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

	N New English School Amman, Jordan	R Rawdat Al-Maaref Schools & College (RAMS) Amman, Jordan
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year JOD 3,650 - 11,900	Fees / year JOD 0 - 7,350
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, American Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 1,500	Pupils 300
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1989
Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The New English School is located in Khalda, a western Amman suburb in Jordan. The campus sits on Amer Bin Malek Street, with the mailing address P.O. Box 154, Amman 11821. The Khalda area is part of West Amman and is accessible by the city's road network.	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 NES caters to nursery (Pre1) and FS1 (Pre2) and upwards. The school is organized into four main divisions: Early Years, Primary School, Lower Secondary School and Upper Secondary School, with the Challengers Department providing additional support.	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 NES is a private, coeducational school. There are no boarding facilities offered by the school.	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 The school reports a student body representing 39 nationalities, indicating a substantial international presence. The most common nationalities are not specified, and a local-to-international ratio is not published.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The Challengers Department offers counselling, guidance, special education and support for students with learning difficulties or language needs. The department has a dedicated wing with sensory paths and a range of therapies, including ABA, DIR, art therapy, swimming therapy, occupational therapy and speech and language therapy. The ratio of teachers to students in Challengers is 3:1, with two full-time counsellors.	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 There is no formal country affiliation stated; the school is anchored in Jordan and serves the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.	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 There is no formal religious affiliation stated; the school promotes equality regardless of religion.	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 The exact start and end times of the regular school day are not published. The school week runs Sunday through Thursday. The office hours are Sunday–Thursday 08:30–15:30 and Saturday 09:30–13:30.	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 The school operates a fleet of 24 buses owned and operated by the school to transport students to and from campus. A bus escort accompanies students to ensure safe pickup and drop-off.	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 - Interview and Entrance Examination Fee: JD 100 (non-refundable). - New Student Registration and Enrolment Fee (one-time): JD 600 (non-refundable). Tuition Fees — annual and per-term (three equal instalments) (Annual tuition shown first, followed by the per-term amount = Annual ÷ 3) - Early Years Department - Pre1 / Nursery / Foundation Stage: JD 3,650 — per term JD 1,216.67. - Pre2 / FS1 / Foundation Stage: JD 3,650 — per term JD 1,216.67. - KG1 / FS2 / Foundation Stage: JD 4,200 — per term JD 1,400.00. - KG2 / Year 1 / Foundation Stage: JD 4,200 — per term JD 1,400.00. - Grade 1 / Year 2 / Key Stage 1: JD 4,400 — per term JD 1,466.67. - Primary Department - Grade 2 / Year 3 / Key Stage 2: JD 4,850 — per term JD 1,616.67. - Grade 3 / Year 4 / Key Stage 2: JD 4,950 — per term JD 1,650.00. - Grade 4 / Year 5 / Key Stage 2: JD 5,200 — per term JD 1,733.33. - Grade 5 / Year 6 / Key Stage 2: JD 5,400 — per term JD 1,800.00. - Lower Secondary Department - Grade 6 / Year 7 / Key Stage 3: JD 5,500 — per term JD 1,833.33. - Grade 7 / Year 8 / Key Stage 3: JD 5,600 — per term JD 1,866.67. - Grade 8 / Year 9 / Key Stage 3: JD 5,700 — per term JD 1,900.00. - Upper Secondary Department - Grade 9 / Year 10 / Key Stage 4 (IGCSE & AP): JD 8,850 — per term JD 2,950.00. - Grade 10 / Year 11 / Key Stage 4 (IGCSE & AP): JD 8,850 — per term JD 2,950.00. - Grade 11 / Year 12 / Key Stage 5 (AS/A2) & Advanced Placement: JD 11,900 — per term JD 3,966.67. - Grade 12 / Year 13 / Key Stage 5 (AS/A2) & Advanced Placement: JD 11,900 — per term JD 3,966.67. Discounts (applied to tuition only) - Sibling discounts: 5% for the second child; 10% for the third and every subsequent sibling. - Alumni & diplomatic staff discount: 20% for children of NES alumni and diplomats. - Early full-payment discount: 7% for those who pay the full tuition amount by 30/5/2025. Other compulsory and commonly charged fees - Supplies (textbooks, copybooks, yearbook): - Nursery–Year 1: JD 550. - Years 2–9: JD 650. - Year 10 & Year 12 (IGCSE): JD 650. - Grades 9–12 (AP): JD 750. - Year 11 & Year 13 (IGCSE): JD 450. - Advanced Computer & Information Technology fee (all years): JD 250. - International assessment programmes (Years 2–9): Cambridge Checkpoint / CEM / CAT4 / Progression Test: JD 650. - Challengers Department (where applicable): - Years 2–9: JD 3,800. - Years 10–13: JD 4,000. - Special support (per-subject) — British System / AP / BTEC: - Years 3–9: JD 1,300 per subject. - Years 10–13: JD 1,600 per subject. - Transportation fees: - Zone one (round trip): JD 800. - Zone two (round trip): JD 850. - Zone one (one way): JD 500. - Zone two (one way): JD 550. - Accidents insurance and medical services (annual): JD 100 (coverage up to JD 1,000 each year per student). - Note: Fees for school uniform, food, trips, extracurricular activities and school camps are charged separately. Boarding - No boarding fees are listed on the published tuition and fees information; boarding is not shown as an available fee category. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment instalments: three equal instalments are required. Instalment due dates listed are: - 1 April 2025; 1 August 2025; 1 December 2025. - Methods of payment accepted: Cash, Cheques or Credit Card. Post-dated cheques should be submitted together on the registration dates. - Late payment and returned cheque policy: Interest will be added in case of delay in payment or returned cheques. The school reserves the right to withhold records of withdrawing students until all outstanding payments are settled and to place students from the waiting list if payments in full are not received by the due date. Refunds and non-refundability - Interview/entrance examination fee and new student registration/enrolment fee are non-refundable. - Charges paid and/or outstanding are not refundable in case of absence, dismissal or withdrawal. Payment options - Accepted payment methods: Cash, Cheques and Credit Card. Post-dated cheques are required to be submitted at registration for instalment plans. (Details above are taken from the school's published tuition and fees information for NES.)	Fee details —
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements The school has two on-campus residence halls for boarding students. A dry cleaners house provides cleaning and ironing services for boarding students and visiting delegations.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform is mandatory and must be worn with pride. The uniform details are provided in a Code of Conduct booklet. Uniform compliance is recognised in the NES house system and contributes to House Points.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options NES operates an on-site cafeteria with food handling supervised by the school's medical team. There is an emphasis on healthy lunch boxes, and the policy discourages fizzy drinks, crisps and chocolates.	Food options There are on-campus dining facilities, including restaurants and cuisine on campus; the kindergarten section notes a breakfast restaurant on site.
House system	House system NES has four houses: Aqaba, Jerash, Petra and Wadi Rum. Students are assigned to a house on entry, with families and siblings placed in the same house. House Points are awarded for positive behaviour and participation, including for uniform and language use, and a range of house events throughout the year.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership NES is governed by a Board of Governors, which is the highest authority in the school's organisation. The board has 10 members and oversees progress and strategy; it meets three to four times a year and delegates day-to-day work to four subcommittees. The school is described as a private, coeducational institute.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The New English School uses a British, Cambridge-based curriculum across four main stages: Early Years, Primary (Years 2–6), Lower Secondary (Years 7–9) and Upper Secondary (Years 10–13), with an English-only stream offered alongside a bilingual Arabic–English program.	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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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning NES provides a safe and supportive learning environment and a whole-school approach that prioritizes students' mental and emotional health; concerns about health and well-being can be directed to the Safeguarding Team for assistance.	Social & emotional learning RAMS supports social and emotional learning through a dedicated Counseling Centre that provides educational counseling services and coordinates with external trainers and lecturers to support students.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The Challengers Department offers counselling, guidance, special education and support for individual students with learning difficulties, educational gaps or language acquisition issues, including an ABA specialist, Flowtime DIR, art therapy specialist, swimming therapist, occupational therapist, speech and language therapist, a 3:1 teacher-to-student ratio, and two full-time counsellors.	Special educational needs (SEN) RAMS has a Special Needs Department that provides special education for diagnosed cases, with individual or small-group instruction, curriculum modifications, a one-to-one focus, and a counseling component.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school provides an English Only Stream introduced about ten years ago as an alternative to traditional bilingual education; a dedicated EAL department is not publicly described.	English as an additional language RAMS offers a highly developed English language program; English is the language of instruction for Science and Mathematics from the first grade, and French is offered from KG through grade 6.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing NES has a whole-school approach to mental and emotional health, making it a priority and enabling students to seek support from the Safeguarding Team.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported via the Counseling Centre, which provides educational counseling and coordinates with trainers inside and outside Jordan to support student welfare.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding A Child Welfare Subcommittee of the Board of Governors exists to implement pastoral care, and the school has a formal Child Welfare and Safety policy and procedures documented in the Staff Handbook.	Safeguarding The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding and child protection.