Pelangi Indonesia School, an initiative of the Indonesian-Australian community in New South Wales, began its journey in early 2011 under the organisation Indonesian-Australian Families Association of New South Wales Incorporated (IAFA Inc.).
Promoted by pioneers such as Jon Soemarjono (†) and Amrizal Zein (†), Sekolah Indonesia Pelangi stands as an answer to the need for Indonesian language and cultural education in Australia. Also involved were Mrs. Gustinia Dauner, Mr. Ruslan Pandapotan and Mrs. Epy Djulianti.
Thanks to the hard work of the volunteers and the support of the community, the school has grown into a solid educational institution.
School Principle Epy Djulianti, one of the founder of Pelangi Indonesia School.
Supported by the New South Wales government since 2012, Sekolah Indonesia Pelangi has become home to hundreds of students from a variety of backgrounds. With a curriculum tailored to NSW education standards, the school not only teaches Indonesian, but also enriches students' understanding of Indonesia's rich culture.
SBS Indonesian spoke with Ms Epy Djulianti, Head of Pelangi Indonesia School.
As Principal, Epy Djulianti, explained that the main goal of the school is to preserve Indonesian language and culture amidst Australia's multicultural society with diverse ethnic, linguistic and religious backgrounds.
2024 Minister's Awards in Excelent Student Achievement.
By adopting the Indonesian K-10 Syllabus (2018) curriculum from the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), the school ensures that students receive an education that is quality and relevant to Australian education standards.
The students not only learn the language, but also experience first-hand the beauty of Indonesian culture through a variety of exciting extracurricular activities, such as music and traditional dance.
Angklung performance by Pelangi Indonesia School students and teachers at Wollongong Culture Mix 2025.
In its operation for more than 10 years, Sekolah Indonesia Pelangi is supported by a number of volunteer teachers who are very dedicated in teaching Indonesian language and culture.
