The American Academy Nicosia vs The English School - Nicosia
The American Academy Nicosia and The English School - Nicosia are both in Nicosia, about 2 km apart. Both schools offer British and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE programmes, and The American Academy Nicosia also offers EYFS, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels. Published annual fees are €5,230 - 9,165 at The American Academy Nicosia and €140 - 9,200 at The English School - Nicosia, which puts The American Academy Nicosia roughly 54% higher. The American Academy Nicosia takes pupils from 3 to 18, and The English School - Nicosia from 11 to 18.
British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Curriculum
British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils
Pupils
—
Pupils
1,110
Typical class size
Typical class size
—
Typical class size
22
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
1922
Opened
1900
Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
The American Academy Nicosia is located at 3A Michael Parides Street, Ayios Andreas, Nicosia. It sits in the heart of Nicosia, Cyprus. The school is a private English Language school operating as a non-profit organization. It follows the English Curriculum, with local variations to provide the Cypriot Apolytirion certificate.
Location
Located in Strovolos, Nicosia, Cyprus. The English School sits on a 10-acre landscaped campus in the Strovolos area of the capital. The address is 0 Presidential Palace Road and Kyriacou Matsi, Strovolos 1082 Nicosia, Cyprus.
Stages
Stages
Pre-School & Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary.
Stages
Primary and secondary education. The school broadly follows the British national curriculum, with I/GCSEs at the end of Year 5 and A levels at the end of Year 7. It operates a thirteen-year primary and secondary program.
School type
School type
Private English Language school; non-profit organization.
School type
Independent private day school
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
—
Pupil nationality mix
—
Additional learning support
Additional learning support
The school provides an in-school counseling team that supports students' social, emotional and personal development. A Pastoral Care Team provides ongoing guidance, and a dedicated educational psychologist supports learners through psychometric assessments and tailored interventions. A mentoring programme connects senior students with younger pupils to foster personal and academic growth.
Additional learning support
The English School is dedicated to inclusion and provides support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
Affiliates with the United States through Middle States Association (MSA) accreditation.
Country affiliation
Cyprus; curriculum based on the United Kingdom national curriculum.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
The school operates with a Christian ethos and Christian teachings are integrated into school life.
Religious affiliation
—
School day structure
School day structure
—
School day structure
07:30–14:30, Monday–Friday.
Bus service details
Bus service details
—
Bus service details
—
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Published academic year - The following fee schedule is published for Academic Year 2024–2025 and is used below as the basis for all amounts, term dates and payment options referenced.
Application / Registration fees - Registration (new students): EUR 1,000 (EUR 900 of this amount is credited toward the following year's tuition). - Reservation (returning students to secure a place): EUR 300 (credited toward the following year's tuition). - Entrance exam / placement test fee: EUR 90 (note: no charge for students progressing internally from Pre-school to Primary or Primary to Secondary).
Tuition fees by year group (annual, term and monthly breakdown) - Pre-school (Nursery 1, Nursery 2, Reception) - Annual tuition: EUR 3,990 - Term breakdown: Term 1 EUR 1,550 ; Term 2 EUR 1,550 ; Term 3 EUR 890 - Alternative: 10 monthly payments of EUR 399.
- Primary (Years 1–6) - Annual tuition: EUR 5,500 - Term breakdown: Term 1 EUR 2,200 ; Term 2 EUR 2,200 ; Term 3 EUR 1,100 - Alternative: 10 monthly payments of EUR 550.
- Secondary — Gymnasium - Year 7: Annual EUR 6,000 — Term 1 EUR 2,450 ; Term 2 EUR 2,450 ; Term 3 EUR 1,100 ; 10 monthly payments EUR 600. - Year 8: Annual EUR 6,100 — Term 1 EUR 2,500 ; Term 2 EUR 2,500 ; Term 3 EUR 1,100 ; 10 monthly payments EUR 610. - Year 9: Annual EUR 6,500 — Term 1 EUR 2,650 ; Term 2 EUR 2,650 ; Term 3 EUR 1,200 ; 10 monthly payments EUR 650.
