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Laouina, Tunis, Tunisia (BP 150 Cite Taeib M'hiri, 2045)

Elementary School; Middle School; High School

Private, independent school

ACST represents a global community of cultures and languages. Families come from embassies, diplomatic missions, international businesses, and NGOs. The Elementary School has more than 200 students from about 40 countries.

English as an Additional Language (EAL); Learning Support; Counseling; Full-time Educational Psychologist

United States; Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools in the United States

Pre-School 8:00–3:00 (full day) or 8:00–12:00 (half-day); Elementary & Secondary 8:00–3:00; After-School Activities 3:00–4:00; Secondary Athletics 4:00–5:30

ACST offers a bus service with 15 routes and more than 140 stops; registration by August 10; service starts on the first day of school; transportation@acst.net

Uniforms are required. PE uniforms are sold throughout the year, and students will be required to buy the uniform.

The cafeteria menu is updated weekly and published every Friday for the upcoming week. Elementary students have hot lunch and salad options daily; secondary students can choose from hot lunch or a salad bar, with an all-day snack bar available. A coffee and snack shop near the parent entrance serves beverages and light items.

ACST is a private, independent school governed by a Board of Governors. The Board has nine members elected by the ACST Association; five must be U.S. citizens, and there are two non-voting members: a teacher's representative and a representative appointed by the U.S. Ambassador to Tunisia. The Board hires the Superintendent and oversees fiscal management, leadership, policy development, and mission fulfillment.

ACST follows a comprehensive K-12 standards-based curriculum grounded in American educational standards. The K-10 curriculum is aligned to internationally benchmarked standards, while grades 11-12 engage the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The curriculum is designed using the Understanding by Design (UbD) framework, with daily learning targets and varied assessment formats including projects, products, and performances. Subject areas across the program include K-12 English/Language Arts; K-12 Mathematics; K-12 Science; K-12 Social Studies; K-12 World Languages; K-12 Visual, Media and Performing Arts; K-12 Physical Education and Health/Wellness; and K-12 Social-Emotional Learning. The school also provides Learning Support and Counseling services to support student growth, and includes Tunisian Studies Trips as part of the curriculum.

Average class size from Grade 1 to 12 is 16 students.

School counselors work with students to address and support their social and emotional needs. A full-time school psychologist supports the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral well-being of all students. Student Support Services include English as an Additional Language (EAL), Learning Support, Counseling, and a full-time Educational Psychologist. These departments collaborate with homeroom and content-area teachers to reinforce the curriculum and differentiated instruction while supporting students' well-being. ACST fosters a diverse and inclusive community that supports social and emotional growth for every student.

Learning Support is for students who demonstrate a need for additional support in order to be successful with their core academic subjects. ACST values inclusion, diversity, and equity and access for all students. The Student Support Services team collaborates with families and teachers to tailor supports for each learner.

The EAL department provides English language support for multilingual learners whose home language(s) is/are not English. EAL is part of ACST's Student Support Services, which also include Learning Support, Counseling, and the full-time Educational Psychologist.

School counselors address and support students' social and emotional needs. A full-time school psychologist supports the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral well-being of all students. The Student Support Services team includes EAL, Learning Support, Counseling, and the full-time psychologist. All four departments collaborate with teachers to promote well-being and differentiated instruction. The program aims to help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally within a diverse and inclusive community.

ACST is committed to safeguarding all children by ensuring they are protected from harm, abuse, and neglect. Safe Recruitment includes background checks and regular child protection training for staff. Our Common Agreement and the Conduct with Children provide safeguarding guidelines and require annual signing by faculty, staff, employees, and volunteers. ACST's Child and Youth Protection Policy aligns with international law and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (Articles 19 and 34). Staff and any adult associated with ACST are mandated to report incidents or suspicions of harm, and the policy emphasizes speaking up. The Child Protection Team includes school counselors, the school nurse and doctor, the school psychologist, principals, the safety and security manager, and the superintendent, who coordinate responses and liaise with external agencies as needed. Education and Training include age-appropriate lessons, parent materials, and annual faculty training.

