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Summit International Academy is on Husn Road in Irbid, Jordan. Established in 2011, it offers three program streams—the American Program with the American High School Diploma, the British BTEC Program, and the National Program—alongside a Kindergarten division. The curriculum spans American, BTEC, and Jordanian national standards, with core subjects such as Applied Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering, Astrophysics, and Anthropology in the American track, and BTEC in Applied Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering, and Astrophysics. The school serves ages 4 to 18, across a full K–12 continuum, and emphasizes practical learning, technology, and language proficiency. Facilities include advanced science and ICT laboratories, well-equipped libraries, KG play areas, art studios, music rooms, and multipurpose halls. The campus features a heated indoor swimming pool with lessons and water-safety programs, on-site basketball and volleyball courts, football fields, and technology-enabled classrooms. A distinctive feature is its integrated multi-track approach across American, British, and National programs.
Summit International Academy has 1,200 pupils, typical class sizes of 6, instruction in English, Arabic.
Location
Located on Husn Road in Irbid, Jordan. The campus sits on a main road in the Irbid area. The postal address is P.O. Box 100 and the postal code is 21210. Address: Husn Road, Irbid, Jordan.
Stages
Kindergarten; American Program; British Program (BTEC); National Program.
Type
International school offering multiple program streams (American Program, British Program (BTEC), National Program).
Country affiliation
The school is in Jordan.
Academics
Summit International Academy teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), BTEC Qualification, Jordanian Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.
Curriculum
The school has American Program, British Program (BTEC), National Program, and Kindergarten. The American High School Diploma is offered. Core Subjects include Applied Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering, Astrophysics, and Anthropology. The BTEC program includes Applied Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering, and Astrophysics.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school fosters a safe, inclusive environment and emphasizes values and character development to support confident, compassionate learners.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing support is provided through a School Counselor as part of Student Services, with a safe, inclusive environment for students.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Rolling admissions and planning window: Summit School follows a rolling admissions policy designed to ensure fair access for all applicants while giving priority to currently enrolled students, their siblings, and children of staff members. The admission cycle for new students typically begins in mid-March and continues until early April, with official admission decisions communicated to families by mid-April. Applications submitted after this period may still be considered, depending on the availability of seats. 2. Where to obtain and submit forms: Application forms can be obtained from the School Administration Office and submitted to the Admissions Team to initiate the process. 3. Interviews and assessments by grade: All applicants to Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary stages must complete an interview with the School Principal or an assigned staff member, depending on the student's grade level. Students applying for Grades 2 to 6 are assessed for their English language proficiency, while applicants for Grades 7 to 12 sit for a multi-subject entrance examination. These assessments help understand each student's readiness and support a successful transition into the Summit School learning environment. 4. Timelines, decisions, and policy notes: Admission is competitive, and parents are encouraged to contact the school for detailed information about timelines, requirements, and available places. Application Deadlines include Standard Application Deadline August 1; Notification of Missing Documents Mid-August; Decision Released By Mid-August; Student Reply Date September 1. For Restrictive Early Action, the pattern is August 1; Mid-August notifications and a September 1 reply. For Regular Decision, the pattern is August 10; Mid-September notifications and a September 1 reply. SIA reserves the right to evaluate an application and render a final decision even if all pieces of the application have not been received. 5. Next steps and contact: The Registration Office can be reached at +962 2 7012001 or +962 79 1017707, and is located on Husn Road, Irbid, Jordan; office hours are Sun-Thu 8 AM – 2 PM and Saturday 9 AM – 1 PM.
FAQs
Where is Summit International Academy located and how can I reach it?
Summit International Academy is on Husn Road in Irbid, Jordan, located on a main road in the Irbid area. The postal address is P.O. Box 100, 21210. You can contact the Registration/Finance Office at info@sia.edu.jo or +962 2 7012001.
What ages does Summit IA serve and what programs are available?
The school serves students aged 4 to 18, covering a full K–12 continuum with a Kindergarten division. It offers three program streams: the American Program (with the American High School Diploma), the British BTEC Program, and the National Program.
How would you describe Summit IA's structure and approach?
It is a co-educational, privately owned international school that runs an integrated multi-track approach across American, British, and National programs on one campus.
What is the admissions process and the typical timeline for new students?
Summit IA uses rolling admissions. The main intake window runs from mid-March to early April, with admission decisions usually communicated by mid-April. All applicants have an interview, and Grades 7–12 entrants take a multi-subject entrance exam.
Are tuition and other fees published publicly, and how are they communicated?
Public materials do not publish a numeric tuition schedule by grade or term, nor a published application fee. The Finance Office provides the full fee schedule and payment terms during enrollment.
How can I get specifics about fees or payment options?
For detailed fee information and payment arrangements, contact the Registration/Finance Office at info@sia.edu.jo or +962 2 7012001; mobile +962 79 1017707. The office hours are Sun–Thu 8 AM–2 PM and Saturday 9 AM–1 PM.
What curricula and diploma options does Summit IA offer?
Summit IA offers three program streams: the American Program (American High School Diploma), the British BTEC Program, and the National Program, along with a Kindergarten division.
Which subjects are emphasized in the American and BTEC tracks?
In the American track, core subjects include Applied Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering, Astrophysics, and Anthropology. The BTEC track focuses on Applied Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering, and Astrophysics.
What is the overall academic focus beyond exam results?
The school emphasizes practical learning, technology, and language proficiency, aiming to develop critical thinking and real-world problem-solving across programs.
What sports and other facilities does the campus offer?
On campus you'll find a heated indoor swimming pool with swimming lessons and water-safety programs, as well as basketball and volleyball courts and football fields.
What academic and creative facilities are available on site?
The campus includes fully equipped science laboratories, a dedicated ICT laboratory, a well-resourced library, KG play areas, indoor activity zones, art studios, music rooms, and multipurpose halls.
Are there spaces dedicated to events and student life?
Yes, multipurpose halls host events and a range of extracurricular activities, supported by the campus's arts, sports, and cultural facilities.
What extracurricular opportunities and clubs are available?
Summit IA offers dynamic extracurricular programs and student clubs, with Arts & Culture options that include Recreation and Wellness, Museums, and Performing Arts, alongside other campus activities.
Does the school have leadership or alumni programs?
Yes. The school maintains an Alumni Association that provides mentoring, networking opportunities, alumni events, and lifelong-learning programs with exclusive benefits.
What wellbeing resources exist beyond academics?
Campus Life includes Recreation and Wellness programs, Cardinal Athletics, and BeWell initiatives to support physical activity and overall wellbeing.
What mental-health support is available for students?
A School Counselor is part of Student Services and provides mental wellbeing support within a safe, inclusive environment.
How does Summit IA approach safeguarding and student protection?
The school describes itself as a safe, inclusive environment; specific safeguarding policies are not listed publicly.
Is there information on EAL or SEN support?
Public data does not publish details on EAL or SEN services; the language program includes bilingual instruction in selected subjects and an English emphasis in the secondary stage.
Is boarding offered at Summit IA?
The campus includes a residential campus, but there is no publicly published boarding fee schedule or detailed boarding arrangements.
Who owns and governs Summit IA?
Summit International Academy is privately owned by its founders. Summit Schools in Irbid were established in 2011 with private investment from the founders.
