- ACADEMIC PROGRAM

LANGUAGE ARTS
The philosophy behind Language Arts recognizes that the child needs to
communicate effectively to succeed in life, hence, needs the utmost in
training and exposure to the various aspects of communication: receptive
(reading, listening, viewing) and expressive (writing, speaking,
representing). Through creative teaching modes, students develop
verbal-linguistic skills that prepare them for the real world.

SOCIAL STUDIES
The Social Studies program is grounded in the understanding that the child
is a citizen of the world and needs to have a clear understanding of who
he/she is in relation to his surroundings and an appreciation of the past,
awareness of current issues and how to thrive in the future. It is one
that is grounded in practical experience and relevance to daily life.
Through interactive and hands-on learning, students learn and develop many
Skills in observation and analysis.

SCIENCE
The core of Science education is the quest for each child to search for
truth through investigation, discovery and experience. The goal is to
cultivate in students an understanding of themselves, the world around them
and gain an appreciation for their ever-changing lives. The Learning occurs
through hands-on, concrete experiences that are aimed at stimulating
curiosity and developing analytical thinking.

MATHEMATICS
The Maths program is geared towards the development of individuals who can
competently investigate and analyze patterns, while developing critical
thinking skills and a systematic and orderly focus. It aims to cultivate
in students a desire to pursue knowledge in the field and an enjoyment of
the subject while effectively equipping them with proficiency in their
respective grade levels. Emphasis is also placed on the real-life
practicality and importance of Mathematics.

MANDARIN
The Mandarin program enables students to be in touch with the language
spoken by the most number of people in the world, and to be prepared
eventually to ride on China’s economic and cultural power. For many of
our students who are ethnic Chinese, learning the language also gives them
that vital link to the traditions of their forefathers. The Mandarin
curriculum is based on the Singaporean program Chinese Language for Primary
Schools

SASTRA
Sastra is a literature-based program which aims to develop and enhance the
children’s love of all forms of literature. This subject is conducted in
Bahasa Indonesia and is a separate program from the school’s Bahasa
Indonesia curriculum.

BAHASA INDONESIA
Indonesian studies enable the students to develop fluency in the
Indonesian language and to be emerged in the culture.

- CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT
Character Development encompasses character education and life skills.
Character qualities (from Character First TM) and skills pertaining to
relationships with oneself and others are explored and discussed.
This program aims to develop in students a fundamental knowledge of moral
principles that will help them become well-adjusted spiritually.
For elementary school, values are introduced in weekly lessons, with a
different theme for each month. Students internalize the learning of the
values through art and craft, written reflections, skits and group
projects.

- READING PROGRAM
The Reading Program exposes the students to good books that are ability and
age-appropriate. Students practice the skills of journal writing, book
reflection and literature analysis. The purpose of the program is to
provide access to many kinds of books and different genre, to enhance
students’ enjoyment of reading and to develop a habit of reading and to
give them exposure and perspective. This program is crucial in the
development of language competencies, which include vocabulary development,
grammatical structure and analytical and reflective reading and writing.

- ENRICHMENT PROGRAM

Physical Education (PE)
The PE program includes varied physical activities that help students
experience success and enjoyment while actively participating in physical
activities. ‘Men sana encorpore sano’, the ancient Greek adage that
means “a sound mind in a sound body,” is the guiding principle of the
PE program.

MUSIC
The music program puts emphasis on the appreciation, love and understanding
of music through singing, playing and interpreting music. Students are
grounded in traditional music theory and are also exposed to contemporary
music-making.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT)
Students are given opportunities to explore and discover the wonders of
computer technology, which is part and parcel of everyone’s lives
nowadays. The IT program will provide students with appropriate computer
skills and is integrated into the various curricula at all levels.

ART & COOKING
The art education program incorporates challenging and creative activities
to meet the artistic needs of children. Art is essential to the total
development of a person. When cooking, students learn the fundamentals of
health, nutrition and basic cooking skills.
Performing Arts
This program aims at preparing students to perform before an audience.
Various aspects of the theatre experience are offered to the students with
the ultimate goal of building up their self-confidence. SLK produces a
major stage event within a school year as part of this program.

BUDAYA BALI
Budaya Bali studies enable the students to become familiar with the
Balinese language and to be emerged in the culture through stories, songs,
dance, music and art.

SPECIAL NEEDS
In order to help each child progress and learn to the best of their
abilities, students presenting learning difficulties in class will be
observed and assessed by the class teacher. The class teacher will meet
with the Principal to determine any further assessment that is deemed
necessary and they will meet with parents to explain concerns and to
recommend the proper assessment. The cost of all assessments will be paid
for by the parents. The teacher can then use the assessment to decide what
teaching techniques should be used to best help each child. The school
requires that the parents of children with learning difficulties fully
support the school in their efforts to help the child.
Children with special needs are accepted into the school on a case-by-case
basis. Parents wishing to enroll special needs children must provide a
current written diagnosis/assessment and previous IEP (if applicable). If
necessary, a personal assistant will be provided for each child and the
cost of the assistant will be paid for by the parents. The final decision
to accept a student with special needs rests with the class teacher of that
particular level. Children with special needs are included in the
activities of the classroom in the least restrictive environment
appropriate to their safety. An IEP (Individualized Education Plan) will
be written by the class teacher, the principal and the parents along with
any special education professionals working as a team. They will specify
learning objectives that are part of regular classroom activities and
routines. The school reserves the right to recommend a student be moved to
a more appropriate facility if the needs or the child are over and above
the ability of the school to provide for.

- Extra Curriculum Activities (CCA)
Co-Curricular (CCA) and Extra-Curricular Activities
The school focuses on the importance of the cultural and social development
of each student. The finer qualities of each child are fostered through the
cultural arts and social development activities of the school. Our CCA
program is geared towards the holistic development of students. Each
student is required to select a CCA offered on designated day/s during
school hours. Students are expected to be committed to their CCAs for the
rest of the semester or half semester, if applicable, once they have
joined.

For this school year, SLK is offering the following:
Co-curricular activities: Thursday from 13:30 to 14:15
1. Art & Craft
2. Cooking
3. Tari Bali and Gamelan

Co-curricular activities: Friday from 13:30 to 14:15
1. Taekwondo
2. Ball Games (basketball, soccer, baseball and volleyball each half
semester)
3. Violin
4. Chess Club

These activities are conducted during school hours on Thursday and Friday
afternoons.
Extra Curricular activities are conducted after school hours on different
days of the week. A list of the activities offered and details are sent
home every semester. A fee will be charged for participating in these extra
curricular activities.

- Field Trips
Field trips supplement the understandings and skills taught in the
academic/non-academic subjects. Field trips are a valuable means of
‘opening up the classroom’ and provide meaningful real life experiences
for the students so that they can make connections between what they learn
in class and the ‘real world’.

Missing a field trip is equivalent to missing a part of the class’
academic requirements.
Written permission, signed by a parent, is required before a student is
permitted to join planned activities.
Policies on student activities / Co-Curricular activities
The school offers a well-balanced comprehensive program of
activities geared to the well-rounded formation of individuals.
Student activities are classified into two categories.
• Co-curricular: these activities complement the school’s academic
program.
• Extra- curricular: these activities are not directly linked to academic
studies but are of great benefit to the development of well-rounded
individuals.
N O T E : No extra-curricular activities, rehearsals or practice lessons
will be scheduled during the review and test weeks to enable students to
prepare for their tests.