Academic excellence, ethical decision making, building leadership skills and engaging in service learning are the key areas of focus in the Secondary division, which includes Lower Secondary (Grade 7 & 8), High School (9 & 10) and Preparatory (11 & 12). Courses of study include: Mathematics, Amharic language, English language, German language (after school for interested students), French language for international students only, Civics, History, Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, ICT, and Physical Education.
7th and 8th grade students enrolled in the Ethiopian National Curriculum concentrate on preparing for the Ethiopian National Examinations administered at the conclusion of Grade 8 by the Ethiopian Ministry of Education.
*International Students in Grades 7 & 8 may enroll in the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) beginning in the near future
On behalf of the staff, the secondary and preparatory students, I would like to welcome you all to the AIS website.
Our mission is to support the development of future leaders of our country and the world beyond with a focus on embracing diversity, inclusion and equality. Our multicultural school community upholds these values and provides students with a vibrant and engaging experience where students become involved in a variety of clubs to support their progress.
Our dedicated team of experienced and certified teachers creates a nurturing and inclusive environment where learners can grow and thrive. We treat our students with care, compassion, patience and respect providing students with the highest quality learning environment for their academic success.
We believe in team work, where all members of the AIS community are valued and cherished. We inspire!
Join us; together we can make a difference!
Milkyas Solomon,
M.A in Educational Management-Principal/Secondary Division
Grade 11 enter the preparatory phase of their education; students choose either Social Science Stream or Natural Science Stream in preparation for university studies. They continue with their chosen course of study until the end of Grade 12 when they will take their university entrance examinations which will be administered by the Ethiopian Ministry of Education and will allow them to be admitted to state universities
Dessalegn Assefa
M.A Educational Managment
Deputy Principal/Secondary Division