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Downtown Beirut, Wadi Abou Jmil Street, Beirut, Lebanon. The school is located in the heart of downtown Beirut.
Educational guidance and a school psychologist are available.
Lebanon
The school uniform includes a school shirt and dark blue pants or jeans that are adjustable and comfortable, preferably without shoelaces. On days with physical education, students wear the PE uniform (T-shirt, shorts, jacket, pants) and a pair of tennis shoes. Dresses, skirts, sandals, jewelry, accessories, nail polish, colored pants and high-heeled shoes are not allowed; girls should have their hair tied, and boys with long hair should have their hair tied. If a student is not in the appropriate uniform, parents supply the uniform and the student may not attend class until compliant.
Hot meals for lunch are available through the Food Service; parents may subscribe via the Admissions Office and preload a prepaid card, with meals ordered the previous day before 12:00 noon. If not subscribing, parents may send a healthy lunch (sandwiches, fruits, vegetables) and water; candy and junk foods are not allowed. Water is provided in the playground; fresh juice and milk may be brought in boxed containers; glass containers are prohibited.
Ahliah School is private, independent, not-for-profit, and inclusive. Governance includes a board; references to the Head of Division, Principal, or Board indicate a board-involved governance structure.
Curriculum aligned with Ahliah Standards, largely adopted from Common Core; English is the language of instruction for core subjects (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Art); Lower School language arts include English, Arabic, and French.
Global Citizenship at Ahliah develops open-minded individuals through opportunities to appreciate diversity and communicate in more than one language. The program fosters citizenship and engagement in local, regional, and global issues. It nurtures the values of respect, compassion, responsibility, collaboration, and conflict resolution. It emphasizes understanding and advocating human rights, social justice, and equity. It recognizes and appreciates different cultures, languages, heritage, beliefs, and environments, and develops the ability to engage productively with others in a diverse world.
Academic support and remedial programs are provided when appropriate. Parents will be notified of any support or remedial programs their child might need. Ahliah does not encourage private tutoring; teachers are not allowed to give private tutoring for Ahliah students. Tutors are to communicate with parents and teachers at the school for student assistance. The school caters for the individual needs of students.
Language arts include English, Arabic, and French. English is used for instruction in English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Art, and Physical Education. Classical Arabic is used for Arabic teaching.
Ahliah Lower School provides a safe environment to develop cognitive, social, and emotional skills. Character Education is part of the school's approach to wellbeing. Global Citizenship support fosters respect, compassion, and collaboration. The mission is to nurture self-confidence, creativity, joy for learning, and collaborative work within a diverse environment.
Ahliah has a Child Protection Policy and adheres to it. Health and Safety are prioritized; the school includes a nurse on site and defined health care procedures. The school has an insurance policy covering accidents on campus and during field trips. In case of accidents, a report is sent home the same day with details. Medication is administered only with written parent consent and under the nurse's supervision. Bullying is not tolerated and a grievance policy and procedure are in place to address concerns about misconduct.
Lebanon; Mount Lebanon, Aramoun, Ras-El Zaytoun
Primary Years Programme (PYP) in Early Years through Grade 5; Middle Years Programme (MYP); Diploma Programme (IB DP); Lebanese Program; American High School Program
IB World School
Inclusion & Learning Diversity Coordinator and learning support teachers oversee inclusion; students may be admitted to the Inclusion & Learning Diversity Department; tuition varies on a case-by-case basis
Bus service covers Beirut and the eastern and southern suburbs, including Aramoun and Bchamoun. Parents can track routes via HIS phone app, with notifications for pickup and drop-off
Uniform includes: 2 short sleeve polo shirts, 2 long sleeve polo shirts, 1 sweater, and a full PE outfit; details to be announced.
A cafeteria menu serves breakfast, snack, and lunch. Older students can enroll in this service or abide by the health office's food policy.
Governed by a Board of Trustees.
HIS offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum across the school: Primary Years Programme (PYP) in Elementary, Middle Years Programme (MYP) in the middle years, and the Diploma Programme (DP) in the secondary level. The PYP is designed for ages 3–12 and uses an inquiry-based approach with six trans-disciplinary units; language and mathematics run through the units, and Islamic Studies, Art, Physical Education, Learning Resources Techniques, and ICT are part of the program. The MYP serves students aged 11–16 (Grade 6 to Grade 10) and is organized into eight subject groups—language and literature, language acquisition, individuals and societies, sciences, mathematics, arts, physical and health education, and design—with additional offerings in Islamic Studies, French, and Turkish; the programme emphasizes approaches to learning, global contexts, and interdisciplinary connections, including student action projects. The DP is a rigorous two-year pre-university track where students choose six subjects from different groups and complete the core: Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service, aiming to prepare students for universities locally and internationally. In addition to IB programmes, HIS offers the Lebanese Program and the American High School Program, with bilingual instruction in Standard Arabic and English and language offerings including French and Turkish.
