doris
doris
Find Schools
Events
Saved schools
My account
Parent Guide Parent testimonials Community Transparency Charter About For Schools
Currency
L

Lincoln Community School

Ghana, Accra

Save school
Share
Navigate

· Reviewed by · Co-founder & CEO

Independently researched by doris.
Not yet claimed by the school
Claim your profile
The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees GHS 14,700 - 41,789
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 565
Type Co-educational
Opened 1968
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum
Taught languages French, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Lincoln Community School is an IB World School and non‑profit international school located in Abelemkpe, Accra, Ghana. The school delivers the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme alongside an American curriculum, with U.S. standards guiding learning across grades. The campus features two libraries, a dedicated Elementary building (Akyedeɛ) opened in 2021 and a Secondary building (Nilee) opened in 2024, plus a Makerspace with laser printers and 3D printing for project‑based work. Students pursue inquiry through the IB framework, with service learning embedded across ECC to Grade 12, and rich opportunities in arts, sport and community engagement. The arts program includes music, drama, film and IB Art Show, supported by a black box theatre and a concert venue. Athletics span swimming, basketball, soccer and volleyball. Diverse international families contribute to a vibrant, collaborative culture that prepares students for higher education worldwide. Classrooms emphasize inquiry, collaboration and global citizenship.

The Essentials

Lincoln Community School has 565 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located at 126/21 Reindolf Road, Abelemkpe, Accra, Ghana, West Africa. The campus includes a three-story elementary building opened in 2021, as part of a redevelopment plan approved by the Board of Trustees. The school sits in the Abelemkpe neighbourhood of Accra, serving a cosmopolitan community.

Stages
The school is a Pre-K through 12th Grade international school offering the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme.

Type
The school is an IB World School and operates as a non-profit international school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Approximately 600 students; 60+ nationalities represented; over 70 languages spoken.

Additional learning support
Learning support is provided; English as an Additional Language (EAL) is available for Grades 1-10 with specialist consultation in Grades 11-12. An Individual Learning Plan (ILP) is used for longer-term support.

Country affiliation
Ghana

Bus service
The school offers a bus service; a bus fee is listed in the Fees page.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
PE shirts and shorts, and House T-shirts are available at the Spirit Store; PE shirts are also available at the school store; sports uniforms are not included in tuition.

Food Options
Cuisine by Paloma is the primary on-campus food services provider; lunches can be pre-ordered weekly and students can also buy food and snacks on the day.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a nine-member Board of Trustees; four are elected by parents, two are appointed by the Board, and three are appointed by the U.S. Ambassador. The Board establishes policies, maintains the long-term financial plan and annual budget, hires and evaluates the Head of School, and ensures alignment with the Mission; four committees (Finance, Trusteeship, Facilities, Executive) support governance.
Fees

Annual tuition at Lincoln Community School ranges from GHS 14,700 to GHS 41,789 for 2026/27.

Application & Initial Fees

- Online application fee: USD 200 payable at time of submission. Payment may be made by debit card, credit card, wire transfer, online payment systems, or in person at the Business Office if paying from Ghana.
- Registration fee for new students (one-time, non‑refundable):
- Pre‑Kindergarten 1 and 2: USD 2,500 on entry (an additional USD 7,500 becomes due when the student advances to Kindergarten).
- Kindergarten through Grade 12: USD 10,000.
- Parents registering more than two children receive a 50% registration discount after the second child.

Annual Tuition — amounts by year group (2025/26 and 2026/27 school years)

- 2025/2026 annual tuition (USD):
- Pre‑Kindergarten 1: USD 10,000 (introductory offer valid until June 1, 2025).
- Pre‑Kindergarten 2: USD 16,652.
- Kindergarten: USD 23,777.
- Grades 1–5: USD 24,511.
- Grades 6–8: USD 26,155.
- Grades 9–10: USD 27,712.
- Grades 11–12: USD 29,009.

- 2026/2027 annual tuition (USD):
- Pre‑Kindergarten 1 & 2: USD 16,985.
- Kindergarten: USD 23,252.
- Grades 1–5: USD 25,001.
- Grades 6–8: USD 26,678.
- Grades 9–10: USD 28,266.
- Grades 11–12: USD 29,589.

Per‑semester (term) amounts — method of presentation

- The school bills on a two‑semester schedule. First Semester fees (including full Maintenance Fee) become due on June 3, 2026; Second Semester fees become due by October 2, 2026. Where per‑semester figures are required, the standard interpretation below shows each semester payment as one half of the annual tuition (annual tuition ÷ 2) unless an alternative installment plan has been agreed with the Business Office. The semester due dates and currency/payment rules are listed below.

