English International School Newsletter of the 5th January 2026

Dear Parents,

We happily welcome back our children to school and extend to the entire school community our wishes for peace, good health and fulfilment in this New Year. We also welcome the new families who have joined us this term.

We thank you once again for your Christmas donations. The items were delivered to Terres Rouges. All there were very happy to receive the donations.

As is usually the case, we have been graced by the presence of some of our EIS alumni who have returned to visit during their holiday time. We always welcome their sharing of experiences and memories and are proud of how well they are doing in their various institutes of higher learning and professions. We wish them continued success in their endeavours.

Please make note of the following information and dates:

Public Holidays – Thursday and Friday, 8th and 9th January

School will be closed on these days, which the Benin government has declared in celebration of traditional religions.

Post-Mock Cambridge IGCSE / Advanced Level Examinations Meetings

Letters will go out next week to parents of Years 11 – 13 students regarding these meetings. Appointment times will be set for parents and students to meet with teachers later this month.

School Uniform and Sports Kit

Please remind your children to be prepared for school and sports lessons with the appropriate uniform and kit. The correct attire for games and tennis lessons is as follows: White t-shirt (without designs or writing), black shorts and sports shoes.

After-School Activities

After-school activities will start next week. Details of the activities on offer, as well as instructors’ contact numbers, will be updated this week on our website.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Yours sincerely,

Rebecca Khelseau-Carsky

Head teacher