BSJ provides a unique learning journey for our students to pave the way to unlimited opportunities, starting from Kindergarten (aged 2 to 5), Primary School (aged 5 to 11) and Secondary School (aged 11 to 18), supported by our experienced teaching faculty, well-being counsellors as well as University Counselling team.
BSJ's curricula consist of an enhanced blend of international curricula:
Primary - The EYFS framework for KG1/2 enhanced with elements of the Montessori approach. For KS1/2 (years 1 - 6) the English National Curriculum and International Primary Curriculum.
Secondary - i/GCSE, and IB - MYP, CP & DP.
Our unique learning journey is supported by:
1. Highly qualified and experienced teaching faculties.
2. Comprehensive wellbeing framework in partnership with MIT
3. World-class campus facilities & IT infrastructure
4. A wide-ranging and outstanding extracurricular programme.
5. University Hub supported by highly experienced counsellors that guide students from Year 7.
6. Character development and self-discipline taught from an early age.
7. Curricula that go beyond the traditional subjects.
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 |
1300 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
48 |
| Most common nationality |
Indonesian, South Korean, British, Indian |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
38% local : 62% international |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
EAL (English as an Additional Language) programme |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Indonesian and Korean |
| Max. number of students per class |
Kindergarten: 20 Students
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| Average number of students per class |
22 |
| 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, I/GCSE |
| Results in these examinations |
The IB Diploma pass rate is 99% with an average score of 37.2 in Academic Year 2020-2021 |
| 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 |
BSJ provides students with a holistic learning experience that ensures their physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs are met by targeting the delivery of individual support services to those who require specialised expertise, assessment and intervention in order to overcome barriers to learning. Since January 2019, BSJ has been in partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the introduction of Compassionate Systems training and tools. We have designed a Framework that enables each student to follow her or his own path through the school by focussing on herself or himself as well as following the individual journey. |
| 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 |
Placement test |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Applicants of Secondary school wishing to gain admission to the School will be required to undertake entry assessment tests to ascertain their level of English, cognitive, and academic abilities. |
| Waiting list |
Depends on the year group. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline |
| 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/school/extracurricular/activities. |
| 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. Starting Academic Year 2021-2022, the Manchester City Football School Playbook will be applied in our students' Physical and Health Education (PHE) lessons curriculum and football programmes. Moreover, the BSJ football teams will be coached on how to play the Manchester City way. |
| 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 |
5 Football Pitches
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| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The British School Jakarta (BSJ) is a board-governed independent Collaborative Education Unit (SPK) school founded under the auspices of the British Embassy Jakarta in 1974. In 1994, it moved to Bintaro; a 44-acre site that has been constructed to provide a world-class education in terms of bespoke teaching and learning in the classroom and facilities that include a 750 seat theatre, sports, musical and language centres. The school offers children aged 3 to 18 the best of British education with a strong international perspective. Founded primarily to teach British and Commonwealth nationals, it serves a diverse community of approximately 1,300 students aged 3 to 18. BSJ curriculum is driven by inquiry and knowledge. BSJ Primary curriculum has IPC and components of the English National Curriculum, moving into the IB MYP, I/GCSE, and IB DP or IB CP. BSJ is an HMC overseas school, Apple Distinguished, member of FOBISIA, and accredited by CIS/WASC. BSJ also works closely with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and their Compassionate Systems wellbeing programme. For more information about BSJ please visit https://www.bsj.sch.id/ |
| 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.
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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 7-9: 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 10-11: IGCSE
Students move into their two-year study programme to prepare for IGCSEs. Students typically take 9 subjects, according to their individual abilities and needs. These rigorous and internationally recognised qualifications provide a broad and balanced foundation for further study.
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.
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