Al Madinah Islamic School MakassarRaising Future Muslim Leaders
ID Admissions 2027-28
PlaygroupKindergarten

Early Years Programme

Raising Future Muslim Leaders, from ages 2-6 🌱

Playgroup and Kindergarten at Al Madinah Islamic School Makassar bring together the Cambridge International Curriculum, Tahfidz and Tahsin learning (Qur'an memorisation and recitation) and the Indonesian National Curriculum.

Cambridge Early Years Centre, Cambridge International Education Tut Wuri Handayani logo, Indonesian National Curriculum Ummi Foundation logo
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Al Madinah Growth Steps 🌟

Growing together, step by step

1st

The first Islamic school in Makassar to officially use an international (Cambridge) curriculum.

1stEarly Years

The first Kindergarten and Playgroup on the island of Sulawesi to officially use an international curriculum.

150+

Achievements in the past 3 years: religious, academic, sporting and more.

Official Cambridge schoolRegistered School ID491 · check the Cambridge International directory
APlaygroup Accredited ABAN-PDM · NPSN 70003155AKindergarten Accredited ARated Excellent · NPSN 70002930ADaycare Accredited ABAN-PDM · NPSN 70003523

Our Educational Philosophy

Why choose our school?

Choosing an Islamic school is a wise decision for parents who put faith-based education first. Al Madinah is here to nurture an outstanding generation, strong both spiritually and intellectually, and holding fast to the Qur'an and Sunnah.

Your child is not just taught, but empowered to love the Qur'an as a guide for life. All of this is supported by an international curriculum, comprehensive facilities, fun teaching methods and an environment that encourages children to explore their talents.

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Education Rooted in Islamic Values

Knowledge is woven together with Islamic values, grounded in the Qur'an and Hadith, so that your child grows up knowledgeable, faithful and of noble character.

A Nurturing Islamic Environment

Daily habits of du'a, praying (salah) on time and reading the Qur'an, with dedicated time set aside, so that your child grows up well-mannered, disciplined and full of kindness.

Ready for a Global World

National and international curricula for firm faith, resilient character and academic excellence, while keeping a strong Muslim identity.

Age categories, AY 2027-28

Come and meet your child's class!

Age is calculated from date of birth, using a 1 October - 30 September range.

Playgroup
Teacher and children learning in the classroom area

Playgroup

Age 2: born 1 October 2024 - 30 September 2025Age 3: born 1 October 2023 - 30 September 2024Duration: 1 year, or 2 years for children who start at age 2Schedule: morning or afternoon session
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Playgroup lasts 1 year (there is no Playgroup 1 or Playgroup 2). Children aged 2 may spend 2 years in Playgroup if their parents wish, with very similar lessons in both years.

Find your child's level from their month and year of birth

Curriculum

Four pillars of your child's learning

Our Early Years follows the Cambridge Curriculum with a holistic approach: it focuses on the whole child and connects their development with the world around them. This approach also supports bilingual and multilingual learning.

Teacher and children sitting together in the playground
International CurriculumCambridge Early Years
Indonesian National CurriculumMatched to each developmental stage
Tahsin and TahfidzUmmi method (Ummi Foundation)
Character Building and Life SkillsBuilt through everyday habits

The six Cambridge Early Years areas

  • Communication and literacy
  • Creative expression
  • Mathematics
  • Physical development
  • Personal, social and emotional development
  • Understanding the world
The Cambridge Pathway at Al Madinah The Cambridge learning pathway runs from age 3 to 19. At Al Madinah Islamic School Makassar, it continues seamlessly across the following three levels.
  • Cambridge Early YearsPlaygroup and Kindergarten
  • Cambridge PrimaryPrimary 1-6 (Grades 1-6)
  • Cambridge Lower SecondarySecondary 7-9
The Cambridge Pathway: an education pathway from age 3 to 19, running from Cambridge Early Years, Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Lower Secondary to Cambridge Upper Secondary and Cambridge Advanced

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Signature Programmes ✨

Colourful days for your child

Child learning to read the Qur'an with the Ummi method

Tahsin and Tahfidz

Learning the Qur'an with the Ummi method. All children are expected to memorise the short surahs of Juz 30, hadith and daily du'a.

Children wearing chef's hats in the cooking studio

Cooking Class

Your child explores how food is prepared, learns to appreciate food, and discovers how it is made and what it contains.

Child playing and learning in the classroom area

Classroom Area

  • English as a Second Language: language
  • Math: numeracy
  • Art and Music: creativity
  • Imtaq: religion (faith and piety)
  • Science and Nature: discovering nature
Child learning with a Cambridge book

Cambridge Curriculum

A holistic approach across six areas of development, connecting your child's learning with the world around them.

