FACILITIES

The Len Allen Memorial Library:

Named in honor of Mr. Len Allen. The late Mr. Len Allen was a Canadian Engineering Consultant. He was a man of many humane qualities. He first came to Ghana in 1952 as a member of a team of engineers from Sir William Halcrow and Partners who were in charge of the Volta River Project. Prominent among the tasks performed by Len Allen was the delineation of the proposed Volta River Reservoir, and the establishment of a network of permanent river gauges. After completion of Hydro-electric projects in other parts of the world, he later returned to Ghana as the Resident Manager of Acres International Engineering Consultants who were involved in the construction of the Kpong-Akuse Hydro-Electric Plant. During his stay at Akuse, Mr. Allen saw to the planting of fruit trees and the beautification of Akuse.

Len Allen finally returned to his home country (Canada) in July 1982, after having been awarded the Grand Medal of Ghana (Civil Division) by the Ghana Government. He received a similar award from the Canadian government. He died on May 4, 1983, in Toronto, Canada. It was in recognition of his services to the school that the library was named after him. There is also the Allen Memorial fund which has been instituted in memory of Len Allen. The fund was established with the contributions and donations made by sympathizers at the memorial service held in honor of Mr. Len Allen in Toronto, Canada. The accruing interest from the fund is used to replenish the stock of literary material in the library. There is also the Len Allen Physical Science Awards Scheme that gives awards to deserving students. the library serves as a central hub for knowledge and learning.

The library is well-stocked with a variety of literature, including textbooks, encyclopedias, periodicals, journals and national dailies, among others. The Library offers Reference and Lending Services to the staff and students of Akosombo International School. However, adults and students from other institutions may be offered Reference services during vacation. The Libraries at Akuse and Aboadze schools are similarly organised.

• Collections: Textbooks, encyclopedias, journals, periodicals, and national dailies.
• Services: Reference and lending services for students and staff; adults and visitors may
• Special Programmes: Allen Memorial Fund replenishes library stock; Len Allen Physical Science Awards recognize outstanding students.
• Similar facilities are available at Akuse and Aboadze campuses.

The Book Shop:

Our Book Shop and satellite outlets supply textbooks, stationery, and school uniforms. Government textbooks are issued to students and billed accordingly. All items are recorded in a Student Order Book for transparency.

Medical Care:

• Students have access to VRA Hospital and clinics in VRA townships.
• Boarding students require a chit from their Senior Housemaster/mistress to visit the hospital; transport is provided by a school vehicle or PTA mini-bus.
• Sick-bays in boys’ and girls’ dormitories allow monitoring of students recovering from illness.
• Medical expenses are covered by parents/guardians and added to student bills.

School Canteens:

Canteens provide meals and snacks for students. Vendors operate under the supervision of the Schools’ Food Committees and undergo regular medical examinations to ensure food safety.

Transport Facilities for Students:

• Daily transport is provided for day students residing in Akosombo, Akuse, and Aboadze (fees added to bills).
• Termly bus service transports boarding students to/from Accra and Tema at the beginning, mid-term, and end of term.
• Transport is also provided for excursions and educational trips; clubs cover the actual fare for trips outside the school.

Sports & Outdoor Facilities

• Swimming Pool: Supervised swimming for recreation and training.
• Basketball Court: For practice, inter-house, and inter-school competitions.
• Multi-Purpose School Field: Used for athletics, football, games, sports days, and outdoor events.
• Additional sports facilities include volleyball courts, table tennis areas, and recreational spaces.

Bus Service at the Beginning, Mid and End of Term:

Most boarding students of AIS come to Akosombo from Accra and Tema. During holidays, the school buses take students home to Accra- Tema, and bring them back to school after the mid-term break. at the beginning and end of term. Students are charged for this bus service.

Excursions/Educational/Pleasure Trips:

Students who as part of the schools own programmes, go on field trips outside the school are provided transport. Clubs and Societies that plan for educational and excursion trips outside the school as part of their termly programme are required to pay the actual transport fare.

Insurance:

1. Personal Insurance:
There is no Personal Insurance Policy covering students while they are at school. Parents/ Guardians can therefore make their own insurance arrangements for their children/wards, as the school is absolved from any responsibility for injury to any pupil/student whilst they are attending or proceeding from school.
2. Personal Property:
The problem of loss of property which may include personal items occurs in almost every school. The School does not take any responsibility for the loss of such items, and hence does not provide compensation to victims.