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International Bilingual School Dakar

Senegal, Dakar

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 200
Type Co-educational
Opened 2009
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, American Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages French, English
Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

International Bilingual School Dakar is a private school established in 2009 and located in Liberté 6 Extension, Dakar, near VDN highway. It serves over 200 students from kindergarten through high school and offers bilingual education based on the Senegalese curriculum enriched with elements of British and American programs. The curriculum leads to SAT and IGCSE examinations. The school operates in three sections—preschool, primary and college—with four preschool classes, six primary classes and seven secondary classes, and class sizes limited to 25, each guided by a qualified teacher and an assistant. Facilities include ventilated classrooms, a computer lab, an arts studio and play areas. A distinctive feature is bilingualism in French and English, with English study extended to CE2 and a British Council Connecting Classrooms partnership with Newtown Primary School in Exeter to foster global citizenship. IBS is authorized by the Ministry of National Education since January 2015 for all students today.

The Essentials

International Bilingual School Dakar has 200 pupils, instruction in French, English.

Location
Villa 237 Liberté 6 Extension, Dakar, Senegal (BP 25408). Liberté 6 Extension is a neighbourhood in Dakar.

Stages
Kindergarten to high school.

Type
Private school.

Country affiliation
Senegalese curriculum with elements of British and American programs.

School day structure
Monday–Friday 08:00–17:00; Saturday 09:00–13:00.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is a private school offering preschool through secondary, authorized and accredited by the Ministry of National Education since January 2015.
Fees
Application fees
- No published amount for an application, registration, enrollment deposit, or re-enrolment fee is publicly available for International Bilingual School Dakar for the 2026/27 academic year (and no published fee schedule was found for 2025/26).

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish a public breakdown of tuition fees by year group or per-term/per-year amounts. Specific tuition rates for nursery/maternelle, primary, collège, or lycée are not available in public materials.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No publicly available billing schedule, payment deadlines, term dates tied to invoicing, or standard payment-term conditions (for example, annual vs. termly billing, late-payment penalties, or required deposits) were found.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- No boarding program or boarding fees are listed in publicly accessible information. There is no published indication that a boarding option is offered.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, books, transport, extracurriculars, exam fees, registration kits, insurance, etc.)
- No published schedule or list of ancillary fees (uniforms, textbooks, school supplies, transport/shuttle, extracurricular activity fees, examination fees, school insurance, or registration kits) was found.

Refund information
- No publicly available refund, cancellation, or fee-credit policy (for withdrawal before the start of term or after enrollment) was found.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, mobile money, cash, etc.)
- No publicly stated accepted payment methods or payment instructions were found. Contact the school directly for confirmed payment options and bank details. The school's published contact telephone number is +221-78-231-6697 and the contact email is bilingualdakar@gmail.com.

Brief summary of search / current status
- For the 2026/27 academic year (and for 2025/26 where 2026/27 data is not available) there is no publicly posted fee schedule, and therefore exact amounts, per-term breakdowns, billing schedules, ancillary fees, refund rules, and payment-method details cannot be provided here. Contact details listed above are the published means of direct enquiry.
Academics

International Bilingual School Dakar teaches Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, American Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE.

Curriculum
Senegalese national curriculum enhanced with elements of the British and American programs, leading to SAT and IGCSE international examinations.

Student Teacher Ratio
Class sizes are limited to 25 students per class; each class has a class teacher and an assistant.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school places the child at the heart of its pedagogy, makes learning engaging, and transmits fundamental life values in a respectful environment. It is partnered with international programs to enrich education and citizenship, including collaboration with the British Council through the Connecting Classrooms Project with Newtown Primary School in Exeter. The school emphasizes world citizenship education as a core aspect of its teaching. It fosters an inclusive, diverse community and centers student well-being within daily practice. The school reports strong outcomes in national exams, including the CFEE, BFEM, and BAC, over several years.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school enables students to speak and work in both French and English, supporting English speakers in learning French and vice versa. English Language (Langue Anglaise) is part of the primary curriculum and is delivered to reinforce bilingual proficiency. The English component is integrated through CE2, after which emphasis shifts toward preparing for national exams. English-language instruction extends to subject areas delivered in English, including Mathematics in English and Science in English. The bilingual approach aims to develop fluency in both languages.
Parent Experience

