American Academy Limassol and Foley's School are both in Limassol, about 2 km apart. Both schools offer British, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels programmes. American Academy Limassol also offers Cambridge International AS Levels, and Foley's School also offers Pearson Edexcel IGCSE. Published annual fees are €5,250 - 9,750 at American Academy Limassol and €7,500 - 12,600 at Foley's School, which puts Foley's School roughly 34% higher. American Academy Limassol takes pupils from 2 to 18, and Foley's School from 3 to 18. Foley's School is the larger school, with around 1,300 pupils to American Academy Limassol's 300.
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American Academy Limassol
Limassol, Cyprus
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Foley's School
Limassol, Cyprus
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Fees / year
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Fees / year €5,250 - 9,750 | Fees / year €7,500 - 12,600 |
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Age range
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Age range 2 - 18 years | Age range 3 - 18 years |
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Type
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Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding) | Type Co-educational |
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Curriculum
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Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels | Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE |
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Pupils
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Pupils 300 | Pupils 1,300 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size 8 | Typical class size — |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English, Arabic | Instruction language English |
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Opened
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Opened 1986 | Opened 1970 |
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Bus service
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Bus service No | Bus service No |
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Location
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Location Limassol, Cyprus. Secondary School: 24 Despinas Pattichi Street, Limassol 3071; Primary School: 7 Lefkas Street, Limassol 3070. The school operates a private education model serving nursery through secondary education on multiple sites in Limassol. | Location 2 Nikis Avenue, 4108 Limassol |
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Stages
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Stages Preschool & Kindergarten; Primary School (ages 5-11); Secondary School (11-18); Boarding School (11-18); Greek School (11-18); Athletic School; Learning Support Center | Stages From Pre-Reception (Early Years) to Upper Sixth; ages 3-18 |
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School type
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School type Private school in Cyprus offering education from kindergarten through secondary, following the English National Curriculum. | School type Private, independent, multinational and co-ed; licensed by the Ministry of Education |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix — | Pupil nationality mix Around 50 nationalities represented; English is the language of instruction |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support The school has a Learning Support Center. | Additional learning support Special Education and support provided under the Law on Education of Children with Special Needs (Private Schools Law of 2019, Article 14(5)) |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation Cyprus | Country affiliation — |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation — | Religious affiliation — |
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School day structure
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School day structure — | School day structure — |
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Bus service details
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Fee details
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Fee details Application and registration fees - New students: Application and registration fee of EUR 500. - Returning (existing) students: Registration fee EUR 250 plus a deposit of EUR 400 (the deposit is credited toward tuition). The school may release an existing students place if registration is not completed by May 1. Tuition fees (Academic year 2026/2027) — per term and per year (3 terms per year) - Kindergarten & Pre-reception: EUR 1,750 per term / EUR 5,250 per year. - Reception: EUR 1,850 per term / EUR 5,550 per year. - Primary Year 1 & 2: EUR 2,190 per term / EUR 6,570 per year. - Primary Year 3 & 4: EUR 2,266 per term / EUR 6,798 per year. - Primary Year 5 & 6: EUR 2,320 per term / EUR 6,960 per year. - Secondary Class 1: EUR 2,410 per term / EUR 7,230 per year. - Secondary Class 2: EUR 2,640 per term / EUR 7,920 per year. - Secondary Class 3: EUR 2,850 per term / EUR 8,550 per year. - Secondary Class 4 & 5: EUR 3,050 per term / EUR 9,150 per year. - Secondary Class 6 & 7: EUR 3,250 per term / EUR 9,750 per year. Boarding fees and package - Full boarding package (includes tuition, accommodation, meals, transport to/from the airport, clubs and extracurricular activities, immigration arrangements, and medical insurance): - Classes 1, 2, 3 & 4 (boarding): EUR 27,500 per year. - Classes 5, 6 & 7 (boarding): EUR 30,000 per year. - Boarding accommodation is offered for the full academic year including holidays if the student remains in Cyprus; rooming, meals (three times daily), laundry and 24-hour