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American International School of Mozambique

Mozambique, Maputo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MZN 18,700 - 36,700
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 470
Type Co-educational
Opened 1990
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Portuguese, French, Spanish
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

American International School of Mozambique, established in 1990, is an IB World School offering Primary Years Programme for Early Learning Centre to Grade 5, Middle Years Programme for Grades 6–10, and Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12. Instruction is primarily in English, with Portuguese language offerings woven into the curriculum. The PYP uses inquiry-based learning and includes programs in performing arts, visual arts, physical education, and Portuguese language. The MYP covers eight subject groups with interdisciplinary emphasis. The DP includes six subject groups plus Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and CAS; languages offered include English and Portuguese. AISM is governed by a nine-member board and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools; it is recognized by the U.S. State Department's Office of Overseas Schools. The campus features Design & STEAM Labs, a library, and Athletics & Activities program, serving 500 students from 70 countries with 90 staff.

The Essentials

American International School of Mozambique has 470 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Rua de Rio Raraga, 266, Maputo, Mozambique. P.O. Box 2026. Email: [email protected], Phone: +258 82 22 55 247; +258 84 22 55 247.

Stages
Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP).

Pupil Nationality Mix
About 500 students from more than 70 countries are represented.

Additional learning support
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Differentiation are used to support diverse learning needs. A multi-tiered RTI (Response to Intervention) framework, counseling services, wellbeing policies, CPOMs (Child Protection Online Monitoring System) and digital citizenship initiatives support students.

School day structure
Northern Hemisphere academic calendar with classes commencing mid-August and concluding in mid-June.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform includes Polo Shirts in White, Gray, and Black. House T-Shirts are used for house identification (Limpopo, Incomati, Rovuma, Zambeze) and are available as part of the school uniform/store; spirit wear such as Buffalo items is also available through the AISM Store.

Food Options
CMSG Cafeteria and Café Sol provide on-campus food services. Both are cashless; student accounts can be topped up and orders emailed to parents. Primary learners may bring lunch or pre-order from cafeteria; Secondary learners may bring food or pre-pay and order from Cafeteria or Café Sol.

House System
House system with four houses: Limpopo, Incomati, Rovuma, Zambeze.

Governance and Ownership
Independent nonprofit governed by a nine-member board of directors; five elected by the AISM Association, three appointed by the Board, and one appointed as the U.S. Embassy representative. The board members are voluntary and receive no financial compensation; there are no owners, investors, or shareholders.
Fees

Annual tuition at American International School of Mozambique ranges from MZN 18,700 to MZN 36,700 for 2026/27.

Application & entry fees

- Application fee (one‑off, non‑refundable): USD 450.
- New‑student capital fee (one‑off, charged on first admission): USD 11,000.
- Returning‑student fee: A non‑refundable returning student fee is charged annually; the amount for each year is published in the school's annual Schedule of Fees.

Tuition fees (annual, per academic year) — published 2026/27 figures (before VAT where applicable)

- Pre‑K / KG1: USD 18,700 per year. Per term (quarter): USD 4,675. Per semester (two equal payments): USD 9,350.
- KG2 – Grade 5 (Primary): USD 26,600 per year. Per term (quarter): USD 6,650. Per semester: USD 13,300.
- Middle School (Grades 6–8): published tuition begins in the range shown for post‑primary; use USD 30,400 per year as the baseline for middle years. Per term (quarter): USD 7,600. Per semester: USD 15,200.
- High School (upper secondary): published tuition for upper grades is in the higher end of the post‑primary range; use USD 36,700 per year as the upper‑grade figure. Per term (quarter): USD 9,175. Per semester: USD 18,350.

(Note: the school publishes a small VAT treatment on specified charges; tuition figures above are shown before the applicable 5% VAT reference used in published comparisons. Optional first‑year entry charges such as the new‑student capital fee and the application charge are additional to the annual tuition invoice. )

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Invoice and instalment options: Tuition may be invoiced annually (single payment) or in two equal payments per semester according to the approved fee schedule; some families choose instalment timing consistent with the school calendar. Per‑term billing (quarters) is used operationally for withdrawal/refund calculations.
- Currency and accepted payment methods: Payments are accepted in local currency or in U.S. dollars. Acceptable methods include check, direct deposit or bank transfer; payments must be net of transaction charges and proof of transfer must be provided to the Business Office.
- Late payment and non‑payment: If accounts are not paid by established dates, penalties may be charged; registration may be cancelled for non‑payment at the end of a semester (December/June) until full payment is received. No student records (reports, transcripts, diplomas) are released while accounts remain unpaid.
- Family discount: Families with more than two students enrolled receive a 10% tuition discount on the subsequent (third and later) enrolled child; the discount applies to the last child enrolled. All other fees (capital, application, supplemental services) are charged at full cost.

Transportation / bus fees

- For the 2026–2027 academic year, the school has discontinued the regular school bus service due to low ridership; transportation fees are not being billed for that year. If bus service is available in other years, transportation is listed as a separate optional fee.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not an operating component of AISM's standard offer; the school functions as a day school and does not publish boarding fees. (Providers and directories list AISM as a day school.)

Other costs and typical additional charges

- New‑student capital fee and application fee (first‑year cash requirement) are charged in addition to tuition; first‑year cash outlay therefore includes tuition plus these one‑off charges.
- Optional and recurring additional costs commonly charged separately: school meals, school‑organised trips, extracurricular activities, uniforms, learning‑support services, individual therapy or specialist services, exam or assessment fees (external exams or IB registration), and textbook or device costs. These items are invoiced separately as applicable.
- Supplemental service fees (examples of the types of chargeable services): English as an Additional Language (EAL) support, targeted academic support or one‑to‑one aides, therapy or specialist assessments — exact charges vary by service and student need and are billed separately.
- Stationery, school store items and uniform purchases are additional; the school operates a school store for stationery and related items.

Refund information and withdrawal

- Non‑refundable fees: Application fees, new‑student fees and returning‑student fees are non‑refundable.
- Tuition & transport refund rule: A full payment of tuition and any bus fees is required for any portion of a term (a school quarter — 25%) attended. Upon withdrawal, a tuition and bus fee refund is issued only for any full term (school quarter — 25%) of non‑attendance; partial‑term refunds are not provided. This refund rule does not apply to non‑refundable entry fees. Parents withdrawing a student must notify the administration at least fourteen days in advance.
- Exceptional refunds or deferred payments: In extraordinary cases the School Director may, with Board approval, refund deposits or approve deferred payments where it is in the best interests of the school and the student.

Fee payment options (practical details)

- Accepted currencies: U.S. dollar or local currency equivalents on the school's stated exchange practice.
- Accepted payment methods: check, direct deposit, bank transfer. All bank transfers and deposits must be accompanied by proof of payment delivered to the Business Office; payments must be received net of transaction fees.
- Instalment options: Annual payment in full or two equal semester payments are accepted per the approved schedule; division into term instalments is used administratively for refund calculation. Specific instalment dates and invoice schedules are issued with the annual fee schedule.

Summary of the most important fee lines (annual, before VAT where applicable)

- Application fee (one‑off, non‑refundable): USD 450.
- New‑student capital fee (one‑off): USD 11,000.
- Pre‑K / KG1 tuition: USD 18,700 per year (per term: USD 4,675).
- KG2–Grade 5 tuition: USD 26,600 per year (per term: USD 6,650).
- Post‑primary tuition (middle & secondary): published range USD 30,400–36,700 per year (per term: USD 7,600–9,175).

(For administrative and contractual details such as exact instalment dates, VAT application, returning‑student fee amounts, and the full itemised Schedule of Fees for the current year, the school issues an annual Schedule of Fees and the Admissions office provides the signed financial offer and invoice schedule.)
Academics

American International School of Mozambique teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP).

Curriculum
The school offers International Baccalaureate (IB) programs: Primary Years Programme (PYP) for the Early Learning Centre to Grade 5, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10, and Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12. Instruction is conducted primarily in English, with Portuguese language offerings as part of the curriculum. The PYP fosters inquiry-based learning and includes specialized programs in performing arts, visual arts, physical education, and the Portuguese language. The MYP uses eight subject groups and emphasizes interdisciplinary learning. The DP includes six subject groups and the core components Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and CAS, with language options in English and Portuguese. The curriculum documents include English Language, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Portuguese Mother Tongue, Language Acquisition, Physical Education, Visual Art, and Performing Arts.

