Ahliyyah & Mutran School and The National Orthodox School Shmaisani are both in Amman, about 4 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes, and The National Orthodox School Shmaisani also offers British and Jordanian. Published annual fees are JOD 2,890 - 9,150 at Ahliyyah & Mutran School and JOD 3,350 - 5,915 at The National Orthodox School Shmaisani, which puts Ahliyyah & Mutran School roughly 30% higher. Ahliyyah & Mutran School takes pupils from 4 to 18, and The National Orthodox School Shmaisani from 6 to 18. The two are similar in size, at around 1,950 and 2,330 pupils.
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Fees / year
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Fees / year JOD 2,890 - 9,150 | Fees / year JOD 3,350 - 5,915 |
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Age range
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Age range 4 - 18 years | Age range 6 - 18 years |
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Type
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Curriculum
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Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) | Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Jordanian Curriculum |
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Pupils
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Pupils 1,950 | Pupils 2,330 |
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Typical class size
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Instruction language
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Instruction language Arabic, English | Instruction language English |
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Opened
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Opened 1926 | Opened — |
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Bus service
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Location
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Location Ahliyyah & Mutran is located in Amman, Jordan, operating from two campuses in the city. Campus 1 is on Ali Reda Al Rakabi Street and Campus 2 is on Abdul Aziz Jawish Street (Mutran); both campuses are within Amman 11181. The campuses are well connected to major roads and public transport in central Amman. The school is overseen by the Arab Evangelical Episcopal Church Council. | Location 5 Al-Hajjaj Al-Sahmi Street, Shmaisani, Amman 11194, Jordan. The Shmaisani campus sits in western Amman in the Shmaisani district, a central area with major roads nearby. Wahbeh Tamari Kindergarten (KG1–KG2) operates at a separate but nearby site. The area is served by regular bus routes and local transport. |
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Stages
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Stages The school provides a continuum of IB programmes: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP) across its K–12 model. | Stages NOS-Shmaisani serves Grades 1–12. Wahbeh Tamari Kindergarten (KG1–KG2) operates at a separate campus nearby. The school divides its stages into Lower Primary (1–3), Upper Primary (4–5), Middle School (6–8), and High School (9–12). |
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School type
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School type The school operates on a co-educational basis and is a day school. It has two campuses; there are no boarding facilities. | School type Private, non-profit, co-educational, day school. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix — | Pupil nationality mix NOS Shmaisani has a diverse student body with about 21 nationalities represented; the most common nationality is Jordanian. |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support Al-Kashef Center delivers inclusive education with early identification and intervention for learning challenges. It offers screening and diagnosis services (including Irlen syndrome), language/speech support, and the presence of dedicated support teachers in the Primary and Middle Years sections to work alongside main teachers. A team of specialists and diagnosticians supports students from KG to Grade 10. | Additional learning support The Tamkeen Centre provides support for students with learning differences such as Dyslexia, Scotopic Sensitivity (Irlen) Syndrome, ADD and ADHD. The school notes limited capacity to accommodate severe intellectual or physical disabilities due to current infrastructure. |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation Jordan. | Country affiliation Greek Orthodox Christian affiliation; NOS operates under the Orthodox Educational Society in Jordan. |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation Arab Evangelical Episcopal Church Council (Christian). | Religious affiliation Religious Studies are part of the curriculum, including Christian and Islamic Religious Studies; the school has an Orthodox Christian identity embedded in its ethos. |
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School day structure
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School day structure The school day times are not publicly published; however, the school uses staggered breaks to minimize gatherings and delivers meals to classrooms to reduce crowding. The well-being and health guides emphasize a structured daily routine and safety practices for the school day. | School day structure Regular school days run from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The day is organized around stages with subject loading and breaks as per the programme. |
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Bus service details
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Bus service details A school bus service is available. Buses are sanitized multiple times daily; drivers and bus attendants have their temperatures checked before work; students have their temperatures checked before riding; masks are required on buses; windows are kept open for ventilation; seating is organized to support distancing. | Bus service details NOS offers a school bus service with routes to and from the campuses; each bus has an attending staff member. For 2025–2026, typical times are Wahbeh Tamari KG: 7:40 a.m. arrival and 1:45 p.m. departure; NOS-Shmaisani (Grades 1–5): 7:45 a.m. arrival and 2:00 p.m. departure; NOS-Shmaisani (Grades 6–12): 7:45 a.m. arrival and 3:05 p.m. departure. Bus fees are 710 JD per year or 355 JD per semester. |
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Fee details
