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Laouina, Tunis, Tunisia (BP 150 Cite Taeib M'hiri, 2045)
Elementary School; Middle School; High School
Private, independent school
ACST represents a global community of cultures and languages. Families come from embassies, diplomatic missions, international businesses, and NGOs. The Elementary School has more than 200 students from about 40 countries.
English as an Additional Language (EAL); Learning Support; Counseling; Full-time Educational Psychologist
United States; Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools in the United States
Pre-School 8:00–3:00 (full day) or 8:00–12:00 (half-day); Elementary & Secondary 8:00–3:00; After-School Activities 3:00–4:00; Secondary Athletics 4:00–5:30
ACST offers a bus service with 15 routes and more than 140 stops; registration by August 10; service starts on the first day of school; transportation@acst.net
Uniforms are required. PE uniforms are sold throughout the year, and students will be required to buy the uniform.
The cafeteria menu is updated weekly and published every Friday for the upcoming week. Elementary students have hot lunch and salad options daily; secondary students can choose from hot lunch or a salad bar, with an all-day snack bar available. A coffee and snack shop near the parent entrance serves beverages and light items.
ACST is a private, independent school governed by a Board of Governors. The Board has nine members elected by the ACST Association; five must be U.S. citizens, and there are two non-voting members: a teacher's representative and a representative appointed by the U.S. Ambassador to Tunisia. The Board hires the Superintendent and oversees fiscal management, leadership, policy development, and mission fulfillment.
ACST follows a comprehensive K-12 standards-based curriculum grounded in American educational standards. The K-10 curriculum is aligned to internationally benchmarked standards, while grades 11-12 engage the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The curriculum is designed using the Understanding by Design (UbD) framework, with daily learning targets and varied assessment formats including projects, products, and performances. Subject areas across the program include K-12 English/Language Arts; K-12 Mathematics; K-12 Science; K-12 Social Studies; K-12 World Languages; K-12 Visual, Media and Performing Arts; K-12 Physical Education and Health/Wellness; and K-12 Social-Emotional Learning. The school also provides Learning Support and Counseling services to support student growth, and includes Tunisian Studies Trips as part of the curriculum.
Average class size from Grade 1 to 12 is 16 students.
School counselors work with students to address and support their social and emotional needs. A full-time school psychologist supports the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral well-being of all students. Student Support Services include English as an Additional Language (EAL), Learning Support, Counseling, and a full-time Educational Psychologist. These departments collaborate with homeroom and content-area teachers to reinforce the curriculum and differentiated instruction while supporting students' well-being. ACST fosters a diverse and inclusive community that supports social and emotional growth for every student.
Learning Support is for students who demonstrate a need for additional support in order to be successful with their core academic subjects. ACST values inclusion, diversity, and equity and access for all students. The Student Support Services team collaborates with families and teachers to tailor supports for each learner.
The EAL department provides English language support for multilingual learners whose home language(s) is/are not English. EAL is part of ACST's Student Support Services, which also include Learning Support, Counseling, and the full-time Educational Psychologist.
School counselors address and support students' social and emotional needs. A full-time school psychologist supports the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral well-being of all students. The Student Support Services team includes EAL, Learning Support, Counseling, and the full-time psychologist. All four departments collaborate with teachers to promote well-being and differentiated instruction. The program aims to help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally within a diverse and inclusive community.
ACST is committed to safeguarding all children by ensuring they are protected from harm, abuse, and neglect. Safe Recruitment includes background checks and regular child protection training for staff. Our Common Agreement and the Conduct with Children provide safeguarding guidelines and require annual signing by faculty, staff, employees, and volunteers. ACST's Child and Youth Protection Policy aligns with international law and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (Articles 19 and 34). Staff and any adult associated with ACST are mandated to report incidents or suspicions of harm, and the policy emphasizes speaking up. The Child Protection Team includes school counselors, the school nurse and doctor, the school psychologist, principals, the safety and security manager, and the superintendent, who coordinate responses and liaise with external agencies as needed. Education and Training include age-appropriate lessons, parent materials, and annual faculty training.
