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English International School of Tunis

Tunisia, Tunis

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 16 years
Pupil numbers 250
Type Co-educational
Opened 2021
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages English, French, Arabic
Typical class size 20
Strengths Academic Enrichment, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

The English International School of Tunis (EIST) is a co-educational day school in Gammarth, Tunis, established in 2021 as part of the Rene Descartes Group. It follows the British National Curriculum including EYFS for early years, Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary, and IGCSE. The school teaches in English with French and Arabic also offered, serving around 250 students from Nursery to Year 11.

The Essentials

English International School of Tunis has 250 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
R23 Le Relais Gammarth, La Marsa, Tunis 2046, Tunisia

Stages
Nursery to Year 11 (ages 3 to 16)

Type
Private co-educational day school

Pupil Nationality Mix
International student body in the heart of Gammarth, Tunis.

Additional learning support
Holistic approach to education with focus on academic, physical, emotional, and social development.

Country affiliation
British curriculum heritage. Part of the Rene Descartes Group (established 1994).

Religious affiliation
Non-denominational

School day structure
Full-day programme. Contact the school for specific timings.

Bus service
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Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Day school only; no boarding facilities.

Uniform Requirement
Contact the school for uniform policy.

Food Options
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House System
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Governance and Ownership
Part of the Rene Descartes Group, established in 1994. EIST is the fourth school in the group, opened in September 2021.
Fees
Contact the school for current fee structure.
Academics

English International School of Tunis teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 3 to 16.

Curriculum
EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) from the English National Curriculum for ages 3-5. Cambridge International Primary Programme for primary years. Cambridge Lower Secondary for Years 7-9. Cambridge IGCSE for Years 10-11.

Student Teacher Ratio
Approximately 250 students with 50 staff members.

Exam Results
Contact the school for exam results information.

Higher Education Progression
IGCSE qualifications prepare students for further international education pathways.

Gifted and Talented
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Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Holistic approach emphasising student development academically, physically, emotionally, and socially.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Contact the school for SEN provisions.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
As an English-medium school in Tunisia, EAL support is likely available. Contact the school for details.

Mental Wellbeing
Focus on emotional and social development alongside academic growth.

Safeguarding
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Parent Experience

History
Opened in September 2021 as the fourth school in the Rene Descartes Group, which was established in 1994. Located in Gammarth, one of Tunis's premium residential areas.

Community
International school community in the heart of Gammarth, Tunis, serving families from diverse backgrounds.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Contact the school for parent engagement information.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Purpose-built campus in Gammarth with sports halls, gymnasium, library, art room, music room, language teaching rooms, science lab, and specially designed Early Years classrooms.

Sports Facilities
Sports halls and gymnasium on campus.

Academic Facilities
Science laboratory, library, language teaching rooms, and ICT facilities.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Arts, music, sports, and language activities available.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Cambridge curriculum providing internationally recognised qualifications.

Arts & Creative
Dedicated art room and music room on campus.

Cultural & Language
Trilingual environment with English, French, and Arabic. International community in Tunis.

Social & Hobbies
Variety of extracurricular activities available.

Community & Service
Community engagement within the international school network.

Leadership & Professional
Student development programmes focusing on social and leadership skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Physical education through sports halls and gymnasium. Holistic wellbeing approach.
Languages

Language Provision
Trilingual school offering English, French, and Arabic. Dedicated language teaching rooms on campus.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the primary medium of instruction. French and Arabic are taught as additional languages.
Reputation

Awards
Fourth school in the established Rene Descartes Group network.

Accreditations
Cambridge Assessment International Education. Part of the Rene Descartes Group.
Admissions

Scholarships
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Waitlist
Subject to seat availability.
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