Private & International Schools in Mauritius
Mauritius has a strong choice of private and international schools following the British, IB and French systems. Here's a guide to the leading schools by curriculum, region and age group — and how we help families secure a place.
Three systems, one small island
International families in Mauritius have three main routes: the British/Cambridge path (IGCSE and A-Levels), the International Baccalaureate (PYP, MYP and the Diploma), and the French national curriculum to the baccalauréat. Some schools combine Cambridge and IB across the year groups.
Most international schools cluster in the north, the west coast and the central Moka area, so the choice of school and the choice of neighbourhood often go together. Popular schools can have waiting lists, so it pays to plan early — which is where we come in.
A selection of leading schools
British / Cambridge curriculum
IGCSE and A-Levels, following the English National and Cambridge curricula.
Northfields International School
North- Area
- Mapou
- Curriculum
- Cambridge & IB (IGCSE, A-Level / IB DP)
- Ages
- 3–18
International Preparatory School (IPS)
North- Area
- Labourdonnais
- Curriculum
- English pre-primary & primary (part of Northfields)
- Ages
- 18 months–11
Westcoast International Secondary School (WISS)
West- Area
- Uniciti, Flic en Flac
- Curriculum
- Cambridge Lower Secondary & IGCSE, IB Diploma
- Ages
- 11–18
Alexandra House School
West- Area
- Tamarin
- Curriculum
- British primary (Early Years & primary)
- Ages
- 3–11
International Baccalaureate (IB)
The IB continuum — PYP, MYP and the Diploma Programme.
Le Bocage International School
Central- Area
- Moka
- Curriculum
- IB MYP, Diploma & Career-related, plus BTEC
- Ages
- 11–18
Clavis International Primary School
Central / East- Area
- Moka & Beau Champ
- Curriculum
- IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)
- Ages
- 3–12
French curriculum
The French national curriculum (baccalauréat), largely AEFE-affiliated.
Lycée Labourdonnais
Central- Area
- Curepipe
- Curriculum
- French national curriculum to baccalauréat
- Ages
- 3–18
École du Nord
North- Area
- Mapou
- Curriculum
- French national curriculum (primary & secondary)
- Ages
- 3–18
École du Centre
Central- Area
- Rose Hill
- Curriculum
- French national curriculum
- Ages
- 3–18
This is a selection of established schools, not an exhaustive list, and curricula, age ranges and availability change. Always confirm the current details directly with each school — and we're glad to help families shortlist and secure places as part of a move.
Schools in Mauritius, answered
What are the best private schools in Mauritius?
It depends on the curriculum you want and where you'll live. Among the most established are Northfields International and IPS in the north (Cambridge/IB), Westcoast International (WISS) on the west coast, Le Bocage International and Clavis in the central Moka area (IB), and the French-system Lycée Labourdonnais, École du Nord and École du Centre. We help match a school to your child's age, curriculum and your chosen area.
Which curricula are available — British, IB or French?
All three. Several schools follow the British/Cambridge route (IGCSE and A-Levels), a number are IB World Schools (PYP, MYP and the Diploma Programme), and there is a well-established French national-curriculum network leading to the baccalauréat. Some schools blend Cambridge and IB across the year groups.
How much are private school fees in Mauritius?
Fees vary widely by school, curriculum and year group, and are reviewed annually, so it's best to confirm current figures directly with each school. As a rule, private international schooling in Mauritius is considerably more affordable than comparable schools in the UK, Europe or South Africa. We can point you to the right schools for your budget.
Are places competitive?
Yes — the most sought-after schools can have waiting lists, particularly at popular entry points. We recommend planning admissions early, ideally before your move, and we help families secure places as part of the relocation.
Which areas have the best school access?
The north (around Grand Baie/Mapou), the west coast (Flic en Flac/Tamarin) and the central Moka area are the best served for international schooling. Many families choose where to live partly around the school run — see our area guides.
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Planning your children's schooling?
Tell us their ages, the curriculum you'd like and where you're thinking of living. We'll shortlist the right schools and help you secure places alongside your move.
