Amman Academy and Islamic Educational College are both in Amman, about 10 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes, and Islamic Educational College also offers British, American, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE and BTEC Qualification. Published annual fees are JOD 4,700 - 12,913 at Amman Academy and JOD 2,365 - 6,240 at Islamic Educational College, which puts Amman Academy roughly 105% higher. Both take pupils from 3 to 18. Amman Academy is the larger school, with around 1,470 pupils to Islamic Educational College's 23.
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Fees / year
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Fees / year JOD 4,700 - 12,913 | Fees / year JOD 2,365 - 6,240 |
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Age range
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Age range 3 - 18 years | Age range 3 - 18 years |
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Type
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Type — | Type Co-educational |
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Curriculum
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Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) | Curriculum British Curriculum, American Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, BTEC Qualification, Cambridge (Secondary) |
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Pupils
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Pupils 1,470 | Pupils 23 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size 28 | Typical class size — |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English, Arabic | Instruction language Arabic, English |
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Opened
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Opened — | Opened 1947 |
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Bus service
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Location
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Location Amman Academy is in Khalda, a western suburb of Amman, Jordan. The campus sits on a five-acre site in Khalda and is easily accessible from west Amman road networks. The full address is Sulayman Abd Al Qadir As Sukkar Street, Amman-Khalda, PO Box 840, Zip Code 11821. Khalda is described as a safe, peaceful neighbourhood in the west of the city. | Location IEC operates two campuses in Amman, Jordan: Jabal Amman and Jubaiha. Both campuses are in central Amman neighborhoods with access to major roads and nearby residential areas. The schools are overseen by the Islamic Cultural Society, which supports their facilities and programs. |
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Stages
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Stages The school serves ages 3 to 18 and follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum from early years through DP. The IB programme blocks are arranged as Kindergarten (Ages 3-5), Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Ages 5-11, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Ages 11-16, and Diploma Programme (DP) for Ages 16-18. | Stages IEC serves primary and secondary levels across two campuses. The National Program includes Elementary (Grades 1–4) and separate Boys (Grades 5–12) and Girls (Grades 5–12) buildings to support different groups. |
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School type
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School type Amman Academy is a private, co-educational, bilingual day school in Amman, offering instruction in English and Arabic. | School type IEC operates as a co-educational day school. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix Nationalities represented: 15. The school welcomes students from many countries, with Jordanian students forming the largest local group. The local-to-international student ratio is commonly reported around 10:1. | Pupil nationality mix — |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support Wellbeing support and university guidance are emphasized within the school's offerings. Public details on dedicated SEN facilities are not listed; families should discuss individual learning needs with the admissions team to understand available provisions. | Additional learning support Public information about dedicated SEN provisions is not published. The school offers Jordanian and international programs, and admissions indicate provisions for non‑Jordanian students; families with learners needing extra support should inquire directly. |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation Jordan. | Country affiliation Jordan. |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is publicly listed; the school highlights Jordanian heritage and traditions. | Religious affiliation Islamic; the school is associated with the Islamic Cultural Society and emphasizes Islamic values. |
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School day structure
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School day structure The school day typically runs 8:00am–3:00pm from Sunday to Thursday, with a Saturday schedule of 9:00am–2:00pm for admissions and activities. | School day structure The school day typically runs from about 7:30–8:00 a.m. to around 2:00–2:30 p.m., with a midday break; exact times may vary by campus and program. |
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Bus service details
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Bus service details The school operates its own bus service, which is owned and run by Amman Academy. For transport inquiries, contact the transportation office at +962 (06) 537 4444 extension 544. Bus routes cover areas in and around Amman, with transportation fees published for 2025-2026 (round trip and one-way options). Priority is often given to two-way riders, and advance registration and full fee payment are required. | Bus service details — |
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Fee details