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The New English School's campus combines comprehensive academic, athletic and creative facilities. Laboratories support science and technology learning with up-to-date equipment. The library can accommodate up to 15,000 books and provides computers for student research. The arts area includes a fully equipped theatre with seating for more than 300 and dedicated drama, dance and music studios. For sport and wellbeing, there are two football fields (one reserved for primary-year students), three indoor PE courts, three outdoor basketball courts and two indoor swimming pools, complemented by on-site health services and a large transport fleet.	Facilities overview RAMS sits on a 41,000-square-meter campus in Khalda, Amman, with a broad range of facilities to support academic life and student well-being. An indoor, central-heated swimming pool and an Olympic-size pool (12 m by 26 m, depth 4.5 m) support swimming programs. There are 12 Olympic-size outdoor courts for basketball, volleyball, badminton and tennis, along with a football court. The central library covers about 750 square meters, houses around 40,000 titles, is computerized with a barcode system, and is supported by two full-time librarians and assistants. RAMS provides five advanced science laboratories (two general science labs, physics, chemistry, biology) with a preparation room; a language laboratory and computer labs support ICT, and on campus there are a museum, music and art spaces, vocational workshops, a school clinic, restaurants, and residence halls.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school's sports facilities include two football fields (one reserved for primary-year students), three indoor PE courts, three outdoor basketball courts, and two indoor swimming pools for year-round use. The NES Sports Club offers courses in football, basketball, jiu-jitsu, swimming and gymnastics, with private classes available if needed.	Sports facilities RAMS offers extensive sports facilities on a 41,000-square-meter campus, including a football court and 12 Olympic-size courts for basketball, volleyball, badminton and tennis. It has a central-heated indoor gym and an indoor swimming pool, plus an Olympic-size pool (12 m x 26 m) with a depth of 4.5 m and separate changing rooms. Outdoor spaces include grass fields and additional arenas for PE and team sport.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school provides dedicated laboratories for science disciplines (physics, chemistry and biology) equipped with modern tools to support hands-on experimentation. Computer labs and other technology resources support digital learning and research activities. The library is a focal point for study, housing up to 15,000 books and publications and offering dedicated study bays alongside student-accessible computers. Additional academic spaces include assembly and performance areas integrated with the theatre spaces for presentations and events.	Academic facilities Five advanced laboratories, each about 160 square meters, include two general science labs and dedicated physics, chemistry, and biology labs with a preparation room. A language laboratory and multiple computer labs support ICT across the curriculum. The library is a central 750-square-meter facility with around 40,000 titles and full barcode cataloging. KG classrooms feature hexagon designs and dedicated spaces to support early learning.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Creative facilities include a theatre with seating for 300+ and well-appointed drama, dance and music studios, enabling performance arts activities. The library hosts learning games, movie nights and debates as part of after-school enrichment. In addition to arts and library activities, the NES Sports Club offers structured programs in football, basketball, jiu-jitsu, swimming and gymnastics, supporting a broad range of extracurricular interests.	Extra curricular facilities Creative facilities include dedicated music and art rooms and a drama space, supported by Fine Arts programs. Vocational workshops and a video presentation room complement creative activities. A museum on campus expands science learning and cultural engagement. The library's reading programs and activities support student engagement.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The New English School was founded in 1986 as a private, coeducational institution in the West Amman suburb of Khalda, offering the British Curriculum. The campus spans 26,000 square meters of built area on 19,000 square meters of land, and the student body exceeds 1,500 students representing 39 nationalities. Approximately ten years after its founding, NES introduced an English Only Stream to provide an English medium option alongside traditional bilingual education. Since 1991 NES has been a recognized Teaching Institution and Examinations Centre accredited by Edexcel (London) and Cambridge International Examination Authorities, and it also offers the American High School Diploma through Accreditation International. NES is a member of ECIS and CIS.	History RAMS traces its roots to a Jerusalem school founded in 1896 by Sheikh Mohammed Suleiman Al-Saleh. After his death, his descendants extended the family's educational work, with Naimeh Barakat and her husband Jamil Barakat establishing two model schools in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. In 1989, Barakat family members established RAMS in Amman, Jordan, creating a private educational village for KG through Grade 12. RAMS adopted international programmes from the outset, with the IGCSE and related foreign curricula beginning in 1989 as the Jordan campus developed. The Amman campus spans about 41,000 square meters and hosts multiple schools and departments as part of RAMS.
