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The International School of Choueifat – Amman is located in Amman, Jordan, at Wadi Essir 11810 (P.O. Box 316). The campus sits along the Airport Road corridor and is accessible by Amman's main routes. The school serves both Jordanian and international families from a diverse range of backgrounds.
ISC-Amman offers education from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school first opened in 1997 serving this whole range, and continues to provide continuity from early years to pre-university level.
The school is a private, co-educational, English-medium, independent day school. It does not advertise boarding facilities; there are no boarding options listed for ISC-Amman.
The school provides diagnostic testing for placement and offers additional learning support options for students who are behind academically. Services include a six-week Summer School, Special Lessons for targeted subjects, and Full-Special Classes, all available at extra cost.
No formal country affiliation is listed for ISC-Amman. It is located in Jordan and runs within the SABIS network.
ISC-Amman has no religious affiliation listed in its official materials. It presents itself as an English-medium, secular day school.
The school day typically runs from 8:00 to 17:00, Sunday to Thursday, with a shorter Saturday schedule (approximately 8:30 to 13:00). Friday is a day off.zeiten may vary by grade level.
A public bus service publication for ISC-Amman is not published on the school's official materials. Families generally arrange transportation, and the campus provides contact details for inquiries. The address and contact information are published for parent communication, but no dedicated transport details are listed.
Day school. No boarding.
Cafeteria offers nutritious meals. Students may bring meals. A kiosk sells sandwiches and fresh fruit at break.
Private, independent day school. Member of the SABIS Network.
ISC-Amman is a non-selective, English‑medium, K–12 school (ages 3+ to 18+) in the SABIS network, educating around 1,000 students from about 25 nationalities. The curriculum is the SABIS Educational System, delivered with the SABIS Point System and the SABIS AMS tracking to monitor progress and close learning gaps. On graduation from Grade 12, students earn the SABIS High School Diploma after completing five compulsory subjects plus two electives, and all graduates receive a globally recognized diploma. The program supports external exam pathways, including AP, Cambridge A‑Levels, and IGCSE; Jordan's MOE regulations permit sitting for one standardized exam. Beginning in Grade 9, two streams—AP Level and Cambridge-based tracks—are offered within the core curriculum, with university counseling starting in Grade 9.
The SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) is the heart of ISC‑Amman and is a student‑led mini‑society that empowers students to engage in daily school life, offering academic, social, and emotional benefits for all involved. The SLO comprises nine departments, including Academic, Discipline, Wellness, Activities, Outreach, and Social Responsibility, which collectively support students' development beyond the classroom. The Academic Department provides peer tutoring, academic competitions, study groups, and shadow teaching to bolster learning confidence, while the Discipline Department runs bullying‑prevention campaigns to maintain a safe school environment. The SLO is integrated into the timetable as a weekly period, ensuring regular opportunities for activities and skill development. The Wellness Department promotes a healthy lifestyle and supports students' emotional and social wellbeing as part of the SLO's broad wellbeing focus.
Special Academic Support is described as a pathway for students who are academically behind, with placement determined by diagnostic tests. Students entering Grade 1 and above are assessed to determine placement, and those behind academically are rarely refused; they may receive one of several solutions at extra cost. Available options include Summer School (six weeks), Special Lessons (extra periods in a subject), and Full‑Special Classes (accelerated programs). ISC‑Amman is described as non‑selective, co‑educational, and English‑medium, and is not presented as a specialist SEN institution. The site does not publish specific SEN categories or a formal list of SEN provisions beyond these options.
ISC‑Amman is an English‑medium school. The School Profile notes English as a Second Language as an IGCSE subject, indicating ESL is accommodated within the curriculum. Public materials do not describe a dedicated EAL support program beyond English‑medium instruction, though ESL appears as an exam subject within the IGCSE framework. The absence of a specifically described EAL department or programme is not publicly disclosed beyond these points.
Wellness is a formal focus within the SABIS Student Life Organization, with the Wellness Department dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle for students and staff. The SLO includes an Academic Department that supports learning alongside a Discipline Department that runs bullying‑prevention campaigns to foster a safe and respectful environment. The nine SLO departments collectively contribute to social and emotional development, leadership, empathy, and resilience through activities, events, and campaigns. The SLO period is embedded in the weekly timetable to ensure regular engagement with wellbeing activities.
Public ISC‑Amman materials describe wellbeing and student life supports (SLO, counseling) but do not publish a standalone safeguarding or child‑protection policy in these public materials. Counseling is listed as a school service, and SLO departments include Welfare‑related functions, suggesting an embedded approach to student welfare without a separate published safeguarding policy. For families seeking safeguarding specifics, the available public material does not provide a dedicated policy text.
