Compare IB Curriculum International Schools in Addis ababa, Ethiopia

International Community School of Addis Ababa

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees ETB 2,609,354 - 36,520

Pupils 1000

Type Co-educational

International Community School of Addis Ababa is a non-profit international school in Ethiopia serving students aged 3 to 18. It is an IB World School offering a full continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP). In addition, the school provides a BTEC qualification and a bespoke curriculum. The DP has been offered since 1982, with the CP added to complete the continuum. The 15-acre campus hosts two grass fields, a FIFA-certified pitch, a 25-meter Aquatics Center and hubs for Elementary and Middle School, plus High School Art Room. An Office of Learning Garden anchors outdoor learning with a student-run garden. ICS draws from over 70 nationalities and offers 200+ activities, 17 service clubs, Model United Nations, a STEAM team, ISSEA participation. The Eagles Leadership Program and Home Language Program with eight languages reinforce student leadership, service, and intercultural engagement globally.

Location

Mauritania Rd, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Stages

Early Years 3 to Grade 12 (Primary, Middle, and High School)

Type

Non-profit international school

Pupil Nationality Mix

80+ nationalities represented among our school community

Additional learning support

Learning Support in each grade; English as an Additional Language (EAL); Occupational Therapy; Speech and Language Therapy; Counseling; Evaluations; Student Transition Educational Program

Country affiliation

Ethiopia

School day structure

School hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:00 AM–3:20 PM (3:25 PM for MS/HS); Wednesday 8:00 AM–2:00 PM (2:05 PM for MS/HS); After School Activities 3:30–4:30 PM

Uniform Requirement

Uniform for physical education and sports is required for grades 4–12.

Food Options

Lunch is an additional expense. There is an informal weekly on-campus food market called Food makes us happy, organized via a PTO WhatsApp group for preorders.

Governance and Ownership

ICS Addis is a not-for-profit independent school governed by a Board of Governors acting on behalf of the ICS Association (parents and staff). The Board oversees the Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan and fiduciary oversight, and delegates operational authority to the Head of School. There are two standing committees, Finance and Governance, and statutes and bylaws govern the association.

Tuition fees (annual and per semester, by grade level)

- Early Years 3–4 (Half Day): Annual tuition USD 11,760 — Per semester USD 5,880.
- Early Years 3–4 (Full Day): Annual tuition USD 19,130 — Per semester USD 9,565.
- Early Years 5 (Kindergarten) / Grades 1–5: Annual tuition USD 29,520 — Per semester USD 14,760.
- Grades 6–8 (Middle School): Annual tuition USD 33,480 — Per semester USD 16,740.
- Grades 9–10 (High School): Annual tuition USD 35,120 — Per semester USD 17,560.
- Grades 11–12 (High School): Annual tuition USD 36,520 — Per semester USD 18,260.

All tuition figures are in United States dollars (USD). Semester tuition is half of the annual tuition; semester tuition and the annual capital fee must be paid in full for any student enrolled for any portion of a semester.

Application, registration and capital fees

- New student application fee (all grades): USD 300 (non‑refundable).
- New student capital fee:
- Early Years 3–4: USD 300 (credited toward the EY5 capital fee).
- Early Years 5 – Grade 12: USD 10,000.
- Returning student registration fee (credited toward next year's tuition): USD 300 (non‑refundable).
- Returning student capital fee:
- Early Years 3–4: USD 300 (credited toward EY5).
- Early Years 5: USD 10,000.
- Grades 1–12: USD 1,500.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school year is divided into two semesters. Tuition and capital fee payments are due two weeks before the first day of each semester.
- Payment deadlines (example schedule): organizations pay annual tuition and capital fee by 31 July; individuals must pay first semester tuition and full capital fee by 31 July and second semester tuition by 26 December. Tuition and capital fees must be paid in full before a student may attend classes.
- Late payment finance charges: up to two weeks after invoice due date — 2.5% of the total amount due; between two and six weeks — 5% of the total amount due. If payments are not made within six weeks of the original due date, the student(s) will not be permitted to attend classes or participate in school events until all amounts and finance charges for the entire semester (or year for organizations) are paid in full.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not charged; there are no separate boarding fees listed (no boarding programme fees apply).