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Fee details Application & enrolment fees - One-time joining fee: JOD 400 (non‑refundable) — payable at the time of enrolment for new students and for students who leave and later re‑register. - Assessment fee: JOD 50 — charged for new applicants from KG2 to Grade 11. Tuition fees — annual and per‑semester by year group Note: tuition amounts are published in Jordanian Dinars (JOD). The school operates on a two‑semester academic structure (the school offers an early‑payment discount that applies to the second semester), so the per‑semester amount shown is one half of the annual tuition. Annual and per‑semester amounts are as follows: - Pre‑KG — Annual: JOD 4,165 — Per semester: JOD 2,082.50. - KG1 — Annual: JOD 4,374 — Per semester: JOD 2,187.00. - KG2 — Annual: JOD 4,549 — Per semester: JOD 2,274.50. - Grade 1 — Annual: JOD 5,516 — Per semester: JOD 2,758.00. - Grade 2 — Annual: JOD 6,242 — Per semester: JOD 3,121.00. - Grade 3 — Annual: JOD 6,493 — Per semester: JOD 3,246.50. - Grade 4 — Annual: JOD 6,723 — Per semester: JOD 3,361.50. - Grade 5 — Annual: JOD 6,979 — Per semester: JOD 3,489.50. - Grade 6 — Annual: JOD 7,385 — Per semester: JOD 3,692.50. - Grade 7 — Annual: JOD 7,892 — Per semester: JOD 3,946.00. - Grade 8 — Annual: JOD 8,367 — Per semester: JOD 4,183.50. - Grade 9 — Annual: JOD 10,246 — Per semester: JOD 5,123.00. - Grade 10* — Annual: JOD 10,246 — Per semester: JOD 5,123.00. - IB Diploma First Year — Annual: JOD 12,323 — Per semester: JOD 6,161.50. - IB Diploma Second Year — Annual: JOD 12,323 — Per semester: JOD 6,161.50. One‑off and recurring additional fees - Personal Project fee (Grade 10): JOD 150. - CAS fee (Diploma students): JOD 280 flat. CAS fee for Courses students: JOD 180. - Information technology and other fees: JOD 535 for Pre‑KG/KG; JOD 590 for Grades 1–12. - Graduation fee (Grade 12): JOD 170. - After‑school supervision (one‑hour programme, Pre‑KG to Grade 5): JOD 200. - Field trips outside the Greater Amman Municipality: charged at time of trip registration (amounts vary). - Books and uniform: school uniform and non‑Ministry books are not included in the tuition fee and are purchased separately during the books & uniform sale. - Learning Support: additional charge equal to 25% of the tuition fee for students enrolled in the Learning Support Program. - Sibling discounts: 5% for the second sibling, 10% for the third sibling, and 20% for each remaining sibling (maximum discount per student is 20%). - Legacy student discount: 10% (applies in addition to sibling discount for students whose parent(s) graduated from the school). Transportation (bus) fees and terms - Round trip (all areas): JOD 915 per year. - One‑way (all areas): JOD 660 per year. - Priority is given to students who register for two‑way transportation covering both semesters. The school bus service is provided only for those who register in advance and pay all required fees in full before the start of the academic year. Billing schedule and payment terms (published items) - The school's published fees are stated as annual amounts. The school references two academic semesters (an early‑payment discount applies to the second semester). Parents who pay all fees by 15 July receive an 8% discount on the second semester fee. The joining fee is payable at enrolment; the assessment fee is payable for new applicants as noted above. External examination fees are not included in the published tuition and are payable when exams are registered. - The transportation service requires payment in full before the start of the academic year for those who secure bus seats. Boarding - Amman Academy operates as a day school and does not publish boarding fees (no boarding provision). Refund information (published items) - The one‑time joining fee (JOD 400) is explicitly non‑refundable. No detailed public statement of a broader tuition refund schedule or terms is provided on the school's published fees page. Specific refund rules for tuition, transportation, or other fees are not stated in the published fee summary. Fee payment options (published items and contact for finance) - The school's published fees page does not list accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, etc.). For registration and fee enquiries the school lists the Registration & School Fees contact: registration@aa.edu.jo and telephone +962 6 537 4444. Parents should use those finance contacts to confirm accepted payment channels and invoicing arrangements. Summary of information not published on the public fee page - The public fee summary gives annual amounts and some fee rules (joining fee non‑refundable; assessment fee; early‑payment discount; transport fees) but does not publish: an itemised invoicing calendar or invoice due dates, detailed instalment/payment plan options, the school's accepted payment methods (bank transfer, card, etc.), nor a full written tuition refund policy beyond the joining‑fee statement. For confirmation of invoicing dates, accepted payment methods, instalment plans and the school's detailed refund policy, contact the school's Registration & School Fees office at registration@aa.edu.jo or +962 6 537 4444. | Fee details Application / Registration fees - A non-refundable affiliation/registration fee of JOD 100 applies for any new student registering in the American program. Other programs do not list a separate, one-off affiliation fee in the registration guides. Jabal Amman — Tuition and related fees (per semester and annual) - National program (kindergarten and Grades 1–12): - Kindergarten (KG/Prep): First-semester installment JOD 1,460; Second-semester installment JOD 980; Annual tuition JOD 2,440; Special support fee: none. - Grade 1: First JOD 1,560; Second JOD 1,115; Annual JOD 2,675; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 2: First JOD 1,595; Second JOD 1,135; Annual JOD 2,730; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 3: First JOD 1,650; Second JOD 1,175; Annual JOD 2,825; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 4: First JOD 1,720; Second JOD 1,215; Annual JOD 2,935; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 