Sagesse High School and Wellspring Learning Community - Mathaf Campus are both in Beirut, about 6 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes. Sagesse High School also offers American, and Wellspring Learning Community - Mathaf Campus also offers Bespoke. Published annual fees are LBP 40,000,000 at Sagesse High School and LBP 100 - 90,000,000 at Wellspring Learning Community - Mathaf Campus, which puts Wellspring Learning Community - Mathaf Campus roughly 13% higher. Both take pupils from 3 to 18.
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Sagesse High School
Beirut, Lebanon
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Wellspring Learning Community - Mathaf Campus
Beirut, Lebanon
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Fees / year
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Fees / year LBP 40,000,000 | Fees / year LBP 100 - 90,000,000 |
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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 IB (DP), American Curriculum | Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum |
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Pupils
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Pupils — | Pupils 766 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size — | Typical class size — |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English | Instruction language English |
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Opened
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Opened 1992 | Opened 2007 |
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Bus service
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Bus service Yes | Bus service No |
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Location
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Location Located atop a picturesque hill, the campus provides a beautiful setting for learning. The school offers a holistic experience for every student. Sagesse High School offers three programs: the Lebanese Program, the American Program, and the International Baccalaureate. | Location Mathaf Campus is in Beirut, in the Mathaf area. It hosts the Primary Years Programme for Nursery to Grade 5 and features dedicated Art, Music & Drama rooms, a Computer Lab, and a Library with the eFollett online library. It also includes a Learning Garden and indoor and outdoor Physical Education spaces. The City Centre Campus is located about 3 kilometers away. |
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Stages
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Stages Divisions include Preschool, Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Intermediate and Secondary LP, Intermediate AP, and Secondary AP & IBDP. | Stages PYP (Nursery to Grade 5) |
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School type
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School type — | School type — |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix — | Pupil nationality mix — |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support The Special Education Department caters for the needs of students with learning difficulties as defined by the Lebanese Ministry of Education. | Additional learning support — |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation — | Country affiliation Lebanon |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation Catholic | Religious affiliation — |
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School day structure
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School day structure — | School day structure — |
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Bus service details
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Bus service details — | Bus service details — |
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Fee details
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Fee details Application fees and initial payments - A non-refundable application fee of USD 200 is charged at submission of the application. - After acceptance, a non-refundable School Development Fund (SDF) payment is required per family to confirm registration: USD 1,500 for families registering students from KG1 through Grade 10 (LP/AP) and USD 2,000 for families registering students from Grade 11 (LP/AP) through IBDP2/Grade 12 (LP/AP). The SDF must be paid within the time window required at registration. Annual tuition and Education Support Fund (by program and year group) - Annual tuition (per student): 40,000,000 L.P. for the grades and programmes listed below. The Education Support Fund is charged in USD and varies by grade/program as follows. For each grade group the billed amounts are: - KGI, KGII, KGIII — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 3,200. - Grades 1–3 — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 3,300. - Grades 4LP–6LP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 3,500. - Grades 7LP–9LP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 3,750. - Secondary 1LP and 2LP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 4,000. - Secondary 3LP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 4,100. - Grades 4AP–6AP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 3,700. - Grades 7AP–9AP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 