For nearly three decades, the Australian Independent School Indonesia (AIS) has been a respected leader in international education, combining academic excellence with an unwavering commitment to inclusivity and student wellbeing. Established in 1996, AIS has grown with Indonesia’s evolving education landscape while staying true to its mission of nurturing confident, compassionate and globally minded young people. Having two campuses in Jakarta and Bali, AIS delivers the Australian National Curriculum up to Year 10, followed by the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school provides students with a strong academic foundation and a globally recognised qualification that opens doors around the world.
AIS believes that every child should feel they belong and are supported to thrive. Teachers follow the AIS Way, centred on care, empathy and kindness to ensure learning is both challenging and nurturing. Wellbeing specialist, counselling, English-as-an-Additional-Language (EAL), and learning-support teams work closely with students, creating an environment where individual needs are understood and met. Small class sizes further enable personalised attention and meaningful teacher-student relationships.
With a community representing more than 30 nationalities, AIS embraces cultural diversity as a powerful learning asset. Classrooms are lively spaces where inquiry, curiosity and collaboration drive learning, and where students are encouraged to explore global issues through multiple cultural perspectives. Celebrations such as International Week, Kartini Day, Indonesian Independence Day, and ANZAC Day reflect the school’s commitment to fostering respect and intercultural understanding.
Learning extends far beyond the academic curriculum. Students engage in a rich variety of extracurricular activities, including musical productions, art exhibitions, robotics, Model UN, sports, and film festivals, opportunities that help them discover passions, build confidence and develop leadership skills. As technology continues to reshape education, AIS integrates digital tools and AI to enhance creativity, problem-solving and collaboration while keeping human connection at the centre of the learning experience.
Asia Dreams Volume 57
Australian Independent School
(AIS) Indonesia
