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Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Indian Curriculum
Taught languages Indonesian, Mandarin, German
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction
Manado Independent School (MIS), formerly Manado International School, is a private Christian international school serving Early Childhood through High in Kolongan, Minahasa, near Manado, Indonesia. It is the first and only Sulawesi international school licensed for all levels under SPK system. MIS is affiliated with Cambridge Assessment International Education and Oxford, and earned ASIC Premier Institution status in 2024, with BAN-S/M 'A' rating for all sections. The school offers Early Childhood, Elementary (Grades 1–6), Middle and High School. The Elementary curriculum blends Oxford ESL with a Cambridge Minor program; Cambridge English and Cambridge Math are part of the Cambridge Subject Group for Grades 1–6, while Grades 1–4 do not require Cambridge. Daily devotionals and a Chapel frame the day. Facilities include Computer, Science and Language Labs, a library, a media centre, a Music Hall and a playground, with supervised Wi‑Fi and safety policies. Extracurriculars include performing arts, clubs, and sports.
Jl. Walanda Maramis, Kolongan, Kec. Kalawat, Kabupaten Minahasa Utara, Sulawesi Utara 95371, Indonesia
The Essentials
Manado Independent School has instruction in English.
Location
Manado Independent School is located at Jl. Walanda Maramis, Kolongan, Kalawat District, North Minahasa Regency, North Sulawesi 95371, Indonesia. The campus is in Kolongan, North Sulawesi.
Stages
Early Childhood Program; Elementary School; Middle School; High School
Type
International school licensed by the Indonesian Ministry of National Education with a collaborative system of education (SPK)
Country affiliation
Indonesia
Religious affiliation
Christian
School day structure
Grade 1–3: Monday–Wednesday 8:00 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.; Thursday–Friday 8:00 A.M. – 1:45 P.M. Grade 4–6: Monday–Wednesday 8:00 A.M. – 4:10 P.M.; Thursday–Friday 8:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. Everyday, a devotional is held in each homeroom and the day ends with a prayer.
Bus service
Transportation: The school provides buses and cars to pick up and drop off students, teachers and staff. Pickups occur at assigned points and buses depart on schedule. If a student is left behind, there may be another MIS bus with available seats. Students must follow bus rules and seating arrangements.
Fees
Application / Registration - A placement test (English, Mathematics and aptitude) is required and a placement-test fee must be paid at the school cashier. - A registration fee and a Student Association fee are payable upon registration; these fees are nonrefundable and non-transferable.
Tuition fees (amounts by year group / per term) - Specific numeric tuition amounts by year group and per term are not published in the school's publicly available fee materials. Parents must obtain the school's current fee schedule from the Finance Office or Admission Office. - Tuition may be paid either in full for the year or by installment; an initial payment is required at registration. Late enrollees have specified down‑payment requirements (for example, 30% down payment on late enrollment; 70% of yearly tuition if enrolling in the second semester). Billing statements are prepared in the first week of each month and distributed to families.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing statements are produced in the first week of each month and include an official pre-numbered cash receipt, the date of payment, total balance and the balance due for the current month. - Tuition and Residence Hall fees may be paid in full or by installment; the initial payment must be settled upon registration. Students who are not current on financial accounts may be suspended from class, and report cards/transcripts and examination permits will be withheld until outstanding fees are paid. Reminder letters are sent during the 2nd–4th weeks of the month for outstanding balances. - Specific rules for late enrollees: 30% down payment on enrollment; if enrolling during the second semester (January latest) 70% of the yearly tuition must be paid upon registration; no discount for late enrollees.
Boarding / Residence Hall (where applicable) - A Residence Hall is provided for Grade 7–12 students; use of the Residence Hall is optional. Parents are required to pay either the initial portion or the full Residence Hall fee at registration as part of the admissions process. Numeric boarding rates are not published in the publicly available materials and must be obtained from the Finance Office or Admission Office. Contact numbers for the Residence Hall offices are available through Admissions.
Other costs and typical additional charges - Placement test fee (payable at the cashier). Uniforms: a school uniform set is provided after the initial payment is completed (show the payment slip to the inventory staff). Parents should expect additional costs such as books, stationery, ID/pass, special activity fees, extracurricular or varsity program fees, cafeteria/catering services, and occasional event or field‑trip charges. Summer/supplementary class fees and small administrative charges are listed in the student handbook as examples (for instance, summer-class credit fees and a small replacement fee for lost membership cards). Exact itemised amounts for these other costs must be obtained from Finance/Admissions. - Example small charges published in school materials (illustrative only): summer-class credit fees are shown in the handbook (e.g., 2 credits Rp. 450,000; 3 credits Rp. 675,000) and replacement of a lost membership card is listed as Rp. 5,000. These are specific examples from the student handbook and do not represent the main tuition or boarding rates.
Refunds and withdrawal - Registration and Student Association fees are explicitly nonrefundable and non-transferable. Other refund/withdrawal arrangements are managed through the Finance Office; formal withdrawal requires completion of a withdrawal/clearance form and settlement of all outstanding accounts before final clearance or release of original certificates. Numeric refund rules (if any) are not published in the publicly available materials and must be clarified with the Finance Office.
Fee payment options and bank details - Payments can be made in Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) or in US Dollars (USD) based on the current exchange rate; the school instructs parents to confirm the current rate with the Finance Office prior to payment. Payments may be made to the school's designated bank accounts or in cash. The handbook lists the school bank accounts for common Indonesian banks and a USD account for international payments. Credit and debit cards with VISA or MASTERCARD logos are accepted. Families should provide a copy or fax of bank deposit forms or transfer slips to the Finance Office after payment so the account can be reconciled. (Bank account numbers and card acceptance details are published in the school's finance materials.)
