirms acceptance after review of documents and interview.
6. School Fee Payment. Parents pay the school fees as part of enrollment.
7. Uniform Purchase. Uniforms are purchased after acceptance and fee payment.

The SIS Founder Scholarship was established by the family of Jaspal Sidhu, Founder and Chairman of the SIS Group of Schools, to honour his father and to make quality education accessible to talented and determined students. The scholarship is awarded on a case-by-case basis and requires Board approval upon recommendation from the Head Teachers of each school. Eligibility includes financial need, a passion for learning, and qualities such as integrity, humility, compassion, perseverance, and the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively. The specific amounts awarded are determined case by case and approved by the Board of SIS Group of Schools.