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Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages French
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Located in Ghana, The Roman Ridge School is a private, co-educational institution for ages 4 to 18. It follows the English National Curriculum, English Preparatory Curriculum, and Cambridge pathways: IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, and Cambridge A Levels, within a British Preparatory and Independent School framework. Founded in 2002, the school serves about 770 students and is registered with the Ghana Education Service (HQGAR.1BS8001). It is recognised as the first accredited Independent Preparatory School in West Africa and is endorsed by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). Governance rests with a five-member Board of Directors and an Academic Board of Governors. Facilities include a Chemistry Lab, a Junior Library, a Senior Study Room, Computing & Multimedia Labs, a Playground, and Clinics. Distinctive programmes include Yale Young Scholars Programme (Africa & Global), the Ashesi AIX Programme, and the Harvard Book Prize. A four-week French immersion in France complements language learning for students.
The Roman Ridge School has 770 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
Location
No. 14 Onyasia Crescent, Roman Ridge, Accra, Ghana
Stages
Junior School; Middle School; Senior School
Type
Private, co-educational
Additional learning support
Learning support is provided for pupils who need it; includes pull-out sessions, English as an Additional Language (EAL), and Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for identified pupils; the Learning Support Policy coordinates these provisions.
Country affiliation
Ghana
Religious affiliation
Christian
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at The Roman Ridge School ranges from GHS 77,280 to GHS 96,600 for 2026/27.
Tuition fees (termly and annual totals by section) - Primary (Reception to Class Six): Termly tuition GHS 25,760 (USD 1,840). Annual tuition (3 terms) GHS 77,280 (USD 5,520). - Secondary (Form One to Form Five): Termly tuition GHS 30,590 (USD 2,185). Annual tuition (3 terms) GHS 91,770 (USD 6,555). - Sixth Form College (Lower & Upper Sixth): Termly tuition GHS 32,200 (USD 2,300). Annual tuition (3 terms) GHS 96,600 (USD 6,900).
Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are invoiced on a termly basis. Tuition payment arrangements must be completed on or before the first day of each term. Failure to meet payment deadlines may trigger late-payment penalties and sanctions, which can include temporary exclusion of the pupil until all outstanding fees are paid in full. - All fees are invoiced and payable in Ghana Cedis (GHS). Exchange rates for any published foreign-currency equivalents are set periodically by school management and aligned with the interbank rate.
Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. The school operates with day supervision hours (for example, supervised hours such as 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM are provided), and no boarding facility fees are published.
Other costs and typical additional charges - Uniforms: All pupils are required to wear a regulation school uniform. Uniforms are available from the school office; uniform purchase is an additional cost to families. - External examination and assessment fees: Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge AS/A Level examinations and any associated examination or registration fees are charged in addition to tuition where applicable. - School trips, immersion programmes and special excursions: Termly weekend excursions and optional programmes (for example, a French immersion summer programme) are organised and are additional to tuition; associated participation costs are charged separately. - Miscellaneous charges: Standard incidental or activity charges (for specific clubs, extra-curricular trips, specialist resources, medical or nursing services beyond basic care, and replacement items such as lost ID cards or library fines) may be applied as required; such charges are billed separately.
Refund information - Fee payments are required by the published payment deadlines and are subject to the school's fee and admissions policies. Refunds or adjustments (if any) are handled according to the school's internal fee procedures and finance office processes.
Fee payment options and arrangements - Payment is arranged through the school's admissions/finance administration and must be completed by the first day of term. Fees are invoiced in Ghana Cedis and parents are required to make payments in GHS; foreign-currency equivalents may be published for guidance but payments are settled in GHS at the school's exchange rate. For specific payment methods and to arrange payment (e.g., bank transfer, on-site payment at the Front Office, or other accepted methods), contact the school's admissions or finance office directly.
Academics
The Roman Ridge School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 4 to 18.
Curriculum
The school follows the British Preparatory & Independent School system; registered with the Ghana Education Service (GES Reg No.: HQGAR.1BS8001) and is the first accredited Independent Preparatory School in West Africa.
Higher Education Progression
Yale Young Scholars Programme (Africa & Global), Ashesi AIX Programme, and Harvard Book Prize (awarded annually since 2018) are among opportunities connected with the school.
Gifted and Talented
The school offers enrichment through international competitions and programs, including Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition medals since 2015, a four-week French Immersion programme in France each Summer in partnership with StudyLingua, and active participation in ISSAG.
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Book Appointment. Parents wishing to register their children must make an appointment with the Front Office to discuss what The Roman Ridge School can offer. The Front Office provides information about the school and the admissions process during the meeting. If placement or language proficiency testing is required for admission to a particular class, parents receive the necessary information and assistance to complete the process. The decision to proceed to the application stage is based on this discussion.
2. Complete Application Form. Parents complete an application form and submit it to the Front Office. The application is reviewed as part of the admissions process. If any additional requirements are needed for admission into a specific class, parents are advised and supported to complete them. All applicants are informed of next steps in the process.
3. Application Review. Successful applicants will be notified as soon as their applications are reviewed and invited to sit an entrance exam. The notification is sent by the Front Office. If any additional requirements are needed for admission into a particular class, parents will be provided with information and assistance to complete the process.
4. Enrolment. Enrollment considers the age of the applicant, with 31 August as the cut-off date; year groups and corresponding ages are published by the school. To accept a place, parents pay a Registration Fee of Ghc1,400 and an Admissions Fee of Ghc49,000 prior to entry. Subsequent termly Tuition Fees are Ghc25,760 for Primary (Reception to Class Six), Ghc30,590 for Secondary (Form One to Form Five) & Ghc32,200 for the Sixth Form College. Tuition payment arrangements must be completed on or before the first day of each term; late payment penalties may apply and may include the exclusion of your child until fees are paid in full. All fees are invoiced and payable in Ghana Cedis only.
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FAQs
What ages does The Roman Ridge School serve?
The Roman Ridge School serves students aged 4 to 18.
What curriculum does The Roman Ridge School follow?
The school follows the British Preparatory & Independent School system; registered with the Ghana Education Service (GES Reg No.: HQGAR.1BS8001) and is the first accredited Independent Preparatory School in West Africa.
Where is The Roman Ridge School located?
No. 14 Onyasia Crescent, Roman Ridge, Accra,.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application and entry fees**
- Registration fee (to confirm acceptance): GHS 1,400 (USD 100).
- Admissions fee (one-off, payable prior to entry): GHS 49,000 (USD 3,500).
**Tuition fees (termly and annual totals by section)**
- Primary.
How many students attend The Roman Ridge School?
The school has approximately 770 students.
What languages are taught?
French is taught as a language across the school. In Junior School, pupils study French and receive specialist tuition in French, Music, IT and PE. In Middle School, the curriculum includes English, Maths, Science, Geography, History, Religious.
How does the admissions process work?
1. Book Appointment. Parents wishing to register their children must make an appointment with the Front Office to discuss what The Roman Ridge School can offer. The Front Office provides information about the school and the admissions process during.
What facilities does the school have?
The school has a Chemistry Lab. The school has a Junior Library. The school has a Senior Study Room. The school has Computing & Multimedia Labs. The school has a Playground. The school has Clinics.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The school runs a broad range of academic and intellectual extracurriculars including Model UN, Debate Club, Coding & Robotics, and Chess. Students are selected for the Yale Young Scholars Programme (Africa & Global) and the Ashesi AIX Programme..
When was The Roman Ridge School founded?
The Roman Ridge School was founded in 2002.
What accreditations does the school hold?
Cambridge; The school is listed with Cambridge logos as part of its accreditations.
