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International schools in Guyana are few and mainly concentrated around the capital, serving families who want an English-medium alternative to the national system. The national system is anglophone and regional examinations (CSEC/CAPE) dominate secondary assessment, while the small international sector most commonly follows American-style programmes or offers Advanced Placement courses alongside national options. Tuition varies widely by provider and location; many private/international-school tuitions reported for Georgetown fall in the low-thousands of US dollars per year, though smaller local private schools can charge substantially less per term, so families should confirm current fees with each school. Admissions usually follow the national academic year (schools typically begin in September and finish the following July), with some schools accepting mid-year transfers; because class lists are small, early contact and documentary preparation are advisable.
Compare 1 international schools in Guyana. Filter by curriculum, fees, location, and more to find the right international school now.
There are 1 international schools in Guyana covering 3 curricula. The most widely offered are American Curriculum (1), IB Diploma Programme (1), Advanced Placement (AP) (1). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.
Where a school publishes fees you'll see the range on its card and a full breakdown on its profile.
Sought-after schools in Guyana run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.
Most schools here are day schools; check individual profiles for any boarding options.
doris lists every international school in Guyana we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.
