Amman Academy and Asamiah International School are both in Amman, about 2 km apart. Both schools follow an IB curriculum. Published annual fees are JOD 4,700 - 12,913 at Amman Academy and JOD 3,000 - 8,500 at Asamiah International School, which puts Amman Academy roughly 53% higher. Both take pupils from 3 to 18. Amman Academy is the larger school, with around 1,470 pupils to Asamiah International School's 935. Typical class sizes are 28 at Amman Academy and 6 at Asamiah International School.
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Fees / year
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Fees / year JOD 4,700 - 12,913 | Fees / year JOD 3,000 - 8,500 |
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Age range
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Age range 3 - 18 years | Age range 3 - 18 years |
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Type
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Curriculum
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Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) | Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) |
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Pupils
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Pupils 1,470 | Pupils 935 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size 28 | Typical class size 6 |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English, Arabic | Instruction language English, Arabic |
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Bus service
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Location
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Location Amman Academy is in Khalda, a western suburb of Amman, Jordan. The campus sits on a five-acre site in Khalda and is easily accessible from west Amman road networks. The full address is Sulayman Abd Al Qadir As Sukkar Street, Amman-Khalda, PO Box 840, Zip Code 11821. Khalda is described as a safe, peaceful neighbourhood in the west of the city. | Location Asamiah International School is located on Abu Moh'd Al Sajjad Street, No. 5, in the Khalda district of Amman, Jordan. Khalda is a western Amman neighborhood with easy road access to central Amman and surrounding areas. The campus is situated in a residential-commercial zone with nearby amenities and services. The school is accessible by typical local public transport and private means. |
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Stages
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Stages The school serves ages 3 to 18 and follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum from early years through DP. The IB programme blocks are arranged as Kindergarten (Ages 3-5), Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Ages 5-11, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Ages 11-16, and Diploma Programme (DP) for Ages 16-18. | Stages AIS offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum from early years to the diploma. The PYP runs from Pre-K to Grade 5, the MYP covers Grades 6–10, and the DP is for Grades 11–12. |
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School type
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School type Amman Academy is a private, co-educational, bilingual day school in Amman, offering instruction in English and Arabic. | School type The school is co-educational and operates as a day school. Boarding facilities are not offered. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix Nationalities represented: 15. The school welcomes students from many countries, with Jordanian students forming the largest local group. The local-to-international student ratio is commonly reported around 10:1. | Pupil nationality mix The student body is predominantly Jordanian, comprising about 91%. International or non-Jordanian students account for about 9% of the population. The school reports 935+ students in total. |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support Wellbeing support and university guidance are emphasized within the school's offerings. Public details on dedicated SEN facilities are not listed; families should discuss individual learning needs with the admissions team to understand available provisions. | Additional learning support AIS provides pupil support through a dedicated Student Support Center and counseling services. It offers Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Learning Support provisions, with related fees (SEN 1,700 JD; Learning Support 500 JD per semester per subject). |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation Jordan. | Country affiliation AIS is based in Jordan and operates as an IB World School; there is no country-specific affiliation stated. |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is publicly listed; the school highlights Jordanian heritage and traditions. | Religious affiliation There is no formal religious affiliation noted. |
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School day structure
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School day structure The school day typically runs 8:00am–3:00pm from Sunday to Thursday, with a Saturday schedule of 9:00am–2:00pm for admissions and activities. | School day structure The school day generally runs Sunday to Thursday from about 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, with occasional variations for examinations and events. |
