The International School of Dakar (ISD), located in the Mermoz neighborhood of Dakar, offers an internationally recognized education for students from Pre-Kindergarten (3 years old) through Grade 12. Below is the fee structure for the 2025 academic year.
Fee Structure (2025)
All fees are in U.S. Dollars (USD).
Application Fee
- $250 USD (one-time, non-refundable)
Capital Development Fee
- $8,000 USD (one-time, per student, non-refundable)
Annual Tuition Fees
| Grade Level | Annual Tuition (USD) |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten 3 & 4 | $16,500 |
| Kindergarten – Grade 5 | $23,600 |
| Grade 6 – 8 | $26,500 |
| Grade 9 – 12 | $30,000 |
Additional Information
- Sibling Discounts: Families enrolling multiple children may be eligible for discounted tuition rates (contact ISD for details).
- Payment Plans: Tuition fees can be paid annually, semi-annually, or quarterly. Late payments may incur additional charges.
- Refund Policy: Tuition fees are non-refundable once the academic year has commenced.
Contact Information
For more details regarding tuition policies, payment options, and financial aid opportunities, contact ISD using the following details:
📞 Phone:
- +221 78 714 38 81
- +221 – 33 825 08 71
📧 Email:
🌐 Website:
Note: The fee structure is subject to change, and families are encouraged to confirm updated rates with the school administration.
The International School of Dakar (ISD) is a private school in Dakar, Senegal. ISD is based on an international school curriculum, with preschool through 12th grade. It is situated close to the Atlantic Ocean and includes three separate buildings, one each for elementary, middle and high school.
ISD follows a United States-based curriculum, and instruction is in English. French is offered for all grades, and there are four levels in which the students progress. As of 2024, Spanish is also an option for language acquisition. Middle school is partially integrated, with a daily community meeting time. Preschool is for three and four year-olds and is a half day program only.
ISD is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and the Council of International Schools and it is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School which offers the Diploma Programme, Middle Years Program, and Primary Years Program. The graduating class of 2015 was ISD’s first IB cohort.
