Makassed Houssam Eddine Hariri High School

Lebanon, Saida

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The school at a glance

Instructs in Arabic, English, French

Fees LBP 45,000,000 - 65,000,000

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 1995

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (DP), French Curriculum, American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum

Taught languages Arabic, English, French

Strengths STEM, Languages, Performing Arts

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Preschool, Elementary, Primary School, Middle School, High School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Makassed Houssam Eddine Hariri High School is a co‑educational K‑12 school located in Saida, Lebanon, serving students from age 3 to 18. The campus supports a mix of national and international programs, including the Lebanese Baccalaureate in General Science, Social Studies and Economics, and Life Sciences, the French Baccalaureate (Scientific track), and a Foreign High School Preparatory Program. The school holds associate membership with NESA for the IB world school designation and is authorized to teach the PYP and IBDP, while AEFE authorizes the French program. The curriculum emphasizes inquiry, critical thinking, and life‑long learning, with reinforced libraries and science and technology laboratories. Facilities include well‑stocked libraries, science labs, and a technology lab. The school prepares students for SATs and university entrance exams, and guides higher education in French and Arabic universities. Distinctive features include a trilingual environment, robust MUN program, and commitment to inclusive education and community service worldwide.

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Bkosta (Sharhabil), Saida, Lebanon. P.O. Box 67, Saida, Lebanon

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The Essentials

Location

Sharhabil, Saïda (Sidon), Lebanon. The school is part of The Makassed Islamic Philanthropic Society in Saida. Postal address is P.O. Box 67, Saida, Lebanon.

Stages

Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School. High School programs include the Lebanese Baccalaureate (branches: General Science, Social Studies and Economics, Life Sciences), the French Baccalaureate (Science track), and a Foreign High School Preparatory Program for entering Freshmen.

Additional learning support

Learning Support Center helps learners with learning difficulties and other special needs, including dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, memory and attention issues, ADHD, cerebral palsy, mild intellectual delay, and hearing or vision impairment. The SEN team provides three interventions: full integration in the regular class with examinations in private or small groups; partial integration with targeted support outside the regular class; and integration in the Learning Support Center with tailored accommodations and curriculum adjustments across the curriculum, methods, time, and examinations.

Country affiliation

Lebanon

Religious affiliation

Islamic

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Fees

Application / seat reservation

- A seat reservation (deposit) is required to secure a place for the coming year; parents must reserve the seat by the published deadline and pay the school's required reservation deposit.

Annual tuition by year group (academic year 2025/26)

- Nursery (روضة / Early Years): USD 2,750; LBP 45,000,000 per year. Annual fee divided into three instalments.

- Primary (Grades 1–3): USD 3,000; LBP 50,000,000 per year. Annual fee divided into three instalments.

- Primary (Grades 4–6): USD 3,000; LBP 55,000,000 per year. Annual fee divided into three instalments.

- Middle School: USD 3,000; LBP 60,000,000 per year. Annual fee divided into three instalments.

- Secondary / High School: USD 3,000; LBP 65,000,000 per year. Annual fee divided into three instalments.

Per-term (installment) amounts (standard three-installment schedule)

- Installments are the annual tuition split into three payments. Representative per-term amounts (rounded):
- Nursery: LBP 15,000,000 per instalment (approx.). USD portions are shown as equal thirds where a USD total is given (e.g., USD 2,750 ÷ 3).
- Primary (1–3) — LBP 50,000,000 ÷ 3 ≈ LBP 16,666,667 per instalment; USD 3,000 ÷ 3 = USD 1,000 per instalment.
- Primary (4–6) — LBP 55,000,000 ÷ 3 ≈ LBP 18,333,333 per instalment; USD 3,000 ÷ 3 = USD 1,000 per instalment.
- Middle — LBP 60,000,000 ÷ 3 = LBP 20,000,000 per instalment; USD 3,000 ÷ 3 = USD 1,000 per instalment.
- Secondary — LBP 65,000,000 ÷ 3 ≈ LBP 21,666,667 per instalment; USD 3,000 ÷ 3 = USD 1,000 per instalment.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Seats must be reserved by the published deadline (reservation cut-off noted as 26 June for the referenced year) with payment of the required reservation deposit.

- The annual tuition is payable in three instalments with the following standard deadlines: first instalment before 15 September; second instalment before 15 December; third instalment before 15 March.

- The school applies sibling discounts and academic scholarships as published: second child 10% discount, third child 15%, fourth child 15%; various merit scholarships for high-achieving students (including full or partial tuition awards for top-ranked students under the school's scholarship rules).

Boarding / residential fees

- The school operates as a day school; no boarding or residential programme and no boarding fees are listed for Houssam Eddine Hariri High School.

Other costs and additional fees

- The published tuition schedule for the association lists tuition amounts and notes for instalments and discounts; separate line items such as uniform costs, transport fees, lab fees, book lists, or exam-specific charges were not listed as fixed amounts in the published tuition notice for the year referenced. Parents should expect additional one-off or annual costs for items such as uniforms, textbooks, transportation and optional activities where applicable.

Refund information

- The published tuition notice states the seat reservation (deposit) requirement and the instalment schedule. Specific refund terms for reservation deposits or for paid instalments are not detailed in the published tuition notice. Refunds or adjustments are managed according to the school's administrative and accounting procedures; parents should follow the school's official accounting instructions for withdrawals and any refund requests.

Fee payment options and contact for accounting

- Payments are processed through the school's accounting office. Contact phone numbers for the school's administrative offices are provided for payment and accounting enquiries: +961 7 739898 and +961 7 755990 (main office numbers). Use the school's accounting office to confirm acceptable payment methods (cash, bank transfer, card, or other available channels) and any documentation required for instalment plans.

Discounts and scholarships (summary)

- Sibling discounts: second child 10%; third child 15%; fourth child 15%.
- Merit scholarships and targeted grants: top-ranked students and other merit categories may receive full or partial tuition waivers according to the school's scholarship rules; additional family or need-based grants may apply under the association's social support measures.

Note: The figures above follow the tuition schedule and instalment dates published for the association's schools for the 2025/26 academic year and show both USD and LBP amounts where published. The instalment amounts presented under "Per-term" are the annual tuition divided into three equal payments to match the school's three-instalment billing cycle.

Academics

Curriculum

The High School offers the Lebanese Baccalaureate in its branches: General Sciences, Social Studies and Economics, and Life Sciences; the French Baccalaureate (Scientific branch); and a foreign high school preparatory program for entering Freshmen. The curriculum includes: religious education; first foreign language; Arabic; second foreign language; social studies (history, geography, civics); mathematics; sciences (biology, physics, chemistry); arts (drawing, theatre, music); physical education; information technology; community service; sociology; economics; philosophy and civilizations; expression and translation. The school aims to prepare students to achieve strong results on school and official exams and university entrance tests, and to develop lifelong learning, ability to express and think critically independently, through an integrated curriculum and reinforced libraries, science and technology labs. It also prepares students for SAT and entrance exams to French and Arabic universities and guides them in choosing university majors.

Higher Education Progression

Prepares students for SAT and entrance exams to French and Arabic universities.

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FAQs

What ages does Makassed Houssam Eddine Hariri High School serve, and what levels are included in the program?

The school serves students from age 3 through 18, covering Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and High School. It is a co-educational, K-12 institution that offers national and international curricula.

Where is the school located, and which organization oversees it?

The school is in Sharhabil, Saïda (Sidon), Lebanon. It operates under The Makassed Islamic Philanthropic Society in Saida and follows policies set by the Makassed Association's Board of Directors.

What curricula does HHHS offer at the high school level?

HHHS offers the Lebanese Baccalaureate in General Sciences, Social Studies and Economics, and Life Sciences; the French Baccalaureate (Scientific track); and a Foreign High School Preparatory Program for entering Freshmen. The curriculum also includes religious education, languages, sciences, arts, physical education, information technology, community service, and more.

What are the annual tuition fees by grade for the 2025/26 year, and how are they billed?