New Student Admission Step By Step. Step 1: Collect documents to upload. PK1 and PK2 require a copy of the student's passport, copies of each parent's passport, student and parent passport‑size photos, the Student Medical Form (French version available), the immunization record, and an ACST Confidential Reference Form. Kindergarten through Grade 12 require the same documents plus Previous School Records/Transcripts/Test Reports and any applicable translations if records are not in English, French, or Arabic, as well as standardized achievement test scores; a non‑refundable $200 application fee applies. Step 2: Online application. Create an account, complete the online application, upload documentation, and review the submission; ensure all required fields are filled, and note that falsifying or omitting information may disqualify acceptance. Step 3: Acceptance & Grade Placement. Elementary placements follow the child's age as of September 1; prior school records, academic ability, social development, and placement tests are taken into account; candidates may be scheduled for on‑site admissions tests in reading, language, and math; students from accredited American or comparable international schools may be admitted provisionally, with further testing for EAL or Academic Support as needed. Waitlist: As a grade reaches optimal capacity, a waiting list will be established and the waitlist procedure will go into effect. Step 4: Enrollment in ACST. Before attendance begins, parents sign an acceptance letter and a Parent Partnership Agreement (English, French, Arabic), and submit financial documents; original documents are returned to Admissions and an invoice is issued. The start‑date requirements include the Student Medical Form, World language form (Elementary School Only), and financial documents; a supply list and technology requirements are provided; ACST has an open admissions policy.
As a grade reaches optimal capacity, a waiting list will be established and the school's waitlist procedure will go into effect.
Campus B: Ecole Canadienne de Tunis, 1 Rue de commerce, Tunis 2035; Campus A: 1 Rue de l'énergie solaire, Charguia 1, Tunis
Kindergarten, Preschool, Primary, Secondary, Pre-University
Private international school inspired by the Quebec education program and enriched by the International Baccalaureate
Personalized student support, a safe environment, and academic and psychological support services
Canada
A student residence is planned for 2028.
The dress code requires clean, neat, appropriate and decent attire (no shorts, ripped pants, or caps). The ECT uniform is mandatory for sports sessions and school outings.
Lunch options include an External service (students may leave during lunch from secondary 4), a Cantine (canteen) service, and a Lunch bag service (panier service) where students bring their own lunch and eat in the canteen under supervision; ECT does not heat meals; if lunch is forgotten, the student is automatically enrolled in the cantine and parents are charged for the current term; panier students must bring lunch at the start of the day; there is no home delivery; cantine rules apply.
École Canadi enne de Tunis is a private school officially recognized by the Tunisian Ministry of Education, offering a complete international program. It implements the Quebec Ministry of Education program leading to a Diplôme d'Études Collégiales (DEC), with IB program implementation supported by SEBIQ (Société des Écoles du Monde du Baccalauréat International du Québec et de la Francophonie).
The school follows the Quebec Education Program, enriched by the International Baccalaureate (IB) programs to offer a global and balanced education. Programs span from Kindergarten and Preschool to Primary, Secondary, and Pre-university.
Students are prepared to pursue studies in Canada, Europe, or elsewhere in the world.
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1. Test appointment and meeting with the educational team. An appointment for the admission tests is sent to you by email. Your child will meet the educational team and participate in age-appropriate activities. The pre-university program at the École Canadienne de Tunis is recognized by Université Laval.
2. Prepare documents. For Kindergarten, Preschool, and Primary 1, admission requires no dossier fee. The required documents are the birth certificate in French or a copy of the child's passport, a recent passport photo, and the identity document of the parent or guardian. For other classes, admission includes evaluation of scientific and linguistic prerequisites with a 100 DT fee at pre-registration; additional documents include a certificate of attendance from the current school and the child's report cards for this year and last year.
