Academics

Academics

Academics

Educational Pathway

At Global Cahaya Bangsa School, education is envisioned as a continuous journey that nurtures intellectual curiosity, character, and excellence at every stage. From the early years through to graduation, GCB provides a seamless, holistic progression that empowers students to grow confidently, think critically, and lead purposefully.

This framework ensures that each phase of a student’s education builds upon the last, offering age-appropriate challenges that inspire inquiry, independence, and lifelong learning. Guided by world-class educators and an innovative curriculum, GCB’s educational pathway shapes students into compassionate, forward-thinking leaders for success in higher education and the global stage.

Early Years

Early Years

Nurturing Foundations

Nurturing Foundations

The Early Years Programme at Global Cahaya Bangsa School marks the beginning of a joyful and purposeful learning journey. Designed to nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence, this stage emphasises learning through play and discovery in a safe, inspiring environment. Through bilingual immersion in English and Bahasa Indonesia, children will develop communication skills while engaging in sensory and creative exploration. Character development is central — discipline, confidence, and empathy are cultivated through routines, collaboration, and encouragement. By the end of this stage, each child is equipped with the curiosity, resilience, and emotional readiness to transition seamlessly into primary school.

Key Focus Areas

Key Focus Areas

Play-Based Learning

Play-Based Learning

Play-Based Learning

Bilingual Immersion

Bilingual Immersion

Bilingual Immersion

Sensory & Creative Exploration

Sensory & Creative Exploration

Sensory & Creative Exploration

Early Literacy & Numeracy

Early Literacy & Numeracy

Early Literacy & Numeracy

Elementary School

Elementary School

Building Core Competencies and Character

Building Core Competencies and Character

Upon entering the Elementary School stage, students are immersed in a curriculum designed to strengthen core competencies and inspire intellectual curiosity. Emphasis is placed on literacy, numeracy, and scientific inquiry, developing strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills through engaging, hands-on learning. The programme blends the Indonesian National Curriculum with the Cambridge International Curriculum, ensuring a rigorous and globally relevant education. The integration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) encourages creativity, innovation, and critical thinking through practical, project-based experiences. Character education also remains central, nurturing responsibility, collaboration, and leadership within a supportive and inspiring environment. Through these experiences, students gain a deeper sense of purpose within both the GCB community and the wider world.

Key Focus Areas

Key Focus Areas

Literacy and Numeracy

Literacy and Numeracy

Literacy and Numeracy

STEAM Themes

STEAM Themes

STEAM Themes

Character Education

Character Education

Character Education

Bilingual Communication

Bilingual Communication

Bilingual Communication

Junior High School

Junior High School

Navigating Transition and Deepening Understanding

Navigating Transition and Deepening Understanding

The Junior High School stage at Global Cahaya Bangsa School serves as a crucial bridge toward independent and self-directed learning. The curriculum challenges students to think critically, analyse complex information, and form sound, reasoned judgements. Digital literacy and problem-solving are strengthened through technology integration and project-based learning, while research skills are introduced to build academic rigour and curiosity. Through the Cambridge International Curriculum, students gain a broadened global perspective and exposure to diverse academic standards. STEAM education deepens at this level, encouraging creativity and interdisciplinary exploration through hands-on, inquiry-driven projects, while character formation continues to be a cornerstone — nurturing integrity, empathy, and accountability. Students are guided to act ethically, engage meaningfully with their communities, and develop the confidence and independence needed to thrive in both their academic and personal growth.

Key Focus Areas

Key Focus Areas

Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking

Digital Fluency

Digital Fluency

Digital Fluency

Scientific Exploration

Scientific Exploration

Scientific Exploration

Cultural Reflection

Cultural Reflection

Cultural Reflection

Senior High School

Senior High School

University Preparation and Global Leadership

University Preparation and Global Leadership

The Senior High School programme at Global Cahaya Bangsa School is designed to prepare students for entry into leading universities in Indonesia and around the world. The curriculum combines the Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level qualifications with the Indonesian National Curriculum, ensuring that students exceed both national and international academic standards. Learning at this stage is driven by research-based STEAM projects, where students apply critical thinking, creativity, and innovation across scientific, technological, artistic, and mathematical disciplines. These experiences refine their analytical skills and foster an advanced level of intellectual independence. Beyond academics, students are encouraged to take on leadership and community roles, developing confidence, empathy, and responsibility. Through this holistic approach, GCB equips its graduates with the knowledge, character, and global readiness needed to excel in higher education and contribute meaningfully to the world.