Community	Community The New English School has a diverse student body drawn from 39 nationalities. Community life is supported by a broad program of cultural and extracurricular activities, and communications are published via the Yearbook and Newsletter. Annual events such as the Christmas holiday are highlighted on the school's events calendar. Facilities including a theatre, indoor swimming pool, laboratories and libraries support a rich, engaging campus life.	Community RAMS' community is built through school‑led engagement with families across KG to Grade 12, with an organized plan that divides teachers into committees (Religious, Social, School Broadcast, Volunteer, School Activities, Excellence, and School Discipline) to coordinate activities. The committees coordinate events and activities that involve families as part of school life. Parent engagement is formalized through welcoming parents and students at the start of each semester, monthly renewal of corridor and classroom boards, birthday celebrations, and a ‘one family' culture linking administration, teachers, and parents. The RAMS community includes literacy events such as annual book fairs, and it participates in international recognitions like the Queen Rania UK Learning Awards. RAMS also runs community events including Run For Life to engage the broader community.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association A formal Parent Teacher Association is not described in publicly available NES materials. Parent input, where present, is channeled through the Board of Governors, and inquiries can be addressed to the chairman. Parental engagement is also reflected in school communications and events such as the Christmas holiday, the Yearbook and the Newsletter. The school recognizes staff and student achievements through a monthly Chairman's Award. Admissions information shows parent-facing processes and discounts, indicating ongoing parental involvement in school life. Where no PTA is listed, NES maintains parent engagement through governance channels and year-round school activities.	Parent teacher association RAMS organizes parent involvement through school‑led committees that coordinate activities. The committees include Religious, Social, School Broadcast, Volunteer, School Activities, Excellence, and School Discipline, which organize events and activities with family participation. Parent engagement is formalized through welcoming parents and students at the start of each semester, with monthly renewal of corridor and classroom boards to maintain a shared environment. Students' birthdays are celebrated weekly with department support, and students are encouraged to participate in the school broadcasts to build confidence and public speaking. RAMS emphasizes community service and vocational education as core elements of its program, including Vocational skills, University Orientation, and Community Service. The Run For Life initiative demonstrates RAMS' engagement with families and the wider Jordanian community.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual NES follows the Cambridge international curriculum, including Checkpoints, IGCSE and AS/A-levels. The Cambridge Primary Programme is used in the Primary years, and the English National Curriculum with the Cambridge framework is adopted in the Early Years (Years 1–2) with English as the language of instruction. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, with skills such as analysing, reasoning, evaluating, problem solving and decision making, and uses learning through play to support development in the early years. The school also incorporates the Finnish Education System as a complementary element in the Early Years.	Academic & intellectual RAMS offers a holistically rigorous academic program that combines Jordanian MOE requirements with elements of an international curriculum. English is the language of instruction for Science and Math from the first grade, supported by a strong English language program. French is offered from kindergarten through grade 6, and ICT classes begin in KG and continue through the upper grades. The program also includes University Orientation and Community Service, with Special Education Needs support; explicit STEM, robotics, debate, or math-competition clubs are not listed on RAMS's program pages.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school places emphasis on arts education, with programs in art, music and drama. A fully equipped theatre seats more than 300 and includes drama, dance and music studios to support performances and productions. The arts are visible across the school's curricular and co-curricular activities. The theatre and arts facilities are designed to support assemblies, performances and creative projects.	Arts & creative RAMS provides arts and creative activities through Fine Arts classes, including music, art, and drama. The school has dedicated spaces for the arts, including three music halls and four ateliers to present student works. RAMS also supports performing arts, with a ballet/dance program and a dedicated dance space. Overall, arts are integrated across the curriculum to develop creativity and expression.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language NES has a diverse student body with 39 nationalities. The language of instruction is English, with English being the main language in the Early Years while Arabic is taught as part of the curriculum; the Early Years also follows a bilingual approach. An English Only Stream was introduced to accommodate the foreign community. The Finnish Education System is integrated into the Early Years as a complementary framework.	Cultural & language RAMS emphasizes language development, with English as the language of instruction for Science and Math and French offered from KG through grade 6. The school community includes students from 33 nationalities, reflecting a diverse cultural environment. Library activities include reading initiatives and author visits; English language offerings include Oxford English and additional French study as part of the program. The RAMS site notes language and cultural programming as part of its curriculum.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies NES offers multiple sports clubs, including Football, Basketball, Gymnastics, Swimming and Jiu-jitsu. The school supports student leadership through the Students Council, Model United Nations and a Houses system. The Yearbook and PTA are active components of student life, providing additional extracurricular opportunities. Sports facilities, clubs and student activities are part of the overall school experience.	Social & hobbies RAMS runs a Scouting and Guiding Squad to foster adventure, discipline, and teamwork. Regular physical education classes and access to extensive sports facilities support student well-being. Library activities and reading-related events provide intellectual enrichment outside class hours. The arts and performing arts offerings also contribute to social and creative engagement.
