In most Western countries, Scouts is a voluntary after-school club. In Indonesia, it is a mandatory extracurricular for all students under the Kurikulum 2013 . Activities include:

Primary education in Indonesia is compulsory for all children between the ages of 7 and 15. Elementary school (SD) typically lasts for six years, and students learn basic subjects such as Indonesian language, mathematics, science, and social studies. Junior high school (SMP) lasts for three years and provides students with a more comprehensive education, including subjects like English, physics, and chemistry.

The pivotal moment for a student comes with the National Exam (UN) and, more importantly, the . These are high-stakes university entrance exams.

Most public schools begin the week (Monday) with a flag-raising ceremony. Students wear the standard uniform:

Despite progress in recent years, the Indonesian education system still faces several challenges, including: