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Where is the International Community School of Abidjan located?
ICSA is located off Boulevard Arsène Usher, Assouan Road, Riviera 3, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. The Riviera 3 campus is easily accessible from Assouan Road and Boulevard Arsène Usher.
What age range does ICSA serve and what curriculum is offered?
ICSA starts at age 4; the upper age range isn't specified in the data. The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum: PYP for Early Years/Elementary, MYP for Grades 6–10, and DP for Grades 11–12, with English as the language of instruction.
Is ICSA a day school and who leads the school?
Yes, ICSA operates as a day school and is co-educational. The Head of School is Michael Breece.
What are the tuition fees by grade level for the 2025–2026 academic year, and are installments available?
Tuition is published annually and can be paid in two installments. Pre-Kindergarten costs USD 13,388 per year; Kindergarten–Grade 5 USD 23,057; Grades 6–8 USD 24,603; Grades 9–10 USD 25,816; and Grades 11–12 USD 27,202.
What additional costs should families budget for besides tuition?
In addition to tuition, there is a one-time Capital Development Fee of USD 9,000, a Registration Fee of USD 1,200 per year, and an Enrollment Fee of USD 100 for the first child (USD 50 for each sibling). Uniforms and IB-related charges (not included in tuition) also apply, as do potential field trips, meals, and other miscellaneous fees.
What is the admissions process at ICSA?
The process begins with an inquiry to the Admissions Office, followed by an online application with required documents. The Admissions team reviews the file and contacts families about assessments, placement, or enrollment steps; decisions are made by the admissions committee.
What IB programs and grade levels does ICSA offer?
ICSA offers the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Early Years and Elementary, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12, with English A/B, French, Spanish, and other IB groups available.
What is the student–teacher ratio at ICSA?
The student–teacher ratio at ICSA is 1:8, reflecting small classes and targeted teacher attention.
Which universities have ICSA graduates been admitted to?
Graduates have been admitted to Columbia University, Yale University, UCLA, American University of Paris, Cornell University, Johns Hopkins, University of Toronto, Queen Mary University, Amsterdam University College, and the University of British Columbia.
Are IB exam results publicly published by ICSA?
IB exam results are not provided in the data available here.
What sports facilities and programs does ICSA offer?
ICSA offers a pool-based aquatics program with Aqua Basketball, Swimming Training, Water Polo, and Synchronized Swimming. The pool is lifeguarded, and competitive swimming is organized under ICSA Panthers, with Development Squad and Junior Panthers pathways.
What academic facilities and on-campus resources exist for students?
Lower School has specialist classes in Music, Art & Design, Library, and PE. French is taught to all Lower School students four to five times per week, with groups by ability. The campus also supports typical academic facilities required for a comprehensive IB program.
Can you describe the campus and its size?
ICSA sits on a 5.3-hectare campus in Abidjan's Riviera 3, relocated in 2013 to purpose-built facilities that support a full P–12 program.
What extracurricular activities and clubs are available?
From Grades 1–12, students can participate in Athletics, Activities, and Music, including MUN, robotics, chess, math club, and music clubs for guitar and piano. After-school activities run from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm.
Is Model United Nations (MUN) offered at ICSA?
Yes, Model United Nations is offered as part of the Activities program.
Are there leadership or service opportunities at ICSA?
Yes. The school emphasizes service within its curriculum and supports leadership development through programs like MUN and collaborative, inquiry-based learning that fosters global perspectives.
What wellbeing and safeguarding support is available for students?
ICSA provides PK–12 counseling with four domains: academic, personal/social, career, and global perspective. The Counseling Department offers individual and group sessions, classroom guidance, and collaboration with families.
What learning support is available for students with special needs or language supports?
Learning Support offers ILPs with literacy support, math intervention, learning strategies, and in-class accommodations, plus MTSS with small-group instruction. EAL services support English learners across grade levels, with targeted programs and exit criteria based on established proficiency.
What languages are taught, and is there a bilingual option?
English is the language of instruction. French is taught to all students in Kindergarten through Grade 10 (four–five times per week). Spanish is available for Grades 9–10, with AB Initio for DP students starting in Grade 11. ICSA also offers a Bilingual Diploma and English/French language support as needed.
What safeguarding policies are in place at ICSA?
ICSA adopted a Child Protection Policy in August 2017, with signs of abuse training, staff background checks for new hires, and designated safeguarding leads available for inquiries. The policy is available in English and French.
