Best International Schools in Bali 2026: Dubai Parents' Guide

At a Glance

School Comparison at a Glance

School	Curriculum	Ages	Annual Fees (USD)	Location
Green School Bali	IB + Sustainability	3-18	$8,000-$20,000	Ubud
Bali Island School	IB World School	3-18	$7,000-$15,000	Sanur
Australian Independent School	Australian (ACARA)	3-15	$6,000-$12,000	Denpasar
Canggu Community School	IPC + Australian	3-12	$5,000-$10,000	Canggu
Dyatmika School	IB (PYP, MYP, DP)	3-18	$5,000-$14,000	Sanur
Taman Rama Intercultural	Cambridge	3-18	$3,000-$8,000	Jimbaran
Compare: Dubai international schools average $15,000-$30,000/year

Green School Bali

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CurriculumIB + Sustainability
Ages3-18
Annual Fees (USD)$8,000-$20,000
LocationUbud

Bali Island School

02

CurriculumIB World School
Ages3-18
Annual Fees (USD)$7,000-$15,000
LocationSanur

Australian Independent School

03

CurriculumAustralian (ACARA)
Ages3-15
Annual Fees (USD)$6,000-$12,000
LocationDenpasar

Canggu Community School

04

CurriculumIPC + Australian
Ages3-12
Annual Fees (USD)$5,000-$10,000
LocationCanggu

Dyatmika School

05

CurriculumIB (PYP, MYP, DP)
Ages3-18
Annual Fees (USD)$5,000-$14,000
LocationSanur

Taman Rama Intercultural

06

CurriculumCambridge
Ages3-18
Annual Fees (USD)$3,000-$8,000
LocationJimbaran

Compare: Dubai international schools average $15,000-$30,000/year

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Key Points

Top Schools in Detail

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Green School Bali

World-famous for sustainability education. Bamboo campus in the jungle near Ubud. IB curriculum with environmental focus. Alumni community across 30+ countries. Small classes (avg 22 students).

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Bali Island School

Full IB World School in Sanur. Strong academic track record. University placement support. Modern facilities. Active parent community. More traditional academic approach compared to Green School.

03

Australian Independent School

Australian curriculum with strong structure. Good for families planning to eventually move to Australia. Solid sports and arts programs. More affordable option.

04

Dyatmika School

Full IB program from PYP through Diploma. Located in Sanur. Emphasis on bilingual education (English/Indonesian). Good university preparation track.

Overview

What Dubai Parents Need to Know

The transition from Dubai's regimented school system to Bali's more relaxed approach can be jarring initially. Bali schools emphasize creativity, sustainability, and holistic development more than test scores and competition. Most Dubai parents report their children are happier and more engaged within a few months, though academic rigor varies by school.

Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

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Will my child's Dubai school credits transfer?

Yes. All major Bali international schools accept transfers from accredited Dubai schools. Bring transcripts, report cards, and teacher recommendations. Mid-year transfers are common.

Are there Islamic education options?

While Bali schools don't typically offer formal Islamic studies, some families supplement with private Arabic/Quran tutoring. The Islamic community in Bali can connect you with resources.

What about university preparation?

IB Diploma from Green School and Dyatmika has strong university acceptance records. Students go on to universities in Australia, UK, US, Europe, and Singapore.

How do fees compare to Dubai?

Average savings: 50-70%. A family spending $50,000/year on school fees in Dubai typically spends $10,000-$20,000 in Bali for comparable or better education quality.

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