Welcome to SIS Bandung!
At SIS Bandung, we harness the power of active learning to engage students directly in the learning process, leading to increased understanding and knowledge retention. Our commitment to providing differentiated support encourages perseverance and inquiry among our students. Values are the cornerstone of our approach and we strive to create an environment built on respect, integrity, and care. By setting high expectations and cultivating a collaborative school community, where parents and teachers unite, we support student wellbeing, personal growth, and academic achievement. We see education as a journey, not an event, and we are dedicated to guiding our students through every step of their path to success. Welcome to a community where your child’s potential is nurtured, and their future is bright. Welcome to SIS Bandung!
Preschool
Every child is a unique individual who has an innate desire to do his or her very best. Children must be valued, listened to, respected, loved and cared for. Our Nurturing Early Learners Framework aims to build the foundation for children to achieve the desired outcomes of education and key stage outcomes by helping them acquire knowledge. Download Brochure
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Every child is a unique individual who has an innate desire to do his or her very best. Children must be valued, listened to, respected, loved and cared for. Our Nurturing Early Learners Framework aims to build the foundation for children to achieve the desired outcomes of education and key stage outcomes by helping them acquire knowledge, skills and dispositions through six learning areas added with Information Technology and the Mandarin language.
Language and Literacy:
Students learn to listen for information and enjoyment. Speak to convey meaning and communicate with others. They will use drawing, mark-making, symbols and writing with invented and conventional spelling to communicate ideas and information. Examples: Story time, rhymes and songs, creative writing, phonics development and reading.
Numeracy:
Students will learn to count, classify, manipulate numbers, and concepts (time, shapes, measures, patterns) through stories, games and exploration.
Discovery of the World:
Students will find out why things happen and how things work through simple investigations and explorations. They will learn to show an interest in the world they live in and others around them. Examples: cooking, environmental awareness, responsibility, and celebrating cultural diversity.
Motor Skills Development:
Students will learn to demonstrate control and coordination in fine motor tasks as well as gross motor skills. They will develop healthy habits and safety awareness at home, in school and in public places. Examples: Sand and water play, gym, indoor and outdoor play, get fit programme, threading, art activities and field trips.
Social and Emotional Development:
Students will learn to develop an awareness of personal identity and how to manage emotions and behaviors. They will also learn to show respect for diversity and how to become independent and responsible life-long learners
Aesthetic and Creative Expression:
Students will learn to express ideas and feelings through art, music and movement. They will create art and music and movement using experimentation and imagination. Examples: Art, music, dance, performance, developing personal expression and confidence.
Mandarin:
Students will learn to speak with confidence, recognize and write characters, songs , rhymes, stories and other cultural activities.
| Nursery One | 2 – 3 years |
| Nursery Two |
3 – 4 years
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| Kindergarten One |
4 – 5 years
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| Kindergarten Two |
5 – 6 years
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Primary
The Primary Curriculum aligns itself with the Singaporean Curriculum which focuses on the three learning domains: Life Skills, Knowledge Skills and Subject Based Learning which ensures the acquisition of knowledge and values and competencies to face the challenges of the 21st century.
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The Primary Curriculum aligns itself with the Singaporean Curriculum which focuses on the three learning domains: Life Skills, Knowledge Skills and Subject Based Learning which ensures the acquisition of knowledge and values and competencies to face the challenges of the 21st century.
Characteristics
The curriculum aims to develop the whole child, not just academic abilities. The focus is on equipping children with the necessary social skills and academic knowledge so that learning is engaging and meaningful and can be related to real life experiences. Teachers use student-centred approaches when planning lessons showing awareness of prior learning and assess pupils’ progress formally and informally. Inter-disciplinary projects feature in the curriculum and allow students to explore a range of questions using a cross-curricular approach.
Subjects
The Primary Curriculum is subject based and the core subjects taught are English, Mathematics, Science and Chinese. In Lower Primary these subjects are taught by Form Teachers and in Upper Primary more subjects are taught by specialist teachers. Bahasa Indonesia is also an important part of the curriculum as well as Technology, Global Perspectives , Physical Education,, Visual and Performing Arts, PPKN and Religion.
