Our Campus · Aramoun, Mount Lebanon

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Universal School is nestled in the green hills of Aramoun, Mount Lebanon — easily reachable from Beirut and the greater metropolitan area. Use the map, directions, and landmarks below to plan your visit.

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Our Campus
Universal School
Chouaifet El Qoubbeh, Aramoun
Mount Lebanon, Lebanon
Latitude
33.7974° N
Longitude
35.4877° E
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Chouaifet El Qoubbeh, Aramoun is a residential and institutional area in the Aley District of Mount Lebanon, situated at an elevation that offers clear views of the Mediterranean coast. The school campus occupies a prominent hilltop position in the area.
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Office Hours
Mon–Fri, 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM
From Major Cities

Getting Here

Universal School is conveniently accessible from all major Lebanese cities via well-established highway routes.

From Beirut
Downtown / Martyrs' Square
Distance
~18
kilometres
Drive Time
25–45
minutes (traffic dependent)
Recommended Route
Take the Beirut–Damascus Highway (Dahr el-Baidar) southwest. Exit at the Khalde interchange, then follow signs toward Damour and Aramoun. Turn inland at the Aramoun junction and follow campus signs uphill.
From Sidon
Saida City Centre
Distance
~40
kilometres
Drive Time
40–60
minutes (traffic dependent)
Recommended Route
Head north on the coastal highway (Route 51) toward Khalde. At the Khalde intersection, take the inland road toward Aramoun. Follow the Aramoun road uphill — the school is visible on the hillside.
From Jounieh
North of Beirut
Distance
~32
kilometres
Drive Time
35–55
minutes (traffic dependent)
Recommended Route
Take the coastal highway south through Beirut. Continue through the southern suburbs toward Khalde. Exit toward Aramoun at the Khalde junction and follow the ascending road to the campus.

Landmarks & Reference Points

Near the School
  • Aramoun Municipality Building — The school is approximately 500 m east of the municipal centre, clearly visible from the main road
  • Khalde Interchange — The primary entry point from the coastal highway; follow Aramoun signs from the roundabout
  • Aramoun Grand Mosque — Located on the main road; the school is 300 m further uphill on the left
  • Carrefour Bouchrieh / Ouzai — A recognizable commercial anchor approximately 8 km north via the highway
  • Our Lady of the Mountains Church — Visible hilltop landmark in the Aramoun area, useful for orientation from a distance
  • Aramoun Area — Part of the Aley District, Aramoun sits elevated above the Khalde coastal strip, offering panoramic views and a calm, green residential setting ideal for a learning campus
First-Time Visitors
Look for the Universal School green signage at the Aramoun junction turnoff. The campus gate has a guard booth — please inform the guard of your visit purpose and they will direct you to the appropriate parking area.

Parking Information

On-Campus Facilities
  • Visitor Parking
    Dedicated visitor lot located directly inside the main gate on the left. Approximately 40 spaces available. Open to visitors during school hours (7:00 AM – 5:00 PM). Please sign in at the security booth upon arrival.
  • Staff Parking
    Reserved exclusively for faculty and administrative staff. Located in the upper campus parking zone. Visitor access to this area is restricted.
  • Drop-Off / Pick-Up Zone
    Designated drop-off lane at the front entrance. Operates 7:00–8:00 AM (morning) and 2:30–3:30 PM (afternoon). Please remain in vehicle and follow queue management instructions from school staff.
  • Street Parking
    Limited street parking is available on the Aramoun road adjacent to the campus. No restrictions apply, but spaces fill quickly during peak hours. Visitor parking on campus is recommended.

Public Transport

  • Service Taxis (Serveece)
    Shared taxis operating Beirut–Khalde–Aramoun routes stop at the Khalde junction. A short local taxi ride from Khalde to campus (~5 min).
  • From Beirut (Cola / Charles Helou)
    Take a service taxi heading toward Damour or Sidon via the coastal road. Alight at Khalde, then take a local taxi or ride-share to the Aramoun campus.
  • Ride-Share Apps
    Uber and InDriver operate in the greater Beirut area and can provide door-to-door service directly to the school campus from most locations.

Campus Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible main entrance with dedicated ramp at the front gate
  • Accessible restrooms on the ground floor of the main building
  • Elevator access between building floors for mobility-impaired visitors
  • Reserved accessible parking spaces adjacent to the main entrance
  • Smooth paved pathways connecting main facilities across the campus
  • Contact the school in advance to arrange tailored accessibility support for your visit

From the hills of Aramoun, our students look out over Mount Lebanon and the Mediterranean — a reminder that the world is their horizon, and Universal School is where their journey begins.

— Universal School, Aramoun Campus · Est. 2009
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