BANANI INT SCHOOL 30 YEARS OF PHENOMENAL 2022

EST. 1993 30YEARS OF PHENOMENAL
GIRLS EDUCATION!
30 YEARS OF PHENOMENAL

GIRLS EDUCATION!

30 years later, we are proud to have

ol was established in graduated over 600 students who have

an’s concerned about gone on to succeed in a wide range of

pportunities available careers and fields of endeavors, and are

hat time. living their lives by the school motto:

where any girl, regard- “Let your Vision be world
background could be embracing”..
eed and develop her

We would be happy for you to consider
incipals of the equali- Banani School for your daughter, or ward
oneness of mankind, and invite her to join the hundreds of
y of providing educa- successful students who have passed
oup of dedicated vol- through our gates.
hool on 148 hectares
isamba, 80kms North

WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO: Banani International School was 148 hectares of donated farmland in
established in 1993 by a group of Chisamba, 80kms North of Lusaka.
 We believe every girl deserves Zambian’s concerned about the lack 30 years later, we are proud to have
usaka •ALL- GIRtLhSeINoTpERpNoArTtIuONnAitLy to be her very of educational opportunities available graduated over 600 students who have
org BOAbRDeIsNtGsSeClHfO. OL for girls within Zambia, at that time. gone on to succeed in a wide range of
hool They envisaged a school, where careers and fields of endeavors, and
any girl, regard-less of race, religion are living their lives by the school
From Grade 1— A-Levels!! or background could be given the motto:
chance to succeed and develop her
 Inherent in every child are full potential. “Let your Vision be world
the capacities to become an Motivated by the Baha’i principals of embracing”..
outstanding member of their the equality of men and women, the
community. Our job is to oneness of mankind, and the absolute We would be happy for you to consider
release that potential and to necessity of providing education for Banani School for your daughter,
help them achieve their very girls, this small group of dedicated or ward and invite her to join the
best in every aspect of their volunteers established the school on hundreds of successful students who
life. have passed through our gates.

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

School Programs 2

Co-curricular 3

School Life 4

Dorm Life 5 ALL- GIRLS INTERNATIONAL BOARDING SCHOOL
FROM GRADE 1— A-LEVELS!!

Application form 7 Plot No: 21 61 /B, Chisamba, Zambia.
Application form 8 Town Office: National Baha’i Centre 1 7 Alick Nkhata Rd. Lusaka

+260-966-737770 schooladmin@bananischool. org

Banani International School @banani_international_school

FAQs and Fees 9 Mailing Address: Private Bag 227x, Ridgeway, Lusaka.

www.bananischool.org

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“Regard man as a mine rich in gems of inestimable value. Education can, alone, cause it to
reveal its treasures, and enable mankind to benefit there from.”

Virtues: The gifts within.

At Banani School, we focus our discipline policy on the
development of Virtues within every student. These vir-
tues are common to all faiths and value systems and
underpin the development of a harmonious and pros-
perous society.

Students are rewarded by being recognized for their
practice of virtues during the year and earn bronze, sil-
ver and gold awards. All students who have achieved
gold awards by the end of the year share in a special
excursion to celebrate their continued improvement
over

“..Banani definitely laid the foun- “..I can confidently say that Banani
dation or the life I am leading set a great foundation for my jour-
now. Virtues are still a core part ney in life - especially with regards
of our lives and are something I to my professional life. If given the
am proudly trying to instill in my opportunity to go back into the past,
own kids too..” id definitely stroll through my Bana-
ni years willingly..”
—Ruth B. Chitiya, 2004 Alumni

—Moono Chungu, 2011 Alumni

We pride ourselves in the quality of our teachers and their ongoing commitment to both
academic and personal excellence. We are justifiably proud of the success of our stu-
dents, which not only represents the high quality of education they receive but also
their personal qualities of determination, hard work and dedication which they de-
veloped in their time with us. Despite the disruptions that Covid-19 may have posed
on their learning, we were still able to achieve an 87% pass rate.

Natasha Ndhlovu →

5A*s, 2A’s, 2B’s

← Eunice Tembo
4A*s, 3A’s. 1B

“..Educating the mind without educating Chibuye Sitali →
the heart is no education at all..” 5A*s, 1A

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Our Educational Partners.

