Doves International Montessori School

International School in Kigali, Rwanda

Doves International Montessori School is in Rebero, Kigali, Rwanda, and serves children from 18 months through Grade 10. Established in Kigali in 2011, it describes itself as a joyful, bilingual home where children explore, create, and discover who they are. The school presents a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a family-friendly environment, and it welcomes an international community of families from many backgrounds.

The school offers a bilingual Montessori education in English and French. Its four programmes span Toddler Community, Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary, with each stage designed to follow the child from early childhood through the secondary years. The source describes learning as joyful, hands-on, and real, with individually paced work, prepared environments, and concrete Montessori materials that help make big ideas tangible. For younger children, the focus includes sensory play, practical life, phonics, and numeracy. In the elementary years, learning is project-based and interdisciplinary, while secondary students experience deep academic engagement, mentorship, career exploration, and global citizenship. The school also names STEM, character education, and robotics among its strengths.

Daily life at Doves is shaped by calm, beautiful classrooms and an approach that aims to support independence. The school says it uses a prepared environment and follows the child, inviting students to think creatively and build wellbeing. Its community includes families from around the world, and the school emphasizes strong communication, respect, integrity, empathy, responsibility, and resilience. The website also highlights student-led projects, which are intended to build confidence and an entrepreneurial mindset. School events mentioned on the site include a visit to Kigali Cultural Village, STEM Day 2025, and a Secondary Dance Showcase.

What stands out most in the source is the school’s balance of academic structure, bilingual learning, and attention to the whole child. It describes itself as an IB World School and notes 15 years of joyful learning in Rwanda, along with 20+ nationalities in the community. Doves may be a good fit for families looking for a bilingual Montessori setting in Kigali that serves a wide age range, values independence and character, and offers a learning environment that is both academically serious and warm in tone.

Frequently asked questions about Doves International Montessori School

Where is Doves International Montessori School located?

Doves International Montessori School is located at Rebero, Kigali, Rwanda. You can view the exact position on the map on this page and open it in your preferred maps app for directions.

What type of school is Doves International Montessori School?

Doves International Montessori School is listed in the IPC Education directory as a international school serving families in Kigali, Rwanda, with a curriculum described as Bilingual Montessori, IB World School, STEM, Character Education, Montessori, Language Immersion.

What ages does Doves International Montessori School accept?

This listing shows ages 2–15. Entry points and class groupings can change from year to year, so confirm current intake ages with the school before applying.

What curriculum and languages are used?

Curriculum information on record: Bilingual Montessori, IB World School, STEM, Character Education, Montessori, Language Immersion. Languages of instruction listed: English, French.

What are the opening hours at Doves International Montessori School?

Opening hours are not published on this listing yet. Ask the school for its daily timetable, including drop off and pick up times and whether extended or holiday care is available.

How many children can Doves International Montessori School enrol?

Capacity is not recorded on this listing. Ask the school how many children it enrols in total and how many places are open in your child's age group.

How do I apply or arrange a visit to Doves International Montessori School?

Start by using the Request Information button on this page or by contacting the school directly. Most schools ask for a visit first, then an application form, a copy of the child's birth record and immunisation record, and a registration fee. Confirm the exact steps and deadlines with the school, as requirements differ across Kigali, Rwanda.

What should parents ask when visiting Doves International Montessori School?

Ask to see the rooms your child would actually use, the daily routine, the adult to child ratio in that group, staff qualifications and turnover, how the school records progress and communicates with parents, safeguarding and collection procedures, food and nap arrangements, and the full fee schedule including extras.

Is Doves International Montessori School an IPC Verified school?

Doves International Montessori School is not currently listed as an IPC Verified school and is not authorised to display the IPC Verified badge.

What does IPC verification mean for parents?

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How do I contact Doves International Montessori School?

Website: dovesmontessori.com · Address: Rebero, Kigali, Rwanda

Does Doves International Montessori School publish fees?

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