- Example per‑semester amounts (calculated as half of the 2026/2027 annual tuition figures above):
- Pre‑K 1 & 2: USD 8,492.50 per semester (USD 16,985 ÷ 2).
- Kindergarten: USD 11,626 per semester (USD 23,252 ÷ 2).
- Grades 1–5: USD 12,500.50 per semester (USD 25,001 ÷ 2).
- Grades 6–8: USD 13,339 per semester (USD 26,678 ÷ 2).
- Grades 9–10: USD 14,133 per semester (USD 28,266 ÷ 2).
- Grades 11–12: USD 14,794.50 per semester (USD 29,589 ÷ 2).
(These per‑semester numbers are derived by dividing the published annual tuition by two and are presented here to show how semester billing translates into roughly equal installments.)

Maintenance, Reservation & Returning‑student fees

- Maintenance fee: USD 2,000 per student per annum (billed to all students).
- Reservation fee for returning students: non‑refundable USD 500 payable by March 1 prior to re‑enrollment; this USD 500 is credited against the tuition invoice.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Semester due dates (example for 2026/27): First Semester fees (including full Maintenance Fee) due on June 3, 2026; Second Semester fees due by October 2, 2026. Tuition is quoted in US Dollars for foreign nationals; payments may be made in US Dollars or Ghana Cedi at a rate advised by the Business Office and based on the Bank of Ghana reference rate. The school does not accept cash for tuition payments.
- Accepted payment methods for tuition and annual fees: checks, direct deposit, and wire transfers into the School's accounts. Wire transfer instructions should include the student's name so payments can be matched; any transfer/collection charges are passed on to the payer. Returned checks incur a penalty of USD 100. The school requires proof of payment (deposit slip or transfer authorization) for receipt issuance.
- Application fee payment methods (distinct from tuition): the online application fee (USD 200) may be paid by debit/credit card, wire transfer, online payment systems, or in person at the Business Office (if in Ghana).

Late payment penalties & exclusion for non‑payment

- Overdue fees attract interest of 2% per month on each semester's outstanding balance. Students may be excluded from classes if overdue amounts are not settled, unless a separate negotiated arrangement is in place. Returned check penalty: USD 100. Transfer/collection charges for bank payments are passed on.

Late entry / pro‑rata rules

- Application, Registration, and Maintenance fees are payable in full for late entry students.
- Students enrolling within 60 calendar days of the school year start are generally charged the full annual tuition. Different pro‑rata calculations apply depending on the timing of enrolment (e.g., 1/180th of the annual tuition per day for very late second‑semester entry, 50% of annual tuition for certain mid‑year entry windows). Specific late‑entry rules and formulas are applied according to the school's published schedule.

Refunds for withdrawals

- Refunds require written notification at least 10 days before the student's last day of attendance and follow the Board Policy refund schedule:
- Withdrawal within the first 30 calendar days of the first semester: refund of 80% of annual tuition.
- Withdrawal after 30 up to 60 calendar days of the first semester: refund of 50% of annual tuition.
- Withdrawal after 60 days of the first semester or before 30 calendar days after the start of the second semester: refund of 25% of annual tuition.
- Withdrawal within the last 60 calendar days of the school year: refund of 10% of annual tuition.
- For refund calculations, “annual tuition” refers to tuition only; no refunds are available for Application, Maintenance, Registration, Reservation, or bus fees. No refunds are available in cases of temporary school closure due to evacuation by a diplomatic mission, business, or force majeure.

Exam fees and other excluded costs

- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma examination fees are billed separately when they become due; these are not included in tuition and vary by student depending on subject choices.
- Other costs not included in tuition and billed separately include:
- Field trips (including trips outside Ghana).
- Sports uniforms and replacement house T‑shirts.
- Printed yearbooks.
- Any other optional activities or materials that are specifically quoted separately.

Boarding

- Lincoln Community School operates as a day school; boarding facilities are not applicable.

Fee payment contacts and instructions

- For payment enquiries and bank account/payment instruction details, contact the Business Office at the school email address provided by the school's admissions and business contacts. Checks should be made payable to Lincoln Community School; include the student's name on bank transfers so payments can be matched. Transfer and collection charges are passed on to the payer and proof of payment should be provided for receipts.
Academics

Lincoln Community School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum.

Curriculum
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme; it is an IB World School with the curriculum aligned to U.S. standards.

