Compare IB Curriculum International Schools in Ivory Coast

Instructs in French, English

Ages 16 - 18 years

Fees F CFA 1,859,000 - 2,979,000

Pupils 7000

Type Co-educational

Enko Abidjan Riviera is an international IB school in Angré, Abidjan. It is authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization to offer the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). Since September 2023, the Riviera campus also provides preschool and primary, creating a continuous international pathway from early years through DP. The program is bilingual, with a Francophone core and strengthened English instruction; wifi-enabled classrooms support digital learning. From Grade 1, students select an education profile aligned with their plans—Pure and Applied Sciences, Health Sciences, Business, and International Engagement—preparing them for universities and grandes écoles. Enko Abidjan is part of Enko Education and a SEBIQ member; Sokona KONE is Head of School. The school emphasizes a learner-centered, autonomous approach, aided by a hybrid teaching model. Extracurriculars include Coding and Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Traditional Dances, adding to the 2024-2025 Riviera program. The campus emphasizes safety, inclusivity, and university preparation.

Location

Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. Riviera campus: Riviera Golf, Carrefour M'Pouto/Sol Béni, near the Lebanese embassy residence. Angré campus: Cocody Angré, Blvd du nouveau CHU, Abidjan.

Stages

Kindergarten and Primary at Riviera; MYP 1–5 and DP 1–2 at Abidjan Riviera and Angré campuses.

Type

International school offering IB programmes; authorized to deliver the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). Since September 2023 Riviera also offers kindergarten and primary.

Additional learning support

Tutoring is available at both Riviera and Angré sites.

Country affiliation

Côte d'Ivoire

Bus service

The school provides a reliable transport service tailored to students' needs, with safe door-to-door journeys from home to school and back.

Application / registration fees
- Enrolment (registration) fee: 150,000 FCFA if paid before the deadline; 200,000 FCFA if paid after the deadline.
- Re‑registration fee (when applicable): 100,000 FCFA if paid before the deadline; 150,000 FCFA if paid after the deadline.
- Innovation & Learning contribution: 50,000 FCFA for one child; 80,000 FCFA when more than one child is enrolled. These contribution fees are non‑refundable.

Tuition fees by year group (annual totals and three‑installment breakdown)
- TPS to MS (early years): Annual tuition (paid in full at registration) 1,859,000 FCFA. Three‑installment option: 743,600 FCFA at registration; 743,600 FCFA due before 01/12/2025; 371,800 FCFA due before 01/03/2026. (Registration fee is charged in addition to these amounts.)
- GS to Primary: Annual tuition (paid in full at registration) 2,059,000 FCFA. Three‑installment option: 823,600 FCFA at registration; 823,600 FCFA due before 01/12/2025; 411,800 FCFA due before 01/03/2026. (Registration fee is charged in addition to these amounts.)
- 6ᵉ to 4ᵉ (MYP1 to MYP3): Annual tuition (paid in full at registration) 2,380,000 FCFA. Three‑installment option: 952,000 FCFA at registration; 952,000 FCFA due before 01/12/2025; 476,000 FCFA due before 01/03/2026. (Registration fee is charged in addition to these amounts.)
- 3ᵉ to MYP5 (MYP4 & MYP5): Annual tuition (paid in full at registration) 2,763,000 FCFA. Three‑installment option: 1,105,200 FCFA at registration; 1,105,200 FCFA due before 01/12/2025; 552,600 FCFA due before 01/03/2026. (Registration fee is charged in addition to these amounts.)
- 2nde (outside IB) to Terminale (FYP to DP): Annual tuition (paid in full at registration) 2,979,000 FCFA. Three‑installment option: 1,191,600 FCFA at registration; 1,191,600 FCFA due before 01/12/2025; 595,800 FCFA due before 01/03/2026. (Registration fee is charged in addition to these amounts.)
- Family discount: 2.5% reduction on total tuition for families with two enrolled children; 5% reduction for families with three or more enrolled children.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Two primary billing options: full payment at registration, or payment in three instalments with due dates at registration, before 01/12/2025, and before 01/03/2026 (dates shown on the school fee schedule). Registration fees are added on top of the tuition totals.
- Accepted methods: bank transfer, bank deposit, or cheque. Payments must include the reference: student surname, given name and class; proof of payment must be provided to the admissions/finance department as instructed by the school.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not offered at this campus; the school operates as a day (externat) school, so boarding fees are not applicable.