- Secondary — Lyceum - Year 10: Annual EUR 7,150 — Term 1 EUR 2,900 ; Term 2 EUR 2,900 ; Term 3 EUR 1,350 ; 10 monthly payments EUR 715. - Year 11: Annual EUR 7,400 — Term 1 EUR 3,000 ; Term 2 EUR 3,000 ; Term 3 EUR 1,400 ; 10 monthly payments EUR 740. - Year 12: Annual EUR 7,630 — Term 1 EUR 3,100 ; Term 2 EUR 3,100 ; Term 3 EUR 1,430 ; 10 monthly payments EUR 763. - Year 13: Annual EUR 7,850 — Term 1 EUR 3,200 ; Term 2 EUR 3,200 ; Term 3 EUR 1,450 ; 10 monthly payments EUR 785.
Term due dates and monthly schedule (as published for the stated academic year) - Term 1 due: 20.09.2024 - Term 2 due: 20.12.2024 - Term 3 due: 14.03.2025 - Option to pay by 10 equal monthly instalments (September–June) is shown in the published schedule.
Other fees and typical extra costs - Development Fund / Fee: EUR 150 (sibling discounts apply). - Educational materials, activities and visits (advance payment added to Term 1): - Pre-school (Nursery & Reception): EUR 90 - Primary (Years 1–6): EUR 135 - Secondary Gymnasium (Years 7–9): EUR 150 - Secondary Lyceum (Years 10–13): EUR 165. - Transportation (contracted bus services within Greater Nicosia): - 10 months (September–June), Morning and Afternoon: total EUR 1,000 (split example published: EUR 600 due 06.09.2024 and EUR 400 due 06.12.2024) - 10 months, Morning or Afternoon: total EUR 600 (split example: EUR 350 due 06.09.2024 and EUR 250 due 06.12.2024). - Textbooks, exercise books, external examination fees and uniform costs are charged separately and are not covered by tuition discounts. Exact textbook and uniform lists/prices are provided per student each year.
Boarding - The American Academy Nicosia is a day school; no boarding fees are published because boarding is not offered.
Discounts and incentives - Alumni children: up to 10% discount. - Pre-payment incentive: 5% discount if the total tuition is paid in full before the published early‑payment deadline shown for the year (example published: payment in full before 20.09.2024). - Sibling discounts are available; families should consult the Finance Office for the exact application.
Refund information and crediting of fees - Registration fee and reservation fee are credited toward the following year's tuition as published (registration: EUR 1,000 with EUR 900 credited; reservation: EUR 300 credited). - The published fee schedule does not set out a separate, detailed tuition‑refund timetable in the document provided; specific refund or withdrawal terms (for example conditions under which paid tuition is refunded after a student starts term) are handled under the school's finance/admissions procedures and by the school's Finance Office.
Billing schedule, payment terms and consequences - Tuition may be paid in three termly instalments (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3) or by 10 monthly payments as published; the published term due dates for the referenced year are shown above. A prepayment incentive is published for payment in full by the early‑payment deadline. Students with outstanding balances are not guaranteed admission to the following academic year if amounts are not cleared by the published deadline.
Fee payment options (how the school accepts payment) - Bank transfer (payments in Euros): Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank accounts are published with full IBAN and SWIFT details for payments to American Academy Nicosia Ltd. Parents must include the student's name and class year on payment slips. Example accounts as published: Bank of Cyprus IBAN CY51 0020 0123 0000 0001 0360 9200 (SWIFT BCYPCY2N) and Hellenic Bank IBAN CY71 0050 0116 0001 1601 2679 7301 (SWIFT HEBACY2N). - Card / online payments: the school publishes an online payments link (Viva Wallet) on its site for payments. Cards and electronic payments are available via the school's published payment channel and via the Finance Office arrangements. - Any bank charges are typically the payer's responsibility; payment descriptions should include the student's name and class year to ensure correct allocation.
Notes on fee application - New students joining during a term are charged pro rata for the remainder of that term; after that term the standard annual fees apply. Tuition discounts do not apply to non‑tuition fees (uniform, textbooks, transport, external examinations, development/assessment fees). The school publishes an annual cap on tuition increases (not to exceed 5% per year except in exceptional circumstances).
