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Baobab College

Zambia, Lusaka

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 667
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1994
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages English, French
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Baobab College is a coeducational day and boarding school in Lusaka, Zambia, offering British curriculum qualifications from early years to A levels. The school follows Cambridge IGCSE and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE programmes, with students aged 2 to 18 supported through a three-stage Senior School that leads to university admission worldwide. Years 7–9 study core subjects including English, Maths, Science, French, History and Geography, while Years 10–11 follow the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum culminating in examinations. The Senior College offers AS and A Level subjects such as Psychology, Economics and a wide range of science and humanities options. The campus sits on a green site with modern facilities: a new school hall, a dedicated library and Cybrary, language lab, IT labs, robotics and VR resources, and high-speed internet. On-site swimming, tennis and basketball facilities, a large playing field, and eco-friendly features support sport. After-school program and house activities complement study and development.

The Essentials

Baobab College has 667 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located on a green campus in Lusaka, Zambia. It sits on Kafue Road in Lilayi, Lusaka. The postal address is P.O Box 350099, Chilanga, Zambia.

Stages
ELC to Year 4 Primary School; Year 5 to Year 8 Middle School; Year 9 to Year 13 Senior College.

Type
The school offers day and boarding options, with full-boarding, weekly boarding and flexi-boarding.

Additional learning support
The Department for Educational Needs (DEN) provides support for children with special needs and language tuition for English as a second language.

Country affiliation
Zambia

Religious affiliation
The school welcomes pupils of all faiths and does not have a specific religious affiliation.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Baobab College offers full-boarding, weekly boarding and flexi-boarding for Secondary students. Full boarding provides a home away from home, with seven days a week structure for work, study, play and relaxation. Weekly boarders can be dropped off at the boarding house after 06:30 on the Monday morning; Sunday drop-off is possible after 16:00, with Friday pick-up after 14:00. Flexi-boarding allows occasional overnight stays.

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform.

Food Options
Well balanced and nutritious meals are eaten together in the canteen and snacks and hot drinks are available in the hostels.

House System
All Baobab College students are allocated to a house on entering the school. The houses and their colours are Eagle (Yellow), Falcon (Green) and Hawk (Blue). House points are awarded for attendance and merits and for house activities; the winning house receives the house cup at the end of the school year. House activities are compulsory on Monday afternoons for Year 1 upwards, and students compete in Swimming Gala, Cross-Country and Sports Day.

Governance and Ownership
Baobab College operates under The Relationship Model of Governance. It has a Board of Trustees and a Board of Governors which provide strategic leadership, define the vision, mission and goals, and maintain the strategic plan while delegating management to the Principal and monitoring performance and risk. The Board is the supreme decision-making authority on general policy, finance, the appointment or removal of the Principal, the curriculum, and school uniform.
Fees
Application / Entry Fees

- Registration (non‑refundable): USD 299.
- Admission fee (non‑refundable): USD 980.
- Capital contribution (non‑refundable): USD 500.
- Refundable deposit (terms and conditions apply): USD 1,500. The deposit is refundable after a pupil leaves provided the school has received at least 90 days written notice, all books and equipment are returned in good condition, and all fees and charges have been settled in full.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and term amounts)

Note: Fees are shown as annual totals with the standard term split applied (Term 1 = 45%, Term 2 = 40%, Term 3 = 15%).

- Early Learning Centre (ELC): Annual USD 4,148.
- Term 1 (45%): USD 1,866.60. Term 2 (40%): USD 1,659.20. Term 3 (15%): USD 622.20.

- Reception: Annual USD 6,563.
- Term 1: USD 2,953.35. Term 2: USD 2,625.20. Term 3: USD 984.45.

- Primary (Year 1 to Year 4): Annual USD 9,662.
- Term 1: USD 4,347.90. Term 2: USD 3,864.80. Term 3: USD 1,449.30.

- Lower Middle School (Year 5 and Year 6): Annual USD 9,700.
- Term 1: USD 4,365.00. Term 2: USD 3,880.00. Term 3: USD 1,455.00.

