Casablanca American School vs George Washington Academy

	C Casablanca American School Casablanca, Morocco	G George Washington Academy Casablanca, Morocco
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year MAD 93,678 - 189,017	Fees / year MAD 109,455 - 171,183
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type —
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (DP), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP)
Pupils	Pupils 680	Pupils 879
Typical class size	Typical class size 8	Typical class size 18
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1973	Opened 1998
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Casablanca American School is in Casablanca, Morocco, in the Californie neighborhood. The 10-acre campus is located on Route de la Mecque, Lotissement Ougoug, Quartier Californie, Casablanca 20150. The campus houses three buildings for Lower School, Upper School, and Pre-school, surrounded by green school grounds. Address: Route de la Mecque, Lotissement Ougoug, Quartier Californie, Casablanca 20150.	Location Casablanca, Morocco. The campus is located at Bd. Abdelhadi Boutaleb (ex km 5.6 Route d'Azemmour), Casablanca 20220, with a five-hectare facility overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Stages	Stages Nursery through Grade 12 (N-12); offers an International Baccalaureate Full Diploma Program in Grades 11 and 12.	Stages Pre-K through Grade 12.
School type	School type Not-for-profit	School type The school is a nonprofit American International IB World School.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 45+ nationalities represented	Pupil nationality mix 36 nationalities represented within the GWA community.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support English Language Learner (ELL) support; literacy and math intervention.	Additional learning support A Multi-Tier System of Supports (MTSS) with a learning support team; Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and counseling; Speech & Language Therapy for students (Discovery through Grade 5); Accommodations per IEP for Grades 1–12; Reading interventions; Co-teaching and small-group instruction for students with identified learning needs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Morocco	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure Daily hours vary by division: Discovery 8:30 A.M.–3:00 P.M.; Pre-K 8:30 A.M.–3:10 P.M.; Kindergarten 8:00 A.M.–3:10 P.M.; Primary School 8:00 A.M.–3:20 P.M.; Secondary School 8:00 A.M.–3:30 P.M. Ramadan hours: Discovery 9:00 A.M.–2:30 P.M.; Pre-K 9:00 A.M.–2:40 P.M.; KG 8:30/8:30 A.M.–2:40 P.M.; Grade 1–5 8:30–2:50 P.M.; Grade 6–12 8:30–3:00 P.M. Wednesdays and Early Release Days have shortened schedules (examples are published in calendars).
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Morning and afternoon bus transportation is available for students within the service perimeter; service is optional and not included in tuition.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Overview (academic year: 2025–2026) One-time application and admissions fees - Application fee: MAD 1,000 per child, payable at time of application; non-refundable. - Admissions fee (one-time, degressive): MAD 50,000 for the first child; MAD 40,000 for the second child; MAD 30,000 for the third child (and more for additional children); non-refundable. Annual fees - Facility fee: MAD 5,000 per student per year; non-refundable. Tuition fees (2025–2026) — Family rate and Corporate rate - Family rate — Nursery to Kindergarten (N–K): Yearly tuition MAD 88,678.00; Per-semester MAD 44,339.00. - Family rate — Pre-K/Foundational to Grade 5 (PF–5): Yearly tuition MAD 130,091.00; Per-semester MAD 65,045.50. - Family rate — Grades 6–8: Yearly tuition