Indonesia, Bali
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Canggu Community School (CCS Bali) is an international school for students aged 3 to 17 in Bali. It offers a blended curriculum: English National Curriculum for Early Years and Primary, Indonesian National Curriculum across year levels, and a Middle School adds core subjects plus Indonesian, Spanish and French. The Diploma Programme (IB DP) and Cambridge IGCSE are offered; CCS is a Cambridge International Exams Centre. CCS opened in 2001 and is governed by Yayasan Swamitra Internasional; it is fully accredited by CIS and WASC, with reaccreditation through 2025. The campus blends modern spaces with Balinese architecture, bordered by gardens and rice fields, and features science labs, a black box theatre, an amphitheatre, digital and performance music rooms, and an ICT lab. Primary Campus offers a 25m pool, a soccer pitch, and a multifunction hall. Extracurriculars include 50+ activities per term, Model United Nations, Duke of Edinburgh, and service programs globally.
Canggu Community School has 630 pupils, typical class sizes of 8, instruction in English.
Jalan Subak Sari, Banjar Tegal Gundul, Tibubeneng, Kuta Utara, Badung, Bali – Indonesia 80361
Early Years to Year 13
International school
40+ nationalities represented in CCS community.
Individualised Educational Plans (IEPs) and/or Student Learning Plans (SLPs) are used to outline interventions for students receiving learning support.
Annual tuition at Canggu Community School ranges from IDR 117,000,000 to IDR 272,000,000 for 2026/27.
Canggu Community School teaches IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 17.
CCS Bali follows the English National Curriculum for Early Years and Primary, with the Indonesian National Curriculum embedded across year levels. Early Years uses the English National Curriculum, the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and Indonesian curriculum, with inquiry-based learning and three classes of about 20 children per class. Primary School (Years 1–6) follows the English National Curriculum and Indonesian National Curriculum, with two classes per year level and target sizes of 23 (Years 1–2) and 25 (Years 3–6), with one expatriate teacher and one Indonesian teaching assistant per class. Middle School (Year 7–9) uses an internationally accredited standards-based curriculum in conjunction with the Indonesian National Curriculum, with core English, Mathematics, Science, and Individuals and Societies, and languages including Indonesian, Spanish, and French. Year 10–11 CCS courses prepare students for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, which CCS offers for Years 12–13. University destinations show CCS students have received offers to top universities around the world.
Early Years: one full-time teacher and two full-time teaching assistants per class, with around 20 students per class. Primary: one expatriate teacher and one Indonesian teaching assistant per class, with target class sizes of 23 (Years 1–2) and 25 (Years 3–6).
CCS students have received offers to top universities around the world.
CCS runs a holistic program that supports students academically, socially, and emotionally. A range of systems supports students in these areas. The community emphasizes inclusion, belonging, and student well-being. Mindfulness and well-being are integrated into the school's approach. The environment is supportive of health, resilience, and positive relationships.
CCS has a Special Educational Needs policy that provides Learning Support. English is the language of instruction. WIDA testing is used to determine English language proficiency. The policy outlines procedures for referrals and ongoing monitoring of student progress. The school aims to support identified needs within the mainstream classroom through appropriate supports.
English is the language of instruction at CCS. Languages Other Than English include Indonesian, Spanish, and French. Indonesian language studies and Indonesian Studies are part of the curriculum. Language learning is emphasised across all year levels.
Mindfulness and well-being are integral to CCS's approach. The Middle School curriculum includes Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) to support social and emotional development. A supportive school environment fosters health, resilience, and positive relationships. CCS emphasises well-being through a holistic approach and community initiatives.
Safeguarding and child protection are core components of CCS's accreditation framework. CCS holds SPK accreditation and emphasizes safety and safeguarding for all students. The Parent Student Handbook outlines safeguarding procedures and student welfare policies.
CCS accepts and welcomes students aged 3 to 17 (Early Years - IB Diploma) throughout the year. There are four easy steps to join CCS. 1. Application Tasks Completion: Submit the online Application Form; pay the Application Fee IDR 2,500,000 (non-refundable, with no guarantee for the seat); upload 2 years of previous or current school report cards in English (non-English documents should be translated and notarized); upload CCS Student Profile; upload Transcript (only for Year 10/Semester 2 or above). 2. Application Review: When a seat is available, the applications will be reviewed by the education leadership team and student support team; English assessments might be required if needed. 3. Acceptance: Successful applicants will receive an official acceptance email, and the payment options will be shared. The parents can choose the payment method for a term, a semester, or a year. 4. Enrollment: Once the tuition fee is received, and the rest of the required documents are completed, the new joiner and the parents will receive a welcome email from the school. The Application Tasks Completion Step is the first step; there are limited spaces and offering seats is not guaranteed. Applicants who did not get an offer due to no seat availability will be transferred to the next term. Your child can join CCS at any time if there is a place available in their year group; explore entry points to learn more about the registration process.
A scholarship programme is provided to attract and recognise lifelong learners who are academically excellent, socially responsible and effective communicators. CCS will make available scholarship(s) to students (Indonesian or Expat) who meet all identified scholarship requirements: must demonstrate strong academic achievement and maintain excellent academic standing; demonstrate CCS Core Values (Learning, Engagement, Respect, Balance); demonstrate commitment to Gotong Royong (Service and Learning); be in total compliance with CCS Behaviour expectations and demonstrate respect and involvement in the school community; demonstrate digital citizenship and be in compliance with the Technology Acceptable Use Policy; priority may be given to Indonesian students or those demonstrating financial need. The equivalent of 2 full-time scholarships will be available for Years 10 to 13 each academic year, typically as partial scholarships; scholarships may be renewed for up to two years. Further information is available from the Head of School or admissions team at admissions@ccsbali.com.
If no seat is available, applications are transferred to the next term.