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Jubilee School (Jubilee Institute)

Shafa Badran, Amman, Jordan
""Towards Excellence in Education""
Jordanian CurriculumCambridge IGCSECambridge A LevelsBoarding LifeScholarships
Jubilee School (Jubilee Institute) logo
Data verified from public sources
Annual Fees$ 5,922 – $ 10,927
University Rate100%of graduates
Ages12 – 18
Ratio8:1student to faculty

Jubilee School (Jubilee Institute) is a Jordanian Curriculum / Cambridge IGCSE / Cambridge A Levels school in Amman, Jordan. Founded in 1993. Annual tuition ranges from $5,922 to $10,927 USD.

Location & Getting There

Shafa Badran, Amman, JordanOpen in Maps
Bus service available

NanaSays Scorecard

Est. 1993
Year Founded
8:1
Student–Teacher Ratio
100%
University Placement
Boarding Available
Scholarships Available
Rolling Admissions

Key Details

Curricula Offered
Jordanian CurriculumYes
Cambridge IGCSEYes
Cambridge A LevelsYes
Support Services
WellbeingYes
Bus ServiceYes
Languages of Instruction
EnglishArabic

Scholarships Available

Merit-based Scholarships

Full or partial scholarships are available for national program students who pass admission requirements and compete for scholarship places. Scholarship amounts depend on family gross income. Scholarships cover school fees and on-campus housing for students from northern and southern governorates and those from outside Jordan, but do not include books, school uniforms, or transportation. Continuity of scholarship depends on maintaining a minimum academic average. Financial aid applications are accepted after test results are announced.

Academic Performance

100%
University Placement Rate

Key facts

Founded
1993
Ages
12–18

About

Jubilee School, part of the non-profit Jubilee Institute in Amman, Jordan, is a co-educational residential secondary school for gifted students offering Jordanian Tawjihi, Cambridge IGCSE, and A-Level pathways within a STEAM-integrated, multidimensional curriculum. Located on a 124,000-square-metre campus in Shafa Badran, the school features specialized science and technology labs, a Robotics Lab, arts and music venues, and a Sports Complex, with boarding available in separate single-gender dormitories. With a 1:8 teacher-to-student ratio and a 100% university placement rate, Jubilee is distinguished by its Co-Curricula Graduation Project and strong university partnerships offering merit scholarships to over 15% of alumni.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

Why Families Choose

Jubilee School is Jordan's premier school for gifted students, offering a distinctive Co-Curricula program with over 50 courses including Artificial Intelligence and Bioethics, culminating in a Graduation Project where students prototype solutions to local and global challenges. 100% of graduates are admitted to universities or colleges, with more than 15% of alumni receiving merit-based scholarships through university partnerships. The school blends Tawjihi, Cambridge IGCSE, and A-Level pathways within a STEAM-integrated, multidimensional educational framework on a 124,000-square-metre campus.

Fees & Financials

Grade / YearAnnual Fee
National Program (Day)JOD 5,922
IGCSE/A-Level Grades 10-12JOD 6,661
National Program (Boarding)JOD 9,870

Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.

Original currency: JOD 4,200 - 7,750. Application fee: $49.

Admissions Process

  1. 1Nomination: Applicants submit electronically via jubilee.edu.jo. Applicants must be Jordanian or hold a residency permit and be in Grade 8. Minimum academic averages apply depending on program and applicant origin. After meeting requirements, applicants pay the application fee to proceed. 2) Testing: Applicants sit the Jubilee Scholastic Aptitude Test (JSAT — 100 questions, 135 minutes), Evaluation of Potential Creativity (EPoC), Expressive Writing, and a Personal Interview (20–30 minutes). 3) Admission and Registration: Students who pass all three stages complete formal registration by paying fees and submitting their academic file. All admitted students must attend a three-week Summer School before transfer procedures are finalized.

Boarding Life

Two separate single-gender dormitories on campus (one for boys, one for girls), each with a maximum capacity of around 50 students total. Facilities include suites for supervisors, a kitchenette, laundry, and a common sitting room with television and computers. Boarding is available to students from across Jordan and other Arab countries.

Boarding is on campus in two separate single-gender dormitories (one for boys, one for girls) with a maximum capacity of 50 students total. Each dormitory includes suites for supervisors, a kitchenette, laundry, and a sitting room with a television and computers. About 10% of students reside in the dormitories, including students from distant provinces and outside Jordan. Dorms are open on school days throughout the academic year.

Student Life

Uniform

A school uniform set is required; for IGCSE students the uniform is charged at JD 140 per year as an additional annual cost. Additional uniforms beyond the included set are charged separately and may be available at the school store.

Food & Dining

Boarding students receive three main meals daily at set times, prepared under direct supervision with a caterer selected at the start of each academic year. The cafeteria sells sandwiches, light foods, and hot and cold drinks to students, staff, and visitors during intermission. The school is committed to healthy, nutritious, and safe meals in accordance with Education Ministry standards.

Clubs & Activities
Academic and IntellectualArts and CreativeCommunity and Service

Facilities & Programmes

Sports
Sports Complex
Arts
Music
Drama
Visual Arts
School Theater
Academic
Science Labs
Engineering Labs
Technology Labs
Robotics Lab
Information Resources Center
Auditorium
Dining Hall
On-site Nursery
Co-Curricular
STEAM programs
Robotics
FIRST LEGO League
National Robotics Competition
F1 in Schools
Music
Drama
Performing Arts

Wellbeing & Safety

Pastoral & Mental Health

The Personal Development Program equips students with life skills including research, leadership, entrepreneurship, project management, productive thinking, and knowledge of human rights. Health Services are provided on campus. University Counseling supports grades 9–12 with personality assessments, individual and group career counseling, and university selection guidance. The Student Life program supports growth, wellness, and success within and beyond the classroom in a safe environment.

Safeguarding & Child Protection

The school provides round-the-clock faculty supervision in on-campus dormitories, with separate facilities for boys and girls. Safety and security are highlighted as a formal focus within Student Life. The school's Diversity Statement emphasizes respect for pluralism and diversity, supporting a safeguarded, inclusive environment.

Student Demographics

Age Range
1218
Secondary

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Non-profit, independent institution operated by the Jubilee Institute, which also encompasses the Jubilee Center for Excellence in Education (JCEE). The Jubilee Institute was founded through a project led by Queen Noor in 1984.

Sports Programme

Facilities
Sports Complex

Frequently Asked Questions

Fees at Jubilee School (Jubilee Institute) vary by year group. Contact the admissions office for a full fee schedule.