Other costs and optional fees

- Lunch (charged separately; lunch deposits must be made in cash).
- Laptop deposit (Grades 6–8) and laptop purchase (Grades 9–12).
- International athletics and activities trips (variable, charged as applicable).
- Uniform for physical education and sports (Grades 4–12).
- Specialized student support (when required):
- Speech and Language Therapy (annual): USD 1,950.
- Occupational Therapy (annual): USD 1,950.
- STEP Program Level 1 (annual): USD 5,880 (includes SLT and OT services).
- STEP Program Level 2 (annual): USD 9,790 (includes SLT and OT services).
- Specialized assessments: If required by the school — one‑time USD 500; if requested by the family — one‑time USD 2,000.
- Families with more than two children receive tuition reductions applied to the third and subsequent children: 3rd child = 5% reduction; 4th child = 10% reduction; 5th and subsequent = 15% reduction (applies to annual tuition only).

Refund information and cancellation policy

- Cancellation of enrollment must be communicated to the Registrar in writing.
- If cancellation is received before the first day of a semester: tuition and capital fee payments already made will be refunded in full for semester 1 cancellations; if cancellation is before semester 2 begins, semester 2 tuition will be refunded in full.
- If cancellation is communicated on or after the first day of a semester: there is no refund of the semester tuition or the capital fee.
- Application and registration fees and the annual capital fee are paid in full and are not prorated or refundable.
- If the campus is closed and the school moves to online delivery for reasons beyond the school's reasonable control, tuition will not be refunded.

Fee payment options and practical payment details

- All tuition and fees must be paid in USD or other hard currency. Accepted payment methods: cash, personal USD check, wire transfer, NR check or FCY check. Cash and checks may be submitted to the Cashier Office; cash payments over USD 2,000 must be deposited directly at the bank.
- Credit card payments can be accepted directly at the school cashier for small transactions (for example, application fee or laptop deposit); larger tuition payments are normally handled by check or wire transfer. Lunch deposits must be made in cash. The school cannot provide refunds in USD cash; refunds are made in Ethiopian birr cash, USD check, or by bank transfer.
- Wire / bank transfer details: the school maintains a US bank account (TD Bank NA) for USD transfers and provides routing and SWIFT instructions; parents are instructed to include the student name and grade on the transfer and to submit transfer confirmation to the Business Office. All bank transfer costs and fees are the responsibility of the payer. Contact the Business Office / Accounts Receivable for full payment details.

Curriculum

ICS Addis is an IB World School offering a full IB continuum. It provides the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Elementary, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–8 in the Middle School and Grades 9–10 in the High School, the Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12, and the Career-related Programme (CP) for Grades 11–12. The DP has been offered since 1982 and the CP was added to complete the continuum. The MYP is taught in the Middle School (Grades 6–8) and High School (Grades 9–10).

Student Teacher Ratio

Student-Teacher ratio: 8:1.

Exam Results

High School Profile 2025-26 shows DP candidates: 35; bilingual diplomas awarded: 9; highest DP points awarded: 40. SAT score averages: total 1133 (Reading and Writing 565; Mathematics 568).

Higher Education Progression

Graduates attend a wide range of universities worldwide, including Quinnipiac University, Randolph-Macon College, RISD, and others in the United States. Universities listed also include the University of Toronto and the University of British Columbia, among several institutions in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and beyond.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Social-emotional learning is at the forefront of the Middle School Advisory program. Positive Action is an international curriculum that teaches self-management and responsible decision-making. Advisory meetings run 45 minutes at the start of school four days each week, with small groups that help students build connections with peers and a trusted adult. The focus of Advisory centers on promoting student wellbeing, gaining self-management skills, and taking ownership of their path to success through goal-setting. A focus on SEL is associated with improvements in academics and overall wellbeing.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The Department of Student Support Services includes Learning Support, English as an Additional Language (EAL), Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Counseling, Evaluations, and a Student Transition Educational Program. Learning Support is offered in each section, with a learning support teacher in every grade from Early Years to Grade 5. EAL provides support for students developing their English language proficiency. A Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) with RTI identifies and addresses academic, emotional, and behavioral needs, providing Tier 1–3 interventions as appropriate. The school describes itself as responsibly inclusive and remains transparent about the scope of services offered.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

EAL provides support for students developing their English language proficiency.

