International College Beirut vs LWIS City International School

	I International College Beirut Beirut, Lebanon	L LWIS City International School Beirut, Lebanon
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year LBP 882,627,422 - 1,031,586,503	Fees / year LBP 717,875,089 - 1,005,025,125
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (DP), French Curriculum, American Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), American Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 3,650	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 18	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, French	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1891	Opened 2003
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Ras Beirut campus on Hamra Bliss Street, Beirut, Lebanon (113-5373). Ain Aar campus is in Ain Aar, Lebanon. Both campuses are located in the Beirut area.	Location Down Town Beirut, Lebanon. The school is a private, international, English-medium day school serving KG1 to Grade 12. It offers Arabic as a first and second language, French as a second language, and Spanish at the high school level.
Stages	Stages Pre-K through Grade 12; Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School.	Stages Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Senior School. The school serves KG1 through Grade 12.
School type	School type Independent, non-profit international school.	School type Private international day school. It operates English-medium instruction.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Over 3,500 students; most are Lebanese; students come from Lebanon and other countries in the region and around the world.	Pupil nationality mix 46 nationalities represented; most common nationality is Lebanese (40%); local to international ratio is 40% local to 60% international.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning Support is provided by Learning Support Teachers; accommodations are offered for the Lebanese Baccalaureate, French Baccalaureate, and International Baccalaureate exams; support with SAT and university admissions.	Additional learning support Learning Support Services. Modified and Individualized Educational Programs (IEP) are offered; support for learners with dyslexia, mild developmental delays, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and social, emotional and behavioral needs; includes In and Out of Class Support, Special Programs, and Out of Class Remediation.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Massachusetts, United States (chartered by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts).	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Bus service is provided for Ras Beirut Campus and Ain Aar Campus. Online bus forms are submitted; routes include lines A, B, C and 1-2-3-4-L-M-I. A mobile locator app tracks buses and school location; bus fees are billed in the second and third trimesters; places are limited.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Academic year: 2025–2026. Application and one-time enrollment fees - Application fee (one-time, upon enrollment): USD 199 (cash). - Capital / Development fee (one-time, payable on enrollment for new students): USD 4,000 (cash). Tuition — installment (trimester) amounts and annual totals - School year payment structure: three installments (trimesters) with the scheduled dates shown below. Each trimester amount is listed in USD; the school also records equivalent Lebanese Pounds amounts. - Preschool (per trimester and annual total): - 1st Trimester (April 2025): USD 2,700. - 2nd Trimester (September 2025): USD 3,290. - 3rd Trimester (January 2026): USD 3,290. - Annual total (sum of three trimesters): USD 9,280. - Elementary School (per trimester and annual total): - 1st Trimester (April 2025): USD 2,700. - 2nd Trimester (September 2025): USD 3,456. - 3rd Trimester (January 2026): USD 3,457. - Annual total: USD 9,613. - Middle School (per trimester and annual total): - 1st Trimester (April 2025): USD 2,700. - 2nd Trimester (September 2025): USD 3,740. - 3rd Trimester (January 2026): USD 3,740. - Annual total: USD 10,180. - Secondary School (per trimester and annual total): - 1st Trimester (April 2025): USD 2,700. - 2nd Trimester (September 2025): USD 4,073. - 3rd Trimester (January 2026): USD 4,074. - Annual total: USD 10,847. Instructional materials and IB fees - Instructional materials (charged by trimester in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters): - Preschool: USD 150 per trimester (September and January), total USD 300. - Elementary: USD 200 per trimester (September and January), total USD 400. - IB programme fees (charged across the 2nd and 3rd trimesters): - IB I (secondary): USD 400 in September and USD 400 in January, total USD 800. - IB II (secondary): USD 400 in September and USD 400 in January, total USD 800. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payments are scheduled in three trimesters with the following dates used for the listed amounts: 1st trimester — April 2025; 2nd trimester — September 2025; 3rd trimester — January 2026. Each trimester invoice reflects the amount due for that period. - One-time fees (application and development) are payable upon enrollment of a new student. - The school issues fee notes and instructs payment through the Business Office or the banks named on the individual fee note; fee notes list the exact balance due and must be used when settling fees. Partial payments less than the due balance are not accepted. Accepted payment methods - For the 2025–2026 schedule, payments are accepted in cash only. The fee note and business-office instructions indicate payment can be made at the Business Office or at the banks listed on the fee note. Boarding - International College does not offer