Choosing an international school in Mauritius involves comparing the IB, Cambridge, and French programmes based on educational goals, language, fees, and the child’s future integration. This guide details the concrete differences to assist expatriate families, investors, and foreign buyers in making a decision suited to their situation.<\/p>\n
In Mauritius, international schools mainly offer three globally recognised curricula:<\/p>\n
The choice often depends on the family’s project, the child’s previous education, and the envisaged university prospects.<\/p>\n
| Criteria<\/th>\n | IB<\/th>\n | Cambridge<\/th>\n | French<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language of Instruction<\/td>\n | English (sometimes bilingual)<\/td>\n | English<\/td>\n | French<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Available Levels<\/td>\n | From nursery to IB diploma<\/td>\n | From primary to A-Levels<\/td>\n | From nursery to baccalaureate<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| International Recognition<\/td>\n | Very strong, access to global universities<\/td>\n | Strong, especially in English-speaking countries<\/td>\n | Strong, especially in French-speaking countries<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Pedagogy<\/td>\n | Active, student-centred<\/td>\n | Academic, regular exams<\/td>\n | Structured, official programmes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Tuition Fees<\/td>\n | Generally high<\/td>\n | Variable, often comparable to IB<\/td>\n | Moderate to high depending on status (AEFE, private)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Admission Procedure<\/td>\n | Application, test, sometimes interview<\/td>\n | Application, test, sometimes interview<\/td>\n | Application, sometimes level test<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Student Profile<\/td>\n | Very international, mobile families<\/td>\n | Mainly English-speaking, mixed<\/td>\n | French, Francophones, binational<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\nTuition Fees and Financial Criteria<\/h2>\nFees vary depending on the school, level, and chosen programme. In Mauritius, IB and Cambridge schools often display premium rates, reflecting the quality of facilities and international teaching staff. Accredited French schools (AEFE) may offer more moderate fees, but some private schools outside the contract apply rates comparable to other international curricula.<\/p>\n It is advisable to check:<\/p>\n
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