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SCHOOL
PROFILE
IB CODE: 060022
CEEB CODE: 072035
Cornerstone International Academy seal

Cornerstone
International
Academy

ABOUT US

Cornerstone International Academy is an independent, co-educational day school established in 2015 and fully accredited internationally by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) to offer the PYP, MYP, and DP programmes. The Academy operates across three campuses in Accra: Edward Scott and Antiwaa, which serve the Primary Years Programme, and Masua, which serves the High School and Diploma Programme.

Mission

Empower all our students through the nurturing of their individual capabilities in the fast-changing world to be responsible and contribute to the world.

Vision

Create a nationally known and internationally recognized school that produces action-oriented students and staff with loyalty, wisdom and responsibility for lifelong character.

High School Facts
& Quick Overview

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Accreditation

Cornerstone International Academy is a continuum school, fully accredited internationally by the International Baccalaureate Organization.

IB Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programme logos
NOTE TO ADMISSIONS OFFICES:

Cornerstone International Academy is currently educating its inaugural DP cohort. The school's first-ever graduating class will complete their studies and sit for international examinations in May 2027.

Contact

Address: 48 Mensah Wood Avenue, East Legon, Accra, Ghana

GPS Address: GA-376-9857

Postal Address: P. O. Box CT 8445, Cantonments, Accra

Website: www.cia.edu.gh

School
Administration

Acting Head of School: Mrs. Gifty Agbeshie

Vice-Principal & PYP Coordinator: Mr. William Gyamfi

Assistant Vice-Principal: Ms. Deborah Faith

DP Coordinator: Peni Ganivatu

Assistant DP Coordinator: Lawrence Kani

University and Careers Counselling Office.

Counselor: Eleanor Dadsi (University & Careers Counselor)

Phone: +233-302-550425 / +233-55-250-3433

Email: eleanordadsi@staff.cia.edu.gh / inquiry@cia.edu.gh

Membership: International Association for College Admissions Counselors (International ACAC)

Student Demographics & Contextual Information

Cornerstone International Academy maintains a balanced, co-educational student body. While the majority of students come from predominantly Ghanaian families, the school community is highly culturally diverse.

Nationality & Ethnicity:

The student body is primarily of African ethnicity, with many holding dual citizenship with the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Italy, and Germany, alongside vibrant Indian and Lebanese student populations. Other nationalities represented include Nigeria, Togo, and Burkina Faso.

  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Europe
  • North America
  • South America
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Financial Aid & Scholarships

C.I.A. is committed to socioeconomic diversity and actively supports talented learners from various backgrounds. C.I.A. maintains a scholarship program, supporting some students through full and partial tuition assistance. Tuition fees remain very affordable for an IB school.

Academic Program

Cornerstone International Academy offers a rigorous, 7-year secondary pathway aligned with the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, intentionally designed to foster academic excellence and the holistic development of the IB Learner Profile.

Middle Years Programme - MYP

Provides a robust foundational curriculum designed to prepare students for the advanced academic rigors of upper secondary school.

Years 6 to 10

Diploma Programme - DP

Challenging pre-university curriculum where 100% of upper secondary students participate in the full IB Diploma pathway. Students select a tailored suite of courses aligned with their specific strengths and future aspirations.

Years 11 to 12

Community Service (CAS)

Essential core service activities are deeply integrated into the school's culture via the IB Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) framework.

 

Co-Curricular Activities: Students engage in balanced extracurricular development, including structured options like Chess, Karate, and Music lessons.

Academic Calendar: The academic year runs from August–June over three terms. Exams are conducted at the end of each term.

The Diploma
Programme

YEARS 6–10 · MYP→YEARS 11–12 · DP

A challenging pre-university curriculum within a rigorous 7-year secondary pathway aligned with the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework. 100% of upper secondary students participate in the full IB Diploma pathway, selecting a tailored suite of courses aligned with their specific strengths and future aspirations.

Creativity
Activity
Service

CAS: essential core service activities deeply integrated into the school’s culture. Co-curricular: Chess, Karate and Music lessons.

Diploma Programme Subjects Offered
1Language A

English Language and Literature (ELL)

Higher and Standard Level
2Language B

French ab initio
Spanish ab initio

Standard Level
3Individuals & Societies

Economics · History · Geography · Business Management

Higher and Standard Level
4Sciences

Chemistry · Physics · Biology · Computer Sciences · Environmental Systems and Societies

Higher and Standard Level
5Mathematics

Applications and Interpretation (AI)
Analysis and Approaches (AA)

Higher and Standard Level
6Arts

Visual Arts

Higher and Standard Level
Grade Distribution
0Average DP predicted score
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0Achieved grades are 6s & 7s.
0Average MYP grades
24 - 42DP Grade distribution by year

UNIVERSITY COUNSELING SERVICES

Our university counseling program supports students in developing strong, authentic profiles that align with their higher education aspirations and ideal university fit. We guide families through every stage of the application journey, from university research and strategic profile building to the preparation of academic transcripts, predicted grades, and counselor and teacher letters of recommendation.


COLLEGE MATRICULATION & GRADUATION HISTORY

College Attendance History: Not Applicable (N/A)

Typical Destination by Percentage: Not Applicable (N/A)

NOTE TO ADMISSIONS OFFICES:Cornerstone International Academy is currently educating its inaugural DP cohort. The school's first-ever graduating class will complete their studies and sit for international examinations in May 2027.