MAD 151,977.00; Per-semester MAD 75,988.50. - Family rate — Grades 9–12: Yearly tuition MAD 158,054.00; Per-semester MAD 79,027.00. - Corporate rate — Nursery to Kindergarten (N–K): Yearly tuition MAD 97,326.00; Per-semester MAD 48,663.00. - Corporate rate — Pre-K/Foundational to Grade 5 (PF–5): Yearly tuition MAD 145,895.00; Per-semester MAD 72,947.50. - Corporate rate — Grades 6–8: Yearly tuition MAD 170,213.00; Per-semester MAD 85,106.50. - Corporate rate — Grades 9–12: Yearly tuition MAD 176,292.00; Per-semester MAD 88,146.00. Billing schedule and payment terms - To secure an offered place: payment of a MAD 50,000 non-refundable Admissions Fee deposit plus the first-semester payment is required. - Pre-registration contribution for the next academic year is credited toward tuition if paying the yearly tuition; the pre-registration contribution is refundable if cancelled before April 1. - Discounts: 15% discount on tuition for the third child and subsequent children from the same family; 2% discount if full tuition payments are received before August 15. - Semester deadlines and late-payment penalties: - Semester 1 deadline: September 16. Late penalties: 2% from September 17; 4% from October 15; 6% from November 15 and student enrollment may be suspended until payment is received. - Semester 2 deadline: February 17. Late penalties: 2% from February 18; 4% from March 17; 6% from April 15 and student enrollment may be suspended until payment is received. - Bookkeeping office operating hours: Monday–Friday, 07:30–15:30 (lunch break 12:00–12:30). Contact available for billing inquiries. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed as an offered option; no boarding fees apply. Other costs and optional charges - Uniforms: CAS has a single official vendor; uniforms are sold on campus. Prices (all in MAD): - School pants MAD 240; skirt MAD 220; bermuda MAD 220; dress shirt MAD 220. - Polo short-sleeve (red or blue) MAD 150; polo long-sleeve (blue) MAD 160. - PE short-sleeve t-shirt MAD 120; PE long-sleeve t-shirt MAD 130; short PE MAD 120; sweat pants PE MAD 190. - Hoodie (blue PE) MAD 290; zipper hoodie (red PE) MAD 290; bomber jacket MAD 260; blazer MAD 450; tie MAD 60. - P.E. Gym Pack MAD 1,200. - Uniform Dress Pack (Boys) MAD 1,600; Uniform Dress Pack (Girls) MAD 1,800. - Uniform packs (contents described by student level) are available and listed with pack component details. Store hours for the vendor are published; contact details for the vendor are available through the school. Refunds and non‑refundables - Application processing fee (MAD 1,000) and the Admissions Fee deposit (MAD 50,000) are non-refundable. The facility fee is non-refundable. Pre-registration contributions are refundable if cancelled before April 1. No other routine tuition refund policy is listed. Fee payment options - Pay at school by check (made payable to Casablanca American School). - Pay cash at any Bank of Africa (BMCE) branch with the school fee statement; include the student's name or student ID on the payment and send a copy of the payment confirmation to the school bookkeeping email. - Wire transfer (local bank details provided): RIB, SWIFT, and IBAN details are available for transfers; include the student's name or student ID on the transfer instructions and send a copy of the transfer confirmation to the bookkeeping email. Contact for billing questions - A bookkeeping/business office contact is provided for fee questions and clarifications; the office accepts inquiries during office hours.	