International ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Schools: Africa
Hardly a day goes by without an inquiry on our asking about schools in a particular city or region of Africa.
- These inquiries can be as general as "I'm looking for a school to attend."
- Some people want to send their child to a boarding school but are concerned about the cost. " need a boarding school...cheap and affordable boarding school."
- Some ask for schools in a specific location. "Any boarding schools around Mafikeng?" (Mafikeng is the capital of the North-West Province of South Africa.) "I'm looking for a place in Form 3 in any boarding school in Zimbabwe."
With those inquiries in mind, here are some resources to help you find private schools in Africa.
The Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa (ISASA) bills itself as "the largest association of independent schools in South Africa and the Southern African region." Its website has an easy-to-use .
The Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA) describes itself as "a collaborative learning community of accredited, internationally minded schools in Africa, which provides targeted services and relevant resources, facilitates innovative programmes, and connects people."
Its website contains in Angola, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cote d'Ivoire, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Guinea, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mozambique, Morrocco, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leon, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania,, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Schools SA lists boarding schools by province in South Africa. Using a tool like this makes searching for schools in South Africa reasonably easy.
Another way to learn about schools is to ask family, friends, and trusted advisors. Their input and advice can be invaluable.
K-12 Independent Schools in Africa with ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø and Day Options
Location: Franschhoek, South Africa
Type: Co-educational, Independent
Age Range: Playschool to Matriculation
ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø/Day: Both available from Grade 6 to Matric
Description: Situated in the Cape Winelands, offering a sustainable learning environment.
Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Type: Bilingual (English/French), International
Age Range: Nursery to Grade 12
ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø/Day: Both options available
Description: Offers a comprehensive international curriculum.
Location: Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Type: Boys-only, Independent
Age Range: Grades 8 to 12
ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø/Day: Both options available
Description: Established in 1856, known for its academic excellence.
Location: Ruiru, Kenya
Type: Christian, Int