The American Academy Nicosia vs The Junior and Senior School

	T The American Academy Nicosia Nicosia, Cyprus	T The Junior and Senior School Nicosia, Cyprus
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €5,230 - 9,165	Fees / year €8,200 - 9,400
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1922	Opened 1944
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The American Academy Nicosia is located at 3A Michael Parides Street, Ayios Andreas, Nicosia. It sits in the heart of Nicosia, Cyprus. The school is a private English Language school operating as a non-profit organization. It follows the English Curriculum, with local variations to provide the Cypriot Apolytirion certificate.	Location The Junior School is at Kyriakou Matsi Avenue, Ayioi Omoloyites, Nicosia (PO Box 23903, 1687 Nicosia, Cyprus). The Senior School is at 2 Romanou Street, Latsia, Nicosia (PO Box 25445, 2237 Nicosia, Cyprus). The two campuses are in the Nicosia area of Cyprus. A door-to-door bus service is provided by Hadjilykos & Sons Limited, with a Senior School shuttle service also available for students.
Stages	Stages Pre-School & Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary.	Stages Junior School for ages 3 to 12, following the National Curriculum for England for the Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and 2. Senior School for Key Stages 3 to 5, following the English National Curriculum; students are prepared for IGCSE and A Level examinations as well as the Apolytirion.
School type	School type Private English Language school; non-profit organization.	School type Private, not-for-profit school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school provides an in-school counseling team that supports students' social, emotional and personal development. A Pastoral Care Team provides ongoing guidance, and a dedicated educational psychologist supports learners through psychometric assessments and tailored interventions. A mentoring programme connects senior students with younger pupils to foster personal and academic growth.	Additional learning support The Junior and Senior School provide SEN and Inclusion support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEN/SEND) or English as an Additional Language (EAL). A SEN Coordinator is based at the Junior School and an Inclusions Manager at the Senior School, supported by Learning Support Assistants and liaison with external agencies. Admissions consider individual needs and provide appropriate adjustments in line with Cyprus and UK legislation.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Affiliates with the United States through Middle States Association (MSA) accreditation.	Country affiliation Cyprus
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school operates with a Christian ethos and Christian teachings are integrated into school life.	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Door-to-door bus service provided by Hadjilykos & Sons Limited; Senior School shuttle bus service also available. Bus information for 2025-26 and related booking forms are provided to applicants.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Published academic year - The following fee schedule is published for Academic Year 2024–2025 and is used below as the basis for all amounts, term dates and payment options referenced. Application / Registration fees - Registration (new students): EUR 1,000 (EUR 900 of this amount is credited toward the following year's tuition). - Reservation (returning students to secure a place): EUR 300 (credited toward the following year's tuition). - Entrance exam / placement test fee: EUR 90 (note: no charge for students progressing internally from Pre-school to Primary or Primary to Secondary). Tuition fees by year group (annual, term and monthly breakdown) - Pre-school (Nursery 1, Nursery 2, Reception) - Annual tuition: EUR 3,990 - Term breakdown: Term 1 EUR 1,550 ; Term 2 EUR 1,550 ; Term 3 EUR 890 - Alternative: 10 monthly payments of EUR 399. - Primary (Years 1–6) - Annual tuition: EUR 5,500 - Term breakdown: Term 1 EUR 2,200 ; Term 2 EUR 2,200 ; Term 3 EUR 1,100 - Alternative: 10 monthly payments of EUR 550. - Secondary — Gymnasium - Year 7: Annual EUR 6,000 — Term 1 EUR 2,450 ; Term 2 EUR 2,450 ; Term 3 EUR 1,100 ; 10 monthly payments EUR 600. - Year 8: Annual EUR 6,100 — Term 1 EUR 2,500 ; Term 2 EUR 2,500 ; Term 3 EUR 1,100 ; 10 monthly payments EUR 610. - Year 9: Annual EUR 6,500 — Term 1 EUR 2,650 ; Term 2 EUR 2,650 ; Term 3 EUR 1,200 ; 10 monthly payments EUR 650. - Secondary — Lyceum - Year 10: Annual EUR 7,150 — Term 1 EUR 2,900 ; Term 2 EUR 2,900 ; Term 3 EUR 1,350 ; 10 monthly payments EUR 715. - Year 11: Annual EUR 7,400 — Term 1 EUR 3,000 ; Term 2 EUR 3,000 ; Term 3 EUR 1,400 ; 10 monthly payments EUR 740. - Year 12: Annual EUR 7,630 — Term 1 EUR 3,100 ; Term 2 EUR 3,100 ; Term 3 EUR 1,430 ; 10 monthly payments EUR 763. - Year 13: Annual EUR 7,850 — Term 1 EUR 3,200 ; Term 2 EUR 3,200 ; Term 3 EUR 1,450 ; 10 monthly payments EUR 785. Term due dates and monthly schedule (as published for the stated academic year) - Term 1 due: 20.09.2024 - Term 2 due: 20.12.2024 - Term 3 due: 14.03.2025 - Option to pay by 10 equal monthly instalments (September–June) is shown in the published schedule. Other fees and typical extra costs - Development Fund / Fee: EUR 150 (sibling discounts apply). - Educational materials, activities and visits (advance payment added to Term 1): - Pre-school (Nursery & Reception): EUR 90 - Primary (Years 1–6): EUR 135 - Secondary Gymnasium (Years 7–9): EUR 150 - Secondary Lyceum (Years 10–13): EUR 165. - Transportation (contracted bus services within Greater Nicosia): - 10 months (September–June), Morning and Afternoon: total EUR 1,000 (split example published: EUR 600 due 06.09.2024 and EUR 400 due 06.12.2024) - 10 months, Morning or Afternoon: total EUR 600 (split example: EUR 350 due 06.09.2024 and EUR 250 due 06.12.2024). - Textbooks, exercise books, external examination fees and uniform costs are charged separately and are not covered by tuition discounts. Exact textbook and uniform lists/prices are provided per student each year. Boarding - The American Academy Nicosia is a day school; no boarding fees are published because boarding is not offered. Discounts and incentives - Alumni children: up to 10% discount. - Pre-payment incentive: 5% discount if the total tuition is paid in full before the published early‑payment deadline shown for the year (example published: payment in full before 20.09.2024). - Sibling discounts are available; families should consult the Finance Office for the exact application. Refund information and crediting of fees - Registration fee and reservation fee are credited toward the following year's tuition as published (registration: EUR 1,000 with EUR 900 credited; reservation: EUR 300 credited). - The published fee schedule does not set out a separate, detailed tuition‑refund timetable in the document provided; specific refund or withdrawal terms (for example conditions under which paid tuition is refunded after a student starts term) are handled under the school's finance/admissions procedures and by the school's Finance Office. Billing schedule, payment terms and consequences - Tuition may be paid in three termly instalments (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3) or by 10 monthly payments as published; the published term due dates for the referenced year are shown above. A prepayment incentive is published for payment in full by the early‑payment deadline. Students with outstanding balances are not guaranteed admission to the following academic year if amounts are not cleared by the published deadline. Fee payment options (how the school accepts payment) - Bank transfer (payments in Euros): Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank accounts are published with full IBAN and SWIFT details for payments to American Academy Nicosia Ltd. Parents must include the student's name and class year on payment slips. Example accounts as published: Bank of Cyprus IBAN CY51 0020 0123 0000 0001 0360 9200 (SWIFT BCYPCY2N) and Hellenic Bank IBAN CY71 0050 0116 0001 1601 2679 7301 (SWIFT HEBACY2N). - Card / online payments: the school publishes an online payments link (Viva Wallet) on its site for payments. Cards and electronic payments are available via the school's published payment channel and via the Finance Office arrangements. - Any bank charges are typically the payer's responsibility; payment descriptions should include the student's name and class year to ensure correct allocation. Notes on fee application - New students joining during a term are charged pro rata for the remainder of that term; after that term the standard annual fees apply. Tuition discounts do not apply to non‑tuition fees (uniform, textbooks, transport, external examinations, development/assessment fees). The school publishes an annual cap on tuition increases (not to exceed 5% per year except in exceptional circumstances).	Fee details Tuition fees — academic year 2026/27 - Early Years 2 and 3: Prepayment Fee €500; Autumn Term €2,000; Spring Term €2,000; Summer Term €2,000; Total €6,500. - Reception: Prepayment Fee €500; Autumn Term €2,433; Spring Term €2,433; Summer Term €2,434; Total €7,800. - Year 1: Prepayment Fee €500; Autumn Term €2,566; Spring Term €2,567; Summer Term €2,567; Total €8,200. - Year 2: Prepayment Fee €500; Autumn Term €2,623; Spring Term €2,623; Summer Term €2,624; Total €8,370. - Year 3: Prepayment Fee €500; Autumn Term €2,766; Spring Term €2,767; Summer Term €2,767; Total €8,800. - Year 4: Prepayment Fee €500; Autumn Term €2,783; Spring Term €2,783; Summer Term €2,784; Total €8,850. - Year 5: Prepayment Fee €500; Autumn Term €2,816; Spring Term €2,817; Summer Term €2,817; Total €8,950. - Year 6: Prepayment Fee €500; Autumn Term €2,866; Spring Term €2,867; Summer Term €2,867; Total €9,100. - Year 7: Prepayment Fee €700; Autumn Term €2,900; Spring Term €2,900; Summer Term €2,900; Total €9,400. - Year 8: Prepayment Fee €700; Autumn Term €2,900; Spring Term €2,900; Summer Term €2,900; Total €9,400. - Year 9: Prepayment Fee €700; Autumn Term €2,933; Spring Term €2,933; Summer Term €2,934; Total €9,500. - Years 10 and 11: Prepayment Fee €700; Autumn Term €2,950; Spring Term €2,950; Summer Term €2,950; Total €9,550. - Years 12 and 13: Prepayment Fee €700; Autumn Term €2,983; Spring Term €2,983; Summer Term €2,984; Total €9,650. IB Diploma surcharge (where applicable) - Year 12 IB surcharge: €7,700 (charged in addition to Year 12 tuition). - Year 13 IB surcharge: €7,500 (charged in addition to Year 13 tuition). - The School applies discounts on the IB surcharge for qualifying students (for example, continuation from Year 11 into Year 12). Application and one‑off fees - Application fee (one‑off, new students): €200. - Development fee (one‑off, paid at start of tuition): €800 (non‑refundable). - Voluntary Renovation fee: €600 (interest‑free loan payable in two instalments of €300; refundable on request when the student leaves). - Sports School fee (where entry criteria apply): €1,550 (covers athletes including post‑workout meal provision and three ergonomic tests per annum). - Laplet (one‑off for Years 5–10): €630; extended warranty for laplet €75. - Textbooks / e‑books (Years 7–13, per annum): estimated €150–€300. Other regular or optional charges - Administration charge for late payment: €50 per child per missed term deadline (may be applied at each term deadline; maximum €150 per academic year). - Sports School post‑workout training meals (approx.): included in the Sports School fee above as applicable. - Additional costs (trips, instrument hire, exam fees, after‑school clubs, canteen, bus fares, insurance, uniform replacements, etc.) are charged separately as required; indicative items are listed among miscellaneous charges. Billing schedule and payment terms - Prepayment Fee: due by 10 February 2026 for Year 7 and by 31 March 2026 for all other year groups. - Autumn term fee: due by 12 June 2026. - Spring term fee: due by 23 October 2026. - Summer term fee: due by 17 February 2027. - Termly invoices are issued approximately 2–3 weeks before each due date. Payments should be made termly unless the full year's fees are paid in advance. Payment methods and arrangements - Cash payments are not accepted. - Accepted payment methods: bank payments / online bank transfers to the School's bank accounts; JCC Smart online payments; standing orders. - Monthly payment option: by special request, term fees may be paid in ten monthly instalments (July–April). A processing fee of €150 applies for the monthly arrangement; this fee is payable in 10 equal instalments together with the School fees. A standing order must be set up and a copy supplied to the School. Refunds and notice of departure - The Prepayment Fee is non‑refundable and non‑transferable for any reason. - A full term's written notice is required to remove a student from the School. Failure to give the required notice renders parents/guardians liable for payment of the entire next term's fees. - Departing students who have settled tuition in full may be eligible for a refund based on the required notice period; any refund may be offset against outstanding charges (administration charges, after‑school club fees, afternoon activities, or other fees). - If the School implements remote (online) learning, tuition fees are not refundable for periods when learning is delivered online. - Payments received are first allocated to any administration charges and then to fees outstanding at the date of payment. Boarding - No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed; boarding is not offered and no boarding fees apply. Notes on discounts and joining mid‑year - Early‑payment discounts (if term fees are paid in full by the specified early dates) apply: typical examples are 5% for the first and second child if paid by the early deadline, smaller percentages for later payment dates; sibling discounts also apply (second child 10%, third+ child 30%) as detailed in the Fee Policy. - Students joining mid‑term before half‑term are charged the Prepayment Fee and the full term's fee; students joining after half‑term are charged the Prepayment Fee and 70% of the full term's fee.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement Uniform is required at The Junior & Senior School for both campuses. The Junior School uniform includes summer and winter options with grey/black bottoms and white polo shirts or dark green tops bearing the school logo, plus a P.E. kit; the Senior School uniform requires charcoal grey trousers/shorts for boys and skirts/trousers for girls, with a white polo shirt or formal shirt and the school logo; leadership roles may require a school blazer, and a Senior School blazer with white shirt and tie is not compulsory but may be required for special occasions.
