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| Number of students |
300 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
20 |
| Most common nationality |
As a school that celebrates diversity, students come from Indonesia and other parts of the world, including USA, UK, Australia, Germany, South Korea, Japan, Singapore and India. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Bahasa Indonesia, Mandarin, Hindi, French |
| Max. number of students per class |
24 |
| Average number of students per class |
22 |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
The Academy is a true 21st century school and recognises that in highly effective classrooms, learners are encouraged to be creative, think critically, collaborate and communicate. This is addressed powerfully by supporting the acquisition of content and skills in the classroom through the access of technology in every part of the school. The Academy believes that the Apple iPad represents the best design to accommodate the kinds of learning the school sees as necessary to prepare students for the future. The iPad provides Junior and Middle School teachers with thousands of applications, simulations and games that support and engage learners. The Academy will also integrate interactive content to replace textbooks over the next few years. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma, IGCSE |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
Beacon Academy believes in Inclusive Education to create a community of motivated students and staff engaged in learning.
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| Entry evaluation for students |
Assessment and interview. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
7:30 |
| School finish time |
14:40 |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Basic Animation Club, Press Club, Entrepreneurship Club, Choir, Martial Art, Model United Nations, Musical Theater, Photography, Scuba Diving, TED-Ed club. |
| Sports activities included |
Physical Education |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Sports facilities at the school |
The Academy hosts world-class sports facilities including a semi-indoor competition swimming pool complex and a full-sized gymnasium. Both facilities are equipped with toilets and showers for male and female athletes, and are equipped with tribune seating for spectators. The Academy also boasts a football pitch with competition-style tribune seating for spectators. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Beacon Academy is a leading international school in Jakarta. Founded in 2007, Beacon prides itself on innovative and qualified teachers and world-class facilities. Students at Beacon learn in a warm and caring environment, and are encouraged to be service-oriented leaders as they take their place as respectful and responsible citizens of the world. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Beacon Academy offers a balanced, well-rounded education combining academic rigour, creativity, critical thinking, physical education and the arts. |
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