5: First JOD 1,725; Second JOD 1,215; Annual JOD 2,940; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 6: First JOD 1,725; Second JOD 1,215; Annual JOD 2,940; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 7: First JOD 1,725; Second JOD 1,215; Annual JOD 2,940; (special support fee not listed). - Grade 8: First JOD 1,785; Second JOD 1,255; Annual JOD 3,040. - Grade 9: First JOD 1,880; Second JOD 1,320; Annual JOD 3,200. - Grade 10 (academic): First JOD 1,975; Second JOD 1,380; Annual JOD 3,355. - Grade 11 (academic): First JOD 2,065; Second JOD 1,450; Annual JOD 3,515. - Grade 12 (academic): First JOD 2,225; Second JOD 1,550; Annual JOD 3,775. - Technology services charge (additional): JOD 100 applied to Grades 1–12 in the national programs. - All national-program figures above are presented as First-semester installment / Second-semester installment / Annual tuition; where a separate ‘‘special support'' fee appears it is listed as shown. - Technical (BTEC) program — Jabal Amman: - Grade 10 (Business / IT): First JOD 1,955; Second JOD 1,400; Annual JOD 3,355. - Grade 11 (Business / IT): First JOD 2,295; Second JOD 1,635; Annual JOD 3,930. - Grade 12 (Business / IT): First JOD 2,350; Second JOD 1,650; Annual JOD 4,000. - BTEC technology services: additional JOD 150 for BTEC program students. - BTEC Pearson certificate issue fee (where applicable): additional JOD 200 (applies to certain BTEC year groups). - BTEC tuition items are non-refundable and non-transferable. - American program — Jabal Amman: - Grade 1: First JOD 2,205; Second JOD 1,570; Annual JOD 3,775; Special support fee JOD 1,500. - Grade 2: First JOD 2,270; Second JOD 1,610; Annual JOD 3,880; Special support fee JOD 1,500. - Grade 3: First JOD 2,330; Second JOD 1,655; Annual JOD 3,985; Special support fee JOD 1,500. - Grade 4: First JOD 2,425; Second JOD 1,720; Annual JOD 4,145; Special support fee JOD 1,500. - Grade 5: First JOD 2,610; Second JOD 1,845; Annual JOD 4,455; Special support fee JOD 1,500. - Grade 6: First JOD 2,650; Second JOD 1,860; Annual JOD 4,510; Special support fee JOD 1,500. - Grade 7: First JOD 2,835; Second JOD 1,990; Annual JOD 4,825. - Grade 8: First JOD 2,900; Second JOD 2,030; Annual JOD 4,930. - Grade 9: First JOD 2,990; Second JOD 2,095; Annual JOD 5,085. - Grade 10: First JOD 3,255; Second JOD 2,405; Annual JOD 5,660. - Grade 11: First JOD 3,540; Second JOD 2,595; Annual JOD 6,135. - Grade 12: First JOD 3,600; Second JOD 2,640; Annual JOD 6,240. - New-student American-program affiliation fee (non-refundable): JOD 100 (charged at registration and not counted toward annual tuition). - American-program technology/services fees (additional) and advanced-instruction fees apply by grade band (examples shown in the registration guide: JOD 350 additional technology fee for certain American-program grade bands; JOD 200 advanced-teaching fee for Grades 10–12). - Transport (Jabal Amman): - Transport fees are charged per semester (first-semester and second-semester installments) and listed by distance category. Example annual totals shown: Category 1 annual JOD 675 (First JOD 425 / Second JOD 250); Category 2 annual JOD 750 (First JOD 450 / Second JOD 300); Category 3 annual JOD 850 (First JOD 500 / Second JOD 350). If a student did not subscribe to transport in the first semester but wishes to subscribe in the second semester, the transport fee for the first semester is payable at that time. Transport fees are non-refundable. Jubeiha — Tuition and related fees (per semester and annual) - National program (Grades and kindergarten): - Kindergarten (KG/Prep): First JOD 1,420; Second JOD 945; Annual JOD 2,365; Special support fee: none. - Grade 1: First JOD 1,445; Second JOD 1,020; Annual JOD 2,465; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 2: First JOD 1,510; Second JOD 1,070; Annual JOD 2,580; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 3: First JOD 1,555; Second JOD 1,110; Annual JOD 2,665; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 4: First JOD 1,600; Second JOD 1,140; Annual JOD 2,740; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 5: First JOD 1,725; Second JOD 1,215; Annual JOD 2,940; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 6: First JOD 1,725; Second JOD 1,215; Annual JOD 2,940; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 7: First JOD 1,725; Second JOD 1,215; Annual JOD 2,940. - Grade 8: First JOD 1,785; Second JOD 1,255; Annual JOD 3,040. - Grade 9: First JOD 1,880; Second JOD 1,320; Annual JOD 3,200. - Grade 10: First JOD 1,975; Second JOD 1,380; Annual JOD 3,355. - Grade 11: First JOD 2,065; Second JOD 1,450; Annual JOD 3,515. - Grade 12: First JOD 2,225; Second JOD 1,550; Annual JOD 3,775. - Technology services charge (additional): JOD 100 for Grades 1–12 in the national programs. All national-program figures are listed as First-semester installment / Second-semester installment / Annual tuition / Special support fee where applicable. - BTEC (Jubeiha): - Grade 10 (Business / IT): First JOD 1,955; Second JOD 1,400; Annual JOD 3,355. - Grade 10 (Electrical Engineering stream): First JOD 2,140; Second JOD 1,530; Annual JOD 3,670. - Grade 11 (various BTEC streams): First JOD 2,295 or JOD 2,480 depending on speciality; second and annual installments shown in the schedule. - BTEC technology services: additional JOD 150. - Pearson certificate issuance fee (applies to certain BTEC year groups): additional JOD 200. - American program (Jubeiha): - Grade 1: First JOD 1,990; Second JOD 1,420; Annual JOD 3,410. - Grade 2: First JOD 2,050; Second JOD 1,465; Annual JOD 3,515. - Grade 3: First JOD 2,110; Second JOD 1,505; Annual JOD 3,615. - Grade 4: First JOD 2,175; Second JOD 1,550; Annual JOD 3,725. - Grade 5: First JOD 2,235; Second JOD 1,590; Annual JOD 3,825. - Grade 6: First JOD 2,460; Second JOD 1,735; Annual JOD 4,195. - Grade 7: First JOD 2,580; Second JOD 1,830; Annual JOD 4,410. - Grade 8: First JOD 2,670; Second JOD 1,890; Annual JOD 4,560. - Grade 9: First JOD 2,835; Second JOD 1,990; Annual JOD 4,825. - Grade 10: First JOD 3,255; Second