Islamic Educational College and The International School of Choueifat - Amman are both in Amman, about 11 km apart. Both schools offer British, American and Cambridge IGCSE programmes, and Islamic Educational College also offers IB, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) and BTEC Qualification. Published annual fees are JOD 2,365 - 6,240 at Islamic Educational College and JOD 4,770 - 11,830 at The International School of Choueifat - Amman, which puts The International School of Choueifat - Amman roughly 93% higher. Both take pupils from 3 to 18. The International School of Choueifat - Amman is the larger school, with around 1,500 pupils to Islamic Educational College's 23.
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Fees / year JOD 2,365 - 6,240 | Fees / year JOD 4,770 - 11,830 |
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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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Type Co-educational | Type Co-educational |
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Curriculum
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Curriculum British Curriculum, American Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, BTEC Qualification, Cambridge (Secondary) | Curriculum American Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE |
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Pupils
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Pupils 23 | Pupils 1,500 |
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Typical class size
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Instruction language
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Instruction language Arabic, English | Instruction language English |
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Opened
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Opened 1947 | Opened 1997 |
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Bus service
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Bus service No | Bus service No |
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Location
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Location IEC operates two campuses in Amman, Jordan: Jabal Amman and Jubaiha. Both campuses are in central Amman neighborhoods with access to major roads and nearby residential areas. The schools are overseen by the Islamic Cultural Society, which supports their facilities and programs. | Location The International School of Choueifat – Amman is located in Amman, Jordan, at Wadi Essir 11810 (P.O. Box 316). The campus sits along the Airport Road corridor and is accessible by Amman's main routes. The school serves both Jordanian and international families from a diverse range of backgrounds. |
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Stages
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Stages IEC serves primary and secondary levels across two campuses. The National Program includes Elementary (Grades 1–4) and separate Boys (Grades 5–12) and Girls (Grades 5–12) buildings to support different groups. | Stages ISC-Amman offers education from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school first opened in 1997 serving this whole range, and continues to provide continuity from early years to pre-university level. |
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School type
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School type IEC operates as a co-educational day school. | School type The school is a private, co-educational, English-medium, independent day school. It does not advertise boarding facilities; there are no boarding options listed for ISC-Amman. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support Public information about dedicated SEN provisions is not published. The school offers Jordanian and international programs, and admissions indicate provisions for non‑Jordanian students; families with learners needing extra support should inquire directly. | Additional learning support The school provides diagnostic testing for placement and offers additional learning support options for students who are behind academically. Services include a six-week Summer School, Special Lessons for targeted subjects, and Full-Special Classes, all available at extra cost. |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation Jordan. | Country affiliation No formal country affiliation is listed for ISC-Amman. It is located in Jordan and runs within the SABIS network. |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation Islamic; the school is associated with the Islamic Cultural Society and emphasizes Islamic values. | Religious affiliation ISC-Amman has no religious affiliation listed in its official materials. It presents itself as an English-medium, secular day school. |
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School day structure
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School day structure The school day typically runs from about 7:30–8:00 a.m. to around 2:00–2:30 p.m., with a midday break; exact times may vary by campus and program. | School day structure The school day typically runs from 8:00 to 17:00, Sunday to Thursday, with a shorter Saturday schedule (approximately 8:30 to 13:00). Friday is a day off.zeiten may vary by grade level. |
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Bus service details
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Bus service details — | Bus service details A public bus service publication for ISC-Amman is not published on the school's official materials. Families generally arrange transportation, and the campus provides contact details for inquiries. The address and contact information are published for parent communication, but no dedicated transport details are listed. |
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Fee details