supervision are included as part of the boarding package. Additional and optional fees - Afternoon care / internal clubs: additional charges apply for after-school care (standard day and after-care hours described; services are charged separately and paid in advance). For students who stay in the afternoon and/or eat lunch periodically there is an occasional fee of EUR 20 per child per day (with three days notice). - Subject-specific additional annual charges (examples shown by year group): Class 4/5: EUR 75 per year for each additional subject; Class 6/7: EUR 100 per year for each additional subject. Transport and lunch are charged separately and are administered by the accounts office. - Miscellaneous purchases (charged in addition to tuition) include: school uniforms, books, student photographs, yearbooks and certain excursions. For example, a basic sports kit item listed for primary (jersey, pants and t-shirt) is EUR 15. - International examination fees (for external exam centres) vary by subject, level and candidate and are payable directly to the examination centres. Billing schedule and payment terms - All school services are payable in advance on a yearly or termly basis. - Standard instalment plan (three instalments): due 1 September, 1 December and 1 March. - Annual payment: a 3% tuition discount is applied if tuition and all fees are settled in full by the schools set deadline. (Advance-payment discounts apply to tuition only.) - Monthly payment plan: a monthly plan (10 payments from August to May) is available; payments may be made by standing order or credit/debit card and a commission fee applies for the monthly plan (EUR 50). Monthly agreements must be arranged through the accounts office. Refund and withdrawal policy - Tuition fees, pre-payments, deposits and registration fees are not refundable and are non-transferable under any circumstances. A full-term written notice must be given to the principal to withdraw a pupil during the academic year. If written notice is not provided, the school may charge for the following academic term or request payment for the entire academic year. School records and transcripts may be withheld until all balances are paid in full. A specific administrative withdrawal charge may also apply after enrolment in some circumstances. Fee payment methods and administration - Families may pay by annual lump sum, three-instalment plan, or the monthly payment plan; monthly payments may be processed by standing order or by credit/debit card (monthly-plan commission applies). Payment arrangements and exact billing (for transport, lunch and other optional services) are administered by the accounts office. Notes on timing and small-cost items - Transport and prepaid-lunch pricing are quoted and administered by the accounts office; occasional lunch is charged at EUR 20 per day (with three days notice). Subject-specific and extracurricular charges are billed separately. | Fee details Application / Registration Deposit - Registration deposit: EUR 1,800, payable once on initial registration. The deposit is refunded only when written notice is given by the last weekday in February, the child completes the school year, and there are no outstanding fees. Tuition fees (termly and annual by year group) - Early Years (Pre-Reception & Reception): Termly EUR 2,500 | Annual EUR 7,500. - Primary Education: - Infants (Years 1 & 2): Termly EUR 2,800 | Annual EUR 8,400. - Juniors (Years 3, 4 & 5): Termly EUR 3,100 | Annual EUR 9,300. - Prep (Year 6): Termly EUR 3,400 | Annual EUR 10,200. - Secondary Education: - Forms 1–3 (Years 7, 8 & 9): Termly EUR 3,900 | Annual EUR 11,700. - Forms 4–U6 (Years 10–13): Termly EUR 4,200 | Annual EUR 12,600. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment frequency: Tuition fees are payable termly in advance for Cypriot and long-term property-owning Cyprus residents; payable annually in advance for other families. The Accounts Department decides whether a family pays termly or annually; any change must be agreed in writing. Annual invoices are payable on or before the end of the first week of September. Termly invoices are payable on or before the end of the first week of September, January and April. Tuition must be paid in full in advance within these prescribed periods. Tuition fees are not refundable or transferable under any circumstances, and the School does not accept pupils for less than one complete school year. Any proposed delay in payment must be agreed in writing in advance with the School Accounts Department. Unauthorized delay may restrict the pupil's attendance at clubs, events, trips and examinations. The School will not reduce fees if the curriculum is delivered online due to Ministry directive or force majeure. The School cannot accept cash payments over EUR 10,000 per invoice in accordance with EU Regulation and Cyprus law. Fee payment options and account details - Accepted methods: Bank transfer (preferred), cheque, cash or card payments may be made at the School Office during office hours (08:30–12:30). - Bank account details (as provided for payments): - Alpha Bank (account name Foley Schools Ltd) — listed IBANs are provided in the school payment provisions. - Bank of Cyprus (account name Foley Schools Ltd) — listed IBANs are provided in the school payment provisions. - EuroBank Cyprus (account name Foley Schools Ltd) — listed IBANs are provided in the school payment provisions. Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered; there are no boarding fees. The school operates as a day school. Other costs and optional fees - Uniform: Early Years EUR 260–350; Primary EUR 300–450 (indicative ranges; uniform list and regulations give itemised prices). - Textbooks and stationery: - Early Years: EUR 50–70. - Primary: Infants EUR 250–350; Juniors EUR 400–450; Prep EUR 650 (Prep includes an Art box). - Transport (school bus): EUR 90–160 per month (local bus rates). - Class photographs: EUR 7–25. - Optional/occasional items: - Crèche (where applicable): EUR 850–900 (hot meal service for crèche paid in advance per term; daily hot meal cost ~EUR 5.00–6.50). - Local trips and year-group residential trips (where applicable): typical ranges EUR 350–500 for specified trips. - Specialist clubs run by external providers (e.g. Bricks for Kidz): EUR 200–400 annually. - Notes on optional fees: Most extra-curricular activities and most school day trips are included without extra charge; fees shown for optional items are indicative and may change where external providers set prices. Refund information (summary) - Tuition fees: Not refundable or transferable under any circumstances. - Registration deposit: Refundable only if written notice is given by the last weekday in February, the pupil completes the school year, and there are no outstanding fees. Discounts and concessions - Sibling discounts: 10% for the second child in the same family attending at the same time, 15% for the third child and 20% for other siblings. Children of former pupils who completed their Secondary Education at Foley's are eligible for a 5% discount. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements American Academy Limassol offers boarding accommodation within close proximity to the school for full-time students. Boarders are monitored 24 hours a day and have a personal tutor; meals are provided three times daily, accommodation is up to two students per room, with weekly laundry and 24-hour supervision. | Boarding arrangements — |
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement The school requires a uniform with Summer and Winter sets. Summer: grey trousers or a grey skirt with a light grey shirt or light blue polo shirt bearing the school logo; Winter: blue jumper with logo, black outdoor blazer with logo, grey trousers; a school tie is worn at all times; footwear must be plain black; jewellery and grooming have specified restrictions; a T-shirt with house colors and the AA Logo is used for house affiliation. | Uniform requirement — |
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Food options
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Food options Meals are offered three times a day, every day of the week. | Food options — |
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House system
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House system There is a house colors system; students wear a house-colored T-shirt with the AA logo as part of the dress code. | House system — |
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership The school is operated by American Private Schools Ltd. | Governance and ownership The school is private and independent. It is licensed by the Ministry of Education. |
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Curriculum details
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Curriculum details The American Academy Limassol follows a British curriculum taught in English and uses a modified English National Curriculum. In Secondary School, students study for GCSE/IGCSE and GCE AS/A-Level examinations and may also complete the Apolytirion; the school is an approved examination centre for GCSE/IGCSE and GCE AS/A2 Level examinations. Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) provides the core curriculum including English, environmental science, Greek/Greek as a foreign language, mathematics, science, history, ICT, music, personal and social education, physical education, and art and drama. Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11) prepares for the International GCSE/GCSE with English, mathematics, PE and Greek/Greek as a foreign language compulsory and a broad range of optional subjects. Key Stage 5 (Years 12–13) enables AS/A2 levels and the Apolytirion across three tracks: A-Level Intensive, Apolytirion, and Combined. The school supports progression to universities worldwide, including the UK, Europe, USA, Australia, Canada, Cyprus and Greece, and offers the Duke of Edinburgh International Award as part of extra-curricular activities. | Curriculum details Foley's School broadly follows the UK National Curriculum, adapted for international pupils. The programme leads to external examinations, IGCSEs and A levels, with London (Edexcel) and Cambridge examination boards. The school also offers an Apolytirion approved by the Cypriot Ministry of Education. English is the language of instruction and the school serves pupils from Pre-Reception to Upper Sixth with around 50 nationalities represented. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio low student-teacher ratio | Student teacher ratio — |
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Exam results
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Exam results — | Exam results The school has been highly successful in IGCSE and A Level examinations over the years. |
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Higher education progression
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Higher education progression Entry to leading universities worldwide, including the United Kingdom, Europe, the USA, Australia, Canada, Cyprus and Greece. | Higher education progression The vast majority of pupils gain places at top universities in the UK, Europe, USA and Canada. |
