Universal School, Jakarta
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$3K – US$4K
Curriculum: British Curriculum · Cambridge Primary · IGCSEs
Age Range: 3–18
Students: 500+
Location: North Jakarta, Jakarta
Updated March 2026
In Brief
Universal School Jakarta is a British curriculum school serving 500+ students with Cambridge Primary and IGCSE programs, though it maintains limited visibility in Jakarta's competitive international education market. While the school offers standard facilities including science laboratories and sports amenities, it operates well below the tier-one institutions like JIS and BSJ that dominate expatriate discussions.
Universal School Jakarta follows the British curriculum pathway with Cambridge Primary leading to IGCSEs, serving over 500 students across primary and secondary levels. The school provides typical international school facilities including science laboratories, libraries, and sports amenities, positioning itself within Jakarta's mid-tier international education market. Located in Jakarta's broader school network, it competes with numerous other British curriculum institutions for families seeking alternatives to the city's premium schools.
Teacher recruitment posts suggest the school actively hires international staff, including positions like school counsellors, indicating ongoing operations and staffing needs. However, unlike Jakarta's established institutions such as Jakarta International School or British School Jakarta that generate extensive parent discussions and teacher forum activity, Universal School Jakarta maintains minimal presence in expatriate community conversations about school choices, suggesting it serves a more localized or specific demographic rather than competing broadly for international families.
What parents value
- –British curriculum pathway with Cambridge qualifications
- –Serves substantial student population of 500+ students
- –Standard international school facilities including science labs and sports amenities
- –Active recruitment suggesting stable operations
Points of consideration
- –Limited visibility in expatriate community discussions compared to tier-one Jakarta schools
- –Minimal detailed information available about academic outcomes or university placements
- –Operates in highly competitive Jakarta international education market
- –Less established reputation compared to JIS, BSJ, or other prominent institutions
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Level 1 - Intensive English | 6 | 3,265 |
| Primary Level 1 - National Plus | 6 | 2,574 |
| SMP (Junior High) - Intensive English | 12 | 3,942 |
| SMP (Junior High) - National Plus | 12 | 3,413 |
Fees converted from IDR. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee / Deposit | 88 |
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Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Jakarta's international schools serve a highly diverse student body. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
Julianty Rina Indarwanti - Kepala Sekolah
Julianty Rina Indarwanti serves as Kepala Sekolah (Principal) of Sekolah Menengah Pertama Universal School in Jakarta, a position she has held since at least 2002 according to professional records. She is associated with Universal School's Kemayoran campus operations, including training and school presentations.
