British School Jakarta delivers a world-class education designed to inspire and empower students from Kindergarten through to Primary and Secondary. With passionate educators, personalised support through our Learning Support Services team, and expert guidance from our University Hub, we help every student grow in confidence, achieve their goals, and unlock a future full of opportunities.
A Bespoke Curriculum Built for Success
BSJ blends the best international education frameworks to deliver a well-rounded and future-ready education:
- Primary: Kindergarten follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), while Years 1-6 follow an enquiry-based learning approach featuring English National Curriculum (ENC) for Maths and English
- Secondary: Students benefit from globally recognised programmes, including the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP).
Why choose BSJ?
1. A diverse community of 50 nationalities
2. Highly qualified and experienced international educators
3. World-class facilities and enriching extracurricular activities
4. University Hub personalised support guiding students toward top global universities
As an educational trust, BSJ is overseen by a Council of Trustees and Board of Governors as the representative of the parents.
| Number of students |
1400 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
50 |
| Most common nationality |
British, Indonesian, Australian, Indian, South Korean, and Japanese |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
32% local : 68% international |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
EAL (English as an Additional Language) programme is provided with no additional fee |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Indonesian and Korean |
| Max. number of students per class |
Kindergarten: 16 Students
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| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
BSJ is an Apple Distinguished School. Our younger students have iPads supplied and managed by the school allowing for a mobile and flexible approach to learning. Secondary students have family-owned MacBooks or iPad Pros which give freedom of choice to our students as they become more conversant with the tools they use. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Yes. Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Only Indonesian passport holders participate in our religious activities that are conducted within school hours |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma |
| Results in these examinations |
The IB Diploma pass rate is 97% with an average score of 35 in Academic Year 2023-2024 |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
KG1: reading
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| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
96% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
At British School Jakarta (BSJ), Student Support Services is a collaborative team that includes Learning Diversity (LD), English as an Additional Language (EAL), and Counselling Services. We are committed to providing a well-rounded learning experience that meets the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social needs of our students. Our goal is to deliver targeted support services to students who require specialised expertise, assessment, and intervention to overcome learning barriers. We celebrate the diversity of our students and strive to help them achieve their aspirations and goals through group, one-to-one, and classroom interventions. Our team works closely with teachers and support staff to provide a differentiated curriculum and ensure a personalised learning experience for students who need additional support. We are dedicated to promoting successful education and wellbeing for all students. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Through its wonderful community and collaborative partnerships, BSJ provides an education that is more than just a school. Our students have numerous opportunities to find and explore their passions and talents within school life that synergise with the academic progress for their future success. At BSJ, students are offered the chance to develop a range of cross-curricular skills in a wide range of activities. We always try to broaden the activities available to offer exciting new choices such as Bouldering to develop rock climbing; Inventions Club, to develop creativity and entrepreneurial skills; and Build and Code Robotics, to develop programming skills. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Entry Assessment test / interview |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Primary school applicants will be required to undertake an English and Maths assessment or CAT, exception for KG where stay & play/ interview required. Secondary school applicants are required to undertake cognitive, and academic abilities assessments: CAT, NGRT and interview. Some students may require WIDA assessment to ascertain their level of English. |
| Waiting list |
Depends on the year group. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We accept students throughout the year |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
07.50 |
| School finish time |
14.50 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Swimming, Tennis, Football, Music, Drama, Taekwondo, Robotic, Basketball, Badminton, Gymnastics, Cooking, Ballet, Volleyball, Scout, Fitness, Ultimate Frisbee, Zumba, Rock climbing, Rugby, Choir, Dance, Golf, and many more. Read more details about our activities at: https://www.bsj.sch.id/arts-activities-sports/bsj-activities#slide5 |
| Sports activities included |