Food options	Food options —	Food options Fresh, healthy food is available daily from the school canteens, with options including sandwiches and bakes, salads and sushi, pots with tops, savoury snacks, soups, and fresh fruit smoothies. The Kanpla app is used for ordering; EY–Year 1 orders are delivered to the classroom, while Years 2–13 orders are ready for pickup; pre-orders can be placed up to seven weeks in advance; allergy warnings can be added to accounts.
House system	House system —	House system The House System has four houses: Christodoulides (green), Gayford (yellow), Kenny (blue), and Stone (red). The system fosters individual strengths within a group and coordinates House sporting and charity events, encouraging leadership and cross-age collaboration.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school operates as a non-profit organisation. It is accredited by the Middle States Association (MSA).	Governance and ownership The Junior & Senior School is a not-for-profit organisation, run by a board of parent governors who are elected by parents.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school provides Pre-school, Primary and Secondary education following the English National Curriculum. It is certified by the Ministry of Education and Culture and provides students with the Cypriot Certificate of Completion of Secondary Education (Apolytirion). In Primary, Literacy uses the Oxford International Primary Literacy Curriculum and Maths uses Power Maths by Pearson. A Greek Curriculum is taught and students study Greek language, with foreign languages including French, Spanish or German. History and Geography follow the English National Curriculum and include Cyprus history and geography; STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) is integrated with ICT and Music. Developing Experts supports science learning across Key Stages 1 and 2.	Curriculum details The Junior School follows the National Curriculum for England for the Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and 2, for children aged 3 to 12. The Senior School continues with a programme based on the English National Curriculum for Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, and prepares students for IGCSE and A Level examinations as well as the Apolytirion. The Junior & Senior School is an IB World School authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme from September 2025. The Senior School Sports School was introduced in 2022, offering a curriculum that combines fitness and sports skills with academics and pastoral care in Cyprus. The school is a Microsoft Showcase School since 2018, and staff use technology in the classroom to differentiate lessons. The school provides an all-through education from ages 3 to 19.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results Academy students annually achieve high performance in external examinations. A comprehensive approach uses formative and summative assessment to support achievement of key skills and exam outcomes. The school's Pastoral Care and university/career guidance support prepare students for examinations and future pathways.	Exam results The school's students thrive in international as well as national examinations and competitions, achieving excellent results and receiving prestigious awards, enabling entrance to highly ranked universities and competitive courses across the UK, Europe and North America.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Our Pastoral Care Team provides university and career counselling. One-to-one meetings begin as early as Year 9 and continue through Year 13 to help students select optional subjects and plan university applications. Psychometric and cognitive ability tests support personalised progression planning and informed decision making.	Higher education progression Leavers move on to universities around the world, including the United Kingdom, Europe and North America.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school has a Pastoral Care Team that provides a framework of care and support for students within the multiethnic, multicultural community. They address social, emotional and personal needs to ensure every student can access learning opportunities. The team offers career counselling and guidance on university applications for senior students. Students and parents are encouraged to share concerns with Form or Subject teachers so issues can be resolved quickly and effectively by the Pastoral Care Team, maintaining a safe and supportive environment. The Mentoring Programme and the House System foster belonging and support social, intellectual, physical and personal development. Psychometric and cognitive ability tests are used to tailor growth, and an educational psychologist supports learners throughout their journey.	Social & emotional learning Pastoral care is central to The Junior and Senior School, emphasising relationships, well-being and personal, spiritual and moral development. In the Junior School, class teachers are supported by classroom assistants and Year Leaders who monitor each child's progress and wellbeing. In the Senior School, a Head of Year 7 ensures a smooth transition to secondary education, with Heads of Year, Form Tutors and the School Counsellor providing ongoing support through Year 13. The pastoral team works to ensure every student achieves their full potential in a safe and nurturing environment. The school also emphasises a community ethos through its house system, wide range of activities and commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) The Junior and Senior School is an equal opportunities establishment welcoming pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities or English as an Additional Language. The Junior School has a Special Educational Needs Coordinator and the Senior School has an Inclusions Manager who oversee Learning Support Assistants, liaise with external agencies and provide support, advice and in-house training to staff. Admission information requests and the assessment process include provision to accommodate SEN or EAL and to ensure appropriate educational opportunities. Provision for SEN(D) and EAL aligns with Cyprus and UK legislation.