George Washington Academy is a American Curriculum / IB Diploma Programme / Advanced Placement (AP) school in Casablanca, Morocco. Founded in 1998. Annual tuition ranges from $10,946 to $17,118 USD.
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About
George Washington Academy is a nonprofit American International IB World School in Casablanca, Morocco, serving approximately 879 students aged 3 to 18 across Pre-K through Grade 12. The school blends American pedagogy with the IB Diploma Programme and Advanced Placement courses, emphasizing trilingual education in English, French, and Arabic across a community of 36 nationalities. Set on a five-hectare campus featuring Morocco's largest library, the country's only LEGO Innovation Center, a MakerSpace, and a Robotics room, the school is accredited by the Middle States Association and recognized by the Moroccan Ministry of Education.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
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George Washington Academy is a nonprofit IB World School combining American pedagogy with IB Diploma and AP courses on a five-hectare campus overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It houses Morocco's largest library, the only LEGO Innovation Center in Morocco (one of two in Africa), a MakerSpace with a 3D printer, and a dedicated Robotics room. The school serves 36 nationalities, emphasizes trilingual education in English, French, and Arabic, and is accredited by the Middle States Association with Moroccan Ministry of Education recognition.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Discovery | MAD 9,445 |
| Pre-K / Kindergarten | MAD 10,764 |
| Grades 1-5 (Elementary) | MAD 13,370 |
| Grades 9-12 (High School) | MAD 16,870 |
| Grades 6-8 (Middle School) | MAD 15,390 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: MAD 109,455 - 171,183. Application fee: $120.
Admissions Process
- 1Access the Inquiry and Application Form at gwa.ac.ma, submit the inquiry, verify email, and complete the OpenApply dashboard checklist. 2. Submit required documents: recent photo, applicant passport, birth certificate, parent passport or ID, school records for the two most recent years, and teacher evaluations. 3. Submit the application fee (MAD 1,200) to the Billing Office. 4. All admissions documents must be submitted at least five business days before the scheduled testing date. 5. After document submission, the admissions team schedules the admissions test (WIDA/MAP) and interview; the Admissions Committee reviews the completed application and determines acceptance, further screening, or denial.
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School Day
Daily hours vary by division: Discovery 8:30 A.M.–3:00 P.M.; Pre-K 8:30 A.M.–3:10 P.M.; Kindergarten 8:00 A.M.–3:10 P.M.; Primary School 8:00 A.M.–3:20 P.M.; Secondary School 8:00 A.M.–3:30 P.M. Ramadan hours apply with shortened schedules across all divisions. Wednesdays and Early Release Days also have shortened schedules as published in school calendars.
Student Life
Senior School students wear a white GWA polo shirt with navy formal trousers (boys) or navy formal trousers/skirt (girls). A GWA Senior School Jacket is worn on Fridays only. Shoes must be black with a solid back and leather-like upper. Grooming guidelines cover hair, jewellery, and fragrance; a large water bottle is required each day.
Freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided. The lunch program is in-house and follows health and sanitary standards. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, and dietary accommodations can be arranged upon request. Canteen payments are made with pre-paid cards.
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Wellbeing & Safety
Mental wellbeing is addressed through the Wellness & Counseling program, which integrates CASEL competencies and provides Academic Counseling, Social-Emotional Support, and Workshops & Programs. The program includes group sessions for managing anxiety and relationships, one-on-one counseling, and guidance to connect families with community mental health resources as needed.
GWA is committed to child safeguarding, stating that every child deserves safety, care, and learning. Teachers, staff, and counselors receive regular training on safeguarding and how to respond to concerns when raised.
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School Background
George Washington Academy is a foreign non-profit association registered in Morocco under number 1653 in Casablanca. It is governed by a self-perpetuating School Board, with an Annual General Assembly for parent observers.