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ARIS began in September 2003 as a small Montessori early-years center, with the opening ceremony held in 2003. The first graduating class appeared in 2016/2017 as the school expanded its programmes. ARIS offers the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, IBDP) and the IB Career-related Programme, positioning it among Africa's early CP adopters. ARIS is governed by a Board of Trustees comprised of elected parents and GISER members; the Board is the legal authorising body, not-for-profit, and delegates day-to-day leadership to the Director; it develops a strategic plan every 3-4 years, with the most recent plan presented in 2019.
ARIS has over 50 nationalities among its student body and offers Arabic, English, French, Spanish, Mandarin, Hindi and local languages. ARIS PSA is a non-profit, volunteer organization of parents, teachers and community members that supports the school, encourages parental involvement, and coordinates programmes and fundraising. PSA events include the Sustainable Art Festival and Fam Jam, among other activities, and PSA welcomes new families to build a sense of community.
ARIS PSA is a non-profit, volunteer organization made up of parents, teachers and community members. Its main objective is to support, advise and assist the school management by creating a rich learning environment, encouraging parental support and participation, and implementing various programmes and fundraising events. PSA also welcomes new families and promotes a spirit of community by offering information and friendship. PSA has a Constitution. The 25/26 PSA team includes a Chairperson, PRO, Secondary Vice Chair, Primary Vice Chair, Internal Affairs Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer. PSA meeting dates are posted, and there are listed past events such as the PSA Sustainable Art Festival, Fam Jam, SIP Paint events and more.
Al-Rayan International School (ARIS) is an IB World School in Ghana offering International Baccalaureate continuum for ages 1 to 18. From the Primary Years Programme to the Diploma and Career-related Programmes, ARIS enables personalised learning and strong student agency within a student-centered IB framework. The school serves expatriate and local families across West Africa and emphasises inquiry, reflection, and development of the whole person through Approaches to Learning. The campus on East Legon Boundary Road comprises Block A, B, and C, with Block D planned to complete the future classroom design. Facilities include science labs, a Design Studio, art and performing arts spaces, a well-stocked library, and a gym and playing fields to support sport. Classes are supported by Wi‑Fi, big screens and interactive smartboards. ARIS also offers Extended Learning, including Olympiad and MUN clubs, robotics, Duke of Edinburgh, and arts programs, all designed to foster purpose, resilience and mindedness.
