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Stella Maris International School – Nacala

Mozambique, Nacala

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 2001
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages Portuguese
Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Stella Maris International School – Nacala is a private, co-educational campus in Bairro Macone I, Quarteiro 3, Talho No. 34415, Cidade Alta, Nacala Porto, Mozambique. The school follows the Cambridge International Curriculum with Cambridge Primary and Cambridge IGCSE examinations, and English is the language of instruction. It educates learners from Early Childhood (ages 3–6) through Grade 11, with classes from morning to afternoon. The campus includes Pre-school, Primary and High School facilities. The High School features a well-equipped computer laboratory and library, plus extensive sports grounds; the Primary Department offers an adventure playground, a library, a computer laboratory, and a sports and academic programme. Co-curricular activities include Portuguese, Physical Education, and field trips. A range of clubs—Glee Club, Arts Club, Sports Club, Computer Club, Chess Club, Taekwondo Club—and the Student Body Organization—support creative, athletic and leadership development. Africa Day highlights the school's embrace of diverse traditions and prepares students for citizenship.

The Essentials

Stella Maris International School – Nacala has instruction in English.

Location
Stella Maris International School Nacala is located in Nacala, Mozambique. It is a private co-educational school. The Cambridge International Examination Curriculum is used. English is the medium of instruction, with Portuguese included in co-curricular activities.

Stages
Academic subjects are offered for Grade 1 through Grade 11.

Type
Private, co-educational school.

Country affiliation
Mozambique

School day structure
The school day runs from morning to afternoon.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Private institution
Fees
Application fees

- No public, itemized application or enrollment fee amount is published for Stella Maris International School – Nacala for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.
- The school requires payment of required fees to secure enrollment and mentions a reservation process for enrollment slots; however, the exact reservation or application charge is not published.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year)

- The school does not publish a graded or per-term/per-year tuition schedule for any year groups (Pre‑school / Primary / Grades 1–11) for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.
- No publicly available breakdown by year group or term (amounts, currency, or instalment options tied to specific grade levels) is provided.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- There is no publicly posted detailed billing schedule (for example, exact term dates for invoicing, due dates, or penalty/late‑payment terms) available for 2026/27 or 2025/26.
- The school's admissions/reservation policy states that enrollment is conditioned on payment of the required fees and that reservation forms are handled in advance of term start, but specific invoicing cadence and payment deadlines are not published.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Stella Maris International School – Nacala operates as a day school at this branch; no boarding programme or boarding fee schedule is published for the Nacala branch.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, exams, transport, meals, trips, activity levies, etc.)

- The school mentions co‑curricular activities, field trips, and clubs, but does not publish specific charges for uniforms, textbooks, exam/assessment fees, transport, meals, school trips, or extracurricular levies for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.
- No itemized list of ancillary fees or standard amounts for these items is available publicly.

Refund information

- No publicly posted fee-refund policy, refund schedule, or conditions for partial/total refund of fees is available for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, cheque, mobile payment, etc.)

- The school does not publish the accepted payment methods or detailed payment instructions for paying fees (for example, bank transfer details, card acceptance, or cash payment procedures) for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.

Brief summary of search and current availability of published fee information

- A review of the school's Nacala branch pages and the main Stella Maris International School site shows descriptive admissions material and policies that reference required fees and reservation procedures, but no public, itemized fee schedule or amounts for application, tuition (per term or per year by grade), boarding, ancillary charges, refund terms, or accepted payment methods for 2026/27 or 2025/26.

- Because no specific fee amounts or formal fee schedule are published, the school has not provided public figures to include here for application fees, term fees, annual tuition by grade, or other chargeable items.
Academics

Stella Maris International School – Nacala teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE.

Curriculum
Stella Maris International School Nacala uses the Cambridge International Examination Curriculum and English is the language of instruction. The school offers academic subjects in grades 1 to 11, with classes from morning to afternoon. Portuguese, Physical Education and field trips are part of co-curricular activities. The academic subjects and co-curricular activities are taught and supervised by competent teachers. Various clubs are organized to develop learners' talents in their respective fields of interest, including Glee Club, Arts Club, Sports Club, Computer Club, Chess Club, Taekwondo Club, and the Student Body Organization.