Like all Institutions our educational partners are an important
aspect of developing opportunities for our students education.
We currently partner with:
Cambridge International Schools: Provider of the Cambridge
Curriculum and supporting materials for staff professional
development.
Elevate Education: An online learning platform that specialises
in Project Based Learning, (PBL). We are the first school in
Zambia to partner with them and believe engaging in girls in
PBL will greatly enhance their research and critical thinking
skills.
Encyclopaedia Britannica: Providing an up to date, research
tested and student safe reference library to every student
both at home and at school.
International Schools Association of Zambia: ISAZ represents
established independent schools in Zambia and provides a
forum for the discussion of matters of common interest. The
organisation engages in activities that may be considered
beneficial to the independent school movement and provides
a representative body with which others outside the Associa-
tion can consult.
Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme: The Duke of Edinburgh's
Award is a youth awards programme founded in the United
Kingdom in 1956 Open to young people of all backgrounds,
cultures and abilities, the DoE Award is highly regarded as
proof of a young persons ability to overcome challenges and
take control of their own life.
Exolab—10: As one of 3 schools in Zambia, in conjunction with
SensXAfrica, Magnitude.io, UNIDO, FAO and OYA our girls have
engaged in a science project that sees them growing alfafa
plants to capture carbon and providing background infor-
mation to scientist aboard an international space station!

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Dorm life:

The matron, dorm parent, and their assistants, along with the duty teacher, are
in charge of the students during non-academic times before and after school
and during weekends. As part of the Character Development Program at the
school, the students are expected to share in some cleaning of the dorms and
ablution blocks on a rotating schedule as well as doing their own laundry and
keeping their rooms tidy.

The residential staff take great care in ensuring that there is a relaxed and hap-
py atmosphere in the dorms, as this makes the environment more conducive to
learning. The students are encouraged to solve any personal conflicts that arise
through the process of consultation, a skill that is taught and reinforced in the
dormitory programs.

Students are provided with a quiet period in the evening after study time and are The girls share a 2—4 bed dorm
encouraged to use this time for reflection and prayer. The matrons also use room with attached common ar-
evening free time to meet with various grades on a regular basis. These class ea and adjacent ablutions. Hot
meetings are designed to promote a spirit of co-operation amongst the students. water is provided via solar gey-
Banani School’s residential staff devote much energy and attention to assisting sers and backup power is availa-
students with their personal development. ble during load-shedding.

The school actively promotes respect for and appreciation of all cultures and
religions and works towards building a community of students who demonstrate
unity within the diversity of many races, backgrounds, and beliefs.

Multi–Faith devotions hosted by the students are held every Sunday. And pro-
vide a time for all students to prayerfully reflect on the past week and prepare
for the coming one.

Our chefs work extremely hard and do a spec-
tacular job at providing the girls with excellent,
well prepared, balanced meals across our two-
week rotating menu.

“Be generous in prosperity, and thankful in adversity. Be
worthy of the trust of thy neighbor, and look upon him with
a bright and friendly face. Be a treasure to the poor, an ad-
monisher to the rich, an answerer of the cry of the needy, a
preserver of the sanctity of thy pledge “..

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A guide for parents

Cambridge International prepares school students for life, helping them develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion
for learning. We are part of the University of Cambridge. Our Cambridge Pathway gives students a clear path for education-
al success from age 5 to 19. Schools can shape the curriculum around how they want students to learn – with a wide range
of subjects and flexible ways to offer them. It helps students discover new abilities and a wider world, and gives them the
skills they need for life, so they can achieve at school, university and work.

Your child’s needs as a learner are at the heart Cambridge International AS & A Level qualifications are taken in over 130 coun-
of our approach to education. Our Cambridge tries with more than 530 000 subject entries each year. They are typically for
Pathway helps give students a love of learning learners aged 16 to 19 years who need advanced study to prepare for higher
that will stay with them through school, uni- education.
versity and beyond. Our approach supports
schools to develop learners who are:

 confident in working with information and
ideas – their own and those of others

 responsible for themselves, responsive to
and respectful of others

 reflective and developing their ability to
learn

 innovative and equipped for new and future
challenges

 engaged intellectually and socially, ready to
make a difference

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STUDENT DETAILS 2023 APPLICATION FORM

Surname: First name:
Middle name: Other names:
Place of Birth Date of Birth:
Nationality: Zambian Residency status:

Residential Address Town/City

Country: Post/zip Code

Religion:

Religion Mother: Religion Father:
First Name:
MOTHERS DETAILS

Title:

