Academics
The English National Curriculum
ISJ follows the English National Curriculum from the Early Years Foundation Stage through GCSEs and A-Levels. The curriculum provides a structured, stage-by-stage progression in core and foundation subjects, with clear expectations at each Key Stage.
At ISJ, the curriculum is treated as a framework, not a script. It sets the structure and academic standards while leaving room for teachers to adapt to the children in front of them. Bahasa Indonesia, Indonesian history, and local culture are woven throughout, grounding the programme in its Jakarta context.
Ages 2 to 6
Pre-Prep
The Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1. Children follow the seven areas of learning, progressing from play-based exploration to more structured teaching. Specialist instruction covers music, art, drama, PE, swimming, Bahasa Indonesia, and Mandarin Chinese. Classes are up to 15 in Early Years, up to 20 from Key Stage 1.
Ages 7 to 13
Prep School
Key Stages 2 and 3. Each year group is led by a class teacher who knows the children well, with specialist support increasing as pupils progress. The curriculum broadens to include modern foreign languages, design technology, and deeper study in the sciences and humanities. Classes are up to 20 children.
Ages 14 to 18
Senior School
GCSEs in Years 10 and 11, A-Levels in Years 12 and 13. Teaching moves to subject specialists across the sciences, mathematics, humanities, languages, and creative arts. The GCSE programme covers 11 subjects; A-Level students typically choose three or four from a range of 12. University preparation, including UCAS guidance, begins in Year 11.
"A personalised teaching approach and strong support for each child."
ISJ Parent
Annual Survey, November 2025
Assessment
How Progress Is Measured
In the primary years, ISJ uses GL Education assessments to benchmark pupils against international norms. These are independent, standardised tests used by schools worldwide. Current results: a mean score of 122 in English (international norm: 104.6), 118.7 in Mathematics (norm: 101), and 119.7 in Science (norm: 103.1), placing ISJ pupils in the top 10% of international schools globally.
From Year 10, GCSEs provide the first formal external qualifications (graded 9 to 1), followed by A-Levels in Years 12 and 13 (graded A* to E). These are the same examinations sat by students across the UK and are recognised by universities worldwide.
Throughout the school, assessment is continuous. Teachers track progress through classwork, observation, and termly summative assessments. Parents receive written reports each term and meet teachers for face-to-face consultations throughout the year.