Curriculum
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS AND GRADE LEVELS
YIS programs are based on the New South Wales Curriculum, but teachers adapt and use it according to the needs of their students in their international context.
Students are evaluated using standard grade levels and all classes are multi-graded. A certified expatriate teacher with the aid of the Principal determines students’ academic levels. We strive to provide a large degree of individualization for all our students to better allow for learning styles.
The grade level system at YIS is similar to the system used in the most International Schools. YIS reserves the right to place children in appropriate grade levels and will take into account differences in grade level definitions in other educational systems. YIS further reserves the right to amend or redefine a student’s grade level should it be necessary for the academic success of the student.
YIS includes an early childhood program (Preschool & Kindergarten), an Elementary School and Middle School.
Early Childhood: The Early Childhood Unit (ECU) includes pre-school and kindergarten. It provides an educational program which is developmentally appropriate for three and four year old children. It is play based in its implementation. The kindergarten program, designed for five year old children, covers the curriculum areas of Math, Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Computer and Library Studies, Music, Art, PE and Bahasa Indonesia.
Elementary includes grades 1 – 5. Curriculum areas include Math, Literature, Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Computers and Technology, Art, Music, Library Studies, Physical Education, and Bahasa Indonesia. Field trips and extra-curricular activities supplement content areas. This year grade 5 students will join grades 6-8 in a composite class.
Middle School consists of grades 6, 7 and 8. The program recognizes, accepts, and responds to the intellectual and social needs of the early adolescent. Middle School lays the foundation for a college preparatory program in high school. Curricula areas are integrated as much as possible to provide a challenging and stimulating learning experience.