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language Children with English as an Additional Language are welcomed. Booster sessions in English are provided as part of induction for pupils with prior EAL needs. The school maintains dedicated SEN and Inclusions departments to support EAL and other needs and to ensure inclusive learning, in line with Cyprus and UK frameworks.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The Pastoral Care Team supports social and emotional wellbeing across the student body. The school provides in-school counseling and mentoring to help students manage stress, relationships and personal growth. The team coordinates with an educational psychologist to support mental wellbeing and welfare. One-to-one meetings with counselors help students plan their academic and personal paths. The House System and mentoring programme contribute to a supportive climate that fosters resilience and wellbeing. The environment is described as safe, secure and respectful, promoting wellbeing for students and staff alike.	Mental wellbeing The Junior and Senior School is committed to promoting mental health and wellbeing for the whole school community. Counselling services are provided by two licensed school psychologists on both sites, and there are School Counsellor Guidelines. A Mental Health and Wellbeing policy and related policies (including Anti-Bullying, Self-Harm, Suicide prevention and others) guide practice and safeguarding of students.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school maintains a safe, secure and supportive environment for all students. The Pastoral Care Team provides guidance to address concerns affecting welfare and safety. Students and parents are encouraged to share matters of concern with Form or Subject teachers so issues can be resolved quickly. The mentoring programme and House System support safeguarding by promoting belonging and peer support. Safeguarding standards are integrated with the school's pastoral framework and community engagement. An Educational Psychologist supports learner welfare as part of safeguarding.	Safeguarding The school has safeguarding arrangements with a defined safeguarding framework, including a Deputy Headteacher Pastoral and Designated Safeguarding Lead and a dedicated safeguarding team, plus a School Counsellor to support pupils. The Pastoral Care page details the safeguarding leads and safeguarding team responsible for keeping students safe in a nurturing environment.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The American Academy Nicosia operates Pre-School, Primary and Secondary education on a single campus in Ayios Andreas, Nicosia. The Premises offer well-equipped and stimulating classrooms. There is free-flow outdoor play in a secure garden area. An ICT lab supports ICT education and the Pre-School follows the English National Curriculum's Early Years Foundation Stage. The Extended Day Programme provides supervision and after-school activities.	Facilities overview The Junior School site is located on Kyriakou Matsi Avenue, Nicosia, and the Senior School site is at 2 Romanou Street, Latsia, Nicosia. The Main Building at the Junior School has 14 classrooms, and the Annex houses 24 classrooms, a large library, a staff room and a nurse's station. The Annex also includes a basement with a hall, two dedicated music rooms, offices and a fully equipped computer lab; classrooms have interactive whiteboards. The Senior School sits on landscaped grounds in Latsia with extensive sports facilities including tennis courts, a basketball, volleyball and futsal courts, an athletics track, a large swimming pool and an indoor gym. In 2019, an eight-classroom block was opened at the Senior School; the buildings also house computer suites, laboratories, a drama studio, a dance studio, music rooms, squash courts and a library, plus offices, a canteen and a nurse's station. The Senior School Library contains around 4,500 books, while the Junior School Library contains around 26,000 books.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school has a sports field on campus.	Sports facilities The Senior School facilities include tennis courts, basketball, volleyball and futsal courts, an athletics track, a large swimming pool and an indoor gym. The Junior School has sports equipment and extensive facilities including tennis courts, a running track, astro turf, basketball courts and an indoor hall. The Senior School Sports School, introduced in 2022, complements these facilities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The Premises offer well-equipped and stimulating classrooms. There is free-flow outdoor play in a secure garden area. An ICT lab supports ICT education. The Pre-School follows the English National Curriculum's Early Years Foundation Stage.	Academic facilities At the Junior School, the Main Building has 14 classrooms and the Annex provides 24 classrooms; the Junior School Library has around 26,000 books and a fully equipped computer lab in the Annex. The Annex includes a staff room, a nurse's station, and a basement hall, two dedicated music rooms, offices and a fully equipped computer lab. The Senior School opened eight additional classrooms in early 2019; the buildings also house computer suites, laboratories, a drama studio, a dance studio, music rooms, squash courts and a library; there are offices, a canteen and a nurse's station. The Senior School Library contains around 4,500 books.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The Secondary School offers clubs and a wide range of extracurricular opportunities. Extended Day Programme also provides after-school activities.	