Other compulsory and optional fees and typical amounts
- DP2 (IB Diploma) examination fees: 650,000 FCFA (obligatory and charged as indicated by the school).
- Uniforms and related clothing: primary uniform items typically 7,000 FCFA per polo/bermuda/skirt; other garments (pulls, cardigans) around 25,000 FCFA; sportswear 10,000–15,000 FCFA depending on level; secondary uniform material and badges priced per the published list.
- Books and learning resources: nursery/early years books approx. 15,000 FCFA; primary books approx. 25,000 FCFA; additional textbook and supplies lists and prices are communicated separately.
- Mandatory or strongly recommended secondary items: school‑required digital resources (Youscribe) 75,000 FCFA; computer for new secondary students 395,000 FCFA (school offers the computer price payable in three monthly instalments).
- Annual pedagogical outings: primary approx. 50,000 FCFA; secondary approx. 80,000 FCFA.
- Canteen: charged per term; typical amount shown is 150,000 FCFA per term.
- Extracurricular activities: indicated as optional and billed annually; example amount 300,000 FCFA per activity per year.
- School transport: annual rates listed (example: Abidjan Sud & Bingerville 750,000 FCFA; Cocody 680,000 FCFA).

Refund information
- Registration (enrolment) fees and the Innovation & Learning contribution are non‑refundable. Other refund rules (for tuition or other items) are governed by the school's finance policy and must be handled through the school's finance department.

Fee payment options and instructions
- Payment methods accepted: bank transfer, bank deposit, or cheque. Payments must include the payment reference (student surname, given name, class) and proof of payment must be submitted to the admissions/finance department by the provided school email. Specific bank account details are provided by the school for bank transfers and deposits.

Curriculum

Enko Abidjan is authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization to offer the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). The MYP serves students from MYP1 (Grade 6) to MYP5 (Grade 10); the DP serves DP1 (Grade 11) to DP2 (Grade 12). Since September 2023, Enko Abidjan Riviera offers preschool and primary levels, enabling a continuous international education pathway. The preschool and primary program fosters curiosity and creativity, learning through collaboration with teachers and peers to plan, present, and assess learning; students are encouraged to reflect on real-world questions and to develop strong communication skills. Subjects are taught under IB frameworks (MYP and DP). The Enko Abidjan difference includes an IB-certified Diploma Programme, a learner-centered approach, bilingualism: a francophone program with strengthened English courses, strong preparation for university or grandes écoles, and wifi-enabled classrooms. From Grade 1, students choose an education profile aligned with their study plans, with four profiles offered: Pure and Applied Sciences, Health Sciences, Business, and International Engagement. Enko Abidjan is a proud member of the SEBIQ network, supporting education to IB standards.

Higher Education Progression

Excellent preparation for entry to university or grandes écoles.

Gifted and Talented

Member of the SEBIQ network.

Academic & Intellectual

The school offers coding and artificial intelligence, animation drawing initiation, and robotics as extracurricular activities to develop digital and analytical skills. Students work on hands-on projects that build problem-solving and technical thinking. These activities are part of the 2024-2025 Riviera extracurricular program. They complement the normal curriculum and prepare students for further study in STEM.

Arts & Creative

Traditional dances provide cultural expression, while Enko Art fosters visual creativity and artistic practice. Music lessons offer opportunities to learn and perform music. The program also includes animation-related art activities such as initiation to animated drawings.

Cultural & Language

Enko Abidjan offers bilingual education with a French-speaking program and enhanced English courses. The Enko Abidjan approach emphasizes bilingualism and language development as core features. Multilingualism is promoted within the Enko Education network to prepare students for a global context.

