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Sagesse High School

Lebanon, Beirut

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees LBP 40,000,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1992
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), American Curriculum
Taught languages English, Arabic, French
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Community and Service, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Kindergarten
Introduction

Sagesse High School provides an international education for students aged 3 to 18. The school runs three complementary programs—the Lebanese Program, the American Program, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme—culminating in the IB DP for secondary students. Classes span Preschool through Secondary, with divisions that include Preschool, Lower and Upper Elementary, Intermediate levels, and Secondary AP and IBDP tracks. The hilltop campus offers a setting for learning with a holistic approach, supported by a dedicated Special Education Department and counseling services, including Christian Life Counseling, Academic Orientation, Career and University Guidance. The Sagesse Afterschool Center extends the day with an Academic Center and Coding and Robotics, plus Sports Academies such as Basketball, Hip Hop, Mini Football, and Gymnastics. Students engage in Model United Nations, Active Citizenship Program, Student Councils, and Scouts, alongside CAS and a student-led Newsletter. Accreditation by MSA-CESS since 2009 confirms its IB World School status for families.

VH8M+4X2, Ain Saadeh, Lebanon

The Essentials

Sagesse High School has instruction in English.

Location
Located atop a picturesque hill, the campus provides a beautiful setting for learning. The school offers a holistic experience for every student. Sagesse High School offers three programs: the Lebanese Program, the American Program, and the International Baccalaureate.

Stages
Divisions include Preschool, Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Intermediate and Secondary LP, Intermediate AP, and Secondary AP & IBDP.

Additional learning support
The Special Education Department caters for the needs of students with learning difficulties as defined by the Lebanese Ministry of Education.

Religious affiliation
Catholic
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Rector Fr. Antoine Assaf leads the school; Sagesse High School has accreditation since 2009 by the Middle States Association Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS), Pennsylvania, and is an IB World School offering the Diploma Programme.
Fees

Annual tuition at Sagesse High School ranges from LBP 40,000,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees and initial payments

- A non-refundable application fee of USD 200 is charged at submission of the application.
- After acceptance, a non-refundable School Development Fund (SDF) payment is required per family to confirm registration: USD 1,500 for families registering students from KG1 through Grade 10 (LP/AP) and USD 2,000 for families registering students from Grade 11 (LP/AP) through IBDP2/Grade 12 (LP/AP). The SDF must be paid within the time window required at registration.

Annual tuition and Education Support Fund (by program and year group)

- Annual tuition (per student): 40,000,000 L.P. for the grades and programmes listed below. The Education Support Fund is charged in USD and varies by grade/program as follows. For each grade group the billed amounts are:
- KGI, KGII, KGIII — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 3,200.
- Grades 1–3 — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 3,300.
- Grades 4LP–6LP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 3,500.
- Grades 7LP–9LP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 3,750.
- Secondary 1LP and 2LP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 4,000.
- Secondary 3LP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 4,100.
- Grades 4AP–6AP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 3,700.
- Grades 7AP–9AP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 3,950.
- Grades 10AP–11AP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 4,200.
- Grade 12AP — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 4,300.
- IBDP I — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 5,500.
- IBDP II — Tuition: 40,000,000 L.P.; Education Support Fund: USD 6,500.

Per-term instalments (billing schedule and how amounts are split)

- The Tuition Fee (40,000,000 L.P.) and the Education Support Fund (USD amount above) are billed in three instalments: 40% (first instalment), 30% (second instalment), and 30% (third instalment). The instalment amounts therefore break down as follows for the tuition component (same for every listed grade):
- 1st instalment (40%): 16,000,000 L.P.
- 2nd instalment (30%): 12,000,000 L.P.
- 3rd instalment (30%): 12,000,000 L.P.
- The Education Support Fund (USD) instalments are split the same way (40% / 30% / 30%). Examples by grade group:
- KGI–KGIII USD 3,200: 1st = USD 1,280; 2nd = USD 960; 3rd = USD 960.
- Grades 1–3 USD 3,300: 1st = USD 1,320; 2nd = USD 990; 3rd = USD 990.
- Grades 4LP–6LP USD 3,500: 1st = USD 1,400; 2nd = USD 1,050; 3rd = USD 1,050.
- Grades 7LP–9LP USD 3,750: 1st = USD 1,500; 2nd = USD 1,125; 3rd = USD 1,125.
- Secondary 1–2 LP USD 4,000: 1st = USD 1,600; 2nd = USD 1,200; 3rd = USD 1,200.
- Secondary 3 LP USD 4,100: 1st = USD 1,640; 2nd = USD 1,230; 3rd = USD 1,230.
- Grades 4AP–6AP USD 3,700: 1st = USD 1,480; 2nd = USD 1,110; 3rd = USD 1,110.
- Grades 7AP–9AP USD 3,950: 1st = USD 1,580; 2nd = USD 1,185; 3rd = USD 1,185.
- Grades 10AP–11AP USD 4,200: 1st = USD 1,680; 2nd = USD 1,260; 3rd = USD 1,260.
- Grade 12AP USD 4,300: 1st = USD 1,720; 2nd = USD 1,290; 3rd = USD 1,290.
- IBDP I USD 5,500: 1st = USD 2,200; 2nd = USD 1,650; 3rd = USD 1,650.
- IBDP II USD 6,500: 1st = USD 2,600; 2nd = USD 1,950; 3rd = USD 1,950.