JOD 2,410; Annual JOD 5,665. - Grade 11: First JOD 3,540; Second JOD 2,595; Annual JOD 6,135. - Grade 12: First JOD 3,600; Second JOD 2,640; Annual JOD 6,240. - New-student American-program affiliation fee (non-refundable): JOD 100. - American-program technology/service charges are shown by grade band in the guide (examples: JOD 380 for Grades 1–6 and JOD 350 for Grades 7–12 in the Jubeiha guide; an advanced-teaching fee of JOD 200 applies to Grades 10–12). - British (IGCSE / IAL) program — Jubeiha: - Fees are listed per grade/band (First-semester / Second-semester / Annual) — example entries include Grade 1 through Grade 12 with annual totals such as JOD 3,615 (Grade 1), up to JOD 5,500 for the upper IAL/AS and A2 years. Technology-service fees are charged by grade band (examples JOD 380 for younger grades, JOD 350 for older grades). Transport fees (Jubeiha) - Transport categories and example annual totals match the published schedule (Category 1 annual JOD 675; Category 2 annual JOD 750; Category 3 annual JOD 850), charged in two semester installments. Fees are non-refundable and subscription rules apply (if you join transport in second semester, the first-semester transport fee is payable). Other costs and recurring/additional charges - Technology / services fees: additional technology service charges are applied per program and grade band (examples: national programs JOD 100; BTEC JOD 150; American and British program bands JOD 350–380 as shown in the guides). These are charged in addition to the tuition installments. - Exam / certification fees: BTEC/Pearson certificate issuance fees and similar exam-related charges are listed as additional items (example JOD 200 for certain BTEC year groups). External exam fees for British and international exam boards may be charged as specified in the program schedules. - Special education / support fees: where shown in the schedule a ‘‘special education/support'' fee is listed per grade (examples JOD 1,000 for several early grades in the national program at each campus). - Uniforms, books and stationery: specific uniform or book-package charges are not itemized in the registration guides; parents should expect separate charges for uniforms, prescribed textbooks and stationery where applicable (the published registration guides do not list a uniform fee line item). Billing schedule, payment terms and discounts - The school bills tuition as two semester installments: a First-semester installment and a Second-semester installment (each program's schedule shows the two instalments and the annual total as the sum). New students enrolling in the second semester are required to pay the first-semester installment only at registration. Payment may be made in the school finance office (in person) or online via eFAWATEERCOM. Fees displayed in the guides are described as non-refundable and non-transferable. - Early/full-payment discount: a discount on annual tuition is published (an example 10% annual-tuition discount is listed where the payment is made prior to the start of term/installment, per the registration guides). - Sibling discounts: the guides list sibling concessions (examples: a percentage concession for the second sibling and for each younger sibling—guidance in the schedule indicates a 15% concession for the second child and for each younger sibling, subject to the school's terms and conditions). All discounts are subject to the school's policies and conditions as set out in the registration guides. Refunds and cancellations - Published policy language in the registration guides states that the fees shown are non-refundable and non-transferable in the circumstances listed; specific scholarship or exemption arrangements are exceptions governed by the school's regulations. The guides also set out conditions for scholarship-related fee adjustments and for reclaiming awarded amounts if a student transfers. Boarding - No boarding program or boarding fees are listed in the registration guides; boarding services and charges are not applicable. Accepted payment methods - In-person payment at the school Finance Department. - Online payment through eFAWATEERCOM (electronic bill payment service). - The registration guides and the admissions/payment instructions reference these two methods; other payment channels (bank transfer or card) are not itemized in the published guides. Notes: All numeric entries above are shown as published in the school's registration guides for the respective campus programs (amounts are presented in Jordanian dinar, JOD). Where a program or campus applies specific additional service fees (technology, certification, advanced-instruction) or a one-off affiliation fee, those amounts are called out above. All listed tuition and service items are described in the registration guides as non-refundable and non-transferable; discounts and exemptions are conditional and governed by the school's published rules. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements Boarding is not provided. Amman Academy operates as a day IB school for students aged 3 to 18. A bus service is available to support commuting, with safety and security standards. | Boarding arrangements — |
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement The uniform is smart and comfortable. The uniform store is on the Ground Floor, entry from Gate 3, and is open Sunday to Thursday from 9:00 to 14:00. | Uniform requirement — |
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Food options
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Food options The main cafeteria and mobile canteens offer a healthy selection of hot and cold meals and drinks. Lunch boxes from home are encouraged, and snacks or drinks can be purchased during breaks. | Food options — |
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House system
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership Amman Academy is part of Nord Anglia Education, a global network of premium international schools. It joined Nord Anglia Education in 2022. | Governance and ownership The school operates under the supervision of the Islamic Cultural Society. |