3,950. - Grades 10AP–11AP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 4,200. - Grade 12AP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 4,300. - IBDP I — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 5,500. - IBDP II — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 6,500. Per-term instalments (billing schedule and how amounts are split) - The Tuition Fee (40,000,000 L.P.) and the Education Support Fund (USD amount above) are billed in three instalments: 40% (first instalment), 30% (second instalment), and 30% (third instalment). The instalment amounts therefore break down as follows for the tuition component (same for every listed grade): - 1st instalment (40%): 16,000,000 L.P. - 2nd instalment (30%): 12,000,000 L.P. - 3rd instalment (30%): 12,000,000 L.P. - The Education Support Fund (USD) instalments are split the same way (40% / 30% / 30%). Examples by grade group: - KGI–KGIII USD 3,200: 1st = USD 1,280; 2nd = USD 960; 3rd = USD 960. - Grades 1–3 USD 3,300: 1st = USD 1,320; 2nd = USD 990; 3rd = USD 990. - Grades 4LP–6LP USD 3,500: 1st = USD 1,400; 2nd = USD 1,050; 3rd = USD 1,050. - Grades 7LP–9LP USD 3,750: 1st = USD 1,500; 2nd = USD 1,125; 3rd = USD 1,125. - Secondary 1–2 LP USD 4,000: 1st = USD 1,600; 2nd = USD 1,200; 3rd = USD 1,200. - Secondary 3 LP USD 4,100: 1st = USD 1,640; 2nd = USD 1,230; 3rd = USD 1,230. - Grades 4AP–6AP USD 3,700: 1st = USD 1,480; 2nd = USD 1,110; 3rd = USD 1,110. - Grades 7AP–9AP USD 3,950: 1st = USD 1,580; 2nd = USD 1,185; 3rd = USD 1,185. - Grades 10AP–11AP USD 4,200: 1st = USD 1,680; 2nd = USD 1,260; 3rd = USD 1,260. - Grade 12AP USD 4,300: 1st = USD 1,720; 2nd = USD 1,290; 3rd = USD 1,290. - IBDP I USD 5,500: 1st = USD 2,200; 2nd = USD 1,650; 3rd = USD 1,650. - IBDP II USD 6,500: 1st = USD 2,600; 2nd = USD 1,950; 3rd = USD 1,950. - Specified instalment deadlines (example schedule used in the published fee circular) are: 1st instalment due in early September; 2nd instalment due in February; 3rd instalment due in May. An alternative eight-month plan is offered in which parents pay 25% by the September deadline, then monthly payments of 10%, with a final payment of 15% by the May deadline. The standard three-instalment dates and the eight-month option are part of the school's published billing schedule. Billing timing and payment terms - Parents must liaise with the school's Accounting Department regarding the breakdown of tuition payments and accepted payment arrangements. The School Development Fund must be paid at registration (within the registration window specified in the admissions process). - Re-registration fees already paid for a previous academic year are deducted from the first instalment where applicable. Details on textbooks, tablets, copybooks and art-material prices are issued in a separate circular each year. Bus fees are published separately by the Accounting Department and must be obtained from the Accounting Office. Other costs and mandatory extras - Additional mandatory/variable charges that parents should plan for include: the annual Education Support Fund (USD amounts listed above), tablet and digital learning material charges, copybooks and art materials (prices announced by circular), uniform purchases at the start of the year, and bus transportation (bus fee list available from the Accounting Department). Exact prices for these items are circulated separately each year. Boarding fees (if applicable) - Boarding fees are not published in the school's annual tuition circular. Parents should confirm whether boarding is required/available and obtain any boarding fee schedule directly from the Accounting Department if needed. Refunds and cancellations - Tuition fees are non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances. The School Development Fund and the application fee are non-refundable. Acknowledgement of payment of non-refundable charges does not in itself constitute proof of acceptance. Fee payment arrangements and contact for payments - Parents must work directly with the Accounting Department to obtain the payment breakdown, arrange instalments or alternative plans, confirm which payment methods are accepted, and obtain the bus-fee schedule and other optional-service charges. | Fee details Application fee - A non-refundable application processing fee of USD 100 is required for all new applications. Payment is accepted in cash (USD) or by international wire transfer for applicants outside Lebanon. Capital development / entrance (one-time, new students) - New Nursery students: USD 2,525 (one-time, non-refundable). - New students from KG1 through Grade 12: USD 3,000 (one-time, non-refundable). - The capital development fee is payable in cash (USD) or by international wire transfer for applicants outside Lebanon. Annual tuition and other fees (School Year 2026–2027) — Mathaf Campus (PYP) - All year groups: LBP 90,000,000 (LBP component). - USD component and Other Fees (USD 500) by year group (USD tuition + USD 500 other fees = total USD component): - Nursery: USD 7,790 + USD 500 = USD 8,290. - KG1: USD 7,590 + USD 500 = USD 8,090. - KG2: USD 7,590 + USD 500 = USD 8,090. - Grade 1: USD 7,790 + USD 500 = USD 8,290. - Grade 2: USD 7,790 + USD 500 = USD 8,290. - Grade 3: USD 7,790 + USD 500 = USD 