Outcomes
On completing the primary stage of education, we expect the students to understand and respond to a range of situations confidently and to have an awareness of the importance of respecting people from a range of cultures and countries. Students should understand the important of processes and systems and be able to apply their knowledge to a range of subjects, taking pride in their work and demonstrating that they are independent and confident learners. Students should be aware of the importance of their own nationality whilst thinking globally about a range of issues and their impact on the world. Students will know how to communicate effectively and work as a team and how to maintain the ‘family ethos’ of SIS Bandung.
Secondary
The SIS Secondary School Curriculum adopts the Cambridge International programme. This programme is for students from the age group of 13 – 16 years old. The students are made familiar with a broad range of experiences. Download Brochure
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The SIS Secondary School Curriculum adopts the Cambridge International programme. This programme is for students from the age group of 13 – 16 years old. The students are made familiar with a broad range of experiences. The programme also encourages greater interaction and looks to students making the best bonds and strong friendships for life.
General characteristics of the SIS Secondary Curriculum
The Secondary programme builds on the foundation of the primary years. It also looks to bringing out each student’s individual interest and liking for the various subject matters. The Syllabus is streamlined without diluting students’ preparedness for higher education. This frees up time for our students to focus on core knowledge and life skills, and to provide greater space for flexibility in carrying out school-based activities in the curriculum. SIS offers a comprehensive Community Service Programme where the students engage in deliberating, planning, implementing, and reflecting on their Community Service, thereby sustaining high quality service learning. Secondary and JC students are required to perform a fixed number of hours of community service. Most international colleges generally make Community Service an essential part of their entry requirements.
Subjects Offered
Lower Secondary students (Secondary 1 and 2) are enrolled in the following subjects: English Language/ ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages); Chinese Language/ Indonesian Language/ ; Mathematics; Science; Computer Science; Global Perspectives; Literature; Visual and performing arts and Physical Education;
Subject choices for Upper Secondary are: English/ESOL; English Literature; Mathematics; Additional Mathematics; Biology; Chemistry; Physics; Chinese;; Indonesian Language; Information Technology; Art and Design; Global Perspectives; Business Studies; Economics and Physical Education.
International Assessments:
1. Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint.
2. Cambridge IGCSE
Junior College
The IB Diploma Programme (DP) is an academically challenging and balanced programme of education with final examinations that prepares students, aged 16 to 19, for success at university and in life beyond. It has been designed to address the intellectual, social, emotional and physical well-being of students. Download Brochure
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The Cambridge A Level qualifications are widely accepted by top universities and employers around the globe.
What is the The Cambridge A Level?
The curriculum
The Cambridge A Level program offers a broad spectrum of subjects to cater to students’ interests and career aspirations. While the subject offerings may vary from school to school, the program typically covers the following categories:
Sciences: Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Mathematics: Mathematics, Further Mathematics
Languages: English, Chinese
Humanities & Social studies: Global Perspectives & Research, Economics, Sociology
Creative and professional: Business, Accounting, Computer Science.
A wide range of subjects allows students to select those aligned with their interests and aspirations.
Assessments
Assessments in the Cambridge A Level programme are rigorous and offered at the end of course. They are designed to evaluate and cultivate students’ academic abilities.
There are two types of assessments offered in this programme: AS level and A Level. The AS Levels serve as a midway point, offering qualifications after one year, while A Levels provide a more in-depth exploration.
Co-Curricular Activities
The outstanding co-curricular activities offered at SIS schools are unique to each campus. Each activity is offered to meet the SIS Desired Students Learning Outcomes (DSLO). They are organised and monitored by trained professionals and staff that are passionate about teaching the unique skills required. Leadership in the boardroom often begins with leadership on the pitch and SIS co-curricular make full use of these engaging activities to drive home positive values related to team play, individual development and leadership.
