SEKOLAH SEKOLAH PILAR I N D O N E S I A PILAR INDONESIA Preserving Own Culture, Embracing International Mindedness DEVELOPiNG LEARNERS'POTENTiAL iN A CHANGiNG WORLD Table of Contents 2 Message from the Management Board 24 Our Vision and Mission 36 Our Unique Education System 48 Levels Offered 128 Early Childhood Centre (ECC) 10 Primary School 12 Junior High School 14 Senior High School 16 Facilities 18 Student Achievements 21 Meet Our Alumni 24 Parents and Students’ Testimonials 26 Admission Flow 30 Contact Us 31 1 MESSAGE FROM THE MANAGEMENT BOARD Dr. Iwan Kresna Setiadi, S.E., M.M. Management Board of Sekolah Pilar Indonesia Welcome to Sekolah Pilar Indonesia. In the world that is constantly changing, our children are faced with challenges and problems that didn’t even exist before. These challenges and problems can be viewed as obstacles, but we choose to see them as opportunities for our students to grow. Since 2005, we have been providing best practice education, through meaningful and enjoyable learning, to develop our students’ true potential. In our endeavour to support young minds thrive and become responsible global citizens who honour their heritage and embrace international-mindedness, we are committed to support the development of their independence, nurture their characters in becoming highly-principled individuals and foster appreciation towards diversity. These traits are essential in this diverse world, to allow the students interact comfortably in a variety of settings. Through rigorous learning model, students participate actively and develop a sense of responsibility for their own learning. They reect on their progress and are eager to improve. With the immense support from our talented and dedicated teachers and supporting staff, the school provides a warm and inclusive atmosphere. We believe that through close communication with parents, we can support the students in developing their talents, skills and interests, to become creative, compassionate and resilient individuals. We’re looking forward to working hand in hand with parents as well as other members of the school community, to nurture the love of learning. 2 WHAT ARE OUR ViSiON AND MiSSiON? Vision Be an outstanding school with an Indonesian cultural identity by providing an effective learning environment that enables students to be: INDEPENDENT, HIGHLY PRINCIPLED and to APPRECIATE DIVERSITY Mission To prepare students to become intellectual and responsible citizens To provide an effective educational environment To preserve own culture through the learning process 3 OUR EDUCATiON SYSTEM iS CREATED TO SUPPORT THE CHiLDREN iN DEVELOPiNG AND OPTiMiZiNG THEiR POTENTiAL. Established in 2005, we have been providing prominent educational experience and building an effective learning environment, to promote lifelong learning. Sekolah Pilar Indonesia aims to develop each child's true potential through meaningful and enjoyable learning. We provide opportunities for students to explore their talents and interests, as well as to grow intellectually and emotionally. We are also an inclusive school that provides equal opportunities for all children, including children with special needs, to grow and thrive. Sekolah Pilar Indonesia integrates the national curriculum with the best of international curricula. We have received “A” accreditation from Badan Akreditasi Nasional Sekolah/Madrasah and are an International Baccalaureate World School, eligible to conduct the Primary Years Programme. We support and encourage students not only to have international perspectives, but also awareness of their identity and culture. It is our passion to witness the students grow into well-rounded, compassionate and competent individuals, who contribute actively to the world. 4 International Baccalaureate – Primary Years Programme IB – PYP) Since 2011, we have been authorised to As an International Baccalaureate offer the International Baccalaureate – World School, we are committed to Primary Years Programme (IB-PYP) developing a set of personal values in the Early Childhood Centre (ECC) which will lay the foundation for the and Primary levels. establishment of international-mindedness. Primary Years Programme offers We are condent that students at an inquiry-based, transdisciplinary Sekolah Pilar Indonesia are aware of their curriculum framework that builds own culture and proud of their heritage. conceptual understanding. It is a At the same time, they are also ready student-centred approach to strive to be part of the global community to education for children aged 3 – 12 and to contribute to the advances of http://www.ibo.org the modern technological age. To nd out more about International Baccalaureate, please visit https://www.ibo.org. 5 6 6 WHAT MAKES OUR SYSTEM UNiQUE? Inquiry-Based International- Learning Mindedness, Inquiry-based learning method Own-Culture