Singapore Intercultural School’s campuses become Nation’s First Clean Air Zone campuses in Partnership with Nafas

Jakarta, Indonesia – 18 July 2024 – Singapore Intercultural School (SIS) is proud to reaffirm its commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) by partnering with air quality expert Nafas to create Clean Air Zones (CAZ) across ten SIS campuses in Indonesia. This initiative aims to ensure over 4,500 students have access to cleaner and healthier air, supporting the UNSDGs related to health, well-being, and quality education.

SIS is dedicated to providing the best possible learning conditions, and this partnership with Nafas is a clear demonstration of that commitment. By using Nafas’s advanced air quality systems, SIS ensures that students in cities like Jakarta, Bandung, Medan, Surabaya, Cilegon, Semarang, and Palembang  will enjoy a healthier school environment.

The pilot program at the SIS school in South Jakarta has shown impressive results. Classrooms with the new air quality technology saw a significant reduction in air pollution, creating a better environment for learning and overall student well-being.

The ongoing monitoring of air quality in SIS schools helps maintain a safe and healthy atmosphere for both students and staff. This proactive approach addresses concerns about the impact of poor air quality on children’s health and learning, which can include issues like lower test scores, cognitive development problems, and respiratory conditions.

As a leading school in Indonesia, SIS continues to set high standards for educational excellence and good governance. The successful introduction of Clean Air Zones highlights SIS’s dedication to providing a safe and supportive learning environment, showcasing its role as a pioneer in educational innovation.

This initiative is an inspiring example for other schools in Indonesia and beyond. By focusing on air quality, SIS emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive approach to education that values both academic success and the well-being of students.

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About Singapore Intercultural Schools

Founded by a Singaporean, Jaspal Sidhu, the SIS Group of Schools was established in 1996 with its first location in South Jakarta, Indonesia. Today, the SIS Group of Schools operates fifteen schools with 5,000 students across Indonesia: SIS South Jakarta, SIS Pantai Indah Kapuk, SIS Kelapa Gading NEJ, SIS Cilegon, SIS Semarang, SIS Palembang, SIS Medan, SIS Surabaya, SIS Preschool Sedayu City, SIS Bandung, SIS West Jakarta, as well as four international schools in South Korea, Myanmar, Mumbai, and Chennai.

The SIS Group of Schools uniquely offers three of the world’s best curricula: the Singapore Curriculum in Preschool and Primary School, the Cambridge IGCSE in Secondary School, and the IB Diploma program in High School.