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Welcome, Akwaba, & Bienvenue!
The International Community School of Abidjan (ICSA) is a nonprofit international school offering an American-style curriculum in the financial center of West Africa’s Ivory Coast or Côte d’Ivoire.
We’ve been serving families since 1972, and pride ourselves on providing a safe, multicultural environment where students can learn and lead collaboratively. With more than 60 different nationalities represented, ICSA is truly international—and dedicated to promoting tolerance, understanding, and appreciation for different cultures and perspectives.
ICSA at a Glance
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Nationalities
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Qualified Teachers
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Club & Activities
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Years Open
ICSA Core Values
Curiosity
We explore ideas, experiences, and emotions with wonder and a desire to know more.
Compassion
We welcome, include, and accept each other just as we are.
Courage
We choose flexible thinking about identity, learning, and success.
Academic Overview
ICSA believes that the foundation of a healthy community of learners is based on relationships, a child-centered, inquiry-based curriculum, along with social-emotional learning and a strong focus on service.
Lower School
Our lower school curriculum is geared towards supporting the development of the whole child.
Upper School
We follow an inquiry-based model to develop rich academic skills and sound work habits.
IB Curriculum
ICSA offers the world-renowned International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
Our Co-curriculars
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Athletics
Students from grades 1-12 can participate in a wide variety of competitive and non-competitive sports.
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Activities
From MUN and robotics, to chess and math club, ICSA has a fun activity for every student.
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Music
Students can participate in our competitive music program and can join guitar and piano club.