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning The school provides Personal & Social Education as part of the Primary School core curriculum. The Our Ethos describes a supportive environment that recognises each individual's talents, promotes personal, social and spiritual development, and encourages responsible citizenship in a multicultural context. The curriculum is designed to inspire students to achieve their full potential, become lifelong learners, and develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed for life and work. | Social & emotional learning The Learning Coordinator drives a social and emotional curriculum to support holistic development. The Coordinator, Mrs Cathie Timotheou, oversees pastoral care for every pupil and collaborates with teachers and parents to develop individual learning plans. She brings expertise in psychology and education to design supportive strategies and to train staff in techniques beneficial to the whole class. The curriculum includes class circle times and themes such as zones of regulation, feelings, needs, perspective taking and conflict resolution, fostering self-awareness and empathy. Select Primary pupils in their final year have the chance to train as Peer Mediators through weekly sessions. The school also provides regular online safety awareness sessions and shares online safety resources with families. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN) Learning Support Centre offers Homework Classes for pupils who have difficulties completing homework at home, and provides tutoring across English (Beginners and Advanced), English – All Levels, Greek, Modern Greek (IGCSE and A level), Mathematics, Russian, Fine Art and Physical Education (GCSE, AS and A level). Tutoring runs 2:00 pm–7:00 pm, with sessions at least twice a week. | Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides Special Education and support in proportion to the provisions of the Law on Education of Children with Special Needs (Private Schools Law of 2019, Article 14.5). It is licensed by the Ministry of Education. It caters for pupils aged 3-18 and broadly follows the UK National Curriculum, adapted for international pupils. |
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English as an additional language
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English as an additional language English language support is available for Beginners and Advanced levels, including English – All Levels and English for adults. | English as an additional language — |
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Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing — | Mental wellbeing Foley's School focuses on holistic well-being alongside academics. The Learning Coordinator provides pastoral care to every pupil and develops individual learning plans with teachers and parents. The social and emotional curriculum aims to improve self-awareness and empathy through class circle times and themes such as zones of regulation, feelings, needs, perspective taking and conflict resolution. The school offers Peer Mediator training for selected Prep pupils to support peers. Regular online safety awareness sessions educate pupils on digital safety, and families receive access to the National Online Safety platform. |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding — | Safeguarding Pastoral care is provided for every pupil through the Learning Coordinator. A triad of teacher–child–parent collaboration supports safeguarding, coordinated by the Learning Coordinator. Regular online safety awareness sessions educate pupils about digital safety. Families have access to the National Online Safety platform for guidance and resources. The school emphasizes holistic protection of children through coordinated support across home, school and staff. |
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities overview
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Facilities overview American Academy Limassol provides extensive campus facilities for both the primary and secondary campuses. The complex includes libraries, ICT suites, science laboratories, a theatre for performing arts, a gym, a sports ground, and outdoor playgrounds with a canteen. The libraries hold more than 5,000 books and resources with quiet study areas, a Careers section and access to newspapers and magazines. Computing lessons take place in three ICT rooms, with networked ICT and safe high‑speed broadband, and almost all classrooms have ICT facilities. The secondary school operates three science laboratories equipped for practical work, with lab coats and goggles provided. The school theatre is used for drama and music productions, and the playgrounds are designed with safety in mind. | Facilities overview Foley's School is private, independent, multinational and co-educational, licensed by the Ministry of Education. English is the language of instruction. The school broadly follows the UK National Curriculum, adapted for international pupils, with external examinations including IGCSEs and A levels (London Edexcel and Cambridge). The school offers an Apolytirion approved by the Ministry of Education. Foley's is located at 2 Nikis Avenue, Limassol, and today has over 1,300 pupils aged 3–18 on a single campus with state-of-the-art facilities. The Primary section moved to brand new premises on Nikis Avenue in 2016, with the Secondary School building and top-class sports facilities developed on the site. |
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Sports facilities
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Sports facilities The sports ground accommodates netball, football, tennis, volleyball and basketball. The gym is on campus and equipped for physical education and activities. The sports hall can be partitioned into two halves to host different groups or activities. Changing rooms with toilets are available on site. | Sports facilities Multipurpose Pitch: top-of-the-range astroturf pitch used for football, tag rugby, softball, field hockey and cricket, with Foley's regularly competing locally, nationally and internationally. Athletic Track: a 300m all-weather tartan running track and surrounding facilities for a wide range of events. Sports Hall: large, sprung wooden floor for basketball, unihockey, futsal, volleyball, netball, table tennis, handball and fitness activities, with tennis also accommodated. Indoor Gym: sprung wooden floor, suitable for Gymnastics and dance, with an elite Girls' Gymnastic Team. Swimming Pool: a 25m pool meeting international short course specifications, used for teaching, training, galas and water polo fixtures. |