Fee details Registration fees (one-time & annual) - Application fee (one-time, new student): MAD 1,200. - Entry fee (one-time): 1st child MAD 40,000; 2nd child MAD 30,000; 3rd child MAD 20,000. - Enrollment / Re-enrollment fee (annual): MAD 1,000 (new and returning). - Program Advancement fee (annual): MAD 4,000. - Parent Club fee (annual, per family): MAD 200. - Student Packet (Discovery – Kindergarten): MAD 650. - Graduation fee (Grade 12): MAD 2,500. Tuition (Membership) fees by grade level — annual and calculated per quarter - Annual membership (tuition) fees for 2026–27: - Discovery: MAD 94,450. - Pre‑K and Kindergarten: MAD 107,640. - Elementary (Grades 1–5): MAD 133,700. - Middle School (Grades 6–8): MAD 153,900. - High School (Grades 9–12): MAD 168,700. - Calculated per-quarter installment (illustrative) — the school publishes four payment periods; these quarter amounts are the annual membership fee divided by four: - Discovery: MAD 23,612.50 per quarter (MAD 94,450 ÷ 4). - Pre‑K/Kindergarten: MAD 26,910.00 per quarter (MAD 107,640 ÷ 4). - Elementary: MAD 33,425.00 per quarter (MAD 133,700 ÷ 4). - Middle School: MAD 38,475.00 per quarter (MAD 153,900 ÷ 4). - High School: MAD 42,175.00 per quarter (MAD 168,700 ÷ 4). (Note: the per-quarter figures above are calculated examples based on the school's four payment periods and the published annual membership fees.) Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment periods (quarterly) for the 2026–27 school year: - Q1: August 13–27, 2026. - Q2: October 20–November 3, 2026. - Q3: January 5–19, 2027. - Q4: March 20–April 3, 2027. - Discounts and adjustments: - A 3% discount applies to membership fees if payment in full is received by June 30, 2026. - Sibling discounts: 5% for the second child, 10% for the third child and subsequent siblings (applies to membership fees). - Late payment penalties: - 30 days overdue: 2% penalty. - 60 days overdue: 4% penalty. - Starting from 90 days overdue: 6% penalty. Optional / additional fees - Lunch program (annual): Discovery–Kindergarten MAD 9,200; Elementary (Grades 1–5) MAD 9,700; Middle & High School (Grades 6–12) MAD 10,100. - Bus (annual) by distance: - Zone A (0–15 km): MAD 10,500. - Zone B (16–29 km): MAD 11,500. - Other scheduled/occasional charges: student packet, graduation fee, program advancement and parent club fees as listed under registration fees. Boarding - There is no boarding programme; all students attend during the day and leave campus after school. Refunds and cancellations - All fees are non‑refundable. Fee payment methods and point of contact - The published fee schedule lists payment periods, discounts, penalties, and fee amounts but does not specify accepted payment channels on the schedule itself. For the school's authorised payment methods and invoicing details, contact the Admissions Office at admissions@gwa.ac.ma or by phone at +212 5.22.95.30.00.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The uniform is required to be worn daily by all students Nursery through Grade 12. There is one official vendor providing school and P.E. uniforms, with on‑campus purchasing access at the front gate. Students wear the Dress Uniform in any combination daily except on occasions when a specific combination is required (e.g., Official School Travel/Trips, Special School Photographs, NHS or MUN Inductions). A P.E. Kit is required for physical education. Uniforms must be neat and clean; bottoms must touch the knee; footwear must be suitable; store hours are Tuesdays 8:30–11:00 am and Thursdays 2:00–3:30 pm; pricing for items is published by the vendor.	Uniform requirement Uniform Policy. Senior School students wear a white GWA polo shirt with navy formal trousers (boys) or a navy formal trousers/skirt (girls). A GWA Senior School Jacket is worn on Fridays (Friday only). Shoes must be black with a solid back and leather-like upper. Grooming guidelines cover hair, jewellery and fragrance; a large water bottle is required each day.