Key administrative and contact details for fee queries - The Finance Office and Admission Office handle fee schedules, current rates, and itemised breakdowns. Admission & Finance phone numbers and general contact channels are listed in school materials for direct enquiries. Parents seeking the precise, up‑to‑date numeric fee schedule for the 2026/27 (or 2025/26 if 2026/27 details are not yet available) must contact the school's Finance or Admission Office to receive the official itemised fee schedule and payment instructions.
Brief note on availability of numeric fee figures - The school's publicly available admission and handbook materials clearly describe fee types, billing and payment procedures, currencies accepted, bank accounts and card acceptance, installment rules, the nonrefundable status of registration/Student Association fees, residence hall availability and billing practices. However, specific numeric tuition rates (per year group, per term) and boarding rates are not published in those public materials. Parents must request the current itemised fee schedule directly from the Finance Office or Admission Office for exact per-term and per-year figures.
Academics
Manado Independent School teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Indian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers Elementary School for Grades 1–6. The curriculum combines Oxford + English as a Second Language (ESL) with a Cambridge-based Minor program. The Cambridge Subject Group includes Cambridge English and Cambridge Math for Grades 1–6. Minor subjects include English (Vocabulary/Reading, Grammar/Writing, Conversation, Critical Reading, Creative Writing, Advanced Speaking and Listening), Mandarin, Bahasa Indonesia, Information Technology, Social Media, and Advanced Classes (Advanced Math, Advanced Math 2, Advanced Math 3, Advanced Math 4, Advanced Math 5, Advanced Math 6; Advanced Science, Advanced Science 2–6; Advanced Language 1–3; English Speech). The Cambridge program is not a prerequisite for Grades 1–4. Daily devotionals and a Chapel are part of the routine. Class Hours: Grades 1–3, Monday–Wednesday 8:00 AM–2:30 PM; Thursday–Friday 8:00 AM–1:45 PM. Grades 4–6, Monday–Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:10 PM; Thursday–Friday 8:00 AM–3:30 PM. Academic Levels include Early Childhood Program, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School.
Gifted and Talented
Advanced Classes are offered (Advanced Math, Advanced Science, Advanced Language, English Speech) as part of the Minor subjects.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides comprehensive mental, physical, social-emotional, and spiritual development as part of its mission. The goal is to help students develop emotional strength.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school develops English proficiency with listening, speaking, reading, and writing. English is used for communication in school settings, including in the cafeteria where English is encouraged at all times.
Mental Wellbeing
The mission emphasizes comprehensive mental development and emotional strength as core aims of student development.
Admissions
Admissions
1. MIS is the only school in North Sulawesi officially granted an international school license and permit for all educational levels by the Ministry of National Education of Indonesia, and it operates under a collaborative system of education (SPK). 2. MIS is internationally accredited as a Premier Institution by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC). 3. Admissions contact: Jimmy at 085240729848 and Wulan at 082192454719. 4. The Registrar's Office is open Monday–Thursday from 8:15 to 16:30, Friday from 8:15 to 16:00, and Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00 for enrollment inquiries, and is located at Jl. Walanda Maramis, Kolongan, Kec. Kalawat, Kabupaten Minahasa Utara, Sulawesi Utara 95377. 5. Prospective families may schedule a tour to learn about MIS programs; visits can be arranged through the Admissions process.
FAQs
What curriculum does Manado Independent School follow?
The school offers Elementary School for Grades 1–6. The curriculum combines Oxford + English as a Second Language (ESL) with a Cambridge-based Minor program. The Cambridge Subject Group includes Cambridge English and Cambridge Math for Grades 1–6.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application / Registration**
- A placement test (English, Mathematics and aptitude) is required and a placement-test fee must be paid at the school cashier.
Where is Manado Independent School located?
Manado Independent School is located at Jl. Walanda Maramis, Kolongan, Kalawat District, North Minahasa Regency, North Sulawesi 95371, Indonesia. The campus is in Kolongan, North Sulawesi.
What age groups does the school serve?
Early Childhood Program; Elementary School; Middle School; High School
Is there a school bus service?
Transportation: The school provides buses and cars to pick up and drop off students, teachers and staff. Pickups occur at assigned points and buses depart on schedule.
1. MIS is the only school in North Sulawesi officially granted an international school license and permit for all educational levels by the Ministry of National Education of Indonesia, and it operates under a collaborative system of education (SPK).
What accreditations does the school hold?
The school is the only school in North Sulawesi officially granted an international school license and permit for all sections by the Ministry of National Education as a school with a collaborative system of education (SPK); it is internationally acc
What languages are taught?
Oxford is the core curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 6, and Cambridge is used for Grades 7–12 (including Cambridge English, IGCSE, and A-levels). The National Curriculum is also used.
What wellbeing support is available?
The school provides comprehensive mental, physical, social-emotional, and spiritual development as part of its mission. The goal is to help students develop emotional strength.
What facilities does the school have?
Manado Independent School offers a range of academic and student facilities, including laboratories, a library, a media centre, a music hall, and a playground.
When was Manado Independent School founded?
Manado Independent School (MIS), formerly Manado International School, is a private Christian institution serving students from Early Childhood through Senior High School.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The school offers Music and Arts as a Minor subject, with progression from Grades 1–3 to Grades 4–6. Instrument options include Piano, Violin, Recorder, and Angklung, along with Arts and Crafts and decorative arts.
