International School of Dakar

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The International School of Dakar (ISD), is a private school in Dakar, Senegal on Africa's Western Coast. ISD is based on an American curriculum, with preschool through 12th grades.

[edit] Campus

ISD is based on four acres of land overlooking the Atlantic coast. The campus includes a library, two computer labs, art and music wings, two playgrounds as well as a multi-purpose gymnasium all based around a beautiful soccer field and track. The American Club located next to the school, allows students to play various sports, including swimming, tennis and basketball as well as a small snack bar. As of 2007 August, the school had an estimated 300 students. The Elementary part of the school was relocated to its current position, next to the gymnasium, on November 26, 2007.

[edit] Curriculum

ISD follows the same curriculum that most schools in the United States use. Instruction is in English. French is offered once per day for all grades, and there are four levels in which the students progress. Middle school is partially integrated, with a daily community meeting time. Preschool is for three and four year olds and is a half day program only. ISD is committed to quality education and an international environment, provides specialized training for English as a second language students as well as a special needs program. ISD is accredited by the Middle School Association of Colleges and Schools and the Council of International Schools

[edit] Tuition

For grades K-5 the tuition is $12,655, grades 6-8 costs $13,595 and for 9-12 it is $15,310. Students pay an annual $150 for the Technology program, and the regristration fee is $100. Re-regristration is $35. All fees can be paid in either Dollars or the local CFA.