Mental Wellbeing

Counseling provides emotional and social support to students, as well as university and career guidance to help students plan for life beyond school. A Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) is used to identify and address students' academic, emotional, and behavioral needs, with tiered interventions as required to support growth and wellbeing. The school is committed to supporting the academic, social, and emotional wellbeing of students.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and Child Protection are prioritized to prevent harm to children's health or development, with safeguarding living up to a whole-community responsibility. Staff, students, and families are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the safeguarding handbook to identify and respond to concerns. Key safeguarding practices include a rigorous approach to suspected abuse, comprehensive community education, safe recruitment, clear reporting channels, and campus safety. There are clear reporting channels and confidential forms, with a dedicated safeguarding response team available to support the community.

Admissions

1. Preparing to apply to ICS. The admissions team supports families through transition and aims to make the process welcoming and transparent. The school is committed to ensuring that all students learn and engage at high levels, and this begins during admissions as the applicant is met and assessed to understand their learning profile and how they might benefit from the ICS program.

2. Applying to Early Years 3 and 4. Early Years 3 and Early Years 4 include students aged 3 to 5. Applications open on November 1 for the next school year. EY3 and EY4 students may start school at any time; there is no deadline. For Admissions Regulations and placement, access the More Information option.

3. Applying from within Ethiopia. Local applicants are those living or attending school in Ethiopia. The local applicant process aims to support a planned transition for these students. Applications open on November 1 for the next school year; Starting School is August enrollment only; Deadline is May 15 for the next school year. For local applicant regulations, access the More Information option.

4. Applying from outside of Ethiopia. International applicants are considered in order of receipt of all application requirements and are admitted on a space-available basis if they meet admissions criteria. Applications open on November 1 for the next school year. Starting School is Open throughout the school year for Early Years 5 to Grade 8; contact ICS for Grades 9–12. Deadline is None. For Admissions Regulations, access the More Information option.

5. Space Availability. Spaces may be limited in some grade levels and in some student support services programs. Families with children who might need special services are encouraged to contact ICS early to determine if appropriate supports can be provided. As an international community school, spaces for Ethiopian citizen students are limited. Contact the Admissions Office for up-to-date information on space availability.

6. Take the Next Step. Online Application: Complete the initial application form on a computer and upload electronic passport-style photos of the applicant and parents/guardians. You can access your account and stay up-to-date with the application through the OpenApply mobile app.

Application Requirements: After submitting the application form, a personalized checklist of requirements is shown; Parents are responsible for obtaining the application requirements.

Application Review and Feedback: After all admissions requirements are received, the Admissions Committee will review the applicant's file and may request additional information, including assessments, interviews or observations, to determine the best fit. During the school year, feedback is provided within two weeks of receipt of a completed application.

Admissions Decision: If accepted and space is available, an offer of acceptance is issued with an Enrollment Contract. If accepted but no space is available, the applicant is placed on the wait list or wait pool based on Applicant Priority Guidelines. If the school cannot meet the applicant's needs, the family is notified and the admissions team can provide recommendations for alternative schooling options in Addis.

Enrollment: Upon receiving the Enrollment Contract, the space is confirmed. If applying for enrollment at a future date, the Admissions Office will stay in touch to support the transition and start of school. If applying for immediate enrollment, internal enrollment processes are initiated and family orientation is organized prior to the first day of school.

Admissions Policy: The school serves the educational needs of the international community in Addis Ababa. ICS Addis accepts students who can be successful in the regular academic program and does not discriminate on religion, ethnicity or national origin, or gender in its admissions and educational policies. Admission is based upon completed application forms, previous school records, and results from previous or current academic testing to determine the applicant's potential to benefit, the school's capacity to meet educational needs, and the ability to meet behavioral or emotional needs.

Scholarships

ICS Addis provides four merit scholarships each year to high achieving Ethiopian students entering Grade 9. The merit scholarship is need-blind and based on merit. Applicants must be nominated by their school and cannot apply independently. Applicants take a three-hour exam in English, mathematics, and cognitive ability. Each year there are 16 scholarship students in Grades 9–12. The scholarship covers full-tuition for four years, enrolling each scholarship recipient into ICS throughout High School.