1. Schedule a visit to ISC-Amman. The school strongly recommends booking an appointment to visit the campus, meet with staff, and see the school in action. This helps families understand the environment and ask questions about programs and admission criteria.
2. Application and required documents. There is no application deadline; admissions are accepted on a space-available basis throughout the school year. To start the process, submit the completed Application Form along with documents including three passport photos, a certified copy of the birth certificate, previous school reports, a Medical Clearance Form with vaccination records, a copy of the family book (Jordanians only), copies of the student's passport and parents' residency permits, and copies of the parents' passports. For Grades 4–12, a Certificate of Good Conduct is also required. A joining fee is charged to initiate the admission process. Appointments for diagnostic testing are arranged after registration and initial payment are submitted.
3. Testing/diagnostic assessment. Provided that the application and initial payment are made, students applying for admission sit for an evaluation by ISC staff. Grades 1 and above sit for a diagnostic test as part of the admission process, and the results are used to determine placement. Appointments for diagnostic testing are arranged by the admission officer once the registration is complete.
4. Admission decision. Admission decisions are made after careful evaluation of the candidates, with results of diagnostic testing and previous school records considered on a case-by-case basis. Additional criteria include motivation, social and emotional development, willingness to work hard, and the school's ability to accommodate the candidate's needs. A final admission decision cannot be made without the requested documents. Once accepted and the required fees are paid, a place for the student is reserved.
5. Enrollment and seat reservation. Upon acceptance and payment of the required fees, a place for the student is reserved. This step completes the admissions process and secures the student's enrollment for the upcoming term.
No formal scholarship program is described for ISC-Amman.
Admissions are offered on a space-available basis throughout the school year. There is no publicly described waitlist or pool system; decisions depend on current space availability.
The Amman Baccalaureate School is located on Al Hijaz Street in the Dabouq area of Amman, Jordan. The mailing address is PO Box 441, Sweileh 11910. The campus is in western Amman and is served by ABS's own transportation network for students and staff.
ABS is organized into three divisions: Primary School (KG–Grade 6) offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP); Middle School (Grades 7–10) following the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP); and the IB College (Grades 11–12) which offers the IB Diploma Programme. The IB College is housed in a dedicated facility designed for Grades 11–12, with the middle and primary sections located on campus.
ABS is a co-educational, private day school. It has no boarding facilities.
ABS provides tailored support for learners with additional educational needs (AEN) through an AEN department and an Access and Inclusion Policy. The school uses a Waves of Intervention model (Wave 1: inclusive quality teaching; Wave 2: targeted support; Wave 3: specialized support) with personalised plans (IEPs) and collaboration with families; in-class support and external referrals are used as needed.
ABS identifies as a Jordanian, non-profit institution.
There is no formal religious affiliation. ABS is non-denominational. Public descriptions indicate no specific church or faith ownership of the school.
ABS operates a full-day schedule aligned to IB requirements. The school day typically begins around 8:00 am and runs Sunday through Thursday, with periods varying by division (7 periods for primary. 7–8 periods for middle and IB college). After-school supervision and activities are available.
ABS owns 21 modern buses providing transportation for students and staff. Bus service is available depending on area and bus capacity, with options for full-year or semester usage and prioritized seating for pre-paid round trips. Buses are equipped with seat belts, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, onboard cameras, and tracking. A Head Driver oversees operations, with ABS maintaining a dedicated garage and two mechanics for daily maintenance.
ABS uses a formal school uniform for all students. The uniform includes a formal shirt and tie, with grey or charcoal trousers or a skirt; shirts must be buttoned at the collar when wearing the tie, and the PE kit is a black T‑shirt with a house color. Uniforms are sold at FORM & AL-UM on Taghreed Street, Sweifieh.
ABS operates on-site cafeterias across the campus: IB College Cafeteria – Blue Fig; Middle School Cafeteria (The Village) – Blue Fig; Primary School Cafeteria (The Hive) – Crums; Sports Complex Cafeteria – Blue Fig. Menu details and dietary options are not specified on ABS pages.
ABS maintains a house system. In the Middle Years and beyond, each student is assigned to a Mentor Group and a House, with House activities and wellbeing programmes; there is also a Student Council and a Student Voice.
ABS is governed by a Board of Trustees; the Chair is HRH Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan. The school is a Jordanian, non-profit institution.
