Monsif International School

Established in 1945, the school aims to foster a supportive, inclusive environment that promotes moral and academic excellence. It emphasizes personal growth, critical thinking, and international-mindedness, striving to prepare students to be responsible, ethical leaders. The school maintains a small class size to ensure individual attention and a nurturing approach to student development.

The school offers a trilingual education in English, Arabic, and French, with Spanish available as an optional fourth language. It is an authorized IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) school for grades 11 and 12 and a candidate school for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Kindergarten through grade 6. Additionally, the school provides a High School Program for students who have previously studied abroad in American or British systems, with a strong focus on preparation for university entrance exams such as the SAT and TOEFL.

The school provides special education and inclusive education services to support students with diverse needs. It also offers student counseling and English Language Learner (ELL) support, utilizing scaffolded instruction and visual aids to ensure equitable access to the curriculum. Teachers are trained to differentiate assessments to accommodate varying language abilities and individual student requirements.

The school admits students regardless of race, color, religion, gender, disability, or national origin. Prospective families are required to submit a student application, and the school offers financial assistance through a dedicated Scholarship Committee for those who qualify. Fees are payable in three installments throughout the academic year, and the school maintains a specific refund policy for student withdrawals.

The academic year typically runs from September to June, with classes scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:45 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. The calendar includes standard national and religious holidays, such as Independence Day, Christmas/New Year, and Eid Al Fitr. The year is divided into two semesters, each containing two terms, with mid-year and final exams concluding each semester.

The campus features state-of-the-art athletic facilities, including two newly renovated indoor gyms, an outdoor gym, and an 850m2 artificial grass soccer pitch. Additional amenities include an 1100m2 basketball court that also accommodates volleyball and tennis, a sand playground for long jumps, and dedicated outdoor play areas for Kindergarten students. The school also maintains libraries and laboratories to support its academic programmes.

The school provides an enriching environment through various activities that complement academic work, including gymnastics, ballet, mixed dance, basketball, and football. Physical education is mandatory for all students from Kindergarten through grade twelve, with additional after-school sports opportunities available. The school also hosts a 5th-grade PYP Exhibition, which serves as a collaborative, student-driven project.