Medan Independent School
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
Per yearabout USD 3.13K–15.8K
IDR 56.6M–286M · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-01)
About
Pioneer of international education in Medan since 1969. An IB continuum school offering PYP, MYP and DP to Indonesian and international students from age 3.
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
- Founded
- 1969
- Ownership
- Foundation
- Selectivity
- Moderately selective
- Learning support (SEN)
- Basic
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten 1 | IDR 56,606,000≈ USD 3.13K |
| Kindergarten 2 | IDR 56,606,000≈ USD 3.13K |
| Kindergarten 3 | IDR 108,723,000≈ USD 6.01K |
| Grade 1/ PYP 1 | IDR 171,668,000≈ USD 9.48K |
| Grade 2/ PYP 2 | IDR 171,668,000≈ USD 9.48K |
| Grade 3/ PYP 3 | IDR 206,001,000≈ USD 11.4K |
| Grade 4/PYP 4 | IDR 206,001,000≈ USD 11.4K |
| Grade 5/ PYP 5 | IDR 240,335,000≈ USD 13.3K |
| Grade 6/ PYP 6 | IDR 240,335,000≈ USD 13.3K |
| Grade 7/ MYP 2 | IDR 257,501,000≈ USD 14.2K |
| Grade 8/ MYP 3 | IDR 257,501,000≈ USD 14.2K |
| Grade 9/ MYP 4 | IDR 274,668,000≈ USD 15.2K |
| Grade 10/MYP 5 | IDR 274,668,000≈ USD 15.2K |
| Grade 11/ DP 1 | IDR 286,112,000≈ USD 15.8K |
| Grade 12/ DP 2 | IDR 286,112,000≈ USD 15.8K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten 1 | IDR 56,606,000 (about USD 3.13K) |
| Kindergarten 2 | IDR 56,606,000 (about USD 3.13K) |
| Kindergarten 3 | IDR 108,723,000 (about USD 6.01K) |
| Grade 1/ PYP 1 | IDR 171,668,000 (about USD 9.48K) |
| Grade 2/ PYP 2 | IDR 171,668,000 (about USD 9.48K) |
| Grade 3/ PYP 3 | IDR 206,001,000 (about USD 11.4K) |
| Grade 4/PYP 4 | IDR 206,001,000 (about USD 11.4K) |
| Grade 5/ PYP 5 | IDR 240,335,000 (about USD 13.3K) |
| Grade 6/ PYP 6 | IDR 240,335,000 (about USD 13.3K) |
| Grade 7/ MYP 2 | IDR 257,501,000 (about USD 14.2K) |
| Grade 8/ MYP 3 | IDR 257,501,000 (about USD 14.2K) |
| Grade 9/ MYP 4 | IDR 274,668,000 (about USD 15.2K) |
| Grade 10/MYP 5 | IDR 274,668,000 (about USD 15.2K) |
| Grade 11/ DP 1 | IDR 286,112,000 (about USD 15.8K) |
| Grade 12/ DP 2 | IDR 286,112,000 (about USD 15.8K) |
Source: school website (mismedan.org) · checked 2026-11-01 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Enrolment fee
- IDR 45,000
- Capital levy
- IDR 25,000
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 2026-11-01)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Map, Interview
- Sibling discount
- 5% for the second and subsequent child studying at the school in the same academic year
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
- Outdoor education
- Service
- STEM
- Performing arts
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Library
- Sports field
- Playground
- Science labs
- Ict lab
- Art room
- Music room
- Venue hall
Sports
- Swimming
- Futsal
- Basketball
- Badminton
- Table tennis
- Gymnastics
- Soccer
- Athletics
Arts
- Music
- Ukulele
- Angklung
- Gamelan
- Rock band
- Choir
- Drama
- Modern dance
- Ballet
- Painting
After-school activities
- Swimming
- Futsal
- Basketball
- Badminton
- Volleyball
- Modern Dance
- Ballet
- Gymnastics
- Arts and Crafts
- Painting
- Electronics
- Digital Movie Making
- Computer Applications
- Building a Computer
- Chess Club
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Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- WASC, IB
- Memberships
- EARCOS
Licence
Listed as an SPK (Satuan Pendidikan Kerjasama) school in the Kemendikdasmen school reference register (checked 2026-10-28).
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Governance and ownership
The school is run by the MIS Foundation (Yayasan), with a Board of Directors accountable to parents.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Offers the IB Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes across all grade levels.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Safeguarding
Child protection policy follows international guidance and Indonesian law, with a duty for staff to report suspected abuse.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Founded in 1969 for expatriate children, later run by a foundation. IB programmes were added in stages from 2002 onward.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Parents and staff take part in school events, and students run a student government with its own activities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
All parents are automatically PTA members, who volunteer at events and attend regular coffee mornings and an AGM.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
A roughly 23,000 square metre tropical garden-style campus in the middle of Medan.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Sports facilities include a swimming pool, multi-purpose gym, sports field and rock climbing wall.
- Swimming pool
- Multi-purpose gym
- Sport field
- Rock climbing wall
- Colorful playground
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Learning facilities include a science lab, a library of over 16,000 resources, an ICT lab and an art and design room.
- Science lab
- Library
- ICT lab
- Art and design room
- Technology-rich classrooms
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
A music room and a venue hall host music, performances and school or community events.
- Music room
- Venue hall
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Arts and creative
After-school arts include music, choir, band, dance, drama and painting.
- Angklung
- Ukulele
- Gamelan
- Rock band
- Choir
- Drama
- Modern dance
- Ballet
- Painting
- Arts and crafts
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Holds yearly cultural events, including Indofest celebrating Indonesia and an International Fair with consulates.
- Indofest
- International Fair
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
Hobby clubs include chess, board games and cooking.
- Chess club
- Board games
- Cooking
- Electronics
- Digital movie making
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
MYP students spent time at a village school on Pulau Jaga, teaching English and Science and learning alongside local students.
- Village school exchange
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
The student government meets weekly to plan student events and develop leadership.
- Student Government
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Accreditations
Accredited by WASC since 1991, authorised by the IB for three programmes, and an EARCOS member.
- WASC
- IB
- EARCOS
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Admissions information is on the website, with an online registration option and a contact email for questions.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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