In PHE lessons, students participate in a carousel of diverse activities including football, basketball, athletics, badminton, rugby/touch, volleyball, softball/cricket, dance, fitness and swimming. These are further enhanced with the provision of, for example, gymnastics and taekwondo as options within a highly comprehensive activities programme taking place both in the evenings and at weekends. The British School Jakarta (BSJ) Football Education programme, in collaboration with Manchester City Football Club, offers authentic and innovative coaching programmes for students. Drawing on Manchester City's coaching philosophy and methodology, BSJ provides a world-class football programme for its students and the external community. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
Primary School Library, Secondary School Library, BSJ World Theatre, Science Laboratories, Music Rooms, Primary Playground, Kindergarten Playground, Food Technology Room, Design Technology Workshop |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Multiple playgrounds and water play facility
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| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Located in South West of Jakarta, BSJ boasts a stunning 44-acre campus that has been specifically designed to enhance the academic life of all our students. From the state-of-the-art classrooms and inviting community spaces in Primary to the specialist classrooms in Secondary, our staff and students are able to enjoy the highest quality teaching and learning. Our exceptional recreational amenities complement our outstanding academic facilities, providing abundant opportunities for students to engage in a wide range of extracurricular activities. This holistic approach further enhances their overall school experience. Our curriculum integrates British and international education systems, providing students with a diverse learning experience that spans from the English National Curriculum (ENC) and an inquiry-based exploratory framework in Primary to the International Baccalaureate Programmes in Secondary, where our students consistently achieve results above the world average. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
At the core of the learning process is inquiry-based learning. The styles, depth and research skills will form a deeper understanding and give the students skills that will be very important for their entire educational journey. |
Established initially in the city centre, the School moved to an 18-hectare estate in Bintaro, 7km south-west of the capital, in 1994. On the edge of one of the world's busiest cities, many visitors are still surprised to find such an expansive green space.
There are dedicated areas for Primary, Secondary and specialist studies, such as Languages and Performing Arts. Our theatre complex includes two stages, a dance studio, and rehearsal and make up rooms.
BSJ is also one of the best-resourced schools in Asia for sport. We have five tennis courts; extensive grass and artificial playing fields; covered areas for games; and an Olympic-sized swimming pool. Our Sports Centre contains courts for basketball, volleyball and badminton; a gym and weights room; and a dance studio.
Experience BSJ Campus through a 360° Virtual Tour here.
Curriculum: Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum (EYFS)
Key Feature: Develop a clear love of learning at the start of school life, gaining essential dispositions and academic foundations to thrive.
Focus: For children to become critical thinkers who are curious about learning and understand that they are valued and unique.
Curriculum: Based on the National Curriculum of England and the International Primary Curriculum to reflect the international and multi-cultural student body.
Key Feature: Extensive resources and facilities to provide a stimulating and exciting environment that encourages children to fully engage in their learning through a balance of inquiry and a variety of teaching styles and approaches.
Focus: Emphasis on the student developing as a lifelong learner with the skills, concepts and attitudes necessary for them to develop academically, socially, spiritually, emotionally and physically.
Years 7-11: MYP
MYP is an educational programme for 11-16 years old students as part of the IB curriculum. It is a framework that is inquiry-based, content and skills-based; it encourages students to make practical connections between their studies and the real world.
Years 12-13: IB
Students continue their studies with one of two IB Programmes: the IB Diploma or the IB Career-related Programme. Both are challenging programmes of international education with rigorous assessment in preparation for university and further study.
At BSJ, students are offered the chance to develop a range of cross-curricular skills in a wide range of activities.
We always try to broaden the activities available to offer exciting new choices such as Bouldering to develop rock climbing; Inventions Club, to develop creativity and entrepreneurial skills; and Build and Code Robotics, to develop programming skills.
Students can choose equally from dozens of sporting pastimes and cultural or artistic endeavours, from the delicacy of ballet and the adventure of scuba diving to the engaging mad science and the dynamic rock band. This set of activities is delivered through experiential learning in areas children would not always get access to in traditional curriculum subjects.
MCFS@BSJ is a football school within BSJ, where a unique provision of education in football will be delivered. MCFS@BSJ adopts the curriculum and methodology used by the coaching team at Manchester City and delivered by a full-time Manchester City coach who is permanently placed in BSJ
All BSJ students will be able to participate in this programme through the School’s Physical and Health Education (PHE) curriculum as well as the extensive Extracurricular Activities (ECA) programme. For non-BSJ students, registration is now open for students aged U8 and U10.
Welcome to British School Jakarta (BSJ)!
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