- Upper Middle School (Year 7 and Year 8): Annual USD 11,300.
- Term 1: USD 5,085.00. Term 2: USD 4,520.00. Term 3: USD 1,695.00.

- Senior School (Year 9 and Year 10): Annual USD 11,570.
- Term 1: USD 5,206.50. Term 2: USD 4,628.00. Term 3: USD 1,735.50.

- Examination classes (Year 11 IGCSE): Annual USD 11,570.
- Term 1: USD 5,206.50. Term 2: USD 4,628.00. Term 3: USD 1,735.50.

- Senior College (Year 12 and Year 13, AS/A‑level): Annual USD 12,360.
- Term 1: USD 5,562.00. Term 2: USD 4,944.00. Term 3: USD 1,854.00.

Boarding fees and related charges

- Annual full boarding: USD 6,350.
- Term 1 (45%): USD 2,857.50. Term 2 (40%): USD 2,540.00. Term 3 (15%): USD 952.50.

- Annual weekly boarding: USD 4,725.
- Term 1: USD 2,126.25. Term 2: USD 1,890.00. Term 3: USD 708.75.

- Flexi‑boarding: USD 41 per night. Airport collection service: USD 37 per collection. All boarding fees must be paid prior to the student checking into boarding facilities. One term's notice is required to withdraw from boarding.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Invoicing: Fees are invoiced either termly or annually for parents who choose to pay for the full year. Payments are due before the start of each term. Term split: 45% in Term 1, 40% in Term 2, 15% in Term 3. Payment plans are available subject to approval.

- Discounts: 5% discount for full annual fees paid in advance on or before 1 August. 2% discount on each term's fees if paid in advance by the specified date for that term. A 2.5% discount applies for the third and subsequent children.

- Late payment and administration charges: Fees received after the start of term attract an administration charge; unpaid balances may incur an administration/processing fee (policy example: 6% per term or part thereof on unpaid balances). Students may be denied entry if fees are not paid or a signed payment plan is not in place.

Other costs and incidental charges

- Examination fees (Cambridge/IGCSE/AS/A‑level) are not included in tuition and are charged in addition. Texts, examination fees, ICDL fees (where applicable), school trips and extracurricular activities are additional and are invoiced separately. Uniforms must be paid in full at collection and may not be placed on account.

- Airport collection, flexi‑boarding nightly charges and any specific course charges (e.g., IGCSE/AS/A‑level course charges where listed) are additional as stated above.

Refund information

- The refundable deposit (USD 1,500) is refundable after the child leaves provided the required written notice (minimum 90 days), return of books and equipment in good condition, and settlement of all outstanding fees and charges. Registration, admission fees and capital contributions are non‑refundable. There is no pro‑rata refund of tuition for academic days not attended during a term except in exceptional circumstances as set out in policy.

Fee payment options

- Accepted payment methods include point‑of‑sale payments at school, bank transfer or deposit into the school bank account, and cash payments made directly into the school bank account (in line with local banking regulations). Parents must provide proof of payment; a payment is not considered received until reflected in the school bank account. Payment plans are available only by written agreement and must be approved and signed by the Finance Manager.

Administrative notes

- Tuition fees do not include examination fees. All fees are due prior to the start of term; failure to pay may result in exclusion from school activities and the withholding of reports, testimonials and examination entries. The school's board reserves the right to vary fees at its discretion.
Academics

Baobab College teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
Senior School Curriculum is split into 3 stages and prepares students for University admission worldwide. Years 7 to 9 study English, Maths, Science, French, History, Geography, Religious Studies, Art, Design and Technology, Food Technology, Music, Information Technology and Physical Education. In Years 10–11 students follow the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum culminating in examinations; English, Maths, French and Literature are among the compulsory subjects, with additional offerings such as Accounting, Business Studies, Literature in English and Travel and Tourism, plus three separate science subjects. The final stage, Senior College, has students taking three (or four in exceptional circumstances) AS and A Level subjects, with Psychology and Economics added at this stage. A Level subjects include Art and Design, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Design and Technology, Economics, English Language, English Literature, Geography, History, Information Technology, Mathematics (Pure Mathematics and Statistics), Physics, Psychology and Physical Education.

