International School of Dakar

Senegal, Dakar

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Instructs in English

Fees Unlisted

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 780

Type Co-educational

Opened 1983

Bus Service No

ISD is an independent, non-profit, co-educational day school in Dakar welcoming students aged 3 to 18. The school offers an IB continuum: PYP in elementary, MYP in middle years, DP in the final grades, with an IB Career-related Programme (IBCP) option. All programs are taught in English, with a strong emphasis on multilingualism and daily French across Elementary, plus World Culture Days highlighting diverse backgrounds. The 8-acre campus in Mermoz hosts facilities: science and computer labs, a library, multiple arts spaces including a 350-seat theater and a pottery room, and a dedicated Design and Innovation Center with robotics and 3D printers. A 1:1 device program begins in 2025-26. Competitive small class sizes (typically 12–20 students; 1–5 up to 22 per class) support personalized learning. The school emphasizes service through Community Engagement and fosters leadership via committees and partnerships. The ASA program anchors after-school offerings in arts, sports, STEM, and service.

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Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme)

Taught languages French, English, Spanish

Typical class size 16

Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Languages

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School

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