Key Focus Areas

Key Focus Areas

Cambridge IGCSE & A-Levels

Cambridge IGCSE & A-Levels

Cambridge IGCSE & A-Levels

Academic Depth

Academic Depth

Academic Depth

Career & University

Career & University

Career & University

Global Awareness

Global Awareness

Global Awareness

Comprehensive Assessment

At Global Cahaya Bangsa (GCB) School, assessment is not merely a measure of achievement — it is a continuous dialogue of growth. Our approach transcends traditional grading, offering a holistic, multi-dimensional understanding of each student’s academic, social, and emotional development. Designed to promote curiosity, reflection, and continuous improvement, this framework empowers learners to demonstrate mastery in diverse and meaningful ways.

Formative Assessment: Guiding Daily Growth

Formative assessment forms the core of GCB’s learning philosophy, seamlessly embedded into everyday classroom interactions. It provides immediate, actionable feedback that allows both students and teachers to refine learning strategies in real time.

Daily Feedback
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Regular, constructive feedback—verbal or written—guides students in strengthening comprehension and refining their approach to tasks.

Portfolios
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Curated collections of essays, creative projects, and self-assessments that document intellectual progress and personal growth.

Observations
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Teachers continuously observe how students think, collaborate, and solve problems, offering insight into both cognitive and social-emotional development.

Presentations
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Frequent opportunities for students to present their work enhance communication skills and allow educators to gauge understanding, reasoning, and confidence.

Daily Feedback
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Regular, constructive feedback—verbal or written—guides students in strengthening comprehension and refining their approach to tasks.

Portfolios
+

Curated collections of essays, creative projects, and self-assessments that document intellectual progress and personal growth.

Observations
+

Teachers continuously observe how students think, collaborate, and solve problems, offering insight into both cognitive and social-emotional development.

Presentations
+

Frequent opportunities for students to present their work enhance communication skills and allow educators to gauge understanding, reasoning, and confidence.

Daily Feedback
+

Regular, constructive feedback—verbal or written—guides students in strengthening comprehension and refining their approach to tasks.

Portfolios
+

Curated collections of essays, creative projects, and self-assessments that document intellectual progress and personal growth.

Observations
+

Teachers continuously observe how students think, collaborate, and solve problems, offering insight into both cognitive and social-emotional development.

Presentations
+

Frequent opportunities for students to present their work enhance communication skills and allow educators to gauge understanding, reasoning, and confidence.

Summative Assessment: Demonstrating Mastery

Summative assessments provide a comprehensive evaluation of student achievement at the conclusion of each unit or academic stage. Designed with precision and purpose, these assessments affirm students’ command of knowledge, skills, and conceptual depth.

School Examinations
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Internally developed to align with our refined curriculum, these exams measure both comprehension and advanced application of learning outcomes.

Cambridge Examinations
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As part of the prestigious Cambridge network, students sit for internationally benchmarked assessments that prepare them for elite universities and future global careers.

School Examinations
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Internally developed to align with our refined curriculum, these exams measure both comprehension and advanced application of learning outcomes.

Cambridge Examinations
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As part of the prestigious Cambridge network, students sit for internationally benchmarked assessments that prepare them for elite universities and future global careers.

School Examinations
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Internally developed to align with our refined curriculum, these exams measure both comprehension and advanced application of learning outcomes.

Cambridge Examinations
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As part of the prestigious Cambridge network, students sit for internationally benchmarked assessments that prepare them for elite universities and future global careers.

