Ethiopia Pre School Structure

Early childhood care and education (ECCE) has an important contribution to the future of children, and the overall quality of learning and development of a country The government of Ethiopia has made a significant investment in early childhood education programs since 2010. the government of Ethiopia has set a national goal aimed at enrolling 80% of children below the age of 6 years in kindergarten classes called O-classes.

O-classes are Early Childhood Development (ECD) Centers in schools that are designed to provide children with a year of center-based, pre-primary education ahead of their first year in formal school. It is a one-year preparatory program for children aged 6 before entering grade 1. There are international schools available that offer education from creches, nursery, pre-school, or kindergarten.

Pre-primary education

• Ages                            : 5-6 years
• Duration                      : 1 year (O class), 2 years in other institutions.
• Primary Languages     : Amharic, English
• Terms                          : 2-3 semesters
• Admission Term          : Beginning of the term

Pre-primary curriculum- Pre-primary education in Ethiopia considers the holistic development of the child and learning focuses on a variety of areas namely, social-emotional, language and literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, physical development, and health and fine arts. Pre-primary education programs in Ethiopia provide a variety of planned experiences within an intentionally designed environment that enable children to learn through play, interaction, exploration, manipulation, and self-discovery.

Children are unique and active contributors to their learning and parents and teacher play a collaborative part to make the learning process efficient and easier for the children. Several schools in Ethiopia provide good pre-primary education. As a parent, it is of utmost importance to choose the right school and learning environment that will bring out the best learning for your child and allow them to reach their full potential.

Examples of International Pre-Schools in Ethiopia

Flipper International School (Early Years)- this is a privately-owned international, Cambridge Accredited School and enrolls both Ethiopian and Foreign Nationals from the early years to grade 12. It offers education across 4 branches. Early years branches include the Casanchis Branch, Lancia Branch, and the Sumit Branch. The school aims to provide a secure, safe learning environment, loving, motivating, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.

• Founded                                        : 1998
• Location                                         :Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Grades                                          : foundation- 12^th grade.
• Language of instruction                : English
• Type                                              : co-educational, private
• Terms                                            : 3

Membership and accreditation: the Ministry of Education of Ethiopia, the Ministry of Education of Ethiopia, and International Education Group.

Flipper International School follows the Ethiopian National curriculum in coordination with the Cambridge International Curriculum, with aspects of the Montessori Educational System. The curriculum here strives to stimulate and encourage students to acquire the skills and knowledge that enables them to be independent, creative thinkers with high moral values and a global perspective.

Prospective students- the following Documents are required upon enrolment. Enrolment will be confirmed depending on the availability of space.

• Parents/ Guardians will be requested to submit completed “child information form” together with copy of child’s passport or birth certificate
• A copy of vaccination records
• one passport size picture
• last progress report from previous school (tyransfering students).
• A Signed letter of understanding of Flipper International School policies and Procedures

Tuition and Fees-  fees to be paid here is as follws:

Capital levy fee for new students: US$500 (once off)

Registeration fee for new students: US$ 100

School Fees for New Students (2021/22)

                                                                        Term Fee US$           Material Fee US$

Foundation                                                      1000                            75

Kindergarten                                                   1000                            75

Preparatory                                                      1000                            75

Prep II                                                             1200                            150

Good Beginnings Daycare and Preschool

This is a franchise international preschool that is committed to professionalism and education and provides care for children aged 6 months to school-going age. The school is fully equipped and designed to offer the highest safety standards, to ensure the health and safety of children, and enhance comfort and convenience. The school provides developmentally appropriate toys, equipment, and materials that help foster the child’s learning and growth. The school aims to provide young children with a stimulating, exciting, and safe environment, where they can discover, communicate and learn to express themselves.

• address                                : Temenja Yaz, New AU Road, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Primary Languages              : English
• Admission Term                    : throughout the year
• Opening hours                      : Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Curriculum- Learning is facilitated Through play and activities, music and song, story and poetry, experience and observation, interaction, and communication. The school offers an International Preschool Curriculum, designed for children ages 3-6 years and is research, objective, play, and thematic based. It focuses on 6 main areas namely, Language Arts, Numeracy, Creative Arts, Socio-Emotional, Sciences, and Motor Skills. The school uses a variety of learning aids to enhance understanding and their overall learning experience.