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Fee details Application & one‑time fees - Application (application form) fee for new students: JOD 50 (non‑refundable). - Registration fee for newly admitted students (one‑time): JOD 500 (non‑refundable). - Insurance deposit for new students: JOD 100 (refundable when the student graduates or formally leaves the school). Tuition fees by year group (published annual amounts and calculated per‑term splits) The school publishes annual tuition per grade group. Where a per‑term figure is required below, the per‑term amount is calculated by dividing the published annual fee by three (equal three‑term split) — this per‑term number is a simple calculation based on the published annual fee. Annual and per‑term amounts are shown as: JOD [Annual] — Per term: JOD [Amount]. - KG1 – KG2: JOD 2,890 — Per term (calculated): JOD 963.33. - Grade 1 – Grade 3: JOD 4,200 — Per term (calculated): JOD 1,400.00. - Grade 4 – Grade 6: JOD 4,515 — Per term (calculated): JOD 1,505.00. - Grade 7 – Grade 8: JOD 5,180 — Per term (calculated): JOD 1,726.67. - Grade 9 – Grade 10: JOD 5,280 — Per term (calculated): JOD 1,760.00. - Grade 11 – Grade 12: JOD 9,150 — Per term (calculated): JOD 3,050.00. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school lists fees as annual amounts. Registration windows published on the admissions information: KG registration runs from September through December; registration for Grades 1–12 runs from November through the end of May. The school publishes annual fees; a detailed published term‑by‑term billing schedule or a formal multi‑installment payment plan is not provided in the public fee document. (Per‑term splits shown above are calculated by dividing the annual fee by three.) Bus / transport fees - Annual bus fee (non‑refundable) for the listed routes/zones: JOD 800. (Bus fees are listed as annual and non‑refundable.) Additional recurring or program fees and other costs - Kindergarten — Food & beverages (school meals; kindergarten): JOD 300 (annual). - Kindergarten — Additional academic / activities fees (stationery, technology, supplies, local trips): JOD 350 (annual). - IB Primary Years Programme (IBPYP) — Additional academic fees (educational resources, technology, local field trips): JOD 360 (annual). - IB Middle Years Programme (IBMYP) — Additional academic fees (technology, resources, CAS program where applicable, local field trips): JOD 380 (annual). - IB Diploma Programme / Career‑related Programme (IBDP / CP) — Additional academic fees (stationery, technology, textbooks, local field trips): JOD 460 (annual). - Grade 12 — International Baccalaureate examination costs and related charges (published as separate fees): Grade 12 examination fees JOD 850 (annual / one‑off for the year); Grade 12 graduation fee JOD 115 (one‑off). Refunds and non‑refundables - Application fee and registration fee are published as non‑refundable. Annual bus fees and many additional academic/activity fees are listed as non‑refundable. The insurance deposit paid at admission is refundable when the student graduates or formally leaves the school. Boarding - Boarding is not listed as an offered service; no boarding fees are published. The school operates as a day school. Fee payment options - The school operates a cashless payments system called “A&M Pay” (iOS and Android), which parents use to top up student cards/bracelets and manage school payments. The school's published parents' payment tools reference that platform. - The school's public fee documents list amounts and indicate use of the school's cashless payment infrastructure; specific accepted payment instruments (for example, which card brands or bank transfer details) are managed through the school's payment service and parent portals. The public pages reference the A&M Pay / Gate‑to‑Pay cashless service for parents. Summary of what is published and what required inference was made - The school's public fee document publishes annual tuition by grade group, one‑time admission/registration charges, bus fees by zone, and a set of additional academic and program fees; it specifies which of those are refundable or non‑refundable. - The per‑term figures presented above are calculated by dividing the published annual fee by three (equal three‑term split). The school's publicly available fee document gives annual amounts but does not publish a detailed public per‑term billing table or a formal published installment schedule; the per‑term numbers shown are therefore an arithmetic split for convenience and not a separately published school figure. If you need this presented in a different currency or formatted differently for database import, the published amounts above can be converted or reformatted; the amounts and categorizations above are taken from the school's published fee document and admissions information. | Fee details Application / Registration Fees - Non-refundable registration fee (per student) is charged at registration. Values by programme and grade are shown in the tuition schedule and vary by grade: National Programme: Grade 1–8: JD 0; Grade 9: JD 500; Grade 10–12: JD 1,000. British Programme: Grade 1–8: JD 0; Grade 9: JD 500; Grade 10–12: JD 1,000. IB programme: Grade 9: JD 500; Grades 10–12: JD 1,000. Tuition fees (annual and per-term equivalents) — National Programme (amounts in Jordanian Dinar, JD) - Grade 1 — Annual: JD 2,725. Per-semester equivalent (annual ÷ 2): JD 1,362.50. 1st sibling discount: JD 191; 2nd sibling discount: JD 245; 3rd sibling discount: JD 300. Cash-payment discount (1st child): JD 136; (2nd child): JD 127; (3rd child): JD 124; (4th child): JD 121. Non-refundable registration fee: JD 0 for Grade 1. - Grade 2 — Annual: JD 2,785. Per-semester: JD 1,392.50. Sibling discounts: JD 195 / 251 / 306. Cash-payment discounts: JD 139 / 130 / 127 / 124. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 3 — Annual: JD 2,870. Per-semester: JD 1,435. Sibling discounts: JD 201 / 258 / 316. Cash-payment discounts: JD 144 / 133 / 131 / 128. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 4 — Annual: JD 3,025. Per-semester: JD 1,512.50. Sibling discounts: JD 212 / 272 / 333. Cash-payment discounts: JD 151 / 141 / 138 / 135. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 5 — Annual: JD 3,080. Per-semester: JD 1,540. Sibling discounts: JD 216 / 277 / 339. Cash-payment discounts: JD 154 / 143 / 140 / 137. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 6 — Annual: JD 3,205. Per-semester: JD 1,602.50. Sibling discounts: JD 224 / 288 / 353. Cash-payment discounts: JD 160 / 149 / 146 / 143. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 7 — Annual: JD 3,325. Per-semester: JD 1,662.50. Sibling discounts: JD 233 / 299 / 366. Cash-payment discounts: JD 166 / 155 / 151 / 148. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 8 — Annual: JD 3,480. Per-semester: JD 1,740. Sibling discounts: JD 244 / 313 / 383. Cash-payment discounts: JD 174 / 162 / 158 / 155. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 9 — Annual: JD 3,630. Per-semester: JD 1,815. Sibling discounts: JD 254 / 327 / 399. Cash-payment discounts: JD 182 / 169 / 165 / 162. Non-refundable registration fee: JD 500. - Grade 10 — Annual: JD 3,780. Per-semester: JD 1,890. Sibling discounts: JD 265 / 340 / 416. Cash-payment discounts: JD 189 / 176 / 172 / 168. Non-refundable registration fee: JD 1,000. - Grade 11 — Annual: JD 4,050. Per-semester: JD 2,025. Sibling discounts: JD 284 / 365 / 446. Cash-payment discounts: JD 203 / 188 / 184 / 180. Non-refundable registration fee: JD 1,000. - Grade 12 — Annual: JD 4,705. Per-semester: JD 2,352.50. Sibling discounts: JD 329 / 423 / 518. Cash-payment discounts: JD 235 / 219 / 214 / 209. Non-refundable registration fee: JD 1,000. Note: JD 150 deposit is added for Grade 12 (refundable subject to NOS administration approval). Additional Grade 12 charges noted separately below. Tuition fees (annual and per-term equivalents) — British Programme (CP/CS/IG) - Grade 1 (CP) — Annual: JD 3,350. Per-semester: JD 1,675. 1st/2nd/3rd sibling discounts: JD 235 / 302 / 369. Cash-payment discounts: JD 168 / 156 / 152 / 149. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 2 (CP) — Annual: JD 3,415. Per-semester: JD 1,707.50. Sibling discounts: JD 239 / 307 / 376. Cash-payment discounts: JD 171 / 159 / 155 / 152. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 3 (CP) — Annual: JD 3,560. Per-semester: JD 1,780. Sibling discounts: JD 249 / 320 / 392. Cash-payment discounts: JD 178 / 166 / 162 / 158. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 4 (CP) — Annual: JD 3,715. Per-semester: JD 1,857.50. Sibling discounts: JD 260 / 334 / 409. Cash-payment discounts: JD 186 / 173 / 169 / 165. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 5 (CP) — Annual: JD 3,810. Per-semester: JD 1,905. Sibling discounts: JD 267 / 343 / 419. Cash-payment discounts: JD 191 / 177 / 173 / 170. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 6 (CS) — Annual: JD 3,990. Per-semester: JD 1,995. Sibling discounts: JD 279 / 359 / 439. Cash-payment discounts: JD 200 / 186 / 182 / 178. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 7 (CS) — Annual: JD 4,255. Per-semester: JD 2,127.50. Sibling discounts: JD 298 / 383 / 468. Cash-payment discounts: JD 213 / 198 / 194 / 189. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 8 (CS) — Annual: JD 4,705. Per-semester: JD 2,352.50. Sibling discounts: JD 329 / 423 / 518. Cash-payment discounts: JD 235 / 219 / 214 / 209. Reg. fee: JD 0. - Grade 9 (IG) — Annual: JD 5,190. Per-semester: JD 2,595. Sibling discounts: JD 363 / 467 / 571. Cash-payment discounts: JD 260 / 241 / 236 / 231. Non-refundable registration fee: JD 500. - Grade 10 (IG) — Annual: JD 5,555. Per-semester: JD 2,777.50. Sibling discounts: JD 389 / 500 / 611. Cash-payment discounts: JD 278 / 258 / 253 / 247. Non-refundable registration fee: JD 1,000. - Grade 11 (IG) — Annual: JD 5,850. Per-semester: JD 2,925. Sibling discounts: JD 410 / 527 / 644. Cash-payment discounts: JD 293 / 272 / 266 / 260. Non-refundable registration fee: JD 1,000. - Grade 12 (IG) — Annual: JD 5,915. Per-semester: JD 2,957.50. Sibling discounts: JD 414 / 532 / 651. Cash-payment discounts: JD 296 / 275 / 269 / 263. Non-refundable registration fee: JD 1,000. Note: JD 150 deposit is added for Grade 12 (refundable subject to NOS administration approval). Additional Grade 12 charges noted separately below. International Baccalaureate (IB) programme — fees (annual and per-term equivalents) - Grade 9 (IB) — Gross annual tuition: JD 9,150; Board-granted discount: JD 3,960; Net annual tuition: JD 5,190. Per-semester equivalent (net ÷ 2): JD 2,595. Sibling discounts and cash-payment discounts are applied to the net tuition as listed (1st sibling JD 363; 2nd JD 467; 3rd JD 571; cash discounts JD 260 / 241 / 236 / 231). Non-refundable registration fee: JD 500. - Grade 10 (IB) — Gross annual tuition: JD 9,775; Board-granted discount: JD 4,220; Net annual tuition: JD 5,555. Per-semester equivalent (net ÷ 2): JD 2,777.50. Non-refundable registration fee: JD 1,000. - Grade 11 (IB) — Gross annual tuition: JD 10,350; Board-granted discount: JD 4,500; Net annual tuition: JD 5,850. Per-semester equivalent (net ÷ 2): JD 2,925. Non-refundable registration fee: JD 1,000. - Grade 12 (IB) — Gross annual tuition: JD 10,350; Board-granted discount: JD 4,435; Net annual tuition: JD 5,915. Per-semester equivalent (net ÷ 2): JD 2,957.50. Non-refundable registration fee: JD 1,000. Note: JD 150 deposit is added for Grade 12 (refundable subject to NOS administration approval). Transportation (school bus) fees and billing schedule - Annual bus fees vary by route distance. Typical annual fees: one-way JD 470–500; round-trip JD 660–710 depending on area (nearby vs distant routes). For one semester only, the bus amount is divided by two (one-semester fee = annual ÷ 2). The service is provided as round-trips only; return trips are available at set school departure times. A 15% discount on bus fees is provided starting from the third sibling using the service. Other recurring or one-off charges - Grade 12 additional charges: amounts of JD 60 (National Programme) and JD 70 (IG and IB) are listed as additional Grade 12 charges. A deposit of JD 150 is added for Grade 12 students (refundable subject to NOS administration approval). - Digital-platform subscriptions: JD 12 for the Kutubee platform (Grades 1–8) and JD 6 for the RAZ-Reading platform (Grades 1–6) are added where applicable. - Uniforms and textbooks: a school uniform shop and a bookstore operate on campus during school hours; uniform and textbook purchases are additional to tuition and are available at the school (bookstore and uniform shop hours are published). Specific uniform and textbook prices are charged at point of sale. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition figures above are presented as annual amounts in Jordanian Dinars (JD). The published schedule shows early/conditional payment entries (discount columns and a date column indicating payments/discounts tied to being paid before August 10). Cash-payment discounts and sibling discounts are applied as shown in the published fee tables. Parents should expect to see registration (non-refundable) charged at registration and the annual tuition charge presented for the year; semester-equivalent amounts can be derived by dividing the annual amount by two. Boarding - The National Orthodox School – Shmaisani operates as a day school. There are no boarding fees because boarding/residential provision is not offered. Refund information - Non-refundable registration fees are explicitly identified in the published fee schedule. The Grade 12 deposit of JD 150 is refundable only upon approval by NOS administration. Other refunds (if any) are subject to the school's administration and specific approval; the registration fee itself is non-refundable as shown. Fee payment options and billing contacts - The school's published fee information provides the accounting contact for payment mechanism details: NOS Accountant Ghaith Haddad (email: ghaith.haddad@oes.org.jo) and the school switchboard telephone number. The school cashier has defined operating hours. Specific accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, credit card, or cash) and detailed billing schedules are administered by the school accountant/cashier. Summary notes for parents - All amounts above are stated in Jordanian Dinars (JD) as published in the school's tuition schedule and include sibling and cash-payment discount figures and non-refundable registration fees as shown. Annual tuition divided by two gives the per-semester equivalent used when a one-semester fee is applicable. Transport, platform subscriptions, Grade 12 additional charges, and uniform/textbook purchases are charged in addition to tuition. Registration fees are non-refundable; the Grade 12 deposit is refundable subject to administrative approval. For invoice-specific payment instructions and to arrange payment, contact the school accounting office / cashier. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements — | Boarding arrangements The school operates as a day school with standard school hours from 7:40 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement — | Uniform requirement The school uses a uniform policy. Uniforms are required on Saturdays and Tuesdays. |