- Specified instalment deadlines (example schedule used in the published fee circular) are: 1st instalment due in early September; 2nd instalment due in February; 3rd instalment due in May. An alternative eight-month plan is offered in which parents pay 25% by the September deadline, then monthly payments of 10%, with a final payment of 15% by the May deadline. The standard three-instalment dates and the eight-month option are part of the school's published billing schedule.

Billing timing and payment terms

- Parents must liaise with the school's Accounting Department regarding the breakdown of tuition payments and accepted payment arrangements. The School Development Fund must be paid at registration (within the registration window specified in the admissions process).
- Re-registration fees already paid for a previous academic year are deducted from the first instalment where applicable. Details on textbooks, tablets, copybooks and art-material prices are issued in a separate circular each year. Bus fees are published separately by the Accounting Department and must be obtained from the Accounting Office.

Other costs and mandatory extras

- Additional mandatory/variable charges that parents should plan for include: the annual Education Support Fund (USD amounts listed above), tablet and digital learning material charges, copybooks and art materials (prices announced by circular), uniform purchases at the start of the year, and bus transportation (bus fee list available from the Accounting Department). Exact prices for these items are circulated separately each year.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Boarding fees are not published in the school's annual tuition circular. Parents should confirm whether boarding is required/available and obtain any boarding fee schedule directly from the Accounting Department if needed.

Refunds and cancellations

- Tuition fees are non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances. The School Development Fund and the application fee are non-refundable. Acknowledgement of payment of non-refundable charges does not in itself constitute proof of acceptance.

Fee payment arrangements and contact for payments

- Parents must work directly with the Accounting Department to obtain the payment breakdown, arrange instalments or alternative plans, confirm which payment methods are accepted, and obtain the bus-fee schedule and other optional-service charges.
Academics

Sagesse High School teaches IB (DP), American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Lebanese Program, American Program, and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

Higher Education Progression
University Guidance Office directs students to universities; Career Counseling Department, in collaboration with Waznat, offers a Career Guidance Program to help secondary students plan and succeed in their university paths.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Counselors support students academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. The Career Counseling Department, in collaboration with Waznat, offers a Career Guidance Program to help secondary students plan and succeed in their university paths. Academic Orientation and Guidance is administered by the secondary heads of divisions to assist students in making informed decisions about their course selection and academic paths. The University Guidance Office directs students to their university of choice. Christian Life Counseling provides spiritual support; Catholic Priests are available on campus for guidance, and students may seek individual spiritual counseling during recess, with the department working closely with counselors, teachers, and heads of divisions to provide a full support system. Mental Health initiatives include a Mental Health Club.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Special Education Department caters for the needs of students with learning difficulties as defined by the Lebanese Ministry of Education.

Mental Wellbeing
Counselors help students succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. Christian Life Counseling provides spiritual support and individual counseling on request, with Catholic priests available on campus. The Mental Health Club supports student mental wellbeing through focused activities and initiatives.

Safeguarding
The Child Protection Policy outlines procedures to safeguard students from abuse or danger while on school premises or under the school's supervision. The Designated Senior Person for child protection is Dr. Lina Riachi Haddad (School Counselor); the Vice-Designated Person is Fr. Tony Karam, and Designated Persons oversee each division. The policy requires staff to complete training, maintains secure records, and sets procedures for reporting to children's social care or police; it also covers safer recruitment procedures and liaison with local authorities and agencies. The policy is reviewed annually and is designed to ensure safeguarding across the curriculum.
Parent Experience

