Most popular international schools in Senegal

Enko Dakar International School is a secular, co-educational day school in Dakar that serves students aged 3 to 19. It delivers a continuous IB programme, from the Primary Years Programme to the Diploma Programme, with MYP offered from Grade 6 to Grade 11 and DP in Grades 11 and 12. The school provides bilingual education in English and French and is recognized as the first IB candidate school in Senegal to offer the Middle Years Programme. Accredited by the Senegalese Ministry of Education and the International Baccalaureate Organization, Enko Dakar combines inquiry-centered learning with a focus on research, action and reflection. Class sizes are capped at 24, and teachers receive ongoing professional development—up to 100 hours annually. The four Enko values—pioneers, open-minded, engaged and kind—guide daily actions. The Director is Dr. Elhadji Demba Wade Diop, and the staff strive to prepare students for admission to top universities worldwide. Every day, enriching futures.

International Bilingual School Dakar is a private school established in 2009 and located in Liberté 6 Extension, Dakar, near VDN highway. It serves over 200 students from kindergarten through high school and offers bilingual education based on the Senegalese curriculum enriched with elements of British and American programs. The curriculum leads to SAT and IGCSE examinations. The school operates in three sections—preschool, primary and college—with four preschool classes, six primary classes and seven secondary classes, and class sizes limited to 25, each guided by a qualified teacher and an assistant. Facilities include ventilated classrooms, a computer lab, an arts studio and play areas. A distinctive feature is bilingualism in French and English, with English study extended to CE2 and a British Council Connecting Classrooms partnership with Newtown Primary School in Exeter to foster global citizenship. IBS is authorized by the Ministry of National Education since January 2015 for all students today.

Ecole Actuelle Bilingue (EAB) is a private international school in Dakar, Senegal, within La Cité Scolaire Internationale (CSI). The campus network includes Campus Corniche Ouest and Campus Ngor, serving Petite Section through CM2 with distinct French and bilingual programs. EAB offers three pathways: the classic French track (CP–CM2) aligned with the French national curriculum and enriched by four English sessions per week; the bilingual track (Nursery–CM2) taught equally in French and English by two teachers per class; and an alternative Relai track for learners with identified difficulties, providing an individualized program and psychological support. The school participates in the AEFE network, is recognized by the Senegalese Ministry of National Education, and the classical section is homologated by the French Ministry of National Education. CSI promotes multilingualism and multiculturalism and aims to prepare students for study in international institutions. Extracurricular activities run daily, and the Parent Association (APE) supports school projects and events.

ISD is an independent, non-profit, co-educational day school in Dakar welcoming students aged 3 to 18. The school offers an IB continuum: PYP in elementary, MYP in middle years, DP in the final grades, with an IB Career-related Programme (IBCP) option. All programs are taught in English, with a strong emphasis on multilingualism and daily French across Elementary, plus World Culture Days highlighting diverse backgrounds. The 8-acre campus in Mermoz hosts facilities: science and computer labs, a library, multiple arts spaces including a 350-seat theater and a pottery room, and a dedicated Design and Innovation Center with robotics and 3D printers. A 1:1 device program begins in 2025-26. Competitive small class sizes (typically 12–20 students; 1–5 up to 22 per class) support personalized learning. The school emphasizes service through Community Engagement and fosters leadership via committees and partnerships. The ASA program anchors after-school offerings in arts, sports, STEM, and service.

Noor International Academy is a private Islamic bilingual school in Dakar, Senegal, located at 110A Sotrac Mermoz. The school offers a competency-based basic education with a trilingual curriculum in French, English, and Arabic, and Deen (Quran and Islamic Education) integrated across subjects. The program blends formal academics with spiritual formation, aiming to form world citizens who can think independently, communicate in multiple languages, and practice their faith daily. The academic program is delivered through an integrated curriculum that combines linguistic proficiency with science and arts, including science ateliers and laboratory work to foster inquiry. The arts are central, with drawing, music, theatre, and visual arts embedded across disciplines. Sports are a pillar of development, with activities in football, taekwondo, and gymnastics. Features include Daara (Quranic studies), Ramadan projects, Student Government, and Science Fairs, supporting leadership, service, and community life. Enrollment for 2025-2026 is open; term starts September 9, 2025.