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Food options
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Food options — | Food options The school provides a Canteen for Grades 1-5 and a Cafeteria for Grades 6-12, offering water, milk, juices, pastries, sandwiches, salads, healthy snacks, hot meals, soups and desserts; soups are not sold in the canteen for Grades 1-5. |
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House system
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership — | Governance and ownership The Orthodox Educational Society (OES) owns and governs the school; OES is a non-profit organization that operates NOS Shmaisani, NOS Ashrafieh and Wahbeh Tamari Kindergarten. |
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Curriculum details
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Curriculum details Ahliyyah & Mutran is an IB World School in Amman, Jordan offering the IB continuum: PYP for K–5, MYP for grades 6–10 (ages 11–16), and the DP for grades 11–12 (ages 16–19). | Curriculum details The National Orthodox School Shmaisani offers three programmes across Grades 1–12: the National Programme based on the Jordanian MOE curriculum (taught primarily in Arabic with English language components), the Cambridge International Programme (Cambridge Primary/Secondary) taught mainly in English, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for Grades 11–12 with Foundation Years in Grades 9–10; the school was reaccredited by the Council of International Schools on 20 March 2024. The school allows enrolment in either the National or Cambridge pathway from Grade 1, with movement between programmes possible depending on language ability and space. In Stage (1–3) Lower Primary, the Cambridge Primary offer provides English Language, Mathematics in English, Science in English, Social Studies in English, and Global Perspectives, while the National Programme delivers Arabic Language, Mathematics in Arabic, Science in Arabic, with other subjects taught by specialists (English, French, PE, Art, etc.). In Stage (4–5) Upper Primary, Cambridge Primary subjects are taught in English with Arabic and other subjects mirrored in the National Programme (Arabic Language, English Language, Mathematics in Arabic, Science in Arabic, French, and more). In Stage (6–8) Middle School, the Cambridge Secondary option comprises Science taught in English (Chemistry, Biology, Physics) alongside Arabic Language, Social Studies in Arabic, French, and other core subjects, with the National Programme continuing parallel offerings. At Stage (9–12), students may pursue the Jordanian General High School Certificate (Tawjihi), the International British Certificate route (IGCSE/IAL/Edexcel), or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) with Foundation Years in 9–10, the IBDP being English-medium and IB-accredited since 2018. |
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning The school maintains a dedicated well-being department focused on the social, emotional, and physical wellness of students and staff, using a two-pronged approach of data-driven prevention and intervention. Prevention strategies develop intrapersonal and interpersonal awareness, foster positive relationships among students and teachers, and cultivate a sense of belonging within the school community across the K-10 continuum. The program is delivered with clear policies and procedures and the wellbeing department coordinates well-being activities across departments. A team of qualified professional counselors provides intervention, offering individual counseling using cognitive, behavioral, and/or solution-focused approaches, with screening tools to identify students in need. Counseling services adhere to up-to-date international standards, maintain confidentiality, and may refer families to external professionals when needed. The school also hosts conferences, workshops, and motivational speakers, and often invites parents to benefit from these sessions. | Social & emotional learning NOS Shmaisani places student happiness and well-being at the heart of its approach; educational counselling is explicitly described as contributing to students' happiness and well-being. The Tamkeen Centre is staffed by specialized professionals and provides learning-support for Grades 1-9, including non-Arabic speaking students. Tamkeen Centre services include screening and evaluation for learning difficulties (e.g., Dyslexia and Irlen/SSS), individualized lesson plans, assessment for SEN and LSC, a Non-Arabic Speaking Students Programme, exam reading/writing support, and public awareness. NOS's vision and aims commit to psychological, emotional, social and spiritual well-being as part of student development. Educational Counselling offers one-on-one and group guidance to help students understand themselves, develop life skills, and promote mental health, while university guidance supports students through the application process. Citations: turn8view0, turn4view0, turn2search6, turn5view0 |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN) The Inclusion Policy is publicly accessible in the Document Center, indicating formal attention to inclusive education. The policy is published under the Arab Evangelical Episcopal Church Council (Ahliyyah & Mutran). Explicit details on specific SEN provisions, types of SEN supported, or whether the school operates a dedicated SEN unit are not publicly listed. The school's inclusion approach aligns with its holistic IB model and emphasis on student well-being. For definitive information on SEN services, inquiries should be directed to the school. | Special educational needs (SEN) Tamkeen Centre delivers in-house SEN/LSC support with specialized, trained staff. It offers screening and evaluation for learning difficulties and Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome, along with individualised lesson plans and in-class or one-on-one support, and provides a Non-Arabic Speaking Students Programme. The Centre also provides assessment for SEN/LSC and an exam-reading/writing service, plus public awareness about learning difficulties. The Tamkeen Centre serves Grades 1-9 and is part of NOS rather than a separate specialist SEN institution. The school notes that it cannot accommodate students with severe mental disabilities (IQ below 70) or severe physical disabilities due to current infrastructure. Citations: turn4view0, turn3view0, turn7view0 |
