Ghana, Accra
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1. Submit online application and required documents. Complete the online application form; attach the required documents including a completed application form, previous school transcripts or report cards, birth certificate, two passport-size photographs, medical report/immunization records, parent/guardian identification, and a school recommendation letter. The $200 non-refundable application fee must be paid before receiving the access code for online entrance exams. Processing typically takes 1-2 days after submission to issue the access code. 2. School Tour. Visit the campus and meet with academic staff. Tours are arranged within about one week of submitting the application, enabling families to discuss fit and curriculum with staff. 3. Assessment. Undergo an academic evaluation and an interview with the student. This step assesses readiness and fit and typically takes 1-2 weeks. Results and next steps are communicated after the evaluation. 4. Decision. Receive an admission decision and enrollment information. The decision is typically made within about three weeks of the assessment, with enrollment details provided. Fees and payments: The Application Fee is $200 non-refundable per student and must be paid before receiving the access code for online entrance exams. One-Time Admission/Matriculation Fees are First Student $1,000; Second Student $800; Third and subsequent students free. Early Payment Discount: 5% discount on tuition fees when paid during the first week of the academic year; discount applies to tuition balance and not to boarding or admission fees. Annual Tuition: Primary Grades 6-8 $4,000; High School Grades 9-10 $6,000; IB Diploma Grades 6-8 $7,000. Boarding Fees: $3,000 per academic year. Banking Details: Bank: CBG; Account Name: International School of Accra; GHS Account: 1707841100001; USD Account: 1707896100001; Branch: East Legon, Accra, Ghana. All fees are subject to change; contact the admissions office for the most current information.
The school helps most students obtain merit-based scholarships to their preferred universities worldwide, with university counselors supporting students and families in securing these opportunities as part of the college admissions process.
International School of Accra (ISA Ghana) offers a blended curriculum combining Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, and IGCSE with the IB Diploma Programme and the IB PYP. The school serves students aged 6 to 18. Established in 2019, ISA Ghana emphasizes technology-enabled learning. Ghanaian language studies are integrated into elementary and middle school programs, with instruction in four languages: French, Spanish, Chinese, and English. Students have access to modern classrooms, science laboratories, and technology-enabled spaces that support a range of learning approaches. The Arts Programme includes Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Music, and Drama & Theatre, and the Skill Acquisition Program offers vocational training in fashion design, cosmetology, catering and bakery, and photography, with TVET certification. CAS is a core element of the IB Diploma Programme, promoting creativity, activity, and service. University counselors assist with merit-based university placements. ISA Ghana is MSA-CESS accredited and maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio, supporting attention.