Akhepran International Academy
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Private school · Grades 1–12 · Nassau, The Bahamas

Ancient wisdom for tomorrow’s global leaders.

Since 2011, Akhepran International Academy has taught scholars in Fox Hill to know their heritage, master their subjects and lead with purpose.

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Akhepran scholars in red, gold and green uniforms stand together in the assembly hall between the flags of The Bahamas and Africa.
Our three schools, by uniform: Primary · red Junior · gold Senior · green

Our vision

Teaching children to become conscientious citizens and proactive global leaders.

Our mission

We teach the historical, spiritual and intellectual heritage of humankind, and train scholars to strengthen the environment, the economy, culture and civilisation, so that they grow into local, national and global leaders.

About the Academy
Founded
2011In Fox Hill, Nassau
Grades
1 to 12Primary, Junior and Senior schools
Class size
About 15Scholars on average
Technology
A device eachEvery scholar learns with a laptop or iPad
A teacher in kente cloth guides a scholar during a culinary lesson. The Akhepran vision statement is pinned to the wall behind them.
A culinary arts lesson, with our vision statement on the classroom wall.

How we teach

The Trinity of Teaching

We teach every scholar as a whole person. Alongside the Ministry of Education curriculum, our teaching has three connected aims.

PassionSkills

We help each scholar discover their gifts and practise them until they shine.

  • Public speaking
  • Culinary arts
  • Web design
  • Music & dance
  • Swimming
  • Gardening
ProfessionSubjects

A broad academic programme builds the knowledge for further study and a career.

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • History
  • Computers
  • Aviation
PurposeSpirit

Lessons in character help scholars understand why their knowledge matters and whom it serves.

  • Service
  • Peace
  • Humility
  • Discipline
  • Generosity
  • Honesty
Explore our approach

Grades 1 to 12

Three schools, one journey

Scholars move through three schools. Each has its own uniform colour, its own national examinations and the same Akhepran values.

A young graduate in a white cap and gown holds a trophy beside teachers wearing kente stoles.

Grades 1–6

Primary School

Strong foundations in reading, writing and mathematics, with languages introduced through songs and drama.

Uniform: fire-engine redPrepares for GLAT

Junior School girls in gold uniform shirts and striped ties at an International Day of the Girl event.

Grades 7–9

Junior School

A wider timetable, growing independence and forty hours of community service each year.

Uniform: goldPrepares for BJC

Senior scholars in green uniforms stand with two adults in formal dress.

Grades 10–12

Senior School

BGCSE courses, ACT and SAT preparation, college fairs and real leadership roles.

Uniform: Kelly greenPrepares for BGCSE

Beyond the timetable

Where skills become passions

From the flight simulator to the BSAA final, our scholars learn by doing.

All signature programmes

News & achievements

Recent stories from Akhepran

All news

  1. Sport

    Two BSAA basketball titles for the Scarabs

  2. Achievement

    Presidential Scholarships to Drake University

  3. Leadership

    The ladies of AIA mark International Day of the Girl

  4. Culinary arts

    Young Chef champions, two years running

  5. Achievement

    Three Grade 12 scholars honoured by the Bahamas Outstanding Student Foundation

The Akhepran crest: a red scarab beneath a rising sun, between two faces in profile, above an open book and a quill, ringed in green, yellow and red.

Our name & crest

Named for Khepri, the scarab of renewal

Akhepran comes from the Ancient Kemetic word Khepri, the scarab beetle. It stands for strength, resilience and self-transformation: the discipline to persevere and the courage to keep growing.

  • BlackStrength & ancestry
  • GreenLife & growth
  • RedDivine protection
  • YellowJoy & enlightenment
  • WhitePurity & spirit
Explore our heritage
Dr. Jacinta Higgs, founder of Akhepran International Academy, wearing a patterned head wrap.

Welcome to Akhepran, where we nurture minds, fortify spirits, and inspire leaders for the future.

Dr. Jacinta Higgs, Founder

Dr. Higgs opened Akhepran in Fox Hill Village in 2011 as a small private school where every student brought a laptop. Today the academy joins African principles, ancient wisdom and the United Nations Global Goals with modern technology across all twelve grades.

Read the founder’s message

Admissions

Begin your family’s Akhepran journey

Admission follows four clear steps. We are happy to walk you through each one.

  1. Enquire

    Contact admissions, read the school brochure and ask your questions.

  2. Assess & meet

    Register for the placement exam, then meet the Principal with your child.

  3. Apply

    Submit the student application with the registration and enrolment fees.

  4. Enrol

    Pay the first tuition instalment and return the remaining forms.

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