Higher Education Progression
University entrance & careers support is provided, with two tutorial sessions per week; one session focuses on careers and includes university presentations from around the world. All Senior College students are registered with BridgeU for guidance on courses to fit university requirements worldwide, and Baobab College is registered for UK university applications through UCAS. Each student receives individual support in preparing their personal statements and applications from a dedicated tutor who also helps with writing their references.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school enables students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally through its mission, values, and daily practices, and prepares them to become responsible and compassionate global citizens.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Department for Educational Needs (DEN) provides a caring and secure environment for primary and secondary students with additional learning needs and coordinates support for English as a second language.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided through the DEN.

Mental Wellbeing
Mindfulness is part of the afternoon activities programme, and the school promotes physical and mental health through its broader activity schedule.

Safeguarding
Baobab College is committed to safeguarding children and staff undergo safeguarding and safer recruitment checks as part of recruitment and safeguarding policy.
Parent Experience

History
Baobab College sits on a beautiful green campus in Lusaka, Zambia. It offers a British curriculum and internationally recognised qualifications through Cambridge Assessment International in England. The school has grown year after year, investing in facilities such as a state-of-the-art library, a new school hall, modern IT laboratories, and refurbishment of classrooms and boarding facilities. Baobab College celebrated 30 years in 2024. The school maintains traditional values alongside modern teaching methods.

Community
Baobab College has a strong, supportive and loyal community. The school balances traditional values with modern teaching methods, challenging students to perform at high levels. Community events include Christmas Carols in December 2025 and Zambia's Independence celebrations.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Baobab College sits on a green campus south of Lusaka in Zambia. The Administration Building was inaugurated in 2015, and the Library and Learning Resource Centre opened in 2019 with dedicated Primary and Secondary libraries, a Cybrary, and a language lab. A School Hall opened in 2024 with advanced acoustics and lighting for performing arts. Classrooms are extensive across Primary and Secondary, with interactive whiteboards in every room and modern labs for Food Technology, Design and Technology, and IT. The Early Learning Centre provides a secure area for indoor and outdoor learning, and the natural environment supports exploration.

Sports Facilities
Baobab College's sports facilities include an eight-lane solar-heated 25-meter swimming pool, tennis courts, and basketball courts. The campus features an extensive playing field that caters to track and field events. The swimming pool is solar-heated, and the courts support a variety of sport activities. These facilities enable a broad school sports program throughout the year.

Academic Facilities
The college has modern dedicated labs for Food Technology, Design and Technology, and Primary and Secondary IT. Interactive whiteboards are in every classroom. The Library and Learning Resource Centre opened in 2019 with dedicated Primary and Secondary libraries, a Cybrary, and a language lab. The school includes IT and AI resources such as VR headsets and robotics. The Early Learning Centre provides a secure area for indoor and outdoor learning, and a high-speed internet connection supports digital learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Performing arts are supported by the School Hall opened in 2024 with advanced acoustics and lighting. The pool, tennis courts, and basketball courts support a range of sports activities. The extensive playing field accommodates track and field events. The campus' natural environment provides opportunities to explore and learn about the outdoors.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Baobab College offers an extensive afternoon activities program that goes beyond academics. The program includes chess, science club, debating (Model United Nations), and a technology club, alongside other intellectually engaging activities. The week also features opportunities to pursue interests such as sewing, Chongololo Club, cookery, and drama. Weekly house activities support collaboration and personal initiative as students explore new intellectual and practical pursuits.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative pursuits include orchestra and choir. Drama is also offered, with additional opportunities in other creative activities as part of the afternoon program.

Social & Hobbies
Social and hobbies opportunities include knitting, crochet, and mindfulness, with additional clubs such as sewing and Chongololo Club. The after-school program supports students exploring personal interests and developing practical skills.

