WHOLE SCHOOL NEWS

Greetings from Sinarmas World Academy

We hope everyone is having a restful summer break to welcome the new Academic Year 2024/2025. Let's start this new academic journey with louder enthusiasm and stronger determination. SWA team continues to work hard to ensure the safety of the whole school community and to deliver quality learning opportunities to all students with procedures in place to help us navigate the new AY 2024-2025.

Greeting from Indonesian Principal

Dear Students, Parents, and Staff,

Welcome to the 2024-2025 academic year at Sinarmas World Academy. As we start this new journey together, I am filled with excitement and anticipation for all the changes ahead. This year is poised for growth, learning, and accomplishments. Our devoted team of educators provide a supportive and enriching environment where each student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

To our returning students, I am thrilled to see you back and ready to continue your educational journey. Your enthusiasm and commitment to learning are truly inspiring. To our new students, I extend a warm welcome to the Sinarmas World Academy family. We are delighted to have you join us and look forward to supporting you as you settle in and make new friends.

Parents and guardians, your partnership is incredibly valuable to us. Together, we can create a nurturing and challenging environment that supports our students' success. We appreciate your trust and involvement in your child's education and encourage open communication with our staff throughout the year.

To our teachers and staff: thank you for your unwavering dedication and passion for education. Your hard work and creativity make our school a place where students are excited to learn and grow. Let's continue to inspire and empower our students to reach their full potential.

As we begin a new school year, let's approach the opportunities and challenges with optimism and a spirit of teamwork. Together, we can accomplish amazing things and create unforgettable memories.

Wishing you all a successful and fulfilling 2024-2025 school year!

Warm regards,

Dr. F.X. Susanto, S.IP.,M.Pd.

Indonesian Principal

Greeting from EY ES Co-Principal

Dear Parents and Students,

Welcome to the new academic year. I hope all of you had a restful and wonderful holiday and are ready to embark on an exciting journey for the upcoming school year. I would like to extend a warm welcome to both our returning families and those joining us for the first time.

At SWA, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every student feels valued and respected. This year, we are placing a special emphasis on creating a caring community to promote kindness and positive interactions. Our goal is to ensure that every student can thrive in a safe and nurturing atmosphere. To achieve this, we will implement the following:

• Incorporating Empathy, Kindness, and Respect into Our Curriculum: We will continue to integrate lessons on these important values into our curriculum. These programs are designed to help students understand the impact of their actions and develop positive relationships with their peers.

• Providing Support through School Counsellors and Staff: Our school counsellors and staff will continue to support students who may be facing any challenges. We encourage open communication and will provide the necessary resources and guidance to ensure that every student feels heard and supported.

• Maintaining a Strong Partnership between School and Home: We will be offering workshops and resources for parents to equip you with the tools to support your children in navigating social situations and fostering a positive school climate.

As we embark on this journey together, I invite you to join us in our mission to create a caring and supportive community. Your involvement and support are crucial to our success, and I encourage you to reach out with any questions, concerns, or ideas.

Thank you for being a vital part of our school community. Together, we can make this academic year one of growth, learning, and kindness.

Warm regards,

Ms. Kelly Hon

EY ES Co-Principal

Greeting from MSHS Co-Principal

Dear Sinarmas World Academy Community,

I am thankful and excited for the opportunity to serve in my new role as Middle and High School Co-Principal for the upcoming academic year 2024-2025. As we begin planning for what lies ahead, I have been overwhelmed by the supportive and collaborative approach that I have received from the SWA team members who I will be working closely with for the foreseeable future.  

I’ve gone to school every year of my life, as a student, teacher and now administrator, because I love being part of an active learning community and all of the things that go along with it. To lead a school community effectively, I believe it is most important to learn and grow along with the students, parents and teachers. You will see this in many ways when I am participating in classes, coaching sports or organising events. My biggest motivation is observing the personal and academic growth of each and every student under my care.  

I look forward to the opening of school on August 5th to greeting the returning students and welcoming all of the new SWA students and teachers. It is not easy moving to a new school in a new country and this is a challenge I will certainly share with other new arrivals. 

Please be sure to come say hello and introduce yourself, so that we may all work together to make this school year the best it can be.