Other Names: Surname:

Former Surname:

Nationality: Profession:

Address: Town/City:
Country: Post/Zip Code
Home Phone No: Mobile Number:

Work Number: Employer Name:
Email Address:

FATHERS DETAILS:

Title: Frist Name:

Other Names: Surname:

Nationality: Profession:

Address: Town/City:

Country: Post/Zip Code

Home Phone No: Mobile Number:

Work Number: Employer Name:

Email Address:

Email: [email protected] |Phone: +260966737770 | Mailing Address: Private Bag 227x, Ridgeway, Lusaka.|Physical Address:
Plot no: 2161B, Chisamba, Zambia | Town Office: National Baha’i Centre, 17 Alick Nkhata Road, Lusaka |www.bananischool.org | Facebook:

Banani International School | Instagram: @banani_international_school

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SIBLINGS: D.O.B ATTENDING BANANI? YEAR ENROLLED

Name:
Name:
Name:

It is assumed that both parents listed on the application have joint custody and access to the records of the student. If

not are there any custody/guardianship issues relevant to the school? Yes No

If Yes please advise and attach documentation:

_____________________________________________________________________________________

EMERGENCY CONTACTS (NOT PARENT):

NAME RELATIONSHIP PHONE EMAIL

OTHER DETAILS: LEVEL OF PROFICIENCY

LANGUAGES SPOKEN AT HOME

ANY MEDICAL CONDITIONS OR ALLERGIES LIST HERE: (if more space required attach documentation)

PREVIOUS EDUCATION YEARS ATTENDED LEVEL ACHIEVED

SCHOOL NAME AND LOCATION:

CONTACT DETAILS FOR LAST SCHOOL ATTENDED: Ph. No. EMAIL
CONTACT NAME:

Email: [email protected] |Phone: +260966737770 | Mailing Address: Private Bag 227x, Ridgeway, Lusaka.|Physical Address:
Plot no: 2161B, Chisamba, Zambia | Town Office: National Baha’i Centre, 17 Alick Nkhata Road, Lusaka |www.bananischool.org | Facebook:

Banani International School | Instagram: @banani_international_school

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POLICY:

 We agree to the school policy that all day students at Banani International School must live with and be under
the care and supervision of a parent or legal guardian during the entire period of enrolment at the school.

 We agree that residential students will be provided care through a system of dorm mothers, matron, assistant
matron and Nurse.

 We understand that the school staff will take all necessary precautions at their disposal to ensure the safety of
our child but that they can in no way be held responsible for any illness or injury our child may incur while
attending Banani International School.

 We agree to comply with relevant policies as they apply to discipline, electronic devices, residential codes of
conduct and any other relevant documents as provided by Banani from time to time.

 Banani International School will use email as a primary source of communication and send regular school
updates and announcements through that medium. We understand that we need to keep a current email
address with the school.

 We understand that Banani is a Baha’i Inspired school and utilises materials developed by Baha’i inspired
organisations and that students may be included in Baha’i Celebrations which are devotional in nature as part of
the daily activities. However, we further understand that the school is open to and recognises, all faith traditions
and makes no distinction or separation based on any aspect of a student’s life be it religious, cultural or racial.

 We understand that the school will promote moral education through resources such as Character Development
and Moral Education classes and service activities.

We would like to apply for the enrolment of my daughter at BANANI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL and state that all
information provided on this form and attached documents is true and reflects accurate account of the applicant’s
academic history, health status and family situation and no information which is relevant to this application has been
withheld.

Signature: _________________________________________________________ __________
Date

Name: _________________________________________________________

Relationship: _________________________________________________________

Signature : _________________________________________________________ ___________
Date

Name : _________________________________________________________

Relationship : ________________________________________________________

Email: [email protected] |Phone: +260966737770 | Mailing Address: Private Bag 227x, Ridgeway, Lusaka.|Physical Address:
Plot no: 2161B, Chisamba, Zambia | Town Office: National Baha’i Centre, 17 Alick Nkhata Road, Lusaka |www.bananischool.org | Facebook:

Banani International School | Instagram: @banani_international_school

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1.Tuition and Boarding fees cover instructional, academic and personal counselling, some extra-curricular activities and boarding costs.
2. Security deposit is refundable at completion of school.
3.Examination fees for IGCSE are billed separately based on the Cambridge invoice.
4.The account will only be credited after the School office receives proof of payment.
5.Fees may be settled in full at any time during the school year.