boarding; it does not accommodate boarding students. No boarding fees apply. Refund and withdrawal rules - Capital / Development fee for new students: refundable only if a written request is submitted to the Business Office before the specified deadline (deadline described in the school's published circulars). After that deadline no refund of the development fee is made in any case. - First-trimester fees (first installment) for newly enrolled students: non-refundable in all cases. For returning students, the first-trimester fee is refundable only if a written request is submitted to the Business Office before the deadline specified for that year; no refunds are issued after the deadline. - No refunds are made for the second and third-trimester school fees in any case and for any reason. School fees are non-transferable to a third party (including siblings) after the stated deadline. Withdrawal prior to the start of the academic year may be treated differently for newly admitted students (see the refund provisions above). Other costs and incidental fees - Instructional materials and IB fees are charged in addition to trimester tuition as shown above. Additional incidental costs such as uniforms, transportation, lunches, specialist activity fees, exam fees, insurance or optional trips are managed and invoiced separately; customary items charged in prior circulars include instructional materials and IB fees as listed. Specific uniform and auxiliary-service fees are published in the school's fee notes and circulars.	Fee details Tuition fees (annual, USD) - KG1 – KG2 – KG3 (Preschool): USD 8,000.-. - Grade 1 – Grade 2 – Grade 3 (Primary): USD 8,800.-. - Grade 4 – Grade 5 – Grade 6 / Year 6: USD 9,400.-. - Grade 7 / Year 7 – Grade 8 / Year 8 – Grade 9 / Year 9: USD 9,950.-. - Grade 10 / Sec 1 – Grade 11 / Sec 2: USD 10,500.-. - Grade 12 / Sec 3: USD 11,200.-. New-student, registration and one-time fees - Processing (application) fee: USD 200.- (non‑refundable). An additional USD 100.- applies for Special Education assessment when required. - Development Fund: USD 3,000.- (non‑refundable, one‑time payment due at registration). - Registration fee (place confirmation): USD 1,500.- (non‑refundable). This USD 1,500.- is deducted from the second tuition installment. What is included in tuition and additional academic charges - Tuition includes rental of hard-copy books, workbooks, e-books, instructional materials, software and insurance. - Family reductions: 10% reduction for the third child and 15% reduction for the fourth child. - IBDP (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme) charge: IBDP students (Year 1 & Year 2) are charged an additional USD 1,500.- per year to cover IB programme costs; IBDP Year 2 examination fees are paid directly by the parent/guardian. Grade 12 fees include graduation fees. - Special Education Supplement / Learning Support: charged only if required and determined case-by-case. An additional Special Education assessment fee (USD 100.-) may apply. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed in installments. The registration fee is applied against the second tuition installment. Payment of the first tuition installment is collected prior to the start of the school year during the school's scheduled payment/collection period (payment of the first installment and collection of uniform takes place in the week before term starts). - Historical payment practice shows a two‑installment structure (first installment ~50% before the start of term; remaining tuition due in a mid‑year installment), and a late‑payment penalty has been applied in past schedules (a late fee equal to 5% of the total amount due following payment deadlines). Cheques were previously specified as a payment method (payable to “City International School”) in published fee materials. Boarding - Not applicable. LWIS‑CiS operates as a day school; there is no boarding programme. Other costs and optional fees - School buses are available to parents for a fee; parents may opt to enrol children on the school bus service or provide their own transport. Specific bus-route and pass fees are charged separately. - School uniform is available for purchase from the school office; uniform costs are charged to families at time of purchase. - After‑school activities and some extracurricular programmes are run as optional services and may carry separate fees; these are managed outside the core tuition charge. Refund and withdrawal rules - Processing fee, Development Fund and Registration fee are non‑refundable. - Withdrawal policy applied in previously published fee schedules: a student who withdraws before the published mid‑year payment deadline was exempt from the second installment (but remained liable for the first installment in full); withdrawal after that deadline required payment of tuition for the full year. This historical policy has been published in the school's fee schedules and parent materials. Fee payment options - Cheque payments have been specified in published fee documents (cheques payable to “City International School”). The school collects the first installment in person during the scheduled pre‑term payment period; parents should use the published payment windows. Specific accepted methods beyond cheque (credit card, bank transfer, etc.) are not detailed in the publicly available fee documents reviewed here. If you will place these entries into a database: use the listed annual tuition amounts for each grade band, record the one‑time non‑refundable Development Fund (USD 3,000.-), Registration Fee (USD 1,500.-) and Processing Fee (USD 200.-), note the additional IBDP charge (USD 1,500.- per IBDP year), record that transportation and uniform costs are billed separately, and flag the school as a day school (no boarding).