Higher Education Progression
Students attend universities worldwide, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, South Korea, the Netherlands, France, and Ghana.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Lincoln Community School has a dedicated counseling team of four staff members to meet student needs in every grade. The counseling program includes a PYP Counselor who supports social-emotional wellness and academic achievement using team-based, proactive, and solution-focused strategies. The MYP Counselor helps students develop thinking skills, global awareness, and become lifelong learners through workshops and homeroom activities. At the high school level, counselors provide guidance and university counseling, with regular collaboration with teachers to monitor academic, social, and emotional progress. The counseling assistant coordinates transcripts and the career day program, supporting day-to-day operations.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Learning support services at Lincoln Community School are designed to meet the learning needs of every individual. Specialists provide in-class support or small group pull-out instruction and offer ongoing consultation to the teaching team. Learning support helps students with learning challenges become more independent by strengthening work habits and building skills to access the curriculum. In Elementary, students with learning challenges are identified early and typically receive small-group instruction, with some one-on-one support as appropriate; in the High School, the Academic Resource Center (ARC) provides skill-building and work-habit support. Some high school students have learning plans with accommodations and ILPs for longer-term support.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English language support is offered for students in Grades 1-10 with specialist consultation available in Grades 11 and 12. All new learners participate in the school's full curriculum, with a sheltered immersion approach that differentiates instruction to match their level of English acquisition. EAL support levels are determined through World-Class Instructional Design and Assessment (WIDA), previous teacher reports, and language background. Students with a history suggesting a need for EAL support are typically assessed using the WIDA on arrival.

Mental Wellbeing
Counseling at LCS supports mental wellbeing and social-emotional development across all grade levels. The PYP Counselor focuses on social-emotional wellness and academic progress using inquiry-based approaches. The MYP Counselor helps students develop thinking skills, global awareness, and social, organizational, and study skills through workshops and homeroom activities. High School counselors provide guidance and university planning with a focus on healthy, self-reflective young adults. The Counseling Assistant coordinates scheduling and career-day activities to support students' wellbeing and planning.

Safeguarding
The child protection practices at Lincoln Community School are consistent with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (1990). Ghana is a signatory to the UNCRC, and LCS maintains strong child protection policies and procedures to ensure a safe, secure, and caring environment. Every year, every member of LCS staff receives child safeguarding training.
Parent Experience

History
Lincoln Community School was founded in 1968 by six American families. It is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programs. The Akyede building opened in 2021 as part of a master facilities plan, including a new three-story elementary building and a library. The school is located in Abelemkpe, Accra, Ghana. The 2023-24 school year marked the 55th anniversary of Lincoln Community School.

Community
The LCS community is cosmopolitan, with students and faculty from many countries and over 70 languages spoken. Approximately 600 students represent more than 60 nationalities. The school offers a rich extracurricular program and an After School Activity Program that keeps community at the heart of Lincoln. Service learning is embedded in the curriculum and in the After School Activity Program, developing self-awareness and social responsibility.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school has an active Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) led by its Executive Committee. The PTO supports new families with Orientation Day and the annual Welcome Brunch, and the Welcome Committee helps new families connect to the community. Noha Domloge serves as PTO President. For inquiries, contact the PTO at pto@lincoln.edu.gh.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Lincoln Community School sits on an East Campus with the Akyedeɛ Building (the Elementary School) opened in 2021 and the Nilee Building (the Secondary School) opened in 2024. The Elementary Building houses the Elementary School and its library, with space for art and design, while the Secondary Building houses the MS/HS library. A Makerspace provides laser printers and 3D printing equipment and includes design classrooms and display areas. The campus houses two libraries with physical spaces and online resources, and the library is described as the cornerstone of the campus. After-school activity programs and a Summer Camp offer extended learning opportunities beyond the regular day.

Sports Facilities
Athletics include swimming, basketball, soccer and volleyball. There is a swimming pool on the East Campus.

Academic Facilities
The Elementary Library is located in the Akyedeɛ Building and includes space for art and design. The Secondary Library is in the Nilee Building and provides learning spaces, study rooms, and online databases. A Makerspace houses state‑of‑the‑art design equipment including laser printers and 3D printing, with design classrooms and display areas. The Nilee MS/HS Library provides a large learning space for middle and high school students. The campus master plan includes redevelopment of middle and high school classrooms, with phase 1 completed in February 2021 and the new three‑story elementary building opened.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After-school activity programs are offered, and service learning is embedded in the curriculum and after-school programs. The Arts program includes music, drama, film and IB Art Show, with a black box theatre and a soundproofed auditorium and school bands with concerts. A five‑week Summer Camp runs each summer and welcomes both LCS students and students from other schools. Athletics include swimming, basketball, soccer and volleyball.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
LCS is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Programme, the Middle Years Programme, and the Diploma Programme. Learning is delivered through the lens of U.S. curricular standards.