Community & Service
Baobab has a Parents and Teachers Committee (PTC) that promotes fellowship and community through social and fundraising activities. The PTC funds specific school projects such as interactive whiteboards, shading for sports fields, water fountains, and play areas. It also organizes events, including the Friday Market, and invites parents to volunteer.

Leadership & Professional
Baobab uses a house system with Eagle, Falcon, and Hawk. House activities are compulsory on Monday afternoons and students compete in Swimming Gala, Cross-Country, and Sports Day, with the winning house awarded the cup at year end. Senior College programs include two weekly tutorials, with one focusing on careers via university presentations and the other covering personal, social, health and citizenship topics including leadership skills and time management.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Our afternoon activities promote physical and mental health and provide creative outlets. Term-based sports run across the ISAZ and LISL calendars, with swimming, basketball, cricket, and volleyball in Term One, football and netball in Term Two, and hockey, rugby and athletics in Term Three. The program emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and well-being as part of a balanced student life.
Languages

Language Provision
Baobab College teaches English and French. English is offered as a language of study and the Department for Educational Needs (DEN) provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support. French is taught as a subject in Middle School and Senior School. English Language is offered at A Level as part of the senior curriculum.
Admissions

Admissions
Baobab College is a Zambian international school and admission is non-selective and not dependent on academic ability. Children enter a year group according to their age. The Early Learning Centre accepts children from age 2, Reception at age 4, and Year 1 at age 5. Secondary school starts at age 11 in Year 7. The school year starts in mid-August, with Term 2 beginning in January and Term 3 in April, ending in June. Children may be admitted throughout the school year, subject to approval of the Heads of School and the Principal. Entry is conditional on satisfactory completion of the application process: there is an entry assessment to understand current attainment; a report from the child's previous school where applicable; and a declaration of known special educational or medical needs. Baobab is willing to admit pupils with special needs or disabilities if the school can support the child; the Department for Educational Needs provides support for special needs and language tuition for English as a second language. Children who do not have English as a first language undertake a language proficiency assessment. An Admissions Policy exists.

Scholarships
Baobab College has a proud tradition of offering Scholarships and Bursaries to deserving students and families, for the support of our school community and the wider community in Zambia. The aims of the policy are to help deserving and very under-privileged children in Zambia, attract high achieving students, provide support for loyal parents when they are experiencing serious financial hardship, and support families in the wider community who wish to bring their children to Baobab. Baobab College offers The Beacon Scholarship at our school for students with strong leadership qualities. The Beacon Scholarship is a changemaker programme that offers access for financially disadvantaged students to Baobab College, and to top-tier universities in the UK, with leadership training, mentoring, and a goal-setting performance management system. All applicants must demonstrate that they are ‘Changemakers' i.e. they are already making a difference now and have a capacity to take people with them. The Beacon Scholarship for Schools covers admission and attendance, with tuition (and boarding) split three ways: 1/3 School; 1/3 Beacon; 1/3 Scholar Parents/Sponsors. Eligibility requirements: normally resident in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, or Zambia; age 13–18; evidence of strong leadership capabilities in four areas (Academic excellence; Achievement in sport, music, or drama; Social Influence & Communication; Citizenship); annual Gross Household Income not exceeding US$80,000; admission to Baobab College through the Beacon Scholarship is subject to space available. The Beacon Scholarship for University covers undergraduate study (medicine, dentistry and veterinary sciences excluded). Candidates must already hold an offer from a Beacon Partner university to qualify. Tuition and maintenance fees are split three ways: 1/3 University Partner; 1/3 Beacon; 1/3 Scholar Parents/Sponsors/Guardians. Beacon Partner Universities currently include: University of Bristol; University of Cambridge; Cardiff University; Imperial College London; London School of Economics; University of Surrey. Eligibility requirements: normally resident in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, or Zambia; evidence of strong leadership capabilities in four areas; capacity to study independently overseas; annual Gross Household Income not exceeding US$100,000. To apply for The Beacon Scholarship for Schools or University please click on the Apply tab at www.beaconscholarship.com.
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