Jordan, Amman
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Arab Model Schools has 950 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
AMS is located in Amman, Jordan, on Al-Mohammedeyah Street, Building
AMS offers Kindergarten through Grade 12. It operates two curriculum tracks: the Jordanian National Curriculum and an International Curriculum that includes IGCSE and the American Program.
The school is co-educational and does not operate a boarding program.
Represented nationalities include about 25; the most common nationality is Jordanian. Local students form the majority of the student body, with international students making up a smaller share (local to international ratio about 17:3 in some reports).
Language support is available for students not fluent in English, and Arabic is offered as an additional language.
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No formal religious affiliation is stated; Islamic Studies are included in the Jordanian national curriculum.
The school day runs Sunday to Thursday from 7:30am to 3:00pm; Friday is closed; Saturday hours are 8:00am to 3:00pm.
Bus transportation is available with a fleet of 15 AMS buses serving a large region of Amman. Routes are revised annually; typical rides take about 30–45 minutes. A bus coordinator oversees operations and drivers are equipped with cellular communication.
Annual tuition at Arab Model Schools ranges from JOD 1,800 to JOD 4,490 for 2026/27.
Arab Model Schools teaches British Curriculum, American Curriculum, Jordanian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Arab Model Schools in Amman, Jordan offer two main curricula: the Jordan National Curriculum (National Program) and an International Curriculum that includes IGCSE and the American Program (AP/EST). The National Program runs KG2 through Grade 12 and is aligned with the Jordanian Ministry of Education. In Elementary (Grades 1-3), core subjects are Arabic, English, mathematics, science, and social studies, with a Literary Stream in Arabic studies. In Middle School (Grades 4-9), Arabic and English are delivered bilingually, with continued emphasis on mathematics and science plus elective options and technology integration. In High School (Grades 10-12), students select between Scientific and Literary streams and sit the national Tawjihi examinations. The International Program provides Kindergarten through Grade 12, with Grades 9-12 offering either IGCSE (Cambridge International/Edexcel) or the American Program (AP/EST, SAT 1 Digital), and is accredited by Cambridge International and Edexcel for IGCSE and by Accreditation International for the American Program.
Arab Model Schools promote social and emotional learning through holistic development, with the International Program emphasizing social and emotional growth from Kindergarten onward.
The school does not offer services for special needs students.
Languages of instruction are Arabic and English across the International and National Programs; there is no explicit dedicated EAL support program described publicly.
Mental wellbeing is supported by on-site health services, including a registered nurse during school hours for first aid, emergency care, vaccinations and health education, alongside a holistic development approach that includes social and emotional growth.
Safeguarding is embedded in The Falcons Way, which promotes a safe and nurturing environment through a social contract based on Truth, Excellence, and Diversity.
AMS accepts applications for the upcoming school year. To apply, gather the required documents and contact the Registration Office to schedule an appointment, in person or virtual. Required documents include: student passport copy; mother's Jordanian passport copy; marriage certificate; family book (if available); vaccination record; school records for Grades 2 and above; transfer certificate (if applicable); parent(s) passport copies; recent passport-size photos; completed application form; any available standardized test results; and health form. If both parents are non-Jordanian, additional documents include birth certificate, student passport copy, valid residency permits, marriage certificate (translated if needed), parent(s) passport copies, family book, vaccination record, official transcripts, transfer certificate, standardized test results, and optional recommendation letters. Applications are reviewed for completeness; missing or incorrect documents cause delays, and reviews typically take 1–5 days. Acceptance is offered once the application is reviewed and approved or as space becomes available; a wait pool may apply when spaces are limited. If placed in the wait pool for the prior year, contact the Admissions Office to re-apply. Upon acceptance, families complete required registration and enrollment forms. AMS adheres to Jordanian law and reserves the right to selective enrollment when necessary for the school's best interests. The academic year comprises 180 instructional days. School hours are: Kindergarten 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.; Grades 1–12 7:50 a.m.–2:00 p.m.; the school operates Sunday–Thursday (Fridays and Saturdays are closed).
AMS offers an Academic Scholarship Program (Tafawok Acadimi / تفوق أكاديمي). General requirements: the applicant must be a Jordanian citizen or a legal resident living in Jordan for at least one year; currently enrolled in a Jordanian school and have completed at least Grade 8; an outstanding academic record with a grade of 85% or higher; leadership qualities and community service experience. Submission requirements: scholarship application form; copies of the last two years of grade reports; valid ID; three subject exams (Arabic, English, and Math) conducted in the school; scholarship interview with the scholarship committee. Important dates for the 2024/2025 cycle: Application Open February 1, 2025; Application Deadline April 16, 2025; Scholarship Exam April 23, 2025; Finalist Notified May 9, 2025; Interviews May 21, 2025; Winner Contacted May 28, 2025.
AMS uses a wait pool for admissions. If spaces are not available, applicants may be placed in the wait pool; to be considered for openings, contact the Admissions Office to re-apply or provide an update.