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IB Curriculum International Schools in Cyprus

Compare 12 IB Curriculum international schools in Cyprus. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 67,852), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
12
Curricula
17
Average annual fee
EUR 10,779
Fee range
EUR 1,275 – 36,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (11 schools)
Average school size
677 pupils
Largest by enrolment
The English School of Kyrenia
Oldest
The Junior and Senior School - Senior (1944)
With boarding
3
About international schools in Cyprus

Cyprus’s IB international schools form a small but well-established group on the island, with several schools authorised to teach the Diploma and earlier IB programmes so families can follow PYP, MYP and DP (and in a few cases the CP) pathways. These schools generally teach in English while offering Greek (and often other European languages) as additional language programmes to support integration and local exams. Annual fees for international schools in Cyprus typically sit in the mid-single thousands of euros, with many schools charging around €7,000 - €11,000 a year though higher and lower schools exist and extra charges (bus, meals, exam surcharges) are common. Admissions follow the island’s September school year cycle, with applications and assessments commonly required well before the start term; IB schools are concentrated in the larger centres (Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca and Paphos) so most relocating families arrange visits or early remote interviews and expect to pay deposits or join waiting lists for popular year groups.

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6 international schools in Nicosia

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3 international schools in Limassol

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1 international school in Kyrenia

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1 international school in Paphos

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1 international school in Larnaca

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FAQs for Cyprus

Which IB programmes will my child find in Cyprus and at what ages are they taught?
IB schools in Cyprus commonly offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for early and primary years, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for lower secondary, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for the final two years of secondary education; a small number also offer the Career-related Programme (CP). Age coverage varies by school but PYP typically covers roughly ages 3 - 11, MYP about 11 - 16 and DP 16 - 19, so check each school’s year-group mapping before applying.
Is instruction in English or in Greek?
Most international IB schools instruct primarily in English and provide Greek language classes to help pupils integrate locally and, where relevant, prepare for Cypriot national requirements. In the north of the island and at certain bilingual schools you may also find Turkish or stronger bilingual pathways, so ask schools about their language-support and mother-tongue provision.
How much should I budget for fees and extras?
Expect annual tuition to fall broadly in the mid-single thousands of euros, with many IB international schools charging around €7,000 - €11,000 a year, though some schools are notably cheaper or more expensive. Budget additionally for registration and acceptance deposits, school transport, lunches, uniforms, extracurriculars and any IB exam or programme surcharges that some schools invoice separately.
When should we apply and how competitive are places?
Begin enquiries as soon as you know your moving dates and aim to submit applications several months before the September intake; for popular schools and key entry years (early years and Year 7 or the start of DP) spaces can be limited and waiting lists are common. Many schools also accept mid-year admissions when places exist, but transfers into an ongoing IB programme are subject to subject-level checks and timetabling constraints.
What should parents prioritise when comparing IB schools in Cyprus?
Verify that the school is authorised for the specific IB programme you need, inspect language support for non-native English speakers, and ask about pastoral care, class sizes and university or careers guidance for DP students. Also check practicalities such as school location and bus routes, fee policies (including whether different rates apply to Cypriot citizens), and how the school assesses and supports pupils joining from other systems.