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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Leadership and Professional, Community and Service
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Northfields International School Mauritius delivers an international education for ages 1–18. The curriculum blends IB (PYP, MYP, DP) with Cambridge IGCSE, the British Curriculum and a Montessori-inspired Early Years framework. From Pre-Nursery through Year 4, learners experience a Montessori-inspired EY environment; Years 5–6 use IB PYP in combination with the English National Curriculum; Years 7–9 follow IB MYP with the Cambridge Curriculum; Years 10–11 offer Cambridge IGCSE; and Years 12–13 provide either the IB Diploma Programme or A-Levels. The youngest learners are taught in a bilingual English–French setting, exposing students to both languages from an early age. Northfields is part of the Inspired Education Group, which offers global opportunities and a holistic framework across academics, sports and the arts. Founded in 2001 by eight parents, the school is located at Labourdonnais Village, Mapou, Mauritius, with primary and high school campuses, extensive science and technology facilities, a library, and sports amenities. Extracurriculars include Model United Nations, Duke of Edinburgh and Service as Action initiatives.
Northfields International School has 1,200 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English, French.
Location
The school is situated at Labourdonnais Village, Mapou, Mauritius, and is easily accessible from the main motorway in the north. The campus includes dedicated Primary School and High School sections, with a Pre-Nursery campus within walking distance for younger learners. The grounds are lush with vegetation and well-kept gardens and include a library, medical centre, canteen and extensive sports facilities.
Stages
Pre-Nursery; Nursery and Primary; Secondary School
Type
International school
Additional learning support
Two centres exist within the Teaching and Learning Department: SEN and EAL. SEN provides in-class support, one-to-one and small-group pull-out sessions, exam-access accommodations and tailored study support; EAL offers English language development with in-class and small-group support, an EAL coordinator, and additional after-school and homework support.
Country affiliation
Mauritius
Fees
Annual tuition at Northfields International School ranges from MUR 161,700 to MUR 608,300 for 2026/27.
Fees (academic year 2025–2026)
Application, inception and deposit fees (by year group and status) - Pre‑Nursery (Mauritian / Expatriate): - Application fee (non‑refundable): Rs 2,600. - Inception fee (non‑refundable): First child Rs 12,600 (Mauritian) / Rs 17,200 (Expat); reduced sibling rate shown for parents with another child. - Deposit (refundable): Rs 29,400.
- Primary and Secondary (Years 1, 2–4, 5–6, 7–11, 12–13; Mauritian / Expatriate): - Application fee (non‑refundable): ranges from Rs 2,100 to Rs 3,100 depending on year group. - Inception fee (non‑refundable): amounts vary by year group and by first child / sibling status (examples: Year 1 inception Rs 47,500 / Rs 42,200; Year 7–11 inception for expatriates Rs 69,600 / Rs 63,200). - Deposit (refundable): set per year group (examples: Year 2–4 Mauritian Rs 57,600; Year 12–13 Expatriate Rs 166,000). The deposit must be held on account while the student is enrolled.
Tuition fees by year group (annual and monthly instalment option) - Pre‑Nursery (Mauritian / Expat): - Annual tuition: Rs 161,700. If paid by 11 monthly instalments: Rs 14,700 per month. Upfront payment discounted (4%): Rs 155,232.
- Years 2–4 (Mauritian / Expat): - Annual tuition: Rs 211,200 (Mauritian) / Rs 288,200 (Expatriate shown for different cohorts). Monthly and discounted upfront amounts are published on each schedule (example Mauritian: monthly Rs 19,200; upfront Rs 202,752).
- Years 5–6 (Mauritian / Expat): - Annual tuition (Mauritian example): Rs 215,600; monthly Rs 19,600; upfront (4%): Rs 206,976. Expatriate figures are listed separately in the Expat schedule.
- Years 7–11 (Mauritian / Expat): - Expatriate example: Annual tuition Rs 559,900; monthly Rs 50,900; upfront (4%): Rs 537,504. Mauritian rates are lower and are published per the Mauritian schedule (example shown: Rs 312,400 annual for Mauritian Year 7–11 in another band).
