In Algiers, there are over 50 schools: international, private, public. French, American, British, national programs... The differences in quality, price, and teaching approach are enormous. One wrong choice can cost an entire year.
These anonymized testimonials illustrate difficulties faced by families who relocated without guidance.
“We enrolled our children in a nearby school without checking the program. After 6 months, they were completely lost: classes were in Arabic only and they didn’t speak the language. We had to switch schools mid-year.”
“The school had a nice facade and a good website. But after enrolling, we discovered classes had 45 students, teachers changed every month, and the actual level was far below expectations.”
“We didn’t know the school didn’t accept non-Arabic-speaking children. On the first day of school, our enrollment was refused. We had to start over from scratch in September.”
These families were supported by Sakina in their school search.
“Sakina organized visits to 3 pre-selected schools in one week. We found the perfect school on the first try: French program, 10 minutes from home, with available spots. Our kids adapted within a month.”
“Thanks to their field knowledge, we discovered a bilingual school we would never have found on our own. The Sakina advisor even knew the principal. Enrollment was done in 3 days instead of the usual 3 weeks.”
“We were hesitating between 2 schools. Sakina organized visits with both principals, gave us a detailed comparison, and helped us ask the right questions. We’re at peace, our children are thriving.”
Our team evaluates each school on criteria you won’t find in any guide.
French, national, IB, American, British...
Language integration program available?
Real-time verification, waiting lists
Actual travel time, not Google Maps
Reviews from current parents, not websites
Registration, cafeteria, transport, uniforms, hidden fees
Teacher/student ratio verified on site
Sports, arts, languages, clubs
Our team knows every school in Algiers. We support you from selection to enrollment.