Sandford International School invites Ethiopian parents to apply for places in Nursery, Reception, and Year 1 classes for the 2026-2027 academic year. With expected high demand exceeding available spots, candidates will be selected via lottery for testing.
Sandford International School is opening admissions for national students in Nursery, Reception, and Year 1 classes for the 2026-2027 academic year. Ethiopian parents or legal guardians are invited to apply for the limited available places. Given that applications are likely to surpass the spots, a lottery draw will choose candidates for testing.
The lottery is scheduled for March 24, 25, or 26, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. in the school auditorium. Parents of selected applicants will receive notification and must fulfill all admission requirements, including payment, within the designated timeframe to secure their child's place.
To apply, parents need to obtain and fill out an application form from the school's Admission Office. A non-refundable fee of 2,000 ETB must be paid at the Finance Office. Completed forms with supporting documents should be submitted to the Admission Office by 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026; no applications will be accepted after this deadline.
Entry requirements are as follows:
- Nursery: Children born on or before August 31, 2023 (turning 3 by August 31, 2026).
- Reception: Children born on or before August 31, 2022 (turning 4).
- Year 1: Children born on or before August 31, 2021 (turning 5).
For further information, contact the Admissions Office at +251 11 123 38 92 or +251 11 867 7694, email admission@sandfordschool.org, or visit www.sandfordschool.org.