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Curriculum details
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Curriculum details The school teaches in English and Arabic. It delivers the International Baccalaureate continuum for ages 3–18, with the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). The 2025 IB Diploma average was 41.63, above the global average, and every student has completed the Diploma for 15 consecutive years, with some achieving a perfect score (45/45). The school benefits from Nord Anglia Education collaborations with UNICEF, The Juilliard School, and MIT, and provides dedicated university guidance and wellbeing support. Learning is enriched by Global Campus projects and on-site facilities such as VR labs, a 437-seat theatre, modern EdTech, a swimming pool, and a full sports complex. The campus emphasizes bilingualism, Jordanian heritage, and a global outlook through connections with peers in more than 30 countries. | Curriculum details IEC Schools in Jabal Amman and Jubaiha offer three main pathways: the National Program leading to the Jordanian Tawjihi, the American Program with AP-based senior years, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme at the Al-Jubeiha campus. The National Program follows the official Jordanian Ministry of Education curriculum and is taught mainly in Arabic, with Elementary (Grades 1–4) and separate Boys (Grades 5–12) and Girls (Grades 5–12) campuses, supplementary platforms such as Bravo, Raz-Plus, ALOHA, and Life Skills integrated into learning, and a BTEC National Program option after Grade 9. In the American Program, Grades 10–12 students study a six-subject load plus mandatory Arabic, Islamic Education, and Jordanian History, with options including AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Computer Science, and AP Psychology. The IB Diploma Programme is offered at Al-Jubeiha with instruction in English and Arabic and includes IB subjects across groups such as Mathematics, Sciences, English, Arabic, Theory of Knowledge, and Digital Tech, under IB authorization since 2018. The Kindergarten programs (KG1–KG2) at Jabal Amman and Jubeiha are bilingual and emphasize early literacy, numeracy, Islamic education, Arabic, and English, using inquiry-based learning. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
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Exam results In 2025, the IB Diploma average score was 41.63, higher than the global average. For 15 consecutive years, every IB Diploma candidate has passed. Twenty-eight students achieved a perfect score of 45 points. | Exam results — |
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Higher education progression
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Higher education progression Graduates gain admission to leading universities worldwide. The university counselling department provides guidance, and scholarships have been awarded to institutions such as Cambridge, Yale, Stanford, Princeton, and MIT. | Higher education progression — |
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning The school provides wellbeing support and university guidance. The Student Life Office curates after-school clubs, events, and field trips to develop leadership, teamwork, and character. The IB Diploma pathway includes Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) to foster social responsibility and personal growth. The community emphasizes leadership, service, and cultural engagement through clubs, events, and cultural celebrations. UNICEF collaboration exposes students to global issues and opportunities to engage in global challenges, alongside Model United Nations and Student Council activities that build communication and collaboration skills. | Social & emotional learning IEC supports social and emotional learning through a dedicated Counseling Department; the American Program – Jabal Amman has conducted mental health and anger management training for teachers and organized adolescence-awareness sessions for students. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN) — | Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN provision. |
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English as an additional language
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English as an additional language The school teaches in both English and Arabic within a bilingual environment, supporting dual-language fluency. | English as an additional language English as an Additional Language is reflected in IEC's British Programme, with English as a Second Language listed among IGCSE subjects. |
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Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing Wellbeing support is provided, with specialist university guidance to support emotional and social development. The Student Life Office coordinates activities and initiatives that promote mental wellbeing and a balanced school life. | Mental wellbeing The Counseling Department provides mental health training for teachers and supports student wellbeing; IEC also runs a University and Career Counseling Department for Grades 10–12. |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding — | Safeguarding The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding policies. |
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities overview
