

Lotus International School
Updated July 2026
Lotus International School is a child-centered institution in East Legon, Accra, providing high-quality education for students aged 1 to 18. It utilizes a Cambridge-based curriculum with small class sizes to deliver personalized instruction and holistic development.
Teaching approach
Lotus International School is committed to building a firm foundation for the future by fostering excellence, integrity, resilience, innovation, empathy, global mindedness, and growth. The institution follows a child-centered approach, aiming to empower students to become ethical, curious, and resilient learners who can contribute positively to a rapidly changing world.
Programmes
The school offers a comprehensive educational pathway from Preschool (ages 1–5) through to Secondary School (Year 13). The curriculum is primarily based on the Cambridge framework, covering core subjects such as Mathematics, English, Science, Computing, Geography, History, and French, with the addition of Ghanaian content in History and Religious and Moral Education. Secondary students progress through Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and A-Level programmes, with specialized subjects including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Economics, and Business introduced at appropriate stages.
Outcomes
The school aims to produce lifelong learners, ethical and empathetic leaders, innovative problem-solvers, and resilient global citizens. Students are prepared for international academic success through Cambridge assessments, including Primary Checkpoint exams, IGCSEs, and A-Levels, which facilitate university admissions and future career paths.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides additional academic support through structured afterschool and Saturday classes. These sessions are designed to reinforce classroom topics, provide extra help with challenging subjects, and offer intensive revision opportunities to ensure steady academic growth for all learners.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
Prospective families are invited to enrol through the school's website or by contacting the administration office directly. The school maintains small class sizes, with a ratio of six students per teacher to ensure personalized attention for every learner.
Calendar
The school operates on a standard academic schedule with working hours from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Additionally, the school provides extended learning opportunities through afterschool classes (3:00 PM – 5:00 PM), Saturday sessions (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM), and seasonal programmes including a six-week summer camp, a Christmas Jamboree, and an Easter revision programme.
About the campus
Located in the American House area of East Legon, Accra, the campus provides a serene environment for learning. The school is equipped with facilities to support its academic and extracurricular programmes, including classrooms designed for small group instruction and spaces for integrated learning activities.
Co-curriculars
The school emphasizes holistic development through a variety of extracurricular and co-curricular activities. These include physical education, arts, and educational field trips. Seasonal programmes, such as the Superbrains Summer Camp and Christmas Jamboree, also incorporate creative arts, life skills, and career talks from industry professionals.


Mrs. Akua TutuFounder & PrincipalMrs. Akua Tutu is the founder and principal of Lotus International School, bringing over 50 years of teaching experience in Ghana and the United States. She previously dedicated 24 years to the Ghana International School (GIS), where she was the recipient of their first-ever Best Teacher Award.
Adwoa Osei-AppiahVice PrincipalAdwoa Osei-Appiah is an education leader and human resource professional who joined Lotus International School in January 2019. She holds a BSc in Business Administration from Ashesi University and an MBA in Human Resource Management, and she oversees academic excellence, curriculum development, and teacher management.
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National Curriculum (England)
Cambridge Primary