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English as an additional language
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English as an additional language The Primary Years Program page describes multilingualism and notes that the language of instruction in K-5 is Arabic, with English and French taught as additional languages in Grades 1-5. The PYP experience page indicates teachers include English language specialists as part of the co-teaching team. Public IB information lists English and Arabic as the languages of instruction for the school. This framework indicates EAL development is supported through English language development and additional language offerings rather than a separate EAL department in publicly available materials. | English as an additional language EAL support is provided through the Tamkeen Centre, including a Non-Arabic Speaking Students Programme to help non-Arabic-speaking students improve their Arabic language skills; this service is offered to students with Arabic-language needs and is fee-based. The Tamkeen Centre serves Grades 1-9 and offers individualized lesson plans for registered students. The Non-Arabic Speaking Students Programme uses a tailored curriculum for reading, writing and conversational Arabic, with special exams prepared to match each student's plan. Non-Arabic speaking support is described as part of Tamkeen Centre services for those with language needs. Citations: turn4view0, turn8view0 |
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Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is addressed as part of the school's broader social and emotional wellbeing (SEL) initiatives through the Wellbeing department. Prevention strategies cultivate intrapersonal and interpersonal awareness, positive relationships, and a sense of belonging across the K-10 continuum. A team of professional counselors provides intervention with screening tools and individual counseling using cognitive, behavioral, and/or solution-focused approaches. Counseling services maintain confidentiality and may refer families to external professionals when needed. The school also organizes conferences, workshops, and motivational speakers, often inviting parents to support mental wellbeing. | Mental wellbeing NOS aims to ensure holistic well-being across psychological, emotional, physical, mental, social and spiritual domains (Our Vision/Mission/Aims). The Tamkeen Centre explicitly prioritizes physical, mental and spiritual well-being as a core focus for students. Educational Counselling emphasises promoting mental health, life skills, and social adaptability, offering one-on-one and group guidance to support students' emotional development. Education Counselling also provides strategies for dealing with feelings, conflict resolution, and general well-being, with aims that include preventing delinquency and improving motivation. University Counselling supports students with post-secondary planning, which contributes to overall well-being by reducing stress and uncertainty in transitions. Citations: turn2search6, turn7view0, turn8view0, turn5view0 |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding The Inclusion Policy is publicly available in the Document Center, indicating safeguarding and inclusion measures. The policy is published under the Arab Evangelical Episcopal Church Council (Ahliyyah & Mutran). The wellbeing program's prevention and intervention components support safeguarding by addressing students' welfare. The wellbeing department coordinates safeguarding-related activities across departments through clear policies and procedures. Counselors provide confidential support and can refer to external professionals when needed, reinforcing safeguarding practices. | Safeguarding NOS publicly references safeguarding-adjacent provisions: the Admission page notes an open Admissions policy and a Student Code of Conduct or best interests standard. The school operates clinics with a General Physician and nurses who provide medical care, vaccinations, and injury care, and maintain medical records for safety. Educational Counselling explicitly covers safeguarding-related processes, including special education referrals to competent specialists and handling issues before referring to the discipline council. Tamkeen Centre supports a safe, inclusive environment by addressing learning difficulties and raising awareness among school and families. The campus also implements health and safety measures, including CCTV, fire alarm systems, emergency exit maps, and a smoke-free environment. Citations: turn3view0, turn7view0, turn8view0, turn7view0 |
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Facilities overview
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Facilities overview The school is an IB World School serving K-12 with the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (IBDP), and Career-related Programme (IBCP). The two historic schools merged in 2017 to form a single coeducational institution that emphasizes engagement, empowerment, innovation, and enlightenment. A planned move to a new green campus in 2022 was mentioned as part of the school's experiential education model. The Al-Kashef Center for inclusive education has operated since 1995, offering free services and inclusive learning support. A cognitive development program with COGx began in 2016, with grades 6–10 participating in four COGx classes per week delivered one-on-one by a certified professional. | Facilities overview The National Orthodox School Shmaisani provides comprehensive academic, creative, and physical facilities on campus. Two Learning Resource Centers offer thousands of publications and a Destiny Follett digital library. The Fouad Yaghnam Theatre seats 250 and the OES Culture & Sports Building includes two large multi-purpose halls and a 550-seat theatre, plus an outdoor football field. Six computer labs along with extensive science labs and arts spaces support a broad curriculum. |
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Sports facilities
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Sports facilities — | Sports facilities Indoor facilities include a large indoor gym and two large multi-purpose halls (450m2 and 370m2) for PE and events. Outdoor facilities comprise an outdoor artificial grass football field and three outdoor playgrounds. |
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Academic facilities