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Bus service details
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Bus service details The school operates its own bus service, which is owned and run by Amman Academy. For transport inquiries, contact the transportation office at +962 (06) 537 4444 extension 544. Bus routes cover areas in and around Amman, with transportation fees published for 2025-2026 (round trip and one-way options). Priority is often given to two-way riders, and advance registration and full fee payment are required. | Bus service details AIS runs a school bus service with zone-based routes and fees. Round-trip rates vary by zone (e.g., Zone 1 650 JD, Zone 4 900 JD), with one-way options also available. |
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Fee details
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Fee details Application & enrolment fees - One-time joining fee: JOD 400 (non‑refundable) — payable at the time of enrolment for new students and for students who leave and later re‑register. - Assessment fee: JOD 50 — charged for new applicants from KG2 to Grade 11. Tuition fees — annual and per‑semester by year group Note: tuition amounts are published in Jordanian Dinars (JOD). The school operates on a two‑semester academic structure (the school offers an early‑payment discount that applies to the second semester), so the per‑semester amount shown is one half of the annual tuition. Annual and per‑semester amounts are as follows: - Pre‑KG — Annual: JOD 4,165 — Per semester: JOD 2,082.50. - KG1 — Annual: JOD 4,374 — Per semester: JOD 2,187.00. - KG2 — Annual: JOD 4,549 — Per semester: JOD 2,274.50. - Grade 1 — Annual: JOD 5,516 — Per semester: JOD 2,758.00. - Grade 2 — Annual: JOD 6,242 — Per semester: JOD 3,121.00. - Grade 3 — Annual: JOD 6,493 — Per semester: JOD 3,246.50. - Grade 4 — Annual: JOD 6,723 — Per semester: JOD 3,361.50. - Grade 5 — Annual: JOD 6,979 — Per semester: JOD 3,489.50. - Grade 6 — Annual: JOD 7,385 — Per semester: JOD 3,692.50. - Grade 7 — Annual: JOD 7,892 — Per semester: JOD 3,946.00. - Grade 8 — Annual: JOD 8,367 — Per semester: JOD 4,183.50. - Grade 9 — Annual: JOD 10,246 — Per semester: JOD 5,123.00. - Grade 10* — Annual: JOD 10,246 — Per semester: JOD 5,123.00. - IB Diploma First Year — Annual: JOD 12,323 — Per semester: JOD 6,161.50. - IB Diploma Second Year — Annual: JOD 12,323 — Per semester: JOD 6,161.50. One‑off and recurring additional fees - Personal Project fee (Grade 10): JOD 150. - CAS fee (Diploma students): JOD 280 flat. CAS fee for Courses students: JOD 180. - Information technology and other fees: JOD 535 for Pre‑KG/KG; JOD 590 for Grades 1–12. - Graduation fee (Grade 12): JOD 170. - After‑school supervision (one‑hour programme, Pre‑KG to Grade 5): JOD 200. - Field trips outside the Greater Amman Municipality: charged at time of trip registration (amounts vary). - Books and uniform: school uniform and non‑Ministry books are not included in the tuition fee and are purchased separately during the books & uniform sale. - Learning Support: additional charge equal to 25% of the tuition fee for students enrolled in the Learning Support Program. - Sibling discounts: 5% for the second sibling, 10% for the third sibling, and 20% for each remaining sibling (maximum discount per student is 20%). - Legacy student discount: 10% (applies in addition to sibling discount for students whose parent(s) graduated from the school). Transportation (bus) fees and terms - Round trip (all areas): JOD 915 per year. - One‑way (all areas): JOD 660 per year. - Priority is given to students who register for two‑way transportation covering both semesters. The school bus service is provided only for those who register in advance and pay all required fees in full before the start of the academic year. Billing schedule and payment terms (published items) - The school's published fees are stated as annual amounts. The school references two academic semesters (an early‑payment discount applies to the second semester). Parents who pay all fees by 15 July receive an 8% discount on the second semester fee. The joining fee is payable at enrolment; the assessment fee is payable for new applicants as noted above. External examination fees are not included in the published tuition and are payable when exams are registered. - The transportation service requires payment in full before the start of the academic year for those who secure bus seats. Boarding - Amman Academy operates as a day school and does not publish boarding fees (no boarding provision). Refund information (published items) - The one‑time joining fee (JOD 400) is explicitly non‑refundable. No detailed public statement of a broader tuition refund schedule or terms is provided on the school's published fees page. Specific refund rules for tuition, transportation, or other fees are not stated in the published fee summary. Fee payment options (published items and contact for finance) - The school's published fees page does not list accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, etc.). For registration and fee enquiries the school lists the Registration & School Fees contact: registration@aa.edu.jo and telephone +962 6 537 4444. Parents should use those finance contacts