Early childhood education (ECE), also known as nursery school or L’enseignement Maternel in Cameroon, is non-compulsory and lasts for two years. It aims to prepare students for elementary school. Pre-primary education is administered by the Ministry of Basic Education (MINEDUB).
Pre-primary Education in Cameroon is formally a two-year program starting from the ages of 4 to 6 years. This is the foundation of child development and the start of the journey of lifelong learning. learning in pre-primary education focuses mostly on five domains namely Literacy and Communication, Science and Technological Skills Development, Practical Life Skills, Arts and Crafts, and Motor Skills.
Pre-primary education
- Ages : 3-5 years
- Duration: 2 years
- Primary Languages: French, English
- Terms : 2 semesters
- Admission Term: Beginning of the term
Pre-primary education in Cameroon takes into consideration the holistic development of the child and learning focuses on a variety of areas namely:
- Cultural activities- teaching them how to Cherish traditions
- Language- how to Use letters and words
- Numeracy- how to use everyday numbers
- Music- how to use tunes and rhythms
- Art- Encouraging creativity ( through artwork including drawing, construction art, cardboard play art, and more)
- Environment- Learning how to coexist with nature which is full of fascinating elements to stimulate children’s curiosity.
- Peer relationships- Developing positive interaction with other children.
Examples of International Pre-Schools in CAMEROON
American School of Yaounde (preschool section)
This is a non-sectarian, independent, co-educational school that offers rigorous US styled education and consists of 4 sections namely the early childhood (Prekindergarten 3 to kindergarten), elementary school (grades 1 to 5), middle school (grades 6 to 8), and high school (grades 9 to 12). Students here learn through inquiry and active exploration, watching, creating, experimenting, investigating, and discovering, and they are stimulated to develop their skills and attitudes to grow as confident learners.
The school offers the Primary Years Program (PYP) offered by the International Baccalaureate (IB) and encompasses early childhood education to primary school. Early learning in the Primary Years Program is a holistic learning experience that integrates socio-emotional, physical, and cognitive student development and conducted in a unique environment that promotes play, exploration, and discovery.
- Founded: 1964
- Address: B.P. 7475 Rue Martin Samba, Yaounde, XAX Cameroon
- Grades: pre-Kindergarten to 5th grade.
- Language of instruction: English
- Type: co-educational, non-profit.
- Curriculum: International Baccalaureate (IB)
The early years' classes here are divided into PreK 3, PreK 4, and Kindergarten classes. The Pre-Kindergarten 3 class is for children who are 3 years of age, Pre-Kindergarten 4 is for children who 4 years old, and Kindergarten is for children who are 5 years old.
Facilities- the school offers a wide range of facilities that consist of 25 classrooms, a computer lab, 2 science labs, a 16 000-volume multimedia library, a learning support center, ELL support center, a Canteen, a multi-purpose room, a courtyard for events, Sports facilities including 2 tennis courts, one multi-purpose outdoor court, a covered basketball court, a swimming pool, a kiddie pool, a soccer field with artificial turf, and 2 playgrounds.
Prospective students- the following are required for students who seek to apply for admission to the school:
- An application fee of $650 9non refundable)
- School records from the last two years, in English and with a grading key
- Special education testing or an Individual Education Plan (IEP), if applicable
- A student evaluation form, from the current teacher (transferring students)
- Copy of the student’s passport or birth certificate
Tuition and Fees
The following are the fees to be paid by the students here. Note that Parents who pay the full tuition early will receive a 3% discount and Those who request a payment plan will pay a 3% financing fee.
Classes Semester 1 Semester 2 Annual
Pre-K 3 Tuition $3 397 $3 397 $6 795
Pre-K 4 Tuition $4 375 $4 375 $8 750
Kindergarten – Grade 5 Tuition $10 855 $10 855 $21 710
Additional Fees
New Students Returning Students
Application Fee $650 one-off $0
Capital Levy $7 500 one-off $500
Capital Levy- Pre-K4 $1 000 $1500
Capital Levy- Pre-K3 $1 000 -
Learning Support Program (need assessed) $3 000 $3 000
Nazareth Anglo-Saxon Nursery and Primary School
This is a private, non-profit school with modern infrastructure and high-standard facilities to facilitate children's sensory and perception memories. The school offers Audio-Visual Learning to Nursery children, which helps children here to understand and assimilate things easily. The school aims to inspire all children regardless of their background or circumstances and nurture their talents and abilities. The school prioritizes academic and moral upbringing.
- address: Montée Jouvence, Biyem-assi, Yaounde, Cameroon
- Duration of study: 2 years
- Primary Languages: English
- Terms : 2 terms
- Admission Term: Beginning of the term
- Opening hours: 07:30 am to 03.30 pm Monday-Friday
Nazareth Anglo-Saxon Nursery and Primary School?
- Devoted, qualified, and experienced staff with good moral standards
- Audio Visual Learning is available and makes learning easier for the children.
- Good academic and moral upbringing.
- Spacious and comfortable classrooms
- School bus service
- A beautiful and safe playground
- Conducive learning and teaching environment with modern facilities
Application for Admission
To be admitted into Nazareth Anglo-Saxon Nursery and Primary School, students should provide the following:
- A photocopy of the child's birth certificate
- A photocopy of the vaccination card
- A Registration form
- A report booklet
- 4 passports size photographs
Tuition and fees- parents should note the fees below that they have to pay at the school:
Class Registration 1st Installment 2nd Installment Total
Pre-Nursery 25 000 75 000 55 000 155 000
Nursery 1 25 000 75 000 45 000 145 000
Nursery 2 25 000 75 000 55 000 155 000
that combines facts, theories, practice aaudiovisualsgraphic presentation, field trips, and more to enable students to grasp knowledge enjoyably, understanding the world in a broader perspective, developing a love for llifellong learning.
Adress: Yaounde, Cameroon
Established: 2010
Primary Languages: English
Terms : 2 terms
Admission Term: Beginning of the term
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 3:00PM
Facilities- the school offers a variety of facilities to enhance the students’ learning experience. These include a large children’s Library, A secure Playground, an Educative toy Room, A fully equipped computer lab with a variety of educational software and fast internet access, and A fully equipped Science Laboratory, to mention but a few.
Curriculum- students are taught in crucial areas including English, Maths, General studies, and Physical education, to mention but a few. In these key areas, students learn how to construct sentences, how to read, how to count, Learn about families, Learn basic moral concepts including sharing, Shapes, Identifying colors, Learn alphabet sounds, Writing, and more.