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school does not accommodate boarding students.	Boarding arrangements Day school; no boarding facilities are offered.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school has no school uniform. The PE kit is required on PE days and can be purchased online and at both Ain Aar and Ras Beirut campuses starting September 5, 2024.	Uniform requirement Uniform is required at all times. The uniform includes a T-shirt, summer polo, winter polo, sweatshirt, P.E. summer suit, tracksuit, and hooded jacket; plain blue/grey/black trousers with a school top and appropriate footwear. Headscarves for girls must be plain blue, black, grey, white, or beige.
Food options	Food options The school has cafeterias on both Ras Beirut and Ain Aar campuses; meals can be brought from home or meals prepared on-site.	Food options Meals are provided on-site through the school cafeteria. Preschool meals for February 2026 cost USD 155 for the month.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is an independent, non-profit educational institution. It is chartered in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It is accredited by NEASC and CIS, authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization, and homologated by AEFE.	Governance and ownership Part of the Learner9 World International Schools (LWIS) Network and governed by the LWIS Network Board of Trustees. It is NEASC-accredited and an IB World School.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details IC offers four programs: the Lebanese Program, the French Program, the International Baccalaureate (IB), and the American College Preparatory Program. IC implements the Primary Years Programme across all early years and primary grade levels. After the PYP, students choose their program of study. All programs require students to study three languages: Arabic as the host language; a language of instruction (French or English); and an additional language (French in the English stream and English in the French stream). Other languages are offered at the Secondary School, depending on the program chosen. The school fosters intercultural understanding through communication in a variety of languages. The school reports a 100% acceptance rate to top universities in Lebanon, Europe, North America, and worldwide.	Curriculum details LWIS-CiS is a private international English-medium day school serving KG1 through Grade 12, with Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Senior School, and an IB Programme. Arabic is taught as a first and second language, French is taught as a second language, and Spanish is offered at the high school level. The school emphasizes a learner-centered philosophy and a multinational curriculum, staff, and learners. LWIS-CiS is an IB World School and NEASC-accredited since 2011, and is a member of the LWIS Network. The campus features ICT labs, libraries, art rooms, science labs, a cafeteria, sports facilities, and an infirmary.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Ratio of student to teacher: 5.5 to 1.
Exam results	Exam results IC publishes official exam results annually. The Official Exams Results page presents the 2024-2025 results and the 2023-2024 results, and celebrates student achievements. It includes a section that highlights where graduates go next, indicating university destinations.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates have been admitted to a wide range of international universities, including American University of Beirut (Lebanon), Massachusetts Institute of Technology (United States), Columbia University (United States), University of Edinburgh (United Kingdom), and University of Toronto (Canada), among others.	Higher education progression Two-thirds of KG1–G12 students apply to AUB, with 84% accepted. Ninety percent apply to LAU, with 91% accepted. About 25% apply to universities abroad, with acceptances from institutions including Imperial College London, University of the Arts London, Hult International Business School, and City University of London.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Wellbeing is central at IC and defined as health in body, mind, and spirit, a collective responsibility essential for learning. The school emphasizes Belonging, Purpose, Resilience, and Connection across students and staff. The Positivity Project is implemented across all grade levels to strengthen social-emotional skills, empathy, and resilience. IC partners with Power of Zero to promote safe online behavior and digital citizenship, and offers peer mentors and safe spaces to support students. Family involvement includes information sessions on adolescent development and mental health, along with an open-door wellbeing policy and staff wellbeing programs such as counseling and professional development on stress management.	Social & emotional learning The school has a Counseling office and provides Orientation & Career Counseling. The Integration & Support Department offers counseling across all grades to support social-emotional well-being and to develop learners' self-worth.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Learning Support at IC is an integral part of the educational mission and not a separate pathway. Learning Support Teachers work with classroom teachers to differentiate instruction and adapt lessons, materials, and assessments to suit each learner. In high school, tailored accommodations align with the Lebanese Baccalaureate, French Baccalaureate, and International Baccalaureate official exams, and accommodations for the SAT and university admissions are provided. Identification and referral involve observations, screenings, and collaboration with families to develop appropriate support plans. Regular meetings and ongoing collaboration ensure consistency.	