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Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, American Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, French
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form, High School, Preschool
Introduction
New English School (NES) Amman is a private, coeducational day school serving nursery through secondary, with students aged 2 to 18. It runs a dual British and American pathway: Cambridge International programmes (Primary to A Levels) alongside the American High School Diploma, with AP and Pre-AP courses and college counseling. Cambridge frameworks are used across Primary, Lower and Upper Secondary, including IGCSE in Years 10–11 and AS/A Levels in Years 12–13; Arabic, Religion and Global Perspectives follow Jordanian curriculum requirements. NES has been an Edexcel and Cambridge Examinations Centre since 1991. The campus supports a 24-bus fleet, a full-time health clinic, libraries (including Said El Turk Library) and specialist labs across science and ICT, plus a theatre seating 350 and sport and arts facilities. An English Only Stream and a multicultural environment reflect NES's 39 nationalities. The school emphasizes university readiness through counseling and a Model United Nations program, globally.
Amer Bin Malek Street, P.O. Box 154, 11821, Khalda, West Amman, Jordan
The Essentials
New English School - Amman has 1,200 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English, Arabic.
Location
Located in the West Amman suburb of Khalda, Amman, Jordan. The area is a suburban district to the west of central Amman.
Stages
NES serves nursery (Pre1) and FS1 (Pre2) upwards, with sections for Early Years, Primary School, Lower Secondary School and Upper Secondary School (IGCSE). The pre-IGCSE programme is based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales, and Cambridge International Primary Programme; Edexcel and Cambridge examinations are offered on campus; the American High School Diploma is available as part of the American Program.
Type
Private, coeducational day school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
The school has 39 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support
Challengers Department provides counselling, guidance, special education and support for students with learning difficulties, educational gaps or language acquisition needs. It includes a large therapy room with sensory facilities, ABA specialist, Flowtime DIR, art therapy, swimming therapy, occupational therapy and speech and language therapy; the teacher–to–student ratio is 3:1, with two full-time counsellors.
Country affiliation
Affiliation with the United Kingdom curriculum (National Curriculum for England and Wales) and the Cambridge International Primary Programme.
Bus service
A fleet of 24 buses is owned and operated by the School to transport children to and from School, with a bus escort for safety.
Fees
Annual tuition at New English School - Amman ranges from JOD 3,650 to JOD 11,900 for 2026/27.
Academic year covered: 2025/2026
Application and registration fees - Interview and Entrance Examination Fee: JOD 100 (non-refundable). - New Student Registration and Enrolment Fee (one-time, non-refundable): JOD 600.
Tuition fees (annual and per-term by year group) Note: Tuition is billed annually; the school accepts payment in three equal instalments. Annual amounts and the corresponding per-term amounts (three equal instalments) are shown below. - Early Years Department - Pre1 / Nursery / Foundation Stage: Annual JOD 3,650 — Per term JOD 1,216.67. - Pre2 / FS1 / Foundation Stage: Annual JOD 3,650 — Per term JOD 1,216.67. - KG1 / FS2 / Foundation Stage: Annual JOD 4,200 — Per term JOD 1,400.00. - KG2 / Year 1 / Foundation Stage: Annual JOD 4,200 — Per term JOD 1,400.00. - Grade 1 / Year 2 / Key Stage 1: Annual JOD 4,400 — Per term JOD 1,466.67. - Primary Department - Grade 2 / Year 3 / Key Stage 2: Annual JOD 4,850 — Per term JOD 1,616.67. - Grade 3 / Year 4 / Key Stage 2: Annual JOD 4,950 — Per term JOD 1,650.00. - Grade 4 / Year 5 / Key Stage 2: Annual JOD 5,200 — Per term JOD 1,733.33. - Grade 5 / Year 6 / Key Stage 2: Annual JOD 5,400 — Per term JOD 1,800.00. - Lower Secondary Department - Grade 6 / Year 7 / Key Stage 3: Annual JOD 5,500 — Per term JOD 1,833.33. - Grade 7 / Year 8 / Key Stage 3: Annual JOD 5,600 — Per term JOD 1,866.67. - Grade 8 / Year 9 / Key Stage 3: Annual JOD 5,700 — Per term JOD 1,900.00. - Upper Secondary Department - Grade 9 / Year 10 / Key Stage 4 (IGCSE & AP): Annual JOD 8,850 — Per term JOD 2,950.00. - Grade 10 / Year 11 / Key Stage 4 (IGCSE & AP): Annual JOD 8,850 — Per term JOD 2,950.00. - Grade 11 / Year 12 / Key Stage 5 / Sixth Form (AS/A2 & Advanced Placement): Annual JOD 11,900 — Per term JOD 3,966.67. - Grade 12 / Year 13 / Key Stage 5 / Sixth Form (AS/A2 & Advanced Placement): Annual JOD 11,900 — Per term JOD 3,966.67.
