Jakarta. Jakarta hosts around 65 international schools, according to International Schools Database.com. Despite high tuition fees, these schools remain an attractive option for parents, offering high educational standards, multicultural environments, international curricula, and multilingual programs.

While primarily serving the expat community, many of these schools also welcome a limited number of local students, fostering a diverse environment that allows children to engage with various cultures. To support cultural integration, Indonesian language and culture studies are compulsory in most schools.

Over half of Jakarta’s international schools follow British-oriented curricula, with around one-fifth adopting a US approach. Classes are conducted in English, and most schools serve students from preschool through to high school graduation.

Whether you're an expat seeking a school for your children or an Indonesian parent preparing your child for higher education abroad, here are eight recommended international schools in Jakarta.
 

• Singapore Intercultural Schools (SIS)

  

  
  Founded by Singaporean Jaspal Sidhu in 1996, the SIS Group of Schools began in South Jakarta and has since expanded to 15 campuses with 5,000 students across Indonesia, from Jakarta to North Sumatra. SIS offers the Singapore Curriculum for younger students, the Cambridge IGCSE for secondary education, and the IB Diploma for high school.
  
  Recently, SIS hosted its largest-ever SIS Olympics, featuring over 1,300 student-athletes from 11 schools across three countries. Over four days, competitions in soccer, basketball, volleyball, and more were held, along with public speaking and performing arts events like debates, impromptu speeches, and Model United Nations. Founder Jaspal Sidhu praised the event as a "spectacular display of teamwork, talent, and determination." Tuition is around Rp 185 million per year ($11,787).

• British School Jakarta (BSJ)

  

  
  Established in 1974 under the British Embassy, BSJ integrates international curricula across all levels, with Kindergarten following the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for play-based learning, and Years 1–6 combining the English National Curriculum with an inquiry-based approach. In Secondary School, BSJ offers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), Career-related Programme (CP), and Diploma Programme (DP). Tuition ranges from Rp 118 million per year for preschoolers to Rp 425.8 million for high school seniors.

• ACG School Jakarta

  

  
  ACG School Jakarta offers a holistic approach from early years through grade 13, focusing on academic, social, and emotional development. The school employs both the IB and Cambridge curricula. Tuition is approximately Rp 395 million annually, excluding additional fees.

• Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS)

  

  
  Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS) was founded in 1951 by United Nations workers as the Jakarta International School, established to serve the children of expatriates living in Jakarta. Located in South Jakarta, JIS is among the city’s elite international schools, attracting students from around the world and featuring state-of-the-art facilities. Many JIS graduates attend prestigious global universities. Notable alumni include Gojek co-founder Kevin Aluwi, US Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, US Senator Tammy Duckworth, professional golfer Danny Masrin, actress Angela Kinsey, musician Jamie Aditya, and actress Cinta Laura. Tuition starts at Rp 550 million annually for early education and can reach nearly Rp 1 billion for high school.

• Sekolah Pelita Harapan (SPH)

  

  
  Sekolah Pelita Harapan (SPH) was established in 1993 by the late Johannes Oentoro and Lippo Group's chairman James T. Riady in Lippo Village, Banten. SPH integrates the IB and Cambridge curricula, emphasizing both global standards and local culture, with Bible studies as a required subject. English is the primary language of instruction. Annual tuition is about Rp 397 million.

• Jakarta Indonesia Korean School (JIKS)

  

  
  Founded in 1976, JIKS combines Korean and Indonesian educational styles, incorporating English language instruction to prepare students for a global environment. Located in East Jakarta, tuition ranges from Rp 100 million to Rp 300 million, depending on grade level.

• New Zealand School Jakarta

  

  
  This school adopts the IB curriculum with a hands-on learning approach focused on more than just academics. Tuition ranges from Rp 200 million to Rp 217 million, based on the chosen program.

• Nord Anglia School Jakarta

  

  
  With a British-style education using the UK curriculum and an international core, Nord Anglia Jakarta emphasizes skill development and comprehensive understanding. Tuition costs around Rp 337 million per year, depending on grade level.