Child learning with the Ummi method alongside a teacher
Kindergarten

After School UMMI

Extra guidance to polish recitation and build up memorisation with the Ummi method.

The Amanah App on a mobile phone
Kindergarten

Amanah App

Short for Aplikasi Manajemen Al-Qur'an Anak Sholeh(a), the Qur'an management app for righteous children. It replaces the manual record book: parents can follow their child's Tahsin and Tahfidz progress in real time, and all the data is saved automatically.

  • TargetsTahsin and Tahfidz
  • LearningTahsin and Tahfidz
  • % AchievedTahsin and Tahfidz
  • ChartsYour child's progress
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Graduate Profile

By graduation, insyaAllah, your child will...

  • Have firm faith (aqidah)
  • Recite (Tahsin) according to the rules of tajwid
  • Have memorised (Tahfidz) Juz 30 and selected surahs
  • Have life skills and Islamic character
  • Speak English at the expected level
  • Be broad-minded and globally competitive
  • Be high-achieving, independent, skilled and a critical thinker

Vision

To be a school that integrates Islamic values, knowledge and technology to shape an outstanding generation of noble character and global outlook.

Mission

  1. To instil firm conviction through a deep understanding and practice of Islamic teachings based on the Qur'an and As-Sunnah.
  2. To create a safe, comfortable learning environment that supports children's growth and development to the full.
  3. To develop holistic, integrated educational services.
  4. To make the most of every child's potential by providing a wide range of activities that give them room to express themselves and create.
  5. To prepare children for primary education, achieving the basic competencies appropriate to their stage of development.
  6. To develop an innovative and creative curriculum that keeps pace with the times and with children's needs.

Facilities

Where your child plays and learns

Playground with climbing nets, slides and a climbing wall
Playground
The school's indoor swimming pool
Swimming Pool
Cooking studio with long tables
Cooking Studio
Library with orange bookshelves and children's study tables
Library
School laboratory with workbenches and science equipment
Laboratory
Spacious prayer room (musholla) with blue carpet
Prayer Room (Musholla)
Indoor Sport Center with a basketball court
Sport Center
School canteen with green patterned walls
Canteen

Enrichment Activities

Learning beyond the classroom, too

Regular activities that reinforce learning and broaden your child's horizons.

  • Competitions and Awards
  • Health Check-ups
  • Parent Meetings
  • Charity and Donations
  • Exploration
  • Arts Performances
  • Religious and National Celebrations
Children performing on stage
Arts Performance
Children visiting a miniature Ka'bah
Exploration
Child dressed in red saluting during a national celebration
National Celebrations
A health professional giving a child a health check-up
Health Check-ups
Parents and teachers meeting together
Parent Meetings
Students performing in a history-themed arts show
History-Themed Arts Performance

Additional Services

Peace of mind for parents

Carer looking after a child in the play area

Daycare

A safe, educational environment with experienced carers. It supports your child's growth, independence and character, while giving parents peace of mind.

Our Daycare (TPA Al Madinah Islamic School Makassar) is Accredited A by BAN-PDM.

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After-School Swimming

With experienced coaches by their side, your child learns proper swimming technique, gains confidence in the water and builds physical coordination.

Achievements 🏆

150+

achievements in the past 3 years

In religious studies, academics, sport, the arts and more.

See the list of achievements

Our Team

Meet the teachers guiding your child

Our teachers and staff are ready to guide every child with noble values and 21st-century skills.

Six Early Years teachers in teal uniforms
1Faith and Personality
2Pedagogy
3Professionalism and Organisation
4Teamwork and Communication

Daily Activity

A day with us

Morning SessionAfternoon SessionActivity
07.30-08.0010.00-10.30Drop Off Time
08.00-08.1510.30-10.45Line Up & Pledge
08.15-08.3010.45-11.00Exercise Time
08.30-08.4511.00-11.15Dhuha Prayer
08.45-09.0011.15-11.30Opening
09.00-09.3011.30-12.00Exploration Time
09.30-09.5012.00-12.20Meal Time
09.50-10.0012.20-12.30Closing
10.00-10.3012.30-13.00Pick Up Time

Testimonials

Stories from parents 😊

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Mommy Shaquille with her family
Playgroup

We are Shaquille's parents. Since starting at Al Madinah Islamic School, Shaquille has developed by leaps and bounds. Our child is more and more independent, can perform ablution (wudu), pray and make du'a, and now recognises the hijaiyah letters and numbers. Shaquille communicates very well, is growing in confidence and socialises actively. At home, Shaquille is always keen to help with daily chores. Thank you to all the teachers for your love and guidance. Shaquille's growth in academics, faith and character makes us very proud. May Allah reward the teachers for their kindness.