Food options	Food options The cafeteria is operated by an external provider and meals are prepared fresh on campus daily. Families can opt for the school lunch menu each term or bring a packed lunch from home. Menus are balanced and international, designed with input from a nutritionist.	Food options Freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided. The lunch program is in-house and follows health and sanitary standards. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, and dietary accommodations can be arranged upon request. Canteen payments are made with pre-paid cards.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is not-for-profit and governed by a Board of Governors (Board of Trustees). The Board includes a Board President, Board Vice President, a U.S. Consulate Representative, a School Director, a Board Secretary, and Board Co-Treasurers, among others.	Governance and ownership George Washington Academy is a foreign non-profit association registered in Morocco under number 1653 in Casablanca. It is governed by a self-perpetuating School Board, with an Annual General Assembly for parent observers.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Casablanca American School delivers an American-style university-preparatory program for Nursery through Grade 12, culminating in the International Baccalaureate Full Diploma Program for Grades 11–12. The Early Childhood program (ages 3–6) uses The Creative Curriculum by Teaching Strategies, and the school is designated as a Creative Curriculum Ambassador School. In Lower School (Preschool–Grade 6), the IPC is used, alongside the Teacher's College Reading and Writing Project (TCRWP) and Common Core-aligned literacy instruction, with English Language Learner support. Upper School follows the IB Diploma Programme, with six subjects in Grades 11–12 and core requirements of Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, and Service. The language of instruction is English; French and Arabic are mandatory second languages from Grade 2–12, and Spanish is offered at various levels. The program aligns with the IB learner profile and emphasizes inquiry, literacy, and college preparation.	Curriculum details George Washington Academy is an American School serving Pre-K through High School. The curriculum is rooted in the American Pedagogy and Best Practices and emphasizes multilingualism in English, French, and Arabic. The school is committed to high-quality education rooted in rigorous international and American standards and pedagogy to ensure balance, breadth, and depth in its programs. In Grades 11-12, three graduation pathways lead to a US Diploma, with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme forming the foundation of the pathway for college preparation. The school is an IB World School and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, with recognition from the Moroccan Ministry of Education.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 683 N-12 students and 78 full-time teaching faculty. The student-to-teacher ratio is approximately 9 to 1.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results Class of 2025 achieved over 700 university acceptances from 188 institutions worldwide, including 12 universities ranked in the global top 50. Scholarships totaled nearly $31,000,000. All graduates earned bilingual diplomas, and 89% of students received university offers.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression College Acceptances show Class of 2025 acceptances across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and around the world, including Barnard College, University of Virginia, University College London, McGill University, and Tilburg University. The majority of graduates attend institutions in the US, Canada, and the UK, with some pursuing universities in Europe and elsewhere. The College Counseling office supports exploring career paths and majors and guides students through admissions tests (PSAT, SAT, ACT, TOEFL, IELTS) and the university application process.	Higher education progression Graduates pursue higher education at universities in the USA, Canada, the UK, Asia, and Europe. The University Counseling page notes that 97% of graduates attend university in the USA, Canada, the UK, or Europe.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning The school places social and emotional development at the center of learning. The counseling program integrates CASEL's framework across academic, career, personal/social, and global development to help all students develop academically, personally, socially, and emotionally. CASEL competencies include self-awareness, self-management, responsibility, decision-making, relationship skills, and social awareness. The program offers Academic Counseling, Social-Emotional Support, and Workshops & Programs, and includes a middle/high school Advisory Program for ongoing guidance and belonging.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) The school uses a Multi-Tier System of Supports (MTSS) to support students with mild learning differences. A learning support team provides assistance, and teachers, counselors, and administrators participate in ongoing training to meet learning and social-emotional needs. Services include Social-Emotional Learning, Speech & Language Therapy for Grades 1-5, and accommodations per IEP for Grades 1-12, with co-teaching and small-group instruction across grade levels.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language The school teaches English, French, and Arabic as part of a multilingual program. English Language Development (ELD) teachers support targeted language growth through small-group instruction and co-teaching in content classes. Daily French instruction (50 minutes) supports literacy, and French Language Acquisition is available for learners at novice levels. In Primary, students learn English, French, and Arabic; in Secondary, Language & Literature courses are offered in English and French, and Language Acquisition courses cover English, French, and Arabic. In Grade 11-12, students choose at least two languages and can pursue the IB bilingual diploma.