to confirm accepted payment channels and invoicing arrangements. Summary of information not published on the public fee page - The public fee summary gives annual amounts and some fee rules (joining fee non‑refundable; assessment fee; early‑payment discount; transport fees) but does not publish: an itemised invoicing calendar or invoice due dates, detailed instalment/payment plan options, the school's accepted payment methods (bank transfer, card, etc.), nor a full written tuition refund policy beyond the joining‑fee statement. For confirmation of invoicing dates, accepted payment methods, instalment plans and the school's detailed refund policy, contact the school's Registration & School Fees office at registration@aa.edu.jo or +962 6 537 4444. | Fee details Application fees - Application fee: JOD 20 (one-time). - Registration fee: JOD 400 (one-time, non‑refundable). Tuition fees (annual) — by year group - Pre‑KG (Early Years / Pre‑KG): JOD 3,000. - KG1–KG2: JOD 3,400. - Grade 1: JOD 3,500. - Grade 2: JOD 3,600. - Grade 3: JOD 3,700. - Grade 4: JOD 4,500. - Grade 5: JOD 4,700. - Grade 6: JOD 5,700. - Grade 7: JOD 5,800. - Grade 8: JOD 5,900. - Grade 9: JOD 6,300. - Grade 10: JOD 6,900. - Grade 11 (IBDP Year 1): JOD 7,500. - Grade 12 (IBDP Year 2): JOD 8,500. Per‑term amounts (inferred) - The published tuition figures are shown as annual amounts. The per‑term amounts given below are an inferred equal division of the annual tuition across three academic terms (annual ÷ 3). This is an inferred presentation to show likely per‑term values where a three‑term billing cycle is used; the school's fees page publishes annual figures rather than a term breakdown. - Example per‑term amounts (annual ÷ 3): - Pre‑KG: JOD 1,000 per term (JOD 3,000 ÷ 3). - KG1–KG2: JOD 1,133 per term (JOD 3,400 ÷ 3). - Grade 1: JOD 1,167 per term (JOD 3,500 ÷ 3). - Grade 6: JOD 1,900 per term (JOD 5,700 ÷ 3). - Grade 12: JOD 2,833 per term (JOD 8,500 ÷ 3). Billing schedule and payment terms - The school lists tuition as annual fees and specifies certain semester or staged payment items (for example, After School Duty fees are shown per semester and some special‑needs and learning‑support charges are payable over specified semesters). The school publishes a special 5% discount on tuition for full cash payment secured before 1 September. A sibling discount is published: 10% for the second sibling and 15% for each additional sibling. - Several one‑time or year‑specific items are payable at registration or during the year (see “Other costs” below). Specific installment dates or a full invoice schedule are not shown on the published fees page. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed as part of the school's fee schedule or facilities; no boarding fees are published. The school operates as a day school in the published materials. Other costs and recurring extra fees - Various one‑time registration/registration‑related expenses: JOD 250 (covers Ministry of Education textbooks, daily educational hands‑on resources, IB teaching resources and manipulatives, accident insurance, and field trips within Amman Greater Area). Payable fully upon registration; this amount does not include English textbooks, IB external exams, international assessments or trips with entrance fees. - IB external exam registration fee: published at JOD 750 (the page lists IB external exam registration fees; amounts are shown on the fees page). - International Assessments (Grades 5–10): JOD 35 per student per annum. - After School Duty: JOD 100 per semester. - CAS fees (Grade 11 and Diploma courses): JOD 200. - Graduation expenses (Grade 12): JOD 250 payable during graduation year; KG2 graduation: JOD 50; Grade 5 graduation: JOD 50. - Special Educational Needs (SEN): JOD 1,700 payable over two semesters (where applicable). - Learning Support: JOD 500 per semester for each subject. - Transportation fees (annual, by zone): - Zone 1 round trip: JOD 650 (one way: JOD 450). - Zone 2 round trip: JOD 750 (one way: JOD 475). - Zone 3 round trip: JOD 800 (one way: JOD 500). - Zone 4 round trip: JOD 900 (one way: JOD 550). Refund information - The registration fee (JOD 400) and the application fee (JOD 20) are published as one‑time charges; the registration fee is explicitly described as non‑refundable. No wider, detailed refund policy for tuition installments or other fees is provided on the published fees page. Fee payment options - The school's published fee page lists amounts, discounts and semester/special‑item billing details but does not list a specific set of accepted payment channels (credit card, bank transfer, cheque) on that page. The school publishes contact details (telephone and email) for the admissions/finance office for arranging payment. Surcharges, discounts and special terms - Sibling discounts: 10% for the second sibling, 15% for each subsequent sibling. - Cash payment discount: Special 5% discount on tuition fees for cash payments only if full payment is secured before 1 September. Summary (key figures) - Application fee: JOD 20; Registration fee: JOD 400 (non‑refundable). - Annual tuition range (published): JOD 3,000 (Pre‑KG) up to JOD 8,500 (Grade 12). - Several additional recurring and one‑time items are published (IB exam fees, transportation by zone, SEN and learning support fees, graduation fees, CAS, after‑school duty). If you need any single figure repeated or presented in a different currency or rounding convention, I can provide that conversion separately. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements Boarding is not provided. Amman Academy operates as a day IB school for students aged 3 to 18. A bus service is available to support commuting, with safety and security standards. | Boarding arrangements — |