8,290. - Grade 4: USD 7,790 + USD 500 = USD 8,290. - Grade 5: USD 7,790 + USD 500 = USD 8,290. - Grade 6: USD 8,390 + USD 500 = USD 8,890. - Grade 7: USD 8,440 + USD 500 = USD 8,940. - Grade 8: USD 8,490 + USD 500 = USD 8,990. - Grade 9: USD 8,540 + USD 500 = USD 9,040. - Grade 10: USD 8,590 + USD 500 = USD 9,090. - Grade 11: USD 8,990 + USD 500 = USD 9,490. - Grade 12: USD 9,090 + USD 500 = USD 9,590. Billing schedule and term / installment detail - Reservation / 1st installment (due at registration): LBP 30,000,000 and USD 3,000. The USD 3,000 is part of the total USD tuition and fees and is non-refundable. The LBP 30,000,000 deposit is non-refundable and reserves the student's place until the 2nd installment due date. - 2nd installment (due in June, before the new school year): the next LBP installment of LBP 30,000,000 and the next USD installment (the remaining USD balance is paid in two installments in June and December). The school's finance terms require the USD portion remaining after the USD 3,000 reservation to be paid in two installments due in June and December. (The finance documents state the remaining balances are paid in two installments in June and December; those two payments together complete the USD component for the year.) - 3rd installment (due in December during the school year): final LBP installment of LBP 30,000,000 and the final USD installment to complete the USD tuition and fees for the year. How the three-installment schedule applies (illustrative mechanics) - LBP total: LBP 90,000,000 is collected as three LBP payments of LBP 30,000,000 (registration/reservation, June, December). - USD total: USD 3,000 is paid at registration; the remaining USD balance (total USD component minus USD 3,000) is collected in two installments due in June and December. The finance policy specifies the three-payment timing (reservation + June + December) and that the USD 3,000 at registration is part of the total; the remaining USD portion is collected in the two later installments. Late payment and delinquency - An account is delinquent if not paid by the due date. Late payment fees of USD 250 per month (or part of a month) apply to overdue accounts; parents are responsible for any legal or bank fees incurred in collection. Official documents, travel arrangements, and participation in graduation ceremonies may be withheld for delinquent accounts. Discounts and family concessions - LBP tuition discount: 10% reduction on the LBP tuition component starting with the third child. - USD discounts: 15% reduction on the USD tuition portion for the third child and 20% reduction on the USD portion beginning with the fourth child. - Other fees (the USD "Other Fees"/auxiliary amount) are not subject to discount. Boarding / residential fees - There is no boarding program or boarding fees for Wellspring Mathaf Campus; the school operates as a day school. Bus transport and meal/lunch services are available as separate, optional services and are billed separately when used. Other costs and ancillary fees (examples billed separately) - The USD 500 listed as "Other Fees" (auxiliary/other fees) is charged per student annually and is shown as part of the USD totals above. - Optional activities, after-school activities, sports team fees (example: a school swimming team fee of USD 135 per semester was charged for a team program in school communications), field trips, special learning support, textbooks/library fines (penalties apply for unreturned books), uniforms, school supplies, and bus transport are billed separately when applicable. Specific activity fees and periodic program charges are invoiced in addition to the tuition components. Refunds and withdrawal policy - All tuition and fees are non-refundable. Acceptance of enrollment constitutes agreement to pay the full academic year's tuition and associated fees, even in cases of early withdrawal, suspension, expulsion, or misrepresentation. If a family withdraws before the first day of school, payments made remain non-refundable and the school reserves the right to collect full contractual payment. In cases of non-voluntary early withdrawal due to international employment relocation, limited adjustments for certain supplier-dependent services (transportation, hot lunch, after-school programs) may be considered only with a formal registered employer letter; otherwise no refunds are granted. Accepted payment methods and practical notes - Currency and method rules: the LBP portion must be paid in cash LBP only; the USD portion (including the capital development fee and USD tuition) must be paid in cash USD only. Currency exchange between LBP and USD components is not permitted. - Payment channels: (1) Direct bank deposit at Bank Audi branches (parents pay any bank fees and must include the child's name on the bank receipt). (2) Payment at school premises (contact the Accounting Department for details). International applicants may use international wire transfer for USD payments. Penalties and contract conditions - Late payment fee: USD 250 per month (or part of a month) applied to overdue accounts. Partial payments are first applied to overdue amounts. Parents are liable for legal costs for collection. Students with delinquent accounts may be restricted from official documents and school events (including graduation). Misrepresentation or failure to disclose required student health or learning information can result in dismissal with no refund and full tuition liability. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements — | Boarding arrangements Day school; no boarding facilities. |
