The School has been in operation since 1971. The school year comprises 2 semesters extending approximately from the beginning of September to the end of January and from the end of January to the middle of June. The School is governed by a School Board of 7 members, elected by parents of the students for a 2-year term. The School is not incorporated and operates with the unwritten permission of the Government of Guyana. The curriculum is largely that offered by U.S. elementary and junior high schools with additions intended to assist pupils in understanding Guyana and Caribbean geography and history.
Textbooks are current and are from major U.S. educational publishers.
The School is housed in 2 new extended and fully renovated buildings with classrooms, a science lab, a computer lab, a school library, an art lab, physical education areas, and an assembly room. There is an adequate play area. This Fact Sheet is intended to provide general information.