Extra curricular facilities Afterschool Activities provide a comprehensive range of artistic, dramatic, musical and sporting activities, with after-school sessions starting after the teaching day and including chess and language clubs. The school's choirs and orchestras organise annual concerts, and there is a musical production each year alternating between Junior and Senior age groups. The Duke of Edinburgh scheme, fencing, lifesaving, public speaking, and Junior Achievement are among activities, with many more. Some activities are provided by external providers such as language clubs, dance, acting and tennis.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The American Academy Nicosia first opened on October 16, 1922 as the American Academy for Girls, a day and boarding school with thirteen students. It relocated to its present premises outside the city walls in 1955 after World War II evacuations. In 1976 the school became independent from its founding mission with a board and in 1977 it became coeducational. The school now offers Pre-School, Primary and Secondary education and is accredited by the Middle States Association (MSA). A centenary book was published and a centenary celebration took place, marking the school's hundred-year history.	History The Junior School was established by the British Council in 1944 to provide a British-style education for expatriate children and local families seeking university entry in the UK. The Senior School was founded in 2003 to extend the education into secondary education. In 2007 the Senior School moved to a separate building, and in 2016 the current premises in Latsia were acquired, with the Junior School expanding in 2015 with a new Annex. The Junior and Senior School is a not-for-profit organisation governed by a Board of Governors elected from the parent body and one non-parent, with the educational senior management team responsible for day-to-day running. It educates international and Cypriot students since 1944 and is accredited by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, with inspections in 2016 and 2019; it has been a PGCE training school with the University of Sussex since 2018.
Community	Community The Graduates Network keeps alumni connected, sharing success stories and encouraging mentoring and involvement with current students, with benefits such as updates on school news and reunions. The school has celebrated its centenary with a dedicated centenary book and alumni events. The school hosts events such as the AAN MUN event in November and a Christmas Concert in December as part of its community life. Photo galleries and alumni activities reflect the school's long-running community memories.	Community The school promotes the fundamental values of democracy, respect and tolerance and fosters universal principles which enable pupils to contribute to their community and develop self-knowledge, self-esteem and self-confidence. Student voice is active in both the Junior and Senior Schools through Student Councils, with campaigns and activities such as environment and climate initiatives, energy-saving drives, and charitable collections. The Senior School Student Council is elected by year group and meets with staff weekly to support student representation. The School has a vibrant House System that encourages leadership and pupil voice, and it is an IB World School authorised to deliver the IB Diploma Programme since September 2025 and a Microsoft Showcase School since 2018.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association PTA activities include the PTA Christmas Wonderland/Bazaar, listed in the Academic Calendar for 2024-2025. The PTA fosters parent involvement and community across Pre-School, Primary and Secondary. The event supports school programs through fundraising and social engagement. The school calendar shows PTA-led events as part of the yearly program. The PTA is part of the school's broader family and community network.	Parent teacher association Parents participate through the PTA, which organises events bringing the whole school together. The Junior and Senior School PTAs have been very active over the years, promoting teamwork and parent–teacher involvement to improve the school community and student experience. The PTA supported recent enhancements such as the installation of new playground equipment. In accordance with the Private Schools Legislation of 2019, the Parent Association at the secondary school is being reconfigured and more information will soon be available on this website.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Pastoral Care Team provides academic guidance and personal support for all students. The team also offers university and career counselling for senior students. Psychometric and cognitive ability tests are used to tailor learning plans to individual strengths and needs. One-to-one meetings begin early to inform subject choices and future study paths, with mentorship supporting academic progress.	Academic & intellectual The Junior and Senior School is an IB World School authorised in September 2025 to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Years 12 and 13. Students thrive in international as well as national examinations and competitions, achieving excellent results and earning places at universities across the UK, Europe and North America. The Senior School follows the English National Curriculum for Key Stages 3–5 and prepares students for IGCSE, A Levels and the Apolytirion. The school is a Microsoft Showcase School, using technology to differentiate learning and engage students.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative The Junior and Senior School places art, music and drama at the heart of the curriculum. The school's choirs and orchestras organise annual concerts, and a musical production is staged each year alternating between the Junior and Senior age groups. Afterschool Activities provide a broad range of artistic and musical opportunities, alongside drama and performance, with chess and language-learning options. These opportunities enable students to perform, devise, compose and take on technical roles in theatre and concerts.