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is addressed through the Wellness & Counseling program, which views social-emotional development as essential to academic and personal success. The counseling program integrates CASEL competencies and provides Academic Counseling, Social-Emotional Support, and Workshops & Programs. It also includes group sessions for managing anxiety and relationships, one-on-one counseling, and guidance to connect families with community mental health resources as needed.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding GWA has a commitment to child safeguarding. The school states that every child deserves safety, care, and learning, and teachers, staff, and counselors receive regular training on safeguarding and how to respond to concerns when raised.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Casablanca American School sits on a 10-acre campus in Californie, a high-end residential neighborhood south of Casablanca. The campus houses three buildings for the Lower School, Upper School, and Pre-school, surrounded by lush, green grounds. The school has 66 bright classrooms. Lower School classrooms are equipped with class sets of Google Chromebooks or iPads, with flexible seating and curriculum resources. The campus includes two libraries, a 308-seat performing arts theater, art studios, an indoor gym, outdoor soccer fields and outdoor basketball court, play areas, shaded outdoor eating areas, a fitness center, maker spaces, a cafeteria, and science and computer labs. The CAS campus is known for its inspiring and welcoming learning environment.	Facilities overview George Washington Academy sits on a five-hectare campus near the Atlantic Ocean, with views of the sea. The campus houses Morocco's largest library, modern technology teaching spaces, a Robotics room, a MakerSpace with a 3-D printer, and a LEGO Innovation Center—the only LEGO Center in Morocco and one of two in Africa. The school is an American international school serving Pre-K through High School and is committed to English, French, and Arabic multilingualism. The campus supports learning across grade levels on a single site.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school provides outdoor soccer fields and an outdoor basketball court. There is an indoor gym on site. A fitness center is available for students. Play areas support physical activity for younger students.	Sports facilities Lower School has an indoor gym with a climbing wall, professional gymnastics equipment, and trampolines, plus a second playground connected to the full-size track and field. Upper School has a full-sized track and field with sand pit, indoor and outdoor volleyball and basketball courts, a miniature football pitch, and a well-equipped upper school gym. GWA teams compete in the Maroc-American Schools Athletic Conference (MASAC) across seasons in badminton, basketball, soccer, track and field, volleyball, and swimming. After-school athletics offer additional options such as gymnastics, hip-hop dance, soccer, volleyball, and basketball.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The campus has 66 classrooms. Lower School classrooms are equipped with class sets of Google Chromebooks or iPads, with flexible seating and curriculum resources. The campus includes two libraries, science and computer labs, and maker spaces. There are art studios and a 308-seat performing arts theatre.	Academic facilities George Washington Academy houses Morocco's largest library and offers modern technology teaching spaces. It has a Robotics room, a MakerSpace with a 3-D printer, and a LEGO Innovation Center—the only LEGO Center in Morocco and one of two in Africa. The school serves Pre-K to High School on a five-hectare campus and is multilingual in English, French, and Arabic.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities ASA offers more than 30 activities for Nursery through Grade 6, including Chess, Cooking, Science, Coding and Robotics, Karate, Arts and Crafts, Pottery, Choir, Gymnastics, Soccer, Basketball, Ball Games, Jewelry and Embroidery, and more. Activities run after school on campus daily from 3:15 to 4:15, with enrollment available on a trimester basis and led by internal and external professionals. The ASA program is separate from the Upper School athletics program but provides younger students opportunities to pursue sports and other passions. Student clubs coordinate leadership and service opportunities across the school, including the Lower School Environmental Club and Upper School clubs such as Student Council, PEOPLE 2 PEOPLE, Model United Nations, National Honors Society, DECA, Health and Medicine, INTERACT, Psychology, and more.	Extra curricular facilities The school offers Pottery, Robotics, Mad Science, Art & Crafts, Chess, Drama Club, Gymnastics, Hip-hop, Basketball, Soccer, and American Flag Football.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Casablanca American School was founded in 1973. The school provides a challenging and innovative American and International program within a nurturing environment, motivating and inspiring every student to achieve academic and personal excellence. It was the first Full IB Diploma Program School in North Africa, with the IB Diploma offered since 1986. The school serves 45+ nationalities and offers more than 20 IB courses. The teaching faculty are 76% US citizen and international, and the school has a 650+ student population.	History George Washington Academy Association has bridged cultures and created educational opportunities since 1994, existing as a foreign non-profit association. It began as Global Coopération Universitaire and was renamed Global Education in December 2001. GWA opened in September 1998 with preschool through 4th grade and a combined 7th/8th grade class. In 2005 it moved to a five-hectare, purpose-built campus just outside Casablanca, featuring two classroom wings with more than sixty classrooms, two science labs, an art room, a multi-purpose auditorium/cafeteria, an 800 m2 library (the largest in Morocco), and computer labs, plus housing for foreign staff. The founder was Jack Rusenko, and the association co-sponsored Morocco's First Internet Days, hosted Semester at Sea visits (1995–2010), and established four annual scholarships in 1996.
