New English School vs The International School of Choueifat - Amman

	N New English School Amman, Jordan	T The International School of Choueifat - Amman Amman, Jordan
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year JOD 3,650 - 11,900	Fees / year JOD 4,770 - 11,830
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, American Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 1,500	Pupils 1,500
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1997
Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service No
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 The International School of Choueifat – Amman is located in Amman, Jordan, at Wadi Essir 11810 (P.O. Box 316). The campus sits along the Airport Road corridor and is accessible by Amman's main routes. The school serves both Jordanian and international families from a diverse range of backgrounds.
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 ISC-Amman offers education from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school first opened in 1997 serving this whole range, and continues to provide continuity from early years to pre-university level.
School type	School type NES is a private, coeducational school. There are no boarding facilities offered by the school.	School type The school is a private, co-educational, English-medium, independent day school. It does not advertise boarding facilities; there are no boarding options listed for ISC-Amman.
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 The school provides diagnostic testing for placement and offers additional learning support options for students who are behind academically. Services include a six-week Summer School, Special Lessons for targeted subjects, and Full-Special Classes, all available at extra cost.
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 No formal country affiliation is listed for ISC-Amman. It is located in Jordan and runs within the SABIS network.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation There is no formal religious affiliation stated; the school promotes equality regardless of religion.	Religious affiliation ISC-Amman has no religious affiliation listed in its official materials. It presents itself as an English-medium, secular day school.
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 The school day typically runs from 8:00 to 17:00, Sunday to Thursday, with a shorter Saturday schedule (approximately 8:30 to 13:00). Friday is a day off.zeiten may vary by grade level.
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 A public bus service publication for ISC-Amman is not published on the school's official materials. Families generally arrange transportation, and the campus provides contact details for inquiries. The address and contact information are published for parent communication, but no dedicated transport details are listed.
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 Application / Joining fee - A one-time joining fee of JD 900 is required for students from Pre-KG through Grade 12. This joining fee is non-refundable and is not part of the annual tuition. Tuition fees by year group (annual and installment amounts; currency: JD) - Pre-KG — Annual tuition: JD 4,770; Books deposit: JD 140; 1st installment: JD 1,590; 2nd installment: JD 1,590; 3rd installment: JD 1,590. - KG1 — Annual tuition: JD 4,990; Books deposit: JD 245; 1st installment: JD 1,670; 2nd installment: JD 1,660; 3rd installment: JD 1,660. - KG2 — Annual tuition: JD 5,430; Books deposit: JD 260; 1st installment: JD 1,810; 2nd installment: JD 1,810; 3rd installment: JD 1,810. - Grade 1 — Annual tuition: JD 6,710; Books deposit: JD 340; 1st installment: JD 2,250; 2nd installment: JD 2,230; 3rd installment: JD 2,230. - Grade 2 — Annual tuition: JD 6,925; Books deposit: JD 370; 1st installment: JD 2,325; 2nd installment: JD 2,300; 3rd installment: JD 2,300. - Grade 3 — Annual tuition: JD 7,360; Books deposit: JD 370; 1st installment: JD 2,460; 2nd installment: JD 2,450; 3rd installment: JD 2,450. - Grade 4 — Annual tuition: JD 7,745; Books deposit: JD 370; 1st installment: JD 2,585; 2nd installment: JD 2,580; 3rd installment: JD 2,580. - Grade 5 — Annual tuition: JD 7,920; Books deposit: JD 370; 1st installment: JD 2,640; 2nd installment: JD 2,640; 3rd installment: JD 2,640. - Grade 6 — Annual tuition: JD 8,250; Books deposit: JD 370; 1st installment: JD 2,750; 2nd installment: JD 2,750; 3rd installment: JD 2,750. - Grade 7 — Annual tuition: JD 8,695; Books deposit: JD 370; 1st installment: JD 2,900; 2nd installment: JD 2,900; 3rd installment: JD 2,895. - Grade 8 — Annual tuition: JD 9,080; Books deposit: JD 370; 1st installment: JD 3,040; 2nd installment: JD 3,020; 3rd installment: JD 3,020. - Grade 9 — Annual tuition: JD 9,630; Books deposit: JD 400; 1st installment: JD 3,210; 2nd installment: JD 3,210; 3rd installment: JD 3,210. - Grade 10 — Annual tuition: JD 10,260; Books deposit: JD 400; 1st installment: JD 3,420; 2nd installment: JD 3,420; 3rd installment: JD 3,420. - Grade 11 — Annual tuition: JD 11,830; Books deposit: JD 400; 1st installment: JD 3,950; 2nd installment: JD 3,940; 3rd installment: JD 3,940. - Grade 12 — Annual tuition: JD 11,830; Books deposit: JD 350; 1st installment: JD 3,950; 2nd installment: JD 3,940; 3rd installment: JD 3,940. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment schedule: the 1st installment (which includes the first installment of annual tuition, books and bus fees where applicable) is payable immediately; the 2nd installment is due by August 31, 2025; the 3rd installment is due by December 14, 2025. Full payment of school fees needs to be settled during the school's selling week when applicable. Sibling discounts are applied to the 3rd installment. - Sibling discounts: 10% off tuition for the second sibling, 15% for the third sibling, and 20% for the fourth sibling (no discount for a fifth sibling or above). The discount is deducted from the 3rd installment. Boarding fees - The published fee schedule contains no boarding fees. Transportation (bus) fees are published instead; the school operates as a day school and provides bus transport options rather than boarding accommodation. Annual two-way bus fees are JD 805 for Zone A and JD 855 for Zone B; a one-way bus fee is JD 590 for Zone A or B. Other costs and fees - Books/technology: an amount is listed under "Books" as a deposit for each level; for Grades 2–12 the technology fee is included in the books amount. Final settlement of book costs for KG–Grade 8 will be decided at the start of the academic year; for Grades 9–12 the books amount shown is a down payment and is subject to course selection. Tuition does not include final book/technology charges. - Items explicitly excluded from tuition: books (final book costs), technology (where applicable beyond the deposit), transportation, uniform, cafeteria/meals, and extracurricular activities outside school hours are not included in the tuition figures and are charged separately. Annual bus fees (amounts above) are charged in addition to tuition. - Uniforms and cafeteria subscriptions are charged separately; the fee schedule specifies these are not included in tuition. Refund information - All fees are described as strictly non-refundable, except as specified in the ISC-Amman refund policy statement. The published fee document refers to a separate refund policy for any exceptions. Fee payment options - The published fee schedule and admissions forms set out amounts and instalment dates but do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example: which types of card payments, or bank transfer details). For enquiries about accepted payment methods and the practical arrangements for paying instalments, use the school's admissions or finance contacts.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements Day school. No boarding.
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 Cafeteria offers nutritious meals. Students may bring meals. A kiosk sells sandwiches and fresh fruit at break.
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 Private, independent day school. Member of the SABIS Network.
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 ISC-Amman is a non-selective, English‑medium, K–12 school (ages 3+ to 18+) in the SABIS network, educating around 1,000 students from about 25 nationalities. The curriculum is the SABIS Educational System, delivered with the SABIS Point System and the SABIS AMS tracking to monitor progress and close learning gaps. On graduation from Grade 12, students earn the SABIS High School Diploma after completing five compulsory subjects plus two electives, and all graduates receive a globally recognized diploma. The program supports external exam pathways, including AP, Cambridge A‑Levels, and IGCSE; Jordan's MOE regulations permit sitting for one standardized exam. Beginning in Grade 9, two streams—AP Level and Cambridge-based tracks—are offered within the core curriculum, with university counseling starting in Grade 9.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning 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 The SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) is the heart of ISC‑Amman and is a student‑led mini‑society that empowers students to engage in daily school life, offering academic, social, and emotional benefits for all involved. The SLO comprises nine departments, including Academic, Discipline, Wellness, Activities, Outreach, and Social Responsibility, which collectively support students' development beyond the classroom. The Academic Department provides peer tutoring, academic competitions, study groups, and shadow teaching to bolster learning confidence, while the Discipline Department runs bullying‑prevention campaigns to maintain a safe school environment. The SLO is integrated into the timetable as a weekly period, ensuring regular opportunities for activities and skill development. The Wellness Department promotes a healthy lifestyle and supports students' emotional and social wellbeing as part of the SLO's broad wellbeing focus.