Waitlist

Waitlist. If an applicant is accepted but no space is available, the applicant is placed on the wait list or wait pool. The wait list/pool is used to fill spaces as they become available. Decisions regarding placement follow the Applicant Priority Guidelines.

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Sandford International School

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees ETB 6,575

Pupils 400

Type Co-educational

Sandford International School is an Ethiopian international school serving ages 3 to 18. It offers the British Curriculum, IPC, Cambridge IGCSE, and the IB Diploma Programme. The Primary Curriculum uses English as the language of instruction, with Amharic and French classes, while secondary students study Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10–11 and the IB Diploma in Years 12–13. The school traces its origins to the 1940s, founded to provide an English-speaking option for local and expatriate families; it re-registered in 2001 and began offering the IGCSE Cambridge examinations and the IB for Years 11 and 13. The campus features modern classrooms, a well-stocked library, and facilities designed to support outdoor learning and creativity. Extracurricular activities include Model UN, Taekwondo, culinary and business clubs, and arts and sports programs. Pastoral care, mentoring, and PSHE support wellbeing and development, while language and cultural activities foster citizenship within a co-educational, non-boarding environment.

Location

Sandford International School is located on Shewareged Gedle Street, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. It markets itself as providing quality international education in Addis Ababa. The school serves three levels: Early Years (ages 3-5), Primary (ages 5-11), and Secondary (ages 11-18).

Stages

EYFS Ages 3-5; Primary School Ages 5-11; Secondary School Ages 11-18.

Type

The school is an international school.

Application fees

- No specific, school-published application or one‑time enrollment fee amount is publicly available for Sandford International School. Searches of the school's School Fees page and admissions information do not list a published application fee.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year)

- Sandford does not publish a detailed, grade-by-grade fee schedule for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. There is no publicly available breakdown showing exact fees per term for individual year groups.

- Independent and international school databases provide estimated annual day‑tuition ranges for Sandford for recent years: US$3,150 to US$10,000 per year (reported in one international school directory) and, in local currency estimates for 2025/26, approximately 2,609,354 ETB to 4,981,371 ETB per year in other aggregated listings. These figures are presented as external estimates rather than a published school fee schedule. Sandford is listed as a day school (non‑boarding).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school operates on a three‑term academic calendar (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3) for the 2025/26 academic year with the term dates published by the school. It is common for international schools in the region to align billing with the academic terms, but Sandford has not published an explicit public billing timetable (e.g., whether invoices are issued termly, monthly or annually) or the precise payment deadlines for each term. The school's term dates are: Term 1 (27 August 2025 – 19 December 2025), Term 2 (12 January 2026 – 17 April 2026), Term 3 (4 May 2026 – 26 June 2026).

- There has been public reporting that Sandford's management previously quoted fees in US dollars and allowed nationals to pay in Ethiopian Birr at the prevailing exchange rate, and that this practice was subject to regulatory scrutiny and parent complaints; this history may affect currency and billing arrangements for families. No single, current public statement listing accepted currencies and exact payment deadlines was found.

Boarding fees

- Sandford is identified as a day school and is reported as non‑boarding; therefore there are no published boarding fees for the school.

Other costs and likely additional charges

- No detailed, school‑published schedule for additional costs (uniforms, transport, exam fees, activity fees, school lunch, school supplies or capital levies) was located. External guides for international schools in Addis Ababa note that families commonly pay additional charges for uniforms, textbooks, transport, external exam fees and occasional capital or registration levies, but Sandford's specific amounts for these items are not publicly listed.

Refund information

- There is no publicly available, school‑published refund policy or fee‑refund schedule located in the materials reviewed. No precise statement was found that sets out conditions for refunds of tuition, deposits, or registration fees.

Fee payment options (methods)

- A definitive, published list of accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit/debit card, cash, mobile money) was not found. Historical reporting about Sandford's billing practice refers to invoicing in foreign currency (US dollars) with local Birr payment options at exchange rates, but specific modern payment methods accepted by the school are not published in the publicly available materials reviewed.

Summary of findings and limits of available information

- Sandford International School's public pages do not contain a complete, grade‑by‑grade fee schedule, per‑term amounts, or a detailed published refunds and payment‑methods policy for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic year; a dedicated School Fees page is present but marked under construction. Published third‑party directories and news reports provide estimated annual ranges and background context (including a currency/billing dispute and tax/regulatory attention), but those external figures are not a formal school fee schedule. The most load‑bearing public references consulted include the school's own pages (term dates and school fee placeholder), international school directories that provide estimated annual fee ranges, and recent news coverage about the school's fee and currency practices.

