Morning Star School vs Themis International School

	M Morning Star School Mauritius, Mauritius	T Themis International School Mauritius, Mauritius
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year MUR 143,200 - 201,100	Fees / year MUR 0 - 270,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 11 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary)	Curriculum Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 18	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language —
Opened	Opened 2003	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Trianon, Mauritius. The campus serves pre-primary to secondary students.	Location Beau Plan, Mauritius
Stages	Stages Pre-primary, Primary, Secondary	Stages Secondary
School type	School type Private school	School type International secondary school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Individualised attention in Learning Centres (up to 18 students per centre) with a supervisor and an assistant; teacher:learner ratio of 1:9.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Mauritius	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Christian	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure 07:20–16:00; Saturday and Sunday closed
Bus service details	Bus service details No bus service; parents are responsible for transportation.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Admission / Membership fees - Family membership (Inception): Rs. 25,000 per family. - Registration: Rs. 20,000 per child. Entry assessments and mandatory one‑off charges for new students - PACE materials (annual): Primary Rs. 12,600 per child; Secondary Rs. 13,800 per child. - Diagnostic test (one‑off): Rs. 300 per child. - Student insurance (annual): Rs. 100 per child. Tuition and recurring fees (monthly billing structure) - School tuition (collected monthly over 12 months): Primary Rs. 10,750 per month; Secondary Rs. 11,700 per month. - PACE fee (collected monthly over 12 months): Primary Rs. 1,050 per month; Secondary Rs. 1,150 per month. - IT fee (collected monthly over 12 months): Rs. 100 per month for both Primary and Secondary. - Yearbook fee (charged per family, shown on a 12‑month basis): Rs. 25. - Total (combined monthly amount shown over 12 months): Primary Rs. 11,925 per month; Secondary Rs. 12,975 per month. Discounts and sibling concessions - Two children: 10% discount on school fees. - Three children: 15% discount on school fees. - Four children: 20% discount on school fees. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard billing is structured as monthly payments spread over 12 months for tuition, PACE and IT charges (figures are presented on a 12‑month basis). Deposits to reserve a place are accepted only after a formal offer of a seat has been confirmed. Boarding - No boarding provision is listed for Morning Star School; the school operates pre‑primary, primary and secondary day programmes. Other costs parents should expect - Stationery, school uniforms and transport are the responsibility of parents and are not included in the monthly tuition/PACE/IT figures. - There is no school canteen; parents must provide meals for their children. Refunds and withdrawal - No publicly posted detailed refund policy or formal refund schedule is provided in the published fee material. Deposits to reserve a place are accepted only after a formal offer; specific terms for refunds on deposits or prepaid fees are not stated in the published fee schedule or FAQ. Fee payment options (available information) - The published fee schedule and FAQ show the billing frequency and items charged but do not list specific accepted payment channels (credit card, bank transfer, online payment provider) in the public fee documents. Parents should note that the school requires a formal offer before accepting deposits. Notes on effective schedule - The fee schedule figures provided above are taken from the school's published fee statement dated January 2025 and from the school FAQ that documents membership and registration requirements; the fee figures are presented on a monthly (12‑month) basis in that schedule.	Fee details Application & Registration Fees - Registration fee: MUR 5,000 (one-off on application). Enrolment Fee - Enrolment fee (one-off at enrolment): Residents MUR 60,000; Non-Residents MUR 75,000. Tuition fees by year group (2026 — Cambridge Lower Secondary: Years 7–9) - Cambridge Lower Secondary (Year 7–Year 9) — Residents: MUR 18,400 per month. Equivalent annual total when paid over 12 months: MUR 220,800. - Cambridge Lower Secondary (Year 7–Year 9) — Non-Residents: MUR 22,000 per month. Equivalent annual total when paid over 12 months: MUR 264,000. - IGCSE (Years 10–11) and IB (Forms 6–7) fee levels are not published for the 2026 intake and will be set and communicated at a later date for future years. Resource and examination fees - Resource fee: MUR 6,000 (listed separately from tuition). - All external examination fees are billed and communicated annually. Billing schedule & payment terms - Regular school tuition fees are payable over 12 months (monthly instalments). - Full-year advance payment receives a 5% discount on tuition. - Registration and enrolment fees are payable at the time of application/enrolment as one-off charges. - Discounts: an additional 5% discount applies for Greencoast Primary School members (first child only) for three years; an additional 2% discount applies for non-members whose children were enrolled at Greencoast Primary School for at least two years (first child only, for the school's initial three years as stated by the school). Boarding - The school provides day secondary education; no boarding programme or boarding fees are published. Other costs and typical extras - Uniform: a school uniform is required; a cost is not published. - External examination fees, resource fees (MUR 6,000), and any activity or materials charges may apply in addition to tuition. Refund information - No formal refund schedule or detailed refund policy is published alongside the fees. Refunds and any pro‑rata arrangements, if applicable, are handled under the school's enrolment and finance procedures. Fee payment options - Specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, etc.) are not specified in the published fee information. Note: tuition figures above apply to the Cambridge Lower Secondary years for the 2026 fee schedule; fees are presented as published for that year and include the billing schedule and discounts as stated.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are the responsibility of the parents.	Uniform requirement The uniform includes polo shirts, sports shirts, and a cap with the school logo.
