Secondary education consists of two levels, junior or lower secondary education and upper secondary or high school. Lower secondary in Mali is part of basic education and at the end of which students are awarded the Diplôme d’etudes fondamentales (DEF).
Secondary school can also be in two streams, the technical and the general stream. General and technical secondary education is provided in high schools and aims at enabling the students to acquire theoretical and practical general and technical knowledge.
- Grades: 7-12 or 13
- Duration: 6 years
- Primary Languages: French
- Terms : 2 terms
- Admission Term: throughout the year
General secondary education admits holders of the Basic Education Certificate (DEF) and covers three years, at the end of which the students sit for the Baccalaureat examination which is equivalent to the GCE Advanced Level. Technical education institutions also admit holders of the Basic Education Certificate (DEF) who will study for at least two years and will be awarded the Certificat d’Aptitude Professionnel (CAP) or the four-year Brevet de Technicien (BT).
Let’s take a brief look at some international schools offering some of the best education for locals and expatriates in mali.
Enko Bamako
This is an African international school in Bamako, Mali, and the only school in Mali that offers the prestigious International Baccalaureate diploma program. It offers tuition from grades 6 to 12 and prepares students to be open-minded and with a global perspective. The school is part of the Enko Education, a network of African international schools. Enko Bamako offers a high-quality program and a unique educational experience that allows the development of academic, social, cultural, and moral aspects in each student.
- Founded: 2018
- Address: Quartier du Fleuve, rue 310, porte 510 Ancien CompuMali, Bamako Mali
- Grades: grade 6 to 12th grade.
- Language of instruction: English, French
- Type: co-educational, non-profit.
- Terms: 2 terms
Curriculum- the school offers a variety of subjects that seek to develop students into internationally minded students with a global p[erpective and who make positive future decisions. these include language acquisition, literature, individuals and societies, sciences, the Arts, and sciences, theory of knowledge, creative active service, to mention but a few.
Tuition and Fees -Tuition and fees for the academic year are quoted in FCFA and are as follows:
Registration fees
Registration fees Re-enrollment fees
Before 05/31 After 05/31 Before 05/31 After 05/31
100 000 200 000 100 000 150 000
These fees are non-refundable.
Tuition Fees/ School Fees
Grades Total Upfront Quarterly/ Termlly Payment
At Registration Before 30/11 Before 28/02
Grades 6-9 1 768 000 1 679 600 707 200 707 200 353 600
10 to 12 2 424 000 2 302 800 969 600 969 600 484 800
Facilities- students have access to classrooms, science laboratories, computer laboratories, rooms equipped with Wi-Fi, sports facilities, and open spaces, to mention but a few.
Prospective students- students will be accepted on passing the entrance tests and submission of the requirements including:
- academic reports of the 3 previous classes according to the class in which the pupil must be admitted.
- duly completed and signed school contract, the payment policy, and the internal regulations.
- 2 recent identity photos of the pupil
- A copy of the student’s birth certificate
- a copy of the student’s passport.
- Proof of registration fees and the 1st installment payment.
Sports and extracurricular activities- students can enjoy a variety of sporting codes and extracurricular activities offered here. These include Educational outings to museums, visits to tourist sites, research centers, and other places, School trips, Citizen debates, Conferences, gymnastics, Endurance, Basketball, and Soccer, to mention but a few.
The American International School of Bamako (AISB)
It is an independent, coeducational international private day school that offers a US-based program from prekindergarten to grade 12 and a high school program including Advanced Placement (AP) courses. It has a diverse, and multicultural student body from various countries. The American based education encourages critical thinking and inquiry together with intellectual, social, and personal growth
High school Section
- Established: 1977
- Address: Rue 90. Port 134, Bougouba, Sotuba, Bamako, Mali
- Ages: 3-5
- Duration of study: 2 years
- Primary Languages: English
- Student population: 185
- International student representation: 35 nationalities
- Academic staff: 24
- Terms : 3 terms
Accreditation: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA) and is a full member of the Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA).
Curriculum- The school offers an American-based curriculum and AP courses. Subjects offered include French, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), technology, music, art, and physical education, to mention but a few.
Extracurricular activities- students can enjoy a variety of extracurricular activities such as arts, drama, athletics, and various sports, to mention but a few. This also gives students a chance to find out what they are good at at an early age and to be grounded in various areas.
Facilities- The school offers a variety of facilities such as classrooms, outdoor areas, an aerobics/resistance training gym, a multipurpose room, landscaped grounds, two swimming pools, play and garden spaces, a science lab, a workout room, student lounge, and study areas, two computer labs, the library, a maker space, performing and visual arts facilities, a large events terrace overlooking the river, a catering kitchen, gardens, covered areas, a ball court and athletics fields, to mention but a few.
Prospective students- the following are required for students who wish to be enrolled at the school, subject to space availability.
- Proof of age i.e A copy of the student's passport information page
- a copy of the certificate of birth.
- A copy of the applicant's inoculation/ vaccination record.
- A copy of the last three years’ school records is required.
Tuition and fees-Tuition and Fees for 2021-2022 School Year
Tuition
Grade 6-8 $19 189
Grade 9-12 $20 313
Fees
Annual Capital Development Fee $1 000
Bus Fee $1 913 (optional)
Fees for NEW students
Registration Fee $350
Capital Development Fee- Kindergarten to 12th grade $4 500 ($3,500 is payable for returning student moving up from PK 4)