Fee details
Application fee
- A non-refundable application fee of €140 is payable with the application form for mid‑programme entry.
Tuition fees by year group (academic year 2025–26)
All figures shown are the total annual tuition for the 2025–26 academic year and the standard payment breakdown used by the School (deposit and three term instalments). Where the School lists a separate “Newcomer” rate, that is shown alongside the standard first‑child and second‑child rates.
- Form 1 (first child): Annual tuition €9,200. Payment breakdown: Deposit €3,000; 1st term €0; 2nd term €3,550; 3rd term €2,650; deposit for next year €900. Due dates for these items follow the School's published schedule. - Form 1 (second child): Annual tuition €8,280. Payment breakdown: Deposit €3,000; 1st term €0; 2nd term €3,090; 3rd term €2,190; deposit for next year €900.
- Form 2 (first child): Annual tuition €9,100. Payment breakdown: Deposit €875; 1st term €3,042; 2nd term €3,042; 3rd term €2,141; deposit for next year €900. - Form 2 (second child): Annual tuition €8,190. Payment breakdown: Deposit €787.50; 1st term €2,768; 2nd term €2,768; 3rd term €1,866.50; deposit for next year €900. - Form 2 (newcomers): Annual tuition €9,200. Payment breakdown: Deposit €3,000; 1st term €0; 2nd term €3,550; 3rd term €2,650; deposit for next year €900.
- Form 3 (first child): Annual tuition €9,100. Payment breakdown: Deposit €875; 1st term €3,042; 2nd term €3,042; 3rd term €2,141; deposit for next year €900. - Form 3 (second child): Annual tuition €8,190. Payment breakdown: Deposit €787.50; 1st term €2,768; 2nd term €2,768; 3rd term €1,866.50; deposit for next year €900. - Form 3 (newcomers): Annual tuition €9,200. Payment breakdown: Deposit €3,000; 1st term €0; 2nd term €3,550; 3rd term €2,650; deposit for next year €900.
- Form 4 (first child): Annual tuition €9,100. Payment breakdown: Deposit €875; 1st term €3,042; 2nd term €3,042; 3rd term €2,141; deposit for next year €900. - Form 4 (second child): Annual tuition €8,190. Payment breakdown: Deposit €787.50; 1st term €2,768; 2nd term €2,768; 3rd term €1,866.50; deposit for next year €900. - Form 4 (newcomers): Annual tuition €9,200. Payment breakdown: Deposit €3,000; 1st term €0; 2nd term €3,550; 3rd term €2,650; deposit for next year €900.
- Form 5 (first child): Annual tuition €9,100. Payment breakdown: Deposit €875; 1st term €3,042; 2nd term €3,042; 3rd term €2,141; deposit for next year €900. - Form 5 (second child): Annual tuition €8,190. Payment breakdown: Deposit €787.50; 1st term €2,768; 2nd term €2,768; 3rd term €1,866.50; deposit for next year €900.
- Form 6 (first child): Annual tuition €9,100. Payment breakdown: Deposit €875; 1st term €3,042; 2nd term €3,042; 3rd term €2,141; deposit for next year €900. - Form 6 (second child): Annual tuition €8,190. Payment breakdown: Deposit €787.50; 1st term €2,768; 2nd term €2,768; 3rd term €1,866.50; deposit for next year €900. - Form 6 (newcomers): Annual tuition €9,200. Payment breakdown: Deposit €3,000; 1st term €0; 2nd term €3,550; 3rd term €2,650; deposit for next year €900.