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Fee details Application / Registration fees - A non-refundable affiliation/registration fee of JOD 100 applies for any new student registering in the American program. Other programs do not list a separate, one-off affiliation fee in the registration guides. Jabal Amman — Tuition and related fees (per semester and annual) - National program (kindergarten and Grades 1–12): - Kindergarten (KG/Prep): First-semester installment JOD 1,460; Second-semester installment JOD 980; Annual tuition JOD 2,440; Special support fee: none. - Grade 1: First JOD 1,560; Second JOD 1,115; Annual JOD 2,675; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 2: First JOD 1,595; Second JOD 1,135; Annual JOD 2,730; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 3: First JOD 1,650; Second JOD 1,175; Annual JOD 2,825; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 4: First JOD 1,720; Second JOD 1,215; Annual JOD 2,935; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 5: First JOD 1,725; Second JOD 1,215; Annual JOD 2,940; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 6: First JOD 1,725; Second JOD 1,215; Annual JOD 2,940; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 7: First JOD 1,725; Second JOD 1,215; Annual JOD 2,940; (special support fee not listed). - Grade 8: First JOD 1,785; Second JOD 1,255; Annual JOD 3,040. - Grade 9: First JOD 1,880; Second JOD 1,320; Annual JOD 3,200. - Grade 10 (academic): First JOD 1,975; Second JOD 1,380; Annual JOD 3,355. - Grade 11 (academic): First JOD 2,065; Second JOD 1,450; Annual JOD 3,515. - Grade 12 (academic): First JOD 2,225; Second JOD 1,550; Annual JOD 3,775. - Technology services charge (additional): JOD 100 applied to Grades 1–12 in the national programs. - All national-program figures above are presented as First-semester installment / Second-semester installment / Annual tuition; where a separate ‘‘special support'' fee appears it is listed as shown. - Technical (BTEC) program — Jabal Amman: - Grade 10 (Business / IT): First JOD 1,955; Second JOD 1,400; Annual JOD 3,355. - Grade 11 (Business / IT): First JOD 2,295; Second JOD 1,635; Annual JOD 3,930. - Grade 12 (Business / IT): First JOD 2,350; Second JOD 1,650; Annual JOD 4,000. - BTEC technology services: additional JOD 150 for BTEC program students. - BTEC Pearson certificate issue fee (where applicable): additional JOD 200 (applies to certain BTEC year groups). - BTEC tuition items are non-refundable and non-transferable. - American program — Jabal Amman: - Grade 1: First JOD 2,205; Second JOD 1,570; Annual JOD 3,775; Special support fee JOD 1,500. - Grade 2: First JOD 2,270; Second JOD 1,610; Annual JOD 3,880; Special support fee JOD 1,500. - Grade 3: First JOD 2,330; Second JOD 1,655; Annual JOD 3,985; Special support fee JOD 1,500. - Grade 4: First JOD 2,425; Second JOD 1,720; Annual JOD 4,145; Special support fee JOD 1,500. - Grade 5: First JOD 2,610; Second JOD 1,845; Annual JOD 4,455; Special support fee JOD 1,500. - Grade 6: First JOD 2,650; Second JOD 1,860; Annual JOD 4,510; Special support fee JOD 1,500. - Grade 7: First JOD 2,835; Second JOD 1,990; Annual JOD 4,825. - Grade 8: First JOD 2,900; Second JOD 2,030; Annual JOD 4,930. - Grade 9: First JOD 2,990; Second JOD 2,095; Annual JOD 5,085. - Grade 10: First JOD 3,255; Second JOD 2,405; Annual JOD 5,660. - Grade 11: First JOD 3,540; Second JOD 2,595; Annual JOD 6,135. - Grade 12: First JOD 3,600; Second JOD 2,640; Annual JOD 6,240. - New-student American-program affiliation fee (non-refundable): JOD 100 (charged at registration and not counted toward annual tuition). - American-program technology/services fees (additional) and advanced-instruction fees apply by grade band (examples shown in the registration guide: JOD 350 additional technology fee for certain American-program grade bands; JOD 200 advanced-teaching fee for Grades 10–12). - Transport (Jabal Amman): - Transport fees are charged per semester (first-semester and second-semester installments) and listed by distance category. Example annual totals shown: Category 1 annual JOD 675 (First JOD 425 / Second JOD 250); Category 2 annual JOD 750 (First JOD 450 / Second JOD 300); Category 3 annual JOD 850 (First JOD 500 / Second JOD 350). If a student did not subscribe to transport in the first semester but wishes to subscribe in the second semester, the transport fee for the first semester is payable at that time. Transport fees are non-refundable. Jubeiha — Tuition and related fees (per semester and annual) - National program (Grades and kindergarten): - Kindergarten (KG/Prep): First JOD 1,420; Second JOD 945; Annual JOD 2,365; Special support fee: none. - Grade 1: First JOD 1,445; Second JOD 1,020; Annual JOD 2,465; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 2: First JOD 1,510; Second JOD 1,070; Annual JOD 2,580; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 3: First JOD 1,555; Second JOD 1,110; Annual JOD 2,665; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 4: First JOD 1,600; Second JOD 1,140; Annual JOD 2,740; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 5: First JOD 1,725; Second JOD 1,215; Annual JOD 2,940; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 6: First JOD 1,725; Second JOD 1,215; Annual JOD 2,940; Special support fee JOD 1,000. - Grade 7: First JOD 1,725; Second JOD 1,215; Annual JOD 2,940. - Grade 8: First JOD 1,785; Second JOD 1,255; Annual JOD 3,040. - Grade 9: First JOD 1,880; Second JOD 1,320; Annual JOD 3,200. - Grade 10: First JOD 1,975; Second JOD 1,380; Annual JOD 3,355. - Grade 11: First JOD 2,065; Second JOD 1,450; Annual JOD 3,515. - Grade 12: First JOD 2,225; Second JOD 1,550; Annual JOD 3,775. - Technology services charge (additional): JOD 100 for Grades 1–12 in the national programs. All national-program figures are listed as First-semester installment / Second-semester installment / Annual tuition / Special support fee where applicable. - BTEC (Jubeiha): - Grade 10 (Business / IT): First JOD 1,955; Second JOD 1,400; Annual JOD 3,355. - Grade 10 (Electrical Engineering stream): First JOD 2,140; Second JOD 1,530; Annual JOD 3,670. - Grade 11 (various BTEC streams): First JOD 2,295 or JOD 2,480 depending on speciality; second and annual installments shown in the schedule. - BTEC technology services: additional JOD 150. - Pearson certificate issuance fee (applies to certain BTEC year groups): additional JOD 200. - American program (Jubeiha): - Grade 1: First JOD 1,990; Second JOD 1,420; Annual JOD 3,410. - Grade 2: First JOD 2,050; Second JOD 1,465; Annual JOD 3,515. - Grade 3: First JOD 2,110; Second JOD 1,505; Annual JOD 3,615. - Grade 4: First JOD 2,175; Second JOD 1,550; Annual JOD 3,725. - Grade 5: First JOD 2,235; Second JOD 1,590; Annual JOD 3,825. - Grade 6: First JOD 2,460; Second JOD 1,735; Annual JOD 4,195. - Grade 7: First JOD 2,580; Second JOD 1,830; Annual JOD 4,410. - Grade 8: First JOD 2,670; Second JOD 1,890; Annual JOD 4,560. - Grade 9: First JOD 2,835; Second JOD 1,990; Annual JOD 4,825. - Grade 10: First JOD 3,255; Second JOD 2,410; Annual JOD 5,665. - Grade 