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Academic facilities The school offers four IB programs across the K-12 range: PYP, MYP, DP, and IBCP. It pursues a design-based approach that integrates design thinking and the design process into its academic offerings. AR and VR content is integrated into different grade levels' curricula as part of blended learning. The school has maintained its status as an IB World School since 2001. | Academic facilities Two Learning Resource Centers (grades 1-5 and 6-12) hold around 9,322 and 17,170 publications, plus a Destiny Follett digital library. Six computer labs provide one-to-one computing access. General science labs exist on floors for stages 1-3, 4-5, 6-8, with specialised chemistry, physics and biology labs for stages 9-12, some accredited for AS/A2 practicals. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities Tasmeem – Design Day is an annual design exhibition. Yalla Shabab is the school's annual Learning & Innovation Conference with speakers from various design-based industries. Ballroom Dancing is offered to teach teamwork, etiquette, and expressive movement. The school participated in Amman Design Week 2019 with the Endless Horizons theme, reflecting design-focused engagement beyond the classroom. AR and VR experiences are used to transform spaces into learning opportunities as part of the school's blended learning approach. | Extra curricular facilities Music and drama rooms, a dance hall, and art rooms support arts education. A Food and Nutrition Kitchen, vocational workshops, a canteen, Tamkeen, and a staff nursery support holistic development. The Fouad Yaghnam Theatre and OES Culture & Sports Building host performances and events. |
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History
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History Ahliyyah & Mutran began as two single‑gender institutions: the Ahliyyah School for Girls, founded in 1926 by the Christian Missionary Society based in England, and The Bishop's School for Boys, established in 1936. In 1957, the Arab Episcopal Church in Jerusalem took over administrative responsibilities, furthering a mission to empower Jordanian women with knowledge. The two schools merged in 2008 under one Board and one Superintendent to form Ahliyyah & Mutran as a single institution. Ahliyyah & Mutran has been an IB World School since 2001, offering the four IB programs across primary to career-related pathways. The merge also included plans to relocate to a new campus along Airport Road/Na'our area, with the original campuses transforming into Ahliyyah as an Integral Arts and Humanities College and Mutran as an Educational Museum; the first phase of the move was expected in 2023. | History The National Orthodox School – Shmaisani (NOS) was founded in 1957 under the Orthodox Educational Society (OES), born from the Arab Orthodox Movement. It began in a rented building in Jabal Amman with about 70 students and four teachers across KG1–Grade 1. NOS moved to its permanent Shmaisani campus in 1965 and celebrated its first graduating class in 1972. The school operates as a private, non-profit, co-educational institution under the OES umbrella, which also administers Wahbeh Tamari Kindergarten and the National Orthodox School – Ashrafiyeh. Today NOS serves around 2,400 students from KG1 to Grade 12 and employs more than 360 staff; it is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and has participated in the Healthy Schools National Accreditation Project since 2014. |
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Community
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Community The school's community emphasizes design and innovation, hosting events such as Tasmeem – Design Day and participating in Amman Design Week (2019), while incorporating AR and VR into the learning process across grade levels. A broad range of after‑school clubs—ballet, gymnastics, football, basketball, drama, choir, arts, chess, robotics, coding and more—support student development, with some clubs carrying additional fees. Ballroom dancing is part of the school culture, teaching teamwork, etiquette, and expressive movement. Parents are encouraged to engage through an open‑door policy and a formal Parent Council that supports home–school partnership and student well‑being. | Community NOS fosters a close-knit community with a values-led approach and a broad campus life, including two Learning Resource Centers and a Digital Library to support research. The school hosts a range of events and programs, including NOSMUN and English language teaching symposiums, alongside staff and student-driven initiatives. Community life is further enriched through Orthodox Educational Society activities, such as the Annual Bazaar and the Winter Charity Campaign that bring families into school life and support charitable projects. NOS emphasizes global citizenship and Jordanian heritage as part of daily life, as reflected in its philosophy and facilities. |
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Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association Ahliyyah & Mutran operates a Parent Council dedicated to strengthening home–school partnership and facilitating two‑way communication. The Parent Council has an Articles of Association and a formal governance framework, with council members listed to represent different parts of the student body. Members include representatives such as Haya Abu Ghneimah (KG1 & KG2) and Zein Isam Haj Hasan (Grades 1–2), among others, reflecting broad family participation. The Council's purpose is to provide constructive feedback and structured involvement to support student well‑being and learning. The Articles of Association are available in English and Arabic, underscoring the bilingual nature of school governance. | Parent teacher association There is no standalone PTA documented for NOS; parent involvement is organized through the Orthodox Educational Society (OES) governance and its community programs. OES coordinates family participation in major events such as the Annual Bazaar, a longstanding fundraising activity, and the Winter Charity Campaign. Volunteer roles and family engagement are typically channeled through OES committees and school-wide drives rather than a separate parent body. The Giving and Support Our Work pages describe ways families can contribute financially or in kind to NOS and OES programs. NOS also involves families in school life through events such as professional development days for staff and student conferences, which illustrate a collaborative model of engagement. Overall, parent and community involvement at NOS occurs through the OES umbrella and school programs rather than a traditional PTA. |