- Form 7 (first child): Annual tuition €9,100. Payment breakdown: Deposit €875; 1st term €2,742; 2nd term €2,742; 3rd term €2,741; deposit for next year €0. - Form 7 (second child): Annual tuition €8,190. Payment breakdown: Deposit €787.50; 1st term €2,468; 2nd term €2,468; 3rd term €2,466.50; deposit for next year €0. - Form 7 (newcomers): Annual tuition €9,200. Payment breakdown: Deposit €3,000; 1st term €0; 2nd term €3,100; 3rd term €3,100; deposit for next year €0.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard due dates for the 2025–26 schedule: deposit for the academic year is due 31 March; 1st term instalment due 30 September; 2nd term instalment due 31 December; 3rd term instalment due 31 March (the dates shown in the School's published payment schedule). A deposit for the following academic year may be collected with the third term instalment where indicated. - Deposit fees are not refundable. - Late payment penalties and related terms: a monthly late fee of €30 applies to overdue term fees; returned cheques incur a €50 charge; students with outstanding debts will not receive academic reports or other formal documents while debt remains and may be prevented from progressing to the next school year if amounts remain outstanding by 31 May. Flexible payment arrangements can be agreed in writing with the Finance Department; a fixed administration processing fee of €20 applies to such arrangements. The School does not accept cash payments. Accepted payment methods include JCC (online card payments), cheque and bank transfer to the School's accounts at Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank (IBANs provided by the School).
Boarding fees
- The English School operates as a day school; no boarding fees apply.
Other costs and recurring charges
- Miscellaneous, departmental and consumable charges are applied in addition to tuition. Typical items and example annual amounts (2025–26 Miscellaneous Expenses table) include pastoral/educational trips, photography, school ID reprints, school magazine & calendar, learning resources/digital subscriptions, art kit and other specific charges. Example total miscellaneous charge per year by Form (2025–26): Form 1 €290; Form 2 €175; Form 3 €210; Form 4 €170; Form 5 €205; Form 6 €195; Form 7 €275. Specific itemised charges are published in the School's tuition fees policy and booklist. - Sports School fee: €700 (where applicable). - Textbooks, workbooks and departmental booklets are charged separately; the School publishes a detailed booklist with per‑item costs (examples range from small booklets at under €1 to textbooks and departmental items that range up to €80 or more depending on subject and year). Purchases for school‑supplied booklets and departmental materials are a routine additional cost. - Uniform: a full summer/winter and sports uniform is required and must be purchased from the School's approved suppliers; items are badged and priced by the supplier. Uniform policy and supplier details are published by the School. Typical sports uniform items and school dress requirements are listed in the School's uniform regulations.
Refunds and cancellations
- Deposit fees are explicitly non‑refundable. Students' membership or scheme fees (for example DofE registrations) are not refundable. The School applies no automatic refunds for absence; outstanding fee positions can affect access to school documents and progression as described in the School's fees policy. Late or returned payment penalties apply as noted above.
Fee payment options and banking details
- Accepted methods: JCC (online card payments), cheque, and bank transfer to the School's accounts at Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank. The School does not accept cash. IBANs for the School's accounts are published for bank transfers. Flexible written payment plans are available by agreement with the Finance Department (administration fee applies).
Discounts, bursaries and scholarships
- Sibling discounts: second child receives a 10% reduction in tuition while both children attend the School simultaneously; third child pays 50% of tuition while all three attend simultaneously. Bursaries and scholarships are available and awarded under the School's published criteria; scholarships for high performers at entrance are offered in specified years.
(Fees and policies given above follow the School's published 2025–26 tuition schedule and the School's tuition policy documents. The School publishes full itemised booklists, the detailed tuition payment schedule and the tuition policy, which include the bank account IBANs and the formal due dates for each payment instalment.)
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
—
Boarding arrangements
—
Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
—
Uniform requirement
—
Food options
Food options
—
Food options
—
House system
House system
—
House system
—
Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
—
Governance and ownership
—
Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
The school provides Pre-school, Primary and Secondary education following the English National Curriculum. It is certified by the Ministry of Education and Culture and provides students with the Cypriot Certificate of Completion of Secondary Education (Apolytirion). In Primary, Literacy uses the Oxford International Primary Literacy Curriculum and Maths uses Power Maths by Pearson. A Greek Curriculum is taught and students study Greek language, with foreign languages including French, Spanish or German. History and Geography follow the English National Curriculum and include Cyprus history and geography; STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) is integrated with ICT and Music. Developing Experts supports science learning across Key Stages 1 and 2.
