It has certainly been a busy week at AIS as we wrap up Term 3. Congratulations to all of our students who took part in the High School and Primary School Athletics Carnivals. It was wonderful to see so many students giving their best, showing great sportsmanship, and encouraging their peers throughout the events.

A special congratulations goes to Garuda House, who were crowned the High School Athletics House Champions. Their determination and teamwork were on full display throughout the competition.

Thank you also to Mr Hector and Ms Tantri for leading the High School event, and to Mr Patrick and Mr Amran for coordinating the Primary School carnival. Both days were organised brilliantly, with a wide range of activities that ensured every student had the opportunity to participate and enjoy the experience.

A number of students from Primary and High School participated in the ICAS English Test, Science Test & Spelling Bee this week. Thank you to Ms Sinead for coordinating all of the ICAS assessments.

Congratulations to Emil, Nicole, Michelle, and Annisa on the success of their IB Diploma Art Exhibition. The students have worked incredibly hard to produce a collection of outstanding art pieces, showcasing both creativity and technical skill.

Throughout the exhibition, they spoke with confidence about their work to staff, and students from upper Primary through to High School, explaining the inspirations behind their pieces and the processes involved in their creation. It was a pleasure to hear directly from them about their artistic journeys.

Special thanks go to Mr Tal and Ms Aldevi for their guidance and support of the students in preparing for this milestone event.

I had the privilege of attending the AIS Bali Primary School production of Matilda Jr. on Wednesday evening. It was wonderful to see the students working so hard to deliver such a terrific performance, which was thoroughly enjoyed by parents and all members of the audience.

As someone who has always enjoyed musical theatre, it was a real pleasure to finish the term with two fantastic productions — Mary Poppins Jr. in Jakarta and Matilda Jr. in Bali.

Australian actor and Emmy Award winner Ben Mendelsohn visited AIS on Thursday. Ben, whose nieces Maya, Genevieve and Amelie attend AIS, visited to speak with their classes. He spent an hour with our Year 5 and 6 students, as well as the lead cast of Mary Poppins Jr., sharing insights about his career and the craft of acting. He then joined our Foundation students to read Room on the Broom.

Ben extended his visit, to speak with our Year 11 Film and Media students — joined by many Year 11 and 12 classmates — for an additional hour. While he has been acting for more than 40 years, students (and some staff) were especially excited to hear about his work as Director Krennic in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and as Talos in Captain Marvel and Secret Invasion.

I hope that all of our AIS Community has a great holiday whether you are staying in Jakarta, exploring further afield in Indonesia or traveling overseas. 

We’ll see all students back on Monday 6th October.

Craig Eldred,
Principal

Upcoming Events 

Please note that all HS JAAC Sporting Fixtures have been removed from this calendar and appear separately in the High School below.

Term 4 Week 1
Monday 6th October	1st Day for All Students
Friday 10th October	0805. PS Assembly
Week 2
Thursday 16th & Friday 17th  October	Y9 - 11 Academy of Entrepreneurs Digital Marketing & Branding
Friday 17th October	0805. Primary Assembly 0900. PnF Welcome Back Morning Tea (new date) 1000. PnF Meeting (new date)
Week 3
Monday 20 - Friday 24th October	Primary Maths Week
Monday 20th October	Y9 - 11 Academy of Entrepreneurs Digital Marketing & Branding
Friday 24th October	0805. Primary Assembly
Saturday 25th October	0630. Walkathon @ Ragunan Zoo
Week 4
Thursday 30th October	0910. HS Assembly
Friday 31st October	0805. PS Assembly PnF Halloween Movie Night
Week 5
Monday 3rd to Friday 28th November	Edith Cowan University Primary Student Teachers @ AIS
Friday 7th November	0805. PS Assembly
Week 6
Tuesday 11th November	Y7 - 12 Arts Night
Wednesday 12th November	Open House
Thursday 13th November	0910. HS Assembly 10.00 PnF Bake Sale
Friday 14th November	0805. PS Assembly
Week 7
Monday 17th - Friday 21st November	Y7 - 10 Assessment Week
Friday 21st November	0805. PS Assembly Y12 Graduation
Week 8
Wednesday 26 - Saturday 29th November	AISA Games @ AIS Hong Kong
Saturday 29th November	PnF Christmas Bazar
Week 9
Tuesday 2nd December	IB Diploma Core Fair
Friday 5th December	Y6 Graduation
Week 10
Monday 8th December	Parent & Student Thank You Morning Tea Y6 - 7 Transition Day 1800. Instrumental Lessons Recital
Tuesday 9th December	PS Ball Sports Day
Wednesday 10th December	HS Ball Sports Day
Thursday 11th December	1145. End of Year Assembly  1230. Student Dismissal
Friday 12th December	Teacher Planning Day
Friday 12th December to 26th January 2026	School Holidays

PS = Primary School. HS = High School

2025 AIS Jakarta Calendar

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2026 AIS Jakarta Calendar

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Please click this link to access AIS Jakarta News: AIS Jakarta News 19 September 2025.