Curriculum

Primary Curriculum uses English as the language of instruction, with Amharic and French classes. Secondary Curriculum offers IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme.

Student Teacher Ratio

A dedicated teacher and teaching assistant support each primary classroom.

Exam Results

IGCSE Section features 17 timetabled courses with 9 examinations each year; subjects include Mathematics, English, a modern foreign language, at least one Science, and one Humanity; results surpass the world average.

Higher Education Progression

Over 90% of Sandford graduates attend university within one year of graduation; most go to universities in the United States and United Kingdom. Destination universities include Bentley University, Rochester Institute of Technology, Santa Clara University, Goldsmiths, University of London, Addis Ababa University, and Carnegie Mellon University-Qatar, among others.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Sandford International School provides pastoral care that supports students' emotional and social development alongside academics. The pastoral care team comprises experienced counselors who offer confidential one-on-one counseling. They also run group counseling to address issues such as stress, anxiety, and peer pressure. The team collaborates with teachers and parents to identify students who may be struggling and to provide timely support. The school runs a peer mentoring program where older students support younger students, helping to foster a caring and inclusive community. Overall, the pastoral care program contributes to the holistic development and well-being of students.

Mental Wellbeing

The PSHE program covers topics such as healthy living, relationships, personal safety, financial management, and global citizenship. It is taught by experienced teachers using a variety of teaching methods and is supported by extracurricular activities to reinforce the program. The program aims to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being and to enable students to become responsible, engaged members of the wider community. Wellbeing provisions include confidential one-on-one counseling and group counseling as part of the pastoral care offering. Students are encouraged to speak up and report issues to ensure timely intervention. The school's wellbeing and safeguarding efforts work together to support mental health across the year groups.

Safeguarding

Sandford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children; child protection lies at the core of all we do. The safeguarding framework includes a dedicated pastoral care team, site security measures, and formal reporting channels for safeguarding concerns. There are safeguarding and bullying reporting forms available for use by students, staff, and families. The school emphasizes partnerships with families to achieve child safety. Site security measures include uniformed guards, a 24/7 CCTV system, staff sign-in with face recognition, and gate passes for visitors. All community members are expected to uphold equality and reject discrimination.

Admissions

1. Submit an online application. Sandford uses an interactive online Application Form as the standard method of applying for international admissions. The application has a nonrefundable fee of 2,000 birr for Ethiopian applicants or 50 USD for international applicants. The Admissions Department acknowledges receipt of the application immediately and posts the names and grades of applicants to ensure transparency. 2. Prepare and submit required documents. Before admission, the following must be submitted: the Signed Student Application Form with a passport photo; transcripts covering two complete years (in English or with translations); school testimonials of good conduct; parents' documents (passports, work permit and residency/visa); and vaccination cards. The Admissions Committee may request additional documents and may conduct interviews or school visits as needed. 3. Undergo assessments. For Nursery, Reception and Year 1, an EYFS assessment/observation is conducted by the Primary School; for other years, CAT4 tests are administered by the Admissions Committee. CAT4 targets include Verbal, Non-Verbal, Quantitative and Spatial reasoning, with CAT4 scores above 100 (Stanine 5) used in decision-making. 4. Admissions decision and timelines. Applications are reviewed weekly by the Admissions Committee, and a decision is typically issued within five days of a completed application. The Admissions Committee's decision is usually final, though an appeal may be considered in exceptional cases. 5. Admission categories and priority. Students are categorized as National, International, Staff or Scholarship; National parents cannot gain a place merely by paying fees. There is allocated space balancing between international and national admissions, and the Board of Governors may admit up to five students per year under certain conditions (e.g., government or school contribution) but only if space and CAT4 criteria permit. 6. Lottery and waiting lists. National Nursery and Year 1 admissions are through a Lottery system or sibling placements; international spaces are reserved where available. If no immediate vacancy exists, applicants may be placed on a Waiting List (and cannot be CAT4 tested until a vacancy appears). 7. Registration and induction. An accepted applicant's place is guaranteed only after a completed Enrollment Contract, the Registration Fee, and any required contracts are received and the remainder of tuition is invoiced. A formal re-registration process occurs annually in May/June with a Registration Contract and Deposit due by the stated deadline. Successful applicants complete an induction program, and new student files are handed to the relevant school offices with orientation procedures to follow. 8. Follow-up procedures. Before the start of the school year, new student files are reviewed by the appropriate year and there is an orientation session for new Primary students (Nursery–Year 6) to ensure a smooth transition.

