Schools from pre-nursery to higher education in Mauritius

Having children should not hold you from moving to Mauritius – quite the opposite! Its geography, climate, facilities, multilingualism, and diverse cultures make it a fantastic location for children to thrive.

As a parent of toddlers, you will feel at ease knowing that the island's modern health-care system and qualified medical professionals are ready to handle any medical emergencies. And with the cost of labour being relatively low, childcare is affordable.

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How to find the right school?

While public schools are open to all, most foreign residents enrol their children in international or local private schools (secular or religious) or alternative schools.As many parents, alumni and members of the teaching staff can testify, Mauritius has a number of high-quality schools. Children benefit from small classes, a wide range of activities and a broad perspective on the world… In these schools, children of various nationalities grow up alongside Mauritians and dual nationals.

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Here are the most important points to consider when choosing a school in Mauritius.

The school's region

In Mauritius, many children spend several hours each day commuting to school, particularly at the secondary level. As a result, many parents choose their place of residence based on the schools their children attend, or will attend in the future.

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Understanding the school’s curriculum and accreditation

Choosing a curriculum is crucial for your child, as it will determine their final qualifications and options for higher education.

Most curriculums offered in Mauritius come from the following organisations:

• International Baccalaureate (IB)
• Cambridge International Education
• Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE)
• International Curriculum Association (ICA)
• British National Curriculum

Check the accreditations of the schools you are interested in; they may offer a curriculum from an organisation in certain grades only or prepare students for exams from other curriculums as options.

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The School fees

The quality of private education in Mauritius comes at a price. Each school sets its own tuition fees and payment terms, and most offer preferential rates for large families and when at least one parent is a Mauritian (or French, in the case of French schools. If your child will be spending several years in Mauritius, take into account the overall cost of their education based on the chosen curriculum.

Education fees can vary widely and tend to increase with each grade level. At international private schools, annual tuition ranges from Rs 100,000 to Rs 325,000 for Mauritian citizens and from Rs 125,000 to Rs 530,000 for children of foreign residents. Additionally, there are enrolment fees between Rs 20,000 and Rs 75,000, along with expenses for the cafeteria, school bus, uniforms, and school supplies.

See below for a (non-exhaustive) list of popular schools among expatriates in Mauritius.

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Mauritius' most popular International Schools among Expats

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1. St Exupery International School

Language • Fully Bilingual French & English
‍Curriculum • Alternative Bilingual School
‍Age • 3-11
Founded year • 2018

Chemin 20 pieds, Grand Baie (North)
en.seis.mu • +230 268 0108

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2. Northfields International School

Language • English, Bilingual
‍Curriculum • Montessori, IB PYP, IB MYP, Cambridge IGCSE, A levels, IB DP
‍Age • 18 months - 18 yo
Founded year • 2001

For a closer look at Northfields, read our full blog feature.

Labourdonnais Village, Mapou (North)
www.northfieldsinternational.school • +230 266 9448

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3. Ecole du Nord

Language • French, Bilingual
‍Curriculum • AEFE (French School)
‍Age • 3-15
Founded year • 1974

Labourdonnais Village, Mapou (North)
www.ecoledunord.net • +230 266 3009

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4. Greencoast International Schools

Language • English
‍Curriculum • IEYC & IPC (ICA)
‍Age • 3-11
Founded year • 2019

Beau Plan, Pamplemousse (North)
www.greencoast-schools.com • +230 260 0630

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5. Lighthouse Primary & Secondary School

Language • English
‍Curriculum • Christian School / IPC (ICA)
‍Age • 3-18
Founded year • 2009

Albert Lane, Calebasses (North)
www.lighthouse.edu.mu • +230 260 0630

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6. Clavis International Primary School

Language • English
‍Curriculum • IB PYP
‍Age • 3-11
Founded year • 1991

Mont Ory, Moka (Centre)
www,clavis.mu • +230 433 4439

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7. Le Bocage International School