Other mandatory and commonly charged fees - Supplies fee (textbooks, copybooks, yearbook): - Nursery–Year 1: JOD 550. - Year 2–Year 9: JOD 650. - Year 10 & Year 12 (IGCSE): JOD 650. - Grade 9–12 (AP): JOD 750. - Year 11 & Year 13 (IGCSE): JOD 450. - Advanced Computer Information Technology fee (all years): JOD 250. - International assessment programmes (Years 2–9: Cambridge Checkpoint / CEM / CAT4 / Progression Test): JOD 650. - Challengers Department (where applicable): Years 2–9 JOD 3,800; Years 10–13 JOD 4,000. - Special support per subject (British system / AP / BTEC): Years 3–9 JOD 1,300; Years 10–13 JOD 1,600. - Transportation (annual): Zone one round trip JOD 800; Zone two round trip JOD 850. One-way: Zone one JOD 500; Zone two JOD 550. - Accidents insurance and medical services (annual): JOD 100 (coverage up to JOD 1,000 per year per student). - School uniform, food, trips, extracurricular activities and school camps: payable separately (amounts vary by item and year).
Discounts and sibling concessions - Sibling discounts on tuition only: 5% for the second child; 10% for the third and subsequent children. - Alumni and diplomatic staff discounts: 20% for children of alumni and diplomats. A prompt-payment discount (7%) was offered for full payment by 30/05/2025 for the referenced year.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard payment schedule for the referenced academic year: three equal instalments due on 1 April, 1 August, and 1 December (post-dated cheques to be submitted on registration dates). An interest charge is applied to late payments or returned cheques. Charges paid and/or outstanding are not refundable in case of absence, dismissal or withdrawal.
Refunds and non-refundable items - The Interview and Entrance Examination Fee (JOD 100) and the New Student Registration and Enrolment Fee (JOD 600) are non-refundable. Charges paid and/or outstanding are not refundable in case of absence, dismissal or withdrawal.
Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable; New English School operates as a day school and does not list boarding fees.
Methods of payment - Accepted methods of payment: cash, cheques, or credit card. Post-dated cheques are used for instalment plans.
Notes on additional charges - Examination fees for external qualifications, IB/AP examination costs where applicable, and certain curriculum-related additional costs (for example specialised trips or external course fees) may be charged separately.
Academics
New English School - Amman teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, American Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
Cambridge Curriculum frameworks are used across the levels: Primary School follows the Cambridge Curriculum for English, Mathematics and Science, with elements of the English National Curriculum and the Jordanian National Curriculum for Arabic, Religion and Global Perspectives. Cambridge Primary Checkpoint tests are taken at the end of Year 6 in English, Mathematics and Science. Lower Secondary (Years 7–9) uses an English-led curriculum that prepares students for IGCSE and A-level studies, following Cambridge Checkpoint Syllabus up to Year 9. Upper Secondary (Years 10–11) follows the IGCSE curriculum, with Years 12–13 offering AS and A-level courses and a broad range of options including Art & Design, Biology, Business Studies, Economics, English Language/Literature, Mathematics and Physics. The American High School Diploma (AHSD) is offered for Grades 9–12, aligned with U.S. Common Core Standards and meeting Jordanian Ministry requirements; AP and Pre-AP courses are available, and students receive college counseling and guidance to support university admissions.
Student Teacher Ratio
Challengers Department maintains a 3:1 teacher-to-student ratio.
Higher Education Progression
Careers and University Counselling helps NES students plan for higher education. The American High School Diploma program includes counseling sessions with college advisors to align course choices with university goals. Upper Secondary offers IGCSE in Years 10–11 and AS/A-levels in Years 12–13 to prepare for local and international universities. The AHSD program is aligned with U.S. Common Core Standards and meets Jordanian equivalency requirements for Jordanian and international university admissions.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasises social and emotional well-being as part of its approach to student development, including mindful practices to support physical, emotional, and mental health.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Challengers Department supports learners of all abilities with two full-time counsellors, a 3:1 teacher ratio, a large therapy/sensory room, and an occupational therapist.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school offers an English Only Stream alongside bilingual options, with English as the language of instruction in the English stream.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental well-being is a stated focus, with structured support through counselling and wellbeing initiatives as part of student services.
Safeguarding
The school operates under a safeguarding framework aligned with its policies to protect and support students.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Applications for admission can be obtained from the Admissions Office or by filling out the online form. The admissions process begins by obtaining the application. Families may submit the completed application through the Admissions Office or via the online form. This initiates the admissions process. 2. New students will have to sit for a placement test and CAT4 (Cognitive Abilities Test), which can be administered online for those transferring from outside Jordan, and be interviewed by the relevant department. The placement test and CAT4 assess readiness for the program. The interview accompanies the testing phase. These steps determine the candidate's suitability for admission. 3. The previous year's school record and other official documents must be submitted with the application. These documents accompany the application and support the review process. The admissions team uses these documents to evaluate eligibility. 4. The structure of the tuition fees is provided. The tuition fees include discounts and financial awards. Siblings discounts are a standard offering, and the school provides a 20% discount for children of NES alumni and for children of the diplomatic corps. The top three ranking students for the academic year in each grade across all sections receive 40%, 30%, and 20% discounts on the following year's tuition.