DISCOUNTS

1. New students who pay the full years fees before the end of the previous year attract the following discount: By October 31st
attract a 7.25% discount, by 30th November a 5% discount and a 2.5% discount if paid by December 31st.

2. Existing/returning students receive a 5% discount if the full years fees are paid by December 31st of the previous academic year.
3. 10% discount is given on second and subsequent children of the same immediate family.
4. 5% is also given for the introduction of new students from an existing parent’s family, friends or contacts up to a maximum of

15%. (Discount applies once to any particular family)

PAYMENTS METHOD

Direct electronic bank transfer or deposit cash at Citi bank/Stanbic account – details provided below.
Cheque payable to Banani International School. Payments can be made at the School finance office.
Cash payment to be deposited directly into the School Account – Details provided below.

Stanbic Bank CitiBank Zambia
Account Name: Banani School
Account Name: Banani International School Account Number: 251153051
Account Number: 9130002608190 Sort Code: 03001
Sort Code: 040002 Swift Code: CITIZMLU
Swift Code: SBICZMLX Chikwa Rd, Lusaka
Branch: Lusaka Main Branch

For any questions or clarifications, kindly contact the Finance Manager:

Mr. Collins Kashinakazhi
Finance Manager
Banani International School
Cell: +260 965 860 346

Email: [email protected]

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Cambridge International A-Level is typically a two-year course, and
Cambridge International AS Level is typically one year. Schools can
choose to offer Cambridge International AS Level qualifications in their
own right, or as a way to progress to Cambridge International A Level.

Students can choose from a range of 55 subjects, meaning they can
study what they enjoy and are good at. They develop a deep under-
standing of the subjects they study, as well as independent learning
and critical thinking skills – abilities that universities value highly.

Our Cambridge International AS & A Levels are designed for stu-
dents worldwide, including those whose first language is not English.
Assessment takes place at the end of the course, and gives students a
variety of ways to show their knowledge and skills.

Thousands of students use Cambridge International AS & A Levels Learners can easily find out which universities world-
every year to gain places at leading universities worldwide, in- wide accept Cambridge qualifications by searching
cluding the UK, US, Australia, Canada and New Zealand. our online database at
www.cambridgeinternational.org/recognition
Opening up opportunities worldwide
All UK universities and over 600 US universities accept Cambridge With the Cambridge Pathway, your child is joining a
International A Level qualifications, including Harvard, MIT, Stan- global community of learners from more than 10 000
ford and Yale. In places such as the US and Canada, good grades in schools in over 160 countries.
carefully chosen Cambridge International A Level subjects can re-
sult in up to one year of university course credit.

By developing a global outlook in Cambridge learners,

d we aim to equip them for success in the fast-changing
modern world.

Cambridge International prepares school students for life, helping them develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion
for learning. We are part of the University of Cambridge. Our Cambridge Pathwaygives students a clear path for educational
success from age 5 to 19. Schools can shape the curriculum around how they want students to learn – with a wide range of
subjects and flexible ways to offer them. It helps students discover new abilities and a wider world, and gives them the

Cambridge IGCSE is the world’s most popular international qualification for 14 to 16 year olds. It is taken in
over 140 countries and in more than 4500 schools around the world.

Cambridge International prepares school students for life, helping them develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion
for learning. We are part of the University of Cambridge. Our Cambridge Pathwaygives students a clear path for educational
success from age 5 to 19. Schools can shape the curriculum around how they want students to learn – with a wide range of
subjects and flexible ways to offer them. It helps students discover new abilities and a wider world, and gives them the
skills they need for life, so they can achieve at school, university and work.

 confident in working with and
those of others

 responsible for themselves, of others

 reflective and developing their ability to learn

 and future challenges

 engaged intellectually and socially,ready to make a difference.

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Benefits for your child

Cambridge IGCSE helps students to develop knowledge, under-
standing and skills in subject content and intellectual enquiry.
The program has been designed for students

We offer students the flexibility to choose from over 70 sub- A global learning community
jects at Cambridge IGCSE, meaning they can study thesubjects
they enjoy and are best at. With the Cambridge Pathway, your child is
joining a global community of learners from
Assessment takes place at the end of the course and offers stu- more than 10 000 schools in over 160 coun-
dents a range of ways to demonstrate their learning, tries.