The Diploma Programme develops analytical skills, research abilities, and a global perspective, and is designed to prepare students to excel in higher education at leading universities locally and internationally.
The Counseling Office promotes a safe and healthy environment for students. The Social Emotional Learning (SEL) program is at the core of the counseling office and is implemented across all grade levels to promote psychological health, resilience, educational outcomes, and overall psychological wellbeing. SEL is a process taught through individual or group-based activities. The counseling office follows up on students' emotional well-being and designs intervention plans when needed, meeting with students regularly as needed and coordinating with parents and out-of-school specialists to ensure a comprehensive and consistent action plan.
The Special Rights Department ensures equal and fair education for students with special rights and inclusion. The department examines student needs and constructs an individualized educational plan (IEP) and provides pull-out sessions and in-class support. Currently, the policy lists needs such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (mild), Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and other physiological difficulties that may affect progress. Parents have the right to enroll or opt out, with a liability form if they choose not to participate. The policy also notes expansion plans to include services like speech therapy, psychomotor psychotherapy, and behavioral modification interventions.
HIS operates a bilingual program where Standard Arabic and English are languages of instruction. The school relies on a co-teaching model with Arabic and English homeroom teachers working together. language practices are designed to develop students' reading, writing, speaking, listening, viewing, critiquing, and presenting across the curriculum. The language policy outlines language development stages across lower elementary to secondary classes, emphasizing language as a vehicle for thought, self-expression, and social interaction.
The Counseling Office emphasizes emotional well-being as part of its mission to support safe and healthy student development. The SEL program supports psychological health, resilience, and wellbeing across all grades. The office follows up on emotional well-being and designs intervention plans when needed. Counseling staff meet with students regularly and coordinate with parents and outside specialists to ensure a comprehensive, consistent action plan.
HIS is committed to a safe school environment free from bullying. The anti-bullying policy identifies behaviors that qualify as bullying and outlines the complaint procedure. The Code of Conduct promotes a safe environment in which students learn, feel valued, and develop responsibility for their behavior. The Physical, Social, and Psychological Safety Committee maintains a physically, psychologically, and emotionally safe environment, observes safety across buildings and playgrounds, and organizes safety and awareness campaigns.
1. The school is an International Baccalaureate (IB) world school licensed through the Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE). The school serves the educational needs of the local and international community in Beirut and its suburbs. Admissions policy ensures proper admission procedures with transparent, fair, and consistent criteria and requirements. Admissions are open to all students who can benefit from a bilingual international education and whose academic, personal, social, and emotional needs align with HIS programs and services.
The Admissions Office confirms vacancy for the grade level requested or adds the applicant to the waiting list.
ACS Beirut is in the Manara neighborhood of Beirut, Lebanon, located near the Mediterranean Sea. The campus address is 67 Nigeria Street, Jal El-Bahr (P.O. Box 11-8129, Riad El Solh, 1107-2260 Lebanon), and it serves the city of Beirut with an international community of students. The school community includes around 30 nationalities.
Bright Beginnings Daycare; Early Childhood; Elementary School; Middle School; High School.
Independent private coeducational day school.
Lebanon; The Lebanese Ministry of Education accredits ACS Beirut.
No religious affiliation; ACS Beirut enrolls students without regard to religious beliefs.
Students arrive at school before 8:00 am. Pre-School dismisses at 1:25 pm; Elementary, Middle, and High School dismiss at 3:15 pm.
ACS Beirut offers a bus service for 2025-26 with three round-trip lines (Line A, Line B, Line C). Line A serves Achrafieh, Mina El-Hosn, Ras El-Nabee, Mazraa, Ramlet El-Baida, Verdun, Hamra, Rawsheh, Bir Hassan, Jnah, Forn El-Chibak, Sin El-Fil, and Chiyah; Line B serves Mansourieh, Hazmieh, Jal El-Dib, Antelias, Jdaideh, Baabda, and Lwaizeh; Line C serves Dawha, Jiyeh, Rmayli, Awkar, and Rabieh. The bus fee is paid in USD in two installments, with the first payment due upon registration and the second due by January 2026; refunds and cancellations apply under the stated terms.