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Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual The school offers four IB programs: Primary Years (PYP), Middle Years (MYP), Diploma (DP), and Career-related (CP). It has been an IB World School since 2001, and in 2017 the two founding schools merged into a single coeducational institution. PYP (K–5) emphasizes inquiry-based, concept-driven learning across six transdisciplinary themes. MYP (grades 6–10) uses English as the language of instruction for most subjects, with Arabic, Physical and Health Education, and Religion taught in Arabic, and it includes nine subject groups, interdisciplinary learning, and community service. DP is offered as part of the IB continuum, with DP authorized since 2001, and CP authorized since 2016; DP covers six subject groups and core components (CAS, EE, TOK), while CP blends DP courses with career-related studies and four core components including service learning, personal and professional skills, language development, and a reflective project. | Academic & intellectual NOS offers clubs and teams that support academic enrichment, including NOS MUN, science clubs, drama, music and art. Global Citizenship and Digital Citizenship underpin learning across all programmes. University Counselling helps seniors with university applications, exam preparation and related guidance. |
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Arts & creative
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Arts & creative Arts education spans Music, Drama, Visual Arts and Performing Arts. The Music, Drama and Visual Arts offerings are integrated across the PYP and MYP, with Performing Arts featured in middle school life and school productions. Dancing Classrooms is offered for Grade 5 to teach teamwork, etiquette and self-confidence. The annual School Play and Art Exhibition showcase student creativity, and events such as Tasmeem (Design Day) and ongoing design- and arts-focused activities connect students with Jordanian designers and the broader community. | Arts & creative Drama, Music and Art are integral to NOS life, with dedicated clubs and opportunities to perform and showcase work. Students can engage in creative projects through NOS Clubs & Teams and related activities. |
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Cultural & language
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Cultural & language Soul & Spirit define the school culture, anchored in love, empathy, openness, dedication and commitment, with a strong emphasis on Arab identity and cultural heritage. The school seeks to cultivate globally engaged, humane citizens rooted in local values. Multilingualism is emphasized: the language of instruction in the Primary Years is Arabic (with English and French taught as additional languages); languages of instruction in other levels include English and Arabic. The school supports exchange programs with sister schools to promote global citizenship and cross-cultural understanding. | Cultural & language The National Programme is taught primarily in Arabic, with English Language, English Science and French, and English Math in Grades 6-8. The International Cambridge Programme is taught primarily in English, using Cambridge Primary/Preparatory for Grades 1-5 and Cambridge Secondary for Grades 6-8, complemented by Arabic Language, Arabic Social Studies and Religion under MOE curricula. In high school, students can pursue Tawjihi, IAL/IGCSE/Edexcel/Cambridge, or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with Foundation Years in Grades 9-10. |
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Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies After-school clubs for K–5 include ballet, gymnastics, football, basketball, track and field, French, drama, choir, band, art, chess, robotics, coding, and Dancing Classrooms. Yalla Shabab is the annual Learning & Innovation Conference with speakers from design-based industries. Tasmeem, the Design Day event, and the School Play and other arts activities foster social development and teamwork. | Social & hobbies NOS fosters a broad range of student activities through NOS Clubs & Teams, including arts, sciences and athletics. Community Service Club provides opportunities for service projects, while NOS Athletics supports sports and fitness activities. |
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Community & service
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Community & service Community service and service learning are integral to the program, with a focus on applying classroom learning to the community. The school runs exchange programs with sister schools to promote cultural exchange and global perspectives. Environmental initiatives, such as Environmental Day and the Organic Garden, engage students in sustainability projects and related activities. | Community & service The Community Service Club and other service-oriented activities are part of student life, emphasizing civic engagement and social responsibility. |
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional The CP program blends three DP courses with career-related studies and four core components: service learning, personal and professional skills, language development, and a reflective project, aimed at developing career-ready skills. The program places emphasis on student leadership, collaboration and real-world application through organized visits and industry partnerships. The school also hosts events like Yalla Shabab and Tasmeem to connect students with leaders and professionals in various fields. | Leadership & professional University Counselling supports high school students in selecting courses and universities, organizing university fairs, and guiding applications and test preparation. NOS provides resources for college admissions and related standardized tests. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing The wellbeing department focuses on social, emotional and physical wellness using prevention and intervention strategies. A team of counselors provides individual support and uses confidential, standards-based practices, with referrals to external professionals when needed. The school aims to maintain a safe, supportive environment and promote positive energy and healthy lifestyle choices. | Lifestyle & wellbeing Stage (1-3) comprises eight 40-minute classes per day, with a 30-minute break after the third period and a 20-minute break after the sixth period. Wahbeh Tamari Kindergarten (KG1–KG2) operates at a nearby location with a bilingual programme, and the school emphasizes a home-like, supportive environment as part of its culture. |
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Language provision
