1. Application & Inquiry
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Initial Contact: Parents/students fill out an Admission Inquiry Form.
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Information Sharing: The school provides the prospectus, fee structure, and a list of required documents (ID, birth certificate, previous transcripts).
2. Document Verification
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Screening: The Registrar's office checks the authenticity of previous school reports and leaving certificates.
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Equivalency: For students coming from abroad, the school verifies the Equivalency Certificate from the Ethiopian Education and Training Authority (ETA).
3. Assessment & Interview
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Entrance Exam: Most private schools conduct a written test in core subjects (English and Mathematics).
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Student Interview: A brief meeting with the Principal or Department Head to assess the student's readiness and social needs.
4. Admission Decision & Placement
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Approval: Based on the test results and document review, the school issues an Acceptance Letter.
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Grade Placement: The student is assigned to a specific grade and section according to age and academic level.
5. Final Registration & Fee Payment
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Payment: Parents pay the registration and first-month/term tuition fees.
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Enrollment: Once payment is confirmed, the student is entered into the School Management System (SMS), and an ID card is issued.