Amman Baccalaureate School (ABS) is an IB World School in Amman offering a bilingual Arabic–English education. The Primary Years Programme (IBPYP) is offered for Kindergarten through Grade 6, implemented within an inquiry-based framework centered on the IB learner profile. In Grades 7–10, ABS follows the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), with bilingual instruction and a mix of compulsory and option subjects such as Arabic Language and Literature, English, Mathematics, Arabic/French/Spanish, Sciences, Design and ICT, Arts, Religious Studies, and Physical Education. The Senior School (Grades 11–12) provides the IB Diploma Programme (full DP) or Diploma Courses, and the Career-related Programme (CRP). Full DP requirements include CAS, Theory of Knowledge, and the Extended Essay, and students can pursue Jordanian Tawjihi equivalence by meeting MOE requirements published in the IB College handbook.
ABS provides a dedicated Counselling and Wellbeing Department offering Psychological Counselling, Career Counselling, and University Counselling. Specialist staff serve each school stage: Primary KG1-5 is supported by Sajidah Shamaileh; Middle Years by Hala Hamad; and the IB College by Rasha Jazi; there are three full-time University Counsellors: Suha Talhouni (Director of University Counselling), Hanan Qubrosi, and Eric Wight. The department follows a Comprehensive Guidance and Counselling model to support students' academic, personal, and social development, including individual and group appointments and partnerships with families and community institutions. Confidentiality is respected, and in serious safeguarding matters the Safeguarding Officer or Deputy Safeguarding Officer is informed confidentially, in line with ABS's Child Rights framework (ABS Deceleration of Child Rights). The wellbeing program is implemented through Mentor Groups and a House system, overseen by the Deputy Head (Wellbeing) and the Wellbeing Team, with encouragement for students to participate in cultural, sporting, and service activities.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution. Publicly available information describes counselling and wellbeing and a bilingual IB-aligned program, but does not specify any SEN support services or dedicated SEN staff.
English as an Additional Language support is delivered through a bilingual education approach. ABS provides bilingual education in Arabic and English, and most Grades 7-10 students study bilingually in the IB Middle Years Programme. In Primary School, a bilingual programme includes Arabic Language and English Language with Arabic as the language of instruction, and additional languages such as Spanish or French are offered in Grades 4-6. There is no separate EAL department named. Language support is integrated via the bilingual IB framework rather than a standalone EAL programme.
Mental wellbeing is supported through the Counselling and Wellbeing Department, which provides Psychological, Career, and University Counselling. Specialists operate by school phase: Sajidah Shamaileh (Primary), Hala Hamad (Middle Years), and Rasha Jazi (IB College), with three full-time University Counsellors: Suha Talhouni, Hanan Qubrosi, and Eric Wight. The department follows a Comprehensive Guidance and Counselling model and offers confidential services, including individual and group sessions and coordination with families and community partners.
Safeguarding is overseen by a Safeguarding Officer and Deputy Safeguarding Officer, with confidential referrals for serious safeguarding matters. Confidentiality is observed as part of ABS's safeguarding framework, described as in line with ABS Deceleration of Child Rights. Procedures for safeguarding referrals and reporting are integrated with counselling and the wider school support system.
Step 1: Initiate the application through ABS's online admissions portal. An Administration Fee of 100 JOD is payable at the time of application and is non-refundable. For Primary applications, payments can also be made at the HRH Princess Sarvath El Hassan Welcome Center during Sunday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. The Admissions team is available to answer questions as you begin the process.
Step 2: Complete the required assessments and interviews. Admission tests and interviews assess mathematics skills and proficiency in the languages of instruction (English and Arabic), with a note that International Students starting Grade 6 may have a language accommodation. The school emphasizes a bilingual program and ensures applicants can participate fully in the ABS curriculum. Language proficiency in both English and Arabic is important for the process.
Step 3: Expect potential references and verification. ABS reserves the right to contact an applicant's previous schools for confidential references. Assessment results and interview outcomes are the governing factors for admission from KG1 onward. You may be asked to provide prior records to support the application.
Step 4: If demand exceeds places, your child will be placed on a waiting list. Applicants are listed in order of date of application, with priority governed by the Admissions Department's policies. The policy aims to manage placement fairly when spaces are limited.
Step 5: If a place is offered, proceed with entry enrollment. The Enrollment Fee is 1,500 JOD and is payable upon confirmation of entry (non-refundable). The school also notes that the Enrollment Fee is distinct from other fees and secures entry into ABS.
Step 6: For existing ABS families, a seat reservation may be required to secure a seat for the next academic year. The Seat Reservation Fee is 1,000 JOD, due by January 31, 2026, and is deductible from the tuition fee. If the fee is not paid, ABS reserves the right not to guarantee a seat for the next year.