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school has a multinational, multicultural environment. Greek is taught as part of the curriculum, and French, Spanish or German are offered as additional foreign languages.	Cultural & language Afterschool Activities include language learning. School trips are organised locally and abroad to broaden cultural understanding; recent destinations include New York, Barcelona, Strasbourg, Prague and Greece. The IB Diploma Programme nurtures curious, compassionate and open-minded learners and supports intercultural understanding as part of its framework.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The House System comprises four houses with designated House Captains from Years 11-13 who coordinate activities and represent their house. The system fosters leadership, social belonging, and teamwork through house events and competitions. The Mentoring Programme pairs senior students with younger peers to support social integration and personal development.	Social & hobbies There are extensive co-curricular opportunities after school, including chess and language learning. The school's choirs and orchestrass provide social and artistic engagement, with annual concerts and productions. A vibrant House System fosters student leadership, teamwork and social participation through House sporting events and charity activities. Senior School activities also include public speaking and other clubs to build confidence and collaboration.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service The House System coordinates charity events, fostering community involvement and social responsibility. School trips and global experiences contribute to service-minded leadership and cultural awareness. Pastoral care provides a supportive environment that helps students develop responsibility and community-minded values.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The House System and House Captains provide formal leadership opportunities for students. The Mentoring Programme develops leadership and peer-support skills, while the Pastoral Care Team provides career counselling and guidance for university applications.	Leadership & professional The House System provides opportunities to lead and coordinate activities, fostering leadership and voice across year groups. The Duke of Edinburgh scheme is offered at the Senior School. Public speaking is part of the extracurricular programme, along with the Junior Achievement entrepreneurship programme. These activities develop leadership and professional skills.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Pastoral Care Team programs support students' social, emotional, and personal needs, ensuring a safe and supportive school environment. Extended Day Programme offers after-school supervision with enriching activities, from crafts to interactive games, promoting well-being and social development.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sport is an integral and compulsory element of the curriculum, with a wide variety of sporting activities and competitive teams, many included in school fees. The timetabled Physical Education lessons are supported by a wide variety of sporting activities covered by the Afternoon Activities programme. Aspects of health related to exercise and healthy eating are covered in the Personal Social and Health Education (PSHE) curriculum at various stages during the pupils' primary and secondary education. The pastoral care emphasises relationships, wellbeing and personal, spiritual and moral development.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction for most subjects, following the National Curriculum of England. Greek is taught in ability-grouped classes at Advanced, Intermediate or Elementary level, with options including GCSE Greek Language or the Certification of the Knowledge of the Greek Language at A2 or B2 levels. All students also study French, Spanish or German as additional foreign languages; at Key Stage 3, students may take an external A1 language exam in the language of their choice. The school is certified by the Ministry of Education and Culture and awards the Cypriot Apolytirion (Certificate of Completion of Secondary Education).	Language provision English is the medium of communication. The Junior School teaches all subjects in English, with Greek taught as a separate language. Greek is delivered through tracks for non-native and native speakers: Greek as Foreign Language, Intermediate Greek, Mainstream Greek and Advanced Greek. The school follows the English National Curriculum across the Junior School (Early Years Foundation Stage to Key Stage 2) and the Senior School (Key Stages 3-5) with IGCSE and A Level and Apolytirion, and is IB World School authorised since September 2025 to offer the Diploma Programme.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The American Academy Nicosia is a private English-language school offering Pre-School, Primary and Secondary education for students aged 3–19, following the National Curriculum of England. It is certified by the Ministry of Education and Culture and provides the Cypriot Certificate of Completion of Secondary Education (Apolytirion). The school is non-sectarian Christian and includes Religious Studies. Admissions are handled by the Admissions Officer, Faye Avraamidou. The admissions process consists of: Pre-registration, Assessment, and Registration; Overseas applicants are supported by arranging the admissions process in the country of residence; Year 7 Entrance Exams are available with English and Maths components. Pre-registration requires completing a form on the school site; places for new students may be limited, and parents should contact the admissions office for current availability. Assessment is arranged by the admissions department and requires the child's most recent school report and any other information the Academy may request. Details by department: Pre-school & Kindergarten – Stay