Special educational needs (SEN) Modified and Individualized Educational Programs (IEP) are offered; Qualified and certified Special Education experts are employed; The Support Department provides in-class and out-of-class support, special programs, and remediation; Learners with dyslexia, mild developmental delays, ADHD, and gaps in academic, social, emotional, and behavioral skills receive targeted support.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language All programs require students to study three languages: Arabic as the host country language; a language of instruction (French or English); an additional language (French in the English stream and English in the French stream). Other additional languages are offered at the Secondary School, based on the program chosen.	English as an additional language The school is English-medium. Arabic is offered as a first and second language, French as a second language, and Spanish at the high school level. English-language support (Support in English) is provided in Elementary and in Middle/Senior through Learning Support Services.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental and emotional wellbeing is supported through mindfulness sessions and breathing techniques, with art, music, and drama providing avenues for expression. The Positivity Project is implemented across all grade levels to strengthen social-emotional skills and resilience. Family involvement includes regular information sessions on adolescent development and mental health, plus an open-door wellbeing policy with the counseling and wellbeing team. Staff wellbeing is supported with access to counseling, wellbeing-focused professional development, and peer support.	Mental wellbeing Counseling is available to students; The Integration & Support Department provides counseling and related services to foster self-worth and holistic development.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The Child Protection Policy protects children from violence, exploitation, abuse, and neglect. IC has adopted the policy as part of its school values to create a safe environment where children feel nurtured, protected, supported, and empowered.	Safeguarding Child protection is guided by a formal policy; The learning environment is described as safe, supportive, respectful, and equitable, with a dedicated Child Protection Policy.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview IC operates two campuses: Ain Aar, serving early childhood through middle school, and the Ras Beirut campus with a long-standing educational heritage. The campuses offer modern learning spaces, including bright classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and arts and athletics facilities, plus auditoriums and STEAM spaces. Classrooms are designed for collaboration with interactive displays and flexible furniture, while science laboratories, libraries, and media centers support research and inquiry. Art studios, music rooms, and design and technology laboratories enable STEAM learning, alongside specialized spaces for counseling and quiet study. A dedicated physical plant team maintains safety and functionality across both campuses.	Facilities overview LWIS-CiS campus comprises three main buildings. Block A houses the administration, Middle School, cafeteria, library, Counseling offices, infirmary, the arts and craft workroom, IT labs, and staff rooms. Block B houses the Preschool and Elementary Sections, biology and chemistry lab, learning support department, and the speech and psycho-motor therapist's room. Block C houses the Senior School Section, physics lab, arts room, assembly hall, an indoor playground equipped for football, basketball and rugby training, nutrition class kitchen, career counselor's office, and the community service office. The school also has three rented sporting facilities used by the football, basketball, rugby, and volleyball teams in addition to the basketball court on the premises. The Elementary Section uses a rented swimming facility in Beirut for swimming lessons for some classes.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Multi-Purpose Gymnasiums: Spacious indoor gymnasiums for basketball, volleyball, badminton, and other team sports, with bleachers, high-quality lighting, and appropriate flooring. Outdoor Sports Fields: Full-size turf fields on campus supporting soccer, track and field, and school-wide events. Athletics Offices and Equipment Rooms: Dedicated offices for coaching staff and spaces for equipment storage and maintenance. Fitness Center: A modern wellness space is coming soon.	Sports facilities The school has three rented sporting facilities used by the football, basketball, rugby, and volleyball teams, in addition to the basketball court on site. An indoor playground is equipped for football, basketball and rugby training. The Elementary Section uses a rented swimming facility in Beirut for swimming lessons.