Getting Young People Ready for the World
How can we best prepare young people to feel like they are ready for the world? At a time when the world is at its most interconnected in history, and thus more daunting for those on the precipice of engaging with it, answering this question is more important than ever. Academia has been striving to
Bali Island School Celebrates a Year of Impactful Initiatives and Commitment to Positive Changes
Bali Island School (BIS), one of the island’s premier international educational institutions, celebrates a year of impactful initiatives. In 2023, through their International Baccalaureate programmes, students of the school achieved some amazing results in social and environmental efforts. A core element of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum is developing students beyond academic pursuits, with the
Universitas Gadjah Mada: Yogyakarta’s Historical Education Institution
With its beautiful batik, palaces of the sultan, art galleries and traditional dance performances the many famous attractions for visitors to Yogyakarta are enjoyed by millions every year. Lesser known perhaps, but no less a foundation of the city’s heart and soul, is Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) an Indonesian research university located on a lush
ACG School Jakarta: Creating Tomorrow’s Leaders
Described as “a small school with a big heart” by Principal Myles D’Airelle, ACG School Jakarta is a top pick for international and Indonesian families seeking a world-class education. Offering an exceptional learning journey from Kindergarten to Year 13, the South Jakarta-based school is a vibrant community of passionate teachers, small classes, personalised learning and
Arus Kualan Indigenous School: A Journey to Preserve Culture, Empower the Future
On the fertile soil of East Kalimantan, there is hope for indigenous communities facing the challenges of forest loss. At Sekolah Adat Arus Kualan (Arus Kualan Indigenous School), nature is a respected teacher and the learning process is combined with efforts to maintain Dayak culture. /Photos Sekolah Adat Arus Kualan For generations, the Dayak people
TigerCampus for Finding Private Online Tutors of All Ages
The effectiveness of distance learning and online learning platforms has risen over the last couple of years, showing positive results of online tutoring and its impact on students, if done well! But, that’s the issue, finding the right program, especially finding a good private online tutor in Indonesia. This is where TigerCampus comes in, offering
A Captivating Theatre Performance of Edgar Allan Poe’s ‘The Raven’ by BINUS School Simprug Students
Taking over the Teater Besar at Taman Ismail Marzuki, the students of BINUS School Simprug put on a real show with their theatrical rendition of The Raven, an original adaptation of Edgar Allen Poe’s acclaimed narrative poem. Featuring great stage design, lighting, era-appropriate costumes and choreography, the literal ‘scene’ was set for the ensemble of
An Island Education: Mike Miller, Head of Bali Island School, on Learning and Living in Bali
Many in Jakarta have romanticised the idea of living in Bali, but perhaps fear that ‘island life’ may not have the institutions one needs in the big city: for families, children’s education is certainly a main factor in the decision. As one of the premier international schools on the island, Bali Island School (BIS) offers
Taman Literasi Martha Christina Tiahahu: Integrating Reading into the City
A gardened public space has been added to Jakarta. A hub integrated into the city’s public network that aims to encourage a reading culture, and to act as a meeting place for like-minded writers, publishers and general literacy enthusiasts. Taman Literasi Martha Christina Tiahahu – otherwise known as Taman Literasi Blok M – is one
Getting an ‘A for Effort’ with Jakarta’s Top Tutoring Centre
In this day and age, tutoring has become an accepted form of supplementary education. Students – and their parents – seek tutoring for a variety of reasons, yet within an international environment, where students often experience frequent transitions between different schools and curriculums, tutoring has become the norm. For families coming to Indonesia from abroad,
Kinderland Indonesia Celebrates 30 Years Journey of Early Childhood Education
As the academic year 2024-2025 begins, Kinderland Indonesia proudly marks its 30th anniversary, celebrating three decades of dedication to early childhood education. Since its inception in 1994, this Singapore-based preschool network, consistent with commitment, innovation and dedication has grown into a respected institution across Indonesia, educating over 20,000 young learners. The foundation of Kinderland Indonesia
JIS Opens Learning Center Dedicated to Special Education
Jakarta Intercultural School’s introduces an inclusive learning program for children with neurodiversity emphasizes both academic and life skills Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS) inaugurated on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, a specialized program for children with neuro-diversities called the JIS Learning Center, further strengthening its commitment to providing an inclusive educational environment for students from multicultural backgrounds. “Today
Building an Educational Learning Ecosystem Through EduPhoria Education Expo
On August 26-28, an education exhibition EduPhoria was held again with a hybrid concept from 4 cities, including Jakarta, Tangerang, Bekasi and Central Java. More than 70 exhibitors attended, from schools, courses, extracurriculars, and other communities. On August 27, there were also live performances, such as ballet, modern dance, music performance, and parenting seminars, all of