Language • English
‍Curriculum • IB MYP, CP, DP
‍Age • 11-18
Founded year • 1990

Mont Ory, Moka (Centre)
www.lebocage.net • +230 433 9900

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8. Ecole du Centre

Language • French, Bilingual
‍Curriculum • AEFE (French School)
‍Age • 3-15
Founded year • 1991

Helvetia, Moka (Centre)
www.ecoleducentre.org • +230 433 2475

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9. Lycée des Mascareignes

Language • French, Bilingual
‍Curriculum • AEFE (French School)
‍Age • 15-18
Founded year • 2000

Helvetia, Moka (Centre)
www.lyceedesmascareignes.org • +230 433 8992

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10. Morning Star International School

Language • English
‍Curriculum • Accelerated Christian Education
‍Age • 3-18
Founded year • 2003

Palladium Lane, Trianon (Centre)
www.morningstar.mu • +230 4600702

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11. Ecole Alexandra House

Language • British National Curriculum
‍Curriculum • Floréal
‍Age • 3-11
Founded year • 1975

King George V Avenue, Floréal (Centre)
www.alexandrahouseschool.com • +230 696 4108

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12. Lycée La Bourdonnais

Language • French, Bilingual
‍Curriculum • AEFE (French School)
‍Age • 4-18
Founded year • 1953

Find out more about this school in our comprehensive article about Lycée La Bourdonnais.

Rue Rochecouste, Forest Side, Curepipe (Centre)
www.llbinternationalschool.mu • +230 670 6097

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13. Westcoast International Primary School

Language • English
‍Curriculum • IPC (ICA)
‍Age • 3-11
Founded year • 2009

Flic-en-Flac Road, Cascavelle (West)
www.wips.mu • +230 452 9193

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14. Westcoast International Secondary School

Language • English
‍Curriculum • Cambridge CLS & IGCSE, IB DP
‍Age • 11-18
Founded year • 2014

Flic-en-Flac Road, Cascavelle (West)
www.westcoast-schools.com • +230 489 2034

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15. Telfair International Academy Primary School

Language • English
‍Curriculum • British National Curriculum
‍Age • 5-12
Founded year • 2007

Avenue des Dauphins, Tamarin (West)
www.telfairinternationalacademy.com • +230 483 5108

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16. Ecole Paul et Virginie

Language • French, Bilingual
‍Curriculum • AEFE (French School)
‍Age • 3-11
Founded year • 2003

Route Royale, Tamarin (West)
www.ecole-pauletvirginie.com • +230 483 4963

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17. Savannah International School

Language • English
‍Curriculum • IEYC & IPC (ICA)
‍Age • 3-11
Founded year • 2022

Gros Bois (South)
https://savannah.school/ • +230 660 19§15

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18. Clavis International Primary School East

Language • English
‍Curriculum • IB PYP
‍Age • 3-5
Founded year • 2025

Anahita Smart City, Beau Champ (East)
www.clavis.mu/clavis/beau-champ-campus • +230 433 4439

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Pursuing higher education after studying in Mauritius

What comes next after school in Mauritius?

Universities and private higher education

Choosing a private education in Mauritius means giving your child access to high-quality teaching and an international outlook, both valued by top universities around the world.

For those who choose to stay in Mauritius, there is a wide range of international institutions to choose from, including Vatel, Paris-Panthéon-Assas, ENSA Nantes, Middlesex University, and Curtin Mauritius. Available programs cover tourism, architecture and urban planning, accounting and finance, law, business, entrepreneurship, and marketing.

Deciding on a career path can be a daunting process, for both students and parents. Whether through the school's own counselling team or with support from orientation specialists like Orient'U, you will find help to make well-informed choices.

Tutoring and exam preparation

If you would like to give your child extra support through private tutoring or preparation for competitive entrance exams, it is all available here. Travelling Teachers offers these services across four centres around the island.