Lideta Catholic Cathedral School (LCCS)
embodies a Legacy of Faith and Excellence.
It was Founded in 1954 by the Catholic Archdiocese of Addis Ababa, It was originally known as Nativity Boys’ School. It now is one of Ethiopia’s most respected private institutions, blending academic rigor with moral and spiritual formation.
Historical Journey:
• Early Roots: Began as alphabet tutorials under Abba Gebremichael Mekonnen, the parish priest of Lideta Cathedral
• 1955–1974: Managed by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, known for their global commitment to education
• Post-1974: Administration returned to the Archdiocese, continuing its mission of holistic education
Founded: 1954 by the Catholic Archdiocese of Addis Ababa
SCHOOL PROFILE:
• Type: Private, coeducational (Grades 1–12)
• Enrollment: Serves approximately 2,600 students annually
• Languages of Instruction: English and Amharic
• Motto: Formation of Integral Human Development
ETHOS & IMPACT:
LCCS is renowned for nurturing ethically grounded, intellectually capable citizens. Its curriculum blends Ethiopian national standards with international best practices, preparing students not just for exams—but for life
Success Pathways formed a working partnership with the great school in August 2025. We met and were graciously received by the School Principal Ato Belay Abate, on several occasions where we discussed various avenues of collaborations around education outcome and school student needs.
We will collaborate on selecting deserving Scholarship candidates who will attend that school. As well as in organizing guest speaker series and seminars on a range of topic so the students can learn and benefit from some extraordinary thought leaders and achievers on different topics in different areas of endeavor.