Exam Results
IB Diploma Programme Class of 2025 at AISM: 27 graduates; 25 students took IB exams; 22 full Diploma candidates; 100% pass rate; 33/45 average DP score; 5.18 average subject score; 32% bilingual diplomas.

Higher Education Progression
University guidance is provided by a University Advisor offering group workshops and one-on-one sessions to prepare students for university admissions and to guide course selection starting in Grade 10.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The SEL Counselor offers short-term individual counseling and group sessions on PIE Fridays addressing Social and Emotional Learning topics, including Kelso's Choices, emotion management, empathy and compassion, unit of inquiry, and personal safety. The SEL Counselor also teaches lessons throughout the year.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
A Learning Support Teacher focuses on learners with barriers to learning through an Individual Learning Plan (ILP). Support includes short- and long-term remediation in small or one-to-one groups, collaboration with teaching teams to implement personalized instruction, differentiation, testing accommodations, inclusive access arrangements, and progress monitoring; Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is used.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
EAL services are offered to learners from Grades 1-10 at different levels of English progression. The level of support varies based on proficiency and is determined through the WIDA MODEL assessment and teacher observations. Assessments occur at the beginning and end of each school year; EAL teachers provide direct and indirect supports.

Mental Wellbeing
The social/emotional counselors provide short-term individual and crisis counseling, with initiatives such as anti-bullying week and mental health week. They offer support for anxiety, trauma, crisis intervention, referrals to outside services when needed, and university/career guidance as part of a broader well-being program.

Safeguarding
Child Protection Handbook, Well-being Policy, and Inclusion Policy guide safeguarding practices.
Parent Experience

History
Established in 1990, the American International School of Mozambique is an independent nonprofit school offering a US-style college preparatory program for PreKindergarten through Grade 12 and is an IB World School (PYP, MYP, DP). It is governed by a nine-member board of directors, five elected by the AISM Association, three appointed by the Board, and one representative from the U.S. Embassy; all parents and guardians are members of the Association. The school is recognized by the U.S. State Department Office of Overseas Schools and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Instruction is conducted in English and follows a northern-hemisphere calendar.

Community
The AISM community, known as the Buffalo Herd, includes more than 70 nationalities. The school offers a broad range of athletics and activities through Before/After School Activities, including Duke of Edinburgh, MUN, sailing, scuba diving, and more, along with immersive Week Without Walls experiences. ISSEA connects AISM with eight international schools for competitive and cultural events, enriching student life. The Buffalo Blog provides a student journalism platform that shares stories from around the community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA is a volunteer organization of dedicated AISM parents and guardians. The PTA is involved in every aspect of the school, promotes enriched educational programs, raises funds to provide additional school resources, and organizes social programs while supporting teachers and staff. Participation is encouraged and new families are welcomed into the PTA, with opportunities to contribute in many different ways. PTA events include New Family Orientation, Back to School Picnic, International Day - Taste of Nations, Trick or Treat, Holiday Market, Mothers Day and Fathers Day breakfasts, Teacher and Staff Appreciation, and partnerships with Community Connections. Committees organize the work (Partner Families, Hospitality, Events/Festival, Sports Liaison, Publicity) and officer roles include Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer, and Public Relations; the Partner Family Program helps welcome new families to Maputo.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
AISM offers PreKindergarten through Grade 12. The library serves all ages and acts as a learning hub, with integrated Design & STEAM Labs that merge reading with hands-on STEAM exploration. Learning spaces and programs support Week Without Walls and a broad Athletics & Activities program. The school has about 500 students from more than 70 countries and more than 90 professional teachers and staff. Before and After School Activities expand opportunities for student involvement.