Scholarships
Discounts and financial awards include: siblings discounts are standard; children of NES alumni receive 20% off tuition, and the same discount applies to children of the diplomatic corps. The top three ranking students for the academic year in each grade across all sections receive 40%, 30%, and 20% discounts on the following year's tuition.
FAQs
Where is New English School - Amman located and what ages does it serve?
New English School - Amman is in Khalda, a western suburb of Amman, Jordan. It is a private, coeducational day school serving students aged 2 to 18.
What curricula does NES-Amman offer?
The school runs a mixed Cambridge and American program: Cambridge Primary, IGCSE and A-levels, plus the American High School Diploma aligned with U.S. Common Core, with AP/Pre-AP options. Arabic, Religion and Global Perspectives draw on the Jordanian National Curriculum, and English-led lower secondary prepares students for IGCSE and A-levels.
What facilities and campus features should I expect at NES-Amman?
The campus includes libraries, science and ICT labs, a theatre and performing arts facilities, extensive sports facilities, a health clinic, and a transport system. It also serves as an Edexcel/Cambridge examinations centre coordinated with the British Council and hosts a range of learning spaces and technology across the campus.
What are the tuition ranges and how is payment structured for the 2025/2026 year?
Annual tuition ranges from 3,650 JOD in the youngest years up to 11,900 JOD in the upper levels, with three equal instalments due on 1 April, 1 August, and 1 December. Fees are charged per year and some items (like supplies and transport) are billed separately.
How does the admissions process work at NES-Amman?
Prospective families submit an application (in person or online), then the child sits a placement test and CAT4 assessment and participates in an interview. The school reviews the previous year's records and documents as part of the review, and finally shares tuition and discount details during the process.
Are there scholarships or discounts available at NES-Amman?
Yes. There are sibling discounts (5% for the second child and 10% for the third and subsequent children) and a 20% discount for children of NES alumni or diplomatic staff. The top three yearly performers in each grade can receive 40%, 30% or 20% discounts on the following year's tuition.
What other mandatory or commonly charged fees should families plan for?
In addition to tuition, there are entrance and registration fees (100 JOD interview/exam; 600 JOD registration). Other fees include supplies, advanced IT fee, international assessments, Challengers Department charges, transportation, and annual health/accident insurance, plus costs for uniform, food, trips, and camps.
Is boarding available at NES-Amman?
No. NES-Amman operates as a day school and does not offer boarding.
What is the safeguarding and refund policy like?
The school has a safeguarding framework and dedicated wellbeing support. Some fees are non-refundable (the 100 JOD interview/exam fee and 600 JOD registration fee), and charges paid or outstanding are not refundable if a student is absent, dismissed, or withdraws.
What Cambridge and American qualifications are offered, and how do they progress through the years?
Cambridge options run from Primary through to IGCSE, with AS/A-levels in Years 12–13. The American program offers the AHSD (Aligned with U.S. Common Core) for Grades 9–12, with AP/Pre-AP courses available and college counseling support.
What is the student–teacher ratio, and how does NES support learning needs?
The Challengers Department provides targeted support with a 3:1 teacher–student ratio for learners needing extra help, along with two full-time counselors and a large therapy/sensory room, plus therapies such as occupational, speech and language, and various modalities.
What kinds of facilities does NES-Amman have for science and technology?
The campus features dedicated Primary and Secondary science laboratories, six ICT labs, interactive whiteboards in every classroom, and a Secondary Media Lab to support science, technology and digital learning.
What sports and arts facilities are available on campus?
NES offers indoor and outdoor football fields, basketball courts, indoor and outdoor gymnasiums, lap and kids' swimming pools, a theatre with a 350-seat capacity, dance and music studios, and art rooms including a ceramics room for hands-on creative work.
What clubs or activities exist beyond the classroom at NES-Amman?
Model United Nations is a key activity with conferences and inter-school events. There are strong arts and performing-arts opportunities, as well as a Sports Club offering football, basketball, jiu-jitsu and swimming, along with leadership and student-life activities.
How does NES-Amman support student leadership and community service?
Students elect a Student Council each year, and a seven-member Student Leadership Team is nominated by faculty. Together they run campaigns, lead awareness programs, community service initiatives and fun days.
What wellbeing and mental-health supports are in place at NES-Amman?
The school prioritizes social and emotional wellbeing with a safeguarding team, counselling services and wellbeing initiatives integrated into the whole-school approach to health and safety.
What language provisions exist at NES-Amman?
English is the language of instruction across the school, with Arabic taught as a subject. There is an English Only Stream as an alternate language model, and a bilingual program exists in Early Years.
What languages are taught and how do language options affect admissions or exams?
English is the primary language of instruction; Arabic is taught as part of the curriculum. The English Only Stream provides an English-language option, while bilingual education is available in Early Years.
What is the school culture like in terms of uniform, food, and daily life?
Uniforms are mandatory. There is an on-site cafeteria, students bring water bottles and lunch boxes (no sharing), and water refills are available on campus.
How does the NES-Amman house system work and what is its purpose?
Students are assigned to one of four houses—Aqaba, Jerash, Petra, and Wadi Rum—on entry. The house system promotes teamwork, belonging and participation, with house points awarded for positive behaviour and participation in various activities.
