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The Earth School

Rwanda, Kigali

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, French
Fees RWF 7,450 - 16,250
Ages 2 - 12 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Montessori
Taught languages English, French
Typical class size 12
Strengths Authentic Montessori approach, Bilingual English/French programme, Small class groups of 12
Clubs Art and Creative Expression, Swimming, Dance and Drama
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

The Earth School is the International Montessori School of Rwanda, located in Kigali. Now part of the Braeburn Group of International Schools (since June 2023), it offers a creative, experiential and transformative education for children aged 2 to 12. The school follows an authentic Montessori approach with bilingual English and French instruction, small class groups of 12 children, and a state-of-the-art campus designed for hands-on learning. It is accredited by the International Schools Association (ISA).

The Essentials

The Earth School has typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English, French.

Location
Kiyovu, Kigali, Rwanda. The school occupies a state-of-the-art campus designed to showcase authentic Montessori education, with both indoor and outdoor experiential learning environments.

Stages
Toddler (age 2-3), Early Childhood (age 3-6), Lower Elementary (age 6-9), and Upper Elementary (age 9-12), following Montessori age cohorts.

Type
Private, co-educational international Montessori day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
A diverse international community of families in Kigali, including expatriate and local Rwandan families.

Additional learning support
Each student receives an Individualised Montessori Education Plan (IMEP) based on baseline assessments in Language (English and French), Mathematics, Personal Growth, Normalisation and Work Habits.

Country affiliation
International (Montessori). Part of the Braeburn Group of International Schools, an established East African school group.

Religious affiliation
Non-denominational.

School day structure
The school day is structured around the Montessori approach, with extended uninterrupted work periods, individual and group activities, and experiential learning. Contact the school for specific hours.

Bus service
Contact the school for information on transportation services.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The Earth School is a day school only. No boarding facilities are available.

Uniform Requirement
Contact the school for information on uniform or dress code requirements.

Food Options
Contact the school for details on meal provision and snack arrangements.

House System
The school uses Montessori multi-age groupings rather than a traditional house system. Children are grouped in age cohorts: 2-3, 3-6, 6-9 and 9-12.

Governance and Ownership
In June 2023, the Braeburn Group of International Schools took ownership of The Earth School. Braeburn is an established group of international schools in East Africa.
Fees

Annual tuition at The Earth School ranges from RWF 7,450 to RWF 16,250 for 2026/27.

Tuition ranges from approximately $7,450 to $16,250 per year depending on the programme. Contact the school or visit the TADS admissions platform for current fee details.
Academics

The Earth School teaches Montessori for students aged 2 to 12.

Curriculum
The Earth School follows an authentic Montessori curriculum, providing creative, experiential and transformative education. Children work within multi-age groups and are guided through self-discovery, growth and identification of their strengths and interests. Each student has an Individualised Montessori Education Plan (IMEP) based on assessments in Language, Mathematics, Personal Growth, Normalisation and Work Habits. The school is bilingual in English and French.

Student Teacher Ratio
Class groups are limited to 12 children per age cohort, allowing highly personalised attention in the Montessori environment.

Exam Results
As a Montessori school, The Earth School uses individualised assessments and portfolios rather than traditional examinations. Students receive baseline assessments and ongoing progress tracking through their IMEP.

Higher Education Progression
The Earth School serves children up to age 12. Families typically transition to other international schools in Kigali for secondary education.

Gifted and Talented
The Montessori approach naturally supports advanced learners by allowing children to progress at their own pace through individualised work plans.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Personal Growth and Normalisation are assessed and supported as core components of each child's Individualised Montessori Education Plan.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Montessori approach is inherently individualised, with each child working at their own pace. The IMEP system supports children with varying learning needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The bilingual programme supports children developing proficiency in both English and French. Baseline language assessments help tailor support.

Mental Wellbeing
The Montessori environment prioritises child wellbeing through self-directed learning, meaningful work and a nurturing community.

Safeguarding
The school operates within the Braeburn Group framework with appropriate safeguarding policies for young children.
Parent Experience

History
The Earth School is the International Montessori School of Rwanda. In June 2023, the Braeburn Group of International Schools, an established East African education group, took ownership of the school, bringing additional resources and expertise.

Community
A small, close-knit international community of families in Kigali. The school's small class sizes of 12 children foster strong relationships between students, teachers and families.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school provides dedicated parent resources and communication through its website and TADS platform.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
A state-of-the-art campus designed as a showcase for authentic Montessori education. Features include art rooms, a dance and drama studio, a swimming pool, and both indoor and outdoor learning environments.

Sports Facilities
Swimming pool for swimming lessons. Studio for dance, floor gymnastics, toddler tumbling and martial arts with a professional sound system.

Academic Facilities
Art rooms equipped for acrylic painting, watercolours, oil paint, modelling clay, mixed media and photography. Montessori-prepared classroom environments with age-appropriate materials for each cohort.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Art (painting, clay, mixed media, photography), dance, drama, floor gymnastics, toddler tumbling, martial arts and swimming lessons.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Experiential, hands-on learning through the Montessori curriculum. Children explore subjects through self-directed discovery and creative projects.

Arts & Creative
Extensive art programme using acrylic and watercolour painting, oil paint, modelling clay, mixed media and photography. Dance, drama and musical performance in a dedicated studio.

Cultural & Language
Bilingual English and French programme. The diverse international community offers natural cross-cultural learning experiences.

Social & Hobbies
Swimming, martial arts, gymnastics and various creative activities.

Community & Service
The Montessori approach fosters community responsibility and care for the environment as core values.

Leadership & Professional
Self-directed learning in the Montessori environment develops independence, initiative and personal responsibility from an early age.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Swimming, movement activities, outdoor play and a nurturing Montessori environment supporting holistic child development.
Languages

Language Provision
English and French are both used as languages of instruction. Students receive baseline and ongoing assessments in both languages.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers a fully bilingual English and French programme for all students, reflecting Rwanda's multilingual context.

Immersion Programs
Students are immersed in both English and French as part of the daily programme, with language skills assessed as part of each child's IMEP.
Reputation

Awards
Recognised as a showcase of authentic Montessori education in East Africa.

Accreditations
Accredited member of the International Schools Association (ISA). Part of the Braeburn Group of International Schools.
Admissions

Admissions
Admissions are managed through the TADS platform. Students take baseline assessments in Language (English and French), Mathematics, Personal Growth, Normalisation and Work Habits to develop an Individualised Montessori Education Plan (IMEP). The school accepts children aged 2 to 12.

Scholarships
Contact the school for details on any scholarship or financial aid opportunities.

Waitlist
Contact the school for information on availability in each age cohort.
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