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Facilities overview The Amman Academy campus features a 437-seat theatre with an orchestra pit and advanced lighting and sound. Two additional 400-seat theatres sit on campus, and a dedicated music wing includes four rehearsal rooms and a recording studio. The sports complex spans 10,000 square metres and includes a heated indoor swimming pool, a gymnasium, indoor and outdoor courts, four all-weather pitches, and spectator stands. Three playgrounds provide safe spaces for younger students. Tech-rich spaces include a VR lab, an innovation/STEAM Maker Space, six science labs, and three media centres with almost 100,000 books. | Facilities overview Islamic Educational College operates across two Amman campuses, Jabal Amman and Jubaiha. The Main Library, opened in 1947, serves as the core library with seven satellite libraries and a collection of over 71,000 volumes, plus 385 CD-ROMs and digital resources. Science facilities include laboratories for physics, chemistry, and biology established in 1987 and regularly updated. The campuses host two theaters (Jabal Amman since 1963 and Jubaiha since 1988) and two German-system gymnasiums with multiple courts and a dedicated strength area. Other notable facilities include a Meteorological Station (since 2015/2016) connected to ArabiaWeather, four medical clinics across campuses, two affiliated mosques, and a clock tower. The Jubaiha campus kindergarten features a dining hall, a music room, a computer lab, a library, a gym, a private swimming pool, and outdoor play yards. |
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Sports facilities
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Sports facilities The sports complex includes a gymnasium, indoor and outdoor multi-sport courts, and a heated indoor swimming pool. Four all-weather pitches are surrounded by spectator stands. Outdoor basketball courts provide additional spaces for play. Three playgrounds support younger students and safe outdoor activity. | Sports facilities Two German-system gymnasiums operate on the Jabal Amman and Jubaiha campuses. They are equipped with portable, fixed, and suspended basketball boards, 3 badminton courts, 3 volleyball courts, 6 table tennis tables, full gymnastics equipment with safety mats, and a dedicated Iron Sports Hall for team training and strength conditioning. These facilities are utilized across all school divisions and programs. |
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Academic facilities
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Academic facilities A dedicated VR lab enables immersive learning experiences. An innovation lab with a STEAM Maker Space supports creativity and problem solving. Six science labs provide space for experimentation. Three media centres offer digital resources and books. iPads, laptops, and interactive whiteboards are in every classroom and media centre to support 21st-century learning. | Academic facilities The Main Library, established in 1947, anchors the academic library system with seven satellite libraries on two campuses and a combined collection of over 71,000 volumes, including 385 CD-ROMs and access to periodicals. The library provides print and digital resources, internet access, and services such as circulation, reference and research assistance, library instruction, and current awareness. Science laboratories established in 1987 cover physics, chemistry, and biology and are designed for practical, supervised experiments. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities The Amman Academy Theatre is a 437-seat venue with an orchestra pit and advanced audio-visual systems, used for performances and events. Two additional 400-seat theatres broaden opportunities for drama, debate, and assemblies. A dedicated music wing includes four soundproof rehearsal rooms and a recording studio to support music programs. The theatres and music facilities host performances, concerts, and arts activities throughout the year. The VR lab and STEAM Maker Space provide spaces for student-led projects and clubs in science and technology. | Extra curricular facilities Theaters host school events, performances, and assemblies. IEC runs extracurricular programs including Model United Nations (MUN) conferences. A Summer Camp operates annually with field trips, activities, and a sleepover experience for participants aged 3-16. |
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History
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History Amman Academy opened in 1991 and is located in Khalda, west Amman. It joined Nord Anglia Education in 2022 as its first school in Jordan. The school follows the International Baccalaureate continuum for students from age 3 through 18, and offers a bilingual English-Arabic curriculum. It is a Pre-K to Grade 12 private IB day school teaching ages 3 to 19 bilingual in English and Arabic. | History Islamic Educational College (IEC) traces its origins to the Islamic Culture Society, founded in Amman in 1944. The first IEC campus opened in Jabal Amman in 1946, marking the school's early expansion. In 1947 the schools were established as a non-profit institution and were opened by His Majesty King Abdullah I, with supervision remaining under the Islamic Cultural Society and licensing by Jordan's Ministry of Education. A Jubaiha campus was added in 1988, broadening IEC's geographic reach. IEC offers multiple programs, including British, American, International Baccalaureate (IB), and BTEC pathways alongside a national program, with a continued emphasis on English and Arabic instruction. |
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Community
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Community The Amman Academy Theatre is a 437-seat facility and cultural landmark. The campus includes an indoor pool, outdoor basketball courts, a gymnasium, and two soccer fields, and more than 80% of the school's energy is generated by solar power. The Global Campus connects Amman Academy learners to over 70,000 peers worldwide and provides exclusive collaborations with UNICEF, The Juilliard School, and MIT to enrich learning. The school provides wellbeing support and university guidance to students. | Community IEC operates across two campuses, Jabal Amman and Jubaiha, and maintains affiliated mosques in both locations that serve the school community and nearby residents. The mosques are used for education and worship, with some classes conducted within the mosques for younger students to cover core Islamic foundations. Student life is supported by a Clubs Program, which runs weekly 8‑week sessions as part of the second-semester curriculum. The school fosters community engagement through partnerships with organizations such as Tkiyet Um Ali, Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization, The King Hussein Cancer Foundation, The Children's Museum, and Jordanian volunteer platforms, with a graduation requirement of at least 60 hours of community service during Grades 9–12. IEC also participates in inter-school events, such as AP Jordan Community Day in October 2025, where IEC's American Program led four sessions. |
