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Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages French, Arabic, English
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction
École Canadienne de Tunis is a private international school inspired by the Quebec education program and enriched by the International Baccalaureate, serving students aged 3 to 18. The school offers the Quebec Education Program integrated with the IB, spanning Kindergarten through Pre-university via PYP, MYP, and Canadian curriculum. Two campuses totaling 40,000 m² provide facilities: Building A covers 15,000 m² with Kindergarten to Secondary, two sports halls, two dining areas, an atrium, and three outdoor courtyards; Building B covers 25,000 m² with Secondary and Préuniversitaire, football field, a training center, and 300-seat amphitheatre planned for 2026, plus a covered swimming pool planned for 2026 and a student residence planned for 2028. The program emphasizes multilingual education in French, Arabic, and English, with early exposure to three languages in kindergarten and IB inquiry in Primary. Extracurriculars include theatre, karate, football, coding, basketball, and modern dance, complemented by field trips and performances.
Private international school inspired by the Quebec education program and enriched by the International Baccalaureate
Additional learning support
Personalized student support, a safe environment, and academic and psychological support services
Country affiliation
Canada
Fees
Annual tuition at Ecole Canadienne de Tunis ranges from TND 7,736 to TND 13,145 for 2026/27.
Academic year covered Amounts shown are for Rentrée 2025–2026 (published tariff schedule) and are expressed in Tunisian dinars (TND). Monthly figures on the published simulator are given hors taxe (HT); a 7% TVA applies.
Application, first-registration and re‑registration fees - Application / dossier fee: - Maternelle, Préscolaire and Primaire 1: no application fee (free). - From Primaire 2 and for other higher levels: a one‑off application/evaluation fee of 100 TND. - First-time registration (frais de 1ère inscription): - Maternelle, Préscolaire and Primaire 1: free. - Primaire 2 and above / other applicable levels: one‑off 935 TND at confirmation of enrollment. - Re‑registration (frais de ré‑inscription): 250 TND payable each year. Re‑registration fees are not refundable.
Tuition fees by school level (per month, per year and per term; amounts HT) Note: the simulator presents monthly amounts calculated over 10 months; the school requires annual fees and bills in three advance fractions (three trimesters). Monthly figures below are the published monthly HT amounts; annual = monthly × 10; trimester = annual ÷ 3. VAT (7%) must be added to HT totals where applicable.
- Secondaire (Secondaire 1 à 5): - Tuition: 1,029 TND per month (HT). - Annual tuition (HT, 10-month basis): 10,290 TND. - Per trimester (HT): 3,430.00 TND (annual ÷ 3).
Mandatory and optional ancillary fees - Service de la vie scolaire: 71 TND (listed with the monthly tariff). This covers fixed charges such as medical service, psychological support, insurance, certain sports items, events and related services; it is payable in full. - Cantine (demi‑pension): 206 TND per month (HT). Payable as an optional service; bus and cantine rules apply as per policies. - Garderie (after‑school care): where applicable 118 TND per month (HT) for levels where this option is charged; in some levels garderie is offered free as indicated in the published tariff sections. - Bus scolaire: free for pupils living in the suburbs subject to seat availability (the school lists the bus as free within that limit). - Pack de rentrée (back‑to‑school pack): purchase of the pack is mandatory for each pupil and must be paid in full (price presented separately by the school). - Uniform / sports kit: the school requires an ECT uniform for sports and certain activities; sports attire is referred to in the service charges. Specific uniform item prices are managed through the school's pack or administration. - Sibling (fratrie) discounts: from the second child onward the reduction is 10% on tuition fees; cantine is reduced by 50% and garderie is free for the sibling(s) as published in the tariff tool.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Annual tuition and the service de la vie scolaire are billed as annual amounts and are payable in advance in three fractions (three trimesters). Optional services are billed and payable by advance each trimester. Enrollment confirmation requires payment of the first‑trimester fees within the stated deadlines. - Re‑registration must be completed during March each year with payment of the third‑trimester amount; failure to respect deadlines may result in loss of place. Enrollment is confirmed only after payment of the required fees (first trimester payment required 15 days before the school start to confirm the place). - Optional services (cantine, garderie, bus when charged) are payable in full in advance for each trimester and any mid‑trimester change may not be reimbursed or pro‑rated; changes require written request within the school's stated deadlines.
Refunds and cancellation policy - Re‑registration fees and other listed fees (tests, tuition, service charges, options, re‑registration, etc.) are not refundable, transferable or negotiable. No refund is granted for voluntary interruption during the school year. No prorata refunds are provided for option changes mid‑trimester.
