Welcome to The Independent School of Jakarta (ISJ).
At ISJ, we know that happy children are far more likely to be successful pupils, and happy, successful pupils are far more likely to become contented and prosperous adults. ISJ is a school where boys and girls thrive.
Pupils benefit from world-class facilities and an approach to teaching and learning found at the most effective independent schools in the world.
Pupils are immersed in an inspiring, broad and rigorous academic curriculum. Sporting, cultural and artistic opportunities are in abundance and academic excellence is underpinned by a focus on the creative arts and a wealth of co-curricular provision.
Emma Webb
Academic Director
| Number of students |
250 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
43 |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
40:60 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Bahasa from the 2s (nursery) and Mandarin from the 7s (year 3). |
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
18 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Teaching and learning is supported by school wide wifi, laptops, iPads, and interactive whiteboards where appropriate. |
| 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 |
| External examinations or assessments available |
The school ultimately prepares students for success at GCSEs and A-Levels. |
| Results in these examinations |
Students typically achieve A/A* at A-levels and expect to attend well regarded universities in Europe, the US, Australia and elsewhere. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Entrance assessments for prospective pupils in the 5s and above are carried out in a sensitive manner and aim to assess academic ability, potential, aptitude and behaviour. Individual and/or small group assessments are arranged throughout the year on application. |
| Waiting list |
As of this writing, there are waiting lists for the majority of year levels. Prospective parents are advised to contact the school as early as possible. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes provided there is space. |
| School start time |
7.50am |
| School finish time |
4pm |
| 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 |
ISJ offers many clubs and activities. |
| Sports activities included |
Gymnastics, cricket, basketball, volleyball, fencing, netball, football, hockey, rounders, tennis, and swimming. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Swimming pool, football pitch, climbing wall. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The Independent School of Jakarta provides an exceptional education in Jakarta built on British heritage. Its Pondok Pinang campus provides world class facilities and opportunities for boys and girls aged two to thirteen years. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
The school’s purpose is to provide children with a safe and friendly environment for children to grow and thrive, and to lay the foundations for success during their time at school, beyond at university and into their adult life. |
Our wonderful Pre-Prep (nursery to Year 2) is a remarkable setting for your child’s educational journey to begin. Welcoming young children aged two to seven years, our purpose built facilities house a happy, warm and big hearted place where we help boys and girls to develop the building blocks for a lifelong love of learning.
In the Prep School our children take their learning to the next level, as they prepare for the academic rigour of Senior School. The curriculum continues to be very broad, designed to promote excellence and to give the children as many opportunities as possible to identify their strengths and expand their horizons; sports, music and the arts continue to flourish alongside other academic disciplines.
ISJ is located in Pondok Indah, South Jakarta about 20 minutes from the main office areas in the centre of the city. This is a leafy, cosmopolitan area dominated by residential housing.
Spaces are placed and arranged to allow children of different ages and interests to find their own space to explore with their peers, to concentrate on a task, or to find a quiet space to read a book. The campus swimming pool, football pitch, art, music and other facilities provide the venues for children to explore their interests.
Classrooms, the Pre-Prep, the library, the stem lab, the IT infrastructure are designed to ensure teachers have the space and resources, and flexibility to teach in a way that best meets the learning goals for that activity.
We are delighted that you are considering sending your child to The Independent School of Jakarta.
We realise that choosing the right school is a big decision which is why we are here to help guide you every step of the way.
Our Admissions Team would be more than happy to help with any questions you may have.
