Compare International Curriculum International Schools in Mauritius

Instructs in English

Ages 4 - 18 years

Fees MUR 173,600 - 390,550

Pupils 583

Type Co-educational

Situated in Calebasse, Mauritius, Lighthouse Primary and Secondary School is a private day school with a Christian worldview that emphasises experiential learning. The primary program follows the British National Curriculum integrated with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). English is the first language; French is taught as an additional language. IPC thematic units guide Science, Geography, History, Art, Music and Physical Education. The secondary program uses Cambridge Lower Secondary before transitioning to Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A Levels. The school offers a pathway with 11 subjects in grades 7–9, eight examinable subjects in grades 10–11, narrowing to four subjects in grades 12–13. Biblical Studies and Physical Education are compulsory. The campus sits on a learning site adjacent to a forest and river, opened in 2017 as a single learning neighbourhood for pre-primary through secondary learners. The school is registered with the Mauritian Ministry of Education and affiliated with IPC, ACSI, and Cambridge Examinations centre.

Location

Albert Road, Calebasse, Mauritius. The school sits in the northern region of Mauritius, with central access via major road links including the highway and ring road. It is adjacent to a forest and a river, within a diverse residential community that provides easy links to the surrounding area. The campus address and contact details are provided on the school's site.

Stages

Pre Primary Programme; Primary Programme; Secondary Programme.

Type

Private day school located in Mauritius with a Christian worldview; experiential education is emphasised.

Additional learning support

Reception and lower primary classes have the additional support of a Learning Assistant; upper primary classes have shared Learning Assistant support.

Religious affiliation

Christian

Bus service

Lighthouse coordinates paid transport for families; drivers are contracted and not employees of the school. If transport is available for your area, arrangements are made by the Administration Team; seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis; Reception students are not eligible unless accompanied by an older sibling.

Uniform Requirement

The school has a uniform. Uniforms and supplies are arranged by the Admissions Team prior to start.

Food Options

The school provides a healthy, nutritious snack and lunch every day. No other food besides that provided by the school is permitted except on special arrangements with the Administration. Meals are vegetarian or include a protein source such as fish, chicken or lamb; a vegetarian option is available, and a termly menu is provided to parents; dietary restrictions can be accommodated.

House System

Lighthouse uses a house system with three houses named Fidem, Amare and Spero. House shirts are used for sports.

Governance and Ownership

The ultimate caretaker of the school is The Lighthouse Trust. The Lighthouse Trust is a charitable trust registered in Mauritius and recognised by the Mauritius Revenue Authority. Lighthouse owns its land and buildings; the Board acts as stewards of the school's mission and assets.

Currency

- All amounts are in Mauritian Rupees (Rs).

Application / Registration fees

- Non-refundable registration fee (payable in full once upon acceptance):
- Mauritian students: Rs 35,000.
- Expatriate students: Rs 47,000.
- The registration fee is payable in full within seven days of the invoice; a place is not confirmed until the registration fee is paid. Brothers and sisters receive a 25% discount on the registration fee for the second and any subsequent children.

Tuition and meal fees (by grade group) — billed as monthly payments

Note: Tuition and meal fees are spread over eleven monthly payments per year. The table below gives the monthly amounts; annual totals are the monthly amount multiplied by 11.

- Grades Reception – 2 (per month):
- Mauritian tuition: Rs 11,000 (annual tuition Rs 121,000). Meal fee per month: Rs 1,600 (annual meal cost Rs 17,600). Registration fee: Rs 35,000.
- Expatriate tuition: Rs 17,000 (annual tuition Rs 187,000). Meal fee per month: Rs 1,600 (annual Rs 17,600). Registration fee: Rs 47,000.

- Grades 3 – 4 (per month):
- Mauritian tuition: Rs 11,300 (annual Rs 124,300). Meal fee per month: Rs 1,600 (annual Rs 17,600). Registration fee: Rs 35,000.
- Expatriate tuition: Rs 17,300 (annual Rs 190,300). Meal fee per month: Rs 1,600 (annual Rs 17,600). Registration fee: Rs 47,000.