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement The uniform is smart and comfortable. The uniform store is on the Ground Floor, entry from Gate 3, and is open Sunday to Thursday from 9:00 to 14:00. | Uniform requirement — |
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Food options
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Food options The main cafeteria and mobile canteens offer a healthy selection of hot and cold meals and drinks. Lunch boxes from home are encouraged, and snacks or drinks can be purchased during breaks. | Food options — |
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House system
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership Amman Academy is part of Nord Anglia Education, a global network of premium international schools. It joined Nord Anglia Education in 2022. | Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board of Directors. |
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Curriculum details
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Curriculum details The school teaches in English and Arabic. It delivers the International Baccalaureate continuum for ages 3–18, with the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). The 2025 IB Diploma average was 41.63, above the global average, and every student has completed the Diploma for 15 consecutive years, with some achieving a perfect score (45/45). The school benefits from Nord Anglia Education collaborations with UNICEF, The Juilliard School, and MIT, and provides dedicated university guidance and wellbeing support. Learning is enriched by Global Campus projects and on-site facilities such as VR labs, a 437-seat theatre, modern EdTech, a swimming pool, and a full sports complex. The campus emphasizes bilingualism, Jordanian heritage, and a global outlook through connections with peers in more than 30 countries. | Curriculum details Asamiah International School (AIS) in Khalda, Amman, Jordan, offers an IB continuum for students aged 3–18, with the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for KG–5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 6–10, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for grades 11–12. Instruction is delivered in English and Arabic, with additional language offerings such as German. In the Diploma Programme AIS uses the DP core—Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity and Service—along with six DP subjects drawn from the DP groups. DP subjects offered include English A Language and Literature, English B, Arabic A Lit, Arabic Ab Initio, Arabic B, Economics, Business Management, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Design Technology, Visual Arts, Mathematics (Analysis and Applications), and Digital Society. AIS incorporates PYP exhibitions and MYP projects as part of its IB curriculum and emphasizes inquiry-based learning, with student-led conferences and a range of co-curricular activities. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
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Exam results In 2025, the IB Diploma average score was 41.63, higher than the global average. For 15 consecutive years, every IB Diploma candidate has passed. Twenty-eight students achieved a perfect score of 45 points. | Exam results — |
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Higher education progression
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Higher education progression Graduates gain admission to leading universities worldwide. The university counselling department provides guidance, and scholarships have been awarded to institutions such as Cambridge, Yale, Stanford, Princeton, and MIT. | 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 provides wellbeing support and university guidance. The Student Life Office curates after-school clubs, events, and field trips to develop leadership, teamwork, and character. The IB Diploma pathway includes Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) to foster social responsibility and personal growth. The community emphasizes leadership, service, and cultural engagement through clubs, events, and cultural celebrations. UNICEF collaboration exposes students to global issues and opportunities to engage in global challenges, alongside Model United Nations and Student Council activities that build communication and collaboration skills. | Social & emotional learning AIS supports social and emotional learning through Character Education and Personal Social and Physical Education, with AIS Community Wellbeing listed within the Academics section. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN) — | Special educational needs (SEN) AIS provides Counselling and a Student Support Center as facilities; details on the kinds of SEN supported and whether it is a specialist SEN institution are not publicly disclosed. |
