Learning Support Services

Learning Support

At the American International School of Niamey, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed. Our Learning Support program works in partnership with families and teachers to identify and remove barriers to learning so that students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Support may be provided for students with learning differences, attention or executive functioning challenges, social-emotional needs, or English language development. Our goal is never to label students, but to understand how each student learns best and provide the strategies, accommodations, and encouragement they need to reach their full potential.

English Language Learners (ELL)

Starting school in a new language can be challenging. AISN provides English Language Learning (ELL) support to help students build confidence in English while continuing to make academic progress. Our teachers work closely together to ensure students develop both their language skills and their understanding of classroom learning, allowing them to transition successfully into an English-speaking environment.

Our Partnership with Ghera Education

AISN is proud to partner with Ghera Education, giving families access to a wider range of specialist services while remaining in Niger.

Through this partnership, families can access online Educational Psychology assessments, professional counselling services, and consultations with experienced learning specialists. These services help us better understand each child’s strengths and challenges so that we can recommend practical supports both at school and at home.

When appropriate, our team works with families and Ghera Education to develop individualized learning plans (IEPs), classroom accommodations, targeted interventions, and strategies that help students experience success in their daily learning. We also assist families in navigating referrals, understanding assessment reports, and planning the next steps after an evaluation.

Many AISN families already access these services, allowing students to receive timely support without the need to travel abroad.

Collaborative Approach

Learning Support is a partnership between students, families, teachers, and specialists. We believe that when school and home work together, students are more confident, more independent, and better equipped to overcome challenges.

Learning differences are common around the world. Research suggests that approximately one in seven learners experiences a learning disability, and millions of students with learning differences go on to graduate from universities around the world, including many highly competitive institutions. Identifying a learning barrier does not limit a student’s potential- it provides the information needed to help them learn more effectively and confidently.

Whether a student is adjusting to learning in English, needs additional academic support, or would benefit from specialized services, AISN is committed to helping every learner grow and succeed.

For more information about Learning Support services or to discuss your child’s needs, please contact aisndirector@aisniamey.org.

Sources: UNESCO (2023 Global Education Monitoring Report); UNICEF (2022 global disability estimates).