Community	Community Student clubs develop leadership skills and contribute to the school and broader community, while boosting students' self-esteem. Lower School Environmental Club; Upper School clubs include Student Council, PEOPLE 2 PEOPLE, Model United Nations, National Honors Society, DECA, Health and Medicine, INTERACT, and Psychology. The Student Clubs page highlights these clubs and their activities, emphasizing leadership and service opportunities for students.	Community The GWA Community section is where connections come to life. It describes welcoming new families, supporting them with resources and guidelines to settle in smoothly, and building partnerships with parents and external organizations to strengthen ties with the broader community. An alumni network keeps graduates connected and sharing their stories, extending the GWA spirit beyond the classroom. External partnerships provide exclusive benefits and enrich opportunities for families, including collaborations with Play & Code Academy, MAD SCIENCE Maroc, Académie de Théâtre Helen O'Grady, Le Petit Champion, GINGA SPORT, and the Association TIBU Maroc.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The Casablanca American School Parent Teacher Committee (PTC) welcomes new families and helps ensure their easy transition to the school community. The PTC is an all-volunteer, parent/teacher-run committee committed to enhancing, enriching, promoting and supporting the education of our children and fostering a sense of community within our school. The PTC facilitates communication between parents and the school's administration as well as coordinates the class Room Parent system, who act as liaisons among the parents, teachers, and PTC leadership. The PTC's fundraising efforts subsidize school events and activities at CAS aimed to directly benefit the students or entire community. We urge all families with children attending the Casablanca American School to join as PTC members each school year. Each membership helps augment our children's school experience and supports our educators in fulfilling their vision. Parent involvement is a fundamental part of what makes a school community rich and robust. Throughout the year, the PTC organizes many traditional American and Moroccan cultural celebrations such as the Annual Back to School Barbecue Party, Halloween Celebration, Spring Fair and end of year Music Fun Day.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11 and 12. Students study six subjects: one from Groups 1–5 and a sixth from Group 6 or a second subject from Groups 1–4, with three subjects at Higher Level and three at Standard Level. The core elements are Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS). All 11th- and 12th-grade students may pursue the Diploma or a Course Certificate. The school has been an IB World School since 1986.	Academic & intellectual The school serves Pre-K through High School students from more than 36 countries. The curriculum is rooted in American pedagogy and best practices. The school maintains multilingualism in English, French, and Arabic. The program aims to equip students with knowledge, skills, and attitudes to serve Morocco and the global community.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts at CAS include Visual Arts, Performing Arts, and Music. The Visual Arts program offers IB DP Visual Arts at Standard Level or Higher Level, and Theater is offered through IB Theater at SL or HL. The school stages musicals each year and maintains active engagement with international arts networks, with ongoing emphasis on performance, exhibition, and creative exploration. The Visual Arts and Theater programs are complemented by a Music program and related IB coursework.	Arts & creative Students hone creativity through visual and performing arts across lower and upper schools. Elementary students have Music and Art classes each week; middle school focuses on art, music, and drama; high school offers courses to deepen art, music, and drama. The Visual & Performing Arts department stages a spring musical with middle- and high-school students, with leadership opportunities in set construction, stage crew, and choreography. After-school arts activities include sewing, MakerSpace, pottery, and more.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language English is the language of instruction; English Language Learner (ELL) support is provided. French and Arabic are mandatory second languages from Grade 2 through Grade 12, and Spanish is offered at various levels. The Upper School offers IB‑oriented language programs in Arabic, French, and Spanish prepared from Grade 7 to meet IB expectations. Language offerings include English A Language and Literature (Group 1) and multiple Group 2 languages.	