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The Barstow School Ghana

Ghana, Accra

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 0 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2021
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Taught languages English, French
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

The Barstow School Ghana is a co-educational day school in Abelenkpe, Accra, opened in 2021 as an extension of The Barstow School founded in Kansas City in 1884. It offers an American curriculum blended with Ghana Education Service standards from creche through Grade 12, leading to a US Diploma with AP, Pre-SAT, and SAT certificates. The school emphasises STEAM education and multiple intelligence development.

Vibes and Culture
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The Essentials

The Barstow School Ghana has instruction in English.

Location
No. 102/104 Schandorf Road, Abelenkpe, Accra, Ghana

Stages
Creche (6 months) to Grade 12 (age 18)

Type
Private co-educational day school

Pupil Nationality Mix
International student body in Accra with connections to the global Barstow community.

Additional learning support
Multiple intelligence approach acknowledging children's individual strengths. STEAM-focused curriculum with hands-on learning.

Country affiliation
American (extension of The Barstow School, Kansas City, Missouri, founded 1884)

Religious affiliation
Non-denominational

School day structure
Full-day programme with after-school care available for homework supervision.

Bus service
Contact the school for transport arrangements.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Registration and admission fee of USD 800 for all levels. Contact the school for annual tuition fees. Tuition assistance and scholarship programmes are available.
Academics

The Barstow School Ghana teaches American Curriculum for students aged 0 to 18.

Curriculum
American curriculum blended with Ghana Education Service standards. STEAM-focused approach. High school subjects include Algebra, Geometry, Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Business, Law, Psychology, and more. 25 credits required for graduation including 4 each in English, Science, Maths, and History. AP, Pre-SAT, and SAT preparation available.

Student Teacher Ratio
Contact the school for class size and ratio details.

Exam Results
US Diploma with AP, Pre-SAT, and SAT certificates. Ranked eighth among Ghana's top private schools in 2025.

Higher Education Progression
US Diploma and AP preparation supporting entry to American and international universities. SAT and Pre-SAT preparation available.

Gifted and Talented
STEAM education with robotics, Math Olympiad, and advanced coursework in Calculus, Physics, and Business.
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
Download and complete the registration form from the school website. Observation session for ages 2-3; assessments in maths and English for ages 4 and above. Registration and admission fee of USD 800 for all levels.

Scholarships
Scholarship and tuition assistance programmes available. Contact the school for eligibility details.

Waitlist
Subject to seat availability.
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