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El Shaddai Intercontinental School

El Shaddai Intercontinental School serves families seeking a Christian-based international education with Cambridge curriculum in South Jakarta. The school offers Primary through A-Levels for 400+ students, combining academic rigor with faith-based values.


Curriculum
British, Cambridge Primary, IGCSEs
Fees, annual
IDR 94864k
Ages
3 to 18
Pupils
Est. 400
Founded
2000

The school follows the Cambridge curriculum pathway from Primary through IGCSEs to A-Levels, providing a structured academic progression familiar to international families. With over 400 students, ESIS maintains a community-focused environment where Christian values are integrated into daily school life. The campus includes essential facilities like science laboratories, library, computer lab, sports court, chapel, and canteen to support both academic and spiritual development.

Located in the Kompleks Permata Mediterania area of South Jakarta, the school positions itself as an alternative to the city's tier-one international schools, offering international education at a more accessible price point. The Christian foundation distinguishes it from secular international schools in Jakarta, appealing to families who prioritize faith-based education alongside academic achievement.

Strengths

  • Cambridge curriculum from Primary through A-Levels provides clear academic pathway
  • Christian values integrated throughout school programs and daily life
  • More affordable alternative to top-tier Jakarta international schools
  • Community-focused environment with over 400 students
  • Essential facilities including science labs, library, and sports court
  • Chapel on campus reinforces Christian educational mission

Considerations

  • Not among Jakarta's recognized tier-one international schools like JIS or BIS
  • Limited public information about university placement outcomes
  • Christian focus may not suit non-religious families
  • Smaller scale compared to major international schools in Jakarta
  • Less established reputation in Jakarta's competitive international school market

Fee Age Type Amount
All Grades 6 Annual IDR 94,864,000
Entrance Test Fee One-time IDR 300,000
Application Submission Fee One-time IDR 4,000,000

Head of school

John Bill Diwa de Torres

Accreditations

  • ID_KEMENDIKBUD 01

Jl. Raya Pos Pengumben No.40 4, RT.6/RW.2, Ulujami, Kec. Pesanggrahan, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12250, Indonesia

School website