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Admissions
Open to All
We invite applications from Ethiopian nationals, expatriate families, and returning diaspora. Our doors are open to every child with the curiosity to learn and the potential to grow—regardless of academic history or language background.
Families are warmly encouraged to visit the school, meet our team, and explore the campus before making a decision to register.
Our Admissions Principles
At Hawassa International School, our admissions approach is guided by three core principles:
Inclusivity: We welcome all learners, including those with mild to moderate learning difficulties and special educational needs (SEN), and we offer targeted support to help them thrive.
Accessibility: No student is denied admission on the basis of chronic health conditions such as diabetes, asthma, or epilepsy. We provide appropriate medical and pastoral support as required.
Equity: We evaluate every applicant on their individual needs, not predetermined criteria.
School Readiness
We understand that not all children begin school at the same level of readiness. Our Early Years programme (FS1–FS2) follows Pearson Edexcel Early Years, offering a play-based programme with a holistic curriculum that helps to identify and support developmental needs early on.
We define school readiness as a combination of:
Language and literacy skills
Thinking and problem-solving abilities
Emotional self-regulation and independence
Confidence in engaging with peers and adults
Parents play an essential role in preparing their child for this journey, and we work in close partnership with families to support a smooth transition into school life.
Admissions Process
At Hawassa International School, we believe every child deserves access to a world-class education. Our admissions process is fair, transparent, and inclusive—welcoming students from all backgrounds without discrimination based on academic ability, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, or health status.
Hawassa International School proudly follows the British Curriculum, offering the Pearson Edexcel International Curriculum from Early Years through to A Levels. We are currently accepting applications for FS1 through to Year 6, with new year levels opening annually as the school grows.
School Readiness Assessment
All children applying to Hawassa International School will participate in a School Readiness Assessment led by our academic and learning support teams. This informal process helps us understand:
The child’s level of English (as many will speak English as an additional language)
Their ability to engage socially and emotionally in a classroom setting
Any early indicators of learning needs or developmental support requirements
For students in FS1 and FS2, no formal testing is required. Our goal is to ensure a strong foundation for learning, not to create barriers to entry.
Admission of Students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
We are committed to offering an inclusive educational experience that supports equality of opportunity. Hawassa International School welcomes students with a wide range of mild to moderate SEN, providing the school can meet their needs through appropriate support and accommodations.
If a child presents with identified learning needs, we may request additional information or conduct a school-based assessment—not for the purpose of exclusion, but to ensure we can deliver the support they require. In rare cases where we are unable to fully meet a child’s needs, we will discuss this openly with families and recommend alternative options in the child’s best interest.
Start Your Application
If you are ready to begin your child’s educational journey at Hawassa International School, our Admissions Team is here to support you.
Email: click here or
Call: +251 946 07 8888
You are also welcome to visit our Admissions Office for assistance and to tour the campus. We look forward to welcoming your family to the Hawassa International School community.
Our Fees
Tuition Fees (2025-26)
The tuition fee structure at Hawassa International School reflects a progressive model that aligns with the increasing academic demands and resource requirements at each stage of a student’s educational journey.Â
Founders Fees
For students who register until 25th August 2025 will be given a 30% discount on our normal tuition fee. Annual tuition begins at $2,240 in FS1, gradually increasing through the early years and lower primary phases, with Years 2–3 at $2,800.
Fees rise modestly in upper primary, reaching $3,010 in Years 4 and 5, and then increase in line with the transition to more specialised subject teaching and enhanced facilities in the upper primary and lower secondary levels—$3,500 in Year 6.Â
Year of Study
FS1
FS2
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5
Year 6
Annual Tuition*
$2,240
$2,240
$2,240
$2,800
$2,800
$3,010
$3,010
$3,500
Annual Tuition Fees (From 26th August 2025)
Annual tuition, from 26th August, 2025, begins at $3,200 in FS1 to Year 1. Years 2–3 will be $4,000. Fees rise modestly in upper primary, reaching $4,300 in Years 4 and 5, and then increase in line with the transition to more specialised subject teaching and enhanced facilities in the upper primary and lower secondary levels—$5,000 in Years 6 and 7, and $6,000 in Years 8 and 9.
