

Khalifa IMS
Islamic
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
Accreditations
Khalifa IMS is an Islamic international school providing a comprehensive educational pathway from Nursery to Senior Secondary. It combines academic excellence with a strong foundation in Islamic values to prepare students for global competitiveness and purposeful living.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
Khalifa IMS is grounded in Islamic values, viewing education as a lifelong journey to serve Allah SWT. The school’s philosophy is defined by the "KIMS" pillars: Knowledgeable, Interdependent, Muttaqiin (pious), and Smart. It seeks to integrate a Qur'anic mindset with global perspectives, encouraging students to become leaders who think deeply, act wisely, and contribute meaningfully to society.
Programmes
The school offers a structured curriculum across four levels: Kindergarten, Primary, Junior Secondary, and Senior Secondary. It is a recognized Cambridge Centre, integrating international standards with Islamic teachings, including the study of the Qur'an and Hadiths. The Senior Secondary level provides a Life Readiness Project and comprehensive university preparation to support students' transitions to higher education. Additionally, some branches offer Madrasah Diniyah after regular school hours to further enrich students' understanding of Islamic teachings.
Outcomes
The school reports strong academic success, with 84.62% of Senior Secondary graduates accepted into top Indonesian public universities and 7.69% admitted to overseas institutions. Students frequently achieve recognition in national and international competitions, including math olympiads and robotics championships. The institution aims to produce graduates who are knowledgeable, interdependent, pious (Muttaqiin), and smart, prepared to serve the community and live with purpose.
Student support
Learning support
The school emphasizes a supportive environment where teachers and staff are dedicated to the students' learning journeys. It focuses on nurturing individual talents and providing guidance to help students reach their full potential, with a strong emphasis on character building and emotional preparation for university.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does Khalifa IMS offer?
- Khalifa IMS offers Cambridge Primary.
- What accreditations does Khalifa IMS hold?
- Khalifa IMS holds accreditations including Cambridge International.
- Is Khalifa IMS co-educational?
- Khalifa IMS is a co-ed school.
- Where is Khalifa IMS located?
- Khalifa IMS is an international school in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school offers a continuous educational pathway from Nursery through Upper Secondary. Prospective families can engage with the school through orientation days and contact the respective units—Kindergarten, Primary, Junior Secondary, or Senior Secondary—for enrollment details.
Calendar
The academic year includes structured learning periods, with specific events such as leadership training (LDK) for the Student Council and various national and international competitions occurring throughout the year. The school maintains a consistent schedule across its various branches, including Bintaro, Tegal, and Semarang.
About the campus
The school operates multiple campuses, including facilities in Bintaro, Tegal, and Semarang. These sites feature dedicated buildings for different educational levels, ranging from Kindergarten to Senior Secondary, and are equipped to support both academic and extracurricular pursuits, including science and technology learning.
Co-curriculars
Students participate in a variety of extracurricular activities designed to foster leadership, creativity, and teamwork. Notable activities include robotics, where students compete in national competitions, and martial arts, such as Taekwondo. Additionally, students engage in leadership training through the Student Council (OSIS) and various academic olympiads.

- Drs. Sumardi Achmad Badawi, MMManaging Director
Drs. Sumardi Achmad Badawi, MM serves as the Managing Director of Khalifa IMS. In his message, he emphasizes the school's mission to support students in their learning journeys, encouraging them to obey Allah SWT and Rasulullah SAW, honor their parents, and lead a Qur'anic and prosperous life.
Dina Indriyati, SSKindergarten PrincipalMs. Dina is the principal of the kindergarten. She focuses on guiding young learners to grow with love, curiosity, and faith, helping them build strong character, good manners (akhlaq), and a love for learning through play and exploration.
Hani Faizah S.Pd., M.MPrimary School PrincipalHani Faizah is the Head of Principal and Unit Principal of Khalifa IMS Primary. She highlights the school's role as a Cambridge Centre and its commitment to helping students reach their goals from nursery to upper secondary.
Samsul Immamuddin, Lc, M.PdPrincipal of Junior Secondary Khalifa IMSSamsul Immamuddin is the Principal of Junior Secondary Khalifa IMS. He focuses on nurturing students to think deeply, act kindly, and live purposefully, guided by the school's four pillars: Knowledgeable, Interdependent, Muttaqiin, and Smart.
Handoko, S.Pd., Gr.Principal of Senior Secondary Khalifa IMSHandoko is the Principal of Senior Secondary Khalifa IMS. He emphasizes shaping both the mind and heart, with a focus on academic excellence, Islamic values, and preparing students for top universities through the Life Readiness Project and Comprehensive University Preparation.
Slamet Riyadi M.Pd.Principal of Primary Khalifa IMS TegalSlamet Riyadi is the Principal of Primary Khalifa IMS Tegal. He notes that the school is the first Islamic school in Tegal to implement a full English environment and emphasizes character building alongside academic excellence and Islamic teachings.
- Nugroho Dwi Prasetyo, S.PdPrincipal of Primary Khalifa IMS Semarang
Nugroho Dwi Prasetyo is the Primary Principal of Khalifa IMS Primary Semarang. He is passionate about helping children grow into confident, kind-hearted individuals and emphasizes an educational approach that combines science and technology with Quran and Hadith studies.
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