Zhafira AfaninMommy Shaquille, parent of a Playgroup child
Mommy Queenara with her family
Playgroup

Assalamualaikum Wr. Wb. I am Queenara's mother. Alhamdulillah, we are so grateful to see how Queenara has progressed at Al Madinah Islamic School. Queenara has mastered so many good things, from the movements and recitations of prayer, wudu, daily du'a and the hijaiyah letters to Asmaul Husna (the 99 Names of Allah). Beyond the lessons, Queenara has become more active and confident in making friends. Thank you to all the teachers who have taught with such patience. May it be a continuing charity (amal jariyah) for you, and may Allah SWT grant you the best of rewards.

Alisa KurniatiMommy Queenara, parent of a Playgroup child
Mommy Biem with her family
Kindergarten

We are Biem's parents (Kinder B1). After less than a month at Al Madinah Islamic School, Biem's progress has made us so proud. In worship, Biem can already perform the movements and recitations of prayer fluently, and recites short surahs with real enthusiasm. Biem's adab (good manners) is remarkable too; Biem even reminds us of the hadith about sitting down to drink. Thank you to all the teachers and staff for a learning environment that is safe, comfortable and full of love. May Al Madinah grow ever more successful and blessed.

Sary Zettira ShyafrilMommy Biem, parent of a Kindergarten child
Mommy Ahza with her family
Kindergarten

Bismillahirrahmanirrahim, let me introduce myself: I am Ahza's parent. Before starting school, Ahza found it very hard to interact with other children of the same age, and Ahza's speech was not yet clear. However, since learning at Al Madinah Islamic School, Ahza has made rapid progress. Ahza now knows the hijaiyah letters, Asmaulhusna and daily du'a. As parents, we are deeply grateful for the knowledge the school has shared, and for the love and sincere care the teachers have given Ahza.

St Fachrana Suraeda RusdiMommy Ahza, parent of a Kindergarten child

School Fees Information, AY 2027-28

Please note that school fees for AY 2027-28 are shared directly by our Admissions team, so that they match your child's level. If you have any further questions, don't hesitate to ask. We're happy to help! 😊

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Enrolment Steps

Your child's journey to Al Madinah

  1. Chat with AdminGet the e-brochure and information on school fees.
  2. Visit the schoolCome and visit, and talk to our Admissions team in person.
  3. Collect the form and Check TogetherAn observation of your child's basic skills and a parent interview, to align the family's and the school's educational vision.
  4. Finalise Enrolment (Akad SKB, the enrolment agreement)Congratulations, your child is now a future Al Madinah student!
  5. Learn TogetherA free class for future students: a chance to get to know the school and the teachers, and to build positive bonds before the new academic year.
  6. Parent Teacher Meeting and First Day of SchoolCollect the school supplies, and then your child officially becomes an Al Madinah student.

Let's book a chat about your child's education today! Choose whichever way suits you best:

Book a school visitSee your child's future classroom in person Call+62 851-7346-4758 ChatWhatsApp our Admissions team

Welcome Messages

A welcome from our leaders

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Junaid Kalu Baco, S.S., Academic Director

Academic Director

Assalamu’alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh,

Welcome to Al Madinah Islamic School Makassar

As the Academic Director of Al Madinah Islamic School it is a privilege to welcome you to a community dedicated to academic excellence, Islamic character development, and international mindedness.

In partnership with Cambridge Assessment International Education, we provide a world-class curriculum from Early Years to Secondary. Our educational philosophy balances rigorous standards with holistic personal development, preparing students for top global universities and empowering them to thrive in a changing world.

Through the Cambridge Pathway, we cultivate critical thinking, creativity, and resilience. We guide learners to become confident, responsible, reflective, innovative, and engaged. Beyond academics, our co-curricular and extra-curricular programs help every child discover their talents in leadership, arts, athletics, spiritual growth, and innovation.

We believe education is a partnership between school, students, and families to nurture global citizens who lead with integrity, empathy, and vision. Explore our profile to begin this journey with us.

Makassar, October 2026Al Madinah Islamic School MakassarJunaid Kalu Baco, S.S.Academic Director
Sulastri Dian Pratiwi, S.Pd., Gr., Head of Playgroup

Head of Playgroup

Assalamu’alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.

