American Cooperative School of Tunis vs Carthage Classical Academy

	A American Cooperative School of Tunis Tunis, Tunisia	C Carthage Classical Academy Tunis, Tunisia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year TND 7,934 - 26,700	Fees / year TND 5,000 - 12,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 5 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (DP)	Curriculum American Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 580	Pupils 96
Typical class size	Typical class size 16	Typical class size 10
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1959	Opened 2014
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Laouina, Tunis, Tunisia (BP 150 Cite Taeib M'hiri, 2045)	Location 15 Rue Ibn Taymia, Menzah 4, Tunis, Tunisia. Located in the Menzah 4 district, a residential area of the Tunisian capital.
Stages	Stages Elementary School; Middle School; High School	Stages Kindergarten (age 5) through Grade 12 (age 18). One class per grade level. The school expanded to include middle and high school in 2019.
School type	School type Private, independent school	School type Private, co-educational international day school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 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.	Pupil nationality mix A small, diverse community of approximately 96 students in Tunis, including Tunisian and international families.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support English as an Additional Language (EAL); Learning Support; Counseling; Full-time Educational Psychologist	Additional learning support With very small class sizes of around 10 students, teachers can provide individualised attention. Contact the school for details on specific learning support.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United States; Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools in the United States	Country affiliation United States of America (classical American curriculum).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Christian. The school is guided by Christian values and emphasises spiritual guidance alongside academic excellence. It is pursuing accreditation through ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International).
School day structure	School day structure 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	School day structure Regular school day with structured lessons and co-curricular activities. Contact the school for specific hours.
Bus service details	Bus service details 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	Bus service details Contact the school for information on transportation services.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & Enrollment Fees - Application fee (new applicants only, one-time): USD 200. - Registration fee for new enrollment (Grades K–12, one-time): USD 6,000. Maximum registration fee per family: USD 12,000. - Deposit for incidentals (refundable when family leaves, replenished if balance falls below USD 50 at start of the following academic year): USD 250. Tuition fees (2025–2026) — annual and per-term detail - Tuition is charged in US dollars and is non-refundable. Annual tuition by program/grade level: - Pre-Kindergarten 1 — Half Day: USD 7,366. Per-term amounts under the standard semester schedule: First semester payment = 55% (USD 4,051.30); Second semester payment = 50% (USD 3,683.00). - Pre-Kindergarten 1 & 2 — Full Day: USD 12,270. Per-term: First semester = 55% (USD 6,748.50); Second semester = 50% (USD 6,135.00). - Elementary School (Kindergarten–Grade 5): USD 23,478. Per-term: First semester = 55% (USD 12,912.90); Second semester = 50% (USD 11,739.00). - Middle School (Grades 6–8): USD 24,952. Per-term: First semester = 55% (USD 13,723.60); Second semester = 50% (USD 12,476.00). - High School (Grades 9–12): USD 26,240. Per-term: First semester = 55% (USD 14,432.00); Second semester = 50% (USD 13,120.00). - Capital fee (Grades K–12): USD 1,150 (charged in addition to tuition). - Reservation (re-enrollment) fee for returning students (payable in May each year): USD 500 per student. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is due prior to the start of the school year. The Board sets school fees annually in April. - Standard installment option (semester payments): First semester payment (including registration fee, capital fee and incidentals deposit when applicable) is 55% of the tuition and is due on July 31. Second semester payment is 50% of the tuition and is due one week before the second semester starts. - Mid-year enrollment: Tuition is prorated based on the enrollment date; other fees (registration, capital fee, incidentals) apply in full. For students who join after the school year has started, the second semester payment is specified as 55% of the tuition. - New families must pay application, registration, incidentals deposit and applicable tuition and capital fees in accordance with the schedule above; returning families pay tuition, capital fees and the reservation fee. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable; no boarding fees are charged. Additional costs and optional fees - Lunch: Lunch for Elementary and Middle School may be charged with tuition or invoiced separately on request. No refunds are given for unconsumed lunches. - Transportation (per child): Full-time/full-year (morning pick-up AND afternoon drop-off) USD 1,600; Full-time/half-year USD 850; Half-time/full-year (morning OR afternoon only) USD 850. Athletic late bus (5:40 p.m.) for students not enrolled in afternoon service: USD 150 per season. - Other possible charges: Fees may be charged for international trips (e.g., Model United Nations, competitions, athletics travel) and for specialized extracurricular programs requiring travel or accommodations. - Uniforms and school supplies: Families should budget separately for uniforms, personal school supplies and incidental personal expenses; these are not itemized in the standard fee schedule above. Refund information - Most fees are non-refundable, including tuition and registration. The incidentals deposit is refundable when the family leaves, provided there are no outstanding charges. Fee payment options - Accepted payment methods: Bank transfer in USD; bank transfer in TND; USD checks; TND checks; local cards; international cards; cash in TND at the school cashier (cash payments limited to a maximum of 3,000 TND). Financial aid - A limited financial aid budget is available for families with exceptional, unexpected need. Typical awards are between 5–10% of the overall invoice and aid may be granted for a maximum of three years. Financial aid applications require submission of financial records and are reviewed in May, September and December.	Fee details Fees are set in US Dollars and fluctuate if paid in Tunisian Dinar based on the exchange rate. The supply fee is set in local currency. All fees are due before 1 June for the full school year. A one-time capital deposit is required for new students. Contact the school for current fee schedules.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details 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.	Curriculum details CCA offers a classical American education emphasising rigorous academics, critical thinking and character formation. The curriculum includes strong instruction in French and Arabic alongside the English-medium programme. The classical approach emphasises the liberal arts, logic and rhetoric. The school has one class per grade level from Kindergarten through Grade 12.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Average class size from Grade 1 to 12 is 16 students.	Student teacher ratio With 96 students and 42 staff members, the school offers an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio. Classes have approximately 7-10 students per grade.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results As an American curriculum school, CCA prepares students for US-style assessments. The school is pursuing accreditation through the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Contact the school for details on standardised testing.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression The American curriculum and upcoming Middle States accreditation prepare graduates for university applications in the US, Europe and worldwide.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Small class sizes allow for personalised instruction and enrichment for advanced students within the classical education framework.
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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
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Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
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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
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 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.	Admissions Applications can be submitted through the school website. A one-time capital deposit is required for new students. Contact the school for application forms, assessment requirements and available places.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Contact the school for details on any scholarship or financial aid opportunities.
Waitlist	Waitlist As a grade reaches optimal capacity, a waiting list will be established and the school's waitlist procedure will go into effect.	Waitlist With small class sizes and one class per grade, spaces may be limited. Contact the school for availability.
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