Other recurring and one‑off charges (examples across year groups) - Extended Learner Support (SEN / EAL): monthly supplements where required: Level 3 Rs 5,700; Level 4 Rs 9,100 per month. - Rental of books / electronic media: amounts vary by year group (examples: Year 7–11 Expat Rs 8,800; Year 12–13 Expat Rs 10,900). - School Resources Levy and Ed‑Tech annual charges: typical examples include School Resources Levy Rs 2,200–2,400 and Ed‑Tech Rs 2,578–5,156 depending on year group. - Annual School Camp fees where applicable: amounts vary by year (examples: Rs 5,600–8,800 depending on the year group). - Annual resources, creative arts and movement development program charges apply in Early Years (example Pre‑Nursery: separate Creative Arts and Movement Development Program fees).
Billing schedule and payment terms - Instalments and deadlines: - Monthly instalment option is by standing order (Option 1) with 11 monthly payments; the first payment must be in place by 1 August 2025. Upfront full payment (Option 2) attracts a 4% discount if paid by 10 August 2025. These deadlines and the 11‑month standing order requirement are stated in the published schedules. - Inception and deposit payments: - Inception fee and deposit are payable within two weeks of the letter of acceptance to confirm a place. The deposit must remain on account for the duration of enrolment. - Late payment and account standing: - Fees not paid within 10 days after the due date may result in immediate suspension of the student and referral for debt recovery. Students are registered for the new scholastic year only if accounts are up to date. - Family discounts: - Sibling discounts are applied to the second and younger children: 7.5% discount for the second child and 15% for younger children; the oldest child pays full fees. - Withdrawal and notice: - Written notice of withdrawal must be provided at least three months of term time prior to the date of withdrawal. Failure to provide the required notice may result in forfeiture of the deposit. Refund of the deposit is conditional on return of books in good condition and settlement of outstanding fees.
Boarding fees - No boarding/boarding fees are listed in the published schedules: the school does not publish boarding rates and the fees documents present day‑school charges only.
Refund information - Deposit refund and conditions: - Deposits are refundable on departure subject to the school's conditions: three months' written notice during term time is required; the deposit will be refunded after books are returned in good condition and all outstanding fees are settled. The full deposit will be forfeited if the required notice is not given. - Other refunds: - External examination fees and some other additional costs are charged separately and are not included in the published tuition figures; refund provisions for those items are not specified within the tuition schedules.
Fee payment options (as specified in the fee schedules) - Monthly payments by standing order (11 instalments) and full upfront payment (single payment) are the payment methods explicitly set out in the published fee schedules; the schedules state standing order is required for the monthly option and give the dates for the first payment and the discount deadline for full payment. No specific card, bank transfer or merchant payment methods are listed in the published fee documents.
Key points to note (summary of the fee mechanics) - All year groups show: application fee (non‑refundable), inception fee(s) (non‑refundable; reduced sibling rate available), a refundable deposit held while enrolled, annual tuition with an 11‑month standing‑order option, and a 4% upfront‑payment discount if paid by the stated deadline. Additional annual charges such as Ed‑Tech, school resources levy, rental of books and school camp are shown per year group. Extended Learner Support (EAL/SEN) is charged as a monthly supplement where required.
Brief note on missing payment‑method detail - The published schedules specify standing order (monthly instalments) and full upfront payment with a discount but do not list explicit accepted payment instruments (for example, credit card, bank transfer or online merchant methods). The fee documents also do not include boarding charges.
Academics
Northfields International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, British Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.
Curriculum
Curriculum from 2025 onward includes: Pre-Nursery (Walkers & Toddlers) through Nursery–Year 4 with a Montessori-inspired EY framework and IB PYP; Years 5–6 IB PYP and English National Curriculum; Years 7–9 IB MYP with the Cambridge Curriculum; Years 10–11 Cambridge IGCSE; Years 12–13 IB Diploma Programme or A-Levels. The youngest learners are taught in a bilingual English–French environment, providing exposure to both languages.
Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes enable in-depth coverage of topics.
Exam Results
In 2025 IB Exam Results were announced, with students attaining strong IB performance.
Higher Education Progression
Sixth Form focuses on university applications with structured guidance; staff support for university admissions includes UCAS for the UK and CommonApp for the USA, time allocated for personal statements, university fairs at the school, and campus visits; guidance for US admissions processes such as SAT preparation is provided.
Admissions
Admissions
Applications for enrolment are submitted through the online application form. If online submission is not possible, the admissions office can assist. Completing the online form does not confer admission. Stage 1: Enquiry; Stage 2: Online Application; Stage 3: Document Submission; Stage 4: Entry Assessments; Stage 5: Review Process; Stage 6: Committee Decision. Admission Policies include Northfields Admission Policy – Secondary and Northfields Admission Policy – Primary. Stage 1 - Enquiry: Decide Northfields is right for your family; contact the admissions team for assistance and schedule a campus visit. Stage 2 - Online Application: Applications must be submitted online; assistance is available. Stage 4 - Entry Assessments: An entrance assessment is scheduled after receipt of a complete application; the assessment covers English, Mathematics and French (French not applicable to beginners); assessments take place at Northfields for Rs 1,000; overseas students can have assessments at their current school with prior arrangement; provide a contact name and official school email address of the coordinator. Stage 5 - Review Process: The Admissions Committee reviews each file, including members of the Admissions Team and the Head of Schools; additional follow-up may be needed; the committee aims to communicate the final decision and next steps. Stage 6 - Committee Decision: The decision is communicated by email; four outcomes are possible: the candidate is accepted; the candidate is conditionally accepted; the candidate is offered a space on the waiting list; the candidate is not accepted.
Waitlist
There is a waiting list; a space on the waiting list may be offered to candidates when no space is available.
FAQs
What curriculum does Northfields follow?
Northfields blends IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP) with Cambridge IGCSE, British Curriculum, and a Montessori-inspired Early Years framework. Years 10-11 offer IGCSE and Years 12-13 offer IB DP or A-Levels.
What age range does the school accept?
The school serves children from age 1 (Pre-Nursery walkers and toddlers) through to 18 (Year 13), covering the full educational journey from early years to pre-university.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from approximately MUR 161,700 for Pre-Nursery to MUR 608,300 for Year 13. Fees differ for Mauritian and expatriate students, with sibling reductions available.
Is there learning support?
Yes, the SEN centre provides in-class support, one-to-one and small-group pull-out sessions, exam-access accommodations, and tailored study support. The EAL centre supports English language development.
How many students attend?
Approximately 1,200 students attend across the Pre-Nursery, Primary, and High School campuses in Labourdonnais Village, Mapou.
What languages are taught?
Nursery and Primary use a bilingual English-French programme. English is the language of instruction in High School, with a strong French programme continuing from beginner to fluent levels.
What facilities does the campus have?
The High School has four science labs, two computer suites, art studios, a D&T workshop, drama room, exam room, assembly hall, canteen, medical centre, and a school shop.
Is there a house system?
Yes, three houses - Eagles, Phoenix, and Dolphins - compete in cross country, football, basketball, netball, tennis, swimming, athletics, spelling bee, and general knowledge events.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Activities include Model United Nations (since 2016), sports, cultural and creative clubs, and academic support. The SRC provides student leadership opportunities through democratic elections.
Is there a canteen?
Yes, the school runs a canteen with healthy meals and snacks prepared on site. Lunches can be ordered via the Northfields app, with vegetarian and dairy-free options available.
How do I apply?
Submit an online application form through the school website. If that is not possible, the admissions office can assist. A waiting list operates when spaces are unavailable.
What is the school's affiliation?
Northfields is part of the Inspired Education Group, a global network of premium schools providing access to international resources and opportunities.
