Students must arrive before 7:25 am at the Hadat branch and 7:15 am at the Amrousieh branch. Dismissal occurs in two phases: preschools and cycle 1 stages dismiss at 1:30 pm in Hadat and 1:15 pm in Amrousieh. All other classes dismiss at 2:15 pm in Hadat and 2:05 pm in Amrousieh.

Tuition varies from one student to another depending on the stage of school the child is enrolled in. Fees also vary depending on the number of siblings who are enrolled. Please visit our admissions department in person for more details.

Our curriculum is divided into two parts with the option of either English or French being taught along with Arabic. Students taking English classes will take French as a second language and vice versa.

Normal business hours at Albayan Schools in both branches are:

• Monday-Friday from 7:30 am to 3:00 pm
• Saturday from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm

The following documentation is required to enroll a child in our preschool program:

• Individual Civil Registration extract or a copy of the student’s passport (if available).
• Medical record including vaccination records.
• Legal guardian or custodial papers (if applicable).
• Two or more emergency contacts besides parents (names and phone numbers).
• Two passport photos.
• Any special evaluations carried out by a previous school or outside agencies (if applicable).
• School attestation from previous school certifying student’s registration with the Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education, class, and successful completion of the previous academic year.

Albayan Schools gurantee preschoolers aged 3 to 5 can be enrolled at school.

• KG1/PS1: Must turn 3 years of age by January 31
• KG2/PS2: Must turn 4 years of age by January 31
• KG3/PS3: Must turn 5 years of age by January 31

The student must take part in an interview that will be used to confirm both class level and lateral thinking ability. We will also interview a potential student’s parents to ensure we obtain accurate feedback regarding the child’s abilities and social life.

The following documentation is required to enroll a child in our private primary, middle, or secondary cycle programs:

• Student's Individual Civil Registration extract and a copy of the student’s passport (if available).
• Legal guardian or custodial papers (if applicable).
• Two or more emergency contacts besides parents (names and phone numbers).
• A discipline report from previous school.
• Academic records from the past year.
• Any special evaluations carried out by a previous school or outside agencies, if applicable, must be presented.
• Academic references from the student’s previous school, if applicable.
• Medical records including vaccination records.
• School attestation from previous school certifying student’s registration with the Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education, class, and successful completion of the previous academic year.
• Official exam results for Grade 9 students who are promoted to Grade 10.

Grade 9/EB9 and Grade 12/ES3 require students to sit official exams (Brevet and Baccalaureate). Completing these exams successfully allows the student to be promoted to either the following year of high school or to college. A certified copy of the official certificate needs to be received at the beginning of the school year (for new students only).

Absolutely! Our schools have obtained a state-licensed credential from the Ministry of Education and Higher Education that allows us to enroll the children of expats as students in our private education institution.

Albayan Schools organize university orientations throughout the school year and works hard to provide greater opportunities for students to be accepted at public and private universities both in Lebanon and across the globe.

Transportation covers the entire region. However, the cost of transportation will vary depending on how far you are from the educational facility.

We offer two types of activities. Curricular activities involve educational themes covered in the classroom. Extracurricular activities include subjects like music and theater along with fun and educational trips.

The school canteen is certified and is a clean location where students can obtain a wide variety of snacks and healthy foods. All the school’s policies are followed by canteen staff especially proper health practices.

There are three playgrounds at Albayan Schools and recess times are on a flexible schedule that allows all students to enjoy a safe and relaxing environment.

Registration periods vary depending on whether a student is new to Albayan Schools or is a returning student. Please consult our website or visit our admissions department in person to learn more.

You will still need all the documentation required for enrolling in the secondary cycle, but a foreign passport will save time for children of expats.

Teachers are happy to meet parents during the times that have been assigned by the school. If you feel you require an urgent meeting, the supervisor can schedule a meeting at the earliest possible date and time.

The school administration has determined that there is no need for students to bring a mobile phone to school at any time. However, there are plenty of landlines and mobile devices available on school grounds to contact parents or other emergency contacts if this becomes necessary.

Wearing the proper school uniform is one of the most basic requirements for students. It is important for the educational environment that all students to comply with this request.

Our private school system prepares students for all these exams. However, we also have the notable privilege of having been adopted as a center for the IELTS registration.

We want to help the students overcome any educational obstacles they may be facing. Whether a student is struggling academically or is facing a special case situation, we do not believe parents should have to pay private school fees in addition to the fees of help from a separate source.

Excellence is more than about being the best. It is about achieving your personal best. Albayan Schools pride itself on offering the highest quality private school education to children in the Beirut area by helping each student reach his or her full potential.

There are a number of scholarships available to students who maintain high averages in school and excel at the official exams.

The combination of our time-tested entrance exams, coupled with student and parent interviews conducted by our school staff, have provided us with very accurate evaluation results.

The presence of a school nurse or doctor along with our insurance policy covers all students, as long as the emergency occurs at school.

Our latest curriculum provides students with a smooth evaluation process that works by semester evaluation and assessment. This puts less pressure on students than a system that is based on midterm and final exam scores.

Each Cycle has a division head who will be happy to assist you, provide accurate feedback, and listen to any concerns you may have.

Trainees are always welcome at our schools when an opportunity is available to be an observer. Bring a request from your college, which will provide an adequate basis for approval and an observation period will be scheduled.

Yes! We have a theater that allows students to work toward their dreams of acting on stage. This part of the facility is available to students and teachers.

School aged children are very active which lends itself to the occasional wound. There is also the potential for sports-related injuries for high school students. Though these are rare occurrences, the school is equipped with first aid kits for wound treatment, and our insurance company will cover the medical expenses for students injured on the premises during school hours.

Check the ‘Career Opportunities’ page on our website to learn more about employment opportunities at Albayan Schools.

If your complaint involves an individual teacher or another member of the school staff, please schedule a time to discuss the issue directly with the individual using the parent-teacher schedule that is distributed at the beginning of the school year. If you cannot resolve the issue informally, you may contact the division head. If the issue is still unresolved, you may contact the Head of Divisions or Principal.

We use specific assessments that allow us to accurately assign letter grades to students (A, B, C, etc.)

Report cards keep parents informed on the progress of their children so that they can support their child academically at home. Report cards are issued 4 times per school year. However, preventive measures will be taken to assist students who are failing by alerting parents before report cards come out.

Albayan Schools are very well equipped for independent education. Some of our state-of-the-art amenities and facilities include a science lab, a theater, a computer lab, a music lab, sufficient parking, and three playgrounds.