ElShaddai International School

Welcome

We are a Christian international school in Dodoma, the heart and capital of Tanzania.

Our owner Juliana Assey
“I always dreamed of opening a school and challenge young people to develop the purpose God instilled in them. I am happy to welcome you to El Shaddai International School. Come and join our family!”

Our Principal Hans Mannaerts
“As a teacher in Belgium, I became fascinated by the capacity of children to learn and to grow. In this new home of mine, I aim to contribute to informed quality education in El Shaddai International School and Tanzania.”

School Vision

Today`s readers, tomorrow's leaders.

El Shaddai International School (ELIS) is a christian, Tanzanian, International school located in Dodoma, the heart and capital of Tanzania. Loyal to our calling and location, we prepare children to become active members in the Tanzanian and global community by surrounding them with an educationally innovative, culturally rooted and spiritually rich school curriculum. Our school is a warm and welcoming community where we partner with parents in the education of their children, and approach all who enter as persons with a God-given purpose in life.

Admission

Thank you for considering our school for your child. Our school opens its doors on April 22nd, 2025. Admissions are ongoing. An admission procedure starts when we receive a completed application form. When you receive a letter of enrollment and finalize the enrollment fees, your child is a student at our school. More information in our Admission Policy. In case of questions or uncertainties, don’t hesitate to contact us.

School Development

In the school year 2025-2026 ELIS opens its doors to children ages 3 to 9. This includes preprimary classes 1, 2 and 3, as well as primary levels 1, 2 and 3. In upcoming years we foresee a gradual increase in the amount of classes. We will assess the need for supplementary classes based on the amount of students on the waiting list as well as the progress of the children already enrolled. Boarding facilities are planned and will be constructed in due time.