NJIS Aligns with President Prabowo’s Vision for Holistic Education Reform

Reporter: Yudho Winarto | Editor: Yudho Winarto

EDUCATION - JAKARTA. North Jakarta Intercultural School (NJIS), an international school located in North Jakarta, continues to strengthen its commitment to delivering quality, safe, and character-based education.

This initiative aligns with the message of President of the Republic of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, who emphasized the importance of comprehensive improvement at all levels of education.

As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering a complete IB program from preschool to high school, NJIS remains dedicated to enhancing the quality of teaching and learning in order to prepare future generations who are resilient, ethical, and globally minded.

Ezra Alexander, Head of School at NJIS, stated that President Prabowo’s message serves as an important reminder for all educators, including those at NJIS, to strengthen their internal commitment.

He emphasized that the role of teachers and schools extends beyond teaching—it also involves nurturing enthusiasm, safety, and trust within the learning environment.

“We believe that meaningful education can only thrive in an environment that respects every individual and fosters collaboration among students, teachers, and parents,” Ezra said in the statement.

“This moment serves as a reaffirmation of our commitment to continuously create a safe, positive, and inclusive school ecosystem for the entire NJIS community.”

Ezra further highlighted that a safe and supportive learning environment forms the foundation for building students’ confidence to express themselves, innovate, collaborate, and achieve their fullest potential.

With the support of well-trained educators and staff, NJIS ensures that every student enjoys a meaningful and engaging learning experience every day.

“All teaching and learning activities at NJIS continue to run smoothly and remain conducive, reflecting the readiness of all elements of the school community in sustaining the education process,” Ezra added.

Beyond maintaining safety through robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), NJIS places strong emphasis on academic quality. Its globally recognized curriculum is designed to balance academic excellence with character development, creativity, and leadership.

Through an inquiry- and collaboration-based learning approach, students are encouraged to think critically while appreciating the learning process itself.

NJIS’s educational standards have been recognized both nationally and internationally. The school is accredited by the Indonesian Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (Kemendikdasmen) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), a U.S.-based accreditation body that evaluates international schools worldwide.

These accreditations reaffirm NJIS’s commitment to delivering world-class education while remaining rooted in Indonesian values.

The school’s philosophy, “Discovering Excellence in Every Child,” serves as the foundation of all its learning processes.

This philosophy emphasizes shaping young generations who are not only academically strong but also socially conscious, independent thinkers, and inspired changemakers in their communities.

Ezra explained that this philosophy is implemented through NJIS’s three core educational pillars: mastery, autonomy, and purpose, which are applied at every level of learning.

“Through this approach, students are encouraged to develop a deeper understanding of what they learn, make independent decisions, and find meaning in their educational journey,” Ezra said.

He added that NJIS’s cultural diversity allows every student to learn to appreciate and understand the world from multiple perspectives.

“As part of a multicultural community, our students learn that differences are not barriers but strengths that enrich the way they think and collaborate,” Ezra concluded.

With a strong educational philosophy, a nurturing and safe learning environment, and dedicated educators, NJIS continues to solidify its role as an international school that nurtures future generations with character, empathy, and the readiness to thrive in an ever-changing global world.