11: First JOD 3,540; Second JOD 2,595; Annual JOD 6,135. - Grade 12: First JOD 3,600; Second JOD 2,640; Annual JOD 6,240. - New-student American-program affiliation fee (non-refundable): JOD 100. - American-program technology/service charges are shown by grade band in the guide (examples: JOD 380 for Grades 1–6 and JOD 350 for Grades 7–12 in the Jubeiha guide; an advanced-teaching fee of JOD 200 applies to Grades 10–12). - British (IGCSE / IAL) program — Jubeiha: - Fees are listed per grade/band (First-semester / Second-semester / Annual) — example entries include Grade 1 through Grade 12 with annual totals such as JOD 3,615 (Grade 1), up to JOD 5,500 for the upper IAL/AS and A2 years. Technology-service fees are charged by grade band (examples JOD 380 for younger grades, JOD 350 for older grades). Transport fees (Jubeiha) - Transport categories and example annual totals match the published schedule (Category 1 annual JOD 675; Category 2 annual JOD 750; Category 3 annual JOD 850), charged in two semester installments. Fees are non-refundable and subscription rules apply (if you join transport in second semester, the first-semester transport fee is payable). Other costs and recurring/additional charges - Technology / services fees: additional technology service charges are applied per program and grade band (examples: national programs JOD 100; BTEC JOD 150; American and British program bands JOD 350–380 as shown in the guides). These are charged in addition to the tuition installments. - Exam / certification fees: BTEC/Pearson certificate issuance fees and similar exam-related charges are listed as additional items (example JOD 200 for certain BTEC year groups). External exam fees for British and international exam boards may be charged as specified in the program schedules. - Special education / support fees: where shown in the schedule a ‘‘special education/support'' fee is listed per grade (examples JOD 1,000 for several early grades in the national program at each campus). - Uniforms, books and stationery: specific uniform or book-package charges are not itemized in the registration guides; parents should expect separate charges for uniforms, prescribed textbooks and stationery where applicable (the published registration guides do not list a uniform fee line item). Billing schedule, payment terms and discounts - The school bills tuition as two semester installments: a First-semester installment and a Second-semester installment (each program's schedule shows the two instalments and the annual total as the sum). New students enrolling in the second semester are required to pay the first-semester installment only at registration. Payment may be made in the school finance office (in person) or online via eFAWATEERCOM. Fees displayed in the guides are described as non-refundable and non-transferable. - Early/full-payment discount: a discount on annual tuition is published (an example 10% annual-tuition discount is listed where the payment is made prior to the start of term/installment, per the registration guides). - Sibling discounts: the guides list sibling concessions (examples: a percentage concession for the second sibling and for each younger sibling—guidance in the schedule indicates a 15% concession for the second child and for each younger sibling, subject to the school's terms and conditions). All discounts are subject to the school's policies and conditions as set out in the registration guides. Refunds and cancellations - Published policy language in the registration guides states that the fees shown are non-refundable and non-transferable in the circumstances listed; specific scholarship or exemption arrangements are exceptions governed by the school's regulations. The guides also set out conditions for scholarship-related fee adjustments and for reclaiming awarded amounts if a student transfers. Boarding - No boarding program or boarding fees are listed in the registration guides; boarding services and charges are not applicable. Accepted payment methods - In-person payment at the school Finance Department. - Online payment through eFAWATEERCOM (electronic bill payment service). - The registration guides and the admissions/payment instructions reference these two methods; other payment channels (bank transfer or card) are not itemized in the published guides. Notes: All numeric entries above are shown as published in the school's registration guides for the respective campus programs (amounts are presented in Jordanian dinar, JOD). Where a program or campus applies specific additional service fees (technology, certification, advanced-instruction) or a one-off affiliation fee, those amounts are called out above. All listed tuition and service items are described in the registration guides as non-refundable and non-transferable; discounts and exemptions are conditional and governed by the school's published rules. | Fee details Application / Joining fee - A one-time joining fee of JD 900 is required for students from Pre-KG through Grade 12. This joining fee is non-refundable and is not part of the annual tuition. Tuition fees by year group (annual and installment amounts; currency: JD) - Pre-KG — Annual tuition: JD 4,770; Books deposit: JD 140; 1st installment: JD 1,590; 2nd installment: JD 1,590; 3rd installment: JD 1,590. - KG1 — Annual tuition: JD 4,990; Books deposit: JD 245; 1st installment: JD 1,670; 2nd installment: JD 1,660; 3rd installment: JD 1,660. - KG2 — Annual tuition: JD 5,430; Books deposit: JD 260; 1st installment: JD 1,810; 2nd installment: JD 1,810; 3rd installment: JD 1,810. - Grade 1 — Annual tuition: JD 6,710; Books deposit: JD 340; 1st installment: JD 2,250; 2nd installment: JD 2,230; 3rd installment: JD 2,230. - Grade 2 — Annual tuition: JD 6,925; Books deposit: JD 370; 1st installment: JD 2,325; 2nd installment: JD 2,300; 3rd installment: JD 2,300. - Grade 3 — Annual tuition: JD 7,360; Books deposit: JD 370; 1st installment: JD 2,460; 2nd installment: JD 2,450; 3rd installment: JD 2,450. - Grade 4 — Annual tuition: JD 7,745; Books deposit: JD 370; 1st installment: JD 2,585; 2nd installment: JD 2,580; 3rd installment: JD 2,580. - Grade 5 — Annual tuition: JD 7,920; Books deposit: JD 370; 1st installment: JD 2,640; 2nd installment: JD 2,640; 3rd installment: JD 2,640. - Grade 6 — Annual tuition: JD 8,250; Books deposit: JD 370; 1st installment: JD 2,750; 2nd installment: JD 2,750; 3rd installment: JD 2,750. - Grade 7 — Annual tuition: JD 8,695; Books deposit: JD 370; 1st installment: JD 2,900; 2nd installment: JD 2,900; 3rd installment: JD 2,895. - Grade 8 — Annual tuition: JD 9,080; Books deposit: JD 370; 1st installment: JD 3,040; 2nd installment: JD 3,020; 3rd installment: JD 3,020. - Grade 9 — Annual tuition: JD 9,630; Books deposit: JD 400; 1st installment: JD 3,210; 2nd installment: JD 3,210; 3rd installment: JD 3,210. - Grade 10 — Annual tuition: JD 10,260; Books deposit: JD 400; 1st installment: JD 3,420; 2nd installment: JD 3,420; 3rd installment: JD 3,420. - Grade 11 — Annual tuition: JD 11,830; Books deposit: JD 400; 1st installment: JD 3,950; 2nd installment: JD 3,940; 3rd installment: JD 3,940. - Grade 12 — Annual tuition: JD 11,830; Books deposit: JD 350; 1st installment: JD 3,950; 2nd installment: JD 3,940; 3rd installment: JD 3,940. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment schedule: the 1st installment (which includes the first installment of annual tuition, books and bus fees where applicable) is payable immediately; the 2nd installment is due by August 31, 2025; the 3rd installment is due by December 14, 2025. Full payment of school fees needs to be settled during the school's selling week when applicable. Sibling discounts are applied to the 3rd installment. - Sibling discounts: 10% off tuition for the second sibling, 15% for the third sibling, and 20% for the fourth sibling (no discount for a fifth sibling or above). The discount is deducted from the 3rd installment. Boarding fees - The published fee schedule contains no boarding fees. Transportation (bus) fees are published instead; the school operates as a day school and provides bus transport options rather than boarding accommodation. Annual two-way bus fees are JD 805 for Zone A and JD 855 for Zone B; a one-way bus fee is JD 590 for Zone A or B. Other costs and fees - Books/technology: an amount is listed under "Books" as a deposit for each level; for Grades 2–12 the technology fee is included in the books amount. Final settlement of book costs for KG–Grade 8 will be decided at the start of the academic year; for Grades 9–12 the books amount shown is a down payment and is subject to course selection. Tuition does not include final book/technology charges. - Items explicitly excluded from tuition: books (final book costs), technology (where applicable beyond the deposit), transportation, uniform, cafeteria/meals, and extracurricular activities outside school hours are not included in the tuition figures and are charged separately. Annual bus fees (amounts above) are charged in addition to tuition. - Uniforms and cafeteria subscriptions are charged separately; the fee schedule specifies these are not included in tuition. Refund information - All fees are described as strictly non-refundable, except as specified in the ISC-Amman refund policy statement. The published fee document refers to a separate refund policy for any exceptions. Fee payment options - The published fee schedule and admissions forms set out amounts and instalment dates but do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example: which types of card payments, or bank transfer details). For enquiries about accepted payment methods and the practical arrangements for paying instalments, use the school's admissions or finance contacts. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements — | Boarding arrangements Day school. No boarding. |
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
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Food options — | Food options Cafeteria offers nutritious meals. Students may bring meals. A kiosk sells sandwiches and fresh fruit at break. |
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House system
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership The school operates under the supervision of the Islamic Cultural Society. | Governance and ownership Private, independent day school. Member of the SABIS Network. |
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Curriculum details
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Curriculum details IEC Schools in Jabal Amman and Jubaiha offer three main pathways: the National Program leading to the Jordanian Tawjihi, the American Program with AP-based senior years, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme at the Al-Jubeiha campus. The National Program follows the official Jordanian Ministry of Education curriculum and is taught mainly in Arabic, with Elementary (Grades 1–4) and separate Boys (Grades 5–12) and Girls (Grades 5–12) campuses, supplementary platforms such as Bravo, Raz-Plus, ALOHA, and Life Skills integrated into learning, and a BTEC National Program option after Grade 9. In the American Program, Grades 10–12 students study a six-subject load plus mandatory Arabic, Islamic Education, and Jordanian History, with options including AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Computer Science, and AP Psychology. The IB Diploma Programme is offered at Al-Jubeiha with instruction in English and Arabic and includes IB subjects across groups such as Mathematics, Sciences, English, Arabic, Theory of Knowledge, and Digital Tech, under IB authorization since 2018. The Kindergarten programs (KG1–KG2) at Jabal Amman and Jubeiha are bilingual and emphasize early literacy, numeracy, Islamic education, Arabic, and English, using inquiry-based learning. | Curriculum details ISC-Amman is a non-selective, English‑medium, K–12 school (ages 3+ to 18+) in the SABIS network, educating around 1,000 students from about 25 nationalities. The curriculum is the SABIS Educational System, delivered with the SABIS Point System and the SABIS AMS tracking to monitor progress and close learning gaps. On graduation from Grade 12, students earn the SABIS High School Diploma after completing five compulsory subjects plus two electives, and all graduates receive a globally recognized diploma. The program supports external exam pathways, including AP, Cambridge A‑Levels, and IGCSE; Jordan's MOE regulations permit sitting for one standardized exam. Beginning in Grade 9, two streams—AP Level and Cambridge-based tracks—are offered within the core curriculum, with university counseling starting in Grade 9. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning IEC supports social and emotional learning through a dedicated Counseling Department; the American Program – Jabal Amman has conducted mental health and anger management training for teachers and organized adolescence-awareness sessions for students. | Social & emotional learning The SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) is the heart of ISC‑Amman and is a student‑led mini‑society that empowers students to engage in daily school life, offering academic, social, and emotional benefits for all involved. The SLO comprises nine departments, including Academic, Discipline, Wellness, Activities, Outreach, and Social Responsibility, which collectively support students' development beyond the classroom. The Academic Department provides peer tutoring, academic competitions, study groups, and shadow teaching to bolster learning confidence, while the Discipline Department runs bullying‑prevention campaigns to maintain a safe school environment. The SLO is integrated into the timetable as a weekly period, ensuring regular opportunities for activities and skill development. The Wellness Department promotes a healthy lifestyle and supports students' emotional and social wellbeing as part of the SLO's broad wellbeing focus. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN provision. | Special educational needs (SEN) Special Academic Support is described as a pathway for students who are academically behind, with placement determined by diagnostic tests. Students entering Grade 1 and above are assessed to determine placement, and those behind academically are rarely refused; they may receive one of several solutions at extra cost. Available options include Summer School (six weeks), Special Lessons (extra periods in a subject), and Full‑Special Classes (accelerated programs). ISC‑Amman is described as non‑selective, co‑educational, and English‑medium, and is not presented as a specialist SEN institution. The site does not publish specific SEN categories or a formal list of SEN provisions beyond these options. |
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English as an additional language
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English as an additional language English as an Additional Language is reflected in IEC's British Programme, with English as a Second Language listed among IGCSE subjects. | English as an additional language ISC‑Amman is an English‑medium school. The School Profile notes English as a Second Language as an IGCSE subject, indicating ESL is accommodated within the curriculum. Public materials do not describe a dedicated EAL support program beyond English‑medium instruction, though ESL appears as an exam subject within the IGCSE framework. The absence of a specifically described EAL department or programme is not publicly disclosed beyond these points. |
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Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing The Counseling Department provides mental health training for teachers and supports student wellbeing; IEC also runs a University and Career Counseling Department for Grades 10–12. | Mental wellbeing Wellness is a formal focus within the SABIS Student Life Organization, with the Wellness Department dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle for students and staff. The SLO includes an Academic Department that supports learning alongside a Discipline Department that runs bullying‑prevention campaigns to foster a safe and respectful environment. The nine SLO departments collectively contribute to social and emotional development, leadership, empathy, and resilience through activities, events, and campaigns. The SLO period is embedded in the weekly timetable to ensure regular engagement with wellbeing activities. |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding policies. | Safeguarding Public ISC‑Amman materials describe wellbeing and student life supports (SLO, counseling) but do not publish a standalone safeguarding or child‑protection policy in these public materials. Counseling is listed as a school service, and SLO departments include Welfare‑related functions, suggesting an embedded approach to student welfare without a separate published safeguarding policy. For families seeking safeguarding specifics, the available public material does not provide a dedicated policy text. |
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Facilities overview
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Facilities overview Islamic Educational College operates across two Amman campuses, Jabal Amman and Jubaiha. The Main Library, opened in 1947, serves as the core library with seven satellite libraries and a collection of over 71,000 volumes, plus 385 CD-ROMs and digital resources. Science facilities include laboratories for physics, chemistry, and biology established in 1987 and regularly updated. The campuses host two theaters (Jabal Amman since 1963 and Jubaiha since 1988) and two German-system gymnasiums with multiple courts and a dedicated strength area. Other notable facilities include a Meteorological Station (since 2015/2016) connected to ArabiaWeather, four medical clinics across campuses, two affiliated mosques, and a clock tower. The Jubaiha campus kindergarten features a dining hall, a music room, a computer lab, a library, a gym, a private swimming pool, and outdoor play yards. | Facilities overview The ISC-Amman campus is spacious with modern sports facilities. It includes a semi-Olympic pool, a large sports hall, and outdoor basketball courts. The school theatre has professional sound and lighting for drama and music. Kindergartners have an independent building with an indoor heated pool, a large playground, and a car track. |
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Sports facilities
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Sports facilities Two German-system gymnasiums operate on the Jabal Amman and Jubaiha campuses. They are equipped with portable, fixed, and suspended basketball boards, 3 badminton courts, 3 volleyball courts, 6 table tennis tables, full gymnastics equipment with safety mats, and a dedicated Iron Sports Hall for team training and strength conditioning. These facilities are utilized across all school divisions and programs. | Sports facilities The campus has state-of-the-art sports fields and an all-season track. It includes a semi-Olympic pool, a large sports hall, and outdoor basketball courts. Kindergartners have an independent building with an indoor heated pool, a large playground, and a car track. |
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Academic facilities