- Grades 5 – 6 (per month):
- Mauritian tuition: Rs 11,800 (annual Rs 129,800). Meal fee per month: Rs 1,600 (annual Rs 17,600). Registration fee: Rs 35,000.
- Expatriate tuition: Rs 17,800 (annual Rs 195,800). Meal fee per month: Rs 1,600 (annual Rs 17,600). Registration fee: Rs 47,000.

- Grades 7 – 9 (per month):
- Mauritian tuition: Rs 14,800 (annual Rs 162,800). Meal fee per month: Rs 2,000 (annual Rs 22,000). Registration fee: Rs 35,000.
- Expatriate tuition: Rs 25,300 (annual Rs 278,300). Meal fee per month: Rs 2,000 (annual Rs 22,000). Registration fee: Rs 47,000.

- Grades 10 – 11 (per month):
- Mauritian tuition: Rs 15,800 (annual Rs 173,800). Meal fee per month: Rs 2,000 (annual Rs 22,000). Registration fee: Rs 35,000.
- Expatriate tuition: Rs 26,300 (annual Rs 289,300). Meal fee per month: Rs 2,000 (annual Rs 22,000). Registration fee: Rs 47,000.

- Grades 12 – 13 (per month):
- Mauritian tuition: Rs 17,300 (annual Rs 190,300). Meal fee per month: Rs 2,000 (annual Rs 22,000). Registration fee: Rs 35,000.
- Expatriate tuition: Rs 28,800 (annual Rs 316,800). Meal fee per month: Rs 2,000 (annual Rs 22,000). Registration fee: Rs 47,000.

Other mandatory and common additional fees

- Refundable deposit per child: equal to three months of the child's applicable tuition (three times the monthly tuition amount). The deposit is due before the child's first day of school for new students and will be re-evaluated as tuition changes; the total held on behalf of a student is refundable (without interest) on departure provided the family is in good financial standing. At least one month's tuition equivalent of the deposit will be retained if a student is requested to leave.

- Primary school resource fee (required): Rs 2,750.

- Camp fees (obligatory as part of the curriculum):
- Primary Grade 5 and 6 camp: Rs 3,000 (required).
- All secondary grades (one-week residential camp): Rs 4,750 (required). Camp fees are invoiced and due by 28 February of the year, or upon enrolment for students joining later.

- Examination fees for Grades 11–13 (Cambridge International or other external exams): charged at cost and invoiced separately; these are third-party charges and payable by parents.

- Textbook/library policy and device requirements:
- Required subject-specific textbooks and library books are loaned to secondary students and remain school property; replacement fees apply for lost or damaged books.
- Students in Grades 7–13 are expected to have access to a device for school use, purchased by parents. New students in Grades 7–9 are required to purchase a Chromebook (stylus-enabled model); the school provides a direct purchasing option.

- Optional/extra costs: special clubs, sports fees, replacement of damaged school property, and any optional activities or external trips will be invoiced separately.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition and meal fees are billed as eleven monthly payments. The first payment is due before the child's first day of school. Tuition and meal fees are payable by standing order on the first day of each month for that month; evidence of a standing order must be shown prior to entry and at the start of each academic year. For families enrolling after the start of a month, tuition and meal fees are pro-rated. Other invoiced costs (exam fees, camps, resource fees, optional activities) are payable by bank transfer or cheque; payments in cash are discouraged.

- Registration fee must be paid in full within seven days of the invoice. Camp fees are invoiced and due by 28 February (or on enrolment for late joiners).

- Sibling discount: families with three or more children enrolled simultaneously receive a 50% discount on tuition for each child enrolled after the second (i.e., the third child and subsequent children receive 50% off tuition). Proof of Mauritian citizenship is required for families applying for Mauritian fee rates; at least one parent must provide national ID or passport prior to the first invoice.

