IB Curriculum International Schools in Perth, Australia
Compare 7 IB Curriculum international schools in Perth, Australia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average AUD 17,234), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Perth’s IB schools form a small but varied group within Western Australia, and they typically offer one or more International Baccalaureate programmes (Primary Years, Middle Years, Diploma and in some cases the Careers Programme) alongside the state and independent school systems. Instruction is usually English, with schools commonly running additional language programmes such as Mandarin, Japanese, French and Indonesian and offering English-as-an-additional-language support for newcomers. Tuition at independent and international schools in Perth varies widely depending on age, boarding and compulsory levies, so families should budget from the lower end of independent school fees up into the mid-to-high tens of thousands of Australian dollars a year for senior or boarding places. Admissions follow the usual independent-school rhythm: important intake points (early years, Year 7 and the senior years for Diploma entry) fill early, applications often require deposits, forms and sometimes assessment or interview, and international students also need the school’s Confirmation of Enrolment for visa purposes.
What exactly are the different IB programmes and which ages do they cover?
The IB is organised into programmes for different age ranges: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for early childhood and primary-aged children, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for lower secondary, and the Diploma Programme (DP) and Careers Programme (CP) for students roughly aged 16 - 19. Schools may offer one, several or all of these programmes, so check each school’s authorisation list to confirm which programmes are delivered on site.
Is teaching in IB schools in Perth mainly in English, and what other languages are available?
Most IB schools in Perth teach primarily in English but routinely offer additional language study and language-support services; common taught languages in the region include Mandarin, Japanese, French and Indonesian, and some schools also offer specific programs for English-language learners. If maintaining a home language or studying a particular modern language is important, ask prospective schools which language levels and pathways they run.
How much should families expect to pay for an IB education in Perth?
Fees vary considerably between schools and by year level: published 2026 schedules for Perth’s independent sector show a wide spread, with some Catholic/systemic colleges at the lower end and selective independent and boarding places reaching into the tens of thousands of Australian dollars per year for senior years. Many schools also add compulsory levies, excursion or uniform costs and separate boarding fees, so compare full ‘all-in’ schedules rather than tuition lines alone.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process look like for international families?
Key intake years (early years, the transition to secondary such as Year 7, and entry to senior years for the Diploma) commonly fill earliest, so apply as soon as you have made a decision; schools typically ask for an application form, deposit and documents and may require assessments or interviews. International students need a Confirmation of Enrolment from the school to support a student visa application, and schools publish specific timelines and visa-related requirements on their admissions pages.
What practical things should relocating families check when comparing IB schools in Perth?
Confirm which IB programmes the school is authorised to teach, the level of English-as-an-additional-language (EAL) and learning-support provision, the languages on offer, the full fee schedule (including levies and boarding costs) and the school’s approach to pastoral care and transitions. Also ask for recent practical details such as term dates, start-of-term enrolment/withdrawal notice requirements and whether the school runs orientation or settlement support for new international students.