Food options	Food options There is no canteen; parents are required to provide meals for their children.	Food options There is a servery in the facilities for food service.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Private, independent school affiliated with the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) network. It is licensed by the Mauritian Ministry of Education and the Private Secondary Education Authority (PSEA) to operate primary and secondary, and by the Early Childhood Care & Education Authority (ECCEA) to run a pre-primary class. ACE is the international ACE network; certificates are awarded by the International Certificate of Christian Education (ICCE) in the UK.	Governance and ownership The school is governed by Trustees.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details ACE (Accelerated Christian Education) curriculum is used, and students are registered with the International Certificate of Christian Education (ICCE). Core subjects are English, Maths, Literature, Science (Biology, Physical Science), Social Studies (History, Geography), Word Building and Etymology, Information Technology (IT), Biblical Survey, and French. General, General Business, or College Math, Accounting, Economics, Health, Nutrition Science, Physics, Speech, Advanced Art, Music, Auto Mechanics are among elective subjects for General, Intermediate, or Advanced High School Certificates. Morning Star School provides individually paced learning with learning centres of up to 18 students and a teacher–learner ratio of 1:9. The ACE system prepares students for Cambridge O-Level examinations; since 2014 the school has achieved a 100% pass rate in the annual SC exams.	Curriculum details Themis International School uses a three-tiered curriculum to tailor programs for each stage of secondary education. The Cambridge Lower Secondary (CLS) curriculum, designed for learners aged 11–14, provides the foundation for upper secondary education. The school offers CLS, Cambridge IGCSE, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). In CLS, subjects include English (including literature and drama); French (including literature and drama); Mathematics; Science (Integrated Chemistry/Biology and Physics); Computing; Art and Design; Humanities (History and Geography); Business Studies (in Grade 9); Physical Education; Music; and Global Perspectives. Cambridge education emphasizes five elements: international curriculum, teaching and learning, assessment, international recognition, and a global community.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Teacher to learner ratio 1:9; learning centres up to 18 students each.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results 100% pass rate in the annual SC exams since 2014.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Many graduates progress to tertiary study in Mauritius and abroad; universities and institutes include the University of Mauritius, the National Institute of Podiatry (Paris), the University of London, and Charles Telfair Institute (ACCA pathway).	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Pastoral guidance provides individual attention and sensitivity to each student's needs, supporting personal development and academic progress. This approach helps students grow in confidence and maturity.	Social & emotional learning Themis International School emphasizes core values including respect, honesty, fairness, courage, perseverance, gratitude, and humility, and fosters empathy, collaboration, and a sense of belonging through its learning community and activities.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Pastoral guidance fosters a loving, respectful environment where students feel accepted and encouraged to grow in confidence and maturity, supporting mental wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing The school promotes student wellbeing and mental health as part of its safeguarding and welfare provisions.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school is licensed by the Mauritian Ministry of Education and the Private Secondary Education Authority (PSEA) to run a primary and a secondary section; ECCEA licenses the school to run a pre-primary class.	Safeguarding Safety, wellbeing, and protection of every learner are the highest priorities. Safeguarding and fire safety procedures follow best international practice; safeguarding is a shared responsibility with staff trained to identify and respond to concerns; designated safeguarding leads are in place; pupils can speak to a trusted adult; health and safety standards are maintained; safety is a partnership with parents.