Established in 1953 in Aleppo, Syria
Located in Al-Sryan Al-Kademah beside the Syriac Evangelical Church, the school includes Kindergarten and Basic Education classes. Students learn Arabic, English, and French, in addition to robotics, within a modern and stimulating learning environment.
Institutional Overview
Syriac Evangelical School was established in 1953 in Aleppo, Syria. The owner of the school is the Head of the Armenian Protestant Community in Aleppo.
The school is located in Al-Sryan Al-Kademah beside the Syriac Evangelical Church. It includes Kindergarten and Basic Education classes.
Students study Arabic, English, and French in addition to robotics. Teachers apply Maria Montessori’s educational method, who stated: "The hand is the key of the brain."
The school has contracted with a health center to provide medical care when needed.
Vision & Mission
Vision: To be a pioneering and creative educational lighthouse that plants seeds of distinction and creativity, preparing students for a bright future as effective leaders and responsible international citizens.
Mission: To provide a fully stimulating educational environment using the most recent technological curriculum and smart learning systems to enhance academic, personal, and social capacities, enabling students to achieve their ambitions.
Leadership & Growth
The school was originally founded in 1932 under modest conditions with kindergarten and elementary levels. In 1981 it was renovated and became a modern stone-built school.
Former principals include Bier Arslan and Andranik Injijikian. The current principal is Mrs. Sonali Ghazal.
The school operates under the sponsorship of the Syrian Armenian Evangelical Educational Council. Today it serves 375 students with 30 staff members.
School Identity
Syriac Evangelical School, Aleppo
A community-centered school in Al-Sryan Al-Kademah, combining basic education, languages, and modern skills within a supportive and safe learning environment.
Quick Overview
Syriac Evangelical School is based in Aleppo, Syria. It is located in Al-Sryan Al-Kademah, beside the Syriac Evangelical Church. The school includes Kindergarten and Basic Education classes.
Students learn Arabic, English, and French, in addition to robotics. Teachers apply Maria Montessori’s method expressed in the phrase: “The hand is the key of the brain.”
The school has a contracted health centre to provide medical care when needed, supporting a safe and stimulating educational environment.
Leadership
School Leadership
Educational leadership focused on quality learning, daily follow-up, and a safe, supportive environment for students.
Arousiag Der Artinian
Principal & Senior Educational Leader with more than 38 years of experience across teaching, educational supervision, and school leadership. Her journey began in the classroom, shaped by a belief that real education starts with respecting students, trusting their potential, and building relationships grounded in trust and discipline. Over time, she moved into supervision and then administration, focusing on empowering teachers and creating learning environments that inspire and motivate.
She holds a B.A. in English Literature and a Diploma in Education from Aleppo University, along with a Secondary Education Certificate from Aleppo College for Girls. She is currently serving as principal of the Syriac Evangelical School.
Professional background & vision
Professional Background:
23 years teaching English in governmental secondary schools
7 years as an English supervisor in the Directorate of Education in Aleppo
9 years as principal of the Armenian Evangelical Bethel Secondary School
Currently serving as principal of the Syriac Evangelical School
School Life
Classrooms and facilities in action
Moments from classrooms, active learning, the computer lab, and the playroom—reflecting the school’s daily atmosphere.
