Collaboration between Oxford University and the Indonesian SPK School Association to Realize World Class Education

2023-10-27 16:59:16

IN an exciting event entitled ‘Positive education: Creating school environments where students thrive’, three leading entities, Oxford University Press, the Indonesian SPK School Association and the British Embassy in Jakarta, joined forces in an effort to underline their dedication to enriching the British educational experience for students throughout Indonesia.

Director General of Early Childhood Education, Basic Education and Secondary Education of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology Iwan Syahril stated that he believes the Oxford International Curriculum and OxfordAQA International Qualifications introduced by Oxford University Press will enrich and complement the Merdeka Curriculum, supporting the approach education
comprehensive and inclusive.

“The Ministry wholeheartedly welcomes our international partners and stakeholders who are dedicated to improving the quality of school governance, teaching and learning in Indonesia,” said Iwan in a statement received, Friday (27/10).

Meanwhile, British Ambassador to Indonesia Dominic Jermey said that his party was happy to express support for Indonesian educational institutions in realizing world-class education through the provision of a high-quality British curriculum.

“Designing, developing and implementing curricula and qualifications that enable students to progress to the next stage in their education and careers is a core area of ​​expertise for the UK, and I look forward to fostering more partnerships with Indonesian education institutions,” he said.

Head of Global Partnerships at Oxford University Press, Luke Sweetman, said he was very pleased to be able to collaborate with the Indonesian SPK School Association in this important effort. According to him, Oxford University Press has a long-term commitment to education and developing student readiness for the future.

“Together with the Indonesian SPK School Association, this event aims to provide a platform for educators, school administrators and policy makers to share and learn from each other’s experiences and expertise,” he said.

Chairman of the Indonesian SPK School Association, Haifa Segeir, emphasized that the Indonesian SPK School Association is dedicated to developing a comprehensive educational environment that prioritizes student welfare.

“Our collaboration with Oxford University Press represents a significant step towards creating a brighter future for Indonesia’s young generation. We believe that by working together, we can achieve better results and contribute to the overall well-being of our students,” said Haifa.

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Oxford University Press is a department of the University of Oxford, introducing a holistic approach for students aged 2 to 19 years by prioritizing student wellbeing, which includes the Oxford International Curriculum and OxfordAQA International Qualifications.

This innovative approach supports the vision of the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture-Ristek which is supported by very high dedication to fostering student welfare as the most important part of the learning experience. The introduction of the Oxford approach coincides with the dynamics of transformation occurring in the Indonesian education sector.

Since 2019, Indonesia has embarked on a journey of educational reform. The Merdeka Belajar initiative has played an important role in shaping a new educational paradigm in the country by introducing a new emphasis on student autonomy, digital literacy, and a more dynamic, student-centered learning experience.

In light of these changes, Oxford is proud to support the evolving needs of students and educators in Indonesia. As the world of education evolves, Oxford is moving beyond traditional teaching approaches to create an environment where students can build lifelong learning skills to achieve success.

This forward-thinking approach prepares students not only to achieve academic excellence but also instills the skills and attitudes needed to thrive in an ever-changing world.

The main focus of the Oxford approach is building a strong foundation with the Oxford International Curriculum. Oxford International Curriculum, which was first introduced globally in 2021 and can now be accessed by many schools in Indonesia, as well as more than 100 educational institutions throughout the world.

The curriculum has been designed to provide wellbeing across all teaching and learning processes and to develop global skills and attitudes through all core subjects, from the early years to lower secondary school.

Then OxfordAQA International Qualifications produces the best students around the world. OxfordAQA International GCSEs and A-Levels, carefully aligned to British standards, are specifically designed to meet the unique needs of international students.

In addition, the Oxford International Curriculum and OxfordAQA International Qualifications support a bold vision for education reform in Indonesia, providing broad support to schools, students and parents, with special emphasis on developing student well-being. (RO/I-1)