Al-Asriyya School and Alliance Academy Jordan are both in Amman, about 18 km apart. Both schools offer British and Cambridge IGCSE programmes, and Alliance Academy Jordan also offers American, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) and Cambridge A Levels. Published annual fees are JOD 1,500 - 7,120 at Al-Asriyya School and JOD 1,750 - 5,070 at Alliance Academy Jordan, which puts Al-Asriyya School roughly 26% higher. Both take pupils from 3 to 18. Al-Asriyya School is the larger school, with around 1,620 pupils to Alliance Academy Jordan's 350. Typical class sizes are 9 at Al-Asriyya School and 17 at Alliance Academy Jordan.
American Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils
Pupils
1,620
Pupils
350
Typical class size
Typical class size
9
Typical class size
17
Instruction language
Instruction language
Arabic, English
Instruction language
English, Arabic
Opened
Opened
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Opened
2014
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
Yes
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
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Location
Alliance Academy Jordan is located in the Yadoudeh area on the southern outskirts of Amman, off the Airport Road. The campus operates in a modern facility with spacious classrooms and advanced technology. The school is owned by the Christian Alliance Church of Jordan.
Stages
Stages
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Stages
AAJ is organized into four levels: Kindergarten (KG1–KG2), Primary (1–5), Middle (6–8), and High School (9–12).
School type
School type
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School type
AAJ is a co-educational, inclusive international school. It is owned by the Christian Alliance Church of Jordan.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
AAJ provides inclusive education and accommodates students with disabilities and varied learning or developmental needs. The Counseling Department offers awareness programs, therapeutic counseling, individual and group psychological counseling, extracurricular activities, crisis intervention, academic guidance, and career counseling.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
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Country affiliation
The school is affiliated with the Christian Alliance Church of Jordan.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
AAJ is a Christian school affiliated with the Christian Alliance Church of Jordan.
School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
The school day typically runs from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
AAJ offers a school bus service with published routes and fees. Bus routes include Al-Yadoudeh/Khrebt Al-Souq with One Round 375 JD and Two Rounds 560 JD; Marj Al-Hamam/Al-Nakheel Village/Al-Mokabalen/Al-Yasmeen/Al-Lubban/Naour/Um Al-Amad/Madaba with 460 JD (One Round) or 690 JD (Two Rounds); Al-Bnayat/Al-Jandaweel/Jabal Amman 4th–8th Circle/Um-Uthaina/Jaber Complex/Abdoun/Al-Sweifiyeh with 510 JD / 770 JD; and Al-Fuhais/Um-Al Sumaq/Khalda/Dabouq with 570 JD / 860 JD. Siblings discounts apply (Second sibling 1%, Third 10%, Fourth 15%).
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application & registration fees
- A registration fee is payable at the time of initial registration or re‑registration; this registration fee is deducted from the school tuition and is non‑refundable if the parent withdraws.
Tuition fees by year group (annual and per term — amounts in Jordanian Dinar, JOD)
- Preschool / FS1: Annual JOD 2,080 — Per term JOD 1,040. - KG1: Annual JOD 2,455 — Per term JOD 1,227.50. - KG2: Annual JOD 2,560 — Per term JOD 1,280. - Grade 1 (national stream): Annual JOD 2,760 — Per term JOD 1,380. - Grade 1 (international stream): Annual JOD 3,885 — Per term JOD 1,942.50. - Grade 2 (national stream): Annual JOD 2,760 — Per term JOD 1,380. - Grade 2 (international stream): Annual JOD 3,885 — Per term JOD 1,942.50. - Grade 3 (national stream): Annual JOD 2,760 — Per term JOD 1,380. - Grade 3 (international stream): Annual JOD 3,885 — Per term JOD 1,942.50. - Grade 4 (national stream): Annual JOD 3,070 — Per term JOD 1,535. - Grade 4 (international stream): Annual JOD 4,180 — Per term JOD 2,090. - Grade 5 (national stream): Annual JOD 3,070 — Per term JOD 1,535. - Grade 5 (international stream): Annual JOD 4,180 — Per term JOD 2,090. - Grade 6 (national stream): Annual JOD 3,070 — Per term JOD 1,535. - Grade 6 (international stream): Annual JOD 4,180 — Per term JOD 2,090. - Grade 7 (national stream): Annual JOD 3,360 — Per term JOD 1,680. - Grade 7 (international stream): Annual JOD 4,360 — Per term JOD 2,180. - Grade 8 (national stream): Annual JOD 3,405 — Per term JOD 1,702.50. - Grade 8 (international stream): Annual JOD 4,360 — Per term JOD 2,180. - Grade 9 (national stream): Annual JOD 3,440 — Per term JOD 1,720. - Grade 9 (international stream): Annual JOD 4,890 — Per term JOD 2,445. - Grade 10 (national stream): Annual JOD 3,545 — Per term JOD 1,772.50. - Grade 10 (international stream): Annual JOD 4,890 — Per term JOD 2,445. - Grade 11 (national / first secondary): Annual JOD 4,000 — Per term JOD 2,000. - Grade 11 (international / first secondary): Annual JOD 6,200 — Per term JOD 3,100. - Grade 12 (national / second secondary): Annual JOD 4,490 — Per term JOD 2,245. - Grade 12 (international / second secondary): Annual JOD 6,420 — Per term JOD 3,210.
(Note: the school also publishes a single annual fee schedule in Jordanian Dinar for the school's national/international streams; the site lists a general annual fee range of JOD 1,000–3,765 for the national programme and specific per‑grade figures in the school profile. )
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The first tuition installment (first school fee) is due before the start of the scholastic year; the second installment is submitted as a post‑dated check delivered to the school's finance office along with the first installment. - A discount is granted when the full tuition for both scholastic semesters is paid before the start of the year: a 5% discount on the second semester fee when full payment for both semesters is made by the end of the first week of the academic year. All discounts apply to base school fee only. Late payment cancels any discounts. - Sibling discounts apply for additional children: second sibling 5%, third sibling 10%, fourth and subsequent siblings 15% (no discount for the eldest). - A student is considered registered for the full scholastic year on enrollment; the full tuition and other charges remain due even if the student leaves or is dismissed during the year. The school does not refund tuition paid for a student who withdraws during the scholastic year except in extenuating circumstances (for example, the family leaving the country) and only after presentation of official departure documentation and board consideration.
Boarding fees
- The school operates as a day school and publishes transport (bus) fees by route rather than boarding fees. No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed. Example transport annual rates shown include: Khalda / Umm al‑Summaq / Tla'a al‑Ali — one‑way JOD 600, two‑way JOD 700; other regions shown at one‑way JOD 700, two‑way JOD 800.
Other costs and optional fees
- Textbooks, stationary, annual school book, computing charges, graduation fees, external exam fees (for British programme subjects) and activity/field‑trip costs are charged in addition to tuition. External exam fees for British programmes are paid by the student to the examining body (e.g., the British Council) at registration for those exams. - Support and remedial services carry fixed additional fees. Published examples include remedial/auxiliary education JOD 2,000; speech therapy service JOD 1,000; support teacher JOD 1,500; Arabic language reinforcement for non‑native speakers JOD 750. Miscellaneous charges include activities, stationery, health insurance and educational visits. - A transport‑seat reservation fee is charged to secure a place on the school bus; annual bus fees depend on route and are charged separately. - Uniforms and school items are charged separately; books and uniform are not released unless required fees are paid and a payment receipt is presented.
Refund information
- Tuition is generally non‑refundable if a student withdraws or is dismissed during the scholastic year. Refunds may be considered only in documented extenuating circumstances (for example, family departure from the country), and then only at the discretion of the school board on submission of official departure papers.
Fee payment options
- The school accepts payment of the first installment prior to the scholastic year and requires the second installment as a post‑dated check delivered to the finance office. Payment channels used by the school community include bank/cheque and established Jordanian e‑payment services; electronic bill‑payment platforms used by Jordanian schools (e.g., eFAWATEERcom / bank online payment channels) are commonly listed for this school in public payment‑platform listings. External exam fees are paid directly to the examining body (British Council) by the student when registering for exam subjects.
