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Since 1961: A Legacy of Learning and Leadership
For over 60 years, TASOK has been Kinshasa’s trusted international school, empowering students to lead with excellence, integrity, and inclusivity.
Rooted in community. Driven by possibility.
Discover TASOK
Explore TASOK’s learning journey, vibrant community, and inspiring campus—where Excellence, Integrity, and Inclusivity guide every step.
![Community]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742823202/tasoknet/gypy2mvwhx25xfmtfcjr/partofspiral.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742823202/tasoknet/gypy2mvwhx25xfmtfcjr/partofspiral.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742823202/tasoknet/gypy2mvwhx25xfmtfcjr/partofspiral.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1742823202/tasoknet/gypy2mvwhx25xfmtfcjr/partofspiral.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1742823202/tasoknet/gypy2mvwhx25xfmtfcjr/partofspiral.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1742823202/tasoknet/gypy2mvwhx25xfmtfcjr/partofspiral.jpg","width":2200}])
At TASOK, community is at the heart of the learning experience. Our diverse, welcoming environment brings together students, families, educators, and alumni from around the world.
![Preschool]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746955345/tasoknet/gtkzs1fglapilrkkbqrs/homepagepost-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746955345/tasoknet/gtkzs1fglapilrkkbqrs/homepagepost-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746955345/tasoknet/gtkzs1fglapilrkkbqrs/homepagepost-1.jpg","width":575}])
Our Preschool program for children ages 3 to 5 offers a warm, inclusive environment where young learners thrive through play-based, hands-on experiences.
![Primary Years Program (PYP)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746958439/tasoknet/gpd8emzepl3vqcz7owwl/PYPhomepost.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746958439/tasoknet/gpd8emzepl3vqcz7owwl/PYPhomepost.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746958439/tasoknet/gpd8emzepl3vqcz7owwl/PYPhomepost.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746958439/tasoknet/gpd8emzepl3vqcz7owwl/PYPhomepost.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746958439/tasoknet/gpd8emzepl3vqcz7owwl/PYPhomepost.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746958439/tasoknet/gpd8emzepl3vqcz7owwl/PYPhomepost.jpg","width":2200}])
The Primary Years Program (PYP), designed for students in Kindergarten through Grade 5, offers a rich, transdisciplinary learning experience that nurtures curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.
![Middle Years Program (MYP)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746959257/tasoknet/kow4tfqhgrxjy3tiuaz5/MYPhomepagepost.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746959257/tasoknet/kow4tfqhgrxjy3tiuaz5/MYPhomepagepost.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746959257/tasoknet/kow4tfqhgrxjy3tiuaz5/MYPhomepagepost.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746959257/tasoknet/kow4tfqhgrxjy3tiuaz5/MYPhomepagepost.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746959257/tasoknet/kow4tfqhgrxjy3tiuaz5/MYPhomepagepost.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746959257/tasoknet/kow4tfqhgrxjy3tiuaz5/MYPhomepagepost.jpg","width":2200}])
The Middle Years Program (MYP), serving students in Grades 6 to 10, bridges academic challenge with personal growth during this critical stage of adolescence. Designed to deepen understanding and broaden perspectives, the MYP fosters intellectual curiosity, intercultural awareness, and principled action.
![Diploma Program (DP)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746959110/tasoknet/yvh88gv2eo5lg8kqnm3l/DPhomepost-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746959110/tasoknet/yvh88gv2eo5lg8kqnm3l/DPhomepost-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746959110/tasoknet/yvh88gv2eo5lg8kqnm3l/DPhomepost-2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746959110/tasoknet/yvh88gv2eo5lg8kqnm3l/DPhomepost-2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746959110/tasoknet/yvh88gv2eo5lg8kqnm3l/DPhomepost-2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746959110/tasoknet/yvh88gv2eo5lg8kqnm3l/DPhomepost-2.jpg","width":2200}])
The IB Diploma Program (DP) at TASOK is a rigorous, two-year pre-university course of study for students in Grades 11 and 12. It is designed to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who are well-prepared for success in higher education and life beyond school.
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Nestled on a vibrant 42-acre wooded campus in the heart of Kinshasa, TASOK offers a unique learning environment that blends natural beauty with modern facilities.
Our Community
![Evelyne (Senior Admin Assistant): The Heart Behind TASOK’s Everyday Magic]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762697960/bnh1ohah2ks7eqx4a77n/DSC_01282.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762697960/bnh1ohah2ks7eqx4a77n/DSC_01282.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762697960/bnh1ohah2ks7eqx4a77n/DSC_01282.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1762697960/bnh1ohah2ks7eqx4a77n/DSC_01282.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1762697960/bnh1ohah2ks7eqx4a77n/DSC_01282.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1762697960/bnh1ohah2ks7eqx4a77n/DSC_01282.jpg","width":2200}])
Born and raised in Kinshasa, Evelyne’s journey is one of resilience, curiosity, and quiet leadership. Although she once dreamed of becoming an agronomist and was accepted to study in Belgium, life took an unexpected turn when her father fell ill. Returning home, she redirected her energy toward meaningful work that combined service, learning, and community.
![Papa Landu (Janitor) – 39 Years of Service and Dedication to TASOK]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762696528/xb70j5f5rsvjm4iqmkgz/CommunityPapaLandu.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762696528/xb70j5f5rsvjm4iqmkgz/CommunityPapaLandu.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762696528/xb70j5f5rsvjm4iqmkgz/CommunityPapaLandu.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1762696528/xb70j5f5rsvjm4iqmkgz/CommunityPapaLandu.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1762696528/xb70j5f5rsvjm4iqmkgz/CommunityPapaLandu.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1762696528/xb70j5f5rsvjm4iqmkgz/CommunityPapaLandu.jpg","width":2200}])
Always smiling, discreet, but deeply committed to his work and to the community, he shares with us a bit of his story and his view of the country, Congolese culture, and the role each person plays in passing on values.
For nearly four decades, Papa Landu has been an integral part of life at The American School of Kinshasa (TASOK). Hired in 1986 at the age of 16, he has witnessed the school’s evolution, transformation, and growth while leaving his own mark on it. From the workshop to the garden, the kitchen, the store, and even protocol, Papa Landu has held nearly every possible position, always with the same rare qualities: dedication, respect, and service.
![Behind the Wires: Meet Dennis, TASOK’s “Gentle Giant”]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746971752/tasoknet/pxeudoclyqh6xdg7lgfd/Atelier-Dennis.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746971752/tasoknet/pxeudoclyqh6xdg7lgfd/Atelier-Dennis.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746971752/tasoknet/pxeudoclyqh6xdg7lgfd/Atelier-Dennis.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746971752/tasoknet/pxeudoclyqh6xdg7lgfd/Atelier-Dennis.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746971752/tasoknet/pxeudoclyqh6xdg7lgfd/Atelier-Dennis.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746971752/tasoknet/pxeudoclyqh6xdg7lgfd/Atelier-Dennis.jpg","width":2200}])
For 16 years, Dennis Makambu has quietly kept TASOK running—repairing, maintaining, and supporting the community with both skill and heart. In this interview, Dennis shares his journey from Matadi to TASOK, his pride in his work, and the small moments that make a big impact. Read on to learn more about the man behind the scenes who starts each day by praying for the school he loves.
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TASOK Seniors Take On the World
With acceptances from top universities across Europe, North America, and the Middle East, the Class of 2025 has shown what hard work, courage, and global ambition can achieve. From engineering in the Netherlands to business in Madrid, these students are headed toward bright futures. Read on to see the full list of universities and a special message from College Counselor Davon Campbell.
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