Refunds, notice and late-payment policies

- Registration fee: non-refundable.

- Refundable deposit: refundable (without interest) on departure provided the family is in good financial standing; the school may deduct outstanding amounts. At least one month's tuition equivalent of the deposit may be retained if a student is asked to leave.

- Notice of departure: parents must give at least three months' written notice if a student is to be removed. If proper notice is not given, the school charges the net equivalent of three months' fees (including the month of December where applicable). The school may withhold reports or transfer documents until all amounts due are paid.

- Absences and refunds: no remission of school fees is made in case of absence due to illness, overseas leave or other causes.

- Late payments: a written reminder of late payments will be issued within 15 days of the due date. Fees unpaid one month after the due date will result in a follow-up meeting and, if unresolved, could lead to suspension of the student until fees are paid in full.

Accepted payment methods

- Tuition and meal fees: payable by standing order (preferred) on the first day of each month. Evidence of the standing order must be provided prior to entry and at the start of each academic year.

- Other invoiced fees (exam fees, camp fees, resource fees, optional activities): payable by bank transfer or cheque. Payments in cash are discouraged. (No credit-card payment method is specified in the school's fee policy document.)

Curriculum

Primary curriculum uses the British National Curriculum and is integrated with the International Primary Curriculum; English is the first language and French is an additional language. IPC thematic units are used for Science, Geography, History, Art, Music and Physical Education. Secondary follows Cambridge Lower Secondary in Grades 7–9 and transitions to IGCSE and AS/A-level in Grades 10–13. In Grades 7–9 there are 11 subjects; Grades 10–11 have 8 examinable subjects; Grades 12–13 narrow to 4 subjects for Cambridge assessments. The Cambridge curriculum is globally recognised and prepares students for university studies worldwide; Biblical Studies and Physical Education are compulsory.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small classes with a minimum of two teachers per section and 24 students per section.

Exam Results

2021 IGCSE pass rate 72% (13 of 18); 2021 A‑Level pass rate 100%. 2022 IGCSE pass rate 56% (10 of 18); 2022 A‑Level pass rate 88%. 2023 IGCSE pass rate 71% (13 of 21); 2023 A‑Level pass rate 85%. 2024 IGCSE pass rate 70%; A‑Level pass rate listed as 87%.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates are well positioned to pursue university studies worldwide, with the Cambridge-based curriculum recognised internationally.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school emphasises citizenship, grace, resilience, curiosity, care and integrity as part of its Christian worldview, with a focus on experiential learning and community engagement.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

SEN support is provided across levels, including Occupational Therapy, language and numeracy support, and counseling.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is offered as a first language at the Primary level, with French as an additional language; language development occurs in both English and French in Pre-Primary.

Mental Wellbeing

A Special Education Needs team supports learners, and the school provides counseling within its SEN provision.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and child protection are integrated into school provision through the Christian ethos and supportive student services.

Admissions

1. Start by submitting an online enquiry or applying through the Lighthouse Online Application Portal. The Online Enquiry form is available from the site, and the online application portal begins the admissions process. This step connects families with the admissions team to begin the enrollment sequence.

2. Provide the required documents through the online application: Birth Certificate, passport-size photo, formal grade reports from the last two years, and diagnostic or specialised assessment reports. These documents are requested as part of the application process to establish eligibility and placement.

3. The school reviews applications and determines grade placement in collaboration with families; class placement is decided with parents upon admission. Admissions decisions and placement are made with parental input to ensure a good fit for the student.

4. Admissions occur on an ongoing basis throughout the academic year; joining at the start of the year is preferable, but new students are welcomed whenever there is an open seat. Spaces are filled as they become available, allowing for flexible entry during the year.

Scholarships

Lighthouse offers scholarships to provide access to quality education regardless of family income. As of July 2025, there are 52 scholarship students across Primary and Secondary, about 9% of the school body, funded by school funds and donors. Scholarships are not blanket 100% grants; each application is assessed according to the family's financial position, and renewals consider the student's academic record, attendance, and behaviour. Applications are reviewed annually; families must demonstrate ongoing financial need and continued fit with the school's ethos, and parents of scholarship students participate in school life.