Notes for parents
- All amounts above are given in Jordanian Dinar (JOD). Some fees vary by curriculum stream (national vs international) and by route for transport; additional optional services and exam fees are charged separately. Receipts or proof of payment are required before books, uniforms or bus places are issued.
Fee details
Application and registration fees - Non-refundable entrance / assessment fee: JOD 50 per student. - Non-refundable registration fee (for new students): JOD 200 per student. - Seat reservation / deposit: JOD 500 per student (non-refundable; deducted from the total yearly tuition).
Tuition fees (Academic year 2025–2026) — yearly and instalment breakdown (Jordanian Dinar, JOD)
Billing schedule and payment terms (dates and rules) - Instalment due dates for the 2025–2026 academic year: Deposit (seat reservation) — 1 April 2025; 1st payment — 1 August 2025; 2nd payment — 30 October 2025; 3rd payment — 31 January 2026. The deposit amount (JOD 500) is non-refundable and is deducted from the total tuition. - Full tuition for the new academic year must be paid in cash or by scheduled postdated cheques by 1 August 2025. - A further cash discount of 5% is granted when all fees are paid in full before 26 July 2025. Sibling discounts apply: 2nd sibling 5%, 3rd sibling 10%, 4th sibling 15%.
Boarding fees - No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed for the school; the school operates as a day school.
Other costs and recurring fees (examples and per-student amounts) - In-school accident insurance: JOD 40 per student (KG1–Grade 12). - Activities fees: JOD 50 per student (Grade 1–12); Preschool/KG activity amounts listed separately (KG1 JOD 125; KG2 activities and graduation JOD 160). - Graduation / verification / equivalency fees for Grade 12: Graduation fee JOD 280; Verifications & equivalency fees (male) JOD 100, (female) JOD 90. - Support and specialist services: therapy session JOD 15; academic support fee JOD 400 per subject per academic year; learning aid tuition JOD 5,200 per student with disabilities. - Bus fees (annual) vary by area; examples for 2025/2026: - Al‑Yadoudeh / Khrebt Al‑Souq: One round JOD 380 — Two rounds JOD 570. - Marj Al‑Hamam / Al‑Nakheel / Al‑Mokabalen / Al‑Yasmeen / Al‑Lubban / Naour / Um Al‑Amad / Madaba: One round JOD 470 — Two rounds JOD 700. - Al‑Bnayat / Al‑Jandaweel / Jabal Amman (4th–8th Circle) / Um‑Uthaina / Jaber Complex / Abdoun / Al‑Sweifiyeh: One round JOD 520 — Two rounds JOD 780. - Al‑Fuhais / Um‑Al Sumaq / Khalda / Dabouq: One round JOD 580 — Two rounds JOD 880. - Above tuition fees do not include the cost of books, uniforms, or club activities unless otherwise stated.
Refund information and withdrawal policy - All tuition fees are non-refundable. In the event of a student's withdrawal during the school year, all paid and scheduled tuition payments are non-refundable. The seat reservation deposit (JOD 500) is non-refundable.
Fee payment options - Accepted payment methods: full cash payment (eligible for cash discount if paid by the cash-discount deadline), postdated bank cheques, credit card, and CliQ (merchant code: AAJSCHOOL). Many banks in the area offer 0% interest instalment plans via bank cards; parents are advised to check with their bank if they wish to use such services.
Notes and conditions - Yearly tuition fees for the listed 2025–2026 schedule may increase by up to 5%, subject to Ministry of Education approval. All figures above are expressed in Jordanian Dinars (JOD). Re-registration deadlines and late registration penalties apply as stated in the school's registration policy.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
The school is located in the Yadoudeh area of Amman and was established in 2014. The school is owned by the Christian Alliance Church of Jordan and operates as an international Christian school.
Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
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Curriculum details
Alliance Academy Jordan offers a four-stage K–12 curriculum (Kindergarten, Primary, Middle School, High School) delivered in a bilingual English–Arabic environment, with Cambridge International and Pearson program components indicated by the school's logos. Kindergarten uses bilingual English–Arabic instruction with play-based, hands-on learning and a focus on reading, music, sports, and art, supported by small classes and early intervention. Primary (Grades 1–5) provides a comprehensive program covering Science, Math, Arabic, English and Social Studies, enriched with Physical Education, Art, Robotics, ICT, Religion, Music, Chinese, and Library, plus clubs and a Zones of Regulation program. Middle School (Grades 6–8) blends a Cambridge-aligned English, Mathematics and Science curriculum with Arabic aligned to the Jordan MOE framework, and includes ICT, Robotics, Global Perspective, Art, Music, PE, Chinese, Social Studies, and Religion, reinforced by Weekly Values to Grow. High School (Grades 9–12) offers two pathways: The British Program (IGCSE in 9–10, then A-Levels in 11–12) and the American Program (American High School Diploma with Common Core and AP options), both supported by college and career counseling.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
The Support Department provides Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) programs to cultivate empathy, resilience, positive relationships, responsible decision-making, and effective emotion management, delivered by a multidisciplinary team of specialists including Special Education Teachers, Early Intervention Specialists, Learning Aides, Occupational Therapists, and Speech & Language Therapists.
Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
AAJ operates as an inclusive school with Learning without Barriers, offering Assessment & Diagnosis, Counseling Services, Academic Support & IEPs, and Early Intervention Programs; a multidisciplinary team including Special Education Teachers, Early Intervention Specialists, Learning Aides, Occupational Therapists, and Speech & Language Therapists delivers these supports.
English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
Academic Support & IEPs include tailored strategies to help non-native language learners achieve success, indicating targeted EAL support within the school's SEN framework.
Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
The Life Development Department nurtures wellbeing for students, staff, and parents; it runs Values to Grow (VTG) classes for Grades 1–12, supports staff wellbeing through weekly care groups, and runs health and mental health initiatives (including Walk for Life with the King Hussein Cancer Center) and student-led workshops.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
The site does not publicly disclose a dedicated safeguarding or child-protection policy page; available content focuses on inclusive education and wellbeing and related support services.
Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
Alliance Academy Jordan is located in Amman, in the Yadoudeh area off Airport Road. The school was established in 2014 and operates a brand-new facility with spacious classrooms and new technology. The campus serves students from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The campus is located on Tofail Ben Amro Street in southern Amman, reflecting its growth since the founding. The school emphasizes an inclusive, values-based education with a modern campus environment.
Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
AAJ offers a broad range of extracurricular activities. AAJ Talks and AAJ Got Talent provide platforms for public speaking and talent showcases. After-school activities include excursions to sites such as Ajloun and Wadi Rum, and participation in local and international competitions. Community service and volunteering are part of student life, including visits to orphanages and elder care, bake sales, and charitable fundraisers like Walk for Life with the King Hussein Cancer Center. Cultural celebrations and after-school sports activities, including basketball and football, promote diversity and teamwork. A University and Career Counseling program offers internships, university fairs, workshops, career days, one-on-one counseling, and university visits.
Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
The school was founded in 1994. The school is located in Khalda, George Akarsheh Street 6, Amman. The school has British and American International Streams and the National Stream (Tawjihi). The school's identity is Heritage and Future, balancing modern technology with heritage and Arabic identity. The vision is to raise generations proud of their heritage and prepared for the future, and the mission is to instill inherited values by creating a diverse, empathetic school community.
History
Alliance Academy Jordan is an international Christian school located in the Yadoudeh area on the southern outskirts of Amman. It was established in 2014 and began in a brand-new facility with spacious classrooms and modern technology. The school is co-educational and inclusive, accommodating students with disabilities and varied learning needs. It is owned by the Christian Alliance Church of Jordan. In 2024, AAJ celebrated its tenth anniversary and the graduation of its first class.