This is an ideal 21^st-century modern school offering:

• Friendly and Dedicated staff
• Smaller Class Sizes
• Play-based learning
• Bright, Active Rooms
• The outdoor soft playing area
• Fully equipped library
• Structured role playroom

Application for Admission

To be admitted into the school, parents should provide the following:

• A Completed Parent or Guardian Agreement
• A Completed Registration form
• A Passport size photo of your child
• A Completed Emergency Medical Treatment Consent form
• Completed photograph permission forms
• Non- refundable registration fee of ETB 3000

Intellectual International School

This is a private international school in Addis Ababa.  It has 6 branches offering education from kindergarten to the 12^th grade. These include the African Union Branch in Addis Ababa (kindegarten to 8^th grade), Ferensay brancnh in Addis Ababa (kindergarten to 12^th grade), CMC Branch in Addis Ababa (kindegarten to 8^th grade), Sarbet Branch in adis ababa (kindergarten onllly), Alemgena branch in Oromia Region (kidergarten to 12^th grade), Mekelle branch in Mekelle Region (kindergarten to 12^th grade). The school aims to provide students with excellent academic programs and a nurturing environment with close student-teacher relationships to tap into their full potential.

• Established                                : 2004
• address                                      : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Bole Sub City, Zimbabwe Street W: 02 H. No:11/2 Primary Languages: English
• Admission Term                         : throughout the year
• Opening hours                           : Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
• Education here is focused on math, science, foreign languages, literature, and art subjects.

Kindergarten (Aged 3-5)- the school offers the British Early Years Foundation Stage program, combined with the Jolly Phonics reading program. it enables children to learn through fun-based activities like stories, songs, drama, actions, movies, and puppetry and prepares them adequately for a smooth transition into the year one class.

Admission requirements- to be admitted int the school, the following are the Required Documents:

• Application forms
• Proof of non-refundable application fee payment.
• Previous School’s Transcript (if transferring)
• Birth Certificate Copy
• Copy of Student’s Passport/ID’s Copy (if available)
• Copy of Parent’s or Guardian's Passport/ID’s Copies
• 4 Photo (3x4)
• Equivalence letter(foreigners only)
• Resident ID (foreigners only)
• Recommendation Letter

Tuition and fees- the following are the fees for African Union and CMC Branches School Fee Structure (2021-2022).

Registration For New Students

Kindergarten (Cambridge Curriculum)                 Installments   

1^st (40%)         2^nd (30%)        3^rd (30%)        Total

Tuition Fee For New Registration                  $1 280             $960                $960                $3 200

Up Front Payment Discount (5%)                  $3 040             -                       -                       $3 040

Sibling Discount (3%) Only                            $1 242             $931                $931                $3 104

Up Front (5%),Sibling (3%) Discounts           $2 949             -                       -                       $2 949

Additional Fees For New Students              Kindergarten

Admission Fee                                                $1 000

Books Fee                                                       $350   

FERENSAY BRANCH                               1^st (40%)         2^nd (30%)        3^rd (30%)        Total

Tuition Fee For New Registration                  $1 800             $1 350             $1 350             $4 500

Up front Payment Discount (5%) Only          $4 275             -                       -                       $4 275

Sibling Discount (3%) Only                            $1 746             $1 310             $1 310             $4 365

Up front (5%) + Sibling (3%) Discounts        $4 147             -                       -                       $4 147

Extracurricular activities- the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities and clubs including but not limited to the French club, 4-H, student council, radio, honor society, yearbook, chess club, drumline, drama, Science Olympiad, choir, math league, ROTC, marching band, Business Professionals of America, mock trial team, dance club, Foreign Languages, Sports Clubs, Arts Club, Science Club, ICT club, Taekwondo club, Tennis club,  and the Cooking Club