Students follow a dress code: shirts must be collared with logos no larger than a pocket, shoulders covered, and midriff/back concealed; no tank tops; pants worn at the waist and in good condition; skirts/shorts/dresses must reach fingertip length when arms are at the side; athletic wear restricted except ACS athletic shirts/shorts; tights allowed if opaque and covered; footwear must be appropriate for school and PE. Staff dress professionally, with semi-formal attire expected for some functions.
Weekly and monthly menus are provided for the cafeteria and canteen.
The school is governed by a Board of Trustees with a Heads of School leading the administration; there is a Parents Committee; the Board includes a President of the AA/ACS Board of Governors.
The school offers three diploma pathways in high school: International Baccalaureate (IB), Lebanese Baccalaureate, and American Diploma. In Grades 9–10, the school introduces students to high school coursework with an inquiry-based approach and the Harkness method across subject areas. In Grades 11–12, students choose one of the three diploma pathways to chart a focused path toward university. The school emphasizes clubs, community service, and arts initiatives through cross-divisional student-led activities and mentoring. University preparation is supported by University Counseling, PSAT/SAT testing, MaiaLearning college planning, and university visits, with 100% of graduates matriculating to four-year universities.
The student-teacher ratio is 6:1. The High School average class size is 17.
The school provides University Counseling to help students identify best-fit universities. It offers PSAT/SAT testing, MaiaLearning college planning, and university visits to support applications. All graduates matriculate to four-year universities.
Gifted and Talented is considered in admissions; there is a Gifted and Talented designation on the application.
Counseling services are an integral part of ACS. The SEL Counseling Program places emphasis on an integrative SEL approach aligned with the American School Counselor Association and the International School Counselor Association. It uses a proactive, student-centered, global approach to work with students, parents, and teachers from PreK through 12. Counselors provide prevention and interventions, help students develop executive functioning and interpersonal skills, offer individual, group, and family counseling, run parent and student workshops, manage transitions, and coordinate with Learning Support Services and the College Counselor to link families with ongoing therapy and community supports.
The Learning Support Team enhances the learning experiences of students with diagnosed learning challenges who can attend regular classes with minimal support. They help students develop study habits, time management, organization, and self-advocacy; develop support plans that build on strengths; and coordinate with teachers, parents, and outside professionals to implement intervention strategies. They use a diverse range of assessments, including NWEA MAP and WIDA, to identify needs, target support efficiently, and monitor progress. They cannot provide individualized educational plans (IEP) or modify the curriculum for individual students.
The English Language Learning (ELL) program enables students whose first language or prior language of instruction is not English to develop language skills and study at grade level. The ELL program is offered in grades 1–5; in grades 6–12, ELL is offered on an as-needed basis. The ELL team identifies students through proficiency assessment, provides differentiated support, and regularly reports progress to parents. An ELL Specialist plans and delivers the ELL services, which may include individual or small group instruction.
Promoting health and well-being is a vital component of ACS Student Services, taking a holistic approach to physical, mental, and emotional well-being. School nurses collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to provide a safe and supportive learning environment, promote health education, manage chronic diseases, conduct health screenings, respond to crises, support mental health, and monitor nutrition services and physical education. ACS has three certified registered nurses on campus during regular hours, two health centers fully equipped with medications and first-aid supplies, and an on-site doctor available three times per week.
ACS Beirut has adopted a Child Protection Policy based on international law, Lebanese law, and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child of which Lebanon is a signatory, with key articles on protection from abuse and sexual exploitation. ACS partners with local institutions such as Himaya and AUBMC to support safeguarding. The school provides age-appropriate personal safety lessons for all grade levels, information sessions for parents, and annual faculty training on safeguarding. The Safe Schools program and related safeguarding resources are in use, along with a Code of Conduct and additional materials.