New Student Admission Step By Step. Step 1: Collect documents to upload. PK1 and PK2 require a copy of the student's passport, copies of each parent's passport, student and parent passport‑size photos, the Student Medical Form (French version available), the immunization record, and an ACST Confidential Reference Form. Kindergarten through Grade 12 require the same documents plus Previous School Records/Transcripts/Test Reports and any applicable translations if records are not in English, French, or Arabic, as well as standardized achievement test scores; a non‑refundable $200 application fee applies. Step 2: Online application. Create an account, complete the online application, upload documentation, and review the submission; ensure all required fields are filled, and note that falsifying or omitting information may disqualify acceptance. Step 3: Acceptance & Grade Placement. Elementary placements follow the child's age as of September 1; prior school records, academic ability, social development, and placement tests are taken into account; candidates may be scheduled for on‑site admissions tests in reading, language, and math; students from accredited American or comparable international schools may be admitted provisionally, with further testing for EAL or Academic Support as needed. Waitlist: As a grade reaches optimal capacity, a waiting list will be established and the waitlist procedure will go into effect. Step 4: Enrollment in ACST. Before attendance begins, parents sign an acceptance letter and a Parent Partnership Agreement (English, French, Arabic), and submit financial documents; original documents are returned to Admissions and an invoice is issued. The start‑date requirements include the Student Medical Form, World language form (Elementary School Only), and financial documents; a supply list and technology requirements are provided; ACST has an open admissions policy.

As a grade reaches optimal capacity, a waiting list will be established and the school's waitlist procedure will go into effect.

Campus B: Ecole Canadienne de Tunis, 1 Rue de commerce, Tunis 2035; Campus A: 1 Rue de l'énergie solaire, Charguia 1, Tunis

Kindergarten, Preschool, Primary, Secondary, Pre-University

Private international school inspired by the Quebec education program and enriched by the International Baccalaureate

Personalized student support, a safe environment, and academic and psychological support services

Canada

A student residence is planned for 2028.

The dress code requires clean, neat, appropriate and decent attire (no shorts, ripped pants, or caps). The ECT uniform is mandatory for sports sessions and school outings.

Lunch options include an External service (students may leave during lunch from secondary 4), a Cantine (canteen) service, and a Lunch bag service (panier service) where students bring their own lunch and eat in the canteen under supervision; ECT does not heat meals; if lunch is forgotten, the student is automatically enrolled in the cantine and parents are charged for the current term; panier students must bring lunch at the start of the day; there is no home delivery; cantine rules apply.

École Canadi enne de Tunis is a private school officially recognized by the Tunisian Ministry of Education, offering a complete international program. It implements the Quebec Ministry of Education program leading to a Diplôme d'Études Collégiales (DEC), with IB program implementation supported by SEBIQ (Société des Écoles du Monde du Baccalauréat International du Québec et de la Francophonie).

The school follows the Quebec Education Program, enriched by the International Baccalaureate (IB) programs to offer a global and balanced education. Programs span from Kindergarten and Preschool to Primary, Secondary, and Pre-university.

Students are prepared to pursue studies in Canada, Europe, or elsewhere in the world.

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1. Test appointment and meeting with the educational team. An appointment for the admission tests is sent to you by email. Your child will meet the educational team and participate in age-appropriate activities. The pre-university program at the École Canadienne de Tunis is recognized by Université Laval.

2. Prepare documents. For Kindergarten, Preschool, and Primary 1, admission requires no dossier fee. The required documents are the birth certificate in French or a copy of the child's passport, a recent passport photo, and the identity document of the parent or guardian. For other classes, admission includes evaluation of scientific and linguistic prerequisites with a 100 DT fee at pre-registration; additional documents include a certificate of attendance from the current school and the child's report cards for this year and last year.

3. Pre-registration online. Fill the online pre-registration form to officially begin the admission process. This form is the first step to reserve a place for your child.

4. Dossier fees. Dossier fees vary by level. For Kindergarten, Preschool and Primary 1 there are no dossier fees. From Primary 2 onward, a 100 DT fee is charged to cover the assessments of prerequisites. Payment options: pay at the school in cash.

5. Tuition information. Tariffs for pre-university programs are listed; to learn more about admission fees and options for pre-university programs contact us directly.

6. Test preparation resources. Prepare your child to succeed in the admission test. Download our preparation resources and guide your child with confidence in the first steps toward the École Canadienne de Tunis. Kindergarten test preparation resources are available.

7. DEC pre-university overview. What is the General College Studies Diploma (DEC) pre-university? The DEC general is an official diploma issued by the Quebec Ministry of Education and Higher Education (Canada). It certifies a two-year program after five years of secondary and six years of primary to prepare students for university studies in any field: pure and applied sciences, health sciences, economics and management, humanities. The Quebec pre-university education system is known for the quality of college-level teaching and its approach to preparing students for university life. Programs are regularly revised to meet changing needs of society and the job market. What are the exit profiles of ESCT students? ESCT offers two DEC pre-university programs: Sciences de la Nature and Sciences Humaines – Profil Gestion et Economie (Managing and Economics).