Community
Community
The school community participates in cultural and academic activities. AsriyyaMUN students have participated in TIMUN in Istanbul. Language achievements are celebrated through top results in the DELF examinations and through spelling bee competitions in French and German. The Asriyya Volleyball Academy is officially accredited by the Jordan Volleyball Federation, and the school hosts chess and other competitions as part of its extracurricular program.
Community
AAJ builds a connected school community through a broad range of student-life activities. Extracurriculars include AAJ Talks, inspired by TED Talks, and AAJ Got Talent, a platform to showcase students' talents. The program includes community service and volunteering, such as visiting orphanages and homes for the elderly, organizing bake sales, collecting funds for the less fortunate, and the annual Walk for Life with the King Hussein Cancer Center. Cultural celebrations promote awareness of different cultures, with events such as International Mother Tongue Day, Arab Child Day, International Child Day, Autism Awareness Day, and Chinese Day, and there are excursions to sites like Ajloun and Wadi Rum.
Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
AAJ does not advertise a formal Parent Teacher Association (PTA) on its site; parent involvement is described through volunteer opportunities and donation/sponsorship programs. The Contribute section lists ways to support AAJ, including donating, sponsoring a project, supporting the financial aid fund, and volunteering one's time and talents (e.g., teaching, clubs, activities, languages, or other skills). Parents are invited to share their time and talents through these channels. Family involvement is visible in the AAJ Choir, which engages families, students, and teachers in performances, and in community events such as the annual Walk for Life organized with the King Hussein Cancer Center. Fundraising and sponsorship efforts include supporting classroom enhancements, technology upgrades, and the financial aid fund, all coordinated through the Contribute page.
Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
AAJ offers a range of extracurricular activities that support academic and intellectual development. AAJ Talks strengthens public speaking and communication, while AAJ Got Talent provides a platform for student presentations and performances. The clubs include Mad Scientist for science exploration and Spanish for language development, among others held during the school day. The University and Career Counseling program complements academics with a 20-hour Internship, university fairs, workshops, Career Day, and university visits to support post-secondary planning.
Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
AAJ provides arts and creative activities, including the AAJ Choir, which involves singing and musical performance. Arts and crafts are offered through various clubs such as Art, Crafts, and Music, and there is also a Story Time club for reading and creative activities. These on-campus clubs meet during school hours to encourage creative expression and collaboration.
Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
AAJ promotes cultural awareness through events such as International Mother Tongue Day, Arab Child Day, International Child Day, Autism Awareness Day, and Chinese Day, which celebrate language and culture. The club offerings include Spanish, supporting language learning and cultural exchange. These activities foster diversity, inclusion, and global understanding among students.
Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
After-school activities include excursions to Ajloun, Wadi Rum, and other Jordanian historic sites. Students participate in local and global competitions as part of after-school activities. There are school sports teams, including basketball and football, with regular practices and interschool tournaments.
Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
Community Service & Volunteering includes visits to orphanages and homes for the elderly, bake sales, fundraising activities, and other creative outreach efforts to support those in need. The school participates annually in the Walk for Life, in cooperation with the King Hussein Cancer Center. These activities promote social responsibility and community engagement.
Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
AAJ provides comprehensive University and Career Counseling to prepare students for post-secondary paths. The program includes a 20-hour internship as a graduation requirement, university fairs with representatives from top universities, and workshops on scholarships and admissions. It also includes Career Day, one-on-one counseling, and organized university visits to expose students to campus life.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
AAJ's after-school sports activities include basketball and football, with regular practices and interschool competitions. Teams compete in local events and have achieved runner-up results in past years. The activities promote physical health, teamwork, discipline, and school spirit.
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
English and Arabic are the primary languages of instruction. Kindergarten describes a bilingual environment with English and Arabic teachers. In Primary, Arabic and English are core subjects and the program is described as bilingual; Chinese is taught as a language subject in Primary, and Spanish is offered through clubs as enrichment.
Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
The school offers bilingual teaching in English and Arabic. Kindergarten features a bilingual environment with dedicated English and Arabic teachers. In Primary, the program is described as a bilingual curriculum, indicating ongoing bilingual instruction in core subjects.