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Academic facilities
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Academic facilities The secondary school has three laboratories, each equipped for its subject; lab coats and goggles are provided. The libraries hold more than 5,000 books and resources, including fiction and non‑fiction, and include newspapers and magazines along with a Careers section. Computing lessons take place in three ICT rooms, with networked ICT facilities and filtered high‑speed broadband; almost all classrooms have ICT facilities. The theatre is used for performing arts, including drama and music productions. | Academic facilities ICT: There are two ICT suites, one for Primary and one for Secondary, both with networked computers so each pupil has an individual workstation and an interactive teaching panel; Coding is part of ICT taught at all levels. Science: The Primary School uses a well-resourced laboratory-style classroom, while the Secondary School has five fully equipped laboratories and a large preparation room; Biology, Chemistry and Physics are taught separately at IGCSE and A Level. Primary classrooms are bright and well-resourced, with the latest interactive flatscreen panels; Early Years classrooms include carpeted areas and book corners, and there are varied, well-equipped playgrounds. The school emphasises practical and investigative work in science across both sections, with Primary achieving European CLEAPPS Science Awards. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities The Duke of Edinburgh's Award is offered to young people aged 14–25 and has Bronze, Silver and Gold levels with components in volunteering, physical, skills, expedition and, at Gold level, a residential. The award is available to any student, not just American Academy pupils. The Athletic School offers Football, Tennis, Dancing, Swimming and Taekwondo, designed to blend academic and athletic development; the program is available to Greek School students. The school has a theatre for performing arts used for drama and music productions. | Extra curricular facilities The school offers a wide variety of Extracurricular Activities, with clubs spanning Drama, Music and Sport, and pupils engage in activities most afternoons. Extracurricular Clubs Offered include Primary options such as Arts and Crafts, Robotics, Chess, Drama, Greek and Spanish, and Secondary options across Athletics, Debating, Robotics, Choir, Football, Gymnastics, Table Tennis, and more. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is available to pupils over 14 (with supervised hiking and camping for younger pupils) and includes Expedition elements; it provides international recognition of achievements outside the classroom. The clubs also emphasize Performing Arts and Music ensembles (Choir, Guitar Orchestra, Keyboard, Music Composition, Ukulele, World Percussion) as part of the student experience. |
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History
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History The American Academy Limassol opened in 1986 at 24 Despinas Pattichi Street with 50 pupils, serving both primary and secondary. By 1990 the primary school moved to 7 Lefkas Street to accommodate growth. In 2000 Nursery and Reception were added, boarding facilities were created for international students, and an Educational Learning Centre was established to support extra lessons and learners with difficulties such as dyslexia. In 2001 the school started a Greek private secondary school; between 2006-2008 an extra floor was added to the secondary school and a new Nursery opened in 2008. In 2010 a management agreement with the Tanafoua Group was signed for expansion into Saudi Arabia; in 2011 City and Guilds accredited the school as an online English Examination Centre; in 2013 negotiations began to offer first-year pathway courses in tertiary education. | History Foley's School was founded in 1970 by Ward and Pat Foley as Famagusta Grammar School in Famagusta. Following the 1974 invasion, the Foley family relocated to Limassol and re-established the school as Limassol Grammar and Junior School, later known locally as Foley's School. In 2016 the Primary section moved to a new, purpose-built campus in Ayios Athanasios, with the Secondary building and sports facilities following. The 2019-20 academic year marked the 50th anniversary and the reunification of the two sections on one modern campus; today the school educates around 1,300 pupils aged 3-18 on state-of-the-art premises. |
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Community
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Community The school emphasizes teamwork as a daily practice on the field, in the classroom, and in house competitions, fostering spirit, unity, and belonging. Students lift each other up, celebrate each other's successes, and work together toward shared goals. The school engages the wider community with events such as University Fairs and Educational Fairs that connect families with higher education options. Open days provide information sessions and tours for prospective students and parents. | Community Foley's School is private, independent, multinational and co-ed, with around 50 nationalities represented and English as the language of instruction. The school organizes local and international trips to expose pupils to different cultures, including trips to Greece and to Mongolia/China, as well as hiking expeditions. Foley's participates in Erasmus+ projects, coordinating a KA122 short-term project and collaborating with international partners. Extracurricular programs include the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. |