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Academic facilities The Main Library, established in 1947, anchors the academic library system with seven satellite libraries on two campuses and a combined collection of over 71,000 volumes, including 385 CD-ROMs and access to periodicals. The library provides print and digital resources, internet access, and services such as circulation, reference and research assistance, library instruction, and current awareness. Science laboratories established in 1987 cover physics, chemistry, and biology and are designed for practical, supervised experiments. | Academic facilities The Science Department has two laboratories for biology/chemistry and physics. Two computer science rooms and KG-12 classrooms with interactive screens. The library includes KG reading rooms and Britannica online access. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities Theaters host school events, performances, and assemblies. IEC runs extracurricular programs including Model United Nations (MUN) conferences. A Summer Camp operates annually with field trips, activities, and a sleepover experience for participants aged 3-16. | Extra curricular facilities — |
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History
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History Islamic Educational College (IEC) traces its origins to the Islamic Culture Society, founded in Amman in 1944. The first IEC campus opened in Jabal Amman in 1946, marking the school's early expansion. In 1947 the schools were established as a non-profit institution and were opened by His Majesty King Abdullah I, with supervision remaining under the Islamic Cultural Society and licensing by Jordan's Ministry of Education. A Jubaiha campus was added in 1988, broadening IEC's geographic reach. IEC offers multiple programs, including British, American, International Baccalaureate (IB), and BTEC pathways alongside a national program, with a continued emphasis on English and Arabic instruction. | History The International School of Choueifat – Amman opened in September 1997, welcoming both Jordanian and international students in Kindergarten through Grade 12. ISC-Amman is a member of the SABIS Network, a long-established global education system. SABIS operates in 20 countries on five continents and educates over 70,000 students using a proven, proprietary system. The network emphasizes a philosophy of top-quality education that prepares students to meet the challenges of a changing world. Today ISC-Amman serves a highly diverse student body of nearly 1,000 students. |
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Community
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Community IEC operates across two campuses, Jabal Amman and Jubaiha, and maintains affiliated mosques in both locations that serve the school community and nearby residents. The mosques are used for education and worship, with some classes conducted within the mosques for younger students to cover core Islamic foundations. Student life is supported by a Clubs Program, which runs weekly 8‑week sessions as part of the second-semester curriculum. The school fosters community engagement through partnerships with organizations such as Tkiyet Um Ali, Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization, The King Hussein Cancer Foundation, The Children's Museum, and Jordanian volunteer platforms, with a graduation requirement of at least 60 hours of community service during Grades 9–12. IEC also participates in inter-school events, such as AP Jordan Community Day in October 2025, where IEC's American Program led four sessions. | Community Major school events include frequent sports competitions between SABIS Network schools and other local schools, with sports days organized by the Student Life Organization and outreach activities. Several musical concerts are held each year, and there are a wide range of activities on Saturdays including ballet, swimming, gymnastics, and taekwondo. ISC-Amman offers a variety of clubs and activities for students, such as arts and crafts, dance, coding, horseback riding, classical ballet, chess, choir, debate, drama, and science. The school theatre and performance spaces support regular music, drama, and assemblies, reinforcing a culture of student participation. |
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Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association Public materials do not publish a stand-alone Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) for IEC. Parent engagement is supported through IEC's digital communications, notably the IEC App that provides families with news, events, grades, and photos. Parents can contact the school via the general email relation@islamic-ec.edu.jo and by phone for inquiries. The Club Program and other student activities provide avenues for family involvement in extracurricular life, and parent participation can occur in conjunction with IEC's community service initiatives and school‑wide activities. Information and channels for involvement are also accessible through the school's general contact pages and communications, such as the app and official emails. | Parent teacher association A standalone Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is not described in ISC-Amman's public materials. Parent involvement is supported through the SABIS Digital Platform, which provides up-to-date information about students' progress, attendance, disciplinary issues, and contributions to Student Life, and through three term-end reports and opportunities for parent meetings with Academic Quality Controllers or school staff. The SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) coordinates student-life events that involve families, including a broad range of activities such as the Student Life Mini Conference, Arabic Poetry Night, Mother's Day, High School Academic Achievers' Awards, KGs Concerts, Primary Concerts, Steam Competitions, Science Fair, Family Fun Day, Sports Day, Open Day, a School Musical Production, and Graduation. Public calendars and school news are accessible via the SABIS Digital Platform, enabling ongoing family engagement. Family-oriented events such as Graduation, Family Fun Day, Arabic Poetry Night, and Mother's Day illustrate active family involvement in ISC-Amman's community. While a formal PTA is not listed, ISC-Amman emphasizes family engagement through these mechanisms and through SLO-organized events. |