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) Special Academic Support is described as a pathway for students who are academically behind, with placement determined by diagnostic tests. Students entering Grade 1 and above are assessed to determine placement, and those behind academically are rarely refused; they may receive one of several solutions at extra cost. Available options include Summer School (six weeks), Special Lessons (extra periods in a subject), and Full‑Special Classes (accelerated programs). ISC‑Amman is described as non‑selective, co‑educational, and English‑medium, and is not presented as a specialist SEN institution. The site does not publish specific SEN categories or a formal list of SEN provisions beyond these options.
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 ISC‑Amman is an English‑medium school. The School Profile notes English as a Second Language as an IGCSE subject, indicating ESL is accommodated within the curriculum. Public materials do not describe a dedicated EAL support program beyond English‑medium instruction, though ESL appears as an exam subject within the IGCSE framework. The absence of a specifically described EAL department or programme is not publicly disclosed beyond these points.
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 Wellness is a formal focus within the SABIS Student Life Organization, with the Wellness Department dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle for students and staff. The SLO includes an Academic Department that supports learning alongside a Discipline Department that runs bullying‑prevention campaigns to foster a safe and respectful environment. The nine SLO departments collectively contribute to social and emotional development, leadership, empathy, and resilience through activities, events, and campaigns. The SLO period is embedded in the weekly timetable to ensure regular engagement with wellbeing activities.
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 Public ISC‑Amman materials describe wellbeing and student life supports (SLO, counseling) but do not publish a standalone safeguarding or child‑protection policy in these public materials. Counseling is listed as a school service, and SLO departments include Welfare‑related functions, suggesting an embedded approach to student welfare without a separate published safeguarding policy. For families seeking safeguarding specifics, the available public material does not provide a dedicated policy text.
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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 The ISC-Amman campus is spacious with modern sports facilities. It includes a semi-Olympic pool, a large sports hall, and outdoor basketball courts. The school theatre has professional sound and lighting for drama and music. Kindergartners have an independent building with an indoor heated pool, a large playground, and a car track.
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 The campus has state-of-the-art sports fields and an all-season track. It includes a semi-Olympic pool, a large sports hall, and outdoor basketball courts. Kindergartners have an independent building with an indoor heated pool, a large playground, and a car track.
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 The Science Department has two laboratories for biology/chemistry and physics. Two computer science rooms and KG-12 classrooms with interactive screens. The library includes KG reading rooms and Britannica online access.
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 —
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 The International School of Choueifat – Amman opened in September 1997, welcoming both Jordanian and international students in Kindergarten through Grade 12. ISC-Amman is a member of the SABIS Network, a long-established global education system. SABIS operates in 20 countries on five continents and educates over 70,000 students using a proven, proprietary system. The network emphasizes a philosophy of top-quality education that prepares students to meet the challenges of a changing world. Today ISC-Amman serves a highly diverse student body of nearly 1,000 students.
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 Major school events include frequent sports competitions between SABIS Network schools and other local schools, with sports days organized by the Student Life Organization and outreach activities. Several musical concerts are held each year, and there are a wide range of activities on Saturdays including ballet, swimming, gymnastics, and taekwondo. ISC-Amman offers a variety of clubs and activities for students, such as arts and crafts, dance, coding, horseback riding, classical ballet, chess, choir, debate, drama, and science. The school theatre and performance spaces support regular music, drama, and assemblies, reinforcing a culture of student participation.
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 A standalone Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is not described in ISC-Amman's public materials. Parent involvement is supported through the SABIS Digital Platform, which provides up-to-date information about students' progress, attendance, disciplinary issues, and contributions to Student Life, and through three term-end reports and opportunities for parent meetings with Academic Quality Controllers or school staff. The SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) coordinates student-life events that involve families, including a broad range of activities such as the Student Life Mini Conference, Arabic Poetry Night, Mother's Day, High School Academic Achievers' Awards, KGs Concerts, Primary Concerts, Steam Competitions, Science Fair, Family Fun Day, Sports Day, Open Day, a School Musical Production, and Graduation. Public calendars and school news are accessible via the SABIS Digital Platform, enabling ongoing family engagement. Family-oriented events such as Graduation, Family Fun Day, Arabic Poetry Night, and Mother's Day illustrate active family involvement in ISC-Amman's community. While a formal PTA is not listed, ISC-Amman emphasizes family engagement through these mechanisms and through SLO-organized events.