Curriculum details
The curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum. Years 1–3 provide a broad foundation across English, Greek/Turkish, Mathematics, Sciences, Humanities, ICT, Drama, Art, Music, a Modern European Language, PSHCE, and weekly Games. Years 4–5 begin the IGCSE programme with English Language and Literature, Mathematics and Greek/Turkish as core subjects, plus five additional subjects chosen from Humanities and Science, with at least one from Humanities and Science. Years 6–7 follow A-level programmes; most students take four IAS subjects in Year 6 and three or four A-levels in Year 7, with PSHCE continuing and an updated focus on Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) in line with Cyprus law. The Teaching and Learning Community (TLC) supports teaching and learning through staff development and collaboration. The school is inclusive of students with Special Educational Needs and those identified as gifted and talented.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
—
Student teacher ratio
Average class sizes vary by year and subject. In Year 4, English Language and Literature averaged 23, Mathematics 26, Greek 21, Turkish 17, and Physical Education 17; in Year 7, PSHCE averaged 18.
Exam results
Exam results
Academy students annually achieve high performance in external examinations. A comprehensive approach uses formative and summative assessment to support achievement of key skills and exam outcomes. The school's Pastoral Care and university/career guidance support prepare students for examinations and future pathways.
Exam results
The school is an approved exam centre for Pearson/Edexcel, AQA and Cambridge International examinations. Exam statistics are published for A-Level, AS-Level and IGCSE. In 2024, students earned Pearson Learner Awards across 19 categories, including top honours in Cyprus and globally. Historical results include 95% of A-Level grades being A*-C in 2019, 91% of IGCSE grades being A*-C in 2019, 89% of IAL grades being A-C in 2024, and about 80% of graduates headed to Russell Group universities.
Higher education progression
Higher education progression
Our Pastoral Care Team provides university and career counselling. One-to-one meetings begin as early as Year 9 and continue through Year 13 to help students select optional subjects and plan university applications. Psychometric and cognitive ability tests support personalised progression planning and informed decision making.
Higher education progression
Year 7 receives the Apolytirion certificate; approximately 70% of students receive at least one university offer that includes the Apolytirion. The Careers and Higher Education Department provides impartial guidance and experiences to support university applications, including psychometric testing, university course search workshops, internships, and an Internship Support Programme. About 80% of graduates head to Russell Group universities.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
—
Gifted and talented
The English School is committed to supporting all learners, including those identified as gifted and talented. The Maths Enrichment Programme supports high-achieving students with national and European competitions and the Mathletes Club, which won 33 national awards in 2023–2024. A Sports Programme for elite athletes launched in 2025, and a Super-Curricular Programme encourages engagement with university lectures, competitions, and other advanced study beyond the standard curriculum.
Academic calendar
Academic calendar
—
Academic calendar
—
Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
—
Social & emotional learning
—
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
—
Mental wellbeing
—
Safeguarding
Safeguarding
—
Safeguarding
—
Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
—
Safeguarding policy
—
Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
—
Facilities overview
—
Sports facilities
Sports facilities
—
Sports facilities
—
Academic facilities
Academic facilities
—
Academic facilities
—
Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
—
Extra curricular facilities
—
Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
—
History
—
Community
Community
—
Community
—
Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
—
Parent teacher association
—
Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
—
Academic & intellectual
—
Arts & creative
Arts & creative
—
Arts & creative
—
Cultural & language
Cultural & language
—
Cultural & language
—
Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
—
Social & hobbies
—
Community & service
Community & service
—
Community & service
—
Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
—
Leadership & professional
—
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
—
Lifestyle & wellbeing
—
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
—
Language provision
—
Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
—
Bilingual teaching
—
Immersion programs
Immersion programs
—
Immersion programs
—
Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
—
Awards
—
Accreditations
Accreditations
—
Accreditations
—
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