enables students to actively participate in the learning Preservation through investigations and Adoption of personal values discoveries. which lay the foundation for the establishment of international-mindedness, Project-Based as well as appreciation towards own culture. Learning Project-based learning helps students develop diverse skills Technology through projects related to Integration real-life contexts. With technology-integrated learning, the students strive to be part of Student-Centred, the global community Holistic Approach and contribute to the advances of Students take charge of their the modern technological age. own learning. With student agency, they are highly engaged in the explorations. Our holistic approach ensures the balance of the development and growth in students' knowledge, skills and attitudes. 7 WHAT ARE THE LEVELS OFFERED? PRiMARY YEARS PROGRAMME EARLY PRiMARY JUNiOR SENiOR CHiLDHOOD SCHOOL HiGH HiGH CENTRE SCHOOL SCHOOL Toddler Pre-Kindergarten Grades 1 - 6 Grades 7 - 9 Grades 10 - 12 Kindergarten Reception International Partnerships : Le Fevre High School, CISV International Member of Indonesia Global Adelaide, Australia Compact Network (IGCN), a local network of United Nations Global Compact in Indonesia 8 9 EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTRE In ECC we emphasize on creating child-centred environments that encourage learning through play, exploration and discovery. Our aim is for the students to be well-adjusted, condent and competent individuals. PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHT TEACHING AND Designed to build social, emotional, LEARNING APPROACH physical and intellectual growth, Inquiry-based curriculum literacy and numeracy skills, as well as development Play-based learning of every child through play Experiential learning International Baccalaureate – Primary Years Programme (IB – PYP) Exploration and hands-on activities Reception Exhibition 10 PRiMARY YEARS PROGRAMME WHAT ARE EARLY PRiMARY JUNiOR SENiOR CHiLDHOOD SCHOOL HiGH HiGH THE LEVELS CENTRE SCHOOL SCHOOL Toddler Pre Kindergarten Grades 1 - 6 Grades 7 - 9 Grades 10 - 12 Kindergarten OFFERED? Reception ACTIVITIES SUBJECT Playing, singing, dancing, Unit of inquiry, Mathematics, English, storytelling and other Bahasa Indonesia, Religion, physical activities Physical Education, Information and Communication Technology, Parent Presentation Music, Visual Arts, Gross and Fine Motor Skills and Life Skills Gardening Co-curricular activities 11 PRiMARY SCHOOL In Primary, we emphasize on the total growth of the developing child, touching hearts as well as minds and encompassing social, physical, emotional and cultural needs in addition to academic development. They are supported for mastery and control on their journey to become independent learners. PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHT TEACHING AND International Baccalaureate – LEARNING APPROACH Primary Years Programme (IB – PYP) Inquiry-based curriculum Write to Learn programme Play-based learning for lower Primary Grade 5 Exhibition Experiential learning Grade 6 PYP Exhibition National requirements Comprehensive English language programme 12 PRiMARY YEARS PROGRAMME WHAT ARE EARLY PRiMARY JUNiOR SENiOR CHiLDHOOD SCHOOL HiGH HiGH THE LEVELS CENTRE SCHOOL SCHOOL Toddler Pre Kindergarten Grades 1 - 6 Grades 7 - 9 Grades 10 - 12 Kindergarten OFFERED? Reception ACTIVITIES SUBJECT Learning with homeroom Unit of inquiry, Mathematics, English, and single-subject teachers Bahasa Indonesia, Religion, Physical Education, Parent Presentation Information and Communication Technology, Traditional and Modern Music, Visual Arts, Gardening Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan, Bahasa dan Budaya Sunda Batik-making Traditional festivals Scout Co-curricular activities 13 JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL In Junior High, we emphasize on helping students develop the knowledge, understanding, attitudes and skills necessary to participate actively and responsibly in a changing world. PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHT TEACHING AND Educational school trip LEARNING APPROACH Interdisciplinary curriculum Live-in programme National requirements Interlinked projects Comprehensive English language programme Write to Learn programme The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Pilar Student Council 14 PRiMARY YEARS PROGRAMME WHAT ARE EARLY PRiMARY JUNiOR SENiOR CHiLDHOOD SCHOOL HiGH HiGH THE LEVELS CENTRE SCHOOL SCHOOL Toddler Pre Kindergarten Grades 1 - 6 Grades 7 - 9 Grades 10 - 12 Kindergarten OFFERED? Reception ACTIVITIES SUBJECT Learning from Mathematics, English, Bahasa Indonesia, single-subject teachers Science, Humanities, Religion, Physical Education, Information and Communication Technology, National competitions Design Technology, Traditional and Modern Music, Visual and