Gifted and Talented
Various clubs are organized to develop learners' talents in their respective fields of interest. These clubs include Glee Club, Arts Club, Sports Club, Computer Club, Chess Club, Taekwondo Club, and the Student Body Organization.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social awareness programs support students' social, physical and mental development.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the medium of instruction; Portuguese is part of co-curricular activities.

Mental Wellbeing
Social awareness programs contribute to students' mental wellbeing.
Parent Experience

Community
Africa Day Celebrations 2023 are hosted at SMIS Nacala, reflecting a celebration of African cultures. The school runs Discovery of Talent and Outdoor and Non-Academic Life Skills programs to support holistic development. Social Awareness Programs are provided to develop students socially, physically and mentally, and a variety of clubs—Glee Club, Arts Club, Sports Club, Computer Club, Chess Club, Taekwondo Club, and Student Body Organization—offer additional opportunities to develop talents.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Nacala campus offers Pre-school, Primary and High School. The High School Department has a well-equipped computer laboratory and library, and extensive sports grounds. The Primary Department includes an adventure playground, a library, a comprehensive computer laboratory, and a sports and academic programme. The Early Childhood Department serves ages 3–6 with a prepared environment and hands-on activities that support development. Libraries and computer facilities are available across levels to support learning.

Sports Facilities
High School Department has extensive sports grounds. Primary Department includes a sports and academic programme.

Academic Facilities
The High School Department has a well-equipped computer laboratory and library. The Primary Department has a library and a comprehensive computer laboratory. The Early Childhood Department provides a prepared environment with hands-on activities for ages 3–6. The Cambridge International Curriculum is used and English is the medium of instruction.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Various clubs are organized to develop learners' talents, including Glee Club, Arts Club, Sports Club, Computer Club, Chess Club, Taekwondo Club, and Student Body Organization.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses the Cambridge International Examination Curriculum and English is the medium of instruction. Academic subjects and co-curricular activities run from Grade 1 to Grade 11, with Portuguese, Physical Education, and educational field trips included as part of the co-curricular program. Practical engagement supports theory with real-life examples to provide a holistic learning experience. Academic games and the Quiz Bee 2023 offer opportunities for knowledge-based competition.

Arts & Creative
Glee Club and Arts Club are among the clubs organized to develop learners' talents. A range of clubs also includes Sports Club, Computer Club, Chess Club, Taekwondo Club, and Student Body Organization, fostering creativity and performance. These clubs provide avenues for creative expression and skill development.

Cultural & Language
The school accommodates a wide range of cultures and Africa Day is celebrated as part of cultural activities. Africa Day celebrations showcase diverse cultures and heritage. Portuguese is included as a co-curricular language alongside the English-medium instruction. The school uses English as the medium of instruction.

Social & Hobbies
Outdoor and Non Academic Life Skills include a wide range of sports activities, with programs adjusted to each child's preferences. Fun and Games provide time for rest and refreshment. Academic games, such as the Quiz Bee 2023, promote intellectual engagement outside the classroom. Social Awareness Programs are organized to support the social, physical, and mental development of students.

Leadership & Professional
Student leadership is fostered through the Student Body Organization. Clubs such as Glee Club, Arts Club, Sports Club, Computer Club, Chess Club, and Taekwondo Club develop talents and leadership skills while promoting teamwork and responsibility.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Portuguese and Physical Education are part of the co-curricular program, along with educational field trips. A broad range of sports activities is offered, and activities are adjusted to each child's preferences. The school emphasizes holistic learning and practical engagement to support overall wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
Stella Maris International School (Nacala) uses the Cambridge International Examination Curriculum. English is the medium of instruction. Portuguese is included as a co-curricular language.
Admissions

Admissions
Enrollment is in progress.
School Events
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