Scholarships

Scholarships are offered for admission to Sandford International School. A scholarship opportunity is available for Year 7 entrants (as announced for 2024/25), with up to twenty places per year; Ethiopian nationals in government schools are eligible, must be nominated by their current school, and must meet criteria including a high Year 6 national exam score, an entrance examination in English and Maths, a CAT4 test, excellent behavior and attendance, consistent prior performance, and a suitable age (eleven to thirteen) at entry. Government schools are notified of this opportunity, and nominations proceed to a scholarship committee for evaluation. In addition, scholarships may be awarded to new Secondary-level students based on policy and available space, with criteria set by the Ministry of Education and the Board of Governors.

Waitlist

National Nursery and Year 1 admissions are via Lottery or sibling placements. If demand exceeds places, a Waiting List may be used, and applicants on the Waiting List cannot be CAT4 tested until a vacancy exists. When placed on the Waiting List, applicants receive notification by letter or email about their status. Waiting List procedures and lottery-related appendices are described in the admissions policy.

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German Embassy School Addis Ababa

Instructs in German, English

Ages 1 - 18 years

Fees ETB 11,604 - 18,472

Pupils 100

Type Co-educational

German Embassy School Addis Ababa (DBSAA) serves over 300 students from Kindergarten to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme on a campus within the German Embassy grounds. The school teaches the German curriculum across Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary, with English instruction to promote multilingualism. Kindergarten groups of 16–20 learners are led by German-speaking educators alongside Ethiopian teaching assistants. Primary School (grades 1–4) enrolls around 105 students in small classes of about 15, delivering the German curriculum supplemented by English. Secondary School (grades 5–10) has about 100 students in classes of 12–15 and follows the German state of Thuringia's framework. The international Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered as a two-year pre-university option and IB accreditation was achieved in 2014. Facilities include a library, on-site health services, and a cashless cafeteria. Extracurriculars span science, arts, sports, and service, with cultural exchanges and a German School Association supporting student leadership and community engagement today.

Location

Lorenzo Tiezaz St (Aware), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The campus is in Addis Ababa. Postal address: P.O. Box 1372, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Stages

Kindergarten (ages 1-6); Primary School (grades 1-4) with around 105 students; Secondary School (grades 5-10) with around 100 students; International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) offered as a two-year pre-university curriculum.

Type

German Embassy School Addis Ababa

Country affiliation

Germany

Administrative / application fees

- There is no separate application fee listed. An annual administrative fee is charged per child and must be paid in full even in cases of registration or deregistration during the school year: Full-payer administrative fee: EUR 1,500. Self-payer administrative fee: EUR 750.

Tuition fees by school level (annual amounts)

Full-payer annual fees (first, second, third, fourth child):
- Toddlers' group: EUR 10,104 / 10,104 / 10,104 / 10,104.
- Kindergarten: EUR 7,787 / 7,398 / 7,009 / 6,619.
- Preschool: EUR 9,226 / 8,765 / 8,304 / 7,842.
- Primary School (Grades 1–4): EUR 16,972 / 16,123 / 15,275 / 14,426.
- Secondary School I (Grades 5–10): EUR 19,097 / 18,142 / 17,187 / 16,232.
- Secondary School II (Grades 11–12): EUR 20,209 / 19,198 / 18,188 / 17,177.

Self-payer annual fees (first, second, third, fourth child):
- Toddlers' group: EUR 8,920 / 8,920 / 8,920 / 8,920.
- Kindergarten: EUR 6,328 / 6,011 / 5,695 / 5,378.
- Preschool: EUR 7,200 / 6,840 / 6,480 / 6,120.
- Primary School (Grades 1–4): EUR 7,564 / 7,186 / 6,808 / 6,429.
- Secondary School I (Grades 5–10): EUR 8,198 / 7,788 / 7,378 / 6,968.
- Secondary School II (Grades 11–12): EUR 8,556 / 8,128 / 7,701 / 7,273.