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Bright, spacious classrooms support collaborative, inquiry-based learning and include interactive displays and digital resources. Science laboratories are fully equipped for physics, chemistry, and biology, offering safe, modern spaces for hands-on experimentation. Libraries and media centers provide age-specific libraries across campuses with extensive physical and digital collections and quiet reading areas. Art studios and music rooms offer spaces for visual arts and performing arts, with well-lit environments and instruments. Design and technology laboratories support robotics, coding, engineering, and design thinking, with makerspaces integrated into STEAM initiatives. Specialized learning spaces include counseling rooms and quiet zones and early childhood classrooms designed for exploration with indoor and outdoor learning.	Academic facilities The campus includes ICT labs and a library in Block A, which also contains the administration, Middle School, cafeteria, counseling offices, infirmary, arts and craft workroom, and staff rooms. Block B provides biology and chemistry labs, the learning support department, and the speech and psycho-motor therapist's room for the Preschool and Elementary Sections. Block C houses the Senior School, a physics lab, an arts room, an assembly hall, an indoor playground, a nutrition class kitchen, a career counselor's office, and the community service office.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Auditoriums are fully equipped to host school and community events, including theatrical productions, concerts, assemblies, and guest lectures. Multi-purpose and events venues on campus can be transformed for cultural events, exhibitions, performances, and celebrations. Cafeterias on each campus provide nutritious meals in a clean, safe environment and serve as social hubs. Courtyards and common areas offer open-air spaces for breaks, socializing, and informal learning. Athletics facilities, including indoor gymnasiums and outdoor turf fields, support sports, fitness and school-wide events.	Extra curricular facilities Co-Curricular Departments include Music, Physical Education, Craft & Technical Arts, Photography, and Home Making. The Music program provides opportunities for learners, parents and staff to collaborate in school productions in a professionally designed area, with productions ranging from theatrical shows and talent shows to concerts, rhythm/drama performances, mini movie productions, and community service productions, and aims to develop creativity and confidence. Physical Education emphasizes holistic development and includes participation in Jr. NBA LWIS-CiS and school sports tournaments such as basketball and volleyball. Craft & Technical Arts offers design-focused experiences that move from theory to practice; Photography teaches basics of photography and image editing; Home Making covers topics such as nutrition, sewing, ceramics, cooking and drafting patterns.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History IC was established in 1891 in Beirut. It is chartered by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and registered in Lebanon as a non-profit, independent international college. It operates on two campuses, Ras Beirut on Bliss Street and Ain Aar. It offers four programs—Lebanese Program, French Program, International Baccalaureate, and American College Preparatory Program—and teaches in Arabic, English, and French. The student body numbers over 3,500 students.	History LWIS-CiS Downtown Beirut was founded in 2003 as a private, international, English-medium, co-educational day school (KG1 to Grade 12). Arabic is offered as a first and second language, and French is taught for communication purposes. LWIS-CiS is learner-centered and multinational in curriculum, staff, and learners. It is a member of the LWIS Network and is accredited by NEASC. The school offers a tailor-made American Curriculum and is an International Baccalaureate World School for the Diploma Programme, with a Lebanese Program also offered, and is a Microsoft School.
Community	Community IC's community life is supported by the Ali Ghandour Center for Leadership Diversity and Civic Engagement, which runs a Community Engaged Learning three-year program beginning in 10th grade, mentoring students through volunteering and culminating in Community Service Projects. Civic Commitment and Service Learning emphasizes active citizenship, personal growth, and building community ties, including an Annual NGO Fair for Grade 11 and a 15-hour volunteer requirement. The Akle w Bassme Mobile Community Kitchen, launched in 2021, is a student-led project that prepares meals for less-privileged communities. A wide range of student activities and service projects, including fundraising events and outreach programs, demonstrate the school's commitment to service. There are two Parents Committees: Ain Aar and Ras Beirut, with elected officers for 2025-2027.	Community The CIS community includes students, parents, teachers, staff, management, consultants, Board of Trustees (LWIS Network BOT) and the surrounding community. Students vote for a Student Council to represent them, and teachers and parents form a Parent Teacher Association (PTA). This allows the BOT to form an Advisory Council to include the Heads of the Student Council, PTA, Management, as well as recognized educators from the local and expatriate communities. The school adheres to an open-door policy where all stakeholders' input is valued.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Ain Aar Parents' Committee (2025-26 to 2027-28) lists President Elie Fawaz, Vice President Chirine El Debs Deeb, and Treasurer Ralph El Fadl, among its officers, with additional members. Ras Beirut Parents' Committee (2025-26 to 2027-28) lists President Dalia Ghawi Arab, Vice President Nadine Fawaz Ramlawi, Secretary Pamela Abi Khalil Maalouf, and Finance Committee members Rima Ghali Kanbar and Youmna Gharzouzi Alem. The committees were last updated in November 2025 (Ain Aar) and November 2025 (Ras Beirut).	