Warm regards,

Mr. Robert Taylor

MSHS Co-Principal

Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary Checkpoint and IGCSE

Written by Ms. Rhea

We are pleased to announce that the 2024 Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary Checkpoint results were released in June, and these will be shared with the parents and students really soon. SWA is proud to report the outstanding performance of our students that are well above the international average score. Rest assured that we will continue to uphold these high standards so our students will always experience the most meaningful learning possible. Congratulations to our diligent teachers and hardworking students.

August marks an exciting milestone for our 2024 IGCSE exam takers as we eagerly await the release of their results. These will be promptly communicated with the students and parents alike.

Thank you everyone, and here’s to a fantastic academic year.

Textbook/Writing Book Sets

The collection of students’ textbooks/writing book sets for the Academic Year 2024-2025 has started since Monday, 22nd July 2024 for parents/students who already received the notification from the SWA Library.

For parents/students who have not yet received the email from SWA Library, kindly be informed that we are still waiting for some books/items to be delivered from the supplier but you are welcome to collect the other textbooks/writing book sets following the arrangements below.

Schedule for collection:

Monday - Friday: between 08:00 am - 11:30 am and 01:30 pm - 03:30 pm

EXCEPT on Friday, 26th July 2024, when the School is closed for SWA Team Building

Venue for collection:

1. Textbooks collection : MSHS Library, Arts Building, 2nd floor

2. Writing book set, stationery set, and/or visual art collection : Dance Room, Arts Building, 1st floor (next to MSHS Library staircase)

To expedite the process, please notify us one day prior to your visit to collect the items by sending an email to library@swa-jkt.com. Please bring your child’s book order invoice and/or student ID card for the collection.

Parents Orientation Academic Year 2024/2025

You are cordially invited to attend SWA Parent Orientation academic year 2024-2025 on Friday, 2 August 2024. This meeting is mandatory to be attended by parents and students. Please see the details below:

Day/Date : Friday, 2 August 2024

Time : 08.00 AM - 12.00 PM

Venue : Trini Dewi Theatre at SWA

Note: MSHS Grade Level Meetings will be held in the first week of school. Different communication will be released accordingly.

Please do not hesitate to contact eyes_admin@swa-jkt.com or mshs_admin@swa-jkt.com should you have any questions. Thank you and see you there!

School Uniform

In preparation for the academic year 2024-2025, all students are required to wear the SWA uniform during offline learning as explained in detail in the respective departmental information. Parents have the option to buy their child(ren)’s uniforms through a pre-order system or direct purchase by appointment.

Please be guided by the following procedure:

Option A: Pre-order system

• Check the uniform Order Forms and Size Chart for the respective departments

• SWA uniform size chart ​​(link)

• EYES Uniform preorder form (link)

• MSHS Uniform preorder form (link)

• Fill out the order form with student's name, grade, and gender, uniform type, size, and quantity as well

• Shop assistant will confirm order and inform parents of the final amount to be paid to School Account (max. 3 working days after receiving uniform order)

• Send proof of payment to both emails:

  • Shop assistant: esti_francisca@swa-jkt.com

  • FAD: finance@swa-jkt.com

• Orders will only be processed & prepared by the Shop assistant when the proof of payment has been received. Parents will be emailed the pick up date and time (max. 3 working days after receiving uniform order)

Option B: In-person transaction

• Stop by to SWA Lotus Shop Monday - Friday at 07:30 am - 04:00 pm

Kindly note that we will automatically cancel all orders, for which payment has not been settled. No exchange of uniforms are allowed for the pre-order system or direct purchase during this time, please check the size according to the attached size chart before purchase.

SWA IB Diploma Result

Sinarmas World Academy’s Class of 2024 shines brightly with their remarkable IB Diploma results! Achieving a flawless 100% pass rate, an impressive 80% of students have soared to scores of 35 and above, with the highest score of 44 showcasing their dedication and brilliance.

With an astounding average score of 38.2 out of 45 per student and an average subject grade of 5.96 out of 7, these young scholars have truly excelled. Notably, a remarkable average bonus of 2.46 out of 3 points highlights their exceptional academic prowess.