- Notes on the above: Items marked include afternoon care (NAMI). Secondary School II amounts exclude International Baccalaureate (IBO) examination fees, which are billed additionally.

Per-term / per-semester detail and invoicing frequency

- Full-payers: Fees are invoiced annually. Unless an alternative is agreed, the full-year invoice is due by July 31. Semi-annual invoicing for full-payers is possible in exceptional cases on request; when used, each semester invoice corresponds to half of the annual amount.
- Self-payers: Fees are invoiced per semester and in advance. Unless stated otherwise on the invoice, payment deadlines are July 15 for the first half and January 15 for the second half. For self-payers, a semester invoice equals 50% of the annual fee amounts shown above.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Invoicing: Full-payer invoices (annual) and self-payer invoices (per semester) are sent by e-mail to the address given at registration. Invoices and reminders are deemed received when sent to the registered e-mail.
- Deadlines: Full-payer annual invoices are due by July 31 unless otherwise stated on the invoice; self-payer semester invoices are due by July 15 and January 15 respectively. Late or missed payments will incur reminders and interest as described under late-payment terms.
- Currency and accounts: Fees for children with non-Ethiopian nationality must be paid by bank transfer in EUR to the school association's Commerzbank account (IBAN and bank details provided on invoices). Fees for children with Ethiopian nationality are invoiced in Ethiopian Birr (ETB) and must be paid by bank transfer to the school's Dashen Bank ETB account. Transaction costs must be covered by the payer and proof of payment must be submitted to the school administration.

Fee payment options

- Bank transfer is the required payment method specified for school fees:
- EUR payments (non-Ethiopian nationality) to Commerzbank Düsseldorf, account holder Deutscher Schulverein in Äthiopien, IBAN: DE28 3004 0000 0104 4015 00.
- ETB payments (Ethiopian nationality) to Dashen Bank, German Embassy School, Balderas Branch, Account No.: 0089 1493 410 11 (SWIFT: DASHET AA XXX).
- Payers must ensure invoice amounts are received in full; transaction charges are the responsibility of the payer. No credit-card payment option for school fees is listed; payment by bank transfer is the specified method. Proof of payment should be submitted to the school administration email specified on invoices.

Boarding fees

- The school fee schedule does not list any boarding fees or boarding services. Boarding facilities are not part of the fee schedule. No boarding charges are applied because no boarding program is listed.

Other costs and additional fees

- IBO examination fees for students in Secondary School II (Grades 11–12) are charged in addition to the tuition amounts listed.
- Other possible additional charges during the year may include school materials, school-bus fees, extracurricular activity fees, and specific examination fees. These are invoiced separately as required.
- Afternoon care / late pickup: For children not collected from afternoon care by 17:30, the administration charges EUR 18 per hour or part thereof (monthly billing).
- Cafeteria: A cashless payment system is in use for the cafeteria (Amole/Dashen Bank platform) for meal purchases; cafeteria charges are separate from tuition.

Refund information, deregistration and temporary leave

- Deregistration must be made in writing and is possible at the end of a semester or at the end of the school year. Full-payers who deregister during the school year are charged the full-year fee unless they provide proof that employer subsidies cover the months after departure.
- Administrative fee: The administrative fee is invoiced annually and must be paid in full even if a child is registered or deregistered during the school year.
- Temporary deregistration (re-entry) is possible if a child will be absent for at least 50% of a semester. In such cases, a 30% reduction of the invoice for that semester may be applied provided the application is submitted before the invoice due date for that semester. Applications for deferment or reductions must follow the deadlines stated in the fee schedule.

Late payment and enforcement

- If an invoice is unpaid ten calendar days after the first payment deadline stated on the invoice, a reminder will be sent with a second payment deadline ten calendar days later. If unpaid after the second deadline, late-payment interest is charged in accordance with the German Civil Code and further measures follow. If overdue beyond the second reminder and an additional ten calendar days, the child may be excluded from further kindergarten or school attendance until the invoice amount is paid in full. In general, attendance requires timely payment of fees.

