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British International School Ghana

Ghana, Accra

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1000
Type Co-educational
Opened 2007
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, British Curriculum
Taught languages English
Strengths Cambridge Accredited Centre, UNESCO ASPnet School, Personalised Learning Approach
Clubs Co-curricular Activities, Sports, Arts
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

British International School Ghana (BIS) is a co-educational day and boarding school located in East Legon Hills, Greater Accra. Founded in 2007, the school serves students aged 1 to 18 across its Pre-school (Kiddie College), Primary, and Secondary departments. BIS follows the British National Curriculum and Cambridge International Examinations, preparing students for Cambridge Primary Checkpoint, IGCSE, and A Level qualifications. The school is a UNESCO ASPnet School and a Cambridge accredited centre.

The Essentials

British International School Ghana has 1,000 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
East Legon Hills, Greater Accra, Ghana.

Stages
Pre-school (Kiddie College) from age 1, Primary School, and Secondary School through to A Levels (age 18).

Type
Private co-educational day and boarding school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
A diverse community of students in Accra.

Additional learning support
The school takes a highly personalised approach to children's social, intellectual, moral, and physical development.

Country affiliation
Ghana. Cambridge International Examinations accredited centre (GH030). UNESCO ASPnet School.

Religious affiliation
Non-denominational. The school emphasises high moral values.

School day structure
Full school day programme. Both day and boarding options available.

Bus service
Not detailed on the website. Contact the school for transport arrangements.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is available for students alongside the day school option.

Uniform Requirement
Not detailed on the website. Contact the school for uniform policy information.

Food Options
Not publicly detailed. Contact the school for catering information.

House System
Not mentioned on the website.

Governance and Ownership
Privately owned co-educational institution established in 2007.
Fees
Fees are charged in US dollars. 50% of the fee is due on or before the first day of school, with the remaining 50% due by the end of the first month (5% service charge applies for this option). Contact the school for current fee schedules.
Academics

British International School Ghana teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, British Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
BIS follows the British National Curriculum for pre-school and the Cambridge International Examinations curriculum for primary and secondary education. Students are prepared for Cambridge Primary Checkpoint, Cambridge Secondary 1 Checkpoint, IGCSE, AS Level, and A Level examinations.

Student Teacher Ratio
The school emphasises small class sizes, though exact ratios are not published.

Exam Results
The school celebrates student achievements in IGCSE and A Level results. Specific results data is not publicly available.

Higher Education Progression
Students complete Cambridge A Level qualifications, which are internationally recognised for university entry worldwide.

Gifted and Talented
Not specifically detailed. The school takes a personalised approach to each child's development.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school takes a highly personalised approach to children's social development, creating an environment where they feel happy and safe.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Not specifically detailed on the website. Contact the school for SEN provision information.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Not specifically detailed. English is the language of instruction.

Mental Wellbeing
The school prioritises creating a safe and happy environment for all children.

Safeguarding
The school emphasises high moral values and the safety of its students.
Parent Experience

History
British International School Ghana was established in September 2007 in East Legon Hills, Greater Accra. It has grown to serve students from age 1 to 18 across three departments.

Community
BIS serves a diverse community in Accra, providing a broad and balanced education rooted in British values and the Cambridge international framework.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Not publicly detailed on the website.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is located in East Legon Hills and features world-class equipment and modern learning environments across its Pre-school, Primary, and Secondary departments.

Sports Facilities
Excellent sporting facilities are available, though specific details are not publicly listed.

Academic Facilities
The school is equipped with world-class technology and equipment to support the Cambridge curriculum.

Extra Curricular Facilities
A wide range of co-curricular activities are offered alongside the academic programme.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Cambridge examination preparation and academic enrichment activities support intellectual development.

Arts & Creative
Creative activities are part of the broad and balanced curriculum.

Cultural & Language
As a UNESCO ASPnet School, BIS promotes international understanding and cultural awareness.

Social & Hobbies
Co-curricular activities provide opportunities for social engagement and hobby development.

Community & Service
The school's UNESCO ASPnet status reflects its commitment to community engagement and global citizenship.

Leadership & Professional
Students develop leadership and professional skills through the school's holistic educational approach.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school creates an environment where children feel happy and safe, supporting their overall wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the primary language of instruction. Additional language offerings are not publicly detailed.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the language of instruction throughout the school.

Immersion Programs
Not specifically detailed on the website.
Reputation

Awards
Not publicly listed on the website.

Accreditations
Cambridge International Examinations accredited centre (centre number GH030). UNESCO ASPnet School.
Admissions

Admissions
The school accepts students from age 1 to 18. Admissions are managed through the school's admissions policy.

Scholarships
Not publicly detailed on the website.

Waitlist
Not publicly detailed. Contact admissions for availability.
School Events
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