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school operates Primary and Secondary divisions on a single campus. The primary and secondary spaces are complemented by a Jungle Gym playground for outdoor activity. The campus features a large field used for outdoor sports and group activities. Covered outdoor spaces and shaded courtyards provide weather-friendly spaces for breaks and lessons. The buildings are modern and low-rise with large windows and landscaped courtyards, including planters and trees.	Facilities overview Property of 18,000 m² with lush vegetation; 775 m² split into four buildings; refurbished to Private Secondary Education Authority (PSEA) requirements. The current facility is located 1 minute's drive from Mahogany, with access to Beau Plan Smart City facilities. Temporary facilities are in use for 2025–2026. The Master Plan includes 5 classrooms and multipurpose spaces for a Computer Lab, Library, Music Room, Art Room and Science; Administrative Offices; Sick Bay & Ablutions; Servery; and a Basketball/Volleyball pitch and junior Football field. The campus is designed to promote wellbeing and effective learning, with abundant natural light and proper ventilation; every classroom is equipped to support interactive and innovative learning. The property also features a large play yard with tree-shaded areas and a terrace used for lunchtime and outdoor learning. New facilities are planned from 2027 under Green by Design principles emphasizing energy conservation, natural ventilation and light, and shaded areas.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The campus includes a large playing field for outdoor sports and physical education. A Jungle Gym playground area provides outdoor play space for younger students. Covered outdoor spaces and shaded courtyards create weather-friendly spaces for PE and breaks. A courtyard with planters and trees surrounds the buildings.	Sports facilities Basketball/Volleyball pitch and a junior football field are on site.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The ACE curriculum is used at Morning Star School. Students are registered with the International Certificate of Christian Education (ICCE), the UK-based board serving ACE schools. Core subjects include English, Maths, Literature, Science (Biology and Physical Science), Social Studies, Word Building and Etymology, Information Technology, Biblical Survey and French. General, Intermediate or Advanced High School Certificates include electives such as General Business, Business Math, Accounting, Economics, Health, Nutrition Science, Physics, Speech, Advanced Art, Music and Auto Mechanics. The ACE curriculum is regularly revised by ICCE and other governing bodies around the world, and Morning Star uses ICCE certifications. Since 2014 the school has achieved a 100% pass rate in the annual SC exams. School leavers have gone on to various tertiary institutions in Mauritius and abroad to pursue their personal career choices.	Academic facilities Master Plan includes 5 classrooms; multipurpose spaces for a Computer Lab, Library, Music Room, Art Room and Science; Administrative Offices; Sick Bay & Ablutions; Servery.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Arts, crafts, music and drama are part of the school's daily activities. Arts, crafts, music and drama enable students to explore and express their potential. Events such as class outings, sponsored walks, fun days, and annual concerts are a regular part of school life. Sport at school includes Athletics, Swimming, Football, Touch Rugby, Handball, Ballet, Taekwondo and Badminton.	Extra curricular facilities Diverse courses, sports and social activities are part of the school's offerings.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Morning Star School was established in 2003 with a vision to offer an education with an international standard of English to Mauritian and expatriate students. The objective is to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment in which students can excel academically and fulfil their personal potential. The school seeks to impart enduring Christian values in an atmosphere of discipline and mutual respect. Pastoral guidance promotes individual attention and sensitivity to each student's needs and supports personal development and academic progress.	History Beau Plan, Mauritius hosts Themis International Secondary School. It is described as an innovative and dynamic school that combines strong values with pioneering pedagogy. The founding Principal is Mr Ali, who was appointed by the Trustees of the school. The school emphasizes excellence, equality and raising aspirations to enable pupils to impact the modern world and to shape society through an ethos that encourages pupils to discover what is possible. It delivers education with character and supports learning through pastoral systems to help all pupils excel and participate in the school's provisions.
