Secondary education in Angola starts at eleven and lasts for eight years. The secondary education system is divided into two cycles of three or four years each. Students may opt for a three-year course required to enter universities, or they may opt for a four-year technical education course. T
echnical education includes specialized education in areas including business, health, agriculture, fisheries, and mechanics, to mention but a few. The secondary education cycles or options are as follows: secondary education (Ensino Secundario 1 ciclo) 1st cycle encompasses grades 7 to 9, secondary education 2nd cycle (Ensino Secundario 2 ciclo) encompasses grades 10 to 12 or 13 for general programs.
- Age: 11 to 18
- Grades: 7-12 or 13
- Primary Languages: English/ Portuguese
- Terms : 3 terms
- Admission Term: Beginning of the term.
The curriculum for secondary school focuses on areas including English, languages, mathematics, natural sciences, social studies, arts, and physical education, to mention but a few. Some schools offer secondary education that is divided into middle school and high school, or junior secondary and senior secondary school. Let us briefly look at some of the schools that offer education t international students.
Green-ward International School
Is a Cambridge International School based in Luanda, Angola. It is a vibrant rapidly evolving institution that is certified by Cambridge International Education Assessment for providing education and training in various areas. Learning here is based on an integrated system that is Child-Centered, and on a one-to-one basis between a Teacher as a facilitator and a student. It offers a one-on-one interactive approach that is suitable for children.
- Location: xyami Kilamba entrance, 200 m from suave entrance
- Curriculum: Cambridge
- Type: Co-educational
Curriculum: The school offers an internationally recognized Cambridge curriculum, and has excellent academic standards with highly committed staff. The curriculum uses Continuous Assessment to assist in monitoring the learning progress of individuals to diagnose any learning disabilities, and determine the best corrective response for each student. It recognizes that students are complex and grasp things differently.
Areas and subjects taught here include English as a first language, Portuguese, Mathematics, Science (Biology, Physics, and Chemistry), Geography, Social and Development Studies, Creative and Technology Studies, Spiritual and Moral Education, Computer Technology, Global Perspectives, and Music and Art.
Luanda International School (LIS)
This is a private, co-educational international day school located in the capital, Luanda. The school offers the International Baccalaureate middle years program from grade 7 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.
- Established: 1996
- Address: Via S6, Bairro de Talatona, Município de Belas, Luanda
- Student population: 600+
- International representation: 55+ nations
- Language: English
- Terms: 3
- Accreditation: International Baccalaureate, New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), and the Council of International Schools (CIS)
The Middle Years Program is a conceptual and skills-based curriculum framework that helps students develop subject-specific and interdisciplinary understanding. There are eight subject groups in the middle year's program which students are required to study each year. These subject groups include The Arts (Drama, Music, and Visual Art), Individuals and Societies, Language and Literature (English, Portuguese, and Spanish), Language Acquisition (English, Portuguese, and Spanish), Mathematics, Physical and Health Education, Sciences, and Design.
the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program-this is a two-year Programme for students between the ages of 16-19. In this program, students are required to take six subjects, three at a higher level and three at a standard level. Subjects are selected from the following subject groups:
Group 1: Language A- English Language and Literature, Portuguese Language and Literature, and Self Taught Language and Literature
Group 2: Language Acquisition- English B, Portuguese B, Spanish B, and Spanish Ab initio
Group 3: Individuals and Societies- Economics, Environmental Systems and Societies, Geography, and History
Group 4: Sciences- biology, Chemistry, Design Technology, Environmental Systems and Societies, Physics, Sports Exercise, andHealth Science.
Group 5: Mathematics- Mathematics: Application and Interpretation, Mathematical Analysis and Approaches.
Group 6: Arts- Music, Theatre, and Visual arts.
One subject must be chosen from each of the first five groups whilst the sixth subject can be from group 6 or a second subject from groups 1 to 4.
Application Requirements
The following are required to apply at the school:
- Application forms
- Medical Forms
- Parent’s or Guardian’s passport (international students)
- ID Prospective student’s passport (international students)
- An ID copy (students older than sixteen)
- birth certificate (minors younger than sixteen)
Co-curricular activities here encompass four aspects including after-school activities, the arts, sports, and outdoor education which are focused on developing the student holistically and providing opportunities to excel.
American School of Angola
This is an international school in Angola that offers an American style, innovative, and technology-driven education. it offers education from the Pre-Kindergarten level to the 12th grade. This school's calendar follows a northern system and begins in mid-Agust and ends in June. The school offers technology-based blended-learning classrooms and other technologically advanced facilities.
- Address: Condominio Rosalinda, Estrada de Samba, Luanda
- Duration: 5 years
- Language: English
- Admission Term: august, May.
- Terms: 3
- Pre-school hours: 8:30 a.m to 2:30 p.m from Monday to Friday and clubs till 3:30 pm.
Middle School-middle School here encompasses grades 6 to 8, for students aged 11 – 13. Education is offered in various areas including languages, humanities, social sciences, mathematics, arts, and science. The school provides inquiry-based learning projects, career exploration and, blended lessons.
High School- the high school program encompasses grades 9 to 12 for children aged 14 to 17. High school students here must take five courses between each half of the academic year to be considered full-time. Students are exposed to various subjects and areas including specific English Language, Arts, Mathematics (Algebra and Geometry), science (Biology and physical science), social studies, fine arts, technical art, languages, and more.
Extracurricular activities- students are exposed to a variety of extracurricular activities including Sports camps, Science trips, Museums and cultural events, and various Competitions.