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement — | Uniform requirement Uniform consists of Wellspring Polos (short sleeve and long sleeve) and Wellspring PE clothes. |
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Food options
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House system
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership Rector Fr. Antoine Assaf leads the school; Sagesse High School has accreditation since 2009 by the Middle States Association Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS), Pennsylvania, and is an IB World School offering the Diploma Programme. | Governance and ownership Wellspring Learning Community is privately owned and operates under the guidance of a governing board of international and local members, advisory members and a head of school. |
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Curriculum details
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Curriculum details Lebanese Program, American Program, and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. | Curriculum details The school offers the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP) as part of the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum. It also operates a Lebanese Program based on the Lebanese National Curriculum for Brevet students, with a Life Sciences Lebanese track for seniors. The language of instruction is English; Arabic is taught as a second language through MYP grade 10, and a third language (Spanish, French or Arabic) is available in upper grades depending on nationality. French is a required third language in PYP, with a CELFA-approved curriculum; Spanish is offered for MYP/DP with certificates from Instituto Cervantes. Wellspring is an IB Continuum World School delivering PYP, MYP, and DP alongside the Lebanese program. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio — | Student teacher ratio — |
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Exam results
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Exam results — | Exam results Grade 12 Lebanese Official Exams: 100% pass rate with two Bien (Class of 2021). IB Full Diploma Results: Class of 2021 achieved 100% pass; a bilingual IB Diploma was awarded. Historical Diploma Programme results show 2020: 100% pass; 2019: 92%; 2018: 71%; 2017: 100%; 2016: 69%. |
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Higher education progression
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Higher education progression University Guidance Office directs students to universities; Career Counseling Department, in collaboration with Waznat, offers a Career Guidance Program to help secondary students plan and succeed in their university paths. | Higher education progression University enrollment data show 51% of Wellspring graduates matriculate to the American University of Beirut (AUB); 30% to other local universities; 11% to universities in the United States; 4% to Canada; and 4% to the United Kingdom. |
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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 Counselors support students academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. The Career Counseling Department, in collaboration with Waznat, offers a Career Guidance Program to help secondary students plan and succeed in their university paths. Academic Orientation and Guidance is administered by the secondary heads of divisions to assist students in making informed decisions about their course selection and academic paths. The University Guidance Office directs students to their university of choice. Christian Life Counseling provides spiritual support; Catholic Priests are available on campus for guidance, and students may seek individual spiritual counseling during recess, with the department working closely with counselors, teachers, and heads of divisions to provide a full support system. Mental Health initiatives include a Mental Health Club. | Social & emotional learning Mathaf Campus Wellbeing is a central driver in Wellspring's thriving school culture. A positive culture ensures students, teachers, staff, and families at Mathaf Campus feel safe, respected, connected, and included. The campus embeds cognitive, spiritual, mental, physical, and social dimensions in every learning opportunity, event, and training. The approach covers campus culture, the physical environment, whole-school policies, and engagement with the community and staff development. Wellspring at Mathaf Campus fosters a proactive, reflective, and responsive response to the needs of individuals within the community. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN) The Special Education Department caters for the needs of students with learning difficulties as defined by the Lebanese Ministry of Education. | Special educational needs (SEN) — |