History
Established in 2009, IBS is a private school in Liberté 6 Extension, Dakar. It serves more than 200 students from kindergarten to high school and provides bilingual education based on the Senegalese national curriculum, enriched with elements of British and American programs. The school is organized into three sections—preschool, primary, and college—with four preschool classes, six primary classes, and seven secondary-level classes (four middle-cycle and three secondary). It is authorized by the Ministry of National Education under ministerial order N°01401/MEN/DEP/MS/NDSD dated January 30, 2015. Facilities include well-ventilated classrooms, a computer lab, a plastic arts studio, and play areas; class sizes are limited to 25, with a qualified teacher and an assistant per class.

Community
The school welcomes children from a wide variety of nationalities and cultures.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has over 200 students from kindergarten to high school and was established in 2009. It is located at Liberté 6 Extension, Dakar, near the VDN highway, in a convenient and safe neighborhood. It is authorized by the Ministry of National Education since January 2015.

Sports Facilities
The school provides a computer lab, a plastic arts studio, well-equipped play areas, and well-ventilated classrooms as part of its learning environment.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include computer literacy from nursery onward, and an educational program that combines the Senegalese national curriculum with elements of British and American programs, preparing students for international exams such as SAT and IGCSE.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Students participate in sports and physical education as part of the curriculum, in addition to core academic subjects.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
IBS enrolls students of good character with academic, sport, and cultural achievements. The vision is to develop global achievers from diverse backgrounds who are eager for growth and development. The school provides inclusive and multilingual education, enabling students to speak and work in both French and English, with support for English speakers learning French and vice versa. The primary section follows the Senegalese curriculum, enhanced with English subjects to emphasize bilingualism; the English component is integrated up to CE2, after which the focus shifts toward preparing for national exams.

Arts & Creative
Art and Handicrafts (Arts Plastiques et Travaux Manuels) are included in the primary curriculum, encouraging creativity and artistic expression through diverse media. An on-campus studio for arts plastiques supports visual arts activities. The arts integration complements the bilingual and academic program, enriching students' expressive abilities.

Cultural & Language
IBS welcomes students from all ethnic, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds. The school enables students to speak and work in both French and English, with support for English speakers learning French and vice versa. IBS participates in a British Council Connecting Classrooms Project with Newtown Primary School in Exeter, United Kingdom to develop joint curricula on education and global citizenship, enriching pedagogy. The school fosters an international community and a focus on global citizenship.

Community & Service
IBS engages in global citizenship initiatives through its partnership with the British Council Connecting Classrooms Project, enriching social responsibility and international collaboration. The project aims to develop joint curricula on education and global citizenship, expanding opportunities for students to engage with global issues. The mission emphasizes placing the child at the heart of pedagogy, making learning engaging and instilling life values in a respectful environment.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Physical Education and sport are core parts of the curriculum, promoting fitness and healthy living through a variety of sports and activities. Class sizes are limited to 25 students, enabling more individualized attention during physical activities. Facilities include an airier classroom environment, a computer lab, an art studio, and play spaces that support recreation and active learning. These elements support students' well-being and physical development.
Languages

Language Provision
French and English are taught. The primary program includes both languages, with an English component integrated through CE2. Some subjects are delivered in English, including Mathematics in English and Science in English.

Bilingual Teaching
The school enables students to speak and work in both French and English; it offers bilingual education from preschool through college, with the Senegalese national curriculum enhanced by English subjects.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admissions begin in June. 2. Class sizes are limited to 25 students, so spaces are highly competitive. 3. Applicants should apply early and contact the school office for more details.
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