Mauritius, Mauritius
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Lighthouse provides an experiential, skill-based education that delivers strong academic outcomes and prepares students for lifelong learning. The Primary curriculum is based on the British National Curriculum and integrated with the International Primary Curriculum, with English as a first language and French as an additional language. In the Secondary years, students follow a Cambridge International Examinations pathway through IGCSE, AS and A-Levels, with small classes and formative assessment to support individual learning. Cambridge IGCSE pass rates and A-Level results are reported as follows: 72% (2021) and 56% (2022) and 71% (2023) and 70% (2024) for IGCSE; 100% (2021), 88% (2022), and 87% (2023) for A-Levels.
Music and Art and Design are part of the secondary curriculum. In Primary, Art and Music are delivered through IPC thematic units alongside Science, Geography, History, and Physical Education. The school's experiential, skill-based approach supports creativity and creative projects across the arts.
English is offered as a first language with French as an additional language. The Secondary programme includes English and French among core subjects.
Sport and cultural activities are woven into weekly routines. The Secondary programme includes Sports/Clubs and Outdoor Education Activity Days, complementing an experiential learning approach.
The school is rooted in a Christian Ethos and Biblical worldview. Students engage in acts of service to others as part of the school culture. Outdoor education and environmental stewardship are also integrated into the programme.
Leadership opportunities are available for students. The school emphasizes character and spiritual formation and maintains strong relationships within the school community. The Heads of School lead the school, supported by a leadership team.
Healthy meals are prepared daily and healthy eating is encouraged. The school fosters a safe, caring environment with meaningful relationships among staff and students. Outdoor education and regular physical activity are integral to well-being and personal development.
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.