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If you're researching international schools in Senegal offering American Curriculum, this page lists every school we know of and lets you sort, filter and compare them — without school marketing in the way. The most common curriculum is American Curriculum, taught by 4 of the schools below. Annual tuition spans roughly 1,666,000–2,200,000 XOF, with the average sitting around 1,933,000. Schools range from new openings to long-established names like Dakar Academy (opened 1961).
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Dakar Academy is an international Christian school in Senegal delivering an American-based, North American curriculum for Pre-K through 12, including Advanced Placement courses, CLEP exams, and dual‑credit options. English is the language of instruction, with English Language Learning support and an on‑site English-language speech-language pathologist, as U.S. standards are adapted for an international, multicultural student body drawn from 50+ nationalities. The school operates three Senegal campuses—Central (Hann Maristes, Dakar), West (Mamelles), and South (near Popenguine)—plus ISWA Liberia and Co‑Op networks. Dakar Academy Central offers a family-style boarding program for Grades 9–12; South spans 15 acres with a 7:1 student‑to‑teacher ratio; West provides the only fully American elementary program in West Dakar. Innovation facilities include 3D printers, robotics kits, high‑end iMacs, Chromebooks, and a 20,000+‑volume English library with an on-site speech pathologist. The program emphasizes leadership, service, faith integration, arts, athletics, and project‑based learning across Pre‑K to Grade 12. A welcoming community.
International Bilingual School Dakar is a private school established in 2009 and located in Liberté 6 Extension, Dakar, near VDN highway. It serves over 200 students from kindergarten through high school and offers bilingual education based on the Senegalese curriculum enriched with elements of British and American programs. The curriculum leads to SAT and IGCSE examinations. The school operates in three sections—preschool, primary and college—with four preschool classes, six primary classes and seven secondary classes, and class sizes limited to 25, each guided by a qualified teacher and an assistant. Facilities include ventilated classrooms, a computer lab, an arts studio and play areas. A distinctive feature is bilingualism in French and English, with English study extended to CE2 and a British Council Connecting Classrooms partnership with Newtown Primary School in Exeter to foster global citizenship. IBS is authorized by the Ministry of National Education since January 2015 for all students today.
Lyce Français Jean Mermoz in Senegal is a directly managed AEFE French international school serving students aged 6 to 18 (from CP to Terminale). It follows the official French curriculum, with a Section Internationale Américaine (SIA) integrated across the program and preparing students for the Baccalauréat Français International. The school provides multilingual education, with instruction in French and additional languages including English, Spanish and German. Parle Anglais is offered in the middle years, and the lycée includes a European English section with a DNL option. Optional offerings include a Théâtre option, Latin, and a range of specialty subjects in Première and Terminale for general and technological tracks. Complementary programs include Prépa Scientifique, Prépa Sciences Po Paris and Prépa Arts. Established in 1976 and AEFE-managed since 1990, the campus accommodates about 2,500 students on a securely designed site with substantial sports facilities. The school is homologated by the French Ministry of National Education. A hallmark is the bilingual SIA pathway alongside strong language, theatre and arts programs.
Ecole Actuelle Bilingue (EAB) is a private international school in Dakar, Senegal, within La Cité Scolaire Internationale (CSI). The campus network includes Campus Corniche Ouest and Campus Ngor, serving Petite Section through CM2 with distinct French and bilingual programs. EAB offers three pathways: the classic French track (CP–CM2) aligned with the French national curriculum and enriched by four English sessions per week; the bilingual track (Nursery–CM2) taught equally in French and English by two teachers per class; and an alternative Relai track for learners with identified difficulties, providing an individualized program and psychological support. The school participates in the AEFE network, is recognized by the Senegalese Ministry of National Education, and the classical section is homologated by the French Ministry of National Education. CSI promotes multilingualism and multiculturalism and aims to prepare students for study in international institutions. Extracurricular activities run daily, and the Parent Association (APE) supports school projects and events.
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