Step 7: Arrange tuition payment according to the stated schedule. Total tuition fees are due by March 31, 2025, with options to pay the full annual amount or via three post-dated cheques dated 31 March 2025, 30 September 2025, and 31 January 2026 (or as otherwise accepted). ABS reserves the right to offer seats to waiting list candidates if payments are not received by the due date.
Step 8: Be aware of Additional Learning Needs and related fees. If a student requires a fully modified curriculum for Additional Educational Needs, an extra charge of 30% will be added to tuition. Separate Assessment Fees apply (KG1–KG2: 175 JOD; Grades 1–9: 325 JOD; SSS assessments: 75 JOD). These costs cover the necessary supports and specialized services.
Step 9: Understand withdrawal terms. If you withdraw after January 31, 2026, the Seat Reservation Fee becomes non-refundable. If withdrawal occurs during the academic year after fees have been paid, one month's fee (calculated as 1/9 of the tuition) is due for each month or partial month of notice not given. This ensures a clear, orderly transition.
ABS offers academic merit scholarships and financial assistance distinct from general tuition. The Academic Scholarship Programme recognises outstanding results for Grades 7–10 and provides a 20% tuition discount for eligible Year‑to‑Year students; awards are made by the Academic Scholarship Committee at the end of each academic year and are not automatically renewable except that Grade 11 scholarships can roll over to Grade 12 if disciplinary standards are exemplary. Eligibility includes maintaining a minimum overall average (6.7 or higher), strong behavior, and active participation in enrichment programs; there is no formal application process, as the committee selects recipients. Renewal requires maintaining the same academic standard and exemplary conduct, with possible discretionary adjustments in exceptional cases. The scholarship is applied retrospectively at the start of the new academic year. BEF scholarships and the Financial Assistance Programme provide additional support: BEF-funded bursaries and the Financial Assistance Programme are available to attract and retain high‑quality entrants and to support existing families who have been enrolled for at least one year.
ABS uses a waiting list rather than a pool system. When application numbers exceed the number of places available at a grade level, applicants are placed on a waiting list in order of the date of application. Priority is determined by the Admissions Department's policies, which guide how seats are allocated as spaces become available. This means earliest applicants have a higher likelihood of entry as vacancies arise.
LFIA operates on two campuses in Amman. The primary campus is at 13 Al-Iftikhar Street, Deir Ghbar, and the secondary campus is on Al-Yadoodeh, Airport Road. The Deir Ghbar site hosts Nursery and Elementary, while the Airport Road site houses Secondary. The two campuses serve different age groups within the same school system.
LFIA serves pupils from 2 to 18 years old (TPS to Terminale). It is organised into Nursery (early years), Elementary (primary), and Secondary (which comprises Middle School and High School).
LFIA is a French international school operating under the AEFE network. It runs across two campuses in Amman and serves students from nursery through to high school.
Not publicly disclosed. The school serves around 620–626 students in Amman (TPS to Terminale), reflecting an international community. It is part of the AEFE network, which spans 138 countries.
LFIA provides inclusive education through a dedicated Ecole Inclusive service available across both sites. It supports students with Special Educational Needs (EBEP), including AESH and staff training, with an induction for new students and targeted French-language support (FFL).
LFIA is affiliated with the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE) and is recognised by the Jordanian Ministry of Education. It is part of the AEFE network of schools worldwide.
There is no stated religious affiliation; the school operates with humanist values (tolerance, equality, intellectual curiosity) as part of its approach.
Nursery hours align with school hours of 8:00–13:48. Primary (Grade 1–3) runs 8:00–13:48, and Grade 4–5 runs 8:30–14:15. Secondary operates 8:30–15:20 or 16:20, depending on the timetable.
The bus and shuttle services are optional and offered subject to availability within defined zones (Zone A and Zone B). Zone A covers routes to Deir Ghbar and to the High School; Zone B covers additional areas. Annual and one-way fares apply (e.g., Bus Zone A to Deir Ghbar: 771 JOD/year or 616 JOD one-way; Zone B to Deir Ghbar: 878 JOD/year or 702 JOD one-way; to High School: Zone A 771/616; Zone B 979/738; Shuttle Primary–High School 491/year or 247 one-way).
The school is approved by the French Ministry of National Education and provides uninterrupted education from nursery to the baccalaureate. It follows the French curriculum and uses teachers seconded from the French national education system or trained with AEFE accreditation. It is under agreement with the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE), and is recognized by the Jordanian Ministry of Education. It is part of the AEFE network, which supports schools with ongoing staff training, innovative educational policy, operating and investment grants, and scholarships; LFIA benefits from AEFE support like other network schools (in a global network of 566 establishments across 138 countries).