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Language provision Arabic is the language of instruction in the Primary Years (K–5). English is the language of instruction in the Middle Years (Grades 6–10) for most subjects, with Arabic taught in Arabic for Arabic, Physical and Health Education, and Religion. A third language is offered in the Middle Years (French or German, and Chinese). In the Primary Years, the school teaches English and French as additional languages (French available in Grades 1–5). | Language provision The National Programme is taught primarily in Arabic and is based on the Jordanian Ministry of Education curriculum, enriched with English Language, English Science and French, in addition to English Math for Grades 6-8. The International Cambridge Programme is taught primarily in English and is based on Cambridge Primary (Grades 1-5) and Cambridge Secondary (Grades 6-8), enriched with Arabic Language, Social Studies in Arabic and Religion. German is offered as an option for Grades 9-10 under the National Programme, and both programmes include Computer, French, Art, Drama, Music, Physical Education, Religion and Global Perspectives. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11-12, with Foundation Years in Grades 9-10. |
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Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching The school uses Arabic as the language of instruction in the Primary Years (K–5) and English as the language of instruction in the Middle Years (Grades 6–10) for most subjects. Arabic is used for Arabic, Physical and Health Education, and Religion in the middle years, while English is used for other subjects. A third language is offered in the Middle Years (French or German, and Chinese). In the Primary Years, English and French are taught as additional languages (French available in Grades 1–5). | Bilingual teaching Wahbeh Tamari KG runs a bilingual programme. |
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Admissions
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Admissions 1. Submit online application and documents. Parents fill in the online application form and complete the required checklist by submitting the necessary documents. The application process is organized through an online portal with separate registration paths for KG and Grades 1-12. The school has been an IB World School since 2001 and offers all four IB programs. 2. Interview and assessment. A first interview is arranged within one week of completing all requirements, preferably with both parents. The interview evaluates readiness and fit with the school's programs, and an entrance exam may be conducted when applicable. 3. Waitlist and notification. All applications are placed on a waiting list subject to space availability. Offers are issued as spaces become available, and decisions may depend on space and program capacity. 4. Registration windows and fees. KG registrations run from September through December; Grades 1-12 registrations run from November through May. Tuition fees for the 2025/2026 scholastic year are published and downloadable in the fees section. 5. Contact and support. For assistance, families can reach the school through the provided contact channels. | Admissions The National Orthodox School – Shmaisani accepts applications for KG1 through Grade 11. Application dates for new registrations start at the beginning of the 2nd semester each year, usually in January or February, for the following school year; in Wahbeh Tamari Kindergarten the process opens earlier (in November) for siblings of current students and for staff children to provide priority consideration. Registrations are for the 1st semester; start in the 2nd semester is not typical except in certain transfer cases from outside Jordan. The school has an open and inclusive Admissions Policy. It reserves the right to deny admission or re-registration if a student's behavior is not in line with the School's values. As a general rule, male applicants are admitted only with the registration of a female sibling of school age. Grade 12 admission is allowed only under exceptional circumstances after review by the Student Admissions Committee and approval by the Orthodox Educational Society Executive Board; Grade 12 IBDP requires completion of Grade 11 in the IBDP to be considered. A Tamkeen Centre supports students with learning difficulties, but the school notes limitations for severe disabilities given current infrastructure. Special consideration is given to non-Arabic speaking applicants during entrance exams and personal interviews. Admission steps include: Step 1 — online Admission Application Form with a pledge; Step 2 — submission of required documents; Step 3 — Entrance Exam; Step 4 — Personal Interview; Step 5 — Application Review by the NOS Admissions Sub-committee (Grades 1–8) or the OES Admissions Committee (Grades 9–12); Step 6 — Notification of admission decision (usually 2–3 weeks after exam/interview); Step 7 — receiving a New Students Information Pack (including school contract, tuition fees, bus information, and uniforms) and onboarding steps. Notifications of acceptance are by phone and email; if not accepted, families may appeal or reapply the following year. The school provides ongoing evaluation of students during the first year by an Internal Review Committee. Admissions, timelines, and procedures are described in detail in the school's How To Apply, When to Apply, Equal Opportunity and Acceptance Priority content. |
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Scholarships
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Scholarships Students at Ahliyyah & Mutran have earned scholarships totaling over $1.6 million across various disciplines and universities. The school highlights strong outcomes for graduates, including university acceptances. | Scholarships Tuition and fee information is published for two programmes: National Programme and British Programme. For the 2025-2026 academic year, tuition includes a tiered set of discounts: 1st Sibling Discount, 2nd Sibling Discount, 3rd Sibling Discount, and separate Cash Payment Discounts for the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th child; a non-refundable registration fee is listed for each grade. The numbers differ by grade and programme, and Grade 1 NP shows tuition of 2725 JD with corresponding sibling discounts (e.g., 1st Sibling Discount of 191 JD; 2nd 245 JD; 3rd 300 JD) and cash-payment discounts (136 JD for the 1st child, 127 JD for the 2nd, 124 JD for the 3rd, 121 JD for the 4th). British Programme prices are provided separately with a similar discount structure. Notes include a 150 JD deposit for Grade 12 NP/IG/IB and platform subscription charges (Kutubee and RAZ readings) along with a 60 JD or 70 JD grade-level deposit for 12th grade depending on programme. These discounts and deposits are published in the Tuition Fees section. The school also indicates that certain deposits and subscriptions apply to specific grades and streams. |
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Waitlist
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Waitlist Applications are placed on a waiting list due to space limits. Offers are issued as spaces become available, and entrance exams are used when applicable. The school communicates admissions decisions to families as spaces open up. | Waitlist — |
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