Korean International School Jakarta (KISJ), widely known as the Jakarta International Korean School, is the main Korean curriculum school serving Jakarta. It teaches mainly in Korean and follows the national curriculum used in Korea, so it is a community school for the Korean population rather than an English medium international school. That distinction shapes the language, the calendar and the route it prepares pupils for.
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At a glance
| Detail | Summary |
|---|---|
| Curriculum and exam boards | Korean national curriculum, taught mainly in Korean with substantial English integrated |
| Stage range | Elementary through secondary, following the Korean school structure |
| Founded | Established Korean community school in Jakarta; founding year not published here |
| Accreditation | Korean overseas school model; also a local centre for the TOPIK Korean proficiency test |
| Fee band | Community school for Korean nationals, below the premium international tier; exact fees not published |
| Campus area | Cipayung, East Jakarta |
Curriculum and academics
KISJ follows the Korean national curriculum, with the secondary programme built on the most recent national framework and a stated emphasis on global perspectives. Korean is the main language of instruction, but English is heavily integrated, particularly in mathematics, science and international studies, and elementary pupils receive a substantial weekly allocation of English with some subjects taught in it.
The school's purpose is continuity. It keeps children on the Korean track and supports the route into universities in Korea, including the specialist guidance Korean overseas schools provide for university entry, while giving pupils more English than they would typically have at home. It is not an English medium international school, so families wanting that route should look across the wider market, including the more affordable options in our guide to the cheapest international schools in Jakarta.
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Korean International School Jakarta fees
As a community school for the Korean population, KISJ sits below the premium tuition tier that the English medium internationals occupy. Our Jakarta international school fees guide maps the premium, mid and national bands across the city, and KISJ falls below the premium international figures, with a fee structure set up for the Korean community.
Precise current fees are not published in the same comparable way as the international schools, so confirm the schedule, any enrolment charges and transport costs directly with the school. The fees guide will still help you frame the wider Jakarta picture before you decide.
Admissions
KISJ primarily admits children of Korean families living in Jakarta, with enquiries and enrolment typically handled in Korean and tied to a family's move to the city. The intake follows the Korean school structure, so the entry points align with the Korean academic year.
Families should contact the school directly to confirm eligibility, the documents required and the current arrangements at the elementary and secondary stages. A visit will show how the school operates and whether the Korean medium environment fits your family's plans, including any return to schooling in Korea.
Location and who goes there
The school is in the Cipayung area of East Jakarta, the part of the city where much of the Korean community has settled, which keeps it close to the families it serves. East Jakarta is more residential and less expatriate dense than the southern districts, and the location reflects the school's community rather than the wider international scene.
Almost all pupils come from Korean households, many on corporate postings, which gives KISJ a close community feel and a strong link to Korean cultural and educational life in the city. To see how it sits within the wider market, start with the Jakarta city hub, which maps the full range of schools across the capital.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Korean International School Jakarta a good school?
KISJ is the established Korean curriculum school for Jakarta, valued within the Korean community for continuity with schooling in Korea and its support for university entry there. It suits Korean families wanting that track, rather than families seeking an English medium international route.
How much are Korean International School Jakarta fees?
As a community school for the Korean population, KISJ sits below the premium international tuition tier. Exact figures are not published in the same comparable way, so confirm the current fees directly with the school.
What curriculum does Korean International School Jakarta follow?
KISJ follows the Korean national curriculum, taught mainly in Korean with substantial English integrated, particularly in mathematics, science and international studies.
Where is Korean International School Jakarta located?
The school is in the Cipayung area of East Jakarta, where much of the city's Korean community is based.
Who can attend Korean International School Jakarta?
KISJ primarily serves children of Korean families living in Jakarta who want continuity with the Korean national system. Confirm eligibility and the current intake with the school.