Community & service	Community & service Community service and volunteering are integrated into the high school program, including service hours and career-related training. The program supports personal growth, career readiness and civic engagement as part of the high school experience.	Community & service Community Service is a core component of RAMS's educational program. Students participate in volunteering and social responsibility initiatives as part of their learning. The school has hosted outreach activities such as Run For Life in partnership with community organizations. These programs connect academic study with service learning.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Leadership development is fostered through the Students Council, MUN and the school houses system. Careers & University Counselling supports student planning and university preparation. The Upper Secondary curriculum includes IGCSE in Years 10–11 and AS/A-level courses in Years 12–13, with a range of options including AP and Pre-AP courses. The American High School Diploma (AHSD) offers a four-year path (Grades 9–12) aligned with U.S. standards and Jordanian requirements.	Leadership & professional University Orientation is provided to support post-secondary planning. Vocational skills are included as part of the educational program, highlighting practical and career-ready elements. The RAMS site does not list explicit student leadership programs or entrepreneurship clubs on its program pages. Leadership development appears to be embedded in the overall program rather than as separate named clubs.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school provides on-site Health Services with a medical team and periodic dental visits. The Challengers Department offers extensive therapies and support, including ABA, Flowtime DIR, an art therapy specialist, a swimming therapist and speech-language therapy, with a 3:1 teacher-to-student ratio and two full-time counsellors. The Social and Emotional Well-being focus is embedded in the school culture, emphasizing mindfulness and holistic development.	Lifestyle & wellbeing RAMS offers extensive sports facilities, including a football court, 12 basketball/volleyball/tennis courts, a central indoor pool, and a large multi-use gym. A dedicated swimming pool and indoor gymnasium support physical education and competitive teams. Primary-level programs include two weekly physical education sessions and use of the school's comprehensive athletic facilities. The school also supports outdoor and fitness activities as part of its wellbeing approach.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is used for instruction in the English Only Stream. In Lower Secondary, Arabic language subjects (Arabic language, Religion and Arabic Social Studies) are taught using the Jordanian Ministry of Education curriculum. The school uses English-language curricula for international programs, including the British-based pre-IGCSE programme (based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales), the Cambridge International Primary Programme (endorsed since 2010/2011), and the American High School Diploma program under Accreditation International.	Language provision English is the language of instruction for Science and Math from Grade 1, supported by a highly developed English language program. French is offered from KG through Grade 6. Arabic is taught as a core language; in the IGCSE program all subjects are taught in English except for Arabic, Religion and Social Studies; for non-Arabic speakers, Religion and Social Studies are taught in English and intensive Arabic classes are provided as needed. In Kindergarten, English and Arabic are taught bilingually, with French available as a second language.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers an English Only Stream as an alternative to traditional bilingual education. The English Only Stream began in Early Years.	Bilingual teaching Bilingual teaching is implemented in the Kindergarten Department (KG I and KG II). Each KG class has two homeroom teachers for English and Arabic, delivering bilingual instruction in the language of instruction. French is offered as a second language in kindergarten.
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Accreditations	Accreditations The New English School is a private, coeducational institution located in the West Amman suburb of Khalda, Jordan, serving nursery (Pre1) and FS1 (Pre2) students upwards. The school has a diverse community with over 1,500 students and 39 nationalities. The school offers an English-language instruction model with an English-Only Stream introduced about a decade ago, alongside a broader bilingual framework in younger years.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Step 1: Applications for admission can be obtained from the Admissions Office or by filling out the online form. The application should be submitted along with the previous year's school record and other official documents. The Admissions Office will acknowledge receipt and provide guidance on the next steps. Step 2: The school uses a placement test and CAT4 (Cognitive Abilities Test) as part of the admission process, with CAT4 able to be administered online for students transferring from outside Jordan. Step 3: Applicants will be interviewed by the relevant department as part of the assessment. Step 4: Admission decisions are communicated to families, and tuition arrangements follow with the published tuition structure and potential discounts.	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 Discounts and financial awards include: siblings discounts, and 20% discounts for children of NES alumni and for children of the diplomatic corps. The top three ranking students for the academic year in each grade across all sections receive 40%, 30% and 20% discounts on the following year's tuition fees, respectively. A monthly Chairman's Award is given to a teacher, an admin staff member and a student for special accomplishment.	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.
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