American School of Yaounde
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The American School of Yaounde in Yaoundé
, Cameroon
is an independent coeducational school founded in 1964 which offers an educational program from nursery
through grade 12 for students of all nationalities.
At the beginning of the 2004-2005 school year, enrollment was 154 students and there are 33 full-time and 4 part-time faculty members. All staff members are fully certified and registered with their respective country’s educational department, and most of the teachers are U.S. trained and certified.
also appoints his/her representative to the Board.
and the European Council of International Schools
. Students with moderate to severe learning problems may not be admitted.
. The annual tuition rates are as follows: nursery: $3,000; PK: $3,500; Kdg.: $8,100; grades 1-5: $10,200; grades 6-8: $10,750; and grades 9-12: $11,200. (All fees are quoted in U.S. dollars).
Yaoundé
-Transportation:Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport is a major civilian hub, while nearby Yaoundé Airport is used by the military. Railway lines run west to the port city of Douala and north to N'Gaoundéré. Many bus companies operate from the city; particularly in the Nsam and Mvan neighborhoods...
, Cameroon
Cameroon
Cameroon, officially the Republic of Cameroon , is a country in west Central Africa. It is bordered by Nigeria to the west; Chad to the northeast; the Central African Republic to the east; and Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and the Republic of the Congo to the south. Cameroon's coastline lies on the...
is an independent coeducational school founded in 1964 which offers an educational program from nursery
Nursery school
A nursery school is a school for children between the ages of one and five years, staffed by suitably qualified and other professionals who encourage and supervise educational play rather than simply providing childcare...
through grade 12 for students of all nationalities.
At the beginning of the 2004-2005 school year, enrollment was 154 students and there are 33 full-time and 4 part-time faculty members. All staff members are fully certified and registered with their respective country’s educational department, and most of the teachers are U.S. trained and certified.
Organization
The School is governed by an eight-member School Board elected for two-year terms by the parents. Half of the Board members are elected at each October meeting. The U.S. Ambassador to CameroonCameroon
Cameroon, officially the Republic of Cameroon , is a country in west Central Africa. It is bordered by Nigeria to the west; Chad to the northeast; the Central African Republic to the east; and Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and the Republic of the Congo to the south. Cameroon's coastline lies on the...
also appoints his/her representative to the Board.
Curriculum
The curriculum is that of traditional US public schools with the use of modern materials including micro-computers, and up-to-date teaching techniques in all subject areas. Students are regularly challenged in order to reach their fullest potential. This is achieved through Advanced Placement Courses (AP),which are the equivalent of college level classes. So far, AP French Language, AP French Literature, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP US History, AP Biology, AP Comparative Government, AP Calculus, and AP Physics are offered. All instruction is in English, with French being taught at all levels. English as a Second Language (ESL) support is offered through Grade 10 to students who are not fluent in English. The school is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and SchoolsMiddle States Association of Colleges and Schools
The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools is a voluntary, peer-based, non-profit association dedicated to educational excellence and improvement through peer evaluation and accreditation...
and the European Council of International Schools
European Council of International Schools
The European Council of International Schools - ECIS is an association of international schools founded in 1965. ECIS is a collaborative network promoting the ideals and best practice of international education....
. Students with moderate to severe learning problems may not be admitted.
Facilities
The school has 19 classrooms, two fully equipped computer labs, an English-as-a-Second Language center, a fully automated library with electronic research capability, a swimming pool, a covered volleyball/basketball court, three tennis courts and a restaurant/canteen. Boarding facilities are also available.Finances
In the 2004-2005 school year, about 95% of the School’s income is derived from tuitionTuition
Tuition payments, known primarily as tuition in American English and as tuition fees in British English, Canadian English, Australian English, New Zealand English and Indian English, refers to a fee charged for educational instruction during higher education.Tuition payments are charged by...
. The annual tuition rates are as follows: nursery: $3,000; PK: $3,500; Kdg.: $8,100; grades 1-5: $10,200; grades 6-8: $10,750; and grades 9-12: $11,200. (All fees are quoted in U.S. dollars).