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International Schools in Cayman Islands

Compare 3 international schools in Cayman Islands. Filter by curriculum, fees (average USD 27,403), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
3
Curricula
6
Average annual fee
USD 27,403
Fee range
USD 18,585 – 36,220
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Canadian Curriculum (1 schools)
Average school size
982 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Cayman Prep and High School
About international schools in Cayman Islands

International schools in the Cayman Islands are largely English-medium private schools that serve both expatriate and local families and tend to follow either a US-style pathway (with the International Baccalaureate Diploma available at Cayman International School) or a British National Curriculum route that leads to IGCSEs and A-levels at other long-established institutions. Annual tuition at established private schools commonly sits in the region of roughly CI$15,000 - CI$31,000 (about US$18,000 - 36,000), and families should budget separately for application fees, enrolment deposits, uniforms, transport and extracurricular charges; one large school publishes an application fee of CI$350 and an enrolment deposit of CI$1,000. Most private schools start the academic year in August/September and run waiting lists for popular year groups, while government-school registration normally opens in the spring and gives priority to Caymanian children, so relocating families are advised to begin the process a term or two ahead and to check the Department of Education registration calendar. When comparing options, focus on the curriculum and external exam routes, language and learning-support provision, recent inspection or accreditation information, and the all-in cost to see which school fits your child and your relocation package.

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Choosing an international school in Cayman Islands

Curricula

There are 3 international schools in Cayman Islands covering 6 curricula. The most widely offered are Canadian Curriculum (1), IB (PYP/MYP/DP) (1), British Curriculum (1), Cambridge IGCSE (1), Cambridge International AS Levels (1). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.

Fees & what they cover

Annual tuition across Cayman Islands runs from about USD 18,585 to USD 36,220, averaging roughly USD 27,403. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.

Admissions & timing

Sought-after schools in Cayman Islands run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.

Boarding

Most schools here are day schools; check individual profiles for any boarding options.

How doris stays impartial

doris lists every international school in Cayman Islands we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.

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FAQs for Cayman Islands

What curricula do international schools in the Cayman Islands follow?
Private international schools on Grand Cayman most commonly offer either an American-style programme that culminates in the IB Diploma at the upper years or a British National Curriculum pathway that leads to Cambridge IGCSE/GCSEs and A-levels; smaller independent schools may follow Montessori, Early Years Foundation Stage or mixed international programmes. Check each school’s published curriculum and which external examinations (IB, Cambridge IGCSE/A-level, SATs, etc.) it prepares pupils for when you compare options.
How much should we budget for fees and what extra costs should we expect?
Annual tuition at the island’s established private schools typically ranges from the mid-CI$10,000s up to around CI$30,000 per child, though exact figures vary by age and school; one large school publishes grade-by-grade fees and a CI$350 application fee plus a CI$1,000 enrolment deposit as examples of typical extras. Beyond published tuition, most schools charge for uniforms, some activities, school meals, transport and occasional capital levies, and many offer sibling discounts or staged payment plans - always ask for a full ‘first-year all-in’ cost.
When should we apply and how do admissions timelines work?
Most private international schools in the Cayman Islands run an August/September academic calendar and open applications many months in advance; popular year groups often fill early and waiting lists are common, so apply as soon as you have a target move date. Government schools follow a separate registration timetable (registration windows commonly open in the spring) and prioritise Caymanian children, so families arriving outside the standard window should contact the Department of Education Services about late applications.
Is instruction in English and do schools support children who are not fluent?
English is the primary medium of instruction at the island’s international and private schools, and most offer language-acquisition or learning-support services for pupils who do not yet have full English fluency. Schools publish their approaches to English as an additional language or learning support in admissions material and inspection reports, so review those pages and ask about assessment, small-group support and how quickly your child will be integrated into mainstream classes.
What should we check when choosing a school for a relocated child?
Look for factual information on the school’s curriculum and external exam routes, recent inspection or accreditation records, formal provision for special educational needs and English-language learners, and transparent fee schedules that include deposits and extras. Also consider practicalities such as the school calendar and term dates, transport and wrap-around care, class sizes and pastoral support, and whether the school’s university-placement or destination information matches your child’s plans.