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Ethiopia, Bahir Dar
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Rispins International School originated as a study center focused on language teaching and professional development. It evolved into a formal school as a spin-off from the British International School Addis Ababa. BIS was founded in Addis Ababa in 2005 and began formal classes in 2005/2006 with 38 students from Early Years to Grade 4, in response to parental demand for international-standard education. Ownership is held by Ato Tewfik Sherif and BIS founders, and the school began in Addis Ababa before expanding to other campuses. The narrative of the school's founding is presented by Ann Rispin in the Our History section.
Rispins operates campuses in Bahir Dar and Bishoftu and is a satellite of the British International School Addis Ababa. Using English and Ethiopian National curricula. The school community is diverse and inclusive, celebrating multiple cultures while fostering lifelong learning. Nations and Nationalities Day is highlighted in school activities, and Cruwys Global Trust and Gift A Chance support education and school-building initiatives.
Rispins International School in Ethiopia operates two campuses, Bahir Dar and Bishoftu, serving learners from Kindergarten through an embryonic High School. As a satellite of the British International School Addis Ababa, it combines the British Curriculum with a bespoke program and incorporates the Ethiopian National curriculum, taught in English with local language study where appropriate. Class sizes of 28–30 support small-group instruction and individualized feedback. The Bishoftu campus offers extensive sports facilities, while the Bahir Dar campuses host a Saturday Spoken English for Kids program and outreach initiatives. A distinctive feature is drama and theatre as a core learning method, including a historic Macbeth production. The school collaborates with Cheshire – Action for Inclusion to support inclusive education and scholarships. Community projects and expanded language, professional and academic skills are emphasized through outreach. Events include Nations and Nationalities Day and Graduation Day, underscoring international exposure in an Ethiopian setting.