The American Academy Nicosia is a private English-language school offering Pre-School, Primary and Secondary education for students aged 3–19, following the National Curriculum of England. It is certified by the Ministry of Education and Culture and provides the Cypriot Certificate of Completion of Secondary Education (Apolytirion). The school is non-sectarian Christian and includes Religious Studies. Admissions are handled by the Admissions Officer, Faye Avraamidou. The admissions process consists of: Pre-registration, Assessment, and Registration; Overseas applicants are supported by arranging the admissions process in the country of residence; Year 7 Entrance Exams are available with English and Maths components. Pre-registration requires completing a form on the school site; places for new students may be limited, and parents should contact the admissions office for current availability. Assessment is arranged by the admissions department and requires the child's most recent school report and any other information the Academy may request. Details by department: Pre-school & Kindergarten – Stay and Play session with a Pre-School teacher; Primary – interview and entrance tests in English and Mathematics; Secondary – interview and entrance tests in English and Mathematics, with an additional Greek examination for native Greek speakers (the Greek exam serves as a placement exam for Greek classes after English/Math tests). For Key Stage 4 & 5 there may be additional exams depending on IGCSE and A Level options. Registration occurs after assessment and interview; an acceptance letter is issued and there is a 5 working day window to register. Documentation required includes: birth certificate (in Greek or English), passport/ID copies for both parents and child, two passport photos, a recent utility bill, Health Letter and Vaccine Health Certificate (for Primary and Secondary students), completion of the registration form, completion of the contract form, copy of the latest English school report, completion of the Behavioural and SEN form, and a €1000 registration fee per child. Placement is not secured until a place is offered and step 3 of registration is completed. Overseas applicants are supported by arranging admissions in the country of residence. The address is 3A Michael Parides Street, Ayios Andreas, 1095 Nicosia. Contacts: Secondary: +357 22 664266; Primary: +357 22 053596; office: +357 22 669290. Book a tour is available through the site.
Admissions
1. Entry into Year 1: Students who have completed their primary education may sit The English School Entrance Examination for Entry into Year 1. The exam tests Mathematics and English/Greek/Turkish, plus Non-Verbal Reasoning, with language placement considerations based on paper-based assessments. 2. How to apply for Year 1: Applications can be submitted online from 20 January to 14 February, and all required documentation must be sent by 14 February at 2:00 PM. 3. Year 1 entrance exams and key dates: Registrations open 8 January; Special Access Arrangement deadline 26 January; registrations close 2 February; Entrance Exam begins 7 February; results released 9 February; Orientation Evening 11 February; Sports programme 16–17 February; successful candidates notified 19 February; registrations close 25–27 February; a diagnostic English/Greek exam occurs on 18 March. 4. Additional language diagnostics: Greek and Turkish paper candidates take an English diagnostic test if extra English help is needed, while English-paper candidates take a Greek diagnostic test to determine language placement. 5. Open Day and visits: An Open Day occurs in October; personalised tours are offered November to January; admissions staff can arrange visits and answer questions. 6. Mid-programme entry (Year 2, 3, 4, 6): Mid-programme entry exams take place in late May or as scheduled; candidates are assessed in English, Mathematics, and Non-Verbal Reasoning and may attend a short interview with senior leaders; entry is subject to space and performance in the exam. 7. Registration and outcomes for mid-programme entries: All candidates must register to sit the Mid-Programme Entrance Exam and upload required documents; results and offers are communicated by email, with instructions to accept or decline. 8. Entry into Year 6 (A Level): Admission is based on academic achievement, subject suitability, and space within A Level subject blocks; applications for 2026–2027 are highly competitive with very few spots available. 9.
Scholarships
Scholarships
—
Scholarships
The English School offers scholarships to entrants based on Entrance Examination performance: First Place receives 100% of Year 1 tuition fees; Second Place and Third Place each receive 50% of Year 1 tuition fees. No application is required for these scholarships; all candidates taking the Entrance Examinations are automatically considered. In addition, the Dr. Andreas Mavrides Distinguished Achievement Scholarship provides €5,000 annually towards tuition fees (renewable each year) and is awarded to a Year 2 student who demonstrates academic excellence and leadership; there is no separate application process. The Petros Markou Scholarship provides a 7-year bursary (no application process) to support students. Financial Aid offers bursaries for families facing economic hardship and requires an application form. These scholarships and financial aid options are detailed on the School Fees, Scholarships & Financial Aid page, including contact information for the finance team for assistance.