There are
also options to suit learners of different abilities.
The grades awarded at Cambridge IGCSE are A*–G, with A*
being the highest.

This means that Cambridge IGCSE is a great foundation for fur-
ther study, including Cambridge International AS & A Level,Cam-
bridge Pre-U and other post-16 routes.

Opening up opportunities worldwide
A Cambridge IGCSE qualification is recognized by leading

valuable certifi-
cate of achievement.

In the UK, Cambridge IGCSE is accepted as equivalent to the
GCSE. A good grade (grade C or above) in Cambridge IGCSE
English as a Second Language is accepted for entry by a num-
ber of universities in the UK as evidence of competencein the
English language.

Many universities worldwide require a combination of Cam-
bridge IGCSEs and Cambridge International A Levels
to meet their entry requirements. Leading US and Canadian
universities require Cambridge International AS & A Levels, but
some US and Canadian colleges and universities will accept
students with five Cambridge IGCSEs at grade C

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1. What is the cut off mark for entry into Banani?
As we believe that education is a right for all students, we base entry on a student’s willingness to engage with her own learning and
strive to live up to the Banani vision of developing excellence of character.

2. Why do you only take girls?
Banani School was established in 1993 in response to a lack of quality education for girls and while things have changed a great deal
there is still a need for high quality education focused solely on the needs of young women.

3. Why do you focus on Science and Mathematics?
Banani’s vision, from its beginning, was to give girls and young women the capacity to compete in fields they were frequently blocked out
of for many reasons, including the assumption that girls were either not interested or not capable of achieving in them. Over the years
our students have proved these assumptions false on many occasions and our graduates work in all fields of human endeavor.

4. As a boarding school how often do I get to see my child?
At Banani we run 3 terms per year from January to April, May to August and September to December. Between terms there are 3 weeks
holiday and during term times there are usually 2 visiting Sundays where you are able to visit you daughter and spend the day with her.
Grade 1 – 4 are able to enroll as fortnightly boarders if desired being picked up on Friday afternoons and returning to school Sunday
afternoons.

5. You say you are a Baha’i School. What does that mean and is my child required to be a Baha’i?
To be a Baha’i I school simply means that we base our values on Baha’i principles of equality, justice and unity. The Baha’i Faith has
been present in Zambia since 1952 and during that time has been engaged in many social economic development projects aimed at
increasing the wellbeing of all Zambians. Attendance at Banani does not require any student or staff member to be a Baha’i and all girls
are welcome to practice their own faith and school events are always interfaith. Like any faith based school students are expected to
attend weekly devotional meetings, which are organized by the students and are multi faith in nature, and to attend important Baha’i
celebrations but there is no expectation for them to become Baha’i, in fact a key teaching is that there should be no compunction in
religion and Baha’is should consort with followers of all religions in a spirit of love and unity. Our students are encouraged to engage in
prayer and reflection in whatever way they or their family prefer and we have students from a wide range of cultural and religious back-
grounds living and studying together. You can find out more information about the Baha’i faith at www.bahai.org or if you have any oth-
er questions you are free to contact the Principal directly on [email protected]

Fees 2022 per Term ZMW annual
Grade 1 – 4 Boarding ZMW 20,000.00 ZMW 60,000.00
Grade 5 – 7 Boarding ZMW 23,000.00 ZMW 69,000.00
Grade 8 – 9 Boarding ZMW 26,000.00 ZMW 78,000.00
Grade 10 – 11 Boarding ZMW 31,000.00 ZMW 93,000.00
A-levels ZMW 39,000.00 ZMW 117,000.00
Building Levy ZMW 3,000.00
Book Levy (primary – G11) ZMW 1000.00 ZMW 1,200.00
Book Levy ‘A’ levels ZMW 2,500.00
Tuck allowance (optional) ZMW 150.00
Admission Fees (Once off) ZMW 2,500.00 ZMW 1,200 per trip
Application Fee ZMW 3,000.00 ZMW 1,200.00
Admission Fee ZMW 2,500.00 ZMW 750.00
Security Deposit
Uniforms – Full set ZMW 250 if required per trip
Others ZMW 350 if required per trip
Town Shuttle Lusaka Grade 10, 11 & 12
Town Shuttle Ndola Grade 8 & 9
Duke of Edinburgh Trips Grade 7
3-night Cultural Trip
2-night Cultural Trip

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