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing Counselors help students succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. Christian Life Counseling provides spiritual support and individual counseling on request, with Catholic priests available on campus. The Mental Health Club supports student mental wellbeing through focused activities and initiatives. | Mental wellbeing Mathaf Campus Wellbeing supports mental health and resilience through a range of practices. These include Yoga and breathing techniques to promote calm and focus. Counselors Day provides ongoing emotional support for students. Children's Rights are emphasized as part of student welfare. A whole-school approach and CCC Wellbeing Initiative underpin daily life on Mathaf Campus. Physical wellbeing is integrated into learning with dedicated spaces and activities. |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding The Child Protection Policy outlines procedures to safeguard students from abuse or danger while on school premises or under the school's supervision. The Designated Senior Person for child protection is Dr. Lina Riachi Haddad (School Counselor); the Vice-Designated Person is Fr. Tony Karam, and Designated Persons oversee each division. The policy requires staff to complete training, maintains secure records, and sets procedures for reporting to children's social care or police; it also covers safer recruitment procedures and liaison with local authorities and agencies. The policy is reviewed annually and is designed to ensure safeguarding across the curriculum. | Safeguarding Mathaf Campus uses a Whole-School Approach to safeguarding. The safeguarding framework includes Cyber Safeguarding and policies to protect students online. Children's Rights are promoted as part of student welfare. The CCC Wellbeing Initiative and other wellbeing programs support a safe and nurturing environment. Staff, students, and families are engaged in safeguarding through a connected community. |
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities overview
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Facilities overview The campus sits atop a hill, providing a pleasant setting for learning. The school provides a holistic experience for every student. SHS serves Preschool through Secondary levels with divisions including Preschool, Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Intermediate and Secondary LP, and Intermediate AP, and Secondary AP & IBDP. The school offers three programs: the Lebanese Program, the American Program, and the International Baccalaureate, with the Diploma Programme available. The school also provides counseling and guidance services, including a Special Education Department, Christian Life Counseling, Career Counseling, Academic Orientation and Guidance, and University Guidance. | Facilities overview The Mathaf Campus provides Smart Classrooms with interactive whiteboards and wireless internet, supporting technology-enhanced learning. It has Art and Music Rooms for the development of artistic and musical skills, and dedicated Computer Lab facilities for practical computing experiences. A Mobile iPad Lab offers a class-set of iPads for flexible, on-the-go learning, while the Library serves as a research and study hub. The Learning Garden and Campus Area supports environmental learning, scientific observation, safe outdoor climbing, and space for outdoor socializing. Indoor and Outdoor Physical Education Space provides a year‑round environment for physical activity and sports. |
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Sports facilities
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Sports facilities — | Sports facilities Indoor and Outdoor Physical Education Space supports year-round physical activity and sports. The campus emphasizes physical education as part of its program, enabling ongoing practice and skill development. Facilities are designed to accommodate a range of sports and activities within a safe environment. The Learning Garden and Campus Area also contribute to outdoor physical activity and recreational learning. |
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Academic facilities
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Academic facilities — | Academic facilities Smart Classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards and wireless internet to support modern instructional practices. Art and Music Rooms provide dedicated spaces for creative development, while a Computer Lab offers hands-on technology experiences. A Mobile iPad Lab delivers a portable, student‑friendly digital learning resource. The Library provides space for research, study, reading, and learning as a central hub of inquiry. The Mathaf Campus also features a Learning Garden and Campus Area to support experiential learning and environmental exploration. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities Sagesse Afterschool Center offers an Academic Center, Coding and Robotics, and Sports Academies such as Basketball, Hip Hop, Mini Football, and Gymnastics. Model United Nations (MUN) and Active Citizenship Program (ACP) are part of student life, along with Students' Council (SC), Students' Organization (SO), CAS, Prom Committee (PC), and Scouts. The Career Counseling Department, in collaboration with Waznat, provides a Career Guidance Program, and the University Guidance Office directs students to universities. | Extra curricular facilities MATHAF AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES (N-5) offer a comprehensive, semester-based program with specialized coaches, focusing on social and emotional growth, teamwork, resilience, creativity, physical activity, and wellbeing beyond regular hours. CCC STUDENT LIFE ACTIVITIES (6-12) provide daily lunch-time activities organized by the Student Life Coordinator, including board games, house challenges, and art activities, with access to the library or computer lab for research or quiet reading. ATHLETICS, SPORTS, AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY emphasize physical wellbeing within the IB framework, including participation in team sports and physical education units. CCC Varsity Teams (6-12) enable student athletes to pursue football and basketball through professional coaching and participation in local meets and tournaments. |
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History
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History — | History Founded in 2007, Wellspring Learning Community began on the Beirut campus near the National Museum, with the secondary campus at Ain El Roumaneh. It is a co-educational, non-selective, non-religious day school with English as the language of instruction. It is the first and currently the only International Baccalaureate Continuum World School in Lebanon authorized to offer all three IB programmes in English (PYP, MYP and DP). The school graduated its first senior class in June 2016 and has earned a 100% Brevet pass rate since 2014. The school earned CIS/NEASC accreditation in January 2018. |
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Community
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Community Christian Life Counseling provides spiritual support; Catholic Priests are available on campus for guidance, and students may seek individual spiritual counseling during recess. The Career Counseling Department, in collaboration with Waznat, offers Career Guidance to help secondary students plan their university paths. The University Guidance Office directs students to universities, and the Special Education Department serves students with learning difficulties. The Sagesse Afterschool Center provides guidance during study groups, and the school hosts community events such as the Mental Health Club, Theme of the Year, and Fall events for preschool. | Community Wellspring operates two Beirut campuses: Mathaf Campus (PYP 3-12 years) and City Centre Campus (MYP & DP 13-19 years). The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning and aims to develop global and local citizenship. Students participate in diverse extra-curricular activities including Model United Nations, student council, drama, theatre festivals, sports, technology and music. Parents engage through the Wellspring Parent Advisory Committee (WPAC), a body that supports the school and fosters parent–school exchange. |
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Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association — | Parent teacher association WPAC stands for Wellspring Parent Advisory Committee. Its mission is to support the school's mission, programmes and activities and to act in the best interest of the entire community. It provides a forum for the exchange of ideas between parents and the school and supports the learning of all students in line with the adopted school curriculum. It facilitates the development of educational activities for parents and offers social support mechanisms for parents, and promotes a positive image of the school to the wider community and organizes fundraising projects beneficial to Wellspring. Election of 15 new WPAC committee members will take place on December 11 at 5.30pm in Mathaf Library. |
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Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual The school offers three programs—the Lebanese Program, the American Program, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. It has been accredited since 2009 by the Middle States Association Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) and is an IB World School offering the Diploma Programme. University Guidance and Career Counseling support students in planning for higher education and careers, while Academic Counseling assists with course selection and academic paths. The Sagesse Afterschool Center provides an Academic Center and Coding and Robotics to strengthen learning outside regular class time. | Academic & intellectual Mathaf Campus offers the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3–12. Wellspring uses the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework across its campuses, with the City Centre Campus delivering the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10 and the Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12. The Lebanese Program is part of Wellspring's curriculum offering. Mathaf Campus is dedicated to PYP learners, while higher-level IB programmes are located at the City Centre Campus. |
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Arts & creative