and Play session with a Pre-School teacher; Primary – interview and entrance tests in English and Mathematics; Secondary – interview and entrance tests in English and Mathematics, with an additional Greek examination for native Greek speakers (the Greek exam serves as a placement exam for Greek classes after English/Math tests). For Key Stage 4 & 5 there may be additional exams depending on IGCSE and A Level options. Registration occurs after assessment and interview; an acceptance letter is issued and there is a 5 working day window to register. Documentation required includes: birth certificate (in Greek or English), passport/ID copies for both parents and child, two passport photos, a recent utility bill, Health Letter and Vaccine Health Certificate (for Primary and Secondary students), completion of the registration form, completion of the contract form, copy of the latest English school report, completion of the Behavioural and SEN form, and a €1000 registration fee per child. Placement is not secured until a place is offered and step 3 of registration is completed. Overseas applicants are supported by arranging admissions in the country of residence. The address is 3A Michael Parides Street, Ayios Andreas, 1095 Nicosia. Contacts: Secondary: +357 22 664266; Primary: +357 22 053596; office: +357 22 669290. Book a tour is available through the site.	Admissions 1. Entry points and eligibility: The Junior & Senior School accepts applications for all year groups at any time of the year. Entry points by age (as of 1 September) are Early Years 2 (3 years old), Early Years 3 (4 years old), Reception (5 years old), Year 1 (6 years old), and Year 7 (11/12 years old). Deviation from these groups is considered only when transferring from another education system to ensure continuity or for particular academic reasons; written permission from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth and Sports may be required for placements outside the official guidelines. Applications may be accepted for entry at non-standard points depending on availability and the year-group admission criteria. 2. Application process: The school admits 96 children in each year group with four form groups of maximum 24; Early Years 2 has two form groups of maximum 20 and Early Years 3 has three form groups of maximum 24. Applicants must complete and return the application form with the relevant documentation and the non-refundable registration fee. Due to high demand, early submission is advisable, and families with siblings should apply by June 30th of the preceding academic year (for Early Years and Reception). In Year 7, external candidates should submit their applications at least one week before the entrance examination. 3. Assessment criteria: Early Years 2, 3 and Reception are assessed via an Autumn-term interview with an Early Years staff member, plus activities to profile attainment and aptitude, and a school report from the current school; a selection committee determines offers. Years 1–6 involve individual assessments including an interview and tests in English, Mathematics and non-verbal reasoning, plus a school report and reference. Year 7 external candidates take a computer-based entrance examination (usually held towards the end of March) comprising English Literacy, Quantitative Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning; the examination lasts about two hours. 4. Offers, acceptance, and terms: Offers are made in writing; the school is not obliged to state reasons for rejection or disclose examination marks. Acceptance must be confirmed within two weeks; if fees are not paid by the deadline, the offer may be withdrawn and reoffered to another applicant from the waiting list. The acceptance deposit is non-refundable; deferrals require a written request at least one month before the Autumn term. The school welcomes overseas applicants; submission of an up-to-date school report electronically is advised, with remaining documents provided upon arrival; additional assessments may be required for transfers from non-British systems. Oversubscription leads to a waiting list in order of application date, with priority given to siblings already at the School and other criteria considered as part of the assessment process. The School reserves a place for children of overseas embassy staff until May 1st of the preceding academic year if not claimed earlier. The School is inclusive of Children with Special Educational Needs/English as an Additional Language, with appropriate provisions and accommodations arranged as needed; all SEN/EAL/medical needs must be disclosed on the application form. 5. Additional notes: Applicants' SEN/EAL/medical needs must be disclosed; the School may request resources to meet needs, and if information is not disclosed and later discovered, the School may request withdrawal. Contact the Registrar for further details.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Scholarships are discretionary and awarded to high achieving students as they join the Senior School in Year 7 or later; the programme recognises excellence in music, arts, sport and other extracurricular activities and social engagement through the Sursum Corda for internal candidates, as well as academic excellence through scholarships for internal and external candidates based on ranking from exams. Bursaries are means-tested financial support for eligible families, available to existing students who meet the academic standards for entry and usually awarded for a short period.
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist If oversubscribed, a waiting list is used in order of date of application to allocate places. Priority is given to applicants with siblings already at the School, and this prioritisation takes into account the assessment status and other criteria. The School may reserve places for overseas embassy staff until May 1 of the preceding academic year if not claimed earlier.
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