Congratulations to the accomplished graduates who are now poised to illuminate pathways to success!

Car Sticker

SWA community vehicles should have a 2024-2025 school car sticker. Please obtain the car sticker from the Reception (Main Lobby in Arts Building).

All members of the SWA community must observe the procedure stated below to ensure safety and security:

• Car stickers must remain placed on the upper right-hand side of the driver's front windscreen.

• School security guards will check the car sticker and passenger's ID card. Only cars with SWA car stickers are allowed to park in the school parking basement.

• Cars without a SWA car sticker will be processed as a Visitor Car (Leave your ID and get a Visitor Car Card).

• Visitor car must place the ‘VISITOR CAR CARD’ on the front dashboard.

• School security guards will inspect thoroughly the inside of the vehicle (the trunk, the seats), and also search under the vehicle with a handheld inspection security mirror.

Thank you for your cooperation in creating a safe school environment for our community. Please contact us at eyes_admin@swa-jkt.com or mshs_admin@swa-jkt.com if you have any questions.

EY Department

Written by Ms. Ann

The EY Department believes that PLAY is crucial for nurturing well-rounded and resilient students. The school has embraced the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum from the United Kingdom, which supports children's development from birth to five years old. This framework is essential for their overall growth in physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language skills.

We are dedicated to providing interactive and age-appropriate activities across all class levels. The Jolly Phonics reading programme has helped children become confident readers early on, enabling them to spell, write sentences, and read with ease. We also promote love for books by reading stories, sending daily reading materials home and providing stories from the library.

Additionally, we offer diverse experiences in subjects like maths, science, music, and movement to enhance students' skills and potential. The curriculum introduces Chinese and Indonesian languages to build strong linguistic skills and promote cultural understanding. This prepares children to communicate effectively across diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

We take pride in our students' early participation and success in Maths competitions, earning awards both nationally and internationally. As a dynamic school, we strive to meet the needs of all our students and prepare them for a bright future.

Guidance and Counselling Department

Written by Ms. Lindi

Welcome back to school students and parents!

A new academic year brings hope, excitement and new opportunities for learning. As we strive to create a safe and caring environment, our goal is to ensure the students feel valued and supported, despite of academic, personal or social challenges they face.

Home-school partnership is the key to achieve the goal. Your roles in communicating and collaborating with school will help us to provide proper supports for the students. Please reach out to us if you have any questions, concerns or insights you might want to share regarding your child’s well-being and challenges.

Starting a new school year could be challenging for parents and students. Please take a look at the table below for some strategies that you can practise together with your children at home in preparing for the new school year. Thank you for your continued support and let’s work together in making a memorable year for your child.

Your Child’s Safety is Our Top Priority!

Ensuring children's safety is our utmost priority. We are proactively undertaking comprehensive maintenance and enhancements to keep everything in top condition. This includes floor replacements, wall repairs, painting, and roof upgrades. We are also revamping the parking and security areas to enhance overall safety. These preventive measures are all about creating a secure and happy space where our students can thrive. Thank you for being a part of the wonderful community at Sinarmas World Academy (SWA)!

The textbook distribution has begun for batch 1. We would like to thank everyone for the smooth coordination and we hope to see more parents and students as we all get ready for the new academic year. 

It is highly appreciated if students settle any library fines/unreturned books from AY 2023-2024. The new textbooks and future borrowing will only be opened to students who have cleared their accounts in the library system.

Please do not hesitate to get in touch with the library team through library@swa-jkt.com if you have any questions or concerns. 

Sinarmas World Academy Trial Class is back! ✨

Infant, Toddler, and Nursery (6 months - 2 years old)

📆 Tuesday, 30 July 2024

⏰ Infant 13.30 - 14.15 (minimum age: 6 months)

⏰ Toddler 14.30 - 15.15 (min age: 1 year)

⏰ Nursery 13.30 - 14.15 (min age: 2 years)

Don’t miss out on the chance to bring your little one to experience the joy of learning at Sinarmas World Academy. For a holistic experience, we also provide consultation sessions with the school’s counselor and pediatrician. Secure your seat now with a registration fee of Rp.100,000.

Click this link to register.

For more info, contact: +62 889 7308 8773