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Arts & creative Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) is part of the IB programme. Model United Nations (MUN) is a Students' Life activity. The Afterschool Center includes Hip Hop and Basketball under Sports Academies, offering opportunities for creative movement and performance. The Newsletter is a student-led activity. | Arts & creative Visual and Performing Arts are embedded in the IB programme. PYP Art includes Visual Art, Music, Dance, and Drama, while MYP and DP Arts are treated as a holistic IB subject across the arts. Music education is integrated into IB units and includes performances and competitions. Drama features annual productions and theatre study. |
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Cultural & language
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Cultural & language Model United Nations (MUN) is a part of Students' Life. The Student Council (SC) and Student Organization (SO) provide leadership opportunities and cultivate school culture. Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) supports IB students in pursuing creative and cultural projects. | Cultural & language Wellspring emphasizes multilingualism. Arabic is taught as a second language until MYP grade 10, with Modern Standard Arabic or Arabic as a foreign language depending on MEHE regulations. In Grade 6, non-Lebanese students may choose a third language (Spanish, French, or Arabic) through grade 12. French is a third language in the PYP with CELFA approval, and students may sit for Institut Français du Liban certificates; MYP/DP students may study Spanish with Cervantes certificates. |
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Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies Model United Nations (MUN) is part of Students' Life, showcasing collaborative and extracurricular engagement. Prom Committee (PC) organizes school events and activities. The Newsletter is a student-led publication and Scouts offer additional group activities. | Social & hobbies Mathaf Campus offers MATHAF AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES (N-5) each semester with specialized coaches, focusing on social and emotional growth, teamwork, leadership, and healthy habits. CCC STUDENT LIFE ACTIVITIES (6-12) provide daily lunch-time activities including board games, house challenges, and art, with access to the library or computer lab. CCC Varsity Teams (6-12) include football and basketball with professional coaching. |
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Community & service
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Community & service Active Citizenship Program (ACP) is part of Students' Life, promoting community involvement. Scouts provide outdoor and group activities that support community-oriented experiences. | Community & service Service Learning is part of Wellspring's approach, enabling students to take action on community issues and connect classroom learning to real-world contexts. Overseas and local discovery field trips enhance language skills, independence, and cultural empathy as part of Wellspring's field-study programs. |
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional Student Council (SC) and Student Organization (SO) provide leadership opportunities. Prom Committee (PC) develops event planning and teamwork skills. Career Counseling and University Guidance assist with university planning and professional development. The Leadership Team (Board) is listed as a governing body of the school. | Leadership & professional The CCC Student Council and Mathaf Campus Student Government provide leadership opportunities. Mathaf Campus has upper elementary Student Representatives (grades 4–5) elected by peers to represent students in meetings. The CCC Student Council comprises class representatives and elected officers, coordinating events and activities. Elections determine the Student Council leadership each year. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing Support Counseling and Christian Life Counseling provide a student support system, with Catholic Priests available on campus for guidance. A Mental Health Club operates for student well-being (noted in News). The Afterschool Center offers study-group guidance and wellbeing-oriented programming to support learning habits. | Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing is a central school priority with a Whole-School approach. Physical Education is integrated across the IB framework (PSPE in PYP, PHE in MYP) and supports healthy lifestyles. After-school activities and varsity teams promote fitness and teamwork. Wellbeing activities include yoga, breathing techniques, counseling, and safeguarding initiatives, and the program participates in events such as the Beirut Marathon. |
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Language provision