The school offers the French national curriculum through AEFE, educating students from nursery to terminale, i.e., ages 2 to 18. It is AEFE-approved and recognized by the Jordanian Ministry of Education. The instruction is in French, with Arabic and English taught as additional languages, English starting in KG2, and a digital workspace supporting learning. Arabic, English, Spanish and German are taught by specialist teachers, and students can sit internationally recognized exams such as Cambridge (primary and lower secondary), IELTS (upper secondary), and DELE (Spanish) or CIMA (Arabic). Non-French-speaking students receive targeted support (FFL) with induction and intensive French courses; the French baccalaureate is internationally recognized and enables admission to Jordanian universities and study abroad.
LFIA has a dedicated Well-being and Personal Development Manager to oversee student wellbeing and to promote an inclusive school culture. A formal Ebep (Education for Students with Special Educational Needs) referent coordinates student support and liaises with families and staff to implement individualized plans such as PPRE, PAP, PAIs, and PPS when needed. The school provides on-site health support through an on-site nurse at both the primary and secondary levels, ensuring access to basic medical care and health-related accommodations. An extracurricular activities coordinator supports student life and helps promote social engagement through after-school activities and clubs. The school also publicly advertises the Well-being role as part of its commitment to student development and a positive school climate.
LFIA operates an inclusive School Inclusive Pôle dedicated to optimizing support for students with special educational needs (EBEP). The EBEP service covers students from the nursery to the terminale across the two campuses and provides access to individualized support structures. The school implements PPRe, PAP, PAI, and PPS through collaboration with families and teachers to address learning difficulties, health needs, and disabilities. An EBEP referent coordinates assessment and programming, organizes regular meetings with parents and professionals, and trains staff in inclusive practices. AES/AESH training and roles are part of the school's approach to supporting students with additional needs. The environment emphasizes equity and accessibility, with anti-discrimination and safeguarding policies to create an inclusive climate.
English is a compulsory language across LFIA, with 2 to 4 hours of English instruction per week depending on the class. The school offers Cambridge examination preparation for the lower secondary level and IELTS preparation for the upper secondary level. English instruction begins in the early years (English starts in KG2 in the elementary cycle), and French remains the primary language of instruction while Arabic and English are taught as additional languages. A third modern language (Spanish or German) is compulsory from the 5th grade (collège). While general English language instruction and exam preparation are described, a dedicated EAL program or EAL-specific staff are not publicly disclosed on the site.
Mental wellbeing is supported through LFIA's wellbeing infrastructure, including the Well-being and Development Personal Manager and the EBEP framework for socio-emotional support. The Well-being role includes offering socio-emotional support and organizing inclusion-focused training for staff. The EBEP referent coordinates support for students in difficulty and works with families to implement appropriate plans, contributing to a nurturing school environment. On-site nurses contribute to students' physical and health-related wellbeing across levels. The school's inclusive stance and its safeguarding commitments further reinforce a climate intended to foster student wellbeing and participation.
LFIA operates an Inclusive School Pôle with explicit safeguarding and inclusion policies to ensure a safe, respectful climate for all students. Anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies are in place and actively implemented to protect students. The Référent EBEP coordinates safeguarding-related processes, connecting families, teachers, and professionals to ensure appropriate support for students with diverse needs. On-site nurses handle health-related safeguarding tasks and manage medical needs, including coordination with staff on individualized plans where relevant. The school's engagements stress ongoing training, collaboration with families, and partnerships to safeguard students' well-being and education.
Step 1: To register your children at LFiA, log in to the Eduka registration portal. A tutorial is available to help you log in. Registration is completed through the Eduka portal for submitting applications and receiving updates. Step 2: Review the tuition fees for the appropriate school level: Primary, Middle School, or High School. A registration fee of 1,280 JOD is due when the child first registers. Tuition and transportation fees can be paid on an optional annual or monthly basis; otherwise, payments are made per trimester with 40% from September to December, 30% from January to March, and 30% from April to June. Step 3: Bus and shuttle services are optional and offered within defined zones (Zone A and Zone B). The published rates cover transportation from home to the schools. Other expenses include compulsory school insurance (9 JOD per year per child) and, for secondary, costs associated with books and exam registrations; consult the Financial Regulations for details. The two campuses are Primary (Deir Ghbar) and High School (Airport Road).
The school offers fee assistance for French families in the form of school scholarships and Excellence-Major scholarships for the brightest foreign students wishing to pursue higher education in France.