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Parent teacher association
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Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual American Academy Limassol follows a modified English National Curriculum. The school provides a wide range of subjects taught in English, including English language, mathematics, science, languages, social studies, religious studies, and the arts. Small classes foster lively discussions and encourage independent thinking and creativity in a caring environment. The curriculum leads to internal and external assessments, with GCSE, IGCSE, and GCE AS and A‑Levels, and the Apolytirion school leaving certificate approved by the Cypriot Ministry of Education and recognised by universities worldwide. | Academic & intellectual The school is private, independent, multinational and co-ed, licensed by the Ministry of Education. English is the language of instruction and around 50 nationalities are represented. It broadly follows the UK National Curriculum and offers external qualifications including IGCSEs and A levels, with an Apolytirion approved by the Cyprus Ministry of Education. |
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Arts & creative
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Arts & creative Dedicated facilities support art, music, and drama, including a state‑of‑the‑art theatre for drama and a fully functional library. The Performing & Fine Arts program provides opportunities for artistic development within the curriculum. Art, music, and drama are offered as part of the curriculum and student life. | Arts & creative The school offers Extracurricular Activities including Sports, Performing Arts, Duke of Edinburgh, and Clubs. These programs provide opportunities to develop talents outside the classroom. |
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Cultural & language
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Cultural & language The Greek School Programme provides a Greek-language curriculum approved by the Ministry of Education. It offers after-school study and homework support and enables participation in national exams to secure university places in Cyprus and Greece. GCSE and A‑Levels subjects are available to prepare for non‑Greek‑speaking international universities. The programme features small class numbers and increased periods of Greek, mathematics, and English, with additional computer studies and support. | Cultural & language English is the language of instruction and around 50 nationalities are represented. Greek is taught for native speakers following the Cyprus Ministry of Education curriculum, and Greek as a Second Language is available. |
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Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies The school runs the Duke of Edinburgh Award, an international leadership in action programme for learners aged fourteen to twenty‑five. The award includes volunteering, physical activity, skills development, expeditions, and, at Gold level, a residential component. The programme is open to all students, not just American Academy pupils. School life also features events such as a Science Fair and history competitions. | Social & hobbies The school offers clubs and the Duke of Edinburgh program as part of its extracurricular program. |
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Community & service
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Community & service Volunteering is a component of the Duke of Edinburgh Award and is integral to the programme. The award promotes service to the community, physical activity, and personal development. The school highlights community involvement through events and activities, including organisations such as the International Red Cross. | Community & service The school runs a Foley's School Charities Fund. |
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional The Duke of Edinburgh Award represents an international leadership in action programme available to students. Careers guidance and counselling are provided to support students in planning their future. The programme emphasises leadership, teamwork, and personal development through volunteering, physical challenges, and skills within the DoE framework. | Leadership & professional The Duke of Edinburgh program develops leadership and personal skills. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing The Athletic School offers sports such as football, tennis, dancing, swimming, and taekwondo to promote physical fitness and wellbeing. Breakfast is provided by a nutrition specialist, and lunch options are available to support daily routines. The school also provides pastoral care and careers guidance to support students' wellbeing and development. | Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports and fitness activities are available as part of the extracurricular program. |
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Language provision
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Language provision The school follows a British Curriculum. English and Greek are the primary languages of instruction; Greek is taught as a native language for Greeks and as a second language for non-natives. The Greek School offers increased periods of Greek and English; GCSE and A-Levels subjects are available, with preparation for international examinations such as IGCSE and A-Levels. | Language provision English is the language of instruction. The Greek curriculum is offered in three forms: Greek as a First Language for fluent Greek speakers; Greek as a Second Language – Level 1 (four lessons per week); Greek as a Second Language – Level 2 (four lessons per week). In Pre-Reception half the day is in Greek and half in English; Reception, Key Stage 1 and Prep have six Greek lessons per week, and Key Stage 2 has seven Greek lessons per week. |