Alhamdulillah, all praise and gratitude are due to Allah SWT, and blessings be upon the Prophet Muhammad SAW, the finest example of noble character. His guidance is an essential foundation, because early childhood is a crucial stage in building the foundations of a child's character, intelligence, independence and love of learning.

In answer to this need, the Playgroup at Al Madinah Islamic School Makassar offers a learning environment that is Islamic, safe, comfortable, fun and globally minded. With meaningful play at the heart of each day, children are given room to explore, create, communicate and make friends. This blend of Islamic values with the development of creativity, collaboration and critical thinking shapes children of noble character who are confident and ready for the future.

Because education is a journey we take together, close cooperation between school and parents is vital in supporting each child's growth and development to the full. May the Playgroup at Al Madinah Islamic School Makassar be a joyful place of learning that nurtures a generation that is intelligent, independent and of noble character.

Wassalamu’alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.

Makassar, October 2026Al Madinah Islamic School MakassarSulastri Dian Pratiwi, S.Pd., Gr.Head of Playgroup
Sri Sherli Novianti Talis, S.Pd., Gr., Head of Kindergarten

Head of Kindergarten

Assalamu’alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.

Alhamdulillahirabbil ‘alamin, we offer our praise and gratitude to Allah SWT. With deep gratitude, Al Madinah Islamic School continues to walk alongside young children as they grow and develop, in a learning environment that is safe, fun, Islamic and full of love.

We believe that childhood is an important stage in building the foundations of character. Every child is unique, with their own interests and potential. That is why we offer learning that is active, creative, exploratory and suited to each child's stage of development, so that they learn happily while growing into individuals who are faithful, of noble character, independent, confident and full of curiosity.

Cooperation between school and parents is an important part of your child's growth and development.

Through this e-brochure, we invite parents to get to know the programmes and learning experiences we offer a little better. May Al Madinah be a comfortable second home, where every child is happy to learn, grow and develop into the very best generation.

Let us walk alongside their little steps today, together, towards a brighter future.

Wassalamu’alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh.

Makassar, October 2026Al Madinah Islamic School MakassarSri Sherli Novianti Talis, S.Pd., Gr.Head of Kindergarten

Instagram

Peek into our little ones' days on Instagram 📚✨

We share the activities, achievements and daily stories of Al Madinah Islamic School Makassar on our @almadinah.makassar account.

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Children wearing chef's hats in the cooking studio Cooking Class Child learning to read the Qur'an with the Ummi method Learning Tahsin Children visiting a miniature Ka'bah Exploration Child learning with the Ummi method alongside a teacher After School UMMI Child dressed in red saluting during a national celebration National Celebrations Playground with climbing nets, slides and a climbing wall Playing in the Playground

The photos above are from school activities. You can find our latest activities on Instagram @almadinah.makassar.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which level is right for my child's year of birth?

Playgroup: born 1 October 2024 - 30 September 2025 (age 2) or 1 October 2023 - 30 September 2024 (age 3). Playgroup lasts 1 year, and children aged 2 may stay for 2 years. Kindergarten A: 1 October 2022 - 30 September 2023. Kindergarten B: 1 October 2021 - 30 September 2022. You can also use the level checker in the Age categories section.

Do you follow the Cambridge curriculum?

Yes. We partner with Cambridge and combine it with the Indonesian National Curriculum and Tahfidz and Tahsin learning.

Which Qur'an learning method do you use?

The Ummi method. In Kindergarten, you can follow your child's Tahsin and Tahfidz progress reports through the Amanah App.

Do you offer daycare?

Yes. We offer Daycare and After-School Swimming.

Are Al Madinah's Playgroup and Kindergarten accredited?

Yes. Our Playgroup (NPSN, the National School Registration Number: 70003155) and Daycare (NPSN 70003523) are Accredited A by BAN-PDM, and our Kindergarten (NPSN 70002930) is Accredited A (Excellent). Our Early Years is also registered as a Cambridge Early Years Centre (ID491). See the certificates.

How do I enrol?

Simply start by chatting with our Admissions team or visiting our school. You will find the full process in the Enrolment Steps section.

How much are the school fees?

School fees for AY 2027-28 are shared directly by our Admissions team. Please get in touch with them using the Chat button. We're happy to help!

Does my child need to be able to read and write already?

During enrolment there is an observation of basic skills (Check Together). For more details, please ask our Admissions team.

Is there a trial class?

Yes, Learn Together: a free class for future students who have completed enrolment, so that your child can settle in before the new academic year.

When is the enrolment deadline, and what about uniforms?

Our Admissions team will share this information with you directly. Please get in touch with them using the Chat button.

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