Best IGCSE Schools in Jordan (2026): List, Fees & How to Choose

PapaMarks Team · July 13, 2026 · 6 min read

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Searching for the best IGCSE schools in Jordan? Amman alone has around 19 British-curriculum schools, so the honest answer is that there's no single "#1" — the best school is the one whose board, results, fees and location fit your family. This guide lists well-established schools that offer Cambridge and/or Edexcel IGCSE in Jordan, and gives you the checklist to compare them properly.

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Verify current details directly. Schools change their curriculum, boards, fees and exam-centre status year to year. Treat the list below as a starting point and confirm the current offering with each school (and, for exams, the British Council in Amman) before deciding.

⚡ The 60-second version

Amman has ~19 British-curriculum schools offering Cambridge and/or Edexcel IGCSE.
There's no universal "best" — compare on exam results, board, fees, exam-centre status, subjects and location.
Well-established names include New English School, IEC, The Jubilee School and others (below).
Whatever school you pick, top grades still come from real past-paper practice.

Established IGCSE schools in Amman & Jordan

These are well-known Jordanian schools that offer a British (Cambridge/Edexcel) IGCSE pathway. Many also run American or IB tracks alongside it.

School	IGCSE pathway
New English School (NES)	Cambridge IGCSE + AS/A-Levels; a Cambridge & Edexcel exam centre since 1991.
Islamic Educational College (IEC)	British IGCSE / IAL, alongside American (AHSD) and IB programmes.
The Jubilee School	IGCSE and Cambridge A-Level tracks (also offers Tawjihi).
International Pioneers Academy (IPA)	British (Cambridge/Edexcel) and American streams; in Jubeiha, Amman.
Retaal International Academy (RIA)	Cambridge IGCSE and BTEC, plus National and American pathways.
Al Ittihad International School	Integrated British/American: Cambridge IGCSE & GCE and AHSD.
Alliance Academy Jordan (AAJ)	Dual-track: Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels, or the American diploma.
Arab Model Schools	International programme (IGCSE, AP/EST) alongside the Jordanian National programme.
International Community School (ICS)	British-curriculum school in Amman with a (I)GCSE pathway through the secondary years.

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This is a selection of established options, not an exhaustive or ranked list — Amman has around 19 British-curriculum schools in total. Use directories and each school's own admissions team to build your shortlist, then compare with the checklist below.

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What do IGCSE schools in Jordan cost?

Fees vary enormously in Amman — the same IGCSE certificate can sit behind very different price tags. As a planning guide, annual tuition at British-curriculum schools clusters into three tiers (secondary and exam years run higher than primary):

Tier	Approx. annual tuition	What you're paying for
Budget	~JOD 2,500–4,500	Newer or smaller schools with recognised British curricula
Mid-tier	~JOD 5,500–8,500	Established schools, solid facilities and track record
Premium	~JOD 9,500–14,000+	Top facilities, strong IGCSE/A-Level results, wide subject range

Budget beyond tuition, too: one-off registration/enrolment fees (commonly ~JOD 300–900), and board exam fees are usually not included — IGCSE/A-Level exam sessions typically add several hundred JOD or more depending on subject count. Our Jordan dates & fees guide breaks down the exam-fee side.

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Fees change every year and vary by grade level. These ranges are for orientation — request the current fee schedule (tuition + registration + exam fees) directly from each shortlisted school before comparing. A school that looks cheaper on tuition can cost more once exam entries are added.

How to judge the "best" IGCSE school for you

Instead of a generic ranking, score each shortlisted school on what actually affects your child's grades and options:

Exam results
Ask for recent IGCSE results (% A*–A). Consistent strong results are the best signal of teaching quality.
Board & tier
Cambridge or Edexcel (both fine), and confirm sciences/maths are entered at the Extended tier so an A* is possible.
Registered exam centre?
Some schools run exams on-site; others enter students through the British Council in Amman.
Fees & subject range
Tuition plus per-subject exam fees (JOD), and whether the subjects your child needs are offered.
Support
Does the school help with the Tawjihi equivalency and university applications?

We go deeper on this in how to choose an IGCSE school in Amman, and cover the whole system in the IGCSE in Jordan guide.

The school is only half the equation

Even the best-regarded school in Amman can't sit the exams for your child. The students who top IGCSE pair a good school with serious, independent past-paper practice — marked against the scheme, every week.

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Whatever school you choose, back it up with real practice: Cambridge & Edexcel past papers and revision notes by subject, with instant AI marking. Aiming for a Jordanian university? Estimate your Tawjihi equivalency and read the equivalency guide.

FAQ

Which is the best IGCSE school in Jordan?

There's no single best — Amman has around 19 British-curriculum schools, and the right one depends on exam results, board, fees, exam-centre status and location. Established IGCSE options include New English School, the Islamic Educational College and The Jubilee School, among others; compare them on the factors that matter to your family.

How many IGCSE schools are there in Amman?

There are roughly 19 British-curriculum international schools in Amman, many of which offer Cambridge and/or Edexcel IGCSE, often alongside American or IB pathways.

Do IGCSE schools in Jordan use Cambridge or Edexcel?

Both. Many schools offer Cambridge (CAIE), some offer Pearson Edexcel, and several mix boards across subjects. Both are recognised by universities worldwide.

How much do IGCSE schools in Jordan cost?

Annual tuition at British-curriculum schools in Amman ranges from roughly JOD 2,500–4,500 at budget schools, JOD 5,500–8,500 at mid-tier established schools, and JOD 9,500–14,000+ at premium schools — with secondary/exam years costing more than primary. Add one-off registration fees (~JOD 300–900) and per-subject IGCSE/A-Level exam fees, which usually aren't included in tuition. Always request each school's current fee schedule.

How do I compare IGCSE schools in Amman?

Score each on recent IGCSE results, exam board and tier, whether it's a registered exam centre, fees and subject range, and the support it offers for equivalency and university applications — then verify the current details with the school directly.

The "best" IGCSE school in Jordan is a personal decision, not a league table. Shortlist a few established British-curriculum schools in Amman, compare their results, boards and costs, verify everything directly — then pair your choice with consistent past-paper practice. That's what actually delivers the grades.

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