Social & Hobbies

The extracurricular catalog includes a broad range of sports such as basketball, football, swimming, self-defense, and taekwondo. The program also features school-wide challenges like Defi École to foster teamwork and strategic thinking. Activities take place after school, supported by partnerships with local providers. These options encourage healthy, active lifestyles.

Community & Service

First aid training (Secourisme) is offered as an extracurricular activity. Trips include an Excursion to Ghana and an Enko school trip, together with a World Volunteers program that involves community service and social action. These activities develop social responsibility and global citizenship.

Leadership & Professional

Champions Club fosters leadership development and personal growth. Etiquette courses build professional comportment and social skills, while reinforcement courses support targeted learning and academic growth. The program also emphasizes personal development and service-oriented activities that prepare students for future leadership roles.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Dance and performing arts include Traditional Dances, Enko Art, and Music, supporting creativity and cultural expression. The extracurricular catalog also includes visual arts and animation-related activities, contributing to wellbeing and balanced development. Health, fitness, and teamwork are reinforced through sport options and after-school clubs.

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Enko Riviera International School

Enko Riviera International School is an Enko Education international day school in the Riviera M'Pouto area of Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, delivering the International Baccalaureate continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). The Riviera campus is organised for maternelle and primary (PYP), collège (MYP) and lycée (IBDP) stages and operates a bilingual model of instruction in English and French. The school's programme includes standard IB subject options in English and French and offers language pathways at both French and English levels. Extracurricular provision is broad and includes coding and robotics, music and arts, and sports such as football, basketball, taekwondo and swimming; some sporting activities are delivered in partnership with external venues (for example Ivoire Sport Center), and the campus provides services such as a school canteen. Enko Riviera is part of the Enko Education network and runs a university guidance programme that begins in Grade 10.

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Groupe Scolaire l'Ardoise

Instructs in French, English

Ages 1 - 18 years

Fees F CFA 995,000 - 2,450,000

Type Co-educational

Groupe Scolaire L'Ardoise is a private bilingual school in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, founded in 1985 by Madame Yvonne Kei Boguinard. The school offers education from nursery through secondary level with a French curriculum enhanced by intensive English instruction.

Location

The school is located in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.

Stages

The school is structured into Crèche (Nursery), Maternelle (Kindergarten), Primaire (Primary), Collège (Middle School), and Lycée (Secondary/High School).

Type

Groupe Scolaire L'Ardoise is a private co-educational bilingual day school.

Country affiliation

The school follows the French curriculum and has partnerships with the French Ministry of Education and CNED Afrique.

Bus service

Transport services are available for students.

Application and admission fees

- Registration / application fee (Frais d'inscription): XOF 10,000 payable at registration.
- Entry / placement test (applies to new entrants from CP and for some secondary admissions): XOF 15,000 (payable at administration).

Tuition fees by year group (annual total and instalment schedule as listed)

- Programme bilingue (maternelle / primaire) — Crèche, TPS, PS, MS:
- Annual tuition (total): XOF 995,000.
- Instalment breakdown (amounts presented in the school's payment schedule in the order shown: amount due at inscription/réinscription; then the monthly instalments): XOF 100,000; XOF 200,000; XOF 130,000; XOF 130,000; XOF 120,000; XOF 120,000; XOF 100,000; XOF 95,000.

- Programme bilingue (maternelle → primaire) — Grande Section (GS) to CM2:
- Annual tuition (total): XOF 1,180,000.
- Instalment breakdown (in the same order as listed): XOF 100,000; XOF 200,000; XOF 160,000; XOF 160,000; XOF 160,000; XOF 150,000; XOF 150,000; XOF 100,000.

- Programme classique (maternelle / élémentaire) — Passerelle, PS, MS:
- Annual tuition (total): XOF 695,000.
- Instalment breakdown (as listed): XOF 75,000; XOF 125,000; XOF 100,000; XOF 90,000; XOF 85,000; XOF 80,000; XOF 70,000; XOF 70,000.

- Programme classique (élémentaire) — GS to CM2:
- Annual tuition (total): XOF 725,000.
- Instalment breakdown (as listed): XOF 75,000; XOF 125,000; XOF 100,000; XOF 90,000; XOF 90,000; XOF 85,000; XOF 80,000; XOF 80,000.