Cultural & language English, French, and Arabic are taught throughout the school week. English-language subjects and content are taught in English with ELD support as needed, and daily French instruction supports language development. In Grades 6–10, Language A (Language & Literature in English or French) and Language B (English, French, Arabic) are offered, with Language Ab initio (French) also available. In Grades 11–12, students choose at least two languages and may pursue the IB bilingual diploma; other courses continue to be taught in English.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Student clubs and activities span leadership, service, and personal development. Lower School Environmental Club leads sustainability efforts; Upper School clubs include Student Council, People 2 People, Model United Nations, National Honors Society, DECA, Health and Medicine, Interact, and Psychology. The Student Council has elected officers and class representatives to lead projects and mentor new students, while NHS and DECA provide leadership and professional-development experiences.	Social & hobbies The After School Activities (ASA) program offers a variety of activities and sports for students, including gymnastics, soccer, drama, science, chess, robotics, hip hop, basketball, and arts & crafts. Upper School students can participate in activities such as pottery, 3D Design & Print, Journalism (Yearbook), hip hop, computer science, FIRST LEGO League and World Robot Olympiad robotics, and GWA's School of ROCK. GWA has partnerships with Play & Code Academy, MAD SCIENCE Maroc, Académie de Théâtre Helen O'Grady, Le Petit Champion, GINGA SPORT, and Association TIBU Maroc. The ASA program provides an environment that helps students develop leadership, peer relationships, and decision-making skills.
Community & service	Community & service Community involvement features prominently through clubs like People 2 People, Interact, and various service drives. Interact (Rotary) leads humanitarian actions, while NHS and DECA support service and community projects. The school has hosted drives such as Lion's Club Ramadan Charity Drive and community initiatives including toy and clothing drives; there are also student-led service and fundraising activities connected to the broader CAS community.	Community & service The Community section highlights connections within the school family and celebrates how the school community grows.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Leadership opportunities are cultivated through the High School Student Council, which includes elected officers and grade representatives to lead initiatives, mentor new students, and foster school spirit. Clubs such as NHS, DECA, and MUN provide additional leadership and professional-skill development through competitions, conferences, and project work. The Student Council and various clubs offer pathways to develop organizational, communication, and collaborative abilities.	Leadership & professional GWA is a foreign non-profit association registered in Morocco under number 1653 and is governed by a self-perpetuating School Board with parent and local expert involvement; the Annual General Assembly invites all parents. The 2025–2026 Board includes President Kenza Bennis, Treasurer Amane Dannouni, General Secretary Rebecca Geffner, and other members. The University Counseling program supports college planning, career development, and university placement, including guidance on applications and use of Unifrog.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical education is embedded in the weekly schedule. Upper School PE offers two hours per week for Grades 6–10 with track and field, soccer, softball, basketball, volleyball, badminton, and floor hockey, plus after-school teams that compete in national or international events. Lower School P.E. includes at least two sessions per week, with movement, games, and sport fundamentals integrated into daily activity; the program emphasizes physical, mental, and social development. The motto for Lower School P.E. is 'Have Fun, Sweat and Smile!' and there are ongoing opportunities for broad-based physical activity and well-being.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellness and Counseling services are provided to support student well-being, alongside a Health Office. Dining services and cafeteria provisions are available as part of student care.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction. English Language Learner (ELL) support is provided for students whose mother tongue is not English. French and Arabic are mandatory second languages from Grade 2 through Grade 12. In the IB program, Group 2 language offerings include French A Language and Literature, Arabic A Language and Literature, French B, Arabic B, Spanish B, French Ab Initio, and Spanish Ab Initio.	Language provision English is the primary language of instruction; French and Arabic are taught as part of the curriculum. English language development is supported through English as an Additional Language (EAL); French as a Foreign Language (FLE); and Arabic Language Learner programs.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching English is the primary language of instruction; French and Arabic are taught as additional languages, with weekly French and Arabic classes. The school serves Pre-K through Grade 12.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs There is a language acquisition program starting in the early years that emphasizes English, French, and Arabic to foster multilingualism.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations MSA (Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools) accreditation; IB World School; Moroccan Ministry of Education approved K-12 American school
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The school has rolling admissions, and families may inquire for an application at any time of the year. The first step is the Admissions Inquiry Card, after which the Admissions Office contacts the family for an interview and a campus tour. The admissions process proceeds with a review of the application form and entrance testing/observation, a Decision Panel, and Enrollment with Tuition Payment. Age placement uses the October 1 cut‑off date to determine grade allocation. For enrollment, a certified copy of the child's birth certificate is required; if a birth certificate cannot be obtained, other reliable proof of identity may be accepted with an affidavit. The Enrollment Checklist includes: CAS application (Grades N–12); two ID photos (Grades N–12); copy of birth certificate or passport (Grades N–12); Medical Examination Form (Grades N–12); School Records for the last two years and any standardized tests; CAS Recommendation Form (English Version); Pre-School Questionnaire (Nursery–Pre-First); Vision Check; Audiogram (Grades 1–12); and an Application Fee of 1000 MAD payable at the time of application. The Application Fee is non‑refundable. When a space is offered, a non‑refundable Admissions Fee is due: 50,000 MAD for the first child; 40,000 MAD for the second child; 30,000 MAD for the third child. An annual Facility Fee of 5,000 MAD applies. Tuition and payment terms include a 15% discount on tuition for the third child and subsequent child(ren), and a 2% discount if full contributions are paid before August 15.	Admissions 1. Access the Inquiry and Application Form. Visit gwa.ac.ma and click Admissions, then Apply to access the inquiry form. After submitting the inquiry, verify your email address. You will be redirected to the OpenApply dashboard, where you can view your application's checklist by selecting your child's name and submitting the application. An admissions staff member will contact you within one business day to answer questions. 2. Required documents. Submit the following documents as part of the application: one recent photo of the applicant; one copy of the applicant's passport; one copy of the applicant's birth certificate and passport; one copy of the parent's passport or ID; copies of school records for the two most recent years; teacher evaluations: one for Elementary and two for Middle and High School. Additional documents may be requested by the Admissions Committee. All required documents must be uploaded to the student's application before it can be processed; if you encounter issues with uploading, contact the Admissions Office for assistance. 3. Application fee. The fee is 1200 MAD for Discovery through Grade 12. 4. Testing requirements. Testing is required for applicants from Discovery through Grade 12. All admissions documents must be submitted at least five business days before the scheduled testing date. 5. Application process. Prospective families can apply through the online portal, where they fill out an online application form and submit electronic documents. After completing the inquiry form, an Admissions Coordinator will reach out to guide you through the process. After submitting the documents, the admissions team will assist with scheduling the admissions test (Wida/MAP) and the interview. The Admissions Committee reviews the completed application and determines whether to accept the student for enrollment, refer for further screening, or deny the enrollment.
Scholarships	Scholarships Class of 2025 earned nearly $31,000,000 in scholarships. Class of 2022 earned nearly $4,520,000 in scholarships. Class of 2024 earned nearly $3,016,020 in scholarships. Class of 2023 earned nearly $3,641,800 in scholarships. Examination Results show the Class of 2025 cohort earned over $30,000,000 in scholarships.	Scholarships —
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