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Language provision Arabic is taught in two program tracks: Lebanese Program (LP) and American Program (AP), with Arabic LP focusing on Modern Standard Arabic as the language of communication and grammar development, and Arabic AP integrating Arabic across the full schooling cycle to balance spoken and written language and to expand vocabulary. English is a dedicated language course across LP, AP, and DP, designed to develop proficient reading and writing and to support cross-curricular learning. French is taught with CECRL-aligned instruction to develop listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills, with DELF junior certification available for younger learners. In the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, French B and French ab initio are offered to develop intercultural communication, aligned with the DP curriculum. | Language provision All Wellspring students are required to take Arabic as a second language through MYP grade 10, with placement in Modern Standard Arabic or Arabic as a foreign language depending on MEHE regulations. Non-Lebanese students entering MYP Grade 6 may change their third language to Spanish, French, or Arabic through grade 12. French is the third foreign language and a requirement for all PYP students; the French curriculum is CELFA-approved, with certificates available from Institut Français du Liban. MYP or DP students may study Spanish as a third language from grades 6–12, with Cervantes certificates issued by Instituto Cervantes. |
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
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Awards
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Accreditations
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Accreditations Middle States Association Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) accreditation since 2009; International Baccalaureate (IB) World School authorized to offer the Diploma Programme (DP). | Accreditations — |
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Admissions
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Admissions — | Admissions 1. Application: Submit a completed application form and relevant documentation online to Wellspring's OpenApply page for the Mathaf Campus, which serves PYP ages 3–12. An application fee of USD 100 is non-refundable. Wellspring accepts new student applications year-round. The application is submitted through the school's online platform. 2. Application Review: After submission, the application is reviewed. Parents/guardians are notified whether they will be granted an interview. The decision to grant an interview does not guarantee acceptance. 3. Interview: New applicants must attend an interview after the files are submitted, and at least one parent should participate. The interview may involve assessing English literacy, Arabic literacy (for native speakers), and mathematics skills. The interview duration typically ranges from one to three hours, depending on grade level. 4. Acceptance: Acceptance decisions or updates on the application status are usually announced within seven school days of the interview. The school may offer the student under certain conditions, with notice provided to address needs before official acceptance. 5. Payment of Acceptance Fees: If accepted before June 1, the package includes an acceptance fee of USD 5,525, a Capital Development fee of USD 2,525, and the first USD 3,000 tuition payment, plus LBp 30 million to be deducted from LBp fees. The second tuition installment is due by June 1, and all fees are non-refundable. If accepted after June but before September 1, the same USD amounts apply with the LBp arrangement and the second installment due accordingly; all fees remain non-refundable. If accepted late after September 1, the USD acceptance fee reduces to USD 2,525 with the Capital Development fee and LBp adjustments, plus a pro-rated USD installment amount; all fees are non-refundable. |
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Scholarships
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Scholarships The school has a Financial Aid Office that offers tuition assistance by reductions in tuition fees. To apply, schedule an appointment with the social aid officer. Eligibility requires submitting a financial aid application, evidence of cleared tuition fees from previous years, and documentation including salary attestations for every employed family member, civil status documents, utility bills, bank statements, health insurance, and other requested items. Financial aid applications are valid for one academic year, and may be reviewed or withdrawn if information is incorrect or if need assessment changes; a home visit may be required. | Scholarships The school has a Student scholarship fund supported by donations. |
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Waitlist
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Waitlist Waiting List: Applicants may be placed on the admission waiting list when there are no vacancies in a specific grade level or program at the time of application, or if they submit a late application after July 15. | Waitlist The school maintains a waiting list. If an accepted student's payment is not received within five days of notification, the student's name may be moved to the waiting list. Parents are typically notified within a week after the interview whether the student will be accepted or placed on a waitlist. Acceptance decisions are usually communicated within seven school days of the interview, with waitlist considerations following when payment or placement cannot be finalized. |
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