Curriculum Pathways
Students follow the Ghana National Curriculum, IB PYP (Candidate), and Cambridge IGCSE pathways with externally validated standards.
About Datus International School
Founded in 1962, Datus has served generations of learners in Ghana through a blend of national and internationally recognized academic pathways.
About Datus
A long-standing school community with national roots and international ambition
Datus Complex Schools Ltd was founded to serve children in Accra and families attracted by its inclusive ethos, bilingual character, and academic philosophy.
Datus Complex Schools Ltd was founded on June 12, 1962, and is registered by the Ministry of Education in Ghana. The wider school operates the Ghana National Curriculum together with international pathways including the IB and British Cambridge curriculum.
Datus International School is the wing of the school focused on the IB and Cambridge IGCSE pathways. What began with just 12 pupils has grown into a learning community that has contributed significantly to the education of both local and international learners.
The school was founded to serve children in the Accra community and families drawn to its bilingual character, philosophy, and educational objectives. Today, Datus continues to position itself as a diverse school of choice for families seeking both national and internationally recognized programmes.
Founder
Raphael Adoayi Dowetin
Togbui Kwaku Amenyodu I
Founded 1962
The school opened its doors to 12 pupils on June 12, 1962, and has since grown into a diverse learning community with strong local relevance and expanding international recognition.
Datus International School continues that legacy by focusing on IB and Cambridge pathways while remaining rooted in service, inclusion, and educational access.
Recognition
Accreditation, curriculum recognition, and community profile
Datus combines recognized academic pathways with an inclusive environment built for both local and international learners.
Accreditations and Memberships
Ghana Education Service accreditationIB Organization member and IB World School pathwayCambridge / British Council recognitionCollege Board recognition for SAT, ACT, and PSATASCICS membershipNASIA membershipAAIE membership
Academic Community
Languages
English is the language of instruction, with French, Mandarin in the lower years under IB PYP, and Arabic Studies also offered.
Inclusive Community
Datus sees diversity as a strength and has built one of the most diverse communities of learners in Ghana.
Admissions
Applications are accepted throughout the year, and interested families are encouraged to contact the school by phone or email for more information.
Our Vision
Educating learners for thoughtful, global, and joyful futures
Educating children to become independently thinking, globally and socially conscious, innovative, communicative, and happy young individuals.
Student Community
Our Mission
Datus is an independent school rooted in philosophy and centered on the learner, serving students from age 3 through grade 13. It nurtures a lifelong love of learning, prepares students to thrive as informed citizens in a dynamic world, and builds an inclusive community that values diversity, common decency, and human dignity.
Aspire to the highest internationally recognized performance standards.
Build and respect a culture based on internationalism.
Embrace and cultivate the giftedness and uniqueness of all learners.
Strengthen self-belief, transformative leadership, and entrepreneurship skills.
Motto and Guiding Values
Knowledge is Power
IIPATH Values
InnovationIntegrityPurposefulnessAccountabilityTrustHard Work
ICEE Principle
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Academic Schedule
School Year
August - July
Daily Schedule
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Trimester System
Three terms: August - December, January - March, and April - July
School Breaks
Midterm breaks of one week and end-of-term breaks of 4-8 weeks
Board of Trustees
Governance shaped by education, business, and international perspective
The Board includes elected parent representatives, appointed trustees, and school leadership participating in governance as ex officio members.
The school is governed by a Board of Trustees numbering not fewer than 7 and not more than 12 members.
Some trustees are elected by parents and others are appointed directly by the Board. A staff member elected by peers also serves with full voting rights.
Board members serve two-year terms and may be re-elected or re-appointed. The International Advisor, Primary Principal, and Secondary Principal attend as ex officio members.
Chair Person
Dr. Theresa Dowetin-Anagbo
Datus Complex Schools
Ghana
Vice Chairman
Philip P. Dowetin
Angel Oak Capital Investors
Atlanta, GA
Co Chairman
Francis Dowetin
Datus Complex Schools
Ghana
Administration and Strategic Planning
Daniel Humphrys
Datus Complex Schools
Ghana
International Advisor
Dr. Tassos Anastassiades
Datus Complex Schools
Kosovo
VP, Program Execution - JPMorgan
Daniel S. Tetteh
Chase & Co
Dallas, TX
Lawyer
Akon Baba Esq.
CEO, DekonSab Ventures
Ghana
Advisor / VP Administration
Torgbui Kudakpo Ayitey III
Datus Complex Schools
Ghana
Director
Fisher Anagbo
Watson & Fine Ghana Ltd
Nigeria, Belgium, USA
advisor
Mr. Nneotaobase Egbe
Channels TV
Nigeria
Ex Officio Leadership
School leaders who participate in governance and daily academic direction
These leaders attend board meetings as ex officio members and provide operational and academic continuity across campuses.
Principal, Senior High School - kasoa
Mr. Baba Ayine
Principal, Basic School - Tema
Mr. Frederick Senyo Ampoh
Principal, Basic School - Bubiashie
Ms. Sarah Ansah
Speak With the Admissions Team
Families can apply throughout the year and are encouraged to contact Datus for further information about placement, programmes, and campus visits.