1. Begin the online application. The Online Application Form takes about 30-40 minutes to complete in one sitting, provided that the documents are scanned and ready for upload. ACS enrolls students without regard to race, creed, national origin, gender, or religious beliefs. A non-refundable 105 USD application fee is charged. 2. Prepare the required documents. The required documents include full academic records (transcripts for the past three years; translations if not in English) and MAP test results if applicable. Identification documents include the student's passport, Lebanese ID or a recent civil status record, a recent passport-sized photo, and a birth certificate for Early Childhood. Recommendation forms are requested via the online application; specialist reports are required if applicable; Non-Lebanese Program Applicants must provide equivalency documentation from the Lebanese Ministry of Education. 3. Submit the application and await notification. After all parts are submitted and the fee is paid, the admissions committee reviews the application and will notify with either a letter of acceptance, a letter of regret, or a letter confirming a place in the wait pool until spots are available. 4. Admissions timeline and outcomes. The 2026-2027 admissions calendar exists and updates will follow the stated timeline. After the review, notifications are issued with acceptance, regret, or wait pool placement; stay informed about the calendar for timing of communications.
The Scholarships Fund helps ACS maintain a strong and diverse student body. Named Scholarships provide need-based support to outstanding students from communities across Lebanon. Named Scholarships enable qualified students from underserved communities to be successful in ACS programs and to add to the diversity of the community. The Palestinian Scholarships Fund provides scholarships to Palestinian refugee youth to help them achieve their full potential.
The school maintains a wait pool for applicants. After the online application is submitted and the fee paid, a place in the wait pool may be offered until spots become available.
Eastwood International School Beirut is located on Sami Solh Street, Mansourieh el Metn, Beirut, Lebanon. The campus is part of the Beirut metropolitan area and is accessible by road. Parking is available at the campus.
IB-PYP Early Years, IB-PYP Elementary, IB-PYP French Section, IB-MYP Middle School, IB-DP Program, American High School, and Lebanese Program.
Private international IB World school and IB Continuum school offering programs from IB-PYP to IB-DP, as well as an American High School and a Lebanese Program.
Study Clinic provides extra academic support through after-school activities.
Lebanon
Bus Services operate minibuses that seat 10-12 students; travel time between campus and Beirut is typically 30 to 45 minutes; buses are inspected and maintained for safety, and a bus monitor is provided on some buses; NavLeb provides real-time bus data to parents via a mobile app.
The school has professionally catered meals prepared in a central ISO 22000-certified kitchen and delivered to campus daily. Meal plans are offered in half or full packages, with options to customize; a cafeteria on campus provides items à la carte and dietary restrictions or allergies can be accommodated.
The school is part of Eastwood Schools, founded by Amine Michel Khoury in 1973. It operates multiple campuses and is IB World School authorized for PYP, MYP, and DP since 2016 and Cognia-accredited.
Eastwood International School Beirut offers an IB Continuum curriculum, including IB-PYP (Early Years and Primary Years, with a French Section), IB-MYP, and IB-DP, along with an American High School Diploma and a Lebanese Program. The Early Years program is Montessori-based, offered in English or French, and includes French and Arabic language exposure, English and Arabic for the French Section, performing arts, language immersions, science, STEM-based activities, mindfulness and yoga, and music and movement. The IB-PYP Primary Years and the IB-PYP French Section are offered in English and French, and the IB-MYP Program is offered in English; the IB-DP Program is offered in English. Mindfulness is taught to all students from Nursery through Grade 12, and students can participate in The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. A Design + Technology program develops critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity, and there is guidance to prepare for university in the high school programs.
Guidance to prepare for university.
The school has a Mindfulness Program for all students from Nursery through Grade 12. Mindfulness courses help students manage themselves and their environments and find balance. Mindfulness is integrated as a program element within Eastwood's curriculum. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered to students to develop resilience and personal growth. After-school Activities include Leadership and Mindfulness, as well as Wellness Day and other events that reinforce wellbeing and community.
The Inclusion Policy provides special services for students with learning difficulties from Grade 1 to high school. The Inclusion Department offers a broad range of experiences to support cognitive, emotional, and social growth. The Inclusion Education Department includes an Inclusion Education Coordinator, Speech Therapist, Psychologist, Counselor, Therapist, Psychomotor Therapist, and Inclusion Education Teachers. It develops Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and coordinates accommodations and collaboration among staff, students, and families. Admissions policies note that Eastwood accepts students with mild learning difficulties and require assessments to determine supports.
English is the language of instruction in the English section at Eastwood International School. The ESL Department aims to strengthen students' English language for those joining from non-English speaking backgrounds. All ESL services are pull-out services and are organized into four levels across two phases. Phase One provides full pull-out language and literacy development for 10 hours per week (6 hours English, 4 hours French). Phase Two provides partial pull-out services up to 6 hours per week. Upon admission, students are assessed and placed into one of the four levels and one of the two phases, with an exit process once ESL goals are met.
