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Jordan offers a range of international schools for expat families, with options spanning British, IB, American, and other curricula. Families relocating here will find schools at various price points, from affordable to premium institutions with world-class facilities.
Compare 17 international schools in Jordan. Filter by curriculum, fees (average JOD 5,102), location, and more to find the right international school now.
ISC-Amman is The International School of Choueifat – Amman, a non-selective, co-educational day school offering the SABIS Educational System for Kindergarten through Grade 12. Opened in September 1997, the campus sits on Wadi Essir in Amman, Jordan (postal code 11810). The school teaches in English and serves a diverse, multinational student body. The SABIS-designed curriculum focuses on building a solid academic foundation through regular assessments and data-driven tracking using the SABIS AMS and Integrated Testing and Learning (ITL) hall. Facilities include a semi-Olympic swimming pool, a large sports hall and outdoor track, a theatre, science laboratories, computer rooms, and reading rooms offering English and Arabic. On-site nurses support student health, and a modern cafeteria serves meals. ISC-Amman offers a bus service with annual and one-way fees. Extracurricular activities span sports, music, drama, arts, coding, chess, and cultural events, reflecting a diverse, global school community of around 1,000 pupils. Students are prepared for university and lifelong learning through a collaborative culture, the SABIS Point System for structured lessons, and targeted support to help all learners reach their potential, while upholding ethical and civic values. The campus includes KG facilities, a heated pool, science labs, IT labs, reading rooms, and on-site medical staff.
Retaal International Academy (RIA) is a modern, inclusive educational institution located in North Amman, dedicated to fostering both academic excellence and character development. The academy offers a diverse range of pathways to suit individual student needs, including a National program, an American curriculum (AHSD & AP), and a British stream offering Cambridge IGCSE and BTEC qualifications. RIA is distinguished by its strong commitment to inclusive education, holding memorandums of understanding to support students with diverse learning needs. The campus features specialized facilities such as robotics laboratories, a photography studio, and a fully equipped theater, supporting a vibrant extracurricular program. Students actively engage in STEM initiatives, including competitive robotics, and participate in community-focused projects like traffic safety and environmental awareness days. This blend of rigorous international academics and a supportive, values-driven environment prepares students to become responsible global citizens.
Alliance Academy Jordan (AAJ) is a co-educational, inclusive international school established in 2014 on the outskirts of Amman. Catering to students from Kindergarten through Grade 12, the academy offers a dual-track academic system where students can choose between the British program (Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels) or the American High School Diploma (AHSD) starting in high school. The curriculum is enriched with diverse subjects including Robotics, Chinese, and a unique "Values to Grow" program designed to foster character and leadership.
Al Ittihad International School in Amman was founded in 2007 as part of the Al Ittihad Schools network to provide international education grounded in Arab Islamic heritage. The campus sits in the Sport City area on Aws bin Hajar Street, opposite Princess Tharwat College. The school offers an integrated British/American curriculum with options for Cambridge CP, CS, IGCSE and GCE, and the American High School Diploma (AHSD). Four sections structure the student body: KG 1–2, Mixed Grades 1–4, Boys (Grades 5–12), and Girls (Grades 5–12). English is the primary language of instruction, with French and Arabic taught as subjects, and Islamic Studies included in the curriculum. Assessments follow Cambridge IGCSE/GCSE (Grade 10), AS/A Levels for Cambridge tracks, and ACT/AP for AHSD. The school emphasizes project-based learning, strong English language proficiency, and technology integration. Scholarships are available for Grades 7–12; medical insurance is provided to all students. Facilities include central heating, air conditioning, interactive smart boards, libraries, prayer rooms, a clinic, a football field, an indoor pool, gyms, playing areas, and canteens. The school operates as a day school with a bus service available in several zones.
Aqaba International School (AIS) offers a distinctive bilingual education in the heart of Jordan’s coastal city, blending global standards with local heritage. Established in 2005, AIS is an authorized IB World School for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and an accredited center for the Cambridge International curriculum, offering IGCSEs and A-Levels in the secondary stages. This dual-pathway approach ensures students receive a rigorous, internationally recognized qualification while maintaining a strong connection to the Arabic language and culture.