For 2025/26, Nursery is USD 2,750 or LBП 45,000,000 per year; Primary (grades 1–3) is USD 3,000 or LBП 50,000,000; Primary (grades 4–6) USD 3,000 or LBП 55,000,000; Middle USD 3,000 or LBП 60,000,000; Secondary USD 3,000 or LBП 65,000,000. Tuition is billed in three equal instalments with deadlines around September 15, December 15, and March 15. A seat reservation deposit is required to secure a place for the coming year.

Are there scholarships or discounts available, and what do they cover?

Yes. There are sibling discounts: second child 10%, third child 15%, and fourth child 15%. Merit scholarships and targeted grants may cover full or partial tuition for top-ranked students, and there may be additional family or need-based grants under Makassed policies.

What high school tracks are available, and what core subjects are taught?

The school offers the Lebanese Baccalaureate in General Sciences, Social Studies and Economics, and Life Sciences; the French Baccalaureate (Scientific track); and a Foreign High School Preparatory Program for entering freshmen. Core subjects include religious education, first and second foreign languages, Arabic, mathematics, sciences, social studies, arts, physical education, IT, and civics.

How does the school support students who are aiming for higher education or university admission?

HHHS prepares students for SATs and entrance exams to French and Arabic universities, and provides guidance to help students choose university majors aligned with their interests and abilities. The program emphasizes critical thinking and lifelong learning, supported by reinforced libraries and science/technology labs.

What facilities support learning for science, technology, and library research?

The school emphasizes a strengthened library system, science laboratories, and a technology laboratory to support inquiry-based learning across subjects. These facilities are designed to help students engage in hands-on experiments and research as part of the curriculum.

Are there notable campus features or facilities beyond the standard classrooms?

In addition to core learning spaces, HHHS highlights its libraries and laboratories (science and technology) as central campus features that support practical, inquiry-based learning.

What extracurricular programs or clubs does HHHS offer?

HHHS runs a Model United Nations program with English, Arabic, and French-speaking committees, along with student-led activities and school conferences. Community service is also integrated into the high school program.

Does the school participate in international or regional conferences or competitions?

Yes. HHHS hosts its own MUN conferences and participates in international events, including Haileybury MUN (UK) and AMMUN (Jordan), which helps students develop debate, diplomacy, and leadership skills.

What wellbeing and support services are available for students, including SEN?

HHHS has a Learning Support Center (LSC) to support learners with diverse needs. The SEN team offers three intervention models: total integration in regular classes, partial inclusion with targeted support, and LSC placement with individualized accommodations and curriculum adjustments.

Is there language support for non-native speakers and students needing English, Arabic, or French remediation?

The LSC provides one-on-one remediation and acceleration in English, Arabic, and French, along with support in other core subjects. Language proficiency is a central focus of the school's inclusive approach to learning.

Is HHHS a day school, and are there boarding options?

HHHS operates as a day school; there is no boarding program, and no boarding fees are listed.

Who governs the school, and how are policies set?

The school is governed by The Makassed Islamic Philanthropic Society in Saida, with educational and administrative policies set by the Makassed Association's Board of Directors and overseen in alignment with Lebanese Ministry of Education requirements.

What is the religious affiliation of HHHS?

The school has an Islamic religious affiliation as part of the Makassed charitable Islamic association and operates within that framework.

What accreditations or international affiliations does HHHS hold?

HHHS is an associate member of NESA (IB World School) authorized to teach the PYP and IBDP; AEFE authorizes the school to teach the Bac Français. It is also registered with the Lebanese Ministry of Education.

What languages are taught and how does the school structure language education?

The Lebanon Baccalaureate tracks include first and second foreign languages, and the French Baccalaureate offers the French track. The LSC provides remediation and acceleration in English, Arabic, and French to support multilingual learning.

What is the school's history and community involvement like?

Houssam Eddine Hariri High School was established in 1995 by the Makassed Charitable Islamic Association of Saida. It hosts graduation ceremonies on its Saida campus and participates in community partnerships and events, including MUN conferences and collaborations with local municipalities.

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