Our vision is to empower students as empathetic and adaptive global citizens. We create a diverse community that values all perspectives and inspires lifelong learning and leadership for global betterment.
Academic Stages
Montessori School
Children as of 3 years old are encouraged to explore their potential in a inspiring environment
Secondary School
We offer Cambridge International Education curriculum from Year 7 through to A level graduation in Year 13
Our Educators
Alongside their qualifications and experiences, Surabaya European School’s teachers have the qualities needed to support and inspire students in a high performing international school. These include enthusiasm, independence, resilience, adaptability and a sense of humour. From Montessori school, Primary School and Secondary school these characteristics all contribute to the caring, supportive environment and community that encourages each students to explore and develop their potential in their own way.
Educating Global Citizens
Our consistent focus for students is on high academic standards, essential life skills and a sense of responsibility to the community all within the framework of a βfamily likeβ atmosphere. We also ensure that each student receives the educational support they need while being challenged to extend themselves according to their individual potential.
News and Events
As an international school we pride ourselves on the family atmosphere and culturally diverse community we have created here in Surabaya. We make a conscious effort to hold events that offer our community the opportunity to come together in wide range of sporting, artistic, intellectual and cultural activities. In addition to cultivating a sense of belonging, this allows our students to explore their creativity and imagination and gain confidence in expressing themselves.
No Events
Challenging Our Brains at Surabaya European School
Exploring the Brain through Model Neurons
Why Choose SES?
Small Class Sizes
SES has a 1:8 teacher to student ratio.
Personalised Education
We tailor our support and guidance for each student to explore their potential
4 Languages Delivered
In addition to our English based curriculum, we offer Bahasa, Chinese and French lessons.
Specialist Teachers
Subject specialist teachers with an average of 15 years experience teaching Maths, Science, Humanities and Languages
Our Community
SES celebrates the sporting, cultural, social and charitable activities of our school community. Providing our students with opportunities for fitness, sport, artistic expression as well as a supportive social environment is a very important part of their holistic development. We appreciate the extensive efforts of our teachers and parents in providing a well-rounded experience. Check out our Instagram feed…
A stage full of confidence, creativity, and shining smiles. β¨
Smiles, laughter, and unforgettable moments! π
πΆ Music Showcase 2025 πΆ
A Simple Card, A Heartfelt Thank You ππ
Our Montessori students delighted everyone with a heartwarming performance, showcasing their growing confidence, imagination, and enthusiasm. Every song, movement, and smile reflected the joy of learning and the courage to express themselves.
A wonderful moment to celebrate their progress and the memories made together. We couldnβt be prouder of our young performers!
Swipe through to relive these special moments. π
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Our Student Councilβs Fun Day was filled with exciting activities, joyful energy, and plenty of happy faces. From start to finish, our students made the most of every moment, creating memories that will last long after the day ended.
Swipe through to spot some of the brightest smiles from the celebration! π
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What a wonderful way to celebrate the end of the academic year!
Our Music Showcase was filled with confidence, creativity, and unforgettable performances as pupils took to the stage to share their musical talents. From choir and group singing to guitar, keyboard, violin, drums, and so much more, every performance reflected the dedication and enthusiasm our pupils have developed throughout the year.
Beyond learning notes and rhythms, music encourages creativity, collaboration, resilience, and self-expression. We are incredibly proud of every performer for sharing their talents with such confidence and passion.
Congratulations to all our pupils on a fantastic showcase, and thank you to our teachers and families for supporting this memorable celebration of music. π΅β¨
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Gratitude is one of the greatest lessons we can learn, and our pupils expressed it beautifully through handmade thank-you cards for their teachers.
With creativity, thoughtful words and heartfelt messages, each card reflected the appreciation our pupils have for the guidance, patience and encouragement they receive every day. This meaningful activity not only celebrated our dedicated teachers but also reminded pupils of the importance of kindness, respect and recognising those who make a positive difference in their lives.
A heartfelt thank you to all our wonderful teachers for inspiring, encouraging and empowering our pupils each day. Your dedication makes a lasting difference. π
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