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 ISC-Amman provides academic and intellectual enrichment through a variety of clubs and activities offered during and after the school day. The program includes arts and crafts, dance, coding, horseback riding, classical ballet, chess, choir, debating, drama, and science. STEAM-related activities are incorporated through steam competitions and science fairs, encouraging inquiry and teamwork. The school also recognizes academic achievement through events such as High School Academic Achievers' Awards.
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 The Music & Arts program runs from Kindergarten through Upper School, with instruction in art and music and performance experiences. Students participate in music, theatre, and arts activities, including choir, concerts, and art exhibitions, to develop creativity and self-expression. The program emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and performance skills as part of a well-rounded arts education.
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 Cultural activities include Arabic Poetry Night and Folk Dance as part of School Events, reflecting language and cultural appreciation within the student experience. The events calendar features performances and cultural activities that accompany academics, arts, and sports. Saturday activities also include cultural-focused programming alongside other recreational offerings.
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 Students can participate in a range of social and hobby activities, including arts and crafts, dance, coding, horseback riding, classical ballet, chess, choir, debating, drama, and science clubs. Additional leisure options include Saturday offerings such as ballet, swimming, gymnastics, and taekwondo. These activities run alongside the regular sports and arts programs to support personal interests and peer interaction.
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 Major school events include outreach activities as part of the SABIS network. The SABIS Student Life Organization coordinates a broad schedule of student activities and events. The calendar includes Science Fair and Summer Camp, alongside other community-facing events that involve families and the wider school community.
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 Leadership development is supported through the SABIS Student Life Organization and its events. The calendar features the High School Academic Achievers' Awards recognizing student achievement, along with events like the Student Life Mini Conference that promote collaboration and presentation skills.
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 The campus offers extensive sports facilities, including a semi-Olympic-sized swimming pool, a large sports hall, indoor/outdoor basketball courts, and running tracks. After-school and weekend activities include basketball, gymnastics, swimming, tennis, and track and field, with Saturday programs such as ballet, swimming, gymnastics, and taekwondo. The program integrates sports and arts to support students' physical health and well-being.
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 The school uses English as the medium of instruction. Publicly listed information about bilingual programs or language immersion offerings is not available. There is no detail on whether other languages are taught, their levels (beginner to advanced), or language support for non-native speakers of English.
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 —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards Information on past awards won by the school is not publicly available.
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 AI — Accreditation International MSA — Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools NCPSA — National Council for Private School Accreditation CB — College Board CAIE — Cambridge Assessment International Education. These indicate formal, external validation of the school's quality and programs by recognized bodies.
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. Schedule a visit to ISC-Amman. The school strongly recommends booking an appointment to visit the campus, meet with staff, and see the school in action. This helps families understand the environment and ask questions about programs and admission criteria. 2. Application and required documents. There is no application deadline; admissions are accepted on a space-available basis throughout the school year. To start the process, submit the completed Application Form along with documents including three passport photos, a certified copy of the birth certificate, previous school reports, a Medical Clearance Form with vaccination records, a copy of the family book (Jordanians only), copies of the student's passport and parents' residency permits, and copies of the parents' passports. For Grades 4–12, a Certificate of Good Conduct is also required. A joining fee is charged to initiate the admission process. Appointments for diagnostic testing are arranged after registration and initial payment are submitted. 3. Testing/diagnostic assessment. Provided that the application and initial payment are made, students applying for admission sit for an evaluation by ISC staff. Grades 1 and above sit for a diagnostic test as part of the admission process, and the results are used to determine placement. Appointments for diagnostic testing are arranged by the admission officer once the registration is complete. 4. Admission decision. Admission decisions are made after careful evaluation of the candidates, with results of diagnostic testing and previous school records considered on a case-by-case basis. Additional criteria include motivation, social and emotional development, willingness to work hard, and the school's ability to accommodate the candidate's needs. A final admission decision cannot be made without the requested documents. Once accepted and the required fees are paid, a place for the student is reserved. 5. Enrollment and seat reservation. Upon acceptance and payment of the required fees, a place for the student is reserved. This step completes the admissions process and secures the student's enrollment for the upcoming term.
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 No formal scholarship program is described for ISC-Amman.
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Admissions are offered on a space-available basis throughout the school year. There is no publicly described waitlist or pool system; decisions depend on current space availability.
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