Pestalozzi Academy: Empowering Future Leaders, Rooted in Africa.

Pestalozzi Academy offers a first-class, internationally and nationally recognised education. Our students gain the skills to become self-reliant young adults and compassionate leaders, rooted in their culture and capable of bringing positive change to their communities and the wider world.

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Welcome to Pestalozzi Academy

Where potential meets purpose.
Welcome to Pestalozzi Academy, located in Ibex Hill, Lusaka.We provide a unique and practical approach to learning that emphasises our philosophy of the holistic development of each learner’s Head, Heart, and Hands. This approach cultivates critical and creative thinking, emotional intelligence, and practical skills — resulting in compassionate, active learners and confident change-makers.
Bamidele Akinbo (EdD)
Head of School

Pestalozzi Academy at a Glance

180+
graduates admitted to universities worldwide
80+
Trained teachers
130+
Alumni in our network
10+ countries
where our alumni are now studying
100%
2025

Our Pestalozzy Academy Difference

Offering ECZ,  the IB Diploma Programme and Cambridge IGCSE on campus, providing diverse, world-class academic pathways
Embracing a culturally responsive approach that honours our rich heritage and strengthens every learner’s sense of identity and belonging.
Building strong partnerships with parents through transparent and open communication

An Enko Education School

International university partnerships
A network-wide university admissions programme
High-quality teacher development
Cross-school learning experiences and leadership
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 A passionate poet and avid soccer player, Emmanuel always dreamed of pursuing higher education abroad to study Information Systems and Technology. Emmanuel accredits the dedicated support of Pestalozzi Academy.
Emmanuel is now pursuing a Bsc degree at the University of Pretoria with a 100% scholarship.
Emmanuel, Pestalozzi Academy Head Boy 2023

Beyond the Classroom

Debate & Public Speaking
Robotics &
Coding
Music &Creative Arts
Football &Team Sports
Young Entrepreneurs Club
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Our curricula

Academic excellence, international recognition
IB Diploma Programme (IBDP)
Strong foundation, global standards
 Cambridge & IGCSE
Structured framework for early childhood
ECZ Curriculum
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Safeguarding and Well-Being

Pestalozzi Academy upholds Enko Education’s robust child safeguarding policy. Every learner is supported academically and emotionally in a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment. Trained staff, dedicated well-being resources, and a whole-school approach ensure that learners thrive.

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