Project-Based Assessment: Applying Knowledge to the Real World

Beyond written examinations, GCB places profound emphasis on project-based learning — a transformative approach that cultivates creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving through authentic, hands-on experiences.

Exhibitions
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Students present research, artistic works, and innovations, articulating their process and insights to an engaged audience.

Research Projects
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In-depth explorations of topics of personal interest strengthen analytical, investigative, and presentation skills.

STEAM Innovations
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Interdisciplinary challenges unite science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics in the creation of tangible, meaningful solutions.

Self & Peer Evaluations
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Students critically reflect on their own work and that of their peers, fostering metacognition, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Exhibitions
+

Students present research, artistic works, and innovations, articulating their process and insights to an engaged audience.

Research Projects
+

In-depth explorations of topics of personal interest strengthen analytical, investigative, and presentation skills.

STEAM Innovations
+

Interdisciplinary challenges unite science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics in the creation of tangible, meaningful solutions.

Self & Peer Evaluations
+

Students critically reflect on their own work and that of their peers, fostering metacognition, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Exhibitions
+

Students present research, artistic works, and innovations, articulating their process and insights to an engaged audience.

Research Projects
+

In-depth explorations of topics of personal interest strengthen analytical, investigative, and presentation skills.

STEAM Innovations
+

Interdisciplinary challenges unite science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics in the creation of tangible, meaningful solutions.

Self & Peer Evaluations
+

Students critically reflect on their own work and that of their peers, fostering metacognition, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualified Teachers

At Global Cahaya Bangsa School, our faculty is carefully selected through a rigorous process designed to attract teachers who are not only academically accomplished but also deeply passionate about student-centred learning. Each member embodies integrity, empathy, and a genuine dedication to inspiring excellence.

Our teaching community combines local insight with international expertise, offering students diverse perspectives and global best practices. Beyond recruitment, GCB invests continuously in the professional development of its educators, ensuring they remain at the forefront of educational innovation.

Mentor Programme
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New educators are paired with experienced mentors who provide guidance on pedagogy, classroom management, and student engagement, ensuring a seamless transition into GCB’s academic culture.

Action Research
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Teachers engage in reflective inquiry to analyse and enhance their own teaching practices, grounding innovation in evidence-based approaches.

Professional Learning Communities
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Collaborative groups that bring educators together to exchange ideas, evaluate strategies, and design solutions that elevate learning outcomes.

Industry Attachments
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Immersive experiences that expose teachers to real-world industries, enriching their teaching with practical relevance and insight.

Conference Participation
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Ongoing support for attendance at leading educational events ensures teachers remain informed, inspired, and connected to global trends.

Mentor Programme
+

New educators are paired with experienced mentors who provide guidance on pedagogy, classroom management, and student engagement, ensuring a seamless transition into GCB’s academic culture.

Action Research
+

Teachers engage in reflective inquiry to analyse and enhance their own teaching practices, grounding innovation in evidence-based approaches.

Professional Learning Communities
+

Collaborative groups that bring educators together to exchange ideas, evaluate strategies, and design solutions that elevate learning outcomes.

Industry Attachments
+

Immersive experiences that expose teachers to real-world industries, enriching their teaching with practical relevance and insight.

Conference Participation
+

Ongoing support for attendance at leading educational events ensures teachers remain informed, inspired, and connected to global trends.

Mentor Programme
+

New educators are paired with experienced mentors who provide guidance on pedagogy, classroom management, and student engagement, ensuring a seamless transition into GCB’s academic culture.

Action Research
+

Teachers engage in reflective inquiry to analyse and enhance their own teaching practices, grounding innovation in evidence-based approaches.

Professional Learning Communities
+

Collaborative groups that bring educators together to exchange ideas, evaluate strategies, and design solutions that elevate learning outcomes.

Industry Attachments
+

Immersive experiences that expose teachers to real-world industries, enriching their teaching with practical relevance and insight.

Conference Participation
+

Ongoing support for attendance at leading educational events ensures teachers remain informed, inspired, and connected to global trends.