Arts & Creative
The Arts at Lincoln Community School flourishes at every grade level. In Elementary, the Primary Years Programme supports artistic expression through art, drama and music. In Secondary, students learn instruments and can join bands; there are two band concerts a year, and drama, theatre and film are studied, supported by a black box theatre space and a soundproofed auditorium. The IB Art Show is a signature event.

Cultural & Language
LCS hosts 60+ nationalities and more than 70 languages are spoken within the community. The school connects students with the heritage of Ghana and hosts multicultural events, including International Festival Day.

Social & Hobbies
After-school activities (ASA) are available, and Middle School and High School clubs operate beyond the regular day. The athletics program offers year-round skill development with competitive teams in soccer, basketball, volleyball and swimming for elementary, middle and high school. The program emphasizes teamwork, leadership and sportsmanship.

Community & Service
Service Learning is embedded in the curriculum from ECC to Grade 12, linking student interests and academic knowledge to the world and fostering empathy and impact. ASA and Middle/High School clubs also support service learning, and students participate in IB Programme service projects. The Connie Buford Award honored Anoushka De for Project REY with REMAR Empowering Youth; other service initiatives include efforts to improve water quality in communities.

Leadership & Professional
Extracurriculars emphasize leadership and holistic growth. An active Parent-Teacher Organization engages families in school life. Lincoln Academy is a Saturday program for students aged 4–16, expanding opportunities beyond the regular school day.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The athletics program supports physical fitness and well-being with a focus on participation in elementary years and competitive teams in middle and high school. The program also fosters teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership, contributing to a positive, caring environment for all learners.
Languages

Language Provision
English language support is provided for students in Grades 1-10 with specialist consultation available in Grades 11 and 12. All new learners of English participate as fully as possible in the school's complete curriculum through a sheltered immersion approach. EAL levels are determined through WIDA, previous teacher reports and students' language backgrounds.

Immersion Programs
Sheltered immersion approach to English language learning for EAL students.
Reputation

Awards
Annual Reports for 2023–24 and 2024–25 published by the school. Scholarships such as the Dr. Dennis Larkin Academic Scholarship are offered to Ghanaian students for the IB Diploma Programme (two recipient spots historically).

Accreditations
Council of International Schools re-accredited Lincoln Community School, Ghana on May 28, 2024. Lincoln Community School is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme. The school is located in Accra, Ghana and serves Pre-K through 12th grade.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1 - Starting to Apply Online. Submit the admissions application to LCS and authorize the use of the personal data provided. Create an account via Inquiry or Application to receive a username and password, then complete the online application for the correct school year. Upload the required documents, including medical forms (immunization, health information and examination forms); reports from the previous three years translated into English; Confidential Form to be completed by the current school; official transcripts from the current school; birth certificate or passport page; a current passport-sized photo; standardized test scores if applicable; and, for Grades 6-12, recommendations from Math and English teachers as applicable. Applicants to Middle School (Grades 6-8) and High School (Grades 9-10) will take a foreign language assessment to determine placement in French or Spanish. Step 2 - Admission Decision. Admission decisions are completed after the online application is reviewed, and the final decision is conveyed to the parents by the Admissions Office. When a place is offered, information about data handling and consent is provided and data will be securely stored in the school's systems. Grade placement is a collective decision by the Admissions Committee after reviewing the requested documents. If capacity exists in a grade, the Admissions Office maintains a wait pool and allocates spaces according to board policy priorities. Step 3 - Enrollment. After an email offering a place via Open Apply, there is a ten working day window to pay the one-time non-refundable registration fee of USD 10,000 (USD 2,500 for Pre-K) to secure the place. Until the fee is received, the child is not enrolled and cannot start classes. Orientation programs for new families occur at the start of each school year and in January; students admitted mid-year receive a small orientation on their first day.

Scholarships
The Dr. Dennis Larkin Scholarship Program provides full financial support for up to two Ghanaian students for the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12. Eligibility includes being at least 16 years old on August 31, 2026; BECE aggregate score of 6; three years of strong academic records including the current year and JHS years; and residence in Accra. Applications for the 2026-27 academic year closed February 13, 2026 at 4pm; to join the contact list for 2027/28, email [email protected]. Recipients are expected to be highly motivated, flexible thinkers who are open to joining an international community. Lincoln Community School is committed to the IB framework and its university preparatory focus for scholarship students.

Waitlist
In the event of capacity enrollment at a grade level, the Admissions Office maintains a wait pool. If spaces are limited in a particular grade, applicants who have met all admission requirements will be admitted according to the priorities outlined in board policy.
School Events
The school has not added events
Search for more schools
Search schools in Ghana View all schools in Accra View all schools in Ghana IB curriculum schools in Ghana Open days & tours in Accra What is the IB curriculum? View all schools Search all schools