What are the schools in Jakarta like?
When we asked about the schools in Jakarta, they said...
"Jakarta is home to a number of excellent international and bilingual schools. One of the best international schools in Jakarta is the Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS). JIS is an IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). It is a non-profit, co-educational school that provides a rigorous, inquiry-based education to students from over 50 countries. Another top international school in Jakarta is the British International School Jakarta (BISJ). BISJ is an independent, co-educational school offering the National Curriculum of England and Wales from Early Years to Year 13. It is a member of the Council of British International Schools (COBIS) and is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS). The Jakarta International Korean School (JIKS) is a great bilingual school in Jakarta. JIKS is a private, co-educational school offering a Korean-English bilingual education from Kindergarten to Grade 12. It is accredited by the Korean Ministry of Education and is a member of the Korean International School Association (KISA). Finally, the Jakarta Japanese School (JJS) is another excellent bilingual school in Jakarta. JJS is a private, co-educational school offering a Japanese-English bilingual education from Kindergarten to Grade 12. It is accredited by the Japanese Ministry of Education and is a member of the Japanese School Association in Indonesia (JSAI)," wrote an expat with kids at in Jakarta.
"I believe your child would be quite happy at JIS and the kids are quick to include new kids and get them acquainted with others and the school and environment," commented one expat when asked about Jakarta International School in Jakarta.
Please login to continue reading this article.
Not a member? Join Today (it's free).
Other Questions:
- What do I need to know before retiring in Jakarta?
- What do I need to know before moving to Jakarta?
- How do I find a place to live in Jakarta?
- What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Jakarta?
- What is the average cost of housing in Jakarta?
- How do I meet people in Jakarta?
- What should I pack when moving to Jakarta?
- Where should I setup a bank account in Jakarta?
- Will I be able to find a job in Jakarta?
- What is life like in Jakarta?
- What do people like (and dislike) about Jakarta?
- What type of social life can someone expect in Jakarta?
- What is the social scene like in Jakarta?
- What advice to expats in Jakarta have about housing?
- What are medical services in Jakarta like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Jakarta?
- Is the cost of living in Jakarta high?
- What are the visa & residency requirements in Jakarta?
- Why do people move to Jakarta?
What are the schools in Jakarta like?
If you live in Jakarta, newcomers to Jakarta would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.