Al-Asriyya School vs Rawdat Al-Maaref Schools & College (RAMS)

	A Al-Asriyya School Amman, Jordan	R Rawdat Al-Maaref Schools & College (RAMS) Amman, Jordan
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year JOD 1,500 - 7,120	Fees / year JOD 0 - 7,350
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Day	Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum American Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 1,620	Pupils 300
Typical class size	Typical class size 9	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language Arabic, English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1989
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location —	Location RAMS is located at 676 Khalda, Amman 11821, Jordan. It sits in the Khalda district of western Amman, an area with residential and commercial amenities. The campus is accessible by main roads and local bus routes in Amman.
Stages	Stages —	Stages RAMS is organized into multiple schools and departments: KG Department, International Primary School, National Primary School, Secondary School, IGCSE Department, Special Needs Department, Counseling Centre, and Administration. The arrangements cover early years through secondary levels, including IGCSE offerings.
School type	School type —	School type RAMS is a co-educational school and operates as a day school. It also provides on-site boarding through on-campus Residence Halls for students in boarding arrangements.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support RAMS has a Special Needs Department. Diagnostic exams are used to identify learning difficulties and special needs, informing appropriate support.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation RAMS does not have a formal country affiliation. It functions as a Jordanian private school that offers international programs. It follows Jordanian Ministry of Education requirements and also offers international curricula such as IGCSE and SAT.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation There is no formal religious affiliation stated for RAMS. Religion is taught as a school subject within the curriculum when relevant.
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure A typical RAMS day runs from about 07:30 to 15:00, with variations by grade level and program.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details RAMS operates a Transportation Department with 40 modern buses. Buses are driven by qualified drivers, with diploma-holding escorts on each bus and hydraulic doors. A maintenance team supports operations with spare parts.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & registration fees - A registration fee is payable at the time of initial registration or re‑registration; this registration fee is deducted from the school tuition and is non‑refundable if the parent withdraws. Tuition fees by year group (annual and per term — amounts in Jordanian Dinar, JOD) - Preschool / FS1: Annual JOD 2,080 — Per term JOD 1,040. - KG1: Annual JOD 2,455 — Per term JOD 1,227.50. - KG2: Annual JOD 2,560 — Per term JOD 1,280. - Grade 1 (national stream): Annual JOD 2,760 — Per term JOD 1,380. - Grade 1 (international stream): Annual JOD 3,885 — Per term JOD 1,942.50. - Grade 2 (national stream): Annual JOD 2,760 — Per term JOD 1,380. - Grade 2 (international stream): Annual JOD 3,885 — Per term JOD 1,942.50. - Grade 3 (national stream): Annual JOD 2,760 — Per term JOD 1,380. - Grade 3 (international stream): Annual JOD 3,885 — Per term JOD 1,942.50. - Grade 4 (national stream): Annual JOD 3,070 — Per term JOD 1,535. - Grade 4 (international stream): Annual JOD 4,180 — Per term JOD 2,090. - Grade 5 (national stream): Annual JOD 3,070 — Per term JOD 1,535. - Grade 5 (international stream): Annual JOD 4,180 — Per term JOD 2,090. - Grade 6 (national stream): Annual JOD 3,070 — Per term JOD 1,535. - Grade 6 (international stream): Annual JOD 4,180 — Per term JOD 2,090. - Grade 7 (national stream): Annual JOD 3,360 — Per term JOD 1,680. - Grade 7 (international stream): Annual JOD 4,360 — Per term JOD 2,180. - Grade 8 (national stream): Annual JOD 3,405 — Per term JOD 1,702.50. - Grade 8 (international stream): Annual JOD 4,360 — Per term JOD 2,180. - Grade 9 (national stream): Annual JOD 3,440 — Per term JOD 1,720. - Grade 9 (international stream): Annual JOD 4,890 — Per term JOD 2,445. - Grade 10 (national stream): Annual JOD 3,545 — Per term JOD 1,772.50. - Grade 10 (international stream): Annual JOD 4,890 — Per term JOD 2,445. - Grade 11 (national / first secondary): Annual JOD 4,000 — Per term JOD 2,000. - Grade 11 (international / first secondary): Annual JOD 6,200 — Per term JOD 3,100. - Grade 12 (national / second secondary): Annual JOD 4,490 — Per term JOD 2,245. - Grade 12 (international / second secondary): Annual JOD 6,420 — Per term JOD 3,210. (Note: the school also publishes a single annual fee schedule in Jordanian Dinar for the school's national/international streams; the site lists a general annual fee range of JOD 1,000–3,765 for the national programme and specific per‑grade figures in the school profile. ) Billing schedule and payment terms - The first tuition installment (first school fee) is due before the start of the scholastic year; the second installment is submitted as a post‑dated check delivered to the school's finance office along with the first installment. - A discount is granted when the full tuition for both scholastic semesters is paid before the start of the year: a 5% discount on the second semester fee when full payment for both semesters is made by the end of the first week of the academic year. All discounts apply to base school fee only. Late payment cancels any discounts. - Sibling discounts apply for additional children: second sibling 5%, third sibling 10%, fourth and subsequent siblings 15% (no discount for the eldest). - A student is considered registered for the full scholastic year on enrollment; the full tuition and other charges remain due even if the student leaves or is dismissed during the year. The school does not refund tuition paid for a student who withdraws during the scholastic