Mindfulness courses are part of the program for all students from Nursery through Grade 12 to help them manage themselves and their environments and find balance. The Mindfulness Program supports mental wellbeing as a curricular component. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award contributes to personal development and resilience. After-school Programs include Leadership, Mindfulness, Robotics, Photography, Theater, and Wellness Day events that support wellbeing and a sense of community.
Eastwood International School provides a safe and supportive environment for students. The Inclusion Department includes a Coordinator, Speech Therapist, Psychologist, Counselor, Therapist, Psychomotor Therapist, and Inclusion Education Teachers to safeguard student wellbeing. There is a formal referral process to evaluate and place students within the Inclusion Education Department for appropriate support. Admissions policies note that mild learning difficulties are accepted and require assessments to determine the supports needed.
1. Apply online. Applications are accepted any time throughout the year with no deadlines, and the school will be in touch for next steps. An onboarding interview with the parents is part of the process, and the student will sit for an evaluation test. The admissions process covers Nursery through Grade 12, including IB-PYP, Lebanese and American middle/high schools, and the IB-DP, with sections in English/French where applicable.
2. Submit documentation and pay the processing fee. Submit the completed application form along with bus, medical, and photo release forms; forms can be collected after the onboarding interview or sent by email. An evaluation test is required for Grades 1–12, and EY candidates will have an interview in both English and French. A non-refundable application processing and testing fee of $100 per family is payable. For candidates joining from outside Lebanon, transcripts must be certified by the Lebanese Embassy or Consulate.
3. Eligibility and assessments. Eligibility for the Early Years Programme is age-based (Nursery, KG1, KG2 with Sept. 30 cutoffs). For Grades 1–12, placement follows a thorough review of end-of-year reports, a school certificate stamping (local cases), and an internal evaluation test, with ESL placement based on a placement assessment if needed.
4. Neurodivergent and special considerations. For neurodivergent candidates, entrance is evaluated case-by-case, all assessments must be presented, and students spend 2 full trial days for observation before acceptance.
5. Special Rights Eligibility. If information about a child's developmental, medical, or learning needs has not been disclosed and is later discovered, the school reserves the right to refuse acceptance or withdraw the student, and no tuition refunds are provided.
Financial aid is available to bridge the gap for families who demonstrate need, and decisions are made by a financial aid committee after reviewing an applied form from the accounting department. Applicants can benefit from financial aid up to 50%. Merit-based scholarships are awarded for exceptional academic achievement or athletic talent, and the scholarship can be renewed in subsequent years if eligibility criteria are maintained.
Ras Beirut campus on Hamra Bliss Street, Beirut, Lebanon (113-5373). Ain Aar campus is in Ain Aar, Lebanon. Both campuses are located in the Beirut area.
Pre-K through Grade 12; Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School.
Independent, non-profit international school.
Over 3,500 students; most are Lebanese; students come from Lebanon and other countries in the region and around the world.
Learning Support is provided by Learning Support Teachers; accommodations are offered for the Lebanese Baccalaureate, French Baccalaureate, and International Baccalaureate exams; support with SAT and university admissions.
Massachusetts, United States (chartered by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts).
Bus service is provided for Ras Beirut Campus and Ain Aar Campus. Online bus forms are submitted; routes include lines A, B, C and 1-2-3-4-L-M-I. A mobile locator app tracks buses and school location; bus fees are billed in the second and third trimesters; places are limited.
The school does not accommodate boarding students.
The school has no school uniform. The PE kit is required on PE days and can be purchased online and at both Ain Aar and Ras Beirut campuses starting September 5, 2024.
The school has cafeterias on both Ras Beirut and Ain Aar campuses; meals can be brought from home or meals prepared on-site.
The school is an independent, non-profit educational institution. It is chartered in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It is accredited by NEASC and CIS, authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization, and homologated by AEFE.
IC offers four programs: the Lebanese Program, the French Program, the International Baccalaureate (IB), and the American College Preparatory Program. IC implements the Primary Years Programme across all early years and primary grade levels. After the PYP, students choose their program of study. All programs require students to study three languages: Arabic as the host language; a language of instruction (French or English); and an additional language (French in the English stream and English in the French stream). Other languages are offered at the Secondary School, depending on the program chosen. The school fosters intercultural understanding through communication in a variety of languages. The school reports a 100% acceptance rate to top universities in Lebanon, Europe, North America, and worldwide.
IC publishes official exam results annually. The Official Exams Results page presents the 2024-2025 results and the 2023-2024 results, and celebrates student achievements. It includes a section that highlights where graduates go next, indicating university destinations.