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Savannah International School

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 11 years

Fees MUR 132,000 - 261,360

Pupils 140

Savannah International School in Mauritius serves children aged 3 to 11. The Early Years component follows the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) with a play-based, hands-on approach, Learning Centers, and units that begin with Entry Points and finish with Exit Points. Jolly Phonics builds early literacy and Numicon supports early mathematical thinking. Primary Years (1–6) follow the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) through thematically organized Mileposts across Science, Geography, History, ICT & Computing, Music, Art, Physical Education, Society/Community and Design Technology. English is the language of learning; French literacy is taught from Year 1, with a curriculum inspired by the French National Curriculum for an international setting. The school, located at B79 Gros Bois Road, Mare d'Albert, Mauritius, emphasises assessment and trips linked to units. PE and a four-house system foster team identity; ECAs run 14:30–15:30; Class Dojo and weekly learning menus keep families connected. There is no on-site canteen.

Location

Located in Savannah Connected Countryside, Mare d'Albert, Mauritius (B79, Gros Bois Road, 51005). It is set in a safe, sustainable, and modern environment with wide green spaces and modern infrastructure on its doorstep.

Stages

Early Years to Primary

Type

International school

Country affiliation

Mauritius

Uniform Requirement

The uniform is required and worn neatly at all times; it fosters pride, belonging, and equality, and supports safety on and off campus. Each student is assigned a House Colour (Red, Blue, Yellow, or Green), which determines their weekly sports t-shirt and their lifelong team: Red Cardinals, Blue Marlins, Yellow Geckos, Green Parakeets. Uniform items are available from Unlimited Uniforms Ltd., La Colline Commercial Centre, Candos, Quatre Bornes; Tel: +230 427 8046.

Food Options

There is no canteen on site; students bring their own snacks and lunches; junk food and fizzy drinks are not allowed.

House System

Every student is assigned a House Colour: Red Cardinals, Blue Marlins, Yellow Geckos, Green Parakeets. This determines their weekly sports t shirt and their lifelong team; house affiliation remains the same throughout a child's time at Savannah.

Application and enrolment fees
- Application Processing Fee: MUR 4,000 payable on submission of the application form.
- Enrolment Fee (payable in June prior to the child's admission year): Mauritian nationals MUR 55,000; Non‑nationals MUR 65,000. The Application and Enrolment fee is not charged again when a student progresses from Pre‑School into Primary.
- Refundable Deposit: equivalent to three months' school fees. Pre‑School: Mauritian nationals MUR 33,000; Non‑nationals MUR 41,250. Primary (Year 1–6): Mauritian nationals MUR 49,170; Non‑nationals MUR 65,340. The deposit is payable in September prior to the child's admission year and is refundable subject to conditions.

Tuition fees (monthly and annual) by year group
- Pre‑School (Pre‑Reception & Reception):
- Monthly: Mauritian nationals MUR 11,000; Non‑nationals MUR 13,750.
- Annual (12 months): Mauritian nationals MUR 132,000; Non‑nationals MUR 165,000 (monthly × 12).
- Primary (Year 1 – Year 6):
- Monthly: Mauritian nationals MUR 16,390; Non‑nationals MUR 21,780.
- Annual (12 months): Mauritian nationals MUR 196,680; Non‑nationals MUR 261,360 (monthly × 12).
- The Monthly School Fees are stated to be inclusive of stationery, books and other school supplies.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing cycle: Tuition is billed on a 12‑month basis (January to December). Monthly payments are due on or before the 3rd day of each month. Annual payments are due on or before 20 December.
- Discounts: A 6% discount is applied for full‑year advance payment (payment required on or before 20 December). Sibling discounts apply to enrolment fees only (10% for the second child; 20% for the third and subsequent children). Discounts are cumulative.
- Late payment and consequences: Payments more than one week late may result in the school denying student entry. Parents remain liable for fees until outstanding balances are settled; if a student does not return, full term's fees may be charged. One full term's written notice (or equivalent fee) is required to terminate enrolment. Outstanding fees may be offset against the refundable deposit.