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Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual The IEC Clubs Program is a key part of the second-semester curriculum. Clubs run weekly for eight weeks during school hours, providing students with hands-on opportunities to explore hobbies, learn new skills, and connect with peers and teachers outside the traditional classroom. The program supports student talents across a variety of fields, and participants have taken part in inter-school competitions and events organized by the Ministry of Education and private schools. | Academic & intellectual ISC-Amman provides academic and intellectual enrichment through a variety of clubs and activities offered during and after the school day. The program includes arts and crafts, dance, coding, horseback riding, classical ballet, chess, choir, debating, drama, and science. STEAM-related activities are incorporated through steam competitions and science fairs, encouraging inquiry and teamwork. The school also recognizes academic achievement through events such as High School Academic Achievers' Awards. |
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Arts & creative
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Arts & creative Clubs include Drama, Photography, Short Film, DIY, Crochet, Embroidery, and other arts-oriented activities. These offerings give students avenues to express creativity and develop artistic skills in a structured, extracurricular context. | Arts & creative The Music & Arts program runs from Kindergarten through Upper School, with instruction in art and music and performance experiences. Students participate in music, theatre, and arts activities, including choir, concerts, and art exhibitions, to develop creativity and self-expression. The program emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and performance skills as part of a well-rounded arts education. |
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Cultural & language
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Cultural & language A Spanish club is among the language-focused options, and Arabic language projects have been conducted as part of IEC's language initiatives. The clubs and language work are designed to broaden cultural awareness and language exposure beyond regular classes. | Cultural & language Cultural activities include Arabic Poetry Night and Folk Dance as part of School Events, reflecting language and cultural appreciation within the student experience. The events calendar features performances and cultural activities that accompany academics, arts, and sports. Saturday activities also include cultural-focused programming alongside other recreational offerings. |
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Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies Clubs cover a wide range of social and hobby interests, including Soccer, Chess, Badminton, Basketball, Swimming, Table Tennis, Gardening, and Board Games, among others. Participation provides peer interaction and teamwork outside the classroom setting. | Social & hobbies Students can participate in a range of social and hobby activities, including arts and crafts, dance, coding, horseback riding, classical ballet, chess, choir, debating, drama, and science clubs. Additional leisure options include Saturday offerings such as ballet, swimming, gymnastics, and taekwondo. These activities run alongside the regular sports and arts programs to support personal interests and peer interaction. |
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Community & service
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Community & service Community service is a graduation requirement for IEC students, with at least 60 hours of volunteer work during high school (Grades 9–12). Students volunteer through IEC partnerships with organizations such as Tkiyet Um Ali, the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization, NAHNO, and the King Hussein Cancer Foundation, among others, and must log official proof of hours. | Community & service Major school events include outreach activities as part of the SABIS network. The SABIS Student Life Organization coordinates a broad schedule of student activities and events. The calendar includes Science Fair and Summer Camp, alongside other community-facing events that involve families and the wider school community. |
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional The Clubs Program fosters leadership, relationship-building with teachers and peers, and opportunities to participate in competitions and school events. Activities and portfolios developed through clubs can showcase student initiative and collaboration, supporting personal and professional development. | Leadership & professional Leadership development is supported through the SABIS Student Life Organization and its events. The calendar features the High School Academic Achievers' Awards recognizing student achievement, along with events like the Student Life Mini Conference that promote collaboration and presentation skills. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing IEC provides extensive physical activity facilities, including two gymnasiums on the Jabal Amman and Jubaiha campuses with basketball boards, badminton courts, volleyball courts, table tennis, and a dedicated strength-conditioning area. The school also runs a summer camp with field trips, on-site activities, and sleepover experiences to support physical, mental, and social development. | Lifestyle & wellbeing The campus offers extensive sports facilities, including a semi-Olympic-sized swimming pool, a large sports hall, indoor/outdoor basketball courts, and running tracks. After-school and weekend activities include basketball, gymnastics, swimming, tennis, and track and field, with Saturday programs such as ballet, swimming, gymnastics, and taekwondo. The program integrates sports and arts to support students' physical health and well-being. |
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Language provision