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Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English and Greek. Greek is taught as a native language for Greek-speaking students and as a second language for non-native speakers. | Bilingual teaching Yes. English is the language of instruction, and there is bilingual exposure in the Early Years, with Pre-Reception taught half the day in Greek and half the day in English. The Greek curriculum is taught as a First Language for fluent Greek speakers and as a Second Language at Levels 1 and 2. |
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Immersion programs
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Immersion programs English immersion for students with no English is provided, two periods per day. | Immersion programs Greek language delivery includes bilingual exposure in the Early Years with half-day Greek and half-day English. Reception, Key Stage 1 and Prep have six Greek lessons per week, while Key Stage 2 has seven Greek lessons per week; Greek as a Second Language is offered at Level 1 (four lessons per week) and Level 2 (four lessons per week). |
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Awards
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Accreditations
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Accreditations — | Accreditations Licensed by the Cyprus Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth under the Private Schools Law 2019 (Article 14(5)) — permits operation as a private international school in Cyprus. Apolytirion accreditation by the Ministry of Education — accredits the school's leaving certificate program within Cyprus. |
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Admissions
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Admissions 1. Schedule a visit. Visiting our schools provides a 30-minute information session followed by a 30-minute tour. Visits are scheduled Monday–Friday, 9:00 am to 14:00 pm. To schedule a tour, complete the registration form on the site or contact Admissions and Recruitment Office at +357 25 337054. 2. Prepare. Admissions decisions are made by the principal of each school. The admissions office coordinates the process and sets minimum enrollment requirements, application deadlines and additional requirements. Prospective students should prepare entrance exams in Mathematics and English (complimentary lessons are provided), an entry interview with the Headmaster, and keep on hand documents including two passport photographs, original birth certificate, copies of the student's passport/ID, copies of parent's passport/ID, attested copies of G.C.S.E /G.C.E. / IELTS / TOEFL, last school report, and health certificate for Early Years. 3. Apply. When ready to apply, you will find all relevant information relating to the application. Applications are subject to deadlines and availability. If you prefer, you may call +357 25 337054 to discuss sending an application electronically. 4. For international applicants; Upon acceptance. International applicants require a visa, and the team handles visa particulars to ensure issuance. Upon acceptance, the Student and Parents Handbook will be provided to ensure a smooth transition to school life. | Admissions 1. Entry and eligibility: The school offers a continuous learning experience from Early Years to Sixth Form. Pupils may enter at any year group in any term, subject to availability of places. The main entry point is Pre-Reception (Early Years). 2. Application and waiting list: The Online Entrance Application form is completed to begin the process. An email confirms that the application has been placed on the Waiting List. The Waiting List generally follows an order, but priority applicants may be considered ahead of others under established criteria. 3. Evaluation and offer: The school requires an entrance interview and/or entrance assessment/exam depending on the year group entry point. The interview, assessment, or exam evaluates readiness and suitability for Foley's School. Final decisions are based on the outcomes of these evaluations as part of the admissions process. The final decision to offer a place rests solely with the school. |
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Scholarships
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Scholarships Students are tested in English and Mathematics and academic scholarships are awarded as follows: 1st Place – 25% of the annual tuition. The 25% Class Achievement Scholarship is awarded to a single top-student in each class of Secondary School for the following academic year and is valid for one academic year; the top student is determined by the principal and his team. All students who participate in a national sports team are eligible for the ATHLETE scholarship. Eligibility should be confirmed with the Principal. | Scholarships — |
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Waitlist
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Waitlist — | Waitlist The school maintains a Waiting List for applicants. After submitting the Online Entrance Application, the application is placed on the Waiting List via an email confirmation. The Waiting List generally follows an order, though priority applicants may be considered ahead of others under established criteria. The final admission decision rests with the school. |
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