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English as an additional language
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English as an additional language The school teaches in both English and Arabic within a bilingual environment, supporting dual-language fluency. | English as an additional language EAL provision is not publicly described in AIS's academic program listings. |
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Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing Wellbeing support is provided, with specialist university guidance to support emotional and social development. The Student Life Office coordinates activities and initiatives that promote mental wellbeing and a balanced school life. | Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is addressed through the AIS Community Wellbeing offering and pastoral approaches within the IB framework. |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding — | Safeguarding Safeguarding considerations are suggested by the presence of Health, Safety and Security as a facilities area, but specific safeguarding and child-protection policies are not publicly disclosed. |
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities overview
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Facilities overview The Amman Academy campus features a 437-seat theatre with an orchestra pit and advanced lighting and sound. Two additional 400-seat theatres sit on campus, and a dedicated music wing includes four rehearsal rooms and a recording studio. The sports complex spans 10,000 square metres and includes a heated indoor swimming pool, a gymnasium, indoor and outdoor courts, four all-weather pitches, and spectator stands. Three playgrounds provide safe spaces for younger students. Tech-rich spaces include a VR lab, an innovation/STEAM Maker Space, six science labs, and three media centres with almost 100,000 books. | Facilities overview AIS operates a modern campus with a library, science laboratories, and advanced technology facilities including AI, AR & VR labs and information technology infrastructure. It provides a cafeteria, medical services, and transportation for students. It maintains health, safety and security measures and offers counselling and a student support center. The campus includes a School Theater and other facilities that support IB learning. |
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Sports facilities
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Sports facilities The sports complex includes a gymnasium, indoor and outdoor multi-sport courts, and a heated indoor swimming pool. Four all-weather pitches are surrounded by spectator stands. Outdoor basketball courts provide additional spaces for play. Three playgrounds support younger students and safe outdoor activity. | Sports facilities AIS offers structured sports programs as part of student life, including a Football Academy, Karate MJ's Academy and a Gymnastics Academy. The programs emphasize physical fitness, teamwork and discipline. The school supports school teams that participate in inter-school activities. These activities complement IB learning by providing practical opportunities for collaboration and leadership. |
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Academic facilities
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Academic facilities A dedicated VR lab enables immersive learning experiences. An innovation lab with a STEAM Maker Space supports creativity and problem solving. Six science labs provide space for experimentation. Three media centres offer digital resources and books. iPads, laptops, and interactive whiteboards are in every classroom and media centre to support 21st-century learning. | Academic facilities AIS delivers the International Baccalaureate continuum: PYP, MYP and DP. The language of instruction is English; AIS is bilingual in English and Arabic. Academic facilities include a library, science laboratories, and technology resources such as AI, AR & VR labs and information technology. Visual and Performing Arts, Personal Social and Physical Education, and AIS Community Wellbeing are integrated into the curriculum. The IB pedagogy emphasizes inquiry-based learning and concept-driven teaching. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities The Amman Academy Theatre is a 437-seat venue with an orchestra pit and advanced audio-visual systems, used for performances and events. Two additional 400-seat theatres broaden opportunities for drama, debate, and assemblies. A dedicated music wing includes four soundproof rehearsal rooms and a recording studio to support music programs. The theatres and music facilities host performances, concerts, and arts activities throughout the year. The VR lab and STEAM Maker Space provide spaces for student-led projects and clubs in science and technology. | Extra curricular facilities Model United Nations is offered as part of student life. AIS operates School Teams and hosts a Football Academy, Karate MJ's Academy and a Gymnastics Academy. The activities provide opportunities for leadership, teamwork and personal development outside the classroom. Participation in these activities complements IB learning by applying classroom concepts to real-world contexts. |
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History