Fee arrangements for DBSAA employees

- DBSAA employees with a fixed contract of at least 50% FTE and a contract term of at least one year pay 5% of their basic annual salary for one child's care/schooling and an additional 1% for each additional child. Other staff categories have defined reduced fee contributions or percentages as set out in the fee schedule; employee fees are normally deducted from salary payments.

Summary of key figures (annual examples)

- Administrative fee (full-payer): EUR 1,500. Administrative fee (self-payer): EUR 750.
- Example annual tuition (full-payer, Primary School): EUR 16,972 for the first child.
- Example annual tuition (self-payer, Primary School): EUR 7,564 for the first child.
- IBO exam fees and other ancillary costs are additional and billed separately.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school develops empathetic, self-directed, critical thinkers who don't give up when faced with challenges.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The academic program covers the German curriculum plus English to promote multilingualism.

Safeguarding

A nurse is available on campus every weekday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. to attend to student medical needs; parents are contacted to pick up children who are unwell; emergency contact details are kept in the child's file; gate security requires the designated driver's name and vehicle information when picking up students.

Admissions

1. DBSAA is an accredited German school abroad that brings together a diverse student body of Ethiopian, German, and other nationalities for a German-language education grounded in global perspectives. The admissions process aims to build a motivated, engaged student community with connections to the German language and culture, and it assesses each applicant individually to ensure the programs can meet their needs and support their success.
2. Getting started: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis year-round for most grade levels, but deadlines are recommended to allow sufficient processing time.
3. Key deadlines by grade: Kindergarten applications are due by April 1 for ages 3–6; Primary School requires 1st Grade applicants to be at least 6 years old by June 30; Secondary School covers Grades 5–10; the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Upper Secondary) covers Grades 11–12 and requires completion of Grade 10. Spaces are limited.
4. To begin, review the admissions requirements and criteria for the desired program and gather all necessary documents early.
5. Submit a completed application form with all supporting materials either electronically to the protected email or as hard copies in person to the office.
6. After applications are received, the Admissions Team reviews materials for completeness and assessments are scheduled as needed.
7. Admissions decisions are made based on a thorough review of all documents, assessment results, and current enrollment availability.
8. If accepted, families must confirm their registration by submitting any additional required paperwork and fees.
9. Kindergarten/Preschool admissions: German language exposure, ages 3–6, interview, and availability.
10. Primary School admissions: Age 6+ by June 30, German language skills, preschool records, and availability.
11. Secondary School admissions: German language proficiency, qualifying prior school records, and availability.
12. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme admissions: German proficiency, successful completion of Grade 10, competitive Grades/Scores, an interview, and availability.
13. The Head of School makes final admissions decisions in careful consultation with division heads, teachers, and admissions staff, based on defined criteria, current space availability, and school resources.
14. Applicants receive written notification of the admissions decision, with instructions for next steps if accepted; support is offered if the school determines a different academic path may be advisable based on the child's needs.
15. Strong preference is given to applicants with German language backgrounds, multicultural life experiences, international mobility, or any amount of prior German-language schooling.
16. Language assessments are required for certain grades: all incoming Primary School students take a German language proficiency assessment, with added instruction if needed.
17. A review of preschool progress reports and recommendations is conducted as part of the process.
18. Records demonstrating satisfactory prior school progress are required, and an evaluation may determine any needed academic support.
19. The IBDP (Grades 11–12) involves study across six subject areas and independent research, culminating in the International Baccalaureate Diploma; admission requires German proficiency, completion of Grade 10, and competitive grades with an interview.
20. The school may provide additional guidance or adjustments as needed to support a successful placement.

Scholarships

Bildung4Kids (B4K) – German Embassy School: DBSAA collaborates with Bildung4Kids e.V. to support gifted children from the German Church School in pursuing education or studies in Germany. With the scholarship from DBSAA and Ethiopia – Bildung4Kids e.V., a dream comes true: to be able to support oneself later and contribute to the life of the family. Lidiya, Frezer, and Kalkidan are already working successfully in Germany. In 2023 Mahlet and Dibora received a scholarship at DBSAA. Transportation, school materials, books, meals, etc. are funded by donations. Your donations or membership help gifted students attain higher education. Further information is available through Bildung4Kids; DBSAA notes that donations support these opportunities.” }) |>} } |> } 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 02 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

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