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Language provision Languages taught include Arabic and English across IEC programs. In the National Program, instruction is primarily Arabic, with English taught in Science and Math and a dedicated English-conversation component for Grades 1–8 to support non-native speakers. The British Programme includes Arabic as a First Language and English as a Second Language, with English-taught core subjects and a German language department within the American Program. The IB program offers English and Arabic across PYP, MYP, and DP, with Arabic B and English B language acquisition options. | Language provision The school uses English as the medium of instruction. Publicly listed information about bilingual programs or language immersion offerings is not available. There is no detail on whether other languages are taught, their levels (beginner to advanced), or language support for non-native speakers of English. |
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Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching IEC offers language provision across multiple programs rather than a single school-wide bilingual program. The National Program is delivered primarily in Arabic, with English integrated in Science and Math and an English-conversation component for Grades 1–8 to bolster spoken English. The British Programme uses Arabic as a First Language and includes English as a Second Language, with English-taught subjects and a German department within the American Program. The International Baccalaureate (IB) program provides instruction in English and Arabic across PYP, MYP, and DP, with language-acquisition options in Arabic and English. | Bilingual teaching — |
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Immersion programs
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Awards
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Awards Al Hussein bin Abdullah II Award for Volunteer Work Service; Khalifa Award for Education; Prince El Hassan Bin Talal Award for Scientific Excellence; Majesty King Abdullah II Award for Excellence, among others. | Awards Information on past awards won by the school is not publicly available. |
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Accreditations
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Accreditations IEC Schools hold multiple awards and accreditations for educational excellence, as listed on their Awards and Accreditations page. | Accreditations AI — Accreditation International MSA — Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools NCPSA — National Council for Private School Accreditation CB — College Board CAIE — Cambridge Assessment International Education. These indicate formal, external validation of the school's quality and programs by recognized bodies. |
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Admissions
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Admissions Online enrollment and initial registration. Guardians access the IEC enrollment portal at iec-school.com and complete the online form for the selected scholastic year, program, and site. The form collects student details, guardian contact information, and program preferences (National Program, British Programme, American Program, International Baccalaureate, or BTEC) and indicates the intended semester. Initial document requirements differ by grade: KG1 and KG2 require two Jordanian birth certificates with the national number, vaccination card, a passport photo with the child's full name on the back, a personal interview with the child, the Jordanian Family Book, and the guardian's ID; Grades 2–12 require a transfer certificate (validated by the Directorate of Private Education), last school results, two copies of the birth certificate, the student's academic record, a passport photo, prior school reports, the guardian ID, and the Jordanian Family Book, plus a valid residence permit for foreigners. Admissions for the scholastic year 2025/2026 specify KG1 for births in 2021, KG2 for births in 2020, and Grade 1 for births in 2019. All documents should be prepared before the start of the academic year. | Admissions 1. Schedule a visit to ISC-Amman. The school strongly recommends booking an appointment to visit the campus, meet with staff, and see the school in action. This helps families understand the environment and ask questions about programs and admission criteria. 2. Application and required documents. There is no application deadline; admissions are accepted on a space-available basis throughout the school year. To start the process, submit the completed Application Form along with documents including three passport photos, a certified copy of the birth certificate, previous school reports, a Medical Clearance Form with vaccination records, a copy of the family book (Jordanians only), copies of the student's passport and parents' residency permits, and copies of the parents' passports. For Grades 4–12, a Certificate of Good Conduct is also required. A joining fee is charged to initiate the admission process. Appointments for diagnostic testing are arranged after registration and initial payment are submitted. 3. Testing/diagnostic assessment. Provided that the application and initial payment are made, students applying for admission sit for an evaluation by ISC staff. Grades 1 and above sit for a diagnostic test as part of the admission process, and the results are used to determine placement. Appointments for diagnostic testing are arranged by the admission officer once the registration is complete. 4. Admission decision. Admission decisions are made after careful evaluation of the candidates, with results of diagnostic testing and previous school records considered on a case-by-case basis. Additional criteria include motivation, social and emotional development, willingness to work hard, and the school's ability to accommodate the candidate's needs. A final admission decision cannot be made without the requested documents. Once accepted and the required fees are paid, a place for the student is reserved. 5. Enrollment and seat reservation. Upon acceptance and payment of the required fees, a place for the student is reserved. This step completes the admissions process and secures the student's enrollment for the upcoming term. |
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Scholarships
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Scholarships No scholarships are advertised on IEC's public pages. | Scholarships No formal scholarship program is described for ISC-Amman. |
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Waitlist
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Waitlist — | Waitlist Admissions are offered on a space-available basis throughout the school year. There is no publicly described waitlist or pool system; decisions depend on current space availability. |
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