Bali Island School
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
Per yearabout USD 3.02K–16.7K
IDR 54.6M–302M · 2026-2027 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
About
IB continuum school in Bali, Indonesia, operating as a cooperative education unit (SPK) that offers the Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes alongside the Indonesian National Curriculum.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP · IB MYP · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
Mid fees
- Founded
- 1986
- Term dates
- Four terms per year; school year runs August to June
- Ownership
- Foundation
- Selectivity
- Open entry
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- English support (EAL)
- Pull-out lessons
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-2027 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Preschool (3) Year Half day | IDR 54,598,000≈ USD 3.02K |
| Preschool (4) Year Full day | IDR 70,723,000≈ USD 3.91K |
| Kindy | IDR 131,783,000≈ USD 7.28K |
| Grade 1 | IDR 208,952,000≈ USD 11.5K |
| Grade 2 | IDR 208,952,000≈ USD 11.5K |
| Grade 3 | IDR 211,921,000≈ USD 11.7K |
| Grade 4 | IDR 211,921,000≈ USD 11.7K |
| Grade 5 | IDR 211,921,000≈ USD 11.7K |
| Grade 6 | IDR 232,578,000≈ USD 12.8K |
| Grade 7 | IDR 250,979,000≈ USD 13.9K |
| Grade 8 | IDR 250,979,000≈ USD 13.9K |
| Grade 9 | IDR 252,672,000≈ USD 14K |
| Grade 10 | IDR 258,805,000≈ USD 14.3K |
| Grade 11 | IDR 301,738,000≈ USD 16.7K |
| Grade 12 | IDR 301,738,000≈ USD 16.7K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Preschool (3) Year Half day | IDR 54,598,000 (about USD 3.02K) |
| Preschool (4) Year Full day | IDR 70,723,000 (about USD 3.91K) |
| Kindy | IDR 131,783,000 (about USD 7.28K) |
| Grade 1 | IDR 208,952,000 (about USD 11.5K) |
| Grade 2 | IDR 208,952,000 (about USD 11.5K) |
| Grade 3 | IDR 211,921,000 (about USD 11.7K) |
| Grade 4 | IDR 211,921,000 (about USD 11.7K) |
| Grade 5 | IDR 211,921,000 (about USD 11.7K) |
| Grade 6 | IDR 232,578,000 (about USD 12.8K) |
| Grade 7 | IDR 250,979,000 (about USD 13.9K) |
| Grade 8 | IDR 250,979,000 (about USD 13.9K) |
| Grade 9 | IDR 252,672,000 (about USD 14K) |
| Grade 10 | IDR 258,805,000 (about USD 14.3K) |
| Grade 11 | IDR 301,738,000 (about USD 16.7K) |
| Grade 12 | IDR 301,738,000 (about USD 16.7K) |
Source: school website (baliinternationalschool.com) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Bali Island School (this school) | IDR 54,598,000 (about USD 3.02K) | IDR 301,738,000 (about USD 16.7K) |
| Gandhi Memorial Intercontinental School Bali | IDR 76,000,000 (about USD 4.2K) | IDR 177,000,000 (about USD 9.78K) |
| Montessori School Bali | IDR 13,281,500 (about USD 734) | IDR 197,107,800 (about USD 10.9K) |
| Lycée Français de Bali | IDR 58,900,000 (about USD 3.25K) | IDR 156,900,000 (about USD 8.67K) |
| Pelangi School | IDR 43,800,000 (about USD 2.42K) | IDR 96,000,000 (about USD 5.3K) |
| Canggu Community School | IDR 117,000,000 (about USD 6.46K) | IDR 272,000,000 (about USD 15K) |
Source: school website (baliinternationalschool.com) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- IDR 2,500,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPOffered
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Service
- Outdoor education
- Academics
- Teachers
- 48
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Sports field
- Library
After-school activities
- Arts
- Sports
- Hobbies
- Leadership
- Academic enrichment
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- Accreditations
- WASC, IB, CIS
- Memberships
- EARCOS
Licence
Listed as an SPK (Satuan Pendidikan Kerjasama) school in the Kemendikdasmen school reference register (checked 2026-10-28).
The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
Additional learning support
A learning support team works with teachers to give tailored instruction in class and in small group or individual sessions.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
Operates as a cooperative education unit (SPK) officially recognised by Indonesia's Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Governance and ownership
Run by a registered Indonesian foundation under Indonesian foundation law; board members serve five-year terms and governance is reviewed by accreditors.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Runs the IB continuum (PYP, MYP and DP) and implements it alongside the Indonesian National Curriculum.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Social emotional counselling draws on social and emotional learning and related approaches to build confidence, resilience and emotional regulation, with optional parent workshops.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
Offers English as an Additional Language support. Younger pupils learn through immersion; from Year 2, support is tailored to assessment scores, in pull-out groups or in class.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Counselling sessions are confidential and brief interventions are provided on site, with referrals to specialist support when needed.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
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History
Opened in September 1986 after assignment by Indonesia's Minister of Education and Culture.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Runs continuing community service projects within and beyond the curriculum, encouraging students to plan and lead them.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
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Facilities overview
A spacious, natural campus with a Balinese feel in a quiet, accessible location, where students spend time outdoors.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has a sports field and a swimming pool.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has classrooms and a library.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Arts and creative
Co-curricular activities include arts alongside sports, hobbies, leadership and academic enrichment.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Offers after-school service activities with local children, disabled children and environmental projects.
- Community Center Taman Bacaan
- KupuKupu Foundation partnership
- Bye-Bye Plastic initiatives
- BIS Community Garden
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Offers over 60 clubs and activities, including student leadership opportunities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
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Accreditations
Holds IB authorisation, WASC accreditation, BAN accreditation and affiliations with EARCOS, IISSAC and BSSA.
- International Baccalaureate (IB)
- WASC
- BAN
- EARCOS
- IISSAC
- BSSA
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
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Admissions
Accepts applications year-round on a first-come, first-served basis; the school year runs from August to June.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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