Boarding (internat) - The school operates as a day school with external/demi‑pensionnaire/panier arrangements for lunch; no boarding/internat program is listed.
Accepted payment method(s) (explicitly listed) - Pay directly at the school in cash (payment at school). The published tariff material explicitly lists on‑site payment as an option. For billing cadence and deadlines, refer to the billing schedule above.
If you use these figures for a database, note the school's published tariff refers to Rentrée 2025–2026 and lists VAT at 7%; the school's internal financial regulations set the billing cadence, required deadlines and the non‑refund conditions cited above.
Academics
Ecole Canadienne de Tunis teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Canadian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school follows the Quebec Education Program, enriched by the International Baccalaureate (IB) programs to offer a global and balanced education. Programs span from Kindergarten and Preschool to Primary, Secondary, and Pre-university.
Higher Education Progression
Students are prepared to pursue studies in Canada, Europe, or elsewhere in the world.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
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Special Educational Needs (SEN)
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English as an Additional Language (EAL)
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Mental Wellbeing
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Safeguarding
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Test appointment and meeting with the educational team. An appointment for the admission tests is sent to you by email. Your child will meet the educational team and participate in age-appropriate activities. The pre-university program at the École Canadienne de Tunis is recognized by Université Laval.
2. Prepare documents. For Kindergarten, Preschool, and Primary 1, admission requires no dossier fee. The required documents are the birth certificate in French or a copy of the child's passport, a recent passport photo, and the identity document of the parent or guardian. For other classes, admission includes evaluation of scientific and linguistic prerequisites with a 100 DT fee at pre-registration; additional documents include a certificate of attendance from the current school and the child's report cards for this year and last year.
3. Pre-registration online. Fill the online pre-registration form to officially begin the admission process. This form is the first step to reserve a place for your child.
4. Dossier fees. Dossier fees vary by level. For Kindergarten, Preschool and Primary 1 there are no dossier fees. From Primary 2 onward, a 100 DT fee is charged to cover the assessments of prerequisites. Payment options: pay at the school in cash.
5. Tuition information. Tariffs for pre-university programs are listed; to learn more about admission fees and options for pre-university programs contact us directly.
6. Test preparation resources. Prepare your child to succeed in the admission test. Download our preparation resources and guide your child with confidence in the first steps toward the École Canadienne de Tunis. Kindergarten test preparation resources are available.
7. DEC pre-university overview. What is the General College Studies Diploma (DEC) pre-university? The DEC general is an official diploma issued by the Quebec Ministry of Education and Higher Education (Canada). It certifies a two-year program after five years of secondary and six years of primary to prepare students for university studies in any field: pure and applied sciences, health sciences, economics and management, humanities. The Quebec pre-university education system is known for the quality of college-level teaching and its approach to preparing students for university life. Programs are regularly revised to meet changing needs of society and the job market. What are the exit profiles of ESCT students? ESCT offers two DEC pre-university programs: Sciences de la Nature and Sciences Humaines – Profil Gestion et Economie (Managing and Economics).
8. Plan your meeting. We are here to answer all your questions. Ages 12-18. Plan a meeting with a Secondary advisor. Reserve now.
FAQs
What curriculum does Ecole Canadienne de Tunis follow?
The school follows the Quebec Education Program, enriched by the International Baccalaureate (IB) programs to offer a global and balanced education. Programs span from Kindergarten and Preschool to Pr...
What age range does Ecole Canadienne de Tunis serve?
The school serves students from age 3 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
**Academic year covered**
Amounts shown are for Rentrée 2025–2026 (published tariff schedule) and are expressed in Tunisian dinars (TND). Monthly figures on the published simulator are given hors taxe...
Where is Ecole Canadienne de Tunis located?
Campus B: Ecole Canadienne de Tunis, 1 Rue de commerce, Tunis 2035; Campus A: 1 Rue de l'énergie solaire, Charguia 1, Tunis...
Does the school provide learning support?
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What languages are taught?
Languages taught include Arabic, French, and English across levels. In Maternelle, socialization is bilingual in French and English, and in Préscolaire and Primaire learners are exposed to all three l...
How many students attend the school?
Ecole Canadienne de Tunis has approximately 600 students.
What is the admissions process?
1) Test appointment and meeting with the educational team. An appointment for the admission tests is sent to you by email. Your child will meet the educational team and participate in age-appropriate ...