- Lycée International / Secondaire (annual totals and instalment sequences listed by class):
- 6ème / 5ème — Annual tuition (total): XOF 1,800,000. Instalment sequence (in the order shown): XOF 250,000; XOF 250,000; XOF 250,000; XOF 250,000; XOF 250,000; XOF 250,000; XOF 250,000; XOF 150,000; XOF 150,000.
- 4ème / 3ème — Annual tuition (total): XOF 1,900,000. Instalment sequence (as listed): XOF 250,000; XOF 300,000; XOF 300,000; XOF 250,000; XOF 250,000; XOF 250,000; XOF 150,000; XOF 150,000.
- Seconde (CNED inclus) — Annual tuition (total): XOF 2,350,000. Instalment sequence (as listed): XOF 300,000; XOF 350,000; XOF 350,000; XOF 350,000; XOF 300,000; XOF 300,000; XOF 250,000; XOF 150,000.
- Première / Terminale (CNED inclus where indicated) — Annual tuition (total): XOF 2,450,000 (example shown for Première/Terminale). Instalment sequence (as listed): XOF 300,000; XOF 450,000; XOF 350,000; XOF 350,000; XOF 300,000; XOF 300,000; XOF 200,000; XOF 200,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Billing method: annual tuition is presented as an annual total and is payable in instalments according to the school's published payment schedule (payments include an initial amount at inscription/réinscription followed by the listed instalments). Payments must be made by the deadlines given in the school schedule.
- Payment deadline: payments must be made no later than the 5th day of the current month.
- Sibling discount: a reduction of 5% on tuition is applied when three children or more are enrolled (conditions apply; certain categories are excluded from the reduction).
- Installments, arrears and year liability: any amount paid is generally non‑refundable and non‑transferable; any school year once started is considered fully due. Ancillary fees and registration fees are non‑refundable. Parents must be up to date with accounts to re‑register a child.

Boarding / pension

- Boarding is not listed among the school's services; no boarding or boarding fees are specified. The school's additional services instead list transport, canteen, garderie and extracurricular activities.

Other costs and recurring fees

- Ancillary (fees payable at registration):
- Maternelle (kit and ancillary items): XOF 120,000.
- Elémentaire (CP to CM1): XOF 110,000.
- CM2 (when specified): XOF 115,000 (covers cards, uniform kit, BCD participation, booklets, exam rights where applicable).
- Garderie (daycare / after‑school care): Day: XOF 8,000; Week: XOF 25,000; Month: XOF 90,000.
- Transport (school bus):
- Registration fee for transport: XOF 10,000.
- Example route monthly fares shown (varies by number of trips): single journey monthly examples XOF 30,000–33,000; two‑trip options XOF 38,000–40,000 (specific route pricing depends on chosen service).
- Cantine (school meals):
- Registration fee for cantine: XOF 10,000.
- Monthly canteen options: XOF 35,000 per month (3 meals/week option shown); XOF 40,000 per month (4 meals/week); XOF 45,000 per month (5 meals/week).
- Extracurricular / paid clubs: football, natation, piano, kung‑fu, taekwondo, tennis, danse, guitare, échecs and other clubs — fees vary; the school lists these as paid activities with fees available at the school office/secretariat.
- Exam fees (secondary / lycée): fees for national and external exams are charged in addition to tuition (examples: Diplôme National du Brevet, Baccalauréat and anticipatory exam fees — specific amounts are itemised and payable by the deadlines shown).

Refund and cancellation policy (fee‑specific)

- General rule: amounts paid (tuition instalments, registration and ancillary fees) are neither refundable nor transferable to another child. Ancillary fees and registration fees are non‑refundable. Any school year once started is fully due. Parents must be in good standing with the accounting office to re‑register.