Community	Community Arts, crafts, music and drama are part of the school's daily activities, with emphasis on exploring and expressing students' potential. Events such as class outings, sponsored walks, fun days and annual concerts are regular parts of school life. Sport is offered including Athletics, Swimming, Football, Touch Rugby, Handball, Ballet, Taekwondo and Badminton.	Community Themis International Secondary School aims to cultivate a vibrant learning community that places a strong emphasis on critical thinking, creativity, and lifelong learning. It pursues inclusion, empathy, respect, collaboration and a sense of belonging, supported by diverse courses, sports and social activities. It emphasizes care and kindness, with pastoral systems that enable pupils to participate fully in school life. These elements together foster a supportive and engaged community for students and families.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual Themis International School uses a three-tier curriculum, including Cambridge Lower Secondary (CLS) for ages 11–14, Cambridge IGCSE, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. CLS includes English (including literature and drama) and French (including literature and drama), together with Mathematics, Science, Computing, Art and Design, Humanities, Physical Education, Music, and Global Perspectives. Business Studies is offered in Grade 9.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school includes arts, crafts, music and drama as part of daily activities. These activities enable students to explore and express their true potential. Activities such as class outings, sponsored walks, fun days, and annual concerts are regular features of school life.	Arts & creative The facilities include a Music Room and an Art Room. Art & Design and Music are taught as part of the Cambridge Lower Secondary curriculum. The Master Plan includes a Computer Lab, Library, Music Room, and an Art Room & Science.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies Social and hobby activities are part of the school's program, with a focus on sports and social engagement. The vision emphasizes teamwork, respect, empathy, and collaboration as part of a vibrant learning community. The facilities include a basketball/volleyball pitch and a junior football field, and the campus yard supports outdoor learning and social interaction.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sport at school includes Athletics, Swimming, Football, Touch Rugby, Handball, Ballet, Taekwondo and Badminton. These activities form part of the school's extracurricular life and support physical fitness and coordination. Students have opportunities to participate in organized practice and events.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The campus is designed to promote wellbeing and effective learning, with abundant natural light and proper ventilation. A large play yard supports outdoor lunchtime and learning, and sports facilities such as a basketball/volleyball pitch and a junior football field support physical wellbeing. School hours run from 07:20 to 16:00.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English and French are taught as core subjects. The core subjects include English, Maths, Literature, Science, Social Studies, Word Building and Etymology, IT, Biblical Survey, and French. Morning Star uses the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) curriculum and students are registered with the International Certificate of Christian Education (ICCE). The ACE curriculum is used to prepare students for Cambridge O-Level examinations.	Language provision English is taught (including literature and drama). French is taught as a Modern Foreign Language (including literature and drama). The Cambridge Lower Secondary (CLS) curriculum is used for learners aged 11 to 14 and forms the foundation for lower secondary education.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Step 1: Initiate contact and request the online Inquiry Form. Phone Morning Star School to request the online Inquiry Form. The admissions team handles inquiries by telephone at +230 4600702/3. After the request is made, they guide applicants to the online form and next steps. Step 2: Submit the inquiry and await a response. You will normally hear back from the school within 4 to 6 weeks of submitting your inquiry. The school appreciates your interest and strives to respond to all inquiries in a timely manner. You will be advised about the next steps in the process. Step 3: Admissions prioritization. There is a structured priority system. The priorities are: 1. children of staff members; 2) siblings of currently enrolled students; 3) applicants based on the date of application submission. This prioritization affects when an applicant moves to the next stage. The system helps ensure transparency in the admissions sequence. Step 4: School visit after prioritization. After an application has been received and prioritized, you will be contacted to arrange a school visit. Visits are organized in scheduled group sessions for prospective parents. The visit provides information about the school and its programs. Step 5: Offers and deposits. Deposits can only be accepted after a formal offer of a seat has been confirmed. When an offer is made, a deposit may be required to reserve the place. The deposit policy is part of the admissions process and helps hold the seat for the applicant. Step 6: Membership and registration fees. A family membership of Rs25,000 is required to join the school. A registration fee of Rs20,000 per child thereafter is charged. These fees are subject to change. Step 7: Monthly fees information. Monthly school fees vary by grade level. Details are available in the school's admissions information. Fees may change over time. Step 8: What monthly fees include. Tuition, PACE and IT are included in the monthly fees. Stationery, school uniforms and transport are the responsibility of parents. Step 9: Canteen, transport and after-school arrangements. There is no canteen; parents must provide meals. The school does not provide a bus service; parents arrange transportation. The school does not offer after-school services, but associated sports clubs are available Monday to Friday.	Admissions 1. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) form with child details, including gender, desired class, and the year to start. The form provides Form 1 through Form 7 options and a field for the starting year. This initial enquiry begins the admission process. 2. Attend a school tour as part of the admissions process. Parents are guided at each step of the process. The tour helps families understand the program and facilities. After the tour, the next step is the submission of enrolment paperwork. 3. Submit the enrolment form and then provide the required documents. The admissions sequence includes submission of the enrolment form, followed by submission of the required documents. 4. Submit the required documents. Applicants must provide a previous school report, birth certificate or passport, and a completed expression of interest/application form; an interview may also be scheduled. 5. Fees and payments. For 2026, fees are payable over 12 months: CLS Residents MUR 18,400 and CLS Non-Residents MUR 22,000, with discounts available (e.g., 5% for full-year advance, Greencoast discounts for certain families).
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