year except in extenuating circumstances (for example, the family leaving the country) and only after presentation of official departure documentation and board consideration. Boarding fees - The school operates as a day school and publishes transport (bus) fees by route rather than boarding fees. No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed. Example transport annual rates shown include: Khalda / Umm al‑Summaq / Tla'a al‑Ali — one‑way JOD 600, two‑way JOD 700; other regions shown at one‑way JOD 700, two‑way JOD 800. Other costs and optional fees - Textbooks, stationary, annual school book, computing charges, graduation fees, external exam fees (for British programme subjects) and activity/field‑trip costs are charged in addition to tuition. External exam fees for British programmes are paid by the student to the examining body (e.g., the British Council) at registration for those exams. - Support and remedial services carry fixed additional fees. Published examples include remedial/auxiliary education JOD 2,000; speech therapy service JOD 1,000; support teacher JOD 1,500; Arabic language reinforcement for non‑native speakers JOD 750. Miscellaneous charges include activities, stationery, health insurance and educational visits. - A transport‑seat reservation fee is charged to secure a place on the school bus; annual bus fees depend on route and are charged separately. - Uniforms and school items are charged separately; books and uniform are not released unless required fees are paid and a payment receipt is presented. Refund information - Tuition is generally non‑refundable if a student withdraws or is dismissed during the scholastic year. Refunds may be considered only in documented extenuating circumstances (for example, family departure from the country), and then only at the discretion of the school board on submission of official departure papers. Fee payment options - The school accepts payment of the first installment prior to the scholastic year and requires the second installment as a post‑dated check delivered to the finance office. Payment channels used by the school community include bank/cheque and established Jordanian e‑payment services; electronic bill‑payment platforms used by Jordanian schools (e.g., eFAWATEERcom / bank online payment channels) are commonly listed for this school in public payment‑platform listings. External exam fees are paid directly to the examining body (British Council) by the student when registering for exam subjects. Notes for parents - All amounts above are given in Jordanian Dinar (JOD). Some fees vary by curriculum stream (national vs international) and by route for transport; additional optional services and exam fees are charged separately. Receipts or proof of payment are required before books, uniforms or bus places are issued.	Fee details —
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details —	Curriculum details RAMS combines the Jordanian Ministry of Education requirements with an international program, offering a holistically rigorous liberal arts curriculum and a strong emphasis on critical thinking, communication, and technology.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions —	Admissions 1. Application submission: Start the process by submitting the online admission application through the Addmission Application form. The form asks for detailed Student Information (including Name, Gender, Date of Birth, Religion, Nationality), Father and Mother details, Last School, Residence information, and Brothers and Sisters information. It also requires an Agreement indicating that the parent has read and agrees to the school regulations, with an I Agree checkbox that must be ticked. After submission, a confirmation message appears indicating that the inquiry was submitted successfully. 2. Required assessments and interviews: The admission criteria include personal interviews and exams in English language, mathematics, and science, along with diagnostic exams for students with learning difficulties or special needs. These assessments form the basis for evaluating eligibility for RAMS. Parents should prepare their child for English, math, and science content as part of the process. 3. Admissions window and scheduling: Admission starts each year during the second semester and continues until the end of the summer vacation, in accordance with RAMS' admission rules. This window is when families complete the assessments and submit any remaining documents required for consideration. The timing is governed by the school's published admission rules. 4. Admission decision and next steps: Admission decisions are made based on the criteria described above (interviews and subject exams). If admitted, families move to the Enrollment phase through the Admission & Registration options, which include access to Scholarships and the Admission Application. Public timelines for notification are not published, so families should expect direct communication from RAMS with the outcome and next steps. 5. Enrollment and registration: Following a positive admission decision, enrollment proceeds via the Admission & Registration area. RAMS provides links to Scholarship information, the Students Admission page, and the Addmission Application as part of the enrollment workflow. Families should prepare to supply documentation and complete any registration steps required by RAMS during this phase. 6. Scholarships: RAMS offers scholarships for students who excel academically and who excel in particular sports. Scholarships are also awarded to brothers of the same family and to certain pioneer institutions in the community. Scholarships are available to students across all classes and stages.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships RAMS grants scholarships to students who excel academically and in sports. Scholarships are also available to brothers of the same family and to some pioneer institutions in the community, and they are offered to students across all classes and stages.
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist —
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