Community
Christian Life Counseling provides spiritual support; Catholic Priests are available on campus for guidance, and students may seek individual spiritual counseling during recess. The Career Counseling Department, in collaboration with Waznat, offers Career Guidance to help secondary students plan their university paths. The University Guidance Office directs students to universities, and the Special Education Department serves students with learning difficulties. The Sagesse Afterschool Center provides guidance during study groups, and the school hosts community events such as the Mental Health Club, Theme of the Year, and Fall events for preschool.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus sits atop a hill, providing a pleasant setting for learning. The school provides a holistic experience for every student. SHS serves Preschool through Secondary levels with divisions including Preschool, Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Intermediate and Secondary LP, and Intermediate AP, and Secondary AP & IBDP. The school offers three programs: the Lebanese Program, the American Program, and the International Baccalaureate, with the Diploma Programme available. The school also provides counseling and guidance services, including a Special Education Department, Christian Life Counseling, Career Counseling, Academic Orientation and Guidance, and University Guidance.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Sagesse Afterschool Center offers an Academic Center, Coding and Robotics, and Sports Academies such as Basketball, Hip Hop, Mini Football, and Gymnastics. Model United Nations (MUN) and Active Citizenship Program (ACP) are part of student life, along with Students' Council (SC), Students' Organization (SO), CAS, Prom Committee (PC), and Scouts. The Career Counseling Department, in collaboration with Waznat, provides a Career Guidance Program, and the University Guidance Office directs students to universities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers three programs—the Lebanese Program, the American Program, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. It has been accredited since 2009 by the Middle States Association Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) and is an IB World School offering the Diploma Programme. University Guidance and Career Counseling support students in planning for higher education and careers, while Academic Counseling assists with course selection and academic paths. The Sagesse Afterschool Center provides an Academic Center and Coding and Robotics to strengthen learning outside regular class time.

Arts & Creative
Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) is part of the IB programme. Model United Nations (MUN) is a Students' Life activity. The Afterschool Center includes Hip Hop and Basketball under Sports Academies, offering opportunities for creative movement and performance. The Newsletter is a student-led activity.

Cultural & Language
Model United Nations (MUN) is a part of Students' Life. The Student Council (SC) and Student Organization (SO) provide leadership opportunities and cultivate school culture. Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) supports IB students in pursuing creative and cultural projects.

Social & Hobbies
Model United Nations (MUN) is part of Students' Life, showcasing collaborative and extracurricular engagement. Prom Committee (PC) organizes school events and activities. The Newsletter is a student-led publication and Scouts offer additional group activities.

Community & Service
Active Citizenship Program (ACP) is part of Students' Life, promoting community involvement. Scouts provide outdoor and group activities that support community-oriented experiences.

Leadership & Professional
Student Council (SC) and Student Organization (SO) provide leadership opportunities. Prom Committee (PC) develops event planning and teamwork skills. Career Counseling and University Guidance assist with university planning and professional development. The Leadership Team (Board) is listed as a governing body of the school.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Support Counseling and Christian Life Counseling provide a student support system, with Catholic Priests available on campus for guidance. A Mental Health Club operates for student well-being (noted in News). The Afterschool Center offers study-group guidance and wellbeing-oriented programming to support learning habits.
Languages

Language Provision
Arabic is taught in two program tracks: Lebanese Program (LP) and American Program (AP), with Arabic LP focusing on Modern Standard Arabic as the language of communication and grammar development, and Arabic AP integrating Arabic across the full schooling cycle to balance spoken and written language and to expand vocabulary. English is a dedicated language course across LP, AP, and DP, designed to develop proficient reading and writing and to support cross-curricular learning. French is taught with CECRL-aligned instruction to develop listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills, with DELF junior certification available for younger learners. In the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, French B and French ab initio are offered to develop intercultural communication, aligned with the DP curriculum.
Reputation

Accreditations
Middle States Association Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) accreditation since 2009; International Baccalaureate (IB) World School authorized to offer the Diploma Programme (DP).
Admissions

Scholarships
The school has a Financial Aid Office that offers tuition assistance by reductions in tuition fees. To apply, schedule an appointment with the social aid officer. Eligibility requires submitting a financial aid application, evidence of cleared tuition fees from previous years, and documentation including salary attestations for every employed family member, civil status documents, utility bills, bank statements, health insurance, and other requested items. Financial aid applications are valid for one academic year, and may be reviewed or withdrawn if information is incorrect or if need assessment changes; a home visit may be required.

Waitlist
Waiting List: Applicants may be placed on the admission waiting list when there are no vacancies in a specific grade level or program at the time of application, or if they submit a late application after July 15.
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