Graduates have been admitted to a wide range of international universities, including American University of Beirut (Lebanon), Massachusetts Institute of Technology (United States), Columbia University (United States), University of Edinburgh (United Kingdom), and University of Toronto (Canada), among others.
Wellbeing is central at IC and defined as health in body, mind, and spirit, a collective responsibility essential for learning. The school emphasizes Belonging, Purpose, Resilience, and Connection across students and staff. The Positivity Project is implemented across all grade levels to strengthen social-emotional skills, empathy, and resilience. IC partners with Power of Zero to promote safe online behavior and digital citizenship, and offers peer mentors and safe spaces to support students. Family involvement includes information sessions on adolescent development and mental health, along with an open-door wellbeing policy and staff wellbeing programs such as counseling and professional development on stress management.
Learning Support at IC is an integral part of the educational mission and not a separate pathway. Learning Support Teachers work with classroom teachers to differentiate instruction and adapt lessons, materials, and assessments to suit each learner. In high school, tailored accommodations align with the Lebanese Baccalaureate, French Baccalaureate, and International Baccalaureate official exams, and accommodations for the SAT and university admissions are provided. Identification and referral involve observations, screenings, and collaboration with families to develop appropriate support plans. Regular meetings and ongoing collaboration ensure consistency.
All programs require students to study three languages: Arabic as the host country language; a language of instruction (French or English); an additional language (French in the English stream and English in the French stream). Other additional languages are offered at the Secondary School, based on the program chosen.
Mental and emotional wellbeing is supported through mindfulness sessions and breathing techniques, with art, music, and drama providing avenues for expression. The Positivity Project is implemented across all grade levels to strengthen social-emotional skills and resilience. Family involvement includes regular information sessions on adolescent development and mental health, plus an open-door wellbeing policy with the counseling and wellbeing team. Staff wellbeing is supported with access to counseling, wellbeing-focused professional development, and peer support.
The Child Protection Policy protects children from violence, exploitation, abuse, and neglect. IC has adopted the policy as part of its school values to create a safe environment where children feel nurtured, protected, supported, and empowered.
Phase I - Enrollment Application Submission and Initial Review: complete and submit the online application form with all required documents; an email confirmation is sent once submission is successful; all applications are reviewed for completeness and eligibility, and follow-up communication is sent if any documents are missing; details must be accurate, including academic records and current contact information.
Phase II - Qualified Submitted Applications (QSA): after the initial review, eligible complete applications are designated as QSA and invited to pay the non-refundable application fee of $199 to proceed.
Phase III - Assessments, Interviews, and Ranking on the Qualified Candidates List (QCL): exams and interviews; applicants to Pre-K/ Petite Section participate in a qualifying interview, while applicants for higher grades complete entrance exams and grade-appropriate interviews; exam subjects may include French, English, Math, Arabic, and others depending on the program. Ranking on the QCL is based on entrance exam performance, interview results, academic records, submitted videos (if applicable), school recommendations, priority status, and assessment of relevant skills and competencies.
Phase IV - Final Selection of Candidates: the Admissions Committee makes final selection decisions based on rankings; those with the highest performance are offered admission subject to available vacancies; candidates who achieve top results but have no vacancies may remain on the QCL for the current academic year or may reapply for the following year. General notes: admission is considered complete only after registration is finalized.
The Scholarship Program is spread over three years, starting with the 10th grade. It mentors students through volunteering with grassroots organizations and culminates with students leading Community Service Projects (CSPs). The program also exposes enrolled students to national, regional and international competitions in fields such as social entrepreneurship, project design, implementation and evaluation, and public speaking, with the aim of providing students with the skills and tools to become active agents of change. For more information, please click here.
The International School of Choueifat – Choueifat is located in Choueifat, Amrosieh, on Charles Saad Street, Lebanon (Postal Code 5004-5611).
KG1 to Grade 12
SABIS network school; co-educational; English-medium; independent day school
Special Academic Support is available: Summer School, Special Lessons, and Full-Special Classes (all offered at extra cost).
Lebanon
The school has three purpose-built cafeterias accommodating approximately 1,000 people.
ISC-Choueifat is a member of the global SABIS Network.
