Green School Bali
International School in Ubud
Quick answer
Green School Bali, founded by John and Cynthia Hardy in 2008, is a wall-less bamboo-campus IB World School in Ubud serving ages 3 to 18. The school pioneers sustainability-driven education, blending the IB framework with project-based learning that produced alumni-led movements such as Bye Bye Plastic Bags. Endorsed by Jane Goodall and Ban Ki-moon, accredited by IB and CIS, with tuition $11,700-$15,400.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, Other taught at Green School Bali.
- Tuition: $11,700–$15,400/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IB, CIS verified.
Waitlist likely
IB, CIS
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $11,700 – $15,400 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $15,050(+11%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $16,550 |
| Cost position in Ubud | 100th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Internationally famous bamboo-campus school on the Ayung River near Ubud. IB Diploma + project-based experiential learning. Waitlist is common in primary years. Significant hidden costs (capital levy, building fund).
IB, Other
moderate
Recommended neighborhoods
Sibang Kaja, Ubud center, Penestanan
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Internationally famous bamboo-campus school on the Ayung River near Ubud. IB Diploma + project-based experiential learning. Waitlist is common in primary years. Significant hidden costs (capital levy, building fund).
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