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History Amman Academy opened in 1991 and is located in Khalda, west Amman. It joined Nord Anglia Education in 2022 as its first school in Jordan. The school follows the International Baccalaureate continuum for students from age 3 through 18, and offers a bilingual English-Arabic curriculum. It is a Pre-K to Grade 12 private IB day school teaching ages 3 to 19 bilingual in English and Arabic. | History Asamiah International School was founded in 2010 as a private, co‑educational bilingual school in Khalda, Amman. The school offers the International Baccalaureate continuum with the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme. English and Arabic are the languages of instruction. AIS joined the IB World School network on March 17, 2015. The school is governed by a private Board of Directors and, in the mid‑2020s, operates with about 150 teachers and roughly 935–976 pupils, with 91% of students being Jordanian and 9% from other nationalities. |
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Community
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Community The Amman Academy Theatre is a 437-seat facility and cultural landmark. The campus includes an indoor pool, outdoor basketball courts, a gymnasium, and two soccer fields, and more than 80% of the school's energy is generated by solar power. The Global Campus connects Amman Academy learners to over 70,000 peers worldwide and provides exclusive collaborations with UNICEF, The Juilliard School, and MIT to enrich learning. The school provides wellbeing support and university guidance to students. | Community The AIS community is diverse and IB‑oriented, with student life programs that include MUN, School Teams, the Football Academy, Karate MJ's Academy, and Gymnastics Academy. The student body comprises 91% Jordanians and 9% other nationalities, reflecting a multicultural campus. AIS regularly hosts and highlights events such as the International Day of Food Loss and Waste and a Mental Math Competition, among other exhibitions and performances. The school also engages with the wider community through outreach activities, such as the Sharing the Planet program with APN in May 2025, where parents attended sessions. |
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Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association — | Parent teacher association AIS is privately governed by a Board of Directors. Public information does not list a separate, standalone PTA page, but parent engagement is organized through scheduled Parent‑Teacher Meetings, including sessions for Gr. 1–5 and Gr. 10–12 scheduled for February 7, 2026. Parents access information and communicate with staff via the AIS Parent Portal, which is linked to other school systems such as Microsoft 365. The Parent Portal supports ongoing parent–staff communications and events related to student life. AIS also supports family involvement through participation in school activities and events, including programs that involve parents in community projects such as the Sharing the Planet activity with APN in May 2025, where parents attended. |
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Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual The school follows the International Baccalaureate continuum for students aged 3 to 18, delivering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). It is taught in a bilingual English-Arabic environment. In 2025, the IB Diploma average score was 41.63, and 28 students achieved a perfect 45 points. The university counselling department supports students in applying to leading universities worldwide, including MIT, Yale, Stanford and Cambridge. | Academic & intellectual AIS offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program, Middle Years Program, and Diploma Program. The school follows IB pedagogy to develop inquiry, critical thinking, and globally minded learners. Model United Nations (MUN) and school teams provide opportunities for academic competition and collaborative inquiry. The campus includes science labs and AI, AR & VR technology to support hands-on learning, and a library to support independent research. |
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Arts & creative
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Arts & creative Artistic experiences are enhanced through Nord Anglia collaborations, including work with The Juilliard School. The campus includes a 437-seat Amman Academy Theatre that hosts performances and events. The arts program provides opportunities in performing and visual arts as part of a globally connected curriculum. | Arts & creative Visual and Performing Arts are part of AIS's curriculum. |
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Cultural & language
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Cultural & language The curriculum is fully bilingual, with instruction in English and Arabic. The school highlights Jordanian heritage and traditions as central to its educational philosophy. Joining Nord Anglia Education in 2022 provides access to global collaborations and resources that enrich learning. | Cultural & language — |
