The visitation activity by assessors from the National Accreditation Board for Early Childhood Education and Non-Formal Education (BAN-PDM) was conducted at TK Al Siddiq International on Monday, 29 September 2025. The event took place at the Al Siddiq International School building and involved all key elements of the school community, including the headteacher, teachers, the school committee, education supervisors, and representatives from the Early Childhood Teachers Association (IGTK). This visitation was part of the assessment and accreditation process aimed at ensuring the quality of education in early childhood institutions.
The main purpose of this visitation was to directly evaluate various aspects of educational implementation at TK Al Siddiq International — from planning to classroom instruction. Through this process, BAN-PDM assessors were able to observe how well the institution meets the national standards for early childhood education, while also providing constructive feedback for quality improvement. The assessors were responsible for verifying the data previously submitted by the school and ensuring that the documentation aligned with actual practices observed in the field.
The activity began at 7:00 a.m. with a review of the daily lesson planning documents prepared by the teachers. From 8:00 to 11:00 a.m., the assessors conducted classroom observations to monitor the teaching and learning process. On that day, students participated in Art, Literacy, and Science lessons, showcasing the school’s application of thematic and interactive learning methods.
Following the classroom observations, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon, the school held a brief welcoming ceremony attended by the headteacher, school director, teachers, the school committee, education supervisors, and IGTK representatives. As a gesture of appreciation and respect, the school presented the assessors with symbolic souvenirs. The session was followed by a break for prayers and lunch from 12:00 to 1:15 p.m.
The visitation resumed at 1:15 p.m. with an interview session between the assessors and the teachers, lasting until 4:00 p.m. During this session, the assessors gathered in-depth information regarding teaching practices, challenges faced by teachers, and innovations implemented within the classroom. From 4:00 to 5:00 p.m., the assessors presented their findings, provided feedback, and officially concluded the visitation.
The entire activity ran smoothly, warmly, and with a strong spirit of collaboration between the school and the assessors — reflecting TK Al Siddiq International’s commitment to maintaining and enhancing the quality of early childhood education.
By Inka Amalia, S.Pd