Parent teacher association The Parent Committee is a diverse group of parents who support the school's mission and work with the administration and parents to create a safe and positive learning environment. They believe parents have a strong role in advancing the school's social and support services. The LWIS-CiS Parent Committee aims at developing strong partnerships with learners, parents, and administration toward developing projects that will advance student life, parent involvement, and school facilities. Objectives include improving safety measures, hygiene, relations with teachers, behavior/values, and social and athletic services; encouraging parents to participate in events and to contribute their time, skills and talents at school events; and working with the administration to improve facilities.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual IC offers four programs: the Lebanese Program, the French Program, The International Baccalaureate, and the American College Preparatory Program. The Primary Years Programme is implemented across all early years and primary grades, and after PYP students choose their program of study. Three languages are required: Arabic as the host language; a language of instruction (French or English); and an additional language (French in the English stream and English in the French stream). The school reports a 100% university acceptance rate for graduates.	Academic & intellectual The Lebanese National Curriculum, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, and the American High School Program are offered. It is an IB World School authorized for the Diploma Programme and NEASC-accredited since 2011. Arabic is taught as a first and second language; English is the language of instruction; French is a second language and Spanish is offered in the Senior School. The program emphasizes critical and creative thinking, independent learning, and global and local awareness.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Art at IC is a vital expression of creativity, individuality, and understanding of the world. The visual arts program covers a broad range of media and techniques, from foundational work in Early Childhood to advanced studies in Middle and High School. The IB Visual Arts course culminates in an IB Visual Arts Exhibition where students curate and present their final portfolios. Art at IC empowers students to observe deeply, think critically, and convey ideas visually.	Arts & creative Co-Curricular Departments include Music, Physical Education, Craft & Technical Arts, Photography, and Home Making. The Music program fosters creativity and provides opportunities for learners, parents and staff to collaborate in school productions, including theatrical shows, talent shows, musical concerts, mini movie productions, and community service productions. Craft & Technical Arts focuses on real-world design challenges, emphasizing creative expression, collaboration, and hands-on making. Photography teaches basics of photography and digital image editing, camera mechanics, and composition. An Art, Photography and Graphic Design Exhibition is held as part of the school's arts showcase.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school fosters intercultural understanding through communicating in a variety of ways, including language. All programs require students to study three languages: Arabic as the host country language; a language of instruction (French or English); and an additional language (French in the English stream and English in the French stream). Other languages are offered at the Secondary School, based on the program chosen.	Cultural & language LWIS-CiS is a private, international, English-medium school. Arabic is taught as a first and second language; French is a second language; Spanish is offered in the Senior School. Learners study Arabic, English, and French from age three, with Spanish available in Senior School. Multilingualism is a noted feature of the school's approach to academia.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies IC offers over 130 clubs and societies. Activities span Performing Arts (drama, circus arts, debate, music, drawing and painting, crochet, macrame and shamballa), Athletics, Academic & Cultural Clubs (Arabic club, chess, general knowledge, cinema, robotics, game development, and more), Media & Expression (school press, photography, folk dancing, hip hop, fashion design), and Special Interest Groups (environmental action, Model United Nations, and more). Each club is guided by a dedicated faculty member. IC students represent the school in national and international arenas and regularly go on field trips to museums, theaters, and exhibitions.	Social & hobbies Co-Curricular Departments provide opportunities for social and hobby activities through Music, Physical Education, Craft & Technical Arts, Photography, and Home Making. The Music program includes productions and community service projects, along with theatrical and musical performances and talent shows. Physical Education emphasizes a broad range of activities and sports, including participation in tournaments and events such as Jr. NBA programs. The school also supports student assemblies, clubs, artistic performances, and participation in local and international competitions.
