American International School of Cape Town: Details, Fees and Reviews

Leaving qualifications		SAT
Language of instruction		English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes	Average	16 students / class
Class sizes	Maximum	20 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus

Yearly fees:	from: R 97,263 to: R 247,032

School fees range in ZAR valid for the academic year 2024/2025

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Number of students	480
Number of nationalities represented in the school	50
Most common nationality	American
Ratio of local students to international students	1 to 4

Native English speaking teachers	Yes
Language support for students not fluent in English	Yes
Additional language classes offered by the school	French and Spanish.

Max. number of students per class	20
Average number of students per class	16
Does the school employ teaching assistants?	Yes, learning assistants.
Use of technology in the classroom	iPad and MacBooks.
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?	No

External examinations or assessments available	SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test)
Results in these examinations	Varies.
Do teachers assign homework to their students?	Yes
Approximate hours of homework given	10 minutes per grade beginning in Grade 6.
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation	90%

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs	Yes but limited.
Learning support offered	ELL (English Language Learner) support, reading support and limited special needs support.
The school supports gifted, able and talented students	We have variation in our lesson planning.
Student access to education psychologist	In the earlier years.

Entry evaluation for students	Placement test.
Brief description of entry evaluation required	Placement test.
Waiting list	In some grades.
Deadline for registration (new academic year)	We have rolling admissions year round.
Students can join after academic year begins	Yes

School start time	8:00
School finish time	2:50
Supervised care before/after school	No
School bus service available	Yes
School provided lunches	Only in the Early Childhood Development Centre and Kindergarten 2.
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)	Yes
Uniform required	Yes

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered	Many sports including soccer, tennis, swimming, basketball and touch rugby and many activities to include craft, art, game, Spanish and French clubs.
Sports activities included	PE for all students to Grade 8 and then PE as an elective for students in Grades 9-12.
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students	Yes

Sports facilities at the school

Soccer fields, covered courts, basketball courts, tennis courts, swimming pools.

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school	We aim to instill a strong sense of community among our students, while equipping them with the skills to be curious, life-long learners.
Teaching approach of the school	AISCT is a diverse learning community providing students the opportunities and confidence to positively impact the world.