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Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies The Student Life Office coordinates a broad range of extra-curricular activities and clubs. Wellbeing is integrated into daily life through pastoral support and wellbeing programs. Learning is enriched by Nord Anglia's Global Campus platform, which connects students with peers and projects across more than 30 countries. | Social & hobbies Student life includes Model United Nations (MUN), school teams, and specialized programs such as the Football Academy, Karate MJ's Academy, and Gymnastics Academy. |
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional University guidance and counselling support students in planning for higher education. The Global Campus platform and Nord Anglia collaborations provide exposure to global perspectives and future-focused skills. The school's approach to wellbeing and character development fosters leadership, responsibility, and professional readiness. | Leadership & professional — |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing runs through the heart of the school's approach, with a strong pastoral care system and emphasis on happiness and resilience. A comprehensive wellbeing program supports physical and mental health, including facilities such as a VR and innovation labs, a 437-seat theatre, an indoor pool, basketball courts, a gym, and two soccer fields. The campus is designed to nurture wellbeing alongside rigorous academic learning. | Lifestyle & wellbeing Counselling is available to students, and the campus emphasizes health, safety and security. The school offers extensive sports programs including football, martial arts, and gymnastics to promote well-being and physical fitness. |
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Language provision
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Language provision The school operates a fully bilingual curriculum in English and Arabic, delivering IB programming for ages 3 to 18. | Language provision — |
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Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English and Arabic. | Bilingual teaching — |
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Immersion programs
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Awards
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Accreditations
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Admissions
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Admissions 1. Enquire online to begin the admissions journey. Amman Academy accepts children aged 3 to 18 from all nationalities. 2. Join us for an interview. After enquiry, you are invited to an online or in-person interview. Interview slots run 8:30 am to 2:00 pm Sunday–Thursday, and 9:30 am to 12:00 pm Saturdays. 3. Take a tour. Take a campus tour to meet educators and explore facilities. Tours help families understand daily life at Amman Academy. 4. Send us your application. Complete the application form and submit supporting documents. Common documents include birth certificate, national ID number in Arabic, a copy of the family booklet, the father's national ID, two passport photos, and vaccination card. For non-Jordanian nationals, provide a certified copy of the residence permit, the child's passport, and both parents' passports. Current parents re-register for the upcoming academic year by 31 May. 5. Entrance exam. After the form and documents are received, your child will sit an age-appropriate entrance exam. | Admissions Step 1. Take a Tour. Take a Tour to learn about AIS and the IB continuum offered. AIS offers the IB Primary Years Program, the IB Middle Years Program, and the IB Diploma Program. A campus visit helps families understand AIS's teaching approach and student life. You can schedule a tour under Admission. Step 2. Apply online. Begin the application by using AIS Online Registration or the Apply Now option. Online Registration is listed under Admission. Submitting the online registration starts the formal admissions process. The Apply Now option appears on the site as part of the admission workflow. Step 3. Review Tuition Fees and AIS Scholarship. Tuition fees are posted and available for review. AIS Scholarship is listed as part of Admission. Information about fees and scholarships is accessible through the Admission section. Step 4. Admission decision and enrollment. AIS reviews applications and communicates admission decisions to families. Accepted students proceed with enrollment per AIS procedures. Enrollment finalization completes the admission process. Step 5. Start of classes and onboarding. Start dates and onboarding details are communicated after enrollment. Families receive information about class assignments and timetables. AIS provides resources to support new students as they join. |
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Scholarships
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Scholarships Prestigious scholarships are offered, and graduates have earned scholarships to top universities such as Cambridge, Yale, Stanford, Princeton and MIT. Since 2014, graduates have received more than USD 32.7 million in prestigious scholarships. | Scholarships — |
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Waitlist Most age groups have a waiting list; early registration for the upcoming academic year is advised. | Waitlist — |
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