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KM 5, Ajim-Houmt Souk Road, 4135 Bousmayel, Ajim-Djerba, Tunisia. Located on the island of Djerba in the Ajim–Houmt Souk area. The school provides a bus service that serves the entire island of Djerba and Zarzis.

Ages 4 to 18. The school offers the IB continuum, including Primary Years Programme (PP/PYP), Middle Years Programme (PEI/MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). It comprises Early Childhood, Primary, Middle School (Collège), and Lycée levels.

Day and boarding private international school; coeducational.

22 nationalities represented.

Bus service covers the entire island of Djerba and Zarzis.

Half-board and boarding are offered. An on-site boarding facility welcomes students for the southern Tunisian community. School transport serves the entire island and Zarzis.

A canteen offers varied and balanced menus. Hygiene standards are reinforced.

Counselors, led by the General School Counselor and a team of education assistants, collaborate with teachers and parents to support students' cognitive and emotional development. They are present year-round, attentive to student well-being, and monitor attendance and adherence to the rules. The General Counselor is the primary contact for teachers and parents to clarify any inappropriate situation. They also provide workshops for character development and supervise Life at School activities, while coordinating access to services such as boarding, the canteen, and transport.

IB (International Baccalaureate) curriculum.

Student-teacher ratio: 9:1. Average class size: 17 students.

One of our first IB cohort students was admitted to IHEC Carthage, thanks to the equivalence of her IB diploma.

A university guidance counselor is available year‑round to help students plan their IB pathway and prepare for university. The school identifies standardized tests required for admission, such as the SAT, TOEFL, IELTS, and DELF, and provides DELF preparation support. Students access top international universities through partnerships and networks; examples of universities chosen by alumni are noted. For Tunisian public universities, the Ministry issues an equivalence decision on request, and the guidance service assists with this process.

The school fosters character development with kindness and professionalism. The School Council offers programs and activities to support character development. The IB learner profile is a set of attributes developed through the IB program. The profile reflects the IB philosophy of developing engaged, curious, reflective, and creative learners with a strong sense of ethics. IB learners are encouraged to learn and celebrate their own cultural heritage as well as the heritage of other cultures. IB graduates are prepared to face contemporary global challenges and to contribute positively to society.

The school offers specialized programs for learning French and Arabic. The Arabic program for non-Arabophones, Louغati, is designed to facilitate progressive acquisition of Arabic and adapts to each student's needs. The school is committed to a tri-lingual model in which students master English, Arabic and French and acquire skills in at least a fourth language chosen between Spanish and German. Arabic and French are taught from early childhood, and English is compulsory from the age of five.

The General School Counselor and the team of education aides collaborate with the teaching staff and parents to enable students to express their cognitive and emotional potential. Counselors are present year-round and attentive to students' well-being, and they monitor attendance and adherence to the rules. The General Counselor is the main point of contact for teachers and parents to clarify any situation. They also offer workshops to contribute to character development. Counselors supervise activities and events in School Life and facilitate access to services such as boarding, cafeteria, and transportation. Counselors are available to assist via the student diary, the EDX interface, or by appointment.

Counselors oversee activities and events in School Life to ensure a safe, secure environment that supports student development, and collaborate with staff and parents to address any inappropriate situations and to safeguard student welfare.

1. Review admissions policy and criteria. The school welcomes motivated students and aims to build an international community that values individuals from diverse backgrounds and a wide range of talents and interests. It considers the child as a whole, evaluating cognitive abilities as well as the capacity to contribute to and participate in the school's social and cultural life. The admissions dossier includes the student's academic record, results from evaluation tests, recommendations, and interviews. 2. Understand the selective admission process. Admission is selective and not guaranteed because the school is independent; families must follow a standard application process. Students are admitted based on availability and the criteria of aptitude, achievement, and character. The process requires following the school's standard application steps to be considered for enrollment. 3. Know the candidate profile considered by the admissions committee. Among qualified candidates, the admissions committee gives particular attention to applicants from diverse regions of southern Tunisia and from foreign countries; children who are dependents of GSING employees; siblings who are enrolled or applying concurrently; and children whose parents have relocated to Djerba through partner companies or organizations. This policy reflects standard practice and does not constitute a guarantee of admission or contractual obligation. 4. Enroll after admission through the formal process. If admitted, enrollment is completed through the school's standard procedures. There is online pre-registration for the Primary, Middle (PEI), and Diploma (DP) programs for the 2025/2026 cycle via dedicated online forms. An enrollment calendar guides the registration timeline, and pre-registration forms exist for PP, PEI, and DP.

