A teacher helping a pupil with her notebook in class

Since 2001, helping children enter school with confidence.

A bilingual school in Cadjehoun, Cotonou, for children from 18 months to Grade 9.

Our story

The motto came first. The school grew around it.

The Busy Bees School opened in January 2001 with one idea: that a child’s first steps into school should feel safe and exciting, not frightening. That idea became our motto, “Entering school with confidence”.

Today we welcome children from 18 months of age and support their academic, social and emotional growth. Kindergarten is taught in English immersion, and primary and secondary pupils learn in English and French every day.

Children at The Busy Bees School
25years in Cotonou, since January 2001
18 monthsthe age our youngest pupils join
Grade 9one school from Pre-Nursery up
2 languagesEnglish and French, every day
A teacher helping a pupil with her notebook in class
Happy children playing with toys in the sand
Kindergarten children painting together on a large sheet of paper
Young pupils threading colourful beads at a table

Our mission

What we commit to

Four promises to every family.

Language mastery

English early, French always.

Early English proficiency gives children a head start for everything they learn after, while French keeps them rooted in Benin’s school system.

Holistic development

Character counts as much as grades.

We build respect, caring and compassion into everyday school life, from the classroom to the playground.

Personalized learning

Small classes, known by name.

Small class sizes let teachers adapt to how each child learns, and notice early when someone needs a hand.

Community engagement

Parents are part of the hive.

Cultural events, sports and shared activities bring families into school life throughout the year.

Why families choose us

Confident, bilingual, ready for global challenges.

Qualified teachers

Staff with experience in both the French and English education systems.

A rich curriculum

Benin’s competency-based approach with enriched academics, and English immersion in Kindergarten.

Global opportunities

A bilingual education that opens international pathways for the next step.

Student support

Personalized attention in small classes, so every child gets the help they need.

Come and see the hive for yourself.

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