Boarding fees
- Savannah International School does not list any boarding provision; no boarding fees apply. The school operates as a day school for the year groups shown.

Other costs and additional fees
- Annual Resource Fee: MUR 5,000 payable annually in January.
- Inclusion Fee (special support/inclusion provision): total MUR 60,000, payable as a lump sum or in 10 monthly instalments (i.e., MUR 6,000 per month if paid over 10 months).
- Incidental/additional charges (charged separately): extra‑curricular activity provider fees, field trips, private bus/transport operator fees, special events and any special learning‑support interventions required by individual children. These items are billed separately from standard tuition.
- Uniforms: Uniform items are purchased directly from Unlimited Uniforms Ltd., La Colline Commercial Centre, Candos; uniform prices are not listed in the school fee schedule (parents buy uniforms from the supplier).

Refund information
- The refundable deposit will be returned once all school books and materials are returned in good condition and all outstanding fees and debts have been settled. The deposit is refundable subject to the school's stated notice requirements and conditions; outstanding school property or unpaid fees may be offset against the deposit. A minimum notice period is required when terminating enrolment (one full term or equivalent fee).

Fee payment options and instructions
- Accepted payment method: bank transfer / standing order (parents are asked to include the child's name as the beneficiary/reference for reconciliation). No cash, cheque or cash deposit lodgements are permitted.
- Extensions or delays in payment are only accepted if discussed and agreed in advance with the Principal; otherwise the school's late‑payment provisions apply.

Other notes on fee structure applicability
- The published fee levels and conditions referenced above are shown for the 2026 fee structure and are stated to be guaranteed for 2026 only. Parents should observe the specified due dates for enrolment deposits and annual payment deadlines where discounts apply.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The IPC Personal Goals are eight values: resilient, adaptable, communicator, thinker, ethical, collaborator, respectful, and empathetic. These values are woven through daily school life to guide how we learn, work, and interact, helping children grow into compassionate, responsible, and confident individuals. Early Years (Pre-Reception and Reception) use play-based approaches to build social confidence, emotional awareness, independence, and the ability to work with others. Primary learning uses the IPC to develop knowledge and personal growth through meaningful, connected units across science, history, geography, health and well-being, design, technology, art, music, and physical education. Assessment and reporting focus on ongoing, formative understanding; in the early years, formal tests are avoided, and IPC Exit Points provide opportunities for students to demonstrate learning through performances and projects. Learning beyond the classroom includes carefully planned trips to enrich understanding and connect classroom units to real-world contexts.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

An inclusive learning approach differentiates instruction to meet diverse needs. The school supports both native and non-native speakers through differentiation and inclusive practices to access and engage with learning.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English literacy is taught through Jolly Phonics in Pre-Reception, and through Jolly Phonics and Jolly Grammar from Year 1 to Year 6. French literacy is a core subject from Year 1; early reading uses La Planète des Alphas, and from Year 2 to Year 6, instruction aligns with the French National Curriculum. The inclusive learning approach supports both native and non-native speakers to develop language skills and confidence in English and French.

Mental Wellbeing

Health and well-being are integrated as part of the IPC, with safety emphasized as a priority. The school notes that a full-time on-site nurse is not yet available, but staff are first aid trained and basic health needs are managed by the administration and teaching teams, with parents informed if a child is unwell. Health and safety considerations are addressed in planning and in daily routines to support students' well-being.

Safeguarding

Safety is the highest priority, with plans for on-site health support evolving as the school grows. A full-time school nurse is not yet on site, and first aid trained staff handle initial health needs. If a child becomes unwell during the day, parents are promptly informed; emergency and medical considerations are managed in collaboration with families and staff.

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