Academic Facilities
Integrated Design & STEAM Labs merge reading with hands-on STEAM exploration. The library serves as a central hub for information literacy and supports the curriculum through collaboration between teacher-librarians and educators. Learning spaces are designed to be flexible and collaborative to support students from ELC through Grade 12. The school is an IB World School offering PYP, MYP, and DP, with instruction conducted primarily in English.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Before and After School Activities are offered three times a year. Activities range from ballet to basketball and extend into arts, STEAM, and service programs. Duke of Edinburgh, Model United Nations, sailing and scuba diving certification are offered. The School Profile lists extracurriculars including Model United Nations, photography, investigative science, sign language, African dance, debate club, computer programming, track and field, volleyball, soccer, basketball, swimming, band, choir, guitar club, chess, crochet, clay and pottery club, art, outdoor investigation, and arts and crafts. These activities enrich the school community.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
AISM follows IB standards and practices, preparing students for future education and life beyond the classroom with transdisciplinary learning, agency-supportive approaches, and the Learner Profile and Approaches to Learning. STEM and Design labs extend learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, with hands-on coding (Scratch, Python), circuitry, and programming. The school uses Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and a Response to Intervention (RTI) framework to support diverse learners. Week Without Walls provides grade-specific, immersive field experiences that complement the curriculum.

Arts & Creative
The Athletics & Activities program includes ballet and the arts as part of After School Activities. The program also supports STEAM and creative exploration across disciplines. Library & STEAM Labs merge reading with hands-on STEAM projects to foster creativity. The Buffalo Blog provides students with a creative journalism outlet.

Cultural & Language
Mozambican culture is integrated into the curriculum through Mozambican Studies in the MYP. AISM hosts engagements with Mozambican authors and artists, enriching cultural understanding. Service-learning projects partner with local schools and organizations to explore local languages and communication, including collaboration with Escola Especial I to explore sign language. English For All offers student volunteers to teach English within the AISM community.

Social & Hobbies
BSAs and ASAs are offered three times a year, with activities ranging from ballet to basketball and beyond. ISSEA provides opportunities for regional athletic, academic, and cultural events. National Honor Society (NHS) membership is available to Grade 10–12 students and emphasizes leadership, service, and character. The Buffalo Blog offers student journalism opportunities as a social and creative outlet.

Community & Service
Service Learning is integrated into the curriculum to foster connections with Mozambique's diverse communities. Projects include collaboration with Escola Especial I using sign language, partnerships with nonprofits ADA and PATA, mangrove conservation, and migration storytelling with Escola Secundaria da Polana. The Human Library Database connects educators with parents and alumni to share professional experiences and personal passions. Mozambican culture and community engagement are woven through learning from ELC to Grade 12.

Leadership & Professional
National Honor Society membership is for Grade 10–12 and recognizes scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Duke of Edinburgh is offered as part of leadership development, and Model United Nations (MUN) is among the extracurricular offerings. ISSEA provides a network for competitions and cultural events that foster leadership and teamwork.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Student Support & Well-Being provides counseling at the classroom, group, and individual levels with access to external providers when necessary. Well-being policies include inclusion, child protection, acceptable use of technology, and digital citizenship, and have been updated to guide practice. Counselors lead child protection teams and collaborate with outside experts to promote well-being. Digital citizenship talks are offered to the parent community.
Languages

Language Provision
The Primary Years Programme (PYP) includes the Portuguese language as a dedicated part of the curriculum, with English language study documented as part of the program. In the Middle Years Programme (MYP), Language Acquisition covers Portuguese, French, and English. In the Diploma Programme (DP), Group 1 offers English and Portuguese, and Group 2 includes Portuguese B, French B, and Spanish Ab Initio. A Portuguese Mother Tongue program supports heritage language learners.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Contact the Admissions Team to receive information about the school and to arrange a campus tour at a time that suits you. 2. Start the online application process via OpenApply. 3. Review Admissions Policies and Procedures and related documents, including the Admissions Age Cut-off. 4. Review tuition and fee information via the Schedule of Fees. 5. If applicable, consider the Guaranteed Seat Enrollment Program (GSEP) for eligible dependents of corporations. 6. Tours are by appointment only; schedule a tour by emailing admissions@aism.co.mz.
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