Fee payment options and banking details (methods accepted)

- Accepted methods: cash at the school accounting office; cheque payable to “L'ARDOISE”; WAVE mobile payments via the school's payment module (transaction fees may apply); bank transfer to the school's accounts. When a transfer or bank deposit is made, parents are asked to transmit payer name, pupil class and nature of fees to the phone number given by the school. Add applicable stamp/transaction charges where requested.
- Bank details (accounts quoted for payments in CFA / XOF): Bank of Africa (BOA) account and IBAN and SWIFT are provided for payments in XOF; a UBA account is also referenced for deposits — parents are asked to confirm and follow the school's instructions when making transfers. The school requests that transaction fees (example: WAVE) and any bank stamp fees be added to the deposited amount.

If you will enter these figures into an external database, use the annual totals and the explicit instalment sequences shown above as the school's published billing schedule for each programme and class.

Uniform Requirement

Uniform is mandatory for all students. The top is white with the school macaron and the bottom is navy blue; for preschool, aprons are added. A uniform kit includes three school outfits, one sports outfit, and two aprons, included in the extra fees.

Food Options

The canteen offers meal plans with three, four, or five meals per week. Monthly fees are 35,000 FCFA for 3 meals, 40,000 FCFA for 4 meals, and 45,000 FCFA for 5 meals.

Governance and Ownership

The school is owned by Groupe Scolaire L'Ardoise SARL, a private limited liability company. It is headquartered in Abidjan, Cocody Riviera III. The company is registered with CEPICI as a SARL, with capital of 10,000,000 FCFA and the official address in Abidjan Cocody Riviera III.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school provides a structured environment that supports students across ages, with a focus on routines, supervision, and social development in a bilingual setting.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

External information about specific SEN provisions is not provided on the site.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school operates a bilingual programme, with intensive English in the current bilingual track for the 2025-2026 year. English is taught as part of the bilingual curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing provisions are not described on the site.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding policies are not described on the site.

Facilities Overview

The school has a Centre de Documentation et d'Information (CDI/Library).

Academic Facilities

The CDI serves as the library and information center for research, documentation and borrowing; access is for students from 6e to Tl, with primary and kindergarten having a BCD and Marmothèque for younger readers. The CDI offers novels, tales, fables, plays, and poetry, including European and African literature, plus textbooks, encyclopedias, and materials in other languages (English, German, Spanish, Chinese, Portuguese, Latin, Greek). A computer room provides a quiet, individual workspace for students, teachers and staff with posted rules. The school offers three curricula: Ivoirien Program, French program, and English Program ( Intensive English); the English program features an International Baccalaureate component and the school is pursuing IB authorization.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Multiple clubs and activities are available for students.

Language Provision

French is the primary language of instruction. English is offered intensively as part of the bilingual programme. Spanish and German are also taught.

Bilingual Teaching

The school implemented a bilingual programme in 2016 at kindergarten and primary levels. Bilingual students receive 8 hours of English instruction per week alongside the French curriculum.

Immersion Programs

English Program: IB is offered; L'Ardoise is a Middle Years Program candidate school and is seeking authorization as an IB World School. The English program provides immersion in English as part of the curriculum. The school also offers the Ivorian Program and the French program. The Mixed French Program emphasizes scientific reasoning, discoveries and inventions.

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International Community School of Abidjan

Pupils 500

The International Community School of Abidjan (ICSA) is a non‑profit international day school in Riviera (Off Boulevard Arsène Usher, Assouan Road), Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, serving children from Pre‑Kindergarten (age 4) through Grade 12. ICSA implements the International Baccalaureate curriculum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) is authorised, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) is in candidacy and Grades 11–12 follow the authorised IB Diploma Programme (DP); students may graduate with an ICSA high‑school diploma and/or the IB Diploma. The language of instruction is English; French is taught to all students from Kindergarten through Grade 10 (grouped by ability), Spanish is offered in Grades 9–10 and multiple DP language options are listed. The school publishes on‑site facilities and services including a library of over 17,000 items, a health clinic staffed by nurses and daily meals prepared on site by Servair, and a range of co‑curricular programmes (athletics, aquatics, music, clubs). ICSA also emphasises community engagement, EAL/learning support and technology integration as part of its programme.

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Compare IB Curriculum International Schools in Ivory Coast

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Governance and Ownership

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Higher Education Progression

Gifted and Talented

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

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