The Islamic Educational College (IEC) Schools in Amman offer multiple curricula across two campuses, serving students from early years through to pre-university levels. IEC runs a National Program aligned to the Jordanian Ministry of Education (Tawjihi) and separate Boys and Girls schools for Grades 5–12, plus specialist programs including the British IGCSE-IAL, American AHSD, and the International Baccalaureate (PYP, MYP, DP) as part of IEC's multi-program model. The college also runs a BTEC program and a thriving range of extra-curriculars, including a broad student clubs program and community-service activities. Kindergarten programs operate at both Jabal Amman and Jubeiha, with KG1–KG2 available, and the schools emphasize project-based and inquiry learning, leadership development, and emphasis on both Islamic and wider educational values. The campuses host a variety of facilities (libraries, laboratories, theatres, mosques) and support university and career guidance through dedicated teams. Substantial student life activities include academic competitions, field trips, and a large and active clubs program (over two decades of activity).
New English School (NES) Amman is a private, coeducational day school serving nursery through secondary, with students aged 2 to 18. It runs a dual British and American pathway: Cambridge International programmes (Primary to A Levels) alongside the American High School Diploma, with AP and Pre-AP courses and college counseling. Cambridge frameworks are used across Primary, Lower and Upper Secondary, including IGCSE in Years 10–11 and AS/A Levels in Years 12–13; Arabic, Religion and Global Perspectives follow Jordanian curriculum requirements. NES has been an Edexcel and Cambridge Examinations Centre since 1991. The campus supports a 24-bus fleet, a full-time health clinic, libraries (including Said El Turk Library) and specialist labs across science and ICT, plus a theatre seating 350 and sport and arts facilities. An English Only Stream and a multicultural environment reflect NES's 39 nationalities. The school emphasizes university readiness through counseling and a Model United Nations program, globally.
Abdul Hamid Sharaf School is a private K-12 day school in Amman, Jordan, founded in 1980. The school offers both American and British curriculums, with English as the primary language of instruction. The campus is located in West Amman, Deir Ghbar, on Shuhdaa Amman Street opposite Martyr's Park, and serves a diverse international and local student body. AHSS provides facilities such as 27 classrooms, science labs (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), a library, an art room, a music room, a robotics room, and outdoor play areas. The school supports education from Kindergarten through Grade 12, with Spanish introduced in Grade 5. Bus transportation is available to families. AHSS holds accreditation under Cognia for the American program and Cambridge International Education for the British system, and the primary language of instruction for basic subjects is English.
Islamic Educational College (IEC) operates two Amman campuses, Jabal Amman and Jubaiha, serving students aged 3 to 18 within a single, non‑profit educational network in Jordan. It offers National, British (IGCSE/IAL), American (AHSD), International Baccalaureate (PYP, MYP, DP) and BTEC programs, with instruction across English, German and Chinese language streams alongside Arabic in the National Program. The Jordanian National Program follows the Ministry of Education curriculum for Tawjihi and is delivered primarily in Arabic, supplemented by English-language science and mathematics materials and enrichment resources. After Grade 10, students may follow a Scientific or Literary stream or enroll in the BTEC National Program for career-focused study. IEC features laboratories, a meteorological station, gymnasiums, a library, theaters, medical clinics, a clock tower and on-site mosques across 27 buildings. The school emphasizes community service (60 hours) and leadership development through Leader in Me, plus a range of activities from MUN to language clubs.
Rawdat Al-Maaref Schools & College (RAMS) is a long-standing educational institution in Amman, Jordan, with a history deeply rooted in regional academic tradition. Situated on a spacious 41,000 square meter campus in Khalda, the school offers a diverse range of pathways, including the British Curriculum (IGCSE and A-Levels), the American High School Diploma (SAT), and the National Jordanian curriculum. RAMS is distinct for its extensive facilities, which feature Olympic-size sports courts, a central-heated indoor swimming pool, and fully equipped scientific laboratories. A standout feature of the school is its dedicated Special Needs Department, which provides tailored one-on-one education and individual educational plans for diagnosed cases, ensuring an inclusive environment.
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