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British Curriculum International Schools in Luxembourg

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About international schools in Luxembourg

British-curriculum international schools in Luxembourg form a small, specialised part of a much larger multilingual education market where Luxembourgish, German and French dominate public schooling and many families also use the European or state international options. These schools generally teach in English and commonly follow Cambridge/UK syllabuses (IGCSE/AS-A-Level pathways) or a British-style National Curriculum, while offering English-as-an-Additional-Language (EAL) and strong modern-language programmes to help pupils integrate. Annual costs vary widely: some state or state-linked international sections are effectively free for eligible pupils, while independent British-curriculum places typically sit in the mid-to-high four-figure or low-five-figure euro range per year once extras are included. The school year follows the northern-hemisphere calendar (starts late August/early September) and admissions are managed by individual schools - expect application forms, possible assessment or interview, and, for newcomers, formal integration support from public services.

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At a glance 5 schools · avg fee EUR 17,846
Schools listed
5
Curricula
11
Average annual fee
EUR 17,846
Fee range
EUR 11,980 – 24,226
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (4 schools)
Average school size
875 pupils
Largest by enrolment
International School of Luxembourg
Oldest
International School of Luxembourg (1962)

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FAQs for Luxembourg

How does a British curriculum school in Luxembourg differ from the national (Luxembourgish) system?
A British-curriculum school typically uses English as the medium of instruction and follows the English National Curriculum or Cambridge programmes that lead to IGCSEs and A-Level style qualifications, rather than the trilingual Luxembourgish public track or the European Schools’ European Baccalaureate. The national system in Luxembourg introduces Luxembourgish, German and French at different stages and is explicitly multilingual; parents should therefore compare language pathways and end-qualifications when choosing.
What ages and exam pathways do these schools usually cover?
Most British-curriculum schools in Luxembourg cover the full school range from early years or primary through to upper secondary (the Year 13/A-Level age range). Common exam pathways include Cambridge IGCSEs around age 14 - 16 and post-16 qualifications such as A-Levels or other UK-style sixth-form routes, and some schools also offer or combine the IB Diploma or other international qualifications.
What should I budget for school fees and extra costs?
Tuition costs vary from nil for some state or state-linked international sections to several tens of thousands of euros a year at fully private international schools; published headline fees in Luxembourg’s private sector are commonly in the mid-four-figure to low-five-figure range, and the most expensive institutions can approach the low-€20,000s before extras. Expect additional charges for one-off capital or enrolment levies, transport, meals, exam entry and school trips, so always check the full fee schedule and ancillary costs.
When should I apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
The academic year runs on the northern-hemisphere timetable (term start commonly in late August or early September), so parents typically start applications several months ahead of the intended start date; many schools accept ongoing applications but places - especially in secondary - can be limited. Admissions commonly require an application form and fee, a short assessment or interview for the child, and documentation of prior school reports; some schools publish specific entry tests or EAL screening procedures.
How can I be sure a British school will support my child’s language needs and integration?
Ask each school about its EAL provision, the languages taught and how pupils are prepared for life in multilingual Luxembourg (for example Luxembourgish, French and German instruction or courses), and whether the school coordinates with the national School Integration and Welcoming Service for newly arrived pupils. Look for written policies on language support, sample timetables showing language lessons, and recent examples of how the school has integrated non-French/German/Luxembourgish speakers.
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