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Sands National Academy is a private day school in Khalda, Amman, Jordan, located at Khalda – Tla'a Qaser Khalda. The campus serves a diverse community and emphasizes Jordanian and Arab heritage within its international programs.
What age range does Sands National Academy serve?
The school serves students aged 3 to 18, with Kindergarten for ages 4–6 and Grades 1–12 in the International Program. Overall, it covers early childhood through to the end of secondary education.
What curricula or programs are offered at Sands National Academy?
Sands offers three main curricula: the Jordanian National Program (leading to the Jordanian General Secondary Certificate), the British Program (leading to IGCSE), and the American Diploma Program (with SAT, ACT and AP). There is also an International Program for Grades 1–12, plus distance learning and Learning Support.
What is the seat reservation fee and is it refundable?
The seat reservation fee is JOD 300 for returning students and JOD 500 for new students. The fee is deducted from tuition and is non-refundable if you withdraw.
Is there a published tuition schedule by year or term?
Public materials do not publish a detailed tuition schedule by year group or term for 2026/27; tuition is billed in installments and the seat reservation is deducted from those installments.
What documents are required for admission and what is the process?
Admission requires age-appropriate documents and eligibility checks. For KG1–First Grade, documents include birth certificates, family logs, passports/residence permits, vaccination certificates, photos, and specific approvals for certain nationalities. For Grades 2–10, a Transfer Certificate and last school reports are required, and interviews may be conducted as part of the process.
Are scholarships or waitlists available at Sands National Academy?
Public materials do not list scholarships or waitlists for Sands National Academy.
What curricula paths exist and what exams or certifications do they lead to?
The Jordanian National Program leads to the Jordanian General Secondary Certificate; the British Program leads to IGCSE; the American Diploma Program offers SAT, ACT, and AP. The International Program serves Grades 1–12 with distance learning and Learning Support.
What higher education options have Sands graduates pursued?
Graduates have studied at universities such as Alexandria University, Cairo University, JUST (Jordan University of Science and Technology), University of Leeds, Nova Southeastern University, and American University, among others.
What learning supports are available for students needing extra help?
Sands provides Learning Support and remedial classes to help students who need extra assistance, and there is distance learning available as part of the curriculum.
What sports facilities does Sands have?
The campus includes a gym, five-a-side and seven-a-side football pitches, a badminton court, a Taekwondo hall, a gymnastics hall, and a semi-Olympic swimming pool. Athletic programs include basketball, football, chess, athletics, and swimming, with support for talented athletes.
What academic facilities are available across grade levels?
Grades 1–3 have one computer lab and a shared science lab; Grades 4–8 have a computer lab and access to digital platforms; Grades 9–12 have two computer labs (separate for boys and a shared girls' lab), two science labs, and a well-stocked library.
What facilities exist for extracurricular activities?
Beyond classrooms, Sands offers extensive clubs and activities such as Robotics, Science Fair, Cultural Day, Ramadan Spirit, and Debate, along with spaces like a cinema, gym, and covered playground in various sections of the campus.
What after-school clubs are offered at Sands National Academy?
After-school clubs include Robotics, Science Fair, Business Day, Cultural Day, Ramadan Spirit, and Debate, with additional options in sports and arts available through the program.
Are there leadership or community service opportunities for students?
The International Section hosts cultural and social clubs and events, and the school runs community service programs with volunteer opportunities to engage with the local community. Explicit formal leadership programs are not detailed in public materials.
What kinds of competitions or events are integrated into the program?
The International Program features activities like Robotics, Science Fair, Cultural Day, and Debate; Grades 9–12 pathways include external certifications such as SAT, AP, and ACT.
What wellbeing and safeguarding provisions are offered?
Sands provides health services and counseling, with a strong emphasis on health and safety. The Protect ED curriculum covers Physical Safety, Personal Safety, Values and Ethics, Anti-Bullying, Online Safety, Psychological Safety, and a Healthy Lifestyle.
Is there support for language learners or EAL?
Arabic for Speakers of Other Languages is provided within the International Section, supporting multilingual students. Learning Support also assists students needing extra help.
How does Sands support career guidance and university planning?
Student career counseling is offered to help students choose university majors, taking into account mental strengths, finances, personal inclinations, and labor market trends.
Is Sands a boarding school or a day school, and what are the typical hours?
Sands is a day school. The day runs from 8:00 to 3:00, from Saturday to Thursday.