3. Pre-registration online. Fill the online pre-registration form to officially begin the admission process. This form is the first step to reserve a place for your child.
4. Dossier fees. Dossier fees vary by level. For Kindergarten, Preschool and Primary 1 there are no dossier fees. From Primary 2 onward, a 100 DT fee is charged to cover the assessments of prerequisites. Payment options: pay at the school in cash.
5. Tuition information. Tariffs for pre-university programs are listed; to learn more about admission fees and options for pre-university programs contact us directly.
6. Test preparation resources. Prepare your child to succeed in the admission test. Download our preparation resources and guide your child with confidence in the first steps toward the École Canadienne de Tunis. Kindergarten test preparation resources are available.
7. DEC pre-university overview. What is the General College Studies Diploma (DEC) pre-university? The DEC general is an official diploma issued by the Quebec Ministry of Education and Higher Education (Canada). It certifies a two-year program after five years of secondary and six years of primary to prepare students for university studies in any field: pure and applied sciences, health sciences, economics and management, humanities. The Quebec pre-university education system is known for the quality of college-level teaching and its approach to preparing students for university life. Programs are regularly revised to meet changing needs of society and the job market. What are the exit profiles of ESCT students? ESCT offers two DEC pre-university programs: Sciences de la Nature and Sciences Humaines – Profil Gestion et Economie (Managing and Economics).
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15 Rue Ibn Taymia, Menzah 4, Tunis, Tunisia. Located in the Menzah 4 district, a residential area of the Tunisian capital.
Kindergarten (age 5) through Grade 12 (age 18). One class per grade level. The school expanded to include middle and high school in 2019.
Private, co-educational international day school.
A small, diverse community of approximately 96 students in Tunis, including Tunisian and international families.
With very small class sizes of around 10 students, teachers can provide individualised attention. Contact the school for details on specific learning support.
United States of America (classical American curriculum).
Christian. The school is guided by Christian values and emphasises spiritual guidance alongside academic excellence. It is pursuing accreditation through ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International).
Regular school day with structured lessons and co-curricular activities. Contact the school for specific hours.
Contact the school for information on transportation services.
CCA is a day school only. No boarding facilities are available.
Contact the school for information on uniform or dress code requirements.
Contact the school for details on meal arrangements.
With only approximately 96 students, the school operates as a close-knit community rather than a traditional house system.
Privately owned school directed by Mrs. Jenny Brown. Founded in 2014 by a group of parents seeking quality classical American education in Tunisia. The school employs 42 staff members.
CCA offers a classical American education emphasising rigorous academics, critical thinking and character formation. The curriculum includes strong instruction in French and Arabic alongside the English-medium programme. The classical approach emphasises the liberal arts, logic and rhetoric. The school has one class per grade level from Kindergarten through Grade 12.
With 96 students and 42 staff members, the school offers an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio. Classes have approximately 7-10 students per grade.
As an American curriculum school, CCA prepares students for US-style assessments. The school is pursuing accreditation through the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Contact the school for details on standardised testing.
The American curriculum and upcoming Middle States accreditation prepare graduates for university applications in the US, Europe and worldwide.
Small class sizes allow for personalised instruction and enrichment for advanced students within the classical education framework.
The school prioritises social development alongside academics. A grace-based culture and purposeful relationships are core values.
Very small class sizes allow for individualised attention. Contact the school for specific SEN provision details.
The school welcomes students who are developing English proficiency. Small classes allow teachers to provide individual language support.
The school's focus on character development, spiritual guidance and purposeful relationships supports student mental wellbeing.
The school maintains safeguarding policies appropriate for its small community.
Applications can be submitted through the school website. A one-time capital deposit is required for new students. Contact the school for application forms, assessment requirements and available places.
Contact the school for details on any scholarship or financial aid opportunities.
With small class sizes and one class per grade, spaces may be limited. Contact the school for availability.