ISC-Choueifat follows the SABIS curriculum designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to develop a solid academic foundation. The curriculum aims to help students reach their full potential and develop a love of lifelong learning. ISC-Choueifat is a non-selective, co-educational, English-medium, independent day school. It serves students of diverse nationalities and backgrounds and prepares them for admission to competitive universities and successful careers. The program develops academic competencies, learning techniques, interpersonal skills, and ethical values within a multicultural setting.
Graduates from SABIS Network schools gain entry to highly competitive universities around the world, including the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, and the Middle and Far East. Notable universities include Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, MIT, Princeton, and Stanford.
The SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) works with staff to raise academic standards, promote high social and moral values, develop personality, and build communication and management skills, while involving students in organizing sports and aesthetic activities. Members of the SLO are appointed by the administration for their competence rather than elected by students. The school emphasizes teamwork among administrators, teachers, and students, with self-audits to identify and correct gaps. The approach is supported by a multicultural setting that helps students understand world cultures. The SABIS model reinforces high expectations and student development through collaborative processes.
Admission is based on willingness to work toward potential rather than innate ability. Placement into classes is determined by academic attainment, with age acting as a limiting factor. Students applying to enter Grade 2 and above must take diagnostic tests to determine placement. Students who are behind academically are rarely refused; they are offered, at extra cost, one of several solutions depending on their needs: Summer School—a six-week program offered in June, July, and August to help make up gaps; Special Lessons—extra periods in weaker subjects; Full-Special Classes—accelerated programs intended to prepare students to join the regular classes, sometimes covering two or more scholastic years in one.
1. School Tour. Families are encouraged to visit the school for a tour of the campus and talk with admissions staff.
2. Application and Required Documents. There is no application deadline, but the admission process should be initiated early on. Applications are accepted on a space-available basis throughout the school year. A joining fee is required to initiate the admission process and cover administrative costs. The required documents are: Completed Application Form; Copy of Identity Card or Passport; Two Passport Photographs; Final School Report from Previous School.
3. Testing. Students applying to enter Grades 2 and above sit for diagnostic tests as part of the admission process. Upon completion, the diagnostic tests are marked and a decision upon placement is made by the school.
4. Admission Decisions. Admission decisions are made after careful evaluation of the candidates. Results of diagnostic testing and previous school records are considered on a case-by-case basis. Additional criteria for admission include motivation, social and emotional development, willingness to work hard, and the ability of ISC-Choueifat to accommodate the needs of the candidate. Once accepted and the required fees paid, a place for the student is reserved.
Model United Nations awards include LAU scholarships; seven delegates received awards that included scholarships to LAU; five Diplomacy awards included a 25% scholarship; and two Secretary General Award recipients included a 50% scholarship. The Best Delegate Award carried a scholarship to LAU. The Outstanding Students page notes that honored students were given full scholarships for all the years of study (BA or BS).
Down Town Beirut, Lebanon. The school is a private, international, English-medium day school serving KG1 to Grade 12. It offers Arabic as a first and second language, French as a second language, and Spanish at the high school level.
Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Senior School. The school serves KG1 through Grade 12.
Private international day school. It operates English-medium instruction.
46 nationalities represented; most common nationality is Lebanese (40%); local to international ratio is 40% local to 60% international.
Learning Support Services. Modified and Individualized Educational Programs (IEP) are offered; support for learners with dyslexia, mild developmental delays, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and social, emotional and behavioral needs; includes In and Out of Class Support, Special Programs, and Out of Class Remediation.
Day school; no boarding facilities are offered.
Uniform is required at all times. The uniform includes a T-shirt, summer polo, winter polo, sweatshirt, P.E. summer suit, tracksuit, and hooded jacket; plain blue/grey/black trousers with a school top and appropriate footwear. Headscarves for girls must be plain blue, black, grey, white, or beige.
Meals are provided on-site through the school cafeteria. Preschool meals for February 2026 cost USD 155 for the month.
Part of the Learner9 World International Schools (LWIS) Network and governed by the LWIS Network Board of Trustees. It is NEASC-accredited and an IB World School.
LWIS-CiS is a private international English-medium day school serving KG1 through Grade 12, with Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Senior School, and an IB Programme. Arabic is taught as a first and second language, French is taught as a second language, and Spanish is offered at the high school level. The school emphasizes a learner-centered philosophy and a multinational curriculum, staff, and learners. LWIS-CiS is an IB World School and NEASC-accredited since 2011, and is a member of the LWIS Network. The campus features ICT labs, libraries, art rooms, science labs, a cafeteria, sports facilities, and an infirmary.
Ratio of student to teacher: 5.5 to 1.