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Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association — | Parent teacher association Public materials do not publish a stand-alone Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) for IEC. Parent engagement is supported through IEC's digital communications, notably the IEC App that provides families with news, events, grades, and photos. Parents can contact the school via the general email relation@islamic-ec.edu.jo and by phone for inquiries. The Club Program and other student activities provide avenues for family involvement in extracurricular life, and parent participation can occur in conjunction with IEC's community service initiatives and school‑wide activities. Information and channels for involvement are also accessible through the school's general contact pages and communications, such as the app and official emails. |
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Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual The school follows the International Baccalaureate continuum for students aged 3 to 18, delivering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). It is taught in a bilingual English-Arabic environment. In 2025, the IB Diploma average score was 41.63, and 28 students achieved a perfect 45 points. The university counselling department supports students in applying to leading universities worldwide, including MIT, Yale, Stanford and Cambridge. | Academic & intellectual The IEC Clubs Program is a key part of the second-semester curriculum. Clubs run weekly for eight weeks during school hours, providing students with hands-on opportunities to explore hobbies, learn new skills, and connect with peers and teachers outside the traditional classroom. The program supports student talents across a variety of fields, and participants have taken part in inter-school competitions and events organized by the Ministry of Education and private schools. |
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Arts & creative
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Arts & creative Artistic experiences are enhanced through Nord Anglia collaborations, including work with The Juilliard School. The campus includes a 437-seat Amman Academy Theatre that hosts performances and events. The arts program provides opportunities in performing and visual arts as part of a globally connected curriculum. | Arts & creative Clubs include Drama, Photography, Short Film, DIY, Crochet, Embroidery, and other arts-oriented activities. These offerings give students avenues to express creativity and develop artistic skills in a structured, extracurricular context. |
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Cultural & language
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Cultural & language The curriculum is fully bilingual, with instruction in English and Arabic. The school highlights Jordanian heritage and traditions as central to its educational philosophy. Joining Nord Anglia Education in 2022 provides access to global collaborations and resources that enrich learning. | Cultural & language A Spanish club is among the language-focused options, and Arabic language projects have been conducted as part of IEC's language initiatives. The clubs and language work are designed to broaden cultural awareness and language exposure beyond regular classes. |
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Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies The Student Life Office coordinates a broad range of extra-curricular activities and clubs. Wellbeing is integrated into daily life through pastoral support and wellbeing programs. Learning is enriched by Nord Anglia's Global Campus platform, which connects students with peers and projects across more than 30 countries. | Social & hobbies Clubs cover a wide range of social and hobby interests, including Soccer, Chess, Badminton, Basketball, Swimming, Table Tennis, Gardening, and Board Games, among others. Participation provides peer interaction and teamwork outside the classroom setting. |
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Community & service
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Community & service — | Community & service Community service is a graduation requirement for IEC students, with at least 60 hours of volunteer work during high school (Grades 9–12). Students volunteer through IEC partnerships with organizations such as Tkiyet Um Ali, the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization, NAHNO, and the King Hussein Cancer Foundation, among others, and must log official proof of hours. |
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional University guidance and counselling support students in planning for higher education. The Global Campus platform and Nord Anglia collaborations provide exposure to global perspectives and future-focused skills. The school's approach to wellbeing and character development fosters leadership, responsibility, and professional readiness. | Leadership & professional The Clubs Program fosters leadership, relationship-building with teachers and peers, and opportunities to participate in competitions and school events. Activities and portfolios developed through clubs can showcase student initiative and collaboration, supporting personal and professional development. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing runs through the heart of the school's approach, with a strong pastoral care system and emphasis on happiness and resilience. A comprehensive wellbeing program supports physical and mental health, including facilities such as a VR and innovation labs, a 437-seat theatre, an indoor pool, basketball courts, a gym, and two soccer fields. The campus is designed to nurture wellbeing alongside rigorous academic learning. | Lifestyle & wellbeing IEC provides extensive physical activity facilities, including two gymnasiums on the Jabal Amman and Jubaiha campuses with basketball boards, badminton courts, volleyball courts, table tennis, and a dedicated strength-conditioning area. The school also runs a summer camp with field trips, on-site activities, and sleepover experiences to support physical, mental, and social development. |
