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Early Year 1 – Science: Melting Ice Experiment

Early Year 1 – Science: Melting Ice Experiment

EY1 students explored polar bears and the Arctic through a fun, hands-on activity. They sang “A Big White Bear” and talked about the polar bear’s white fur, learning how it keeps them warm and hidden in the snow. After watching a video about the Arctic, students explored ice and tried melting it with hot and

Secondary Level: Open House Day 2

Secondary Level: Open House Day 2

FIS Secondary Level recently held an engaging day 2 Open House, welcoming prospective parents and showcasing the breadth and depth of student learning process. The session aimed to provide a comprehensive look at the school’s programs, emphasising the meaningful learning activities and impactful collaboration that defines the Secondary experience. The lively and active atmosphere made

Primary Event: Memperingati Hari Batik Nasional

Primary Event: Memperingati Hari Batik Nasional

Focus Independent School memperingati Hari Batik Nasional dengan memakai baju tradisional dan pakaian bernuansa batik. Pada hari Kamis, 2 Oktober 2025, seluruh guru, siswa dan staff FIS serentak mengenakan baju tradisional sebagai wujud nyata dalam berpartisipasi dalam memeriahkan Hari Batik Nasional. Peringatan ini menjadi momen istimewa bagi sekolah, karena melalui kegiatan sederhana seperti memakai baju

Primary 2 – Bahasa Indonesia: Infografis Cara menyebrang dengan Zebra Cross

Primary 2 – Bahasa Indonesia: Infografis Cara menyebrang dengan Zebra Cross

Dalam pelajaran Bahasa Indonesia, siswa P2 belajar mengenal rambu-rambu lalu lintas dan cara menyeberang jalan yang benar sesuai dengan aturan 4T, yaitu ‘Tunggu sebentar, Tengok kanan, Tengok kiri, dan Tengok kanan lagi’. Siswa P2 belajar cara menyeberang yang benar dengan mengamati gambar yang berhubungan dengan ‘Zebra Cross’. Mereka mengamati gambar dan teks singkat berjudul ‘Menyeberang

Nursery – Fine motor: Transferring dry and liquid material

Nursery – Fine motor: Transferring dry and liquid material

As part of the “The World Around Us” theme, Nursery students engaged in a hands-on exploration with pebbles and water—two elements commonly found in our environment. In this activity, students practiced spooning pebbles and pouring water from jugs into bottles.  Both pebbles and water offer rich opportunities to stimulate fine motor skills. Through the spooning activity, students

Early Year 2 – Science: Exploration on Recycle Paper

Early Year 2 – Science: Exploration on Recycle Paper

EY2 students were introduced to the concept of recycling paper through a simple hands-on experiment. To begin the session, the teachers divided the class into four groups, with each group consisting of five students. Every group received some used paper and an empty bottle as their main tools. The first task was to tear the

Nursery – Bahasa Indonesia: Belajar Huruf Vokal

Nursery – Bahasa Indonesia: Belajar Huruf Vokal

Masih dalam tema The World Around Us, siswa Nursery melakukan kegiatan eksplorasi menyenangkan sambil belajar mengenal huruf-huruf vokal dalam Bahasa Indonesia. Dalam kegiatan ini, mereka diajak menjelajahi area playground untuk mencari kerikil-kerikil yang telah diberi tanda huruf vokal: a, i, u, e, dan o. Setelah berhasil mengumpulkan kerikil-kerikil tersebut, siswa kemudian dikenalkan pada huruf yang tertera

Toddler – English: Game time

Toddler – English: Game time

Playing games is a fun and effective way for toddler students to learn many things at once. One of the activities is the vocabulary card memory game. Through this game, the children review the thematic vocabulary they have learned while also practicing how to understand and follow simple rules. Their enthusiasm shows that the learning

Secondary 1 – Chemistry: State of Matter

Secondary 1 – Chemistry: State of Matter

In Secondary 1, students were introduced to fundamental concepts in natural science, including the study of chemistry. One of the core topics at this level is the States of Matter. This foundational concept is essential for understanding a wide range of natural phenomena and chemical processes, and it serves as a critical stepping stone for

Early Year 2 – Bahasa Indonesia: Petugas Kebersihan Siap Beraksi!