In the senior years, tuition reflects the added academic rigour and preparation for international qualifications, with $6,500 in Years 10 and 11, and peaking at $7,200 for Sixth Form (Years 12 and 13). This fee model ensures that the school can provide high-quality, age-appropriate education while maintaining accessibility and value across all year groups.
Year of Study
FS1
FS2
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5
Year 6
Year 7
Year 8
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
Year 12
Year 13
Annual Tuition
$3,200
$3,200
$3,200
$4,000
$4,000
$4,300
$4,300
$5,000
$5,000
$6,000
$6,000
$6,500
$6,500
$7,200
$7,200
Application Fee (New Students)
In relation to new students joining the school, an application fee of $50.00 is due at the time of submitting the application. This fee is:
Refundable if the school does not offer the student a place.
Non-refundable if the school offers the student a place but the student/parent chooses not to take it.
Not deductible from the total tuition fees to be paid if the student is offered and accepts a place.
Registration Deposit (New Students)
his registration deposit of $100.00 is payable after parents have accepted the school offer and wish to secure their child’s place at the school. The registration deposit is non-refundable.
Re-Registration Deposit (Existing Students)
his re-registration deposit of $150.00 is payable at the time of re-enrolment for the next year group and it guarantees a place for the following academic year. The re-registration deposit is non-refundable.
Capital Levy
The capital levy allows the school to make investments in physical infrastructure that fall outside the scope of our annual operating budget. The school commits to being transparent in relation to the investments made using the capital levy income.
Year of Study
N
FS1
FS2
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5
Year 6
Year 7
Year 8
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
Year 12
Year 13
Amount
$150.00
$200.00
$200.00
$200.00
$200.00
$200.00
$200.00
$300.00
$300.00
$300.00
$300.00
$300.00
$300.00
$300.00
$300.00
$300.00
Annual tuition, from 2026, begins at $3,200 in FS1 to Year 1. Years 2–3 will be $4,000. Fees rise modestly in upper primary, reaching $4,300 in Years 4 and 5, and then increase in line with the transition to more specialised subject teaching and enhanced facilities in the upper primary and lower secondary levels—$5,000 in Years 6 and 7, and $6,000 in Years 8 and 9.
In the senior years, tuition reflects the added academic rigour and preparation for international qualifications, with $6,500 in Years 10 and 11, and peaking at $7,200 for Sixth Form (Years 12 and 13). This fee model ensures that the school can provide high-quality, age-appropriate education while maintaining accessibility and value across all year groups.
Payment of Fees
It is the responsibility of all parents and guardians of students to ensure that all tuition and other fees are paid on time.
Returning Students
Tuition for the first term must be paid at least two weeks before the start of that term. Yearly fees for the next school year (registration and capital levy fees) must be paid before the end of the current school year.
New Students
Application, registration, capital levy and first term fees must be paid before the start of attendance at Hawassa International School.
For students entering after the beginning of the school year, a similar payment schedule will be established by the finance office.
All Students
In subsequent terms, tuition must be paid two weeks prior to the beginning of that term.
Company Sponsored Fees
Fees paid by organisations must be paid in total for the entire year.
International Students
Fees for all international students are payable in convertible hard currency (USD, Euro and UK Pound).
International Students
Fees for all international students are payable in convertible hard currency (USD, Euro and UK Pound).
Local (Ethiopian Students)
Fees for Ethiopian students are payable in Ethiopian Birr. However, we expect a proportion of fees from local students to be paid in USD.
Make an Application
Parents, please register your children by using the link provided below, and we will book an assessment date that is convenient for you.
We’re currently accepting applications from FS1 to Year 6, with higher levels opening annually.
We welcome Ethiopian, international, and diaspora families. Our admissions process is fair and inclusive, with readiness assessments—not entrance exams.
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