Boulevard de l'Environnement, Les Berges du Lac 1, Tunis, Tunisia. It is located in the Les Berges du Lac area. The school is an international primary and secondary school.

International primary and secondary school. It follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum for students aged 3 to 19.

IB continuum international school.

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The school has a canteen and a food service. The Lunch Protocol requires staff on duty to supervise lunch; students line up quietly, wash their hands prior to eating, and walk to the canteen in an orderly fashion.

Owner and General Manager: Mr Iheb Othmani. Shareholder/Financial Manager: Ms Sanaa Khelif. Senior Management includes MYP Coordinator/Principal/Headmaster Ms Jouda Daoud; PYP Coordinator/Primary Head Teacher Ms Yara Mawlawi; DP Coordinator Dorsaf KoukI.

The British Academy of Tunis is an IB Continuum school offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). It is fully accredited for all three IB programmes with English as the language of instruction. For the early years, BAT uses the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The Early Years Curriculum includes English language teaching, Mathematics, Science, Phonics, Writing, Arts, Physical Education and Storytelling. The IB curriculum is implemented across the school from early years through DP, supported by a PYP Coordinator and a MYP Coordinator.

The school provides a University Counsellor to support university applications and higher education progression.

Gifted and Talented students are identified and placed in the most challenging core classes; Gifted and Talented teachers receive annual refresher training; GT students are encouraged to participate in academic events such as Science and History Fairs, Robotics competitions and other teams.

The school provides a Guidance Counselor to establish rapport, develop behavior plans, and understand underlying factors affecting learning. The Anti-bullying Policy promotes a safe culture, and safeguarding concerns are managed with a designated safeguarding lead, with appropriate involvement of staff and parents as needed.

BAT has an inclusive learning support model. The SEN policy is designed to support students with individual needs within mainstream classes, with an IB Learning Support Specialist who designs, manages and assesses systems for SEN and develops individualized education programs (IEPs). Information about students' needs is shared with teachers, and support may include shadow teachers, assistants, and targeted interventions; ARDP and GT pathways are used where appropriate.

English as an Additional Language (EAL) is provided. Applicants are assessed for English proficiency on entry, and a language profile is created to identify those needing language support. EAL support occurs during classes or after school, and an EAL department is planned (with at least two teachers) to deliver in-class language support and ensure inclusion in lessons; ongoing planning involves EAL and homeroom teachers to meet individual needs.

The school cares about academic, mental and health well-being and offers Academic support, Psychological support, and Speech Therapy to support students' well-being.

A Guidance Counselor supports safeguarding and behavior planning, and a Designated Safeguarding Lead handles safeguarding concerns. There is an Anti-bullying Policy, clear procedures for addressing bullying and safeguarding issues, and active involvement of parents and staff in safeguarding decisions.

1. The British Academy of Tunis is an international primary and secondary school that admits students from nursery aged 3 through the baccalaureate programme. It offers small classes with a maximum of 10 students per class and employs passionate, highly qualified teachers to support both academic and personal development. The curriculum is the International Baccalaureate continuum, comprising the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP). The school fosters a challenging and supportive learning environment and hosts a diverse student body representing more than 15 nationalities, where all individuals are respected regardless of nationality, race, or religion.

2. The school seeks to admit students while prioritizing safety and security for all, and aims to cultivate a diverse, international community of lifelong learners.

3. For admission, an Application Form is available for prospective families. The school will consider meeting a child's different needs and will accommodate children with learning difficulties in line with its inclusion policy.

Lot 47-48 Sahloul 4, Sousse Jawhra 4054, Sousse, Tunisia. The campus is in the Sahloul 4 district of Sousse. The school teaches Arabic, French, and English.

Primary school

Private international school

Tunisia

Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.

The school is a private Tunisian primary school approved by a Ministry of Education order dated September 19, 2017. It applies the official Tunisian curricula and aims to join the International Baccalaureate network. Instruction is delivered in Arabic, French and English. The education develops critical thinking, creativity and character, and emphasizes respect for others, cooperation and teamwork.

The school fosters respect for others regardless of origin or belief, encourages cooperation and teamwork, and emphasizes critical thinking and moral development.

The school teaches in Arabic, French and English.