Early Year 2 – Bahasa Indonesia: Petugas Kebersihan Siap Beraksi!

Siswa EY2 diajak belajar membaca frasa sederhana melalui proses pengolahan sampah. Pertama, guru menayangkan video tentang bagaimana sampah diproses hingga sampai ke tempat pembuangan akhir. Setelah itu, siswa diajak melakukan permainan peran menjadi petugas kebersihan: ada yang menjadi pengangkut sampah yang mengambil sampah kertas bertuliskan frasa sederhana, serta sebagai sopir truk menggunakan mainan alat transportasi.

Secondary Level: Open House Day 1

Secondary Level: Open House Day 1

FIS Secondary Level recently hosted its annual Open House, welcoming prospective parents interested in the school’s programs. The session thoroughly introduced the curriculum, emphasising its dedication to meaningful learning activities and impactful student work that extends into real-world applications. The event reinforced the school’s commitment to delivering learning with tangible future relevance. A highlight of

Secondary 3- Chemistry: Periodic Table

Secondary 3- Chemistry: Periodic Table

Learning for chemistry, particularly the periodic table of elements, can be both challenging and enjoyable for third-grade students. One effective way to understand this material is by creating element posters. This project enables students to explore each element in greater depth while developing their creative and analytical skills. The aim of this learning is for

Early Year 1 – Entry Point: Animal Rescuer

Early Year 1 – Entry Point: Animal Rescuer

EY1 students began their Animal Rescuer theme through an engaging entry point filled with real-life experiences. On the first day, they dressed for a mild climate and explored a “mini forest”, encountering animals from the jungle and grassland. On the following day, wearing warm clothing, they stepped into an “artificial polar zone” and learned about an urgent

​MP2 – Break the Routine: Sport Day – Responsibility in Action

​MP2 – Break the Routine: Sport Day – Responsibility in Action

Selasa, 24 September 2025, siswa Primary 3 dan Primary 4 mengikuti rangkaian kegiatan Sport Day yang berlangsung di sekolah dan Stadion Manahan. Dengan mengusung tema Responsibility, kegiatan ini dirancang untuk melatih sikap tanggung jawab dan perilaku hidup sehat yang berkelanjutan. Kegiatan diawali dengan senam bersama untuk membangkitkan semangat sekaligus menjaga kebugaran. Kegiatan senam dipimpin oleh

Primary 4 – Flag Ceremony: Hari Kesaktian Pancasila

Primary 4 – Flag Ceremony: Hari Kesaktian Pancasila

Pada hari Rabu, 1 Oktober 2025, FIS menyelenggarakan upacara bendera dalam rangka memperingati Hari Kesaktian Pancasila. Kegiatan ini diikuti oleh siswa Primary 3, 4, dan 6 sebagai peserta, dengan siswa Primary 4 bertugas sebagai petugas upacara. Mereka menjalankan peran dengan penuh semangat dan kedisiplinan, mencerminkan nilai-nilai luhur yang terkandung dalam Pancasila. Proses latihan dilakukan selama

Toddler – Entry Point: Dinosaur Detectives

Toddler – Entry Point: Dinosaur Detectives

The adventure began as students were invited to become jungle explorers. Teachers asked the students to compare their own footprints with the giant dinosaur tracks they discovered. Together, they followed the footprints to the playground, where a mysterious egg was waiting to be found. With great excitement, the toddlers carried the egg back to the

Secondary 3 – OLP: The journey to be impactful learners

Secondary 3 – OLP: The journey to be impactful learners

Secondary 3 students participated in an engaging Outdoor Learning Program (OLP) at Kampus Kopi in Banyuanyar, Boyolali. The program introduced them to a wide range of hands on activities, combining environmental education, critical thinking and real-life problem solving. The first activity was the cattle farm, where students observed and learned about the process of dairy

MP3 – Break the Routines: Sport Day

MP3 – Break the Routines: Sport Day

Sport Day was a joyful and energetic event that brought together all P5 and P6 students for a day of movement, teamwork and friendly competition. The day began with a lively group exercise session led by several enthusiastic P6 students. Held in the Multifunction Court, the exercise involved all students and teachers, creating a fun