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Language provision
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Language provision The school operates a fully bilingual curriculum in English and Arabic, delivering IB programming for ages 3 to 18. | Language provision Languages taught include Arabic and English across IEC programs. In the National Program, instruction is primarily Arabic, with English taught in Science and Math and a dedicated English-conversation component for Grades 1–8 to support non-native speakers. The British Programme includes Arabic as a First Language and English as a Second Language, with English-taught core subjects and a German language department within the American Program. The IB program offers English and Arabic across PYP, MYP, and DP, with Arabic B and English B language acquisition options. |
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Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English and Arabic. | Bilingual teaching IEC offers language provision across multiple programs rather than a single school-wide bilingual program. The National Program is delivered primarily in Arabic, with English integrated in Science and Math and an English-conversation component for Grades 1–8 to bolster spoken English. The British Programme uses Arabic as a First Language and includes English as a Second Language, with English-taught subjects and a German department within the American Program. The International Baccalaureate (IB) program provides instruction in English and Arabic across PYP, MYP, and DP, with language-acquisition options in Arabic and English. |
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Immersion programs
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Awards
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Awards — | Awards Al Hussein bin Abdullah II Award for Volunteer Work Service; Khalifa Award for Education; Prince El Hassan Bin Talal Award for Scientific Excellence; Majesty King Abdullah II Award for Excellence, among others. |
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Accreditations
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Accreditations — | Accreditations IEC Schools hold multiple awards and accreditations for educational excellence, as listed on their Awards and Accreditations page. |
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Admissions
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Admissions 1. Enquire online to begin the admissions journey. Amman Academy accepts children aged 3 to 18 from all nationalities. 2. Join us for an interview. After enquiry, you are invited to an online or in-person interview. Interview slots run 8:30 am to 2:00 pm Sunday–Thursday, and 9:30 am to 12:00 pm Saturdays. 3. Take a tour. Take a campus tour to meet educators and explore facilities. Tours help families understand daily life at Amman Academy. 4. Send us your application. Complete the application form and submit supporting documents. Common documents include birth certificate, national ID number in Arabic, a copy of the family booklet, the father's national ID, two passport photos, and vaccination card. For non-Jordanian nationals, provide a certified copy of the residence permit, the child's passport, and both parents' passports. Current parents re-register for the upcoming academic year by 31 May. 5. Entrance exam. After the form and documents are received, your child will sit an age-appropriate entrance exam. | Admissions Online enrollment and initial registration. Guardians access the IEC enrollment portal at iec-school.com and complete the online form for the selected scholastic year, program, and site. The form collects student details, guardian contact information, and program preferences (National Program, British Programme, American Program, International Baccalaureate, or BTEC) and indicates the intended semester. Initial document requirements differ by grade: KG1 and KG2 require two Jordanian birth certificates with the national number, vaccination card, a passport photo with the child's full name on the back, a personal interview with the child, the Jordanian Family Book, and the guardian's ID; Grades 2–12 require a transfer certificate (validated by the Directorate of Private Education), last school results, two copies of the birth certificate, the student's academic record, a passport photo, prior school reports, the guardian ID, and the Jordanian Family Book, plus a valid residence permit for foreigners. Admissions for the scholastic year 2025/2026 specify KG1 for births in 2021, KG2 for births in 2020, and Grade 1 for births in 2019. All documents should be prepared before the start of the academic year. |
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Scholarships
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Scholarships Prestigious scholarships are offered, and graduates have earned scholarships to top universities such as Cambridge, Yale, Stanford, Princeton and MIT. Since 2014, graduates have received more than USD 32.7 million in prestigious scholarships. | Scholarships No scholarships are advertised on IEC's public pages. |
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Waitlist
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Waitlist Most age groups have a waiting list; early registration for the upcoming academic year is advised. | Waitlist — |
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