Alexandra House School vs Lycée La Bourdonnais - Primary
Alexandra House School and Lycée La Bourdonnais - Primary are both in Mauritius, about 3 km apart. Both schools offer British programmes, and Lycée La Bourdonnais - Primary also offers French, Cambridge (Primary) and Cambridge (Secondary). Published annual fees are MUR 1,000 - 225,000 at Alexandra House School and MUR 149,000 at Lycée La Bourdonnais - Primary, which puts Lycée La Bourdonnais - Primary roughly 32% higher. Alexandra House School takes pupils from 4 to 11, and Lycée La Bourdonnais - Primary from 5 to 18. Lycée La Bourdonnais - Primary is the larger school, with around 1,385 pupils to Alexandra House School's 100.
French Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)
Pupils
Pupils
100
Pupils
1,385
Typical class size
Typical class size
15
Typical class size
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Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
French, English
Opened
Opened
1975
Opened
1953
Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Floréal, Mauritius, on King George V Avenue. The school is situated in Floréal, close to the central plateau, on over two acres of terraced gardens. It is a private English primary day school serving children aged 4+ to 11+ from expatriate and local families.
Location
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Stages
Stages
Primary (ages 4+ to 11+)
Stages
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School type
School type
Private English primary day school
School type
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Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
Mauritius
Country affiliation
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Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
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Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application & enrolment fees
- Registration fee: Rs. 1,000 (payable with the completed application form). - Enrolment (non-refundable) fee payable on acceptance of a place: Mauritian pupils Rs. 75,000; Non‑Mauritian pupils Rs. 100,000.
Tuition fees (per term and per year)
- Tuition is charged per term; the school year is divided into three terms. - Termly tuition: Mauritian pupils Rs. 75,000 per term; Non‑Mauritian pupils Rs. 100,000 per term. - Annual tuition (3 terms): Mauritian pupils Rs. 225,000 per year; Non‑Mauritian pupils Rs. 300,000 per year. - The termly tuition covers all textbooks, exercise books, art materials, educational equipment and school outings.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are invoiced per term (three terms in the academic year). - One term's written notice must be given on the first day of the term at the end of which the pupil is to leave; if proper notice is not given, fees are payable for the following term.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not provided for pupils at this school (the school operates as a day school with stated hours and day‑pupil arrangements).
Other costs and optional charges
- Uniforms are purchased separately from the school shop (Candos); uniform costs are not included in the termly tuition. - Afternoon activity clubs (optional) incur additional charges. - Transport is organised by parents; limited bus provision is available from some areas (any bus costs are separate and arranged/charged outside the standard termly fees).
Refunds and cancellation
- The enrolment fee paid to secure a place is non‑refundable at the point of enrolment. - If a parent fails to give the required one term's written notice of leaving on the stated day, fees for the following term remain payable; no automatic refund will be given in that circumstance.
Fee payment options and contact for payment arrangements
- The school does not publish detailed payment method instructions on its public fee pages; parents should contact the school administration to confirm accepted payment methods (bank transfer, credit card, local payment options or other methods) and to obtain any required banking/payment details. - Contact for payments and fee queries: admin@alexandrahouseschool.com; Tel: (230) 696 4108.
Fee details
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Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
British curriculum is followed closely in core subjects (English, Mathematics, Science) with other subjects having an international bias. The curriculum balances enquiry-based learning with a contents-based approach, developing skills in enquiry, research, creative and critical thinking. English is the language of instruction; teachers are native English speakers or Mauritian staff who speak English fluently and emphasise reading, phonics and language development. Subjects include English, Maths, Science, Integrated Studies, ICT, French, Study Skills, Drama, Music, Art & Craft, Physical Education, PSHE, Mindfulness, Brain Gym, and Assembly/Religion, with differentiation in small classes (average about 15). Alexandra House School is a COBIS member and provides a multicultural, international-friendly British-style education.
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Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
The school recognises that each child is gifted with something special and seeks to identify and develop each child's unique talents; classes are kept small (average 15) and teaching is differentiated according to individual academic levels.
Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. After completing the application form, an appointment for interview is arranged. It is helpful if parents provide up-to-date school reports and samples of the child's work at the interview. An informal test assesses the child's current level of ability in English and Mathematics to determine placement. If the family cannot be in Mauritius for interview, a place may be secured if the reports from the previous school indicate the work covered and the skills acquired.
2. Normally a place is offered only after this interview and testing. Admission is at the discretion of the school. Priority is given to 'traditional A.H.S families' such as siblings, returning families, or families with longstanding ties to the school. The school reserves the right to offer places to the most suitable candidates.
3. School Visit: Prospective parents who wish to visit are requested to make an appointment; staff provide information and a guided tour. Formal Application: A completed application form is required, accompanied by the child's birth certificate and previous school reports where appropriate. Fees and Submission: The registration fee is Rs.1000 for Mauritius-based applicants (this fee may be paid when the family arrives in Mauritius for applicants from abroad). Processing: If the application is emailed, it is acknowledged within one week during term time, or within the start of the next term; upon receipt, the child\'s name is placed on the waiting list.
4. Criteria for entry to Reception Class: Children are eligible for entry to Reception Class when they have reached 4 years of age by 31st December of the previous year. Prospective pupils are called for an interview with the headmistress and an informal test is given to assess English and mathematics; priority is given to fluent English speakers and to children from 'traditional A.H.S families'. Interviews typically occur during September and October of the year in which the children turn 4. Once 14 places have been allocated, no more testing will be carried out for that year and parents of remaining pupils on the waiting list will be advised that no further places are available.
5. Criteria for entry to classes from Year 1 to Year 6: If a place is available, the child will be given an appointment for an interview with the headmistress. Parents are encouraged to provide up-to-date school reports and samples of the child's work; an informal test will be given to assess English and mathematics. If necessary, prospective pupils may be invited to spend time in the school to assess literacy and numeracy to determine placement. Enrolment occurs when parents sign the enrolment form and pay a non-refundable enrolment fee to secure the place.
6. Children with Special Educational Needs: Parents of children with special needs or learning difficulties are asked to carefully consider what the school has to offer and to discuss each case with the staff. The school will take into account any reports from educational psychologists or specialists and advise on what specialist help is available locally. Admission may not be possible if, in the opinion of the Headmistress and Director, the school cannot provide adequately for the particular needs of the individual.
Admissions
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Scholarships
Scholarships
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Scholarships
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Waitlist
Waitlist
The school uses a waiting list. Upon completion of the application form, the child\'s name is placed on the waiting list. For Reception, 14 places are allocated; once these places have been filled, no more testing is carried out for that year and parents of remaining pupils on the waiting list are advised that there are no more places available for that year. They may choose to keep their child\'s name on the waiting list for a possible future place.