Two-thirds of KG1–G12 students apply to AUB, with 84% accepted. Ninety percent apply to LAU, with 91% accepted. About 25% apply to universities abroad, with acceptances from institutions including Imperial College London, University of the Arts London, Hult International Business School, and City University of London.
The school has a Counseling office and provides Orientation & Career Counseling. The Integration & Support Department offers counseling across all grades to support social-emotional well-being and to develop learners' self-worth.
Modified and Individualized Educational Programs (IEP) are offered; Qualified and certified Special Education experts are employed; The Support Department provides in-class and out-of-class support, special programs, and remediation; Learners with dyslexia, mild developmental delays, ADHD, and gaps in academic, social, emotional, and behavioral skills receive targeted support.
The school is English-medium. Arabic is offered as a first and second language, French as a second language, and Spanish at the high school level. English-language support (Support in English) is provided in Elementary and in Middle/Senior through Learning Support Services.
Counseling is available to students; The Integration & Support Department provides counseling and related services to foster self-worth and holistic development.
Child protection is guided by a formal policy; The learning environment is described as safe, supportive, respectful, and equitable, with a dedicated Child Protection Policy.
The school has awarded scholarships to students, including Lynn El Mir receiving a full scholarship to AUB and Mario Fares receiving a scholarship to Harvard University. The school lists university acceptances to institutions in the United Kingdom (e.g., Imperial College London, University of the Arts London, City University of London, others), the United States (including Harvard University), Canada (Simon Fraser University, Carleton University), Switzerland (Hotel Institute Montreux, Glion, IMI), the Netherlands (University of Amsterdam), Spain (EU Business School), and Italy (Politecnico di Torino).
Located atop a picturesque hill, the campus provides a beautiful setting for learning. The school offers a holistic experience for every student. Sagesse High School offers three programs: the Lebanese Program, the American Program, and the International Baccalaureate.
Divisions include Preschool, Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Intermediate and Secondary LP, Intermediate AP, and Secondary AP & IBDP.
The Special Education Department caters for the needs of students with learning difficulties as defined by the Lebanese Ministry of Education.
Catholic
Rector Fr. Antoine Assaf leads the school; Sagesse High School has accreditation since 2009 by the Middle States Association Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS), Pennsylvania, and is an IB World School offering the Diploma Programme.
Lebanese Program, American Program, and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
University Guidance Office directs students to universities; Career Counseling Department, in collaboration with Waznat, offers a Career Guidance Program to help secondary students plan and succeed in their university paths.
Counselors support students academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. The Career Counseling Department, in collaboration with Waznat, offers a Career Guidance Program to help secondary students plan and succeed in their university paths. Academic Orientation and Guidance is administered by the secondary heads of divisions to assist students in making informed decisions about their course selection and academic paths. The University Guidance Office directs students to their university of choice. Christian Life Counseling provides spiritual support; Catholic Priests are available on campus for guidance, and students may seek individual spiritual counseling during recess, with the department working closely with counselors, teachers, and heads of divisions to provide a full support system. Mental Health initiatives include a Mental Health Club.
The Special Education Department caters for the needs of students with learning difficulties as defined by the Lebanese Ministry of Education.
Counselors help students succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. Christian Life Counseling provides spiritual support and individual counseling on request, with Catholic priests available on campus. The Mental Health Club supports student mental wellbeing through focused activities and initiatives.
The Child Protection Policy outlines procedures to safeguard students from abuse or danger while on school premises or under the school's supervision. The Designated Senior Person for child protection is Dr. Lina Riachi Haddad (School Counselor); the Vice-Designated Person is Fr. Tony Karam, and Designated Persons oversee each division. The policy requires staff to complete training, maintains secure records, and sets procedures for reporting to children's social care or police; it also covers safer recruitment procedures and liaison with local authorities and agencies. The policy is reviewed annually and is designed to ensure safeguarding across the curriculum.
The school has a Financial Aid Office that offers tuition assistance by reductions in tuition fees. To apply, schedule an appointment with the social aid officer. Eligibility requires submitting a financial aid application, evidence of cleared tuition fees from previous years, and documentation including salary attestations for every employed family member, civil status documents, utility bills, bank statements, health insurance, and other requested items. Financial aid applications are valid for one academic year, and may be reviewed or withdrawn if information is incorrect or if need assessment changes; a home visit may be required.
Waiting List: Applicants may be placed on the admission waiting list when there are no vacancies in a specific grade level or program at the time of application, or if they submit a late application after July 15.
