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Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Spanish, French
Typical class size 18
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Kindergarten
Introduction
Lincoln School in Kathmandu is an independent, co-educational day school delivering an American curriculum through Pre-K to 12, leading to an American high school diploma. Established in 1954, it serves a fully international community with students and faculty from more than thirty countries. Instruction is in English, with ESOL and learning support as needed. The program combines an American college-preparatory curriculum with an international perspective, and includes health and physical education, music, art, and world languages such as Spanish and French. A distinctive Innovation Lab emphasizes project-based learning, cross-disciplinary inquiry, and student voice, complemented by access to The Virtual High School for online courses. The campus comprises three buildings with 35 classrooms, a three-story library/media center, a theater, a gym, and a heated 25-meter pool, plus outdoor fields and rooftop spaces. Lincoln supports SAISA activities, service learning through Service Nepal, and extensive after-school offerings that engage most students.
Lincoln School - Kathmandu has 240 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.
Location
Lincoln School is located in Kathmandu, Nepal. The mailing address is P.O. Box 2673, Rabi Bhawan, Kathmandu. The campus serves students from pre-school through Grade 12.
Stages
Pre-school through Grade 12. It is organized into Elementary School, Middle School, and High School divisions.
Type
Independent, co-educational day school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Enrollment is 245 students: PS/PK 9; K–Grade 5 114; Grades 6–8 49; Grades 9–12 73. Of the total, 62 are US citizens, 82 are host country nationals, and 101 are third‑country nationals representing 27 countries.
Additional learning support
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and learning support services are provided.
Country affiliation
The school teaches an American curriculum with an international perspective, leading to an American high school diploma.
School day structure
The school calendar consists of 180 days divided into two semesters. There are eight periods on an alternating block schedule with a 45‑minute Fine Arts class four days a week.
Bus service
Lincoln School provides transportation for students in Kathmandu and Lalitpur with a fleet of air‑conditioned buses and vans. About 85% of students use the service. Bus rides range from 10 to 50 minutes depending on residence. GPS trackers and two‑way radios connect the school to drivers, and bus monitors assist students on the bus.
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Fees
Application & Registration Fees
- Application fee for preschool (PS/PK): USD 100. - Application/admission fee for Grades K–12: USD 450. - One-time registration/enrolment fee for new students: USD 3,000.
Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-semester)
- Grade 1–5: USD 11,860 per year (two-semester school year; USD 5,930 per semester). - Grade 6–8: USD 13,200 per year (USD 6,600 per semester). - Grade 9–12: USD 14,700 per year (USD 7,350 per semester).
How the billing is scheduled and payment terms
- The academic year is divided into two semesters; tuition figures above are annual amounts and may be invoiced on a per-semester basis (two installments per year). - Invoicing and payment terms are managed through the school's admissions/billing system; schools using the same platform commonly issue invoices in advance and set payment terms (for example, standard school billing workflows support scheduled invoices and net-30 style terms). Families should expect invoices to specify due dates and accepted payment channels.
Boarding / Residential provision
- Lincoln School is a day school and does not operate boarding/residential facilities.
Other mandatory or commonly charged one-off / annual fees
- New-student capital (development) fee / one-time levy for incoming students: USD 7,500 (one-time). This fee has been reported historically as a one‑time new‑student capital charge. - Transportation (school bus) service: reported historically in the range of USD 1,100–USD 1,300 per year for students using the school bus; transportation is charged separately from tuition. - Meals / Food services, school supplies, textbooks, uniforms, extracurricular activity fees, special program fees, and exam/assessment fees are additional to tuition and are charged as applicable. The school operates food and transportation services as separate billable services.
Refunds, cancellations and one-off fee treatment
- Application and admission fees are charged at application and are reported historically as non‑refundable. Registration and capital / development levies are one‑time payments charged at enrolment. Some capital/one‑time fees have in past practice been subject to waiver or reduction in special circumstances (for example, for students enrolling for less than a full year). Families should expect application and registration payments to be treated as non‑refundable in standard practice.
Fee payment options and currency
- Fees are commonly denominated and processed in US dollars. - Accepted payment methods for schools using the same admissions/billing platform include major credit/debit cards, bank transfer (wire), cheque, cash and other online payment options (PayPal, AliPay where enabled); invoices normally include bank details and payment instructions. Expect the school to provide invoice-level instructions for permitted payment channels and any currency/bank‑charge handling.
Academics
Lincoln School - Kathmandu teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
American college-preparatory curriculum with an international perspective; English-language instruction with ESOL and learning support; health and physical education, music, art, and world languages in Spanish and French; Innovation Lab project-based learning; cross-disciplinary learning and student voice; access to The Virtual High School (VHS) online courses.
Student Teacher Ratio
Enrollment 245; 49 fully certified faculty; approximately 5 students per teacher.
Exam Results
Class of 2025 Mean SAT Scores: English 633; Math 583. Graduates (2022–2025) have been accepted to universities including Monash University, Northwestern University, University of Toronto, University of Washington, University of Sydney, USC, and New York University. AP Courses offered include AP Calculus AB/BC, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science A, AP English Language and Composition, AP French Language, AP Human Geography, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, AP PreCalculus, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language, and AP Statistics.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates have progressed to universities across North America, Europe, and Australia, including Monash University, Northwestern University, Toronto Metropolitan University, University of Toronto, University of Washington, University of Sydney, University of New South Wales, USC, New York University, Rochester Institute of Technology, and others.
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FAQs
What curriculum does Lincoln School - Kathmandu follow?
The school offers an American college-preparatory curriculum with a wide selection of electives.
What age range does Lincoln School - Kathmandu cater to?
The school serves students aged 3 to 18. The school is structured into Elementary School (Pre-K to Grade 5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), and High School (Grades 9-12)..
What are the tuition fees at Lincoln School - Kathmandu?
Annual tuition ranges from approximately RM100 to RM22,810. **Application & Registration Fees**
- Application fee for preschool (PS/PK): USD 100.
- Application/admission fee for Grades K–12: USD 450.
- One-time registration/enrolment fee for new students: U
Where is Lincoln School - Kathmandu located?
Lincoln School is located in Rabi Bhawan, Kathmandu, Nepal.
What are the school hours at Lincoln School - Kathmandu?
The school calendar consists of 180 days divided into two semesters. There are eight periods on an alternating block schedule with a 45‑minute Fine Arts class four days a week.
What accreditations does Lincoln School - Kathmandu hold?
Lincoln School Nepal is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools/Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS).
Does Lincoln School - Kathmandu provide additional learning support?
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and learning support services are provided.
Is there a school bus service?
Transportation services are available.
What languages are taught at Lincoln School - Kathmandu?
World languages taught: French and Spanish. Elementary language instruction begins in Grade 3. In Middle School, World Languages are French and Spanish. ESOL and language-support services are provided for English language development.
How do I apply to Lincoln School - Kathmandu?
Applications are submitted online through OpenApply. Contact admissions@lsnepal.com for information.
How many students attend Lincoln School - Kathmandu?
The school has approximately 240 students.
What sports facilities are available?
Outdoor field and courts support a range of sports, and rooftop athletics and play areas add space for activities. The campus includes a heated 25m swimming pool. There is also a gymnasium on site for indoor sports and training. These facilities are part of the three-building campus.
What wellbeing support does Lincoln School - Kathmandu provide?
Student Services and Health Services departments provide dedicated wellbeing support. Child Protection policies are actively maintained.
Does Lincoln School - Kathmandu offer English language support?
Language development is addressed through the Student Services Program, supported by a Speech and Language Specialist.