Community & service	Community & service The Ali Ghandour Center for Leadership, Diversity, and Civic Engagement (AGC) offers an intensive leadership and dynamic citizenship program through a Community Engaged Learning (CEL) model. Spread over three years starting in 10th grade, the program mentors students through volunteering with grassroots organizations and culminates with students leading Community Service Projects (CSPs). The AGC exposes students to local and international opportunities that encourage prosocial behaviors and empower them to become change agents, while disseminating the CEL model to other schools.	Community & service Local community service opportunities are part of LWIS-CiS's extracurricular offerings, including community programs and productions via the Arts and service projects. The School Life framework enables students to engage with the community through student-led initiatives and service activities. The school maintains a community-oriented structure with a Student Council, a PTA, and an Advisory Council that includes Head of Student Council, PTA leaders, Management, and educators from local and expatriate communities.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional IC's Ali Ghandour Center for Leadership, Diversity, and Civic Engagement equips academically outstanding yet financially disadvantaged students to participate in a rigorous leadership and civic engagement program. The program spans Grade 10 to Grade 12 with progression through Level 1 to Level 3, developing soft skills, project design, and community-focused leadership. It prepares students for university admissions in Lebanon and internationally and fosters ongoing leadership, civic engagement, and responsibility.	Leadership & professional The school has a Student Council representing students and a Parent-Teacher Association; an Advisory Council links the Student Council, the PTA, and management with local and expatriate educators. Model United Nations (MUN) is offered as an extracurricular program, and Orientation & Career Counseling is available to students. The school's governance and extracurricular framework actively involve leadership development and career exploration activities.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing is at the heart of IC; wellbeing is defined as the state of being healthy in body, mind, and spirit and is a collective responsibility. The approach nurtures belonging, purpose, resilience, and connection across the community. Physical wellbeing is supported by nutrition education, physical education, and movement breaks. Mental and emotional wellbeing includes mindfulness, art, music, and drama, and school-wide wellbeing campaigns. The Positivity Project is implemented across all grade levels, and IC partners with Power of Zero to promote kindness, digital citizenship, and anti-bullying.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical Education is a core part of the program, supported by a comprehensive set of facilities and activities, with many sports opportunities and events, including Junior NBA collaborations. There is a cafeteria and an infirmary to support student health and daily wellbeing. Counseling services are available to students, and a health-minded environment is reinforced through campus resources and wellness initiatives.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision All programs require students to study three languages: Arabic as the host country language; a language of instruction (French or English); and an additional language (French in the English stream and English in the French stream). Other additional languages are offered at the Secondary School, depending on the program chosen. The school fosters intercultural understanding through communication in multiple languages.	Language provision The school is English-medium. Arabic is offered as a first and second language; French is offered as a second language; Spanish is offered at the high school level.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching IC Beirut offers four programs: the Lebanese Program, the French Program, the International Baccalaureate (IB), and the American College Preparatory Program. The language of instruction is English in the English stream and French in the French stream. Arabic is studied as the host country language in all programs. An additional language is taught: French in the English stream and English in the French stream.	Bilingual teaching —
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations NEASC accreditation since 2011; IB World School.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Phase I - Enrollment Application Submission and Initial Review: complete and submit the online application form with all required documents; an email confirmation is sent once submission is successful; all applications are reviewed for completeness and eligibility, and follow-up communication is sent if any documents are missing; details must be accurate, including academic records and current contact information. Phase II - Qualified Submitted Applications (QSA): after the initial review, eligible complete applications are designated as QSA and invited to pay the non-refundable application fee of $199 to proceed. Phase III - Assessments, Interviews, and Ranking on the Qualified Candidates List (QCL): exams and interviews; applicants to Pre-K/ Petite Section participate in a qualifying interview, while applicants for higher grades complete entrance exams and grade-appropriate interviews; exam subjects may include French, English, Math, Arabic, and others depending on the program. Ranking on the QCL is based on entrance exam performance, interview results, academic records, submitted videos (if applicable), school recommendations, priority status, and assessment of relevant skills and competencies. Phase IV - Final Selection of Candidates: the Admissions Committee makes final selection decisions based on rankings; those with the highest performance are offered admission subject to available vacancies; candidates who achieve top results but have no vacancies may remain on the QCL for the current academic year or may reapply for the following year. General notes: admission is considered complete only after registration is finalized.	Admissions —
Scholarships	Scholarships The Scholarship Program is spread over three years, starting with the 10th grade. It mentors students through volunteering with grassroots organizations and culminates with students leading Community Service Projects (CSPs). The program also exposes enrolled students to national, regional and international competitions in fields such as social entrepreneurship, project design, implementation and evaluation, and public speaking, with the aim of providing students with the skills and tools to become active agents of change. For more information, please click here.	Scholarships The school has awarded scholarships to students, including Lynn El Mir receiving a full scholarship to AUB and Mario Fares receiving a scholarship to Harvard University. The school lists university acceptances to institutions in the United Kingdom (e.g., Imperial College London, University of the Arts London, City University of London, others), the United States (including Harvard University), Canada (Simon Fraser University, Carleton University), Switzerland (Hotel Institute Montreux, Glion, IMI), the Netherlands (University of Amsterdam), Spain (EU Business School), and Italy (Politecnico di Torino).
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