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

Secondary 7-9

Al Madinah Islamic School Makassar

Lower secondary level (equivalent to Indonesian junior high) for ages 12-14, with Cambridge Lower Secondary (Checkpoint), Global Perspectives, Tahfiz and Qur'anic Literacy, and Islamic Character and Habituation.

Secondary 7-9Ages 12-14Cambridge Lower Secondary
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The first Islamic school in Makassar to officially use an international (Cambridge) curriculum.

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Achievements in the last three years in religious, academic, sporting and other fields.

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Curriculum pillars: Cambridge, the Indonesian National Curriculum, Tahsin and Tahfidz (Qur'an recitation and memorisation) with the Ummi method, and Character Building and Life Skills.

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Age categories, AY 2027-28

Secondary age categories

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

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Secondary 7-9, ages 12-14

LevelAgeDate of birth
Secondary 712 years1 October 2014 - 30 September 2015
Secondary 813 years1 October 2013 - 30 September 2014
Secondary 914 years1 October 2012 - 30 September 2013

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Curriculum

The Secondary curriculum

International CurriculumCambridge Assessment International Education
Indonesian National CurriculumShaping students of Pancasila character
Tahsin and TahfidzUmmi method (Ummi Foundation)
Character Building and Life SkillsBuilding habits of worship and good character
The Cambridge Pathway at Al Madinah The Cambridge Pathway spans ages 3 to 19. At Al Madinah Islamic School Makassar, it runs continuously across the following three levels.
  • Cambridge Early YearsPlaygroup and Kindergarten
  • Cambridge PrimaryPrimary 1-6
  • Cambridge Lower SecondarySecondary 7-9
Cambridge Pathway: an educational pathway from age 3 to 19, from Cambridge Early Years and Cambridge Primary through Cambridge Lower Secondary and Cambridge Upper Secondary to Cambridge Advanced

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Cambridge Dual Pathway and International Benchmarking

The Cambridge Checkpoint (Lower Secondary) curriculum in the Core subjects of Mathematics, Science and English, to develop critical thinking and problem solving.

Cambridge Global Perspectives and Service Learning

Community service projects, such as waste management and village literacy.

National subjects

  • Pancasila Education
  • Religious Education and Character
  • Indonesian Language
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Physical Education, Sport and Health (PJOK)

Cambridge subjects

  • Math
  • Science
  • English
  • IT
  • Global Perspective
Illustration of lesson-hour allocation for Primary and Secondary

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Secondary Flagship Programmes

Secondary flagship programmes

A student reading the Qur'an on a rehal (book stand)
Religious

Tahfiz and Qur'anic Literacy (TQL)

A memorisation target of at least 2 juz over the lower secondary years, combined with understanding of meaning (tadabbur).

Female students praying in congregation and listening to a study session in the prayer room
Character

Islamic Character and Habituation (ICH)

Congregational Dhuha, Dhuhr and Asr prayers (salah), Sunnah fasting, and assessment through a character report card.

Cambridge

Cambridge Dual Pathway

Cambridge Checkpoint (Lower Secondary) for Mathematics, Science and English.

Global Perspectives and Service Learning

Community service projects, such as waste management and village literacy.

Graduate Profile, Vision and Mission

The direction of Secondary education

Secondary Graduate Profile

  • Firm in faith (aqidah)
  • Memorisation of at least 2 juz and selected surahs
  • Islamic and global outlook
  • Critical, analytical and creative thinkers who are globally competitive
  • Strong literacy and numeracy
  • Strongly tolerant, with a sense of national identity
  • Putting knowledge into practice for the benefit of others
  • Independent, communicative and collaborative

Secondary Vision

To be an Islamic educational institution of international standard that produces a God-conscious (rabbani) generation of noble character (akhlak karimah): critical thinkers who are adaptable, innovative and able to compete globally.

Secondary Mission

  1. To nurture faith (aqidah), worship (ibadah) and noble character (akhlak karimah) grounded in the Qur'an and the Sunnah in everyday life.
  2. To integrate the national and international curricula to strengthen academic competence, international language skills and global competitiveness.
  3. To develop students' Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS), creativity and collaboration.
  4. To provide facilities and a learning ecosystem that support safe scientific exploration rooted in Islamic values.
  5. To develop foreign language skills, literacy, numeracy and creativity, and to apply learning material in connection with real-life situations.

Facilities

Comprehensive learning facilities

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

New Innovation: New Facilities, Coming Soon

We are preparing the construction of additional school buildings.

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Daily Activity

Secondary 7-9 daily schedule

TimeActivity
07.00-07.30Drop Off Time
07.30-08.00Morning Activity
Time to be confirmedLearning Process
09.20-09.40Dhuha Prayer
09.40-10.40Tahfidz/UMMI
Time to be confirmedRecess I
11.00-13.00Learning Process
13.00-13.40Recess II
13.40-15.40Learning Process
15.40-16.00Ashar Prayer
16.00-16.30Homeroom Time
16.30-17.00Pick Up Time

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Welcome message

Welcome message from the Academic Director

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Junaid Kalu Baco, S.S., Academic Director

Academic Director

Assalamu鈥檃laikum 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

Admissions

School Fees Information, AY 2027-28

Please note that school fees for AY 2027-28 are provided directly by our Admissions team, so that they match your child's level. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to ask. We are happy to help! 馃槉

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FAQ

Questions about Secondary

Which Secondary year will my child enter, based on their year of birth?

Secondary 7 is for children born 1 October 2014 - 30 September 2015, Secondary 8 for those born 1 October 2013 - 30 September 2014, and Secondary 9 for those born 1 October 2012 - 30 September 2013.

Which Cambridge curriculum is used in Secondary?

Cambridge Lower Secondary, with Cambridge Checkpoint in the Core subjects of Mathematics, Science and English, together with Cambridge Global Perspectives and Service Learning. The Cambridge subjects are Math, Science, English, IT and Global Perspective.

What is the Qur'an memorisation target in Secondary?

Through the Tahfiz and Qur'anic Literacy (TQL) programme, the memorisation target is at least 2 juz over the lower secondary years, combined with understanding of meaning (tadabbur).

How is character developed in Secondary?

Through Islamic Character and Habituation (ICH): congregational Dhuha, Dhuhr and Asr prayers, Sunnah fasting, and assessment through a character report card.

What time does the Secondary school day end?

Drop Off Time is 07.00-07.30 and Pick Up Time is 16.30-17.00, after Ashar Prayer